[RBW] Sackville Stick Pack

2014-11-18 Thread Leslie
Was just perusing the holiday flyer pdf, and came across the 'stick pack'. Neat-O! Diggin' it.Hm -L -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving

Re: [RBW] Bike and Hatchet First Aid

2014-10-29 Thread Leslie
I thought it was a Douglas Adams reference On Tuesday, October 28, 2014 8:55:28 PM UTC-4, James Warren wrote: Is this a David Sedaris reference? On Oct 18, 2014, at 11:23 AM, cyclotourist wrote: A towel is the most important thing to carry. On Sat, Oct 18, 2014 at 8:20 AM, Curtis

Re: [RBW] double horizontal toptube Bombadil

2014-10-23 Thread Leslie
On Thursday, October 23, 2014 12:36:41 AM UTC-4, Tony DeFilippo wrote: I saw a reference to 52mm tires being max for these original bombadil's... What are some of the larger tires you have successfully run on these frames? I started out running Pacenti NeoMotos 2.3's on my later Bomba...

[RBW] Re: BUMP AND PRICE REDUCTION: 61 cm Bleriot f/f/hs/bb

2014-10-23 Thread Leslie
Whew I'm saved!!! Whoever you are, you've kept my tail out of a sling!!! :) -L On Thursday, October 23, 2014 11:30:30 AM UTC-4, Pudge wrote: Bleriot sold pending payment. C’mon, you Bombadil lovers – $1100 shipped is a smokin’ deal! *From:*

[RBW] Re: BUMP AND PRICE REDUCTION: FS -- 56cm Bombadil

2014-10-23 Thread Leslie
Bumping for Pudge Someone ought to snag this On Wednesday, October 22, 2014 12:58:34 PM UTC-4, Pudge wrote: Some nibbles but no takers – price for frame/fork/headset/BB reduced to *$1100 shipped* to lower 48. These were $2200 new, new version is now around $3000! Frame

[RBW] Re: double horizontal toptube Bombadil

2014-10-22 Thread Leslie
It varies: initially they came with the 26.8, but were later w/ the 27.2, then had to switch back to the 26.8 when it went diagonal (they were actually drilling out the tubes, had to under-drill them w/ the smaller size to ensure enough meat in the tube); were slated to get more tubes ordered

[RBW] Re: BUMP AND PRICE REDUCTION: 61 cm Bleriot f/f/hs/bb

2014-10-22 Thread Leslie
Dude, you're killin' me! I have no reason to want or need this bike given that I 650b'd my Ram, yet I still find myself trying to justify it... Somebody, please rush in and buy this bike, remove my temptation; I don't want to give the wife yet another bicycle-reason to kill me

Re: [RBW] Re: BUMP AND PRICE REDUCTION: 61 cm Bleriot f/f/hs/bb

2014-10-22 Thread Leslie
...@googlegroups.com javascript: [mailto: rbw-owne...@googlegroups.com javascript:] *On Behalf Of *Leslie *Sent:* Wednesday, October 22, 2014 4:15 PM *To:* rbw-owne...@googlegroups.com javascript: *Subject:* [RBW] Re: BUMP AND PRICE REDUCTION: 61 cm Bleriot f/f/hs/bb Dude, you're killin' me! I

Re: [RBW] Re: Surly after Riv

2014-10-20 Thread Leslie
Just a semi-related observation: One of the things I noticed the other day I'd fired up the MapMyRide app, which used to just have bike/run/walk, etc then later it added road bike, and mountain bike. So my surprise was, it had multiple categories: Road Cycling, Mountain Bike,

Re: [RBW] OT pocket knives and mineral oil

2014-10-20 Thread Leslie
On Monday, October 20, 2014 12:08:32 PM UTC-4, Steve Palincsar wrote: On 10/20/2014 12:02 PM, Ron Mc wrote: no, that would be like saying hatchets are OT for this list http://www.rivbike.com/Opinel-Knife-p/knife01.htm Don't you think they ought to be? Well, FWIW *RBW Owners

Re: [RBW] Re: new to me Redwood - unpack/ride

2014-10-14 Thread Leslie
Have to admit, my canti-Rom is getting more saddle times these days: yesterday's ride between rainy days: https://www.flickr.com/photos/leslie_bright/15349848350/ On Monday, October 13, 2014 11:09:15 PM UTC-4, cyclot...@gmail.com wrote: Yeah, Roms of any variety are possibly the best

[RBW] Clem on the Blug

2014-10-10 Thread Leslie
It's up: http://rivbike.tumblr.com/post/99627421939/clemshots-and-impressions -L -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to

[RBW] Re: Warning to those who keep cameras in handlebar bags!

