Re: [RBW] Re: For Sale Atlantis

2011-08-02 Thread Michael Lee
Lee On Tue, Aug 2, 2011 at 12:26 PM, Minh mgiangs...@gmail.com wrote: Michael, Not sure where you are located, but if you share your location, someone on the list may be able to meet you and help you with the intricacies of sizing the bike and taking some pictures. The folks here

Re: [RBW] Re: Was gonna buy a Riv but didnt...

2011-07-22 Thread Lee Chae
August 3, or it might be because the site is... retro. Hi Philip. I saw those, too, and couldn't find them again. I do seem to remember them being 1-1/8 threadless, though. Happy Friday! Lee SF, CA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group

Re: [RBW] Looking for a Bridgestone MB

2011-07-13 Thread Lee Chae
Hi Johnny. Someone posted this on the iBOB list. Happy searching, Lee SF, CA *** FS B'stone MB-4. 49cm mikel66...@juno.com Bridgestone MB-4 like new-lugged mountain bike purchased from original owner. extremely low mileage. 1993 model. 49cm center-top seat tube. completely original. lugged

Re: [RBW] SFR Populaire Photos

2011-06-26 Thread Lee Chae
with two minutes to spare. I highly recommend trying out the next one in October. SFR puts on a good show and are a friendly, welcoming bunch. And Rivs with racks and sacks are a perfect fit here :) Lots of bike pics here: http://tinyurl.com/4x5otob Have a nice end of the weekend, everybody, Lee SF

Re: [RBW] SFR Populaire Photos

2011-06-26 Thread Lee Chae
, Lee On Sun, Jun 26, 2011 at 7:14 PM, Rene Sterental orthie...@gmail.com wrote: Thanks for the details. Perhaps at some future time I'll give it a try. Sent from my iPad On Jun 26, 2011, at 6:48 PM, CycloFiend cyclofi...@earthlink.net wrote: on 6/26/11 2:55 PM, Rene Sterental at orthie

Re: [RBW] SFR Populaire Photos

2011-06-26 Thread Lee Chae
cyclist told me she thought it was neat that my friend and I rode out there on our commuter bikes :) Anyway, it was a load of fun, and my friends who were new to this kind of riding found it a real thrill, as did I. Best, Lee On Sun, Jun 26, 2011 at 2:24 PM, Anne Paulson anne.paul...@gmail.com wrote

Re: [RBW] Re: Saddle Comparison - Brooks B17, Swift and Berthoud Touring

2011-06-23 Thread Lee Chae
multi-geared bike. Both have a similar drop of about 2 cm from the saddle to the bars. I find that I have to position the Berthoud saddle a little more level than I do the B-17, which has the typical nose-tilted-up set-up. FWIW, both saddles feel comfortable, though different, to me. Best, Lee SF

Re: [RBW] SFR Populaire Reminder

2011-06-23 Thread Lee Chae
mark. Hope to see some of you out there on your nice Rivs! Lee SF, CA -- 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 from this group, send email to rbw

Re: [RBW] The bike collection (or hoard?)

2011-06-20 Thread Lee Chae
/in/set-72157594443171032 We need to start a Schwinn Racer splinter group (Top Hat and Ring?). Your Racer looks fantastic. Mine's a bit over 50-years old, and hasn't stayed true to its initial build...but the frame is surviving!: http://tinyurl.com/44w2anj Best, Lee SF, CA -- You received

Re: [RBW] Re: HS

2011-06-18 Thread Lee Chae
a 'merican descendant of the French porteur? Have a great weekend, all, Lee SF, CA -- 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 from this group, send email

Re: [RBW] Latest AHH Build

2011-06-02 Thread Lee Chae
Hi Rene. The SONdelux was formerly known as SON 20R. That particular dyno hub can be oriented in either direction. Lee SF, CA On Thu, Jun 2, 2011 at 3:46 PM, Rene Sterental orthie...@gmail.com wrote: Beautiful bike and setup. I'm puzzled by the Edelux light on the left side; I also have a Son

[RBW] Re: Simple weekend project.

