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

2024-05-09 Thread Jay
have avoided owning a “fast bike” for years > due to drops killin’ me, but I recently acquired this sporty XO-1 and the > Albatross bar is perfect for it! I might not actually be fast but I *feel* > fast now (compared to my racked and fat-tired Atlantis) so that’s really > what matters.

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

2024-05-08 Thread Jay
I was always aware of bikes with a very relaxed geometry / setup, and it wasn't until I started seeing Rivendell bikes and watching youtube videos of people riding them that I really thought about it - is it more comfortable than drop bars, even if I have a more neutral (not aggressive)

[RBW] Re: Blue Lug Build Catalog

2024-05-03 Thread Jay
Before I purchased a Riv I spent some time on their site, and those builds; really well done. I watched their videos, including those in Japanese, and they're very enjoyable. On Thursday, May 2, 2024 at 3:14:41 PM UTC-4 eric...@gmail.com wrote: > If you're wondering "How do I tastefully build

Re: [RBW] Re: Scam alert? I'm so confused. Blue Homer in LA? ND?

2024-05-03 Thread Jay
I feel for those of you who have been scammed. Hopefully, karma plays out for them, and perhaps you'll have a 'win' in the near future that makes up for it. I'm almost to the point of quoting any online used buy/sell activity. I've bought/sold bike stuff, and a few other categories of items,

Re: [RBW] FS: Supernova dynamo lights

2024-05-01 Thread Jay Lonner
Both sets of lights have been claimed. Thanks for all the interest.Jay LonnerBellingham, WASent from my Atari 400On Apr 28, 2024, at 7:43 PM, Jay Lonner wrote:Up for sale here are two sets of Supernova lights that are takeoffs from our Bike Fridays (Bikes Friday? What would William Safire say

[RBW] FS: Supernova dynamo lights

2024-04-28 Thread Jay Lonner
set would run ~$250 new, I’m looking for $125 per set, and I’ll cover the shipping. Willing to sell them separately. Jay Lonner Bellingham, WA -- 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: Rivendell (Roadini) Geometry

2024-04-28 Thread Jay
, as recently as two months ago; how I sit on a saddle always surprises the fitter and we push the saddle forward. I've been on some 3-4 hour rides and it's pretty comfy, just need to make this tweak. On Sunday, April 28, 2024 at 11:43:11 AM UTC-4 Tony Lockhart wrote: > Hi Jay, > Sorry t

[RBW] Rivendell (Roadini) Geometry

2024-04-27 Thread Jay
I've been enjoying my first Riv, a Roadini, since getting it in February. Just one thing I feel like I'm struggling with, saddle set back. It's a size 57, I'm 5'11 and my PHB meant a 57 or 54 would work. It came with the setback seat post and that put me really far behind the BB compared to

[RBW] Re: Rivendells in South Korea

2024-04-22 Thread Jay
Hi Marcus. I’ve really enjoyed all your videos so far; great start! Refreshing to see vlogs in another part of the world. Korea looks very interesting. On Sunday, April 21, 2024 at 1:10:28 PM UTC-4 probablyri...@gmail.com wrote: > Hello fellow Rivendell enthusiasts, > > I'm Marcus, I live

[RBW] Re: Rivendell Roadbike Curious

2024-04-22 Thread Jay
I haven’t read all the posts (so many, wow!) but I suggest trying a bike with drop bars to see if it’s a possibility for you. A friend, or an lbs perhaps. If the bike fits you well the bars might feel great, or something you think can grown on you with time. Bad fit and likely the bars

Re: [RBW] Rivendell Roadbike Curious

2024-04-21 Thread Jay Lonner
to that) and that Lance was right — it’s not about the bike. But it is fun to experiment!Jay LonnerBellingham, WASent from my Atari 400On Apr 21, 2024, at 8:57 AM, Mathias Steiner wrote:Forgot to say:If there's a co-op nearby, you'll find kindred spirits and a likely a few bicycles to try. Not a bad

Re: [RBW] Hello from Ireland

2024-04-14 Thread Jay
Hello Nick - welcome! I would like to see photos. Ooo, and Videos, if you don't mind, both of the city and countryside ;-) Seriously though, would LOVE to see some vlogs from Ireland :-) On Sunday, April 14, 2024 at 4:08:26 PM UTC-4 Patrick Moore wrote: > Welcome! I think you are the only

[RBW] Re: Silver shifters, v1 vs. v2

2024-04-01 Thread Jay
I'm sure that is frustrating! I feel for you. I don't like when anything mechanical is not functioning up to par. I only have experience with Dia-Compe Ene 11s. They slipped once on me, without realizing what was happening. I got home, googled it, figured it out and only had to tighten the