2014-10-08 Thread Leslie
Oh! Poor camera!I think I'd love a Df, but, as I have a 7000 at work for use whenever, I haven't been able to justify buying one. On Wednesday, October 8, 2014 3:15:32 PM UTC-4, Mark Reimer wrote: Yesterday I put my camera, a Nikon Df, into my new Swift Industries Ozette bag on

[RBW] Re: Original Mustache Bar Brake Lever Positioning.

2014-09-29 Thread Leslie
Best picture I have is : https://www.flickr.com/photos/leslie_bright/8703902390/in/set-72157623199721925/ (Not non-aero, tho'...) On Sunday, September 28, 2014 2:10:21 PM UTC-4, David Banzer wrote: It's been awhile since I've tried mustaches, but I wanted to try them out again. I'm

Re: [RBW] Re: Blug post

2014-09-24 Thread Leslie
On Tuesday, September 23, 2014 10:58:30 AM UTC-4, Tom Harrop wrote: Leslie, that's exactly what I trying to describe—thanks for the pic! Yup, I knew exactly what you were saying, and realized that that pic would show it glad I had it! On Tuesday, September 23, 2014 6:27:43 PM UTC-4

Re: [RBW] Re: Blug post

2014-09-23 Thread Leslie
On Monday, September 22, 2014 11:21:37 PM UTC-4, danmc wrote: Legolas Bombadil - both available as special order but not part of the official lineup. FWIW, the curvastays on my Bombadil are brazed, and I never thought it detracted in any which way

Re: [RBW] Re: Blug post

2014-09-22 Thread Leslie
On Monday, September 22, 2014 2:27:25 PM UTC-4, Bill Lindsay wrote: I think this may be exactly what Riv is betting on, especially since they are discontinuing the Hillborne. Whoa just to clarify: no, the Hillborne isn't being discontinued. It's taking a vacation, perhaps but

Re: [Bulk] [RBW] Quick Swapping of Wald Basket on Front Rack

2014-09-16 Thread Leslie
I suppose it might've been a touch of overkill, but, my approach was: I zip-tied my Wald to a Platrack, which I can then mount or remove from the front rack as needed... The Platrack adds a touch of weight, but, it's durable, makes a good platform for the basket. -- You received this

[RBW] Re: New Kryptonite Bike Lock Idea

2014-09-16 Thread Leslie
On Tuesday, September 16, 2014 10:31:11 AM UTC-4, Sean Cleary wrote: Wow, where do you live where there is such prominent bike theft, Andrew? The rare clues of bike theft that I've seen in our Minneapolis suburbs are orphan front wheels locked to a bike rack. Apparently the owners didn't

[RBW] Re: WTB/WTT: dirt drops

2014-09-16 Thread Leslie
Eric, The *old* RM-014 is the new RM-013; the new RM-014 has the 31.8, but the old one is smaller in the clamp diameter On Sunday, September 14, 2014 11:47:48 PM UTC-4, Eric Cardella wrote: I see a RM-014, which has a 31.8mm clamp diameter. No 26.0mm options that I can see. -- You

[RBW] NorCal earthquake

2014-08-24 Thread Leslie
Just wanted to check on all the folks local to RBW, see if everyone's okay -L -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to

[RBW] Re: Was Redemption, now fly fishing

2014-08-13 Thread Leslie
I do. I've not done the two together, but see it as a future combo. When biking from the house, my usual jaunt along the Greenbelt runs down along Reedy Creek (a not-so-healthy stream, lots of farmland sediment from upstream, etc), past its confluence with the South Fork of the Holston

[RBW] Re: Do you ride your drop bars above, at, or below saddle height on your Rivbikes?

2014-08-06 Thread Leslie
On Wednesday, August 6, 2014 2:04:10 AM UTC-4, lungimsam wrote: Just curious how everyone here rides. There is no right or wrong way, of course - just whatever is comfortable! Pretty much level on the Rom: https://www.flickr.com/photos/leslie_bright/14506123836/in/set-72157623199721925

[RBW] Re: RBWHQ Spy Photos!!

2014-08-02 Thread Leslie
That diagatube cluster it like what's on my Bomb https://www.flickr.com/photos/leslie_bright/6802019698/in/set-72157623199721925 On Friday, August 1, 2014 2:40:59 PM UTC-4, Bill Lindsay wrote:

Re: [RBW] Re: Crane bell metals and quick reviews. Forget frame metals discussion. Lets talk bells!

