Re: [RBW] Nice to Ride the Bombadil again..

2013-05-01 Thread Kelly
Thanks Pudge, that is exactly what I was looking for! Kelly On Wednesday, May 1, 2013 1:10:54 PM UTC-5, Pudge wrote: > > These should work, Kelly – and they’re great for a whole variety of > uses. http://www.bikebagshop.com/tubus-extension-adapter-p-1030.html > > >

[RBW] Nice to Ride the Bombadil again..

2013-05-01 Thread Kelly
/photostream/ Riding for fun is the only way for me.. Kelly -- 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...@googlegrou

[RBW] Re: Headsets and bottom brackets, sexy reliable vs. cheap reliable what's your take?

2013-04-30 Thread Kelly
I usually have the bike down to frame once every 2 years anyway.. so it really doesn't matter .. most everything last two years except cables and tape. Kelly Kelly On Tuesday, April 30, 2013 1:07:03 PM UTC-5, jinxed wrote: > > Things have a way of snowballing. > > The headse

[RBW] Re: Bombadil

2013-04-29 Thread Kelly
D&D did. Good experience.. Kelly On Monday, April 29, 2013 7:32:55 AM UTC-5, shawn wrote: > > Very nice. Who painted it. > > On Sunday, April 28, 2013 11:00:30 PM UTC-4, Kelly wrote: >> >> Well it's back from paint. I forgot to order a bottom bracket sheesh.

[RBW] Question for modern geometry race bike only riders who later went to Rivendells.

2013-04-28 Thread Kelly
pain either. So set your contact points and seat in relation to pedal spindle. I don't for real high maybe 1/2 inch over to equal saddle heights. Good luck Kelly -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To u

[RBW] Bombadil

2013-04-28 Thread Kelly
Had a nice ride today on the Ahh today instead of working on e other bike. Kelly -- 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

Re: [RBW] Re: [BOB] Re: Wheelset for Ram

2013-04-24 Thread Kelly
I don't know the shipping yet.. I'll call the bike shop tomorrow. Kelly On Wednesday, April 24, 2013 3:55:37 PM UTC-5, Patrick Moore wrote: > > Well, I must not be at home then! > > I'll be by this evening. How much for shipping? > > On Wed, Apr 24, 2013 at

Re: [RBW] Re: [BOB] Re: Wheelset for Ram

2013-04-24 Thread Kelly
Shows delivered .. left at your front door. Tracking #610936715000572 Kelly On Wednesday, April 24, 2013 3:34:48 PM UTC-5, Patrick Moore wrote: > > Kelly -- no news on the wheel-and-a-half. Should I be looking for it? And > how much do I owe for shipping? > > Thanks! > >

[RBW] Re: Yet another post on shimmy

2013-04-22 Thread Kelly
el, and bars. Check the tension on the quil as well. I had one instance where when I first bought my bike the test bike was too small .. I rode it freehanded no problem then they raised the bars for my size.. after that I had a freehanded shiny. Good luck finding the solution. Kelly --

[RBW] Re: speaking of the blug... new Atlas rim

2013-04-21 Thread Kelly
They are polished and look silver... Actually they look like the Velo-Orange Raid and Diaganal, yet appear to be thicker than the Diaganal. Anyway..look silver to me :). Kelly -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch"

Re: [RBW] Re: Tubus racks for Summer tour with a few thoughts & pictures.

2013-04-21 Thread Kelly
without issue. I trust them both Kelly -- 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

[RBW] Re: Handlebar Bag Recommendations?

2013-04-21 Thread Kelly
I just started using the Large Arkel handlebar bag.I love it. Great mounting system that will work with noodles, mustache, and albatross bars. It's large enough for my DSLR and a moderate zoom lens. Stable and easy on and off. Kelly http://www.flickr.com/photos/tksleeper/86031

[RBW] Tubus racks for Summer tour with a few thoughts & pictures.