2011-05-28 Thread Lee
clean-up I have planned but am now ignoring). Lee SF, CA On May 28, 3:49 pm, andrew hill neurod...@gmail.com wrote: just added two more pics to the directory:http://salamander.net/stage/SimpleOne/ the ones with numeric names are sans-flash. the first pic shows the wheels - velocity fusion

[RBW] Re: V.O City/Touring Pedal Vs. Gripking

2011-05-23 Thread Lee
is tightened securely. I just wanted to make sure I communicated that correctly as I may not have in my initial post. I've seen a pedal failure live and in person and it was not a good sight! Best, Lee SF, CA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners

[RBW] Re: V.O City/Touring Pedal Vs. Gripking

2011-05-23 Thread Lee
along the axle. Whew. Okay, I'm done on this, I promise :) Lee SF, CA On May 23, 7:03 am, Lee leec...@gmail.com wrote: On May 22, 1:46 pm, Mike S mikeshalj...@gmail.com wrote: that they are such a sweet pedal, despite the flaws. I think my problem may be an overly tight outermost nut

[RBW] Re: V.O City/Touring Pedal Vs. Gripking

2011-05-22 Thread Lee
think those would make for a great combo. Best of luck on the pedal search, Lee SF, CA -- 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 from this group, send

[RBW] Re: V.O City/Touring Pedal Vs. Gripking

2011-05-22 Thread Lee
caps in MKS pedals! Perfect fit, apparently. Best, Lee SF, CA -- 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 from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch

[RBW] Re: guu watanabe bag videos

2011-05-16 Thread Lee
On May 16, 9:04 am, Seth Vidal skvi...@gmail.com wrote: I thought that Jitensha could get them, too. That's correct. Jitensha does carry a model that I think Hiroshi designed with Guu--collabo'd, as the kids say. I saw the prototype there a while back: http://tinyurl.com/42rngo6 But, now you

Re: [RBW] Re: Fast 650B Tire Options

2011-05-13 Thread Lee Chae
as a fast 650B option. I was really surprised by how well they rolled. My two cents, Lee SF, CA On Fri, May 13, 2011 at 10:44 AM, islaysteve alkire...@verizon.net wrote: Well, different strokes,  I guess.  My Bleriot, on the whole, feels MUCH nicer than my former pure road bike with 23's at 100+ psi

[RBW] Re: VO Porter Rack

2011-05-13 Thread Lee
tried finding its upper limit on load-carrying capacity, but it's handled some decent amount of weight: http://tinyurl.com/45yn72s http://tinyurl.com/3cupmbv Hope this helps some, Lee SF, CA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group

[RBW] Re: WTB: Nitto Technomic (±Deluxe), Nitto Noodle bars

2011-05-10 Thread Lee
Hi Brett. I think I have a 120mm Technomic at home. I bought it three years ago and have never used it. I'll check to make sure it's 25.4mm when I get home tonight and can e-mail you offline. Best, Lee SF, CA On May 9, 9:52 am, Brett Lindenbach brett.lindenb...@gmail.com wrote: OK, I am

[RBW] Re: Innit the cutest li'l rack you ever saw?

2011-05-09 Thread Lee
for drifting further and further off-topic. Lee SF, CA On May 7, 7:08 am, Minh mgiangs...@gmail.com wrote: Wow. I've had one of these ta racks for about ten years and didn't know how to attach it. Will it only work on the mafac center pulls? What can these support, they're pretty flimsy when I compare

[RBW] Re: Innit the cutest li'l rack you ever saw?

2011-05-06 Thread Lee
rack: http://tinyurl.com/3nm5enx Happy Friday, all, Lee SF, CA -- 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 from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch

[RBW] Re: FS: Nitto Technomic Deluxe stem

2011-05-06 Thread Allen Lee
On Apr 20, 1:51 pm, omnigrid omnig...@gmail.com wrote: for sale: Nitto Technomic Deluxe stem. 80mm / 26.0mm. New condition, installed for a minute while messing around with sizing/fit -- this stem was too short for me. How's $45 shipped? I have the same stem 100 that is too long for me.

Re: [RBW] Hillborne for the hills?

2011-05-04 Thread Lee Chae
Hi TS. You probably already know this, but note what tires you're testing with the Sam. I find noticeable differences in the way my Quickbeam feels climbing when I switch among 32, 38, and 42mm tires, even though all of these are supple sidewall-type tires. Have fun! Lee On Wed, May 4, 2011

Re: [RBW] Re: How many bicycle Haikus have you sent in?

2011-04-26 Thread Lee Chae
I have tried a lot, but have yet to finish one. The last line is hard for me. damn On Tue, Apr 26, 2011 at 3:14 PM, Peter Andrews beardedpe...@gmail.comwrote: You guys are total- -ly frickin' hilarious! But all in good taste! On Apr 25, 4:38 pm, William tapebu...@gmail.com wrote: Another

Re: [RBW] Longboard fenders on a Ram

2011-03-25 Thread Lee Chae
.* * As William said, enjoy the dry feet :) Best, Lee SF, CA -- 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 from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr

Re: [RBW] Re: Rivendell Atlantis

2011-03-22 Thread Lee Chae
selection--good luck with it! :) Best, Lee SF, CA On Mon, Mar 21, 2011 at 2:22 PM, Khalid Mateen krm2...@gmail.com wrote: I just spoke to John about the size for the Atlantis. I told him that I have a PBH of 86.5cm and said a 58 would fit me. Now I am trying to figure out does if I want