2014-07-31 Thread Leslie
On Sunday, July 27, 2014 4:07:27 PM UTC-4, Peter M wrote: Ah, I see. I am a semantics person too so I appreciate the clarification. On Jul 27, 2014 4:06 PM, Steve Palincsar pali...@his.com javascript: wrote: On 07/27/2014 04:01 PM, Goshen Peter wrote: So what does brass do, is just

Re: [RBW] best fenders for Rambouillet? WTB question

2014-07-24 Thread Leslie
On Thursday, July 24, 2014 1:41:34 PM UTC-4, bingomck wrote: Wow, glad you are Ok! Question for group related to yours, will SKS Longboard P45 fenders fit in a Ram with Tektro 559 side pulls? If so, what would be max. tire size, 32-35ish? 32's would be max, I think; I had 32 Paselas

[RBW] Re: Jamboree and Entmoot shirts and patches

2014-07-14 Thread Leslie
I was out-of-town this past week, and running around nutty all weekend, but, yes, my patches safely arrived Thx! -L -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from

[RBW] Canti-rom max tire

2014-07-14 Thread Leslie
Interesting! I've been running a Clement X'Plor MSO 700x40 on the front of my canti-Rom; thus far I've been running a 700x35 Ritchey Speedmax on the rear, to ensure clearance, but have been wanting to see if the MSO would fit back there, too H -- You received this message

[RBW] Re: If you were going to go out and buy a fully modern contemporary bike, what would it be?

2014-06-26 Thread Leslie
On Wednesday, June 25, 2014 5:19:41 PM UTC-4, Garth wrote: A Custom Frame of course ! Something like the diagatube 60cm. Bombadil or Appaloosa but as a Mixte, without the TT. With 3 bottle holders and all the braze on fixins. Hey . . it's as modern as modern can get ! Garth's

[RBW] neat photos

2014-06-13 Thread Leslie
http://i.dailymail.co.uk/i/pix/2014/06/11/article-2654800-1EA616280578-542_964x577.jpg http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-2654800/Historic-photos-3-000km-bike-ride-Adelaide-Darwin.html -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch

Re: [RBW] Re: Quick question on the Cheviot

2014-06-04 Thread Leslie
On Wednesday, June 4, 2014 5:03:19 PM UTC-4, Bruce Smitham wrote: My wife has the Cheviot and we have not taken it mountain biking. It's an all-rounder with thinner slicks at this point but we will probably add some knobbies and test it out later this summer. There just aren't many great

Re: [RBW] Re: Errandonnee Runner

2014-04-28 Thread Leslie
Mary, I *love* that patch wow... I'll try to pay attention to the next time you run this! Hopefully it'll happen when I can do it, as opposed to a week when I'm work/travelling -L On Sunday, April 27, 2014 6:51:51 PM UTC-4, MG wrote: Yes, the Errandonnee is an anti-profit

Re: [RBW] Re: Now Available: 650B Dyad/Aeroheat in 32h and 36h

2014-04-12 Thread Leslie
Not Aeroheads, but A23's are available in 650b, too. Rich built my 700c Dyads that are on my canti-Rom; and he built my 650b Synergy wheelset, since the Dyads in 650b weren't around then. I built an A23 650b wheelset for my Ram conversion. I have a spare dynohub, that I've been wanting

[RBW] Re: Now Available: 650B Dyad/Aeroheat in 32h and 36h

2014-04-11 Thread Leslie
Sweet!! On Friday, April 11, 2014 4:03:02 PM UTC-4, Rich Lesnik wrote: Just arrived -- direct from the Velocity factory in Florida -- 650B (584) Dyad/Aeroheat rims, in silver, non-machined sidewalls. At 540g, they a great mid-weight, tough all-around 650B rim. You can get them at Riv for

[RBW] Re: Chincoteague NWR

2014-04-07 Thread Leslie
Visited Chincoteague when I was a kid; mom took a photo of some fishing boats, ended up winning a local photography contest with it; and I got to ride on Stormy (Misty's foal, but was an old horse by then, and that was, 30 years ago?) We end up trekking to Ocracoke annually, another coastal

[RBW] Top book recommendation

2014-03-28 Thread Leslie
Good book selection: http://gizmodo.com/a-bullshit-free-guide-the-gear-you-need-to-commute-by-b-1552400296 -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to

[RBW] Re: Saddlesack Medium and Biking to School

2014-03-24 Thread Leslie
Ya know My kids' nickname for me is Khaki-Man. I started w/ Acorn bags, because the Sackville stuff was in olive instead of tan. If I was buying today, I'd probably be buying the Sackvilles in tan instead. Nothin' at all wrong w/ Acorn, don't get me wrong, I love 'em, no need to

[RBW] Re: New version of the AllRounder?