[RBW] Re: NBD - Purple Appaloosa

2024-04-01 Thread Jay
I also love this post! I was in C Cycle, home of the Bassi and noticed the Bloomfield. That caught me eye in your write up so I thought I would mention. That purple is amazing. Enjoy! On Monday, April 1, 2024 at 12:55:20 PM UTC-4 mrg...@gmail.com wrote: > Great story and pics, thanks for

Re: [RBW] Re: I have questions

2024-03-27 Thread Jay Lonner
the battery bank, it does a better job handling the varying current inputs. Jay LonnerBellingham, WA (but currently camped out in the Buenos Aires National Wildlife Refuge)Sent from my Atari 400On Mar 27, 2024, at 7:48 AM, Wesley wrote:When I go on a two day ride, I just put my phone in airplane mode

[RBW] Re: I have questions

2024-03-19 Thread Jay
Those are really nice looking wheels and I, and I'm sure everyone, looks forward to seeing the final build. I was going to comment briefly about tires, though I've only got a handful of years on large volume tires on the road (before I was strictly a roadie, with 25mm's). I don't feel a big

[RBW] Re: Abomination? Riv Road "upgrades"

2024-03-19 Thread Jay
I looked up those BTLOS wheels, very affordable and generally good reviews. My road bike has Dura-Ace C24, which I believe are just over 1400g. When I start more road rides in the spring I'm going to try out the Roadini, in rides with my faster friend, and see how I do in comparison to my road

Re: [RBW] Re: Ride Reports - Where You Defied the Weather

2024-03-19 Thread Jay
that afternoon. So, I hung out, >> read, cooked, drank tea and enjoyed the variety of small creatures who also >> found the wonderful restrooms to be a good Plan C. By 5pm, my sodden tent >> and I were underway riding along the coast as the receding cumulonimbus >> captured

[RBW] Re: Abomination? Riv Road "upgrades"

2024-03-18 Thread Jay
I like it! Splash some red, maybe bar tape, and it all works together nicely. I had my first ride on some Corsa Pro tires and agree, they are fast. On Monday, March 18, 2024 at 5:49:35 PM UTC-4 reynoldslugs wrote: > Eric - > > go for it, ride it, enjoy it. > > I have a lovely 2003

[RBW] Re: Ride Reports - Where You Defied the Weather

2024-03-18 Thread Jay
I liked your video John - thanks for sharing. Looked like a nice route. Nick - good proof of what I wrote about ride memories, that was 40 years ago and you shared some good details that I could easily visualize. On Monday, March 18, 2024 at 5:19:58 PM UTC-4 Nick Payne wrote: > About 40 years

Re: [RBW] Ride Reports - Where You Defied the Weather

2024-03-17 Thread Jay
for the area HC system). Went on air at > ~6 pm with cramps and red eyes. Never learned about the Nielsen ratings. > > On Sun, Mar 17, 2024 at 9:29 AM Jay wrote: > >> Some of my most memorable rides involved bad weather. I recall many >> moments from a ride close to

[RBW] Ride Reports - Where You Defied the Weather

2024-03-17 Thread Jay
Some of my most memorable rides involved bad weather. I recall many moments from a ride close to 20 years ago, where halfway into a 60k ride it started snowing, a lot. I rode home 30km in what accumulated to 5cm of snow, on 35mm tires. I used a small backpack with a water bladder and the

Re: [RBW] Goals for 2024 (will they be S.M.A.R.T. ?)

2024-03-10 Thread Jay
Bill - that is amazing what you've already done in the first two months of the year! Happy 55th! My favourite of your goals is summiting Mount Diablo 5x on 5 different bikes. I watch a lot of YouTube cycling videos, some from California, and it looks amazing (I'm in Ontario, an hour outside

Re: [RBW] Re: Question for Cheviot Owners

2024-03-08 Thread Jay Lonner
My wife has a 55cm Cheviot that hasn’t seen a lot of use — she’s happier on an e-bike. We’re not necessarily looking to sell, but if this is a rare/desirable model I’m sure she’d have no problem selling it somebody who will ride and appreciate it more.Jay LonnerBellingham, WASent from my Atari

Re: [RBW] Re: Hub recommendations for Velocity Cliffhangers

2024-03-05 Thread Jay Lonner
I think the real use case for using a dynohub while bikepacking is to keep USB accessories topped up. Yes yes, one should try to unplug while in the wilderness etc., but being able to access .gpx files or use routefinding apps like Ride With GPS is clearly synergistic with the traditional