2013-04-19 Thread Kelly
uple bucks. A door plate of some kind with four holes in it. Never did get around to a cleaner version as this worked perfect. Kelly -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop rece

[RBW] Re: speaking of the blug... new Atlas rim

2013-04-18 Thread Kelly
Come to think of it I just got rid of the rear wheel now... hmmm.. :) Kelly On Thursday, April 18, 2013 8:54:58 PM UTC-5, Mike Schiller wrote: > > Grant mentioned the new beefy touring Atlas rim again, to be made by > Velocity right here in the USA. This time I detected a tone like it

[RBW] Re: [BOB] Re: Wheelset for Ram

2013-04-18 Thread Kelly
Patrick, I have a Shimano cassette hub rear on a Dyad rim along with a new Dyad Rim. You are welcome to both if they fit your needs. These are both 700c 36 hole. Silver. Even has a 11-25 9 speed cassette on it. Cost is whatever freight is Kelly On Thursday, April 18, 2013 2:52:43 PM

[RBW] Re: Dynamo USB charger

2013-04-18 Thread Kelly
harge while charging. Anyway, all of last year we had two of them .. one on my wifes bike and one on mine. They worked flawlessly in rain, snow, mud and sunshine. Good luck Kelly On Thursday, April 18, 2013 9:53:08 AM UTC-5, shawn wrote: > > Has anyone used or have any knowledge of

Re: [RBW] Re: Wheelset for Ram

2013-04-17 Thread Kelly
+2 for building your own. It's not rocket science and the quality will be as good as it gets if you can follow directions. :) Kelly On Wednesday, April 17, 2013 8:45:54 AM UTC-5, Pudge wrote: > > +1 for building your own. I’m no mechanical genius, but I have now > built mo

[RBW] Re: Anyone gone to all upright bars - Albatross, Bosco, etc?

2013-04-17 Thread Kelly
ot of time there actually) and when climbing and drinking coffee back on the grips. They have been fantastic for me. http://www.flickr.com/photos/tksleeper/7699251132/in/set-72157630829044946 Good luck on the build, I can't wait to see pictures. Kelly On Monday, April 15, 2013 12:36:14

Re: [RBW] Re: FS 64 cm Atlantis - custom blue

2013-04-09 Thread Kelly
The price seems to cheap to me. Then again maybe that's why my Quickbeam didn't sell I wanted to much for it. Pretty bike good luck on the sale. Kelly > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. T

Re: [RBW] Re: Repainted and rebuilt low trail Hunqapillar

2013-04-03 Thread Kelly
Rene Bomba is in route but not in time for next weeks tour.. So AAH to the rescue.. http://www.flickr.com/photos/tksleeper/ This bike does everything.. Sheesh Kelly -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubs

Re: [RBW] Re: Repainted and rebuilt low trail Hunqapillar

2013-04-03 Thread Kelly
!!! My Bombadil is on the way home from paint so will be touring next week on the AHH .. good test come to think of it as I just put the tubus lowriders on the front. Later Kelly On Tuesday, April 2, 2013 4:55:59 PM UTC-5, René wrote: > > Well, I love how the low trail forks have improv

[RBW] Re: Experimenting with crank length

2013-04-02 Thread Kelly
ccidentally put 165's on a new build and didn't realize it till I was cleaning the bike a month later... I changed them out.. 165's really I'm 6'5" tall I can't ride those.. especially now that I know they are there.. :) Kelly On Tuesday, April 2, 2013 7:56:45

[RBW] Re: FS Spring Cleaning stuff

2013-04-01 Thread Kelly
Tubus rack and Brooks saddle are sold. Kelly On Monday, April 1, 2013 12:54:59 PM UTC-5, Kelly wrote: > > Clearing out the garage... besides what's listed there is a 2008 XL Giant > Trance Mountain Bike and a Giant XL Bowery Single Speed .. photos > available if there

[RBW] FS Spring Cleaning stuff

2013-04-01 Thread Kelly
Clearing out the garage... besides what's listed there is a 2008 XL Giant Trance Mountain Bike and a Giant XL Bowery Single Speed .. photos available if there is interest there. Now on to what is available this instant. 700c Velocity Deep V Black 36 hole Rims - 125.00 I pay shipping. htt