2014-03-20 Thread Leslie
Scott, Have you considered getting a 58 Hilsen in 650b? If I had to give up my current bikes and only pick one that's currently available, that might be my choice -L On Monday, March 17, 2014 10:41:12 AM UTC-4, Scott Shelton wrote: Hello RBW, Is there any interest in Rivendell making

Re: [RBW] Re: 650b Roadeo

2014-03-14 Thread Leslie
Gotcha... But, if you're selling this hypothetical 650b Roadeo, then I think that would be part of the description up-front, eh?? On Friday, March 14, 2014 9:34:02 AM UTC-4, stevef wrote: No, not talking a conversion, talking a bike with the Roadeo's geometry and light tubes, built around

[RBW] Re: What do Rivendell riders use for riding Sandals?

2014-03-14 Thread Leslie
One day, I was wearing my Tevas while out on a ride w/ my kids. After a stop, about to start back up down the path: we start to go, then my youngest stops short, so I stop too; but somehow, I caught the toe of the sandal on the asphalt, and it flipped back, letting the top of my big toe get

Re: [RBW] Re: Appaloosa Prototype on Blug?

2014-03-13 Thread Leslie
On Thursday, March 13, 2014 9:00:25 AM UTC-4, Matthew J wrote: In the end I expect 95% or maybe more of the Riv market will ultimately decide on one type of tire they like best and not bother swapping no matter how easy it is to do so. Or, end up w/ another bike for the other tire...

Re: [RBW] 650b Roadeo

2014-03-13 Thread Leslie
But, the only thing done to make a Ram into a 650b was to change calipers. The frame was in modified. Raise the pads in the calipers, or swap back, and it's back to 700c. If Toshi or I were going to sell one of our Rams complete, as-is, I'd be sure to point that out; but could switch it,

[RBW] Re: Edelux - Blug Post

2014-03-12 Thread Leslie
http://m.flickr.com/photos/leslie_bright/8351739256/in/set-72157623199721925/lightbox/ -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to

[RBW] Re: New AHHs, Special Price

2014-03-10 Thread Leslie
The Bleriots were posted here, but those are already gone.The 59 AHH is also already gone. Last word was, Peter still had the 56 AHH frame/forkset, if not already gone.MSL has a 67 AHH, already built up (and a 61 AHH, too). -L On Sunday, March 9, 2014 5:51:36 PM UTC-4, Pondero

[RBW] a pair of Hilsens at MSL

2014-03-08 Thread Leslie
Just a passing along a quick note, with spring approaching There's a 67 A Homer Hilsen at Mountain Sports Ltd; and also a 61 AHH. They're Toyo models, complete bikes, typical builds w/ Noodle bars. $3250 each. The shop number is 276 466 4455, ask for either Steve, or Bobby. (I'm not

[RBW] Re: Favorite Coffee (regular and decaf)

2014-03-04 Thread Leslie
JFG. Sorry, it's not fancy. But I drink it by the pot. About two pots a day. On Tuesday, March 4, 2014 2:48:07 PM UTC-5, Deacon Patrick wrote: What’s your favorite coffee? Regular and/or decaf. Since I can only drink decaf, my favorite (so far) is Dazbog French Roast Organic Decaf,

[RBW] New Compass tires?

2014-02-22 Thread Leslie
So, how does a Babyshoe Pass compare to a Hetre? (Also, typo on the Babyshoe link, takes you to the Loup Loup page; and, it has a 28.5 MTB listed instead of 27.5) -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this

Re: [RBW] FS: 58 Rambouillet Green complete bike - $1400 shipped - bump and price drop

2014-02-18 Thread Leslie
, but, anyway...) Going with a true 'flat bar' is gonna throw off my thoughts on stem-lengths for him FWIW On Tuesday, February 18, 2014 1:04:16 AM UTC-5, debra banks wrote: Thanks Leslie for this. My guy is a long-legged 6 footer. He has been riding an old Marin mtn bike with flat

[RBW] Big Boy Pants

2014-02-17 Thread Leslie
Surly is talking about pants for larger folks today. http://surlybikes.com/blog I know I need to lose weight, but, it'd be nice to have clothes that fit, too... -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this

Re: [RBW] A Rivendell 29+ Camping bike.