Re: [RBW] Suntour/Nitto/Huret for sale

2011-03-09 Thread Lee Chae
Hi JL. I'll take the Stronglight headset! Best, Lee On Wed, Mar 9, 2011 at 9:56 AM, J L subfas...@gmail.com wrote: Hey everyone, I have a few items for sale. Prices include shipping within the US. (Alaska, Hawaii or non-US, let's talk) All items are in like new condition, unless noted

[RBW] Re: Worst Selling Superstars

2011-02-21 Thread Lee
, help contribute to their removal from the WSSS list, haha. Hope folks got some riding in this weekend, Lee SF, CA On Feb 20, 10:14 pm, rob markwardt robmar...@hotmail.com wrote: Looked at the list and thought I'd buy any of those except...  that wind shield...ugh.   I think this has been thought

[RBW] Re: Worst Selling Superstars

2011-02-21 Thread Lee
, help contribute to their removal from the WSSS list. Hope folks got some riding in this weekend, Lee SF, CA On Feb 20, 10:14 pm, rob markwardt robmar...@hotmail.com wrote: Looked at the list and thought I'd buy any of those except...  that wind shield...ugh.   I think this has been thought

[RBW] Re: Computers? No computers?

2011-02-16 Thread Lee
/distracted by how fast/ slow you are going ;) I like it, but I don't use it very often. That's my wishy-washy endorsement. Best, Lee SF, CA On Feb 16, 7:48 am, PATRICK MOORE bertin...@gmail.com wrote: Tell me about this Garmin: what sort of wheel sensor does it use? Is it wireless? Does

[RBW] Re: 650b All Rounder

2011-02-01 Thread Lee
In case those aren't long enough, I believe the Shimano BR R-550 cantis have a tad more reach. Good luck! Lee Chae San Francisco, CA On Feb 1, 6:48 am, Tim McNamara tim...@bitstream.net wrote: According to the text about Ron's bike, he used Tektro Oryx brakes on his. On Feb 1, 2011, at 8:16

[RBW] Re: 650b All Rounder

2011-02-01 Thread Lee
Oops, I just realized this bike may be going from 559 to 584. Moving along... Lee On Feb 1, 8:12 am, Lee leec...@gmail.com wrote: In case those aren't long enough, I believe the Shimano BR R-550 cantis have a tad more reach. Good luck! Lee Chae San Francisco, CA On Feb 1, 6:48 am, Tim

[RBW] Re: When is a tire too big?

2011-01-28 Thread Lee
you're not happy with how the bike climbs, accelerates, and rolls. This is kind of how I evaluate any tire, though, not just the fat ones. Just my two itty bitty cents. Happy Friday, everyone! Lee San Francisco, CA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW

[RBW] Re: 700c vs. 650b, again

2011-01-26 Thread Lee
Hey Fai, I was surprised to find a lot of 650B when I was in Hanoi: http://tinyurl.com/4p2785t Nicole: I think a wider tire would help calm down the twitchy handling. Best, Lee San Francisco, CA On Jan 26, 3:50 pm, Fai Mao i.am.fai@gmail.com wrote: I don't know about Russia. I do know

[RBW] Re: Saddle comparison - Brooks B17 vs. Berthoud Touring

2011-01-14 Thread Lee
for their tastes. (Sorry if this has drifted too far from Riv content.) http://tinyurl.com/23eyb8o Happy weekend, all, Lee San Francisco, CA On Jan 8, 11:27 am, Lee leec...@gmail.com wrote: Hey Rene. I just got mine in. Here's a brief visual comparison of the saddle vis-a-vis a B-17 Champion

[RBW] Re: Saddle comparison - Brooks B17 vs. Berthoud Touring

2011-01-08 Thread Lee
bike. I had been switching my B-17S between my commuter (the Quickbeam) and the utility bike. Best, Lee On Jan 7, 3:47 pm, Rene Sterental orthie...@gmail.com wrote: Thanks for all the responses. I'm ordering one tonight to try it. I like the B17 except for its nose up position to prevent sliding

[RBW] Re: Saddle comparison - Brooks B17 vs. Berthoud Touring

2011-01-07 Thread Lee
Joel and Clayton: I noticed that the rails appear a bit narrower on the Berthoud Aspin than on a B-17. Did you have to force the rails out a little to get it to fit your seatpost clamp? What seatposts have you tried with the Apsin? Thanks, Lee San Francisco, CA On Jan 7, 9:42 am, Clayton Scott