[RBW] Re: Possibly in the market for a 61-62cm frame/bike

2013-04-01 Thread Kelly
u are interested. Kelly On Monday, April 1, 2013 8:21:55 AM UTC-5, Kelly wrote: > > I have a 60cm Holdsworth with headset and crank (specialized triple) and > brakes. 300.00 > I'll have to take some photos ... it has one major scratch from a chain > suck... it w

[RBW] Re: Possibly in the market for a 61-62cm frame/bike

2013-04-01 Thread Kelly
The paint job was never that good in my opinion. I think I have some new decals I would send along If I can find them. I was going to have it powder coated here in town for 150 bucks but then realized I had nobody here who would be riding it. Kelly On Saturday, March 30, 2013 4:59:4

[RBW] Re: FS Schmidt SON28 36 complete wheel

2013-04-01 Thread Kelly
Thanks everyone... SOLD On Sunday, March 31, 2013 10:13:33 PM UTC-5, Kelly wrote: > > Bought from riv > In great shape > On bike now > http://www.flickr.com/photos/tksleeper/8603112019/sizes/o/in/set-72157625432975212/ > Zoom in on it or in the set look at 2013 photos Th

[RBW] Re: Hillborne finds its true self

2013-03-31 Thread Kelly
Great looking bike ... I Remember when my large saddlesack looked that nice :) Kelly -- 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] FS Schmidt SON28 36 complete wheel

2013-03-31 Thread Kelly
. 314-799-4743 Kelly -- 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] Pics of you on your Rivendell.

2013-03-30 Thread Kelly
http://www.flickr.com/photos/tksleeper/8604196596/in/photostream Dawn last night on her Atlantis Kelly -- 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

[RBW] Re: Pics of you on your Rivendell.

2013-03-29 Thread Kelly
Well as long as it doesn't have to be a "good picture" I'll bite. http://www.flickr.com/photos/tksleeper/8561086578/in/set-72157632471917923 Me on my Homer. Kelly On Thursday, March 28, 2013 7:41:47 PM UTC-5, Michael wrote: > > We always post pics of our bi

[RBW] Re: Resist nomads on a hilsen

2013-03-29 Thread Kelly
I just ordered a pair. They look nice. I can give my wife her tires back now. :) Kelly On Friday, March 29, 2013 7:54:49 PM UTC-5, Seth Vidal wrote: > > Hey all, > I got a pair of the nomad 45mm tires for the hilsen. Not had a chance for > a longer ride yet but just around t

[RBW] Re: One Bike Concept

2013-03-26 Thread Kelly
Now I feel better about my bikes ... room in the garage is still tight though. On Monday, March 25, 2013 1:31:26 PM UTC-5, Jim Thill - Hiawatha Cyclery wrote: > > I chuckled at the OP's comment about putting on his 32 mm rubber for rough > stuff. I don't own a bike that has tires that skinny.

[RBW] Re: FS 68cm Quickbeam

2013-03-20 Thread Kelly
lower them back down again. Ut OH I'm attempting thought and it's failing me... with the bars up they are comfortable and handle all riding positions.. I just don't like seeing that much stem. :) So I'll take a bit of discomfort rather than put them up that far? Up in the

[RBW] Re: FS 68cm Quickbeam

2013-03-19 Thread Kelly
S... if no one bites I get to keep it :) On Tuesday, March 19, 2013 10:16:42 AM UTC-5, BSWP wrote: > > Wow, what a great deal for such a rare TALL frame. > > - Andrew, Berkeley > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubs

[RBW] FS 68cm Quickbeam

2013-03-18 Thread Kelly
haver ice dropped .. I'll get to keep. I can be reached at Kelly Sleeper 314-799-4743 tkslee...@gmail.com -- 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, s

[RBW] Re: New AHH Owner Intro

2013-03-16 Thread Kelly
Sweet! I love the bags too! Thanks for posting Kelly On Saturday, March 16, 2013 3:02:10 PM UTC-5, NWAJack wrote: > > > http://instagr.am/p/W7lFfzgH3r/ > > > > > n Saturday, March 16, 2013 2:55:13 PM UTC-5, NWAJack wrote: > > Very pretty bike Kelly and tha