2014-02-16 Thread Leslie
On Sunday, February 16, 2014 8:38:54 AM UTC-5, Deacon Patrick wrote: With respect, that makes as much sense as saying Surly makes the Long Haul Trucker. That's close enough so there is no need for the Atlantis because you can do everything on the LHT you can do on the Atlantis. Surly HAS

Re: [RBW] FS: 58 Rambouillet Green complete bike - $1400 shipped - bump and price drop

2014-02-16 Thread Leslie
On Sunday, February 16, 2014 6:38:36 PM UTC-5, danmc wrote: Sizing. I think the 58 would be too small. Especially with the 8cm stem. Here is the link to the original brochure with sizing info: http://cyclofiend.3795Goh311b3nt/rbw/rambouillet/rambflyer/17.html For a 6' rider a 62 would be

Re: [RBW] Re: Wheelbuilding advice: spoke gauge? symmetrical rim?

2014-02-05 Thread Leslie
AASHTA: From http://sheldonbrown.com/wheelbuild.html : *Double-butted spokes do more than save weight. The thick ends make them as strong in the highly-stressed areas as straight-gauge spokes of the same thickness, but the thinner middle sections make the spokes effectively more elastic,

[RBW] Re: FS: Filson Oil Cloth Parka (L) $200, like new

2014-02-05 Thread Leslie
Unfortunately, the size was off in the wrong direction; if it was an XL, I'd have been excited... a medium just isn't gonna fit me :( On Tuesday, February 4, 2014 10:33:32 PM UTC-5, Kevin Mulcahy wrote: I will entertain any reasonable offer. If you'd like the jacket, please contact

Re: [RBW] Re: My Bike Life Is Lacking

2014-01-30 Thread Leslie
On Thursday, January 30, 2014 9:34:43 AM UTC-5, cyclot...@gmail.com wrote: Didn't know Kuat was diversifying from selling star destroyers and TIEs. Good for them! ROTFL!!! There's a particular Firespray that I'd like to have. -L -- You received this message because you

Re: [RBW] Re: Winter Bikepacking tips?

2014-01-29 Thread Leslie
When my very-long-legged teenage son needed a bike, I got him a 64cm Motobecane CX... (http://www.bikesdirect.com/products/motobecane/fantom_cross_cx2.htm); Yes, it's an inexpensive bike, but, it's been serving him well. He's now taken it to college and is running all over campus w/ it...

[RBW] Re: Biking around Franklin, TN?

2014-01-28 Thread Leslie
That's not my neck of the state; but, this looks interesting in the area: http://www.nps.gov/natr/planyourvisit/bicyclinghome.htm -L On Tuesday, January 28, 2014 2:41:35 PM UTC-5, dougP wrote: This summer I may be in Franklin, TN (Nashville adjacent) and wondered if anyone in the area

Re: [RBW] Re: From Sadness to Happiness - I'm Riding Again!

2014-01-28 Thread Leslie
Very good news Congrats! Enjoy riding again! -- 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

Re: [RBW] SoCal February S240 poll.

2014-01-27 Thread Leslie
Or your babelfish... got any peanuts? On Monday, January 27, 2014 12:21:04 AM UTC-5, cyclot...@gmail.com wrote: Don't leave home without one. Oh wait, I think that's a towel. Cheers, David it isn't a contest. Just enjoy the ride. - Seth Vidal On Sun, Jan 26, 2014 at 9:14 PM,

Re: [RBW] Re: Sneak preview of the Riv Chica Warhorse

2014-01-21 Thread Leslie
That is an *awesome* frame I'm looking forward to the final build! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to

[RBW] Re: All turned around bout rims [SOS Help!]

2014-01-18 Thread Leslie
@ Mike Schiller: I could be mistaken, but I think the Aeroheat came first; Velocity decided to roll it as a touring/29'er tire afterwards, but wanted to separate it so people wanting the usual 26 MTB rims wouldn't order the wrong one -- You received this message because you are

Re: [RBW] Re: Bike Camping. We are DOING IT WRONG

2014-01-15 Thread Leslie
Patrick! I've wanted a couple of roorkhee chairs for awhile now, like the canvas ones Melvill and Moon make, but they want crazy money for it, when what I'm wanting is a camp chair, for camping That's neat, that he had them done. Made that's what I need to do, is make my own.