[RBW] Re: Brooks Saddles in Assorted Colors

2010-12-23 Thread Lee
I noticed that Wallingford has the newly colorized B-17s (there might also be a blurb about them on their blog): http://www.wallbike.com/brooks/unsprung-saddles/b17-standard Best, Lee San Francisco, CA On Dec 23, 6:55 am, Montclair BobbyB montclairbob...@gmail.com wrote: My favorite saddle

[RBW] Re: For Sale: Rivendell Road Standard F/F and headset

2010-12-22 Thread Lee
Jim, that is an elegant machine and a great color. What Nitto rear rack is that? It's a beaut, too. Thanks, Lee San Francisco, CA On Dec 22, 9:38 am, Jim Cloud cloud...@aol.com wrote: The first generation Rivendell Road Standard bikes were painted in several standard colors.  These included

[RBW] Re: For Sale: Rivendell Road Standard F/F and headset

2010-12-22 Thread Lee
Thanks, Jim. I didn't realize that was the Campee. It looked like a rear constructeur rack with a neat seatstay mount! Best, Lee San Francisco, CA On Dec 22, 10:17 am, Jim Cloud cloud...@aol.com wrote: Lee, Thanks for your comments.  The rear rack is a Nitto Campee model that's sold

[RBW] Re: SF Weekend?

2010-12-07 Thread Lee
a taco truck in a parking lot that serves French bistro food a la carte. It is excellent and affordable. You can get a box of frog legs and sweetbreads and bring it back to the show, or duck into a bar on the corner to eat with some beer/wine. I think SOTG is open only for dinner. Have fun! Lee

[RBW] Re: Quickbeam/Simpleone and Rohloff hub

2010-12-01 Thread Lee
I believe Alex Wetmore used this configuration. If he doesn't chime in here, try posting your question to the iBob list. Also, google his name plus rohloff quickbeam and you'll find pics of his build. Good luck! Lee On Dec 1, 7:01 am, Adam oceanm...@gmail.com wrote: I am doing some research

[RBW] Re: Another Lady and her Riv

2010-12-01 Thread Lee
-650ebisu.html Anyway: Nitto Jitensha bars PAUL thumbies Dia-Compe levers Silver™ brand brakes Shimano Durace shifters Best, Lee On Nov 30, 3:37 pm, doug peterson dougpn...@cox.net wrote: Lee: My wife has usually had flat bars and is giving the drops on her Atlantis a fair trial.  However, if she

[RBW] Another Lady and her Riv

2010-11-29 Thread Lee
of the ride: http://tinyurl.com/276jmah Best, Lee -- 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-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr

[RBW] Re: Does anyone sew their own bags?

2010-11-26 Thread Lee
Nice resource. We'll have to get together as I am right by Tartine. Lee On Nov 25, 6:38 am, Ely Rodriguez elyk...@gmail.com wrote: I agree, finding the right material and machine are difficult!!! Lee, there are tons of heavy duty machines on SF craigslist! Also, ebay is really good

[RBW] Re: Does anyone sew their own bags?

2010-11-24 Thread Lee
I've been working on a bag, too. Right now I'm stuck as my machine can't handle the cordura. So, I'm keeping my eye out on Craigslist for a tougher sewing machine--although this purchase is queued up behind a few others right now. Here are the visuals: http://tinyurl.com/3aj9j7x Best, Lee

[RBW] Re: wtb sackville saddlesack Large

2010-11-23 Thread Lee
, just to see. Hi Anne. If you get a chance, please post how your experiment turns out. Best, Lee -- 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-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from

[RBW] Re: Riv Reader 650B Conversion

2010-11-23 Thread Lee
Hi Mitch. This isn't the Reader you referenced, but it is a great resource on 650B conversions: http://www.freewebs.com/650b/ Hope the project works out! Lee On Nov 23, 6:52 pm, Mitch Browne mitch.bro...@gmail.com wrote: Unexpectedly received my brother-in-law's 1984 Bianchi Limited (Ishiwata

[RBW] DIY bike stand for the Quickbeam

2010-11-22 Thread Lee
free to e-mail me if you want any details on them, but they really are as simple as the pictures show: http://tinyurl.com/2b6krgb Here's to giving thanks, Lee -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email

[RBW] Re: Riding backwards.

2010-11-18 Thread Lee
Right, because the action of the water shows the video is being played backwards. Because of that, all motions you see in the video were actually their reverse in real (non-fun workplace) life. Lee SF, CA On Nov 18, 9:47 am, Aaron Russell aa...@suchfun.net wrote: I believe he was filmed riding

[RBW] Re: Riding backwards.

2010-11-18 Thread Lee
On Nov 18, 2:18 pm, Lee leec...@gmail.com wrote: actually their reverse in real (non-fun workplace) life.* I meant my workplace doesn't appear to be as fun as life at RBW, haha. Lee SF, CA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group

[RBW] Re: Riding backwards.