[RBW] Re: New AHH Owner Intro

2013-03-16 Thread Kelly
Congratulations!!! I started with and still have a AHH. Just keep changing things. Please post photos! Here is mine from yesterdays ride. http://www.flickr.com/photos/tksleeper/8559978853/in/photostream Kelly On Friday, March 15, 2013 11:11:53 AM UTC-5, NWAJack wrote: > > Al

Re: [RBW] Replying Directly to The Author of a Post

2013-03-13 Thread Kelly
I turned of the e-mail piece a long time ago. I check it on the computer as a forum / news group but have never liked the email style of monitoring. Kelly On Tuesday, March 12, 2013 7:25:27 AM UTC-5, kennet...@gmail.com wrote: > > I agree with Dan on this one. Most of the time

[RBW] General short thought on current bikes

2013-03-13 Thread Kelly
, better tweaking on tire pressure .. Then it should be fine... It is fine.. Still the bike the gets ridden he most. Kelly. Ps. There was no point other than talking out loud in print debating what to do.. Now rims. Are also driving me nuts -- You received this message because you a

[RBW] Re: OT Anyone have experience with this trailer?

2013-03-06 Thread Kelly
I've toured with my Nomad two wheel trailer and toured extensively with others using the BOB. Those touring with it like it. I'm just a pannier guy but would have no problem loading heavy and using a trailer. Then again I usually carry 70lbs of gear pannier weight included.

[RBW] FS SP PV-8 Wheel

2013-03-04 Thread Kelly
Sold pending.. Details -- 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 rb

[RBW] FS SP PV-8 Wheel

2013-03-04 Thread Kelly
eper/8528417696/in/photostream/ I can be reached at tkslee...@gmail.com or phone works too.. 314-799-4743 Kelly -- 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, sen

[RBW] Re: Appropriate Crank Arm length

2013-02-28 Thread Kelly
That was great, thanks forme laugh -- 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] Re: Appropriate Crank Arm length

2013-02-28 Thread Kelly
rs she can tell the reach difference with she puts riding gloves on. Kelly On Thursday, February 28, 2013 3:47:27 PM UTC-6, Michael Williams wrote: > > Hey Group, just wondering if any has any information on correct crank > arm length. Im 5'11 PBH is 89.5cm and Ive always

[RBW] Re: Big Apples for GAP and C&O tour

2013-02-18 Thread Kelly
a tight fit did have mud clogging issues. Don't worry just have fun.. it's all good. http://www.flickr.com/photos/tksleeper/8068265249/in/set-72157631723790948 Kelly On Monday, February 18, 2013 7:42:53 AM UTC-6, John Philip wrote: > > Here's a pic of my 68 Atlantis on the

[RBW] Re: Big Apples for GAP and C&O tour

2013-02-17 Thread Kelly
00x35's .. I'll take the 50's even 60's. Kelly On Sunday, February 17, 2013 9:15:32 PM UTC-6, shawn wrote: > > Minh, I am a little worried that they may be too big and slow. > > On Sunday, February 17, 2013 9:04:03 PM UTC-5, Minh wrote: >> >> Are you worr

Re: [RBW] Re: No Bombadil????

2013-02-08 Thread Kelly
Gotta quit trying type on the iPad ...bad enough when I have a keyboard -- 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...@googlegr

[RBW] Re: No Bombadil????

2013-02-07 Thread Kelly
I kinda agree..Mather last thing I think of is mountain bike when on my Bombadil. It's Tour Bike nervona. -- 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 r

[RBW] Re: 2 Top Tube Observations

2013-02-02 Thread Kelly
gh there is plenty of 2TT material as yet on explored today. Kelly On Saturday, February 2, 2013 4:52:22 AM UTC-6, James Warren wrote: > > > Something weird happened. I wasn't so big on the 2TT. Now for a month I've > been riding my parallel TT, double TT Hunqapillar. >

[RBW] Re: The Roadeo is different from the Ram/AHH (long post)

2013-02-01 Thread Kelly
e to dyne wheel then road bike again... couldn't tell you the difference in any way. My go fast has a dyno now and I've used it rather often... anyway.. just a suggestion that you can have your cake and eat it too. Kelly On Thursday, January 31, 2013 11:37:50 PM UTC-6, ttos

[RBW] But how are Longboards on 700c wheels?