[RBW] Re: FS: Wheel-Building: Stand, Tensionometer, Wrench, Dishing Guage, Jobst Book

2014-01-14 Thread Leslie
Where were you a year ago?! That's a really good package deal.Someone would be off to a great start there. I have that same stand; it's the 'standard'. There are a couple that might nicer, but at a far greater cost... there are some that are less expensive, but not as good.

Re: [RBW] Mixte frame design question

2014-01-08 Thread Leslie
On Wednesday, January 8, 2014 12:46:28 PM UTC-5, Shoji Takahashi wrote: For fabricating a true mixte, the limitation is the lug-- Riv would have to use a different headlug and seat lug () or perhaps do a filet braze to the headtube? I think Liesl mentioned that her custom Appaloosa will

Re: [RBW] Mixte frame design question

2014-01-08 Thread Leslie
On Wednesday, January 8, 2014 3:39:01 PM UTC-5, Bill Lindsay wrote: Leslie I thought the same thing, but when I went back in the BLUG, that special lug you are referring to is a seat lug, with the seatpost clamp and everything. Two different lugs. Here's the famous one: or maybe you

Re: [RBW] Mixte frame design question

2014-01-08 Thread Leslie
Oh, and while talking mixtes, here's a bike that brought me around to thinking about them http://rivbike.tumblr.com/post/2349587723/mountain-mixte-custom -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group

[RBW] Re: Old and New Hunqapillar Tire Clearences

2014-01-05 Thread Leslie
Those charts have a bit of age on them; they'd work for your Hunq, but you're right, the new ones would have more clearance. The Bomba sizes are for the pre-diagonal ones... when I was waiting for mine, I also had a good chat w/ Keven, he was talking about the new fork crown that's widening

[RBW] Re: Looking at the Bullmoose to solve stiffness issues, viewpoints requested.

2014-01-04 Thread Leslie
My first thought, is that you might prefer a dirt-drop stem I have one (w/moustache bars) on my Bomba, and it doesn't flex... I think the Bullmoose or the Boscomoose would be good, too; haven't tried 'em, and would be willing to; but just a dirt-drop stem might work -- You

Re: [RBW] Gränsfors Bruk Factory Tour vid

2014-01-04 Thread Leslie
Sweet video; I'd not thought about how it's done today, wouldn't mind to go see that -L On Saturday, January 4, 2014 10:54:56 AM UTC-5, AaronY wrote: Hey Bunch, I came across this on youtube last night and thought others might find it interesting like I did.

Re: [RBW] Re: A restoration is kicked off, officially

2013-12-31 Thread Leslie
Is this the point where I confess that, getting married 25 years ago, I had a Grateful Dead t-shirt on under my suit? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an

Re: [RBW] New bike siting: Cheviut/Cheviot/Chevrolet?

2013-12-30 Thread Leslie
On Thursday, December 26, 2013 8:48:00 PM UTC-5, Cecily Walker wrote: War EAGLE! On Thursday, December 26, 2013 4:59:22 PM UTC-8, Fullylugged wrote: Orange and blue. Must be looking for an Auburn win in Pasedena.. On 12/26/2013 6:53 PM, justin...@gmail.com wrote:

Re: [RBW] New bike siting: Cheviut/Cheviot/Chevrolet?

2013-12-30 Thread Leslie
Cecily, concur on Peyton (go Vols!); (I'm not a fairweather fan, we'll see better days). The longer stays should be a bit more like the Appaloosa, ridewise; I was imagining the extra space behind the seat tube could be useful for fitting a larger tire; but the bridge placement, crown size,

Re: [RBW] Re: Larger 650B Homer's

2013-12-30 Thread Leslie
Hugh, The Saluki was 650b, and the Hilsen was 700c, but otherwise the same; because the functionality was the same, the lines were merged into the Hilsen; the overlap was kept to give a bit of a choice, but the upper end of the Saluki-side was trimmed down a bit... If someone politely asked

[RBW] Re: A hunq of a 650B?

2013-12-23 Thread Leslie
On Sunday, December 22, 2013 7:58:34 PM UTC-5, Bill Lindsay wrote: There would be a lot more to it than just lowering the canti-studs. If you were wanting to, say, take a 26 Atlantis to 650b (other than using Motolites for Hetres as has been done), then yeah, you might have some clearance

[RBW] Re: Six - Count 'em! - SIX CX Bikes at RBWHQL today!