Re: [RBW] Re: Trip Report: Death Valley February 2024

2024-03-04 Thread Jay Lonner
What a fantastic trip — thank for the great writeup. I’ve been wanting to cycle Death Valley as well so this will be a very useful resource as I plan my own future adventures.Jay LonnerBellingham, WASent from my Atari 400On Mar 4, 2024, at 7:13 AM, Bill Schairer wrote:Thanks for the great

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

2024-03-04 Thread Jay Bird
bly a bit large for me. > > On Sat, Feb 24, 2024 at 9:51 AM Jay Bird wrote: > > Hey there, >> >> I have a new Alex Singer jersey bought from Alex Singer cycles in Paris, >> France summer of 2022. It says it's size '7' - laid flat from pit to pit >> it measure

Re: [RBW] Re: Sit Bone Width and Saddles

2024-02-29 Thread Jay
's probably an >> impractical idea... >> On Wednesday, February 28, 2024 at 6:45:42 PM UTC-6 Jay wrote: >> >>> I'll preface this by saying I know saddles are highly subjective, and >>> what works for one may not work fo you. What I wanted to ask about is >&

[RBW] Sit Bone Width and Saddles

2024-02-28 Thread Jay
I'll preface this by saying I know saddles are highly subjective, and what works for one may not work fo you. What I wanted to ask about is "general thinking". Just wanting to confirm some thoughts I've had about this... My sit bones are 125mm apart. I've had them measured a few times. This

[RBW] Roadini build vid..

2024-02-24 Thread jay gaudani
Sharing this vid I just saw. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gfxOxZzvRuo=3s I own roadini for 8 months and love it. Jay -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving e

[RBW] Re: Sam Hillborne Pictures Thread

2024-02-23 Thread Jay
Love these photos, and the contrasts in builds. I have a Roadini (2 weeks old)...maybe a Sam will be in my future. On Friday, February 23, 2024 at 11:01:56 AM UTC-5 Cal Patterson wrote: > Here's mine in a light snow last fall. 2x9, fendered 42's. Love the > upside down Billie bars. It is

Re: [RBW] Re: The Official Introduction of RoadeoRosa

2024-02-20 Thread Jay Lonner
To me it looks like Baker-Miller pink, aka “Drunk Tank Pink:”Baker-Miller pinken.wikipedia.orgMaybe Bill is seeking to deescalate road rage?I’m in the process of having a custom built, and the paint scheme is an homage to my old 1968 VW Beetle in Royal Red. The bike is decidedly un-Riv though (one

Re: [RBW] Re: I am in Bellingham and would be happy to stop over and measure the bike

2024-02-15 Thread Jay Lonner
I actually live in the historic (by West Coast standards, anyhow) South Hill neighborhood of Bellingham, WA and would be happy to offer my assistance. Reviewing the thread, the OP mentions living in the PNW but not Bellingham specifically — have we narrowed things down to my fair city?Jay

Re: [RBW] Dialing in a Brooks Saddle

2024-02-01 Thread Jay
of ride or > ride length. > > -Brian > Lex KY > > On Thursday, February 1, 2024 at 12:43:59 PM UTC-5 Mojo wrote: > >> Jay, >> >> Here is my data point FWIW. I adjust my B17s to be nose up higher than >> back-of-saddle up. In other words, my saddle

Re: [RBW] Dialing in a Brooks Saddle

2024-01-31 Thread Jay
Thanks for all the wisdom. And the humour (Eric). I installed the saddle and tinkered with initial set up in my basement. Proceeded to go out for ride one, around the block. These very short rides tell me if I'm way off. I was. Made adjustments about five more times, going around my block

[RBW] Dialing in a Brooks Saddle

2024-01-30 Thread Jay
Next week I'll be throwing a leg over a Roadini for the first time (I posted a couple weeks ago about the frame I ordered) and I thought I was set on my saddle, but decided yesterday I need to try something very different. A little bit of background before I get to my question... When I

Re: [RBW] Re: Roadini Build - Mix of Modern and Retro

2024-01-22 Thread Jay
>>>> don't >>>> even care for bar-ends on a trail.. but those RRL levers are super nice! >>>> >>>> I'm leaning hard into a Roadini that I may put a Campy 10 Triple group >>>> I have on it.. >>>> >>>> Chri

Re: [RBW] Re: Roadini Build is complete

2024-01-22 Thread Jay
Looks great. You have me questioning the Dark Gold I selected ;-) On Monday, January 22, 2024 at 3:36:11 PM UTC-5 brenton...@gmail.com wrote: > For the seat height inquiries: > > Both my bikes are currently 41” top of saddle to the ground. The Roadini > has less BB drop so top of saddle to