2013-01-31 Thread Kelly
These all are 700x33.3's. they fit pretty well even with me throwing them on Hilborne http://www.flickr.com/photos/tksleeper/8351271314/in/set-72157632369325816 Betty Foy http://www.flickr.com/photos/tksleeper/8232947261/in/set-72157632041778279 Roadeo http://www.flickr.com/photos/tksleeper/5

[RBW] Re: RivReviews

2013-01-30 Thread Kelly
..:). Just saying Kelly Looking for speed on the down side Sleeper -- 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-bunc

[RBW] Re: jack brown's

2013-01-28 Thread Kelly
on my Quickbeam and loved them.. I gave them away when I sold the Schwinn Traveler recently... the 700x37 may be my favorite tire The JB's are my go to ... Green or Blues they both ride great!Lots of good tires out there. Kelly On Sunday, January 27, 2013 6:11:56 PM UTC-6, john

[RBW] Virgin ride on my new Hilsen.

2013-01-27 Thread Kelly
Love the photos ... Especially the arriving box .. Beings back all the great memories. The build looks gorgeous and the cable housings are to die for. Just over all a ver sweet ride! Congrats Kelly -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW O

[RBW] Re: Shake down ride of the RAM

2013-01-27 Thread Kelly
y aren't.. more tail light choices with Edelux .. auto sensing with Edelux and easier mounting due to less weight of the Edulux and better light placement with the Edelux ... I would still like the Edelux at this point in time :) Kelly -- You received this message because you are subs

[RBW] Re: Bikes back from paint

2013-01-27 Thread Kelly
n't wait to see them after you build them back up! Kelly On Sunday, January 27, 2013 2:11:00 PM UTC-6, shawn wrote: > > Just got my Atlantis and my wife's Betty and her Atlantis back from paint. > Craig Ryan of Foresta frames did a great job. If you are in Indiana or near &g

Re: [RBW] Shake down ride of the RAM

2013-01-27 Thread Kelly
Actually that was the best part... it was 60 plus degrees out. Fantastic day for riding! The ski resort was tough climbing back out of but fun. Kelly On Saturday, January 26, 2013 11:37:22 PM UTC-6, Michael wrote: > > Sounds like you had a wonderful ride. What were the temps like?

[RBW] Shake down ride of the RAM

2013-01-26 Thread Kelly
it is... I was really glad to get off of it. Hope everyone's weekend is going well Kelly -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe

[RBW] Re: happiness. also shameless, prideful bike showing-off

2013-01-24 Thread Kelly
Looks great Zach!! On Thursday, January 24, 2013 10:41:31 AM UTC-6, Z wrote: > > Happy to say that after being sick and/or away from home for a while, I > got out for the first good ride/hike of the year yesterday. Pure Joy. > > I was somewhat surprised by the great traction I had with Quasi-m

Re: [RBW] Re: 1 bike? Could you do it?

2013-01-22 Thread Kelly
I'm blessed with four super nice bikes that always make me smile... Having more than one does not mean skimping to me. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg

[RBW] 1 bike? Could you do it?