2013-12-23 Thread Leslie
On Monday, December 23, 2013 8:47:37 PM UTC-5, rw1911 wrote: Some sweet bikes there. I've never heard of a Riv CX model, I thought the Legolas filled that spot? What's the difference between the CX and Legolas? It's a Rivendell Custom cyclocross bike. Custom lugs instead of the ones

[RBW] Re: A hunq of a 650B?

2013-12-23 Thread Leslie
On Monday, December 23, 2013 11:19:50 AM UTC-5, Bill Lindsay wrote: Don't get me wrong, I think a 650B monster cross would be a great bike. I own a 650B monstercross and I really like it. My point is that a 700c Hunqapillar is already a 29er. It is made to clear 700x55 tires. The BB

[RBW] Re: A hunq of a 650B?

2013-12-21 Thread Leslie
I've thought the same thing: Riv doesn't have enough 650b bikes anymore... I wouldn't be opposed to ordering a Hunq, but asking for the canti-studs to be lowered for 650b... -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe

[RBW] Re: I like!

2013-12-19 Thread Leslie
On Wednesday, December 18, 2013 4:31:36 PM UTC-5, Bill Lindsay wrote: But otherwise... What would I be missing between a Legolas and my canti-Rom, aside from the name? Functionally very little difference. Maybe a couple mm in extra clearance for the max tire size? Maybe a couple mm of

[RBW] Re: I like!

2013-12-19 Thread Leslie
On Wednesday, December 18, 2013 4:31:46 PM UTC-5, Jim M. wrote: On Wednesday, December 18, 2013 1:17:52 PM UTC-8, Leslie wrote: What would I be missing between a Legolas and my canti-Rom, aside from the name? ??? You should think of the Legolas as a canti-Roadeo. It's lighter than a Rom

Re: [RBW] Re: Dancing Around the Lugged Steel Maypole

2013-12-19 Thread Leslie
On Wednesday, December 18, 2013 6:20:23 PM UTC-5, Steve Palincsar wrote: So unscrew the bolts on a water bottle cage. With your thumb push the rear derailleur in so that the chain lines up with a sprocket that will give you a couple of usable gears on your two chain rings, and put

[RBW] Re: I like!

2013-12-18 Thread Leslie
On Wednesday, December 18, 2013 2:49:37 PM UTC-5, Jim Cloud wrote: They sure disappeared quickly from the RivBlug! Does Rivendell actually make the Legolas as a standard frameset? It doesn't show up on their website as one of their models..(?).. Jim, RBW can't advertize the Legolas.

Re: [RBW] Re: What deals they were!

2013-12-17 Thread Leslie
On Saturday, December 14, 2013 8:27:27 PM UTC-5, Minh wrote: Well there have been some notable changes in manufacturing of those frames, whereas the original Atlantis frames were made in Japan (when the YEN exchange rate was much more favorable), now you get a frame made in the US at

Re: [RBW] Re: Some 650b conversion pics

2013-12-06 Thread Leslie
Mike, I swapped from 538's to 559's to get the extra reach. Green. http://www.flickr.com/photos/leslie_bright/8351739256/in/set-72157623199721925/ On Thursday, December 5, 2013 4:19:16 PM UTC-5, mike goldman wrote: leslie, what brake calipers are you using on your Ram conversion

[RBW] Re: Some 650b conversion pics

2013-12-05 Thread Leslie
On Thursday, December 5, 2013 2:19:05 PM UTC-5, Greg J wrote: I'm pretty sure the early production Riv Roads had 75mm drop. I also vaguely recall Grant mentioning how he increased the drop on the Rambouillet, maybe to 78mm? Drop on the 700c Ram is 77mm. I'm one of the ones who

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

2013-11-29 Thread Leslie
Hugh, the Nifty Swifty is a 650b tire... http://www.rivbike.com/product-p/t102-10082.htm -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to

[RBW] Re: Why the Re: posts?

2013-11-26 Thread Leslie
Not sure, but I suspect it's a function of using email to reply to a thread in a way that submits it as a new thread, instead of addition to the existing thread... (Replying to the email version of the list, not via the board...) -L On Monday, November 25, 2013 9:11:47 PM UTC-5, Michael

[RBW] Re: Pre-Repainting Tasks?

2013-11-14 Thread Leslie
see. Some days, I like the orange; others, it makes me think 2003. On Wednesday, November 13, 2013 2:09:19 PM UTC-5, Leslie wrote: If I had an orange Ram in need of a repaint, it'd be going back to the original orange. (Says the guy with a Bombadil in Rambouillet orange)... That's why

[RBW] Re: Pre-Repainting Tasks?