[RBW] Re: Roadini Build - Mix of Modern and Retro

2024-01-21 Thread Jay
ary 21, 2024 at 10:33:55 AM UTC-8 Jay wrote: > >> First post here! I've been reading some of the threads and this sounds >> like a good place...my new happy place ;-) >> >> I ordered the dark gold Roadini (57) from the only shop in Canada that >> sells

[RBW] WTB: 47/48cm Hunqapillar, Atlantis (pre 2018 or so), Appaloosa, or similar

2024-01-06 Thread Jay Primus
be 650b Ideally, a hunquapillar! If you have something you might part with, please message me directly --- thank you Jay Pri mus San Anselmo, CA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from

Re: [RBW] 1st world commuting dilemma

2023-12-07 Thread Jay Lonner
one of your “nice” bikes to such abuse. I’d be tempted to set up the Surly with studded tires for when it’s really gnarly out, and ride one of the Rivs when the roads are clear and/or the weather is clement. Jay LonnerBellingham, WASent from my Atari 400On Dec 7, 2023, at 8:38 AM, Josiah Anderson

Re: [RBW] WTT for Nitto seat posts (lugged 26.8, 2-bolt 27.2)

2023-12-04 Thread Jay Lonner
I think the Nitto S84 lugged seatpost has only ever been manufactured in 27.2mm. It’s one of the reasons that many of us are frustrated that so many Riv models require a 26.8mm seatpost. If you’re looking for more setback IRD is probably the way to go. Jay LonnerBellingham, WASent from my Atari

Re: [RBW] Favorite Floor Pump Head?

2023-11-15 Thread Jay Lonner
This is maybe a bit of thread hijack, but for those with air compressors I really like the Efficient Velo inflator: https://www.efficientvelo.com/tools/3-in-1-inflator. In fact when the “tried and liked 2023” thread pops up that was going to be my contribution. We’ve added 3 new bikes* to my

Re: [RBW] Options for converting Silver-1 barend shifters to thumbies?

2023-11-11 Thread Jay Lonner
. currently in production, so would require some scrounging. Jay LonnerBellingham, WASent from my Atari 400On Nov 11, 2023, at 8:13 AM, Jon Craig (Vendraen) wrote:So what options exist for converting Silver-1 barend shifters to thumbies? That don't cost a fortune - $60-$70 per shifter seems just crazy

[RBW] Re: Bedrock Mountain Clogs in Stock!

2023-11-01 Thread Jay Lonner
I got a pair of the Nubuck in size 13 and they’re a little tight. I can make them work, but would prefer to size up. They are unworn apart from trying them on. Happy to move them along for the retail price of $175, plus shipping. Jay Lonner Bellingham, WA On Tuesday, October 31, 2023 at 4:52

Re: [RBW] Re: Boomerang Rivs

2023-10-22 Thread Jay Lonner
Wooden tubulars with cork brakes? I tip my straw boater to you — that’s taking retro to a whole new level. Makes my vintage SunTour drivetrain seem straight out of The Jetsons.Jay LonnerBellingham, WASent from my Atari 400On Oct 22, 2023, at 10:14 AM, Bill Lindsay wrote:I said I was on a low-ebb

Re: [RBW] Paul Racer Brake Noise/Vibration

2023-09-08 Thread Jay Lonner
This is a common complaint with headset-mounted cable hangers. Changing to a fork-mounted hanger usually alleviates the problem. Shovel Research just released a nice one: https://shovelresearch.com/fork-mounted-brake-cable-hangerJay LonnerBellingham, WASent from my Atari 400On Sep 8, 2023, at 5:54

[RBW] WTB: Nitto faceplater stem, 135mm 25.4, fillet or TIG

2023-08-27 Thread Jay Primus
Hello --- if you have one you'd like to sell please be in touch ! Thank you Jay P. Marin, 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

Re: [RBW] Re: PSA: Thomson 26.8 Masterpiece Clearance

2023-08-23 Thread Jay Lonner
I can tell you that the Hunqapillar and Cheviot (both lugged models) use 26.8, at least in the batches represented in my household. Jay LonnerBellingham, WASent from my Atari 400On Aug 23, 2023, at 2:19 PM, Johnny Alien wrote:I think the lugged bikes (like the Sam) use 27.2 and the tigged stuff

Re: [RBW] Riv Rider Recipes

2023-08-21 Thread Jay Lonner
It’s really bizarre to me that despite many impressive advancements in the biomedical sciences we still haven’t nailed down what constitutes the optimum human diet. I try to follow the well-known heuristic from Michael Pollan’s book “In Defense of Food” — “eat food, mostly plants, not too much.”