2013-01-22 Thread Kelly
don't like the amount of seat post showing.. So Atlantis as it will cover bother the AHH and Bombadil roles .. I think that is my answer ... Glad I don't have to make that choice. Kelly -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Own

[RBW] Re: Fit Issues with my Rivendell

2013-01-21 Thread Kelly
tioned to make one change at a time...please trust your body and your thoughts more than any of us. Charts are starting points not working points. Even if it's not perfect, if you can change the problem you have found the beginning of the solution. Good luck Kelly On Monday, Ja

[RBW] Re: Fit Issues with my Rivendell

2013-01-18 Thread Kelly
crank.Seems It was further back. So I slid the saddle forward on the rails to where it was the same as on other bikes... and the back pain went away. It may be something to check. Kelly On Friday, January 18, 2013 1:36:36 AM UTC-6, Michael wrote: > > My lower back has been killing

Re: [RBW] Re: Weight's a weird thing

2013-01-15 Thread Kelly
Also a quick measure can be found here... http://bikecalculator.com Enjoy On Tuesday, January 15, 2013 11:15:47 AM UTC-6, Jan Heine wrote: > > On Monday, January 14, 2013 2:58:13 PM UTC-5, Skenry wrote: >> >> >>> The only real way to compair weights is to have a frame built up with >>> normal

Re: [RBW] Color Question from an Indecisive Person

2013-01-09 Thread Kelly
William, sweet bike! So do you notice a difference in the power coat verse wet paint? On Wednesday, January 9, 2013 12:10:53 AM UTC-6, William wrote: > > The nice orange double TT one is mine. Powder coat with matching Bullmoose > > On Tuesday, January 8, 2013 8:14:31 PM UTC-8, Jim M. wrote

Re: [RBW] Re: Color Question from an Indecisive Person

2013-01-08 Thread Kelly
ors... hmmm stock colors are so easy and I know what they are going to look like.. :) Sheesh now you have me in a mindless circle jerk of thoughts and to think I thought I had my mind made up. Kelly On Tuesday, January 8, 2013 6:38:19 PM UTC-6, Colin B. wrote: > > I'm in that camp.

[RBW] Which Riv now?

2013-01-07 Thread Kelly
/8297440239/in/set-72157632274231014 Unless you change the build weekly having e semi fast travel / carry stuff bike and club ride event ride bike is fantastic. So I agree to disagree .. With a smile..amd a wave.. Kelly -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups

[RBW] Re: 2013 Riding Plans anyone?

2013-01-07 Thread Kelly
Rusty, If you need any logistical assistance for the Katy let me know. We live in St Louis and would be happy to put you up for a night, let you leave cars at the house etc. Depending on number of people would be willing to shuttle as well. (no charge) Sounds like a great year. Kelly On

[RBW] Re: Quickbeam Bar Swap

2013-01-06 Thread Kelly
if you want to move the Bulmosse Gen 1's I'd be interested.. :) Beautiful bike.. those Boscos are great bars. On Sunday, January 6, 2013 11:53:15 AM UTC-6, Marty wrote: > > Well, it took an extra day, but the results are in. Bosco bars are > fantastic! Had a chance for a short ride after the

[RBW] Re: My new(to me) A. Homer Hilsen finally built up after months of sitting in a box.

2013-01-06 Thread Kelly
Beautiful build!!! Love it. On Sunday, January 6, 2013 1:18:51 PM UTC-6, David Spranger wrote: > > Pics for your perusal: > > http://www.flickr.com/photos/73873271@N03/sets/72157632454982868/ > > David Spranger > Charlotte, NC > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Goo

[RBW] 2013 Riding Plans anyone?

2013-01-06 Thread Kelly
and seeing what y'all are doing.. Happy Trails Kelly -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/CilMglKDb84J. To post to this

[RBW] Which Riv now?

2013-01-05 Thread Kelly
. I don't think you can go wrong either way. Just that Roadeo is a dream of a go fast. Kelly -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/r

Re: [RBW] Re: Shimmy cured

2013-01-05 Thread Kelly
t up with would be a free handed shimmy that goes away instantly when touching the top tube at certain speeds only or when induced. Kelly On Saturday, January 5, 2013 2:57:04 PM UTC-6, Scot Brooks wrote: > > Forgot to describe it; it's a back and forth wobble of maybe 4 or 5 inches

Re: [RBW] Re: Riv Chica Warrior totally surprised!