2013-11-13 Thread Leslie
Rams predate Riv adding kickstand plates... The AHH/Sam H/ is where they became prolific. (Did older Atlanti not have them, do newer ones have them now?) If I had an orange Ram in need of a repaint, it'd be going back to the original orange. (Says the guy with a Bombadil in Rambouillet

Re: [RBW] Re: Catalogue

2013-11-07 Thread Leslie
: Leslie: is that a typographer's joke? Hilarious! =- Joe Bunik Walnut Creek, CA On 11/6/13, Leslie leslie...@gmail.com wrote: Has the Fatty Rumpkin become the Farmer Grumpkin? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group

Re: [RBW] Re: 'Nother Big 'Un on The Bay

2013-11-07 Thread Leslie
On Thursday, November 7, 2013 12:20:08 PM UTC-5, Deacon Patrick wrote: Short of Buy it now, bidding on anything before the last five minutes is rather foolish. People are amusing creatures. Back before the watch-list developed to where it now is, I used to make an initial low bid, just so

[RBW] Re: Crazy-priced Riv water bottles on ebay

2013-11-07 Thread Leslie
But wait! They're on sale now; can be yours for just $72 now! I'm on the verge of posting a link to http://www.rivbike.com/product-p/wb2.htm as a question to the seller, but I don't want to get eBay's hammer to come down on me for it On Thursday, November 7, 2013 12:59:37 AM UTC-5,

[RBW] FS: Nigel Smythe Tweed Saddlebag

2013-11-06 Thread Leslie
Oooo. I need another bag like I need an extra hole in the head (although the bag would be more useful); I really don't need to be buying anything for myself either... but that's a nice bag... H -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups

[RBW] Re: Catalogue

2013-11-06 Thread Leslie
Has the Fatty Rumpkin become the Farmer Grumpkin? -- 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

Re: [RBW] Re: Hub Area Rack

2013-11-05 Thread Leslie
On Tuesday, November 5, 2013 2:15:22 PM UTC-5, Bill Lindsay wrote: Don't worry. I own a Big Front Rack as well. I like cargo choices. I'm about to order this one as well, because I LOVE racks! lol... I just mounted a Tubus cargo rear rack on the front of the Bomba, then put a

[RBW] Re: Velocity Rims, Again

2013-11-05 Thread Leslie
I have one set of 650b Synergies, on the Bomba, currently with Fatty Rumpkins... But on my converted Ram, I built a 650b A23 wheelset and am running Hetres, and really like the combination. I'd moved my 700c Dyads to my Rom; I used to lament the unavailability of the Dyad in 650b, but I

[RBW] Re: Catalogue

2013-11-04 Thread Leslie
I signed up, I think almost instantly after it was announced; still haven't seen one, tho'... but being a good bit further east, I'm hoping one arrives today, perhaps tomorrow On Sunday, November 3, 2013 9:39:25 PM UTC-5, Michael wrote: I signed in for one as soon as I saw the ad

RE: [RBW] Re: Catalogue

2013-11-04 Thread Leslie
Upon arriving home from work just now, imagine my delight in discovering that it had arrived Ciao! Gotta go read -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it,

[RBW] Re: wtb: Rivendell Bombadil ~ 56cm ~ diagatube?

2013-11-01 Thread Leslie
On Friday, November 1, 2013 5:32:52 AM UTC-4, Tom Harrop wrote: But if you did that, how would it be different from a Hunq? In-between frame size? Biggest thing, tire size; smaller Hunq's are 26, the 54 and up are 700c; the Bomba is 650b, until you get up to a 60, then it switches to

Re: [RBW] Re: FS- Green Rambouillet, 60cm, built

2013-10-25 Thread Leslie
javascript:wrote: Oh you tricky tricky people. More thinking to do. Beautiful bike. Thank you for letting me know. I might have to message you off list to get some insight. BykMor On Tuesday, October 22, 2013 2:04:06 PM UTC-6, Leslie wrote: To throw a wrench into your plans I converted my 60

[RBW] Re: Rivendell BBH visit

2013-10-24 Thread Leslie
http://www.flickr.com/photos/haircow/10434049705/ -- 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: FS- Green Rambouillet, 60cm, built

2013-10-22 Thread Leslie
To throw a wrench into your plans I converted my 60 Ram to 650b: http://www.flickr.com/photos/leslie_bright/8351739256/in/set-72157623199721925 Toshi did, too ;) -L On Tuesday, October 22, 2013 2:20:23 PM UTC-4, BykMor wrote: Hello all, This was posted a couple weeks

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