Re: [RBW] A College Clem

2023-08-12 Thread Jay LePree
would consider purchasing and installing Pitlock skewers to protect the wheels. I would be wary of mounting bags to the bike. Those would be easily stolen. Baskets with torx nut hardware might be more theft proof. https://www.peterwhitecycles.com/pitlock.php Jay LePree Demarest, NJ T LePree

Re: [RBW] Re: Routine maintenance / habits / survey

2023-08-09 Thread Jay Lonner
this is my default — it’s how I expect bikes to weather. I’m used to it. Living in the upper Midwest was quite a change of pace, so I had to adjust my mindset after trashing a nice bike (an XO-1!) my first winter there. Jay LonnerBellingham, WASent from my Atari 400On Aug 8, 2023, at 2:38 PM, John

Re: [RBW] Re: Atlas tubeless?

2023-08-08 Thread Jay Lonner
So I want to be sure I’m understanding what’s being conveyed here. Attached find a screenshot from the Velocity website showing cross sections of various rims they sell. Let’s confine ourselves to comparing the Atlas to the Cliffhanger.Is it the flat “shoulders” of the Cliffhanger that make a

Re: [RBW] A College Clem

2023-08-06 Thread Jay Lonner
, then that renders all of the above moot. Jay LonnerBellingham, WASent from my Atari 400On Aug 6, 2023, at 6:50 AM, Mike Davis wrote:I've spent over 30 years on college campuses and 20 of those with an Atlantis. If I ride to work, it stays in my office until I leave. I have seen literally hundreds of bikes

[RBW] Atlas tubeless?

2023-08-04 Thread Jay Lonner
fender clearance? My intuition is that wider rims should result in a flatter tire arc, and potentially make it possible to go slightly wider if I wanted to. I have 50s now, and would like to be able to move up to 55s or even 60s. Jay Lonner Bellingham, WA -- You received this message because you

Re: [RBW] Ride (Push) Report: A Tour of Three Valleys

2023-07-31 Thread Jay Lonner
John,Sorry to reply to the group, but I sent you a PM a few days ago that maybe got caught in a spam filter or something. Anyway, if it’s OK I’d like to ask you a few logistical questions about this trip, I have some time off at the end of August and this route is very compelling.Thanks,Jay

[RBW] DIY Nitto rack hoop

2023-07-12 Thread Jay Lonner
at a tombstone transplant. Jay Lonner Bellingham, WA -- 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.co

[RBW] WTB: Olive Sackville panniers, handlebar bag, and hub area bags + rack

2023-06-25 Thread Jay P
Hello, I've been keeping my eye out but very few pop up. If you have any of the WTB that you might part with, please be in touch - Jay Greenbrae, CA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from

[RBW] Re: Let’s say I made my Clem into a “gravel bike”

2023-06-24 Thread Jay LePree
fine. However on really steep sections or when I encounter mud, I do wish for some knobs on my back wheel. I may try these tires for this reason: https://www.bikeradar.com/reviews/components/tyres/gravel-bike-tyres/continental-terra-speed/ Kind regards, Jay LePree Demarest, NJ On Saturday, June 3,

Re: [RBW] 26.8 seatposts with generous setback

2023-06-23 Thread Jay Lonner
Bike fit remains a mystery to me. I’ve read (and re-read) various articles like “The Myth of KOPS” and the sizing and fit advice on PJW’s website, and still find myself resorting to trial and error. Of course there are various proprietary fit systems, which people are happy to charge you for, but

Re: [RBW] Introducing the Charlie H Gallop Protovelo

2023-06-16 Thread Jay Lonner
he wonderful discovery of the > GRX RX810, it's what every bike I've ever had was missing for a rock solid > drivetrain. I’d be interested in hearing more about your (or anybody else’s) experiences with this derailer. Jay Lonner Bellingham, WA Sent from my Atari 400 -- You received this m

Re: [RBW] boscomoose - pictures, experiences, comparisons?

2023-05-20 Thread Jay Lonner
I had them on my Hunq when I first got it, and liked them well enough. Also experimented with non-moose Boscos and like others have mentioned found them way too flexy. When I went back to the mooses I found myself sitting more upright than I wanted, which maybe would be less of an issue for

[RBW] Re: Getting in over my head

2023-05-17 Thread Jay LePree
Leah - It is Jersey Jay. Platypus owner via Analogue. It seems that while the ride was unpleasant, you did keep up, which is quite impressive. I am approach my 56th trip around the sun in Dec, and about 15 years ago, much attibutable to what you experienced, I stopped my group rides