2013-01-04 Thread Kelly
I was stoked riding my Wifes Betty even though it was way to small... just such a sweet ride. Go for it.. great bike. Kelly On Friday, January 4, 2013 6:17:23 PM UTC-6, William wrote: > > Rene, that is precisely my plan. But, you know me. It will probably > won't stay boxed f

Re: [RBW] Re: New Betty Foy frame: trouble getting bolts into brazeons

2013-01-03 Thread Kelly
Tap is the best way.. I couldn't find mine and had to get the rack on so (don't do this at home) I just took a knife and scraped the paint off the outer side of the braze on. The bolt went right in afterwards.. :) Not to mention it covered up my laziness. On Thursday, January 3, 2013 12:34

[RBW] Re: Only ourselves to blame?

2013-01-03 Thread Kelly
only and not saying I'm right,, just me. Kelly On Thursday, January 3, 2013 12:31:21 AM UTC-6, Michael wrote: > > For no more 5 speed or 6 speed freewheels in production? > > Been reading Rivreaders and less gears on the back wheel sounds great. But > I have seen

[RBW] Re: Front derailleur choice: help me out here.

2012-12-31 Thread Kelly
make a small hook to work as a hat hanger .. Thanks for the nail polish tip.. I dropped a wrench and put my first nick in mine. Kelly On Monday, December 31, 2012 1:28:05 PM UTC-6, Patrick Moore wrote: > > A fellow listmember has very generously offered me most of the parts I >

[RBW] Re: Rivendell Appaloosa

2012-12-30 Thread Kelly
Looks very similar to the Bombadil http://www.flickr.com/photos/tksleeper/8112777098/in/set-72157631828024667/ Saw this one at Hilly Hundred this year. Kelly On Saturday, December 29, 2012 4:12:27 PM UTC-6, Jim M. wrote: > > Dropped by RBW today for a few things, including a leftover

[RBW] Re: A Friends New Hilborne

2012-12-29 Thread Kelly
position down and low. It will also change quickly for her to do fully loaded touring a few weeks a year. > > > > On Friday, December 28, 2012 3:56:18 PM UTC-6, Kelly wrote: >> >> The sale on the mis-paited hilbornes caught a Susan's attention and she >>

[RBW] Re: introduction and first question....

2012-12-28 Thread Kelly
just put a Hilborne together with a friend and it's a beautiful bike Kelly On Thursday, December 27, 2012 1:59:13 PM UTC-6, sebseb wrote: > > Dear Forum, > I am a new member and would like to say hello and ask for a first advice > at the same time. I just found your group as

[RBW] A Friends New Hilborne

2012-12-28 Thread Kelly
bike. Still have to wait on fenders to arrive, racks, bags, and dyno hub and lights. Looks great so far. Kelly http://www.flickr.com/photos/tksleeper/sets/72157632369325816/ -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" grou

[RBW] Building A. Homer Hilsen

2012-12-26 Thread Kelly
g top tube seat tube etc as mood suits me. Hmmm maybe that is one of the reasons my bikes get so scared, my lack of gentle handling. :) Have fun and post photos Kelly -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To view this d

[RBW] How waterproof are the Sackvilles?

2012-12-26 Thread Kelly
I've had great luck with the large sackville. Several tours and all day rains with nothing getting wet And or even in the bag. I still line it with a trash bag, and recommend that, just haven't needed the extra protection under some severe weather conditions. Kelly -- You rec

[RBW] Re: Velo-Organge

2012-12-23 Thread Kelly
ay, December 23, 2012 3:39:58 PM UTC-5, Kelly wrote: >> >> Just an FYI and I may be the only one to have not checked before.. >> Anyway when I bought the new shiny rims (which I couldn't find anywhere >> else) I went through a local bike shop and saved some pretty good do

[RBW] Velo-Organge

2012-12-23 Thread Kelly
a win win buying from lbs and getting what I wanted. The rims built up nicely btw. I haven't had any experience with them other than that to date. Happy Trails Kelly -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To

[RBW] Re: Almost done

2012-12-23 Thread Kelly
Michael, 50/38/24 Being use to 175 crank arms I was concerned but honestly I don't notice any difference. On Sunday, December 23, 2012 11:41:54 AM UTC-6, Michael wrote: > > Ain't no mountain high enough for that crankset. Looks like you could >> climb anything with that nice innner ring.