2010-11-18 Thread Lee
normal customer in Rivvy World? Because wouldn't that mean the reverse or something? What would it mean to be a weird Riv customer? Oh man, now I am totally confused... :) Lee SF, CA On Nov 18, 2:22 pm, Lee leec...@gmail.com wrote: On Nov 18, 2:18 pm, Lee leec...@gmail.com wrote

[RBW] Re: SHOES!

2010-11-18 Thread Lee
Good timing as my sneakers are not so pleasant anymore, in many ways. How do the Harriers run size-wise? Small, large, or about right? Thanks! Lee SF, CA On Nov 15, 7:04 am, Ginz theg...@gmail.com wrote: GolaHarriers in Suede.  They are indoor soccer shoes, similar in style to the Adidas Samba

[RBW] Re: NY/PA/NJ Rivendell Rally - Spring 2011

2010-11-16 Thread Lee
On Nov 15, 2:10 pm, CycloFiend cyclofi...@earthlink.net wrote: - Jim I really need to get my schedule together an call an Entmoot... Now let's not get hasty, Jim ;) Best, Lee -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post

[RBW] Re: matching saddle and handlebar tape

2010-11-13 Thread Lee
luck! Lee San Francisco, CA On Nov 12, 9:12 pm, chef mois...@hotmail.com wrote: Hello. First time post here. I've been reading for a while though:) Thanks for all the info, its been great. I'm installing interrupters on my hilsen and I might be able to salvage the tape job, but if not. I

[RBW] Re: Oakland/Berkeley probability of theft?

2010-11-12 Thread Lee
Maybe a This Bike is a Pipe Bomb sticker? On Nov 12, 3:27 pm, William tapebu...@gmail.com wrote: Oh snap!  That's genius right there.  Like poison!  Skull and bones! Who would steal that?  A 'beware of dog' sign might even enhance it more.  Or a this bike has a posse sticker. On Nov 12, 1:59 

[RBW] Re: Oakland/Berkeley probability of theft?

2010-11-11 Thread Lee
their counterparts at home, which I use when running around San Francisco. The pics: http://tinyurl.com/286ywhb http://tinyurl.com/2bymylj Best, Lee On Nov 10, 11:39 pm, Lee leec...@gmail.com wrote: Hi Jose. I live in San Francisco and frequent the East and South Bay areas regularly. Here's my two cents

[RBW] Re: Oakland/Berkeley probability of theft?

2010-11-11 Thread Lee
. I'm worried that the person might damage the frame/ wheel when tugging or when ditching the attempt. I don't know if this has every happened to anyone in the real world, though. Best, Lee On Nov 11, 9:18 am, cyclotourist cyclotour...@gmail.com wrote: Lee, what are your thoughts on the seat tube

[RBW] Re: Oakland/Berkeley probability of theft?

2010-11-10 Thread Lee
. Good luck! Lee On Nov 10, 11:00 pm, jose jose.cor...@gmail.com wrote: Hi All. I just moved to Oakland (Rockridge) from Houston and I'm curious what peoples opinions are parking your Rivs here are. In Houston, I felt fairly comfortable with locking up my Atlantis with bags/lights/brooks

[RBW] Re: FS: 57cm Bleriot complete bike

2010-11-05 Thread Lee
Just emailed you. On Nov 5, 12:07 pm, Gino Zahnd ginoza...@gmail.com wrote: This bike is set up for hilly bay area riding, on or off road. It's mechanically perfect and very well maintained. Cosmetically it is ridden, which means it has paint scuffs. It's no garage queen, but it has zero dings

[RBW] Riv Railroad shirt question

2010-11-03 Thread Lee
Morning all. Do any of you know if the Riv Railroad shirts have some initial shrinkage? I just received one as a gift and it seems a size too large. But before exchanging it, I wanted to know if I could expect it to shrink some. Thanks! Lee -- You received this message because you

[RBW] Re: Riv Railroad shirt question

2010-11-03 Thread Lee
Thanks, Mitch. Hmm, maybe I'll need to size down a step. I usually wear medium shirts but this one hangs pretty long on my 5'7 frame, haha. Best, Lee On Nov 3, 9:50 am, Mitch Browne mitch.bro...@gmail.com wrote: Lee, My experience is it does not shrink much. I have a medium,  and there's

[RBW] Re: Singlespeed wheelset advice needed

2010-11-03 Thread Lee
what he can do for you (handsonwheels.com). Same disclaimer :) Good luck! Lee On Nov 3, 8:39 am, Dlbracey dlbra...@gmail.com wrote: I'm building a commuter bike right now and I need a strong singlespeed wheelset for my 225lb self.  I'd like to be able to run 35mm tires and I have a limited budget