Re: [RBW] What do I replace coroplast with in Sackville

2023-04-18 Thread Jay Lonner
I’ve looked more into the idea of an external saddlebag support, and wouldn’t you know it the good folks at Surly thought of it first: https://surlybikes.com/parts/tv_tray I just ordered one and will report back.Jay LonnerBellingham, WASent from my Atari 400On Apr 17, 2023, at 8:46 PM, Jay Lonner

Re: [RBW] What do I replace coroplast with in Sackville

2023-04-17 Thread Jay Lonner
I’ve been thinking about this as well. Replacement coroplast is the obvious answer, and I’ve saved a stash of campaign signs from last November’s election for just this purpose. But I’ve also been thinking about getting rid of the coroplast entirely, and zip-tying something like a kitchen wire

Re: [RBW] Gus Boots build

2023-04-16 Thread Jay Lonner
Jacob I have one additional question — when using a large Fabio’s Chest do you use any sort of rack or support such as a Pec Deck? I can’t see one in the photo, but maybe that’s your Jammer?Jay LonnerBellingham, WASent from my Atari 400On Apr 16, 2023, at 5:13 PM, Jacob Byard wrote: Hello All

Re: [RBW] Gus Boots build

2023-04-16 Thread Jay Lonner
That looks great. I had a Gus Boots in my cart on the day they were released but ended up deciding to go in a different direction. Rim brakes were one of factors that deterred me. I think my build would have been very close to yours, though.Not to hijack your thread, but I was very interested to

Re: [RBW] Re: Riv-ish bikes for sale, terms apply

2023-04-13 Thread Jay Lonner
wrote:Fantastic!  That green one is the frame I sold to you yars ago when my own daughter no longer needed it, right?  It makes me happy to see the pictures again, and to know it might be passed on to yet another list member!On Thursday, April 13, 2023 at 10:14:08 AM UTC-6 Jay Lonner wrote:Some years ago I

[RBW] Riv-ish bikes for sale, terms apply

2023-04-13 Thread Jay Lonner
for picking up one or both of these bikes on the cheap. Professional bargain hunters and/or eBay resellers need not apply — I reserve the right to be choosy. Jay Lonner Bellingham, WA [image: IMG_0120.jpeg] [image: IMG_0119.jpeg] -- You received this message because you are subscribed

[RBW] Re: 26.8 seatposts with generous setback

2023-04-12 Thread Jay P
This thread on ibob has some info on this subject: https://groups.google.com/g/internet-bob/c/88zkSC-6JU4/m/ZKwO1smGHwAJ Jay P. Reno, NV On Wednesday, April 12, 2023 at 8:42:42 PM UTC-6 eric...@gmail.com wrote: > [image: Screenshot 2023-04-12 at 10.40.34 PM.png] > > Hi all — I'm compa

[RBW] FS: Possum merino socks, XL, raspberry

2023-03-20 Thread Jay P
great socks but . very very soft and warm and slightly fluffy $20 shipped to you (rather than $25 now + tax + shipping) (may take a few days) If interested please DM - Jay P Marin, CA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch&q

Re: [RBW] Saddle height and PBH

2023-03-11 Thread Jay Lonner
in my riding.Jay LonnerBellingham, WASent from my Atari 400On Dec 12, 2022, at 9:49 AM, Jay Lonner wrote:I just took delivery of a new (non-Riv) bike and am dialing in the fit. I’m a little worried that the frame is too big for me, since I only have maybe 2” standover, which seems tight for a gravel

Re: [RBW] Re: Hand-Wringing: Kickstand Edition

2023-03-01 Thread Jay Lonner
Click-Stand Home Pageclick-stand.comThe Click-Stand has come up before in prior kickstand threads, and in my judgement is both functionally and aesthetically superior to the traditional Greenfield/Pletscher design. Jay LonnerBellingham, WASent from my Atari 400On Mar 1, 2023, at 6:40 AM, Doug H

Re: [RBW] Re: Fitting the Hunqapillar for touring

2023-02-28 Thread Jay Lonner
of preparedness is to plan for contingencies, especially when you’re in a remote location and help is far away.So in terms of bringing less than you think you need, what is your personal list of must-haves for self-supported backcountry touring? And where do you think most people go overboard?Jay

Re: [RBW] Paul Touring vs. Neo-retro question

2023-01-20 Thread Jay Lonner
I’ve used both, prefer the Tourings due to higher mechanical advantage. Now I run Motolites which are even better. Maybe I’m just bad at setting up cantis but switching to linear pull brakes was a big upgrade for me. Jay LonnerBellingham, WASent from my Atari 400On Jan 20, 2023, at 3:12 PM

Re: [RBW] Re: Fendering My Atlantis

2023-01-18 Thread Jay Lonner
I like SKS fenders just fine — they’re easy to install/modify, resilient to incidental contacts, and quiet while underway. They don’t have the sex appeal of something like hammered Honjos, but from a purely functional standpoint they seem more or less unimprovable. Unless I’m missing something?Jay

Re: [RBW] Re: Fendering My Atlantis

2023-01-18 Thread Jay Lonner
and also made a loud pachinko sound when riding on gravel. Have modern boutique metal fenders found a way around these shortcomings?Jay LonnerBellingham, WASent from my Atari 400On Jan 18, 2023, at 7:37 AM, 'Scott Luly' via RBW Owners Bunch wrote: Luke, after you get and fuss with them

Re: [RBW] Re: Are Paul brakes worth the money?

