[RBW] SO or QB with 55cm TT c-c?

2017-12-09 Thread lum gim fong
A 52? 54? What wheel sizes? Cantis? -- 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,

Re: [RBW] Re: Fixed Gear Snow Ride

2017-12-09 Thread lum gim fong
I'd leave the Hunq alone and just buy another single speed if poss. Remember: 'Once you haq you can't go baq!". -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an

[RBW] Re: Found Upright riding worse than drops riding.

2017-12-09 Thread lum gim fong
Garth: The reason for the short stems on uprights is so I can sit bolt upright because leaning forward causes the pain on the sweep back areas of the upright bars. I am fine leaning on the tops of the Albatrii