[RBW] Re: Riv Railroad shirt question

2010-11-03 Thread Lee
Thanks for the good knowledge, everyone! I think I'll go for a size smaller and possibly shrink as needed. Lee On Nov 3, 5:57 pm, Esteban proto...@gmail.com wrote: They fit really big for me.  I got one that fit and was happy that it shrunk a bit. Esteban San Diego, Calif. On Nov 3, 5:12

[RBW] Re: Soma B Line vs Express vs Pari Moto 650b tires

2010-11-02 Thread Lee
. And now for the pics!: http://tinyurl.com/2ajarmb http://tinyurl.com/2d23ryl http://tinyurl.com/24tlw2v http://tinyurl.com/26ogncm Best, Lee On Nov 1, 7:38 pm, jsk jeff...@lightsideps.com wrote: Hey there, Is anyone riding the new Soma 650b tires? I've been on a pair of Pari Moto's here in NYC

[RBW] Re: Recommendations for front and rear lights to use with dyno hub

2010-10-27 Thread Lee
Hi Rene. In regards to the Edelux sensor mode, do you have the light mounted under a rack and bag? I recall mine doing something similar on my distance bike, when I have it set up with a large front bag. Lee On Oct 27, 10:59 am, Rene Sterental orthie...@gmail.com wrote: Checked the Spanniga

[RBW] Re: Considering a solo tour around the SF and San Pablo Bay. Looking for tips

2010-10-22 Thread Lee
) as another, and Mt. Diablo (Riv country) as a third. Cool idea! Lee SF, CA On Oct 22, 1:36 pm, Jordan prospir...@gmail.com wrote: I've never done a self-supported tour and I'm considering this as my first. I'd like to ride around the entire bay on my atlantis and stay as often as possible

[RBW] Re: Considering a solo tour around the SF and San Pablo Bay. Looking for tips

2010-10-22 Thread Lee
(maybe $6) if you are on a bike. They also sell wood and kindling on site. Lee On Oct 22, 4:42 pm, Lee leec...@gmail.com wrote: Hi Jordan. How many nights are you planning and what type of distance would you like to do each day? A ride around the entire bay won't take too many days. For starters

[RBW] Re: FS/FT: Nitto Bike Stand, Bars, Rack, Keven's Bag, Tektro R556s, SON28 wheel+light

2010-10-20 Thread Lee
Emailed about the stand. Lee On Oct 20, 12:41 am, Greg gregkj...@gmail.com wrote: I'm trying to make some room in the garage and maybe to try some new stuff, so I'd like to sell or trade the following stuff: Nitto Folding Bike Stand - it's similar to the one that Bicycle Quarterly sells

[RBW] Re: SKS Secrets

2010-10-18 Thread Lee
would want them. Maybe 4-5mm at some points. Best, Lee On Oct 18, 7:49 am, kevin lindsey lindsey.ke...@gmail.com wrote: I'm in the process of building my Bleriot and thought a pair of SKS fenders would be practical and look great, too.  However, I was naively unprepared for the amount of tweaking

[RBW] Re: SKS Secrets

2010-10-18 Thread Lee
part of the cap. Then, I fit them over the stays and taped them down with electrical tape. Here are some pics: http://tinyurl.com/26ogncm http://tinyurl.com/2cqb222 http://tinyurl.com/24tlw2v Good luck! Lee On Oct 18, 8:48 am, kevin lindsey lindsey.ke...@gmail.com wrote: Thanks for the thorough

[RBW] Re: Bike Life

2010-10-18 Thread Lee
Nice story, Anne. I hope the dinner worked out. Sounds like a perfect day. Were you able to fit a bottle of wine in the Saddlesack, too? Or did you already have a supply at home? ;) As for the color scheme, I would try either silver or light blue bar tape. But that's just my two cents! Best, Lee

[RBW] Re: Headlands Ride Report 10.11.10

2010-10-14 Thread Lee
://tinyurl.com/2ck8gmp. And, for climbing while standing, the bars are the best setup I've ever used. So, there's your very long and detailed answer. I can thank morning coffee and NyQuil for it (shaking off a cold). Best, Lee On Oct 13, 11:39 am, manueljohnacosta manueljohnaco...@hotmail.com

[RBW] Re: Headlands Ride Report 10.11.10

2010-10-14 Thread Lee
be a winner. As for technique, that is much too elegant a word for what I do out there :) Best, Lee On Oct 13, 5:15 pm, doug peterson dougpn...@cox.net wrote: Lee: Nice photos.  Motivates me to head for the trail tomorrow.  To your question regarding preference, it's a mood thing.  Like you