2023-01-09 Thread Jay Riley
er than ol' fashioned brake pads. Hydraulic discs are super easy to squeeze and modulate, and although my thumbs are already arthritic I can still stop just fine w'cable brakes. Jay Jay Riley, mobile 603-498-5199 On Thu, Jan 5, 2023 at 8:24 PM Patrick Moore wrote: > Thanks, good to know. >

Re: [RBW] Re: Are Paul brakes worth the money?

2023-01-09 Thread Jay Riley
PS: I'll always keep hydro brakes on the dual-suspension mtn bike. They're cool! The braking assignment is short, severe braking loads, as opposed to braking loads on a road or touring bike. Jay Jay Riley, mobile 603-498-5199 On Thu, Jan 5, 2023 at 8:44 PM Jay Riley wrote: > "t

[RBW] Re: Getting my groove back on with the Platypus - dealing with near misses

2023-01-05 Thread Jay LePree
Hi all, Thanks again for this great advice. I will start to take the lane. I also like the idea of pointing straight through the intersection. Jay On Monday, January 2, 2023 at 9:41:43 PM UTC-5 Pam Bikes wrote: > I understand how you feel. We all feel this way occasionally and most >

Re: [RBW] Getting my groove back on with the Platypus - dealing with near misses

2022-12-30 Thread Jay LePree
ded motion. I use two bright tail lights and have reflective tape on my rear rack. I have a Schmidt Edelux II headlight and affixe the another ankle band to my basket so I have a 5 inch x 2 inch band of reflection on the front. Thanks again, Happy New Year The Platypus rides again to the

[RBW] Getting my groove back on with the Platypus - dealing with near misses

2022-12-28 Thread Jay LePree
all of you got your groove back on? Kind regards, Jay LePree Demarest, NJ -- 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+uns

Re: [RBW] Re: NorCal Cycling

2022-12-16 Thread Jay Lonner
handlebars a bit, but was lucky enough to avoid injury. I’ll confess that it’s made me a bit gunshy about riding here in freezing temperatures. Having said that, I still prefer cycling in the cold and wet to riding in hot and sticky weather (although Madison had a fair amount of that as well).Jay

Re: [RBW] Re: Bombadil and Hunqapillar origins: The definitive thread

2022-12-14 Thread Jay Lonner
Are you using cantis or linear pull brakes with the 65 SKS fenders? When my Big Bens wear out I’m thinking of switching to Antelope Hills, and am hoping they’ll work with Motolites and fenders. Jay LonnerBellingham, WA Sent from my Atari 400On Dec 14, 2022, at 5:35 PM, J J wrote:James, I can’t

Re: [RBW] Re: Nivex on a Rivendell?

2022-12-13 Thread Jay Lonner
I’m sympathetic to the cyclotouriste-inspired aesthetic, but agree that it seems like a very niche setup that is prone to instant obsolescence if RH stops making spare parts. If I were in the market for a new bike requiring custom fittings for a novel shifting system I’d just go for a Rohloff,

[RBW] Re: San Francisco/Bay Area Riv Riders

2022-12-12 Thread Jay P
I'd also appreciate the invitation for Bay Area rides and to meet some of yous Jay P Marin On Sunday, December 11, 2022 at 9:16:48 PM UTC-8 Luke Hendrickson wrote: > Hey all! I know that it’s been a bit wet & cold, but I’d love to see if > anyone would want to have a l

Re: [RBW] Saddle height and BPH

2022-12-12 Thread Jay Lonner
Please note the typo in the subject heading - I am referring to PBH (pubic bone height) and not BPH (benign prostatic hypertrophy) which is another, separate factor of potential interest to bike riding men of a certain age…Sent from my Atari 400On Dec 12, 2022, at 9:49 AM, Jay Lonner wrote:I

[RBW] Saddle height and BPH

2022-12-12 Thread Jay Lonner
(175mm), pedal height (Pedaling Innovations platform pedals), and shoes (Chuck Taylors, typically). Looking for the optimum balance of comfort, efficiency, and protecting my perineum. Jay Lonner Bellingham, WA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups &quo