[RBW] Almost done

2012-12-22 Thread Kelly
opinion anyway) Heres is a photo.. http://www.flickr.com/photos/tksleeper/8297440239/in/photostream later and Merry Christmas to All Kelly -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To view this discussion on the web vi

[RBW] Re: !!!!!!!!!!

2012-12-22 Thread Kelly
Sweet!!! You're going to love it... :) On Saturday, December 22, 2012 8:04:13 PM UTC-6, Patrick Moore wrote: > > Damn! I say, Da-yum!!! > > Thanks, Tim! > > Not bad for a beater, what? May cut off non-fixie braze-on. > > (Juust kidding, Steve.) > > > > > > Patrick Moore > iPhone > --

Re: [RBW] Rambouillet upcoming build

2012-12-20 Thread Kelly
Tom, the AHH is a premier bike in my opinion, it's the bike for me that put joy back into riding. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/

Re: [RBW] Rambouillet upcoming build

2012-12-19 Thread Kelly
walking it through the mall today and trying to find walls to lean it against was a pain.. note take the AHH to the mall next time. :) Kelly On Wednesday, December 19, 2012 12:16:27 PM UTC-6, Tom Harrop wrote: > > Kelly, the new bike looks amazing, where did you find the frame? How

Re: [RBW] Rambouillet upcoming build

2012-12-19 Thread Kelly
You're gazelles are prettier than mine. Then again all your bikes are.. Looking good -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/_cjC_bDpW-I

Re: [RBW] Rambouillet upcoming build

2012-12-18 Thread Kelly
etter get over the disappointment. Kelly -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/2cY4SKdXjBAJ. To post to this group, send emai

[RBW] Re: Rambouillet upcoming build

2012-12-18 Thread Kelly
have been as easy or as hard as I choose to make them. I do spend most my time in the 38 in front. Some tweaking to do and general cleanup .. wax etc. but seems to be doing ok. On Monday, December 17, 2012 9:10:07 PM UTC-6, Kelly wrote: > > I know it is a weird gearing My t

[RBW] Re: Rambouillet upcoming build

2012-12-17 Thread Kelly
h gear > equivalent of a standard racing triple but still allows me to use a tighter > derailler, the new RD 6700 Ultegra. Shifts great. > > Michael > > On Monday, December 17, 2012 3:13:49 PM UTC-5, Kelly wrote: >> >> >> I have a new frame arriving today, the bui

[RBW] Rambouillet upcoming build

2012-12-17 Thread Kelly
cables, with white bar tape. Any experience with the Grand Cru Hubs? Good or Bad Thanks for your thoughts.. Kelly 68 Rambouillet - (Blue) Supposed to be here today Grand Cru Touring Hub, 130mm -- 11x28 Cassette - Haven't purchased yet VO RAID Rim, 700c - Purchased 36 spoke New SON28 - Haven&

[RBW] Re: Flat pedals and special shoes?

2012-12-15 Thread Kelly
toe straps. In all honesty there are times I miss clipless .. but so rare as to be meaningless. Not for everyone .. I'm just glad it works for me... riding shoes are costly. Kelly On Saturday, December 15, 2012 11:39:53 AM UTC-6, Patrick Moore wrote: > > So, what's wit

Re: [RBW] Re: Another perspective, by George!

2012-12-13 Thread Kelly
ou want ..share what works for you.It's choice and preference not fact anyway. Kelly -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bu

Re: [RBW] Re: Low trail schmo trail......

2012-12-10 Thread Kelly
This thread is now complete.. We had trail and now helmets... :) Wait wait.. I can make it complete without anyone's mother getting run over by a freight train.. Politics... -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To view this di

[RBW] betty

2012-11-30 Thread Kelly
in the dark. http://www.flickr.com/photos/tksleeper/sets/72157632041778279/ Kelly -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/2243B3zleoI

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