[RBW] Headlands Ride Report 10.11.10

2010-10-13 Thread Lee
for one type of riding over another? In any event, I'm just glad I have a bike that lets me do both so enjoyably. Here's the visuals: http://tinyurl.com/2dc6r76 Take care, Lee SF, CA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post

[RBW] Re: Headlands Ride Report 10.11.10

2010-10-13 Thread Lee
know, I know, it's all about the engine. But this engine welcomes any help it can get! Best, Lee On Oct 13, 9:55 am, Anne Paulson anne.paul...@gmail.com wrote: Sounds fantastic. What tires do you find necessary for adventures like that? What tires would you recommend for someone who's

[RBW] Re: WTB 64cm Quickbeam

2010-10-10 Thread Lee
Someone posted this at the end of last week here and on SF Craigslist. The ad is still up: http://sfbay.craigslist.org/eby/bik/1995446851.html Good luck! Lee On Oct 10, 11:34 am, newenglandbike matthiasbe...@gmail.com wrote: If anyone has one for sale, please let me know.    I can pay cash

[RBW] Re: perennial pants issue

2010-10-10 Thread Lee
I posted a Flickr set on how to make your own cycling conversion shorts: http://tinyurl.com/27s7jbv These will match nicely with my Quickbeam. Best, Lee On Oct 5, 4:05 pm, William tapebu...@gmail.com wrote: Lee, that is DIY-lightful.  Nice work. Cycling Re-cons.  Brilliant! On Oct 5, 4

[RBW] Re: perennial pants issue

2010-10-05 Thread Lee
of months, I can usually find a fabric I like. All for less than $10 a piece. Anyway, here are some pics: http://tinyurl.com/23vldvc http://tinyurl.com/2dojop6 http://tinyurl.com/2ahuvl2 http://tinyurl.com/2c4zkz8 http://tinyurl.com/2429prc Best, Lee On Oct 3, 6:34 pm, jim_OLP j...@landoloons.com wrote

[RBW] Re: perennial pants issue

2010-10-05 Thread Lee
Forgot to mention that a tailor would probably do the hemming and pegging for less than $20 (San Francisco rates). Lee On Oct 5, 4:01 pm, Lee leec...@gmail.com wrote: This may seem like a hassle, but it really isn't too much trouble, depending on where you live, and can be quite cheap: I'll

[RBW] Re: Stem question; ISO nice stems

2010-09-30 Thread Lee
Hey Patrick. Would JimG's online Stem Comparison Widgetmadoozy help?: http://yojimg.net/bike/web_tools/stem.php Best, Lee On Sep 30, 11:03 am, PATRICK MOORE bertin...@gmail.com wrote: Question: if I decide raise my handlebars by the 4 cm (~1.5) to get them level with the saddle mid-point

[RBW] Request for Soma Xpress 650B tire info

2010-08-30 Thread Lee
Hi all. In regards to the new Soma Xpress 650B tires that Riv is selling, any of you early adopters feel inclined to gather and add the data to the 650B tire spreadsheet?: http://tinyurl.com/26gk3qb Thanks! Lee -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW

[RBW] Re: More uses for John's Irish strap

2010-08-27 Thread Lee
On Aug 26, 10:27 pm, jose jose.cor...@gmail.com wrote: My wife forgot a belt, so guess what one strap is being used for? Looks good too. Same! It's my fave riding belt: http://tinyurl.com/24xpf4k Happy near weekend, Lee -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google

[RBW] Re: Saddle experiment

2010-08-22 Thread Lee
, go for the clydesdale. Take care, Lee On Aug 22, 8:05 am, MikeC mecinib...@sbcglobal.net wrote: I was just considering buying a Selle Anatomica instead of a B17 and had few questions. I weigh just shy of the 180 lb limit for the standard saddle. Since I have been reading about the stretching

[RBW] Re: Mini-rack for Dia Compe 750 centerpulls

2010-08-15 Thread Lee
Classy setup, Jason. I think fellow lister Nathan has used Albatross bars with a handlebar bag and standard size front rack (no decauler, though): http://tinyurl.com/23o7aft Btw, what size bottom bracket are you using with those cranks on the Bleriot? Happy Sunday, Lee On Aug 14, 4:04 pm

[RBW] Re: Need 650b Tires

2010-08-14 Thread Lee
a trail ride coming up. Currently, I'm guessing that the PMs would be a good tire for my distance (70+ miles for me) bike. And then there's the new Soma tire... Best, Lee -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send

[RBW] Mini-rack for Dia Compe 750 centerpulls

2010-08-14 Thread Lee
, the tag that came with the rack said they should also work with the Gran Compe 610 centerpulls. Take care, Lee -- 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-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe

[RBW] Re: Need 650b Tires

2010-08-12 Thread Lee
Hey Rob. Can you compare the Pari-Moto vs. the Cypres vs. the Hetre in regards to handling, climbing, and acceleration? Thanks! Lee On Aug 12, 11:37 am, Rob Harrison robha...@gmail.com wrote: Cool--interested to hear what you think. Odd, I've never had more than one set of tires at a time

[RBW] Re: Need 650b Tires

2010-08-09 Thread Lee
for commuting and what kind of ride you want from it. Or you looking to optimize the ride for a particular feature: Speed? Comfort? Thrills? Durability? Robustness? Geez, sorry for going overboard--I can talk about tires all day, obviously, haha. Best, Lee On Aug 9, 11:14 am, d2mini d2creat...@gmail.com

[RBW] Re: Saturday morning mixed terrain ride report

2010-07-28 Thread Lee
), cooked a nice, hot meal, and opened a bottle of wine. I liked this approach and thought it'd be neat to try to pair this approach to a camping kit with the simple yet capable QB. In other words, I guess I've been reeled in, too. :) Lee -- You received this message because you are subscribed

[RBW] Re: Saturday morning mixed terrain ride report

2010-07-28 Thread Lee
, I figured his kit was the final distillation of many years and miles of bike camping. Anyway, it's given me something to think about. Best, Lee On Jul 28, 7:49 am, Anne Paulson anne.paul...@gmail.com wrote: On Tue, Jul 27, 2010 at 11:22 AM, Lee leec...@gmail.com wrote: All he had with him

[RBW] Re: Saturday morning mixed terrain ride report

2010-07-26 Thread Lee
my weight back--or get stronger, haha. These are great--thanks again. Thanks for sharing those images Lee - it's funny, I find that a lot of the times, my legs get more cooked on multi-geared coastables than they do on a fixed or singlespeed setup.  I think that with a smaller selection

[RBW] Re: Saturday morning mixed terrain ride report

2010-07-26 Thread Lee
where summer has finally arrived!) Shoot me an e-mail when you make it down here with the AHH. We could set up a Riv mixter. :) Lee nice flickr set thanks for sharing. I need to find a nice mixed terrain ride like that in Seattle. btw love the look of your QB with the moustache bars and TT

[RBW] Saturday morning mixed terrain ride report

2010-07-24 Thread Lee
bike. In any event, the total mileage was 33.76 from door-to-door. The Garmin Forerunner gave me a total of 7000 feet but that is ludicrous. Best, Lee SF, CA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email

[RBW] Re: Saturday morning mixed terrain ride report

2010-07-24 Thread Lee
Note to Patrick Moore: I tried to get a lot of shots of the trails themselves so you can see what the terrain is like--as you requested from Ron's fixed-gear ride. Best, Lee On Jul 24, 9:10 pm, Lee leec...@gmail.com wrote: Hey all. I took the Quickbeam out on some trails in the Marin Headlands

[RBW] Re: SFRandonneurs Fall Populaire - July 17th

2010-07-13 Thread Lee
with mechanicals on the fly. Overall, this ride is not meant to be a huge challenge to experienced distance cyclists. It's kind of a recruitment event to find folks who may be interested in joining the longer brevets. Best, Lee On Jul 13, 8:57 am, Ray Shine r.sh...@sbcglobal.net wrote: Please forgive my

[RBW] Re: SF/Marin Fixedgear/SS ride July 10, 2010

2010-07-11 Thread Lee
Thanks to Ron for calling the ride, and Jeremy, Bill, Jim, and Nathan for joining up! Here's my flickr set: http://tinyurl.com/26cqbva Jeremy, I'm up for another fixed ride in the very near future :) Best, Lee On Jul 10, 8:55 pm, Bill M. bmenn...@comcast.net wrote: A very enjoyable ride

[RBW] Re: Some shoes for Toe Clips

2010-07-11 Thread Lee
Hey James. Just e-mailed you off-line. These are great! Lee On Jul 11, 1:36 pm, James Valiensi valie...@mac.com wrote: Hullo, I've love the look and idea of toe clips, but my feet hate them. Hence I'm a sucker for cool cycling shoes but they sit unused in the closet. These are for sell

[RBW] Re: SF/Marin Fixedgear/SS ride July 10, 2010

2010-07-10 Thread Lee
Sounds good. See you at the BART stop at 7:53ish. Lee On Jul 9, 10:01 pm, manueljohnacosta manueljohnaco...@hotmail.com wrote: Does anyone mind if I show up with my bleriot? Bill and Lee, I might bart in too mind if I join you guys for coffee and pastries? -Manny On Jul 9, 8:05 pm, Bill M

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