Re: [RBW] Re: Bombadil and Hunqapillar origins: The definitive thread

2022-12-11 Thread Jay Lonner
This is the story that I’ve heard. And while I do love the name and woolly mammoth iconography, it does feel like a missed opportunity when Oliphaunt was right there. (But maybe they had already gotten a cease-and-desist from the Tolkien estate at that point?)In any case, it’s great seeing the

Re: [RBW] Knee Replacement

2022-11-19 Thread Jay Lonner
is not affected by an adductor canal catheter, so breakthrough pain can still be an issue. If I personally needed both knees replaced I would have them done at the same time. Jay LonnerBellingham, WASent from my Atari 400On Nov 19, 2022, at 3:23 PM, Bicycle Belle Ding Ding! wrote:Rusty, no, I’ve never seen

[RBW] Re: What epoch of Rivster are you?

2022-11-17 Thread Jay Connolly
Put a foot into the Golden Age yesterday when I found a On Wednesday, November 16, 2022 at 9:10:36 PM UTC-8 Berkeleyan wrote: > I'm in for the long haul. I bought Moustache Bars from RBW for my REI XR > way back in the early 1990's, so that must have been when Grant first put > up a sign. > >

Re: [RBW] Re: A Few Thoughts About FS posts

2022-11-15 Thread Jay Lonner
To my mind Riv is both a brand and a philosophy. I think it’s great that Grant’s ideas are getting traction with other manufacturers — a rising tide lifts all boats and all that. I personally have no problem with for sale posts that include Riv-inspired brands or builds.Jay LonnerBellingham,

Re: [RBW] Re: WTB/ISO Paul Thumbie adapter for Silver shifters

2022-11-14 Thread Jay Lonner
I have a few sets of these in use (so, not for sale). They work well, but haven’t been available for several years now. I was on the hunt for another set some time ago and struck out. I even called Paul himself to see if he still had the tooling to accommodate a special order, and he very politely

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

2022-11-12 Thread Jay Connolly
the paranoia. Which is a more manageable way to live. Jay Vancouver Island, BC, Canada On Saturday, November 5, 2022 at 3:15:18 PM UTC-7 Bicycle Belle Ding Ding! wrote: > Did you read Grant’s Blahg? He covers a lot of ground, but most notable to > me was the Please Don’t Be Precious Abou

[RBW] Re: What epoch of Rivster are you?

2022-11-12 Thread Jay Connolly
lbs I carry on the Joe day-to-day). Had a 64 Clem which I stupidly sold to a friend and now wish I had back. Jay Vancouver Island, BC, Canada On Wednesday, September 26, 2018 at 4:55:34 PM UTC-7 Philip Williamson wrote: > Recent discussions make me wonder, what epoch of Rivendell bi

Re: [RBW] Kickstand plates, what's up with that?

2022-11-06 Thread Jay Lonner
recently, I'd have loved to hear his thoughts on the matter! In any case I've soured on double-leg kickstands, and have lived without a kickstand of any sort for years now and don't really feel the lack. Jay Lonner Bellingham, WA On Sat, Nov 5, 2022 at 10:12 PM Joe Bernard wrote: > I thou

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

2022-11-05 Thread Jay Lonner
to show that in my riding there’s no shortage of things to lean my bike against. Jay LonnerBellingham, WASent from my Atari 400On Nov 5, 2022, at 8:37 PM, Kim Hetzel wrote:Hi Jay,Today, I just installed a double-legged kickstand on my Clem "L".  If I do not carry a heavy loads on th

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

2022-11-05 Thread Jay Lonner
No damage that I could detect. The kickstand plate isn’t integral to the frame, it’s just tacked on with some not-very-strong welds. I’m fairly certain it could be removed with only superficial damage to the paint, but then I’d have nothing to attach a fender to. Jay LonnerBellingham, WASent from

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

2022-11-05 Thread Jay Lonner
ught I would be ok they had beefed them up. So far so good.Sent from my iPhoneOn Nov 5, 2022, at 7:44 PM, Jay Lonner <jay.lon...@gmail.com> wrote:My Hunq is a daily driver and has the dings and scratches to show for it. Probably the worst one is that the kickstand plate is pried partially loose —

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

2022-11-05 Thread Jay Lonner
treat myself to a new paint job and maybe some frame modifications to go along with it. Jay LonnerBellingham, WASent from my Atari 400On Nov 5, 2022, at 4:28 PM, George Schick wrote:I haven't read Grant's Blahg on this matter (the ancient OS on my computer is so out of date that I can't load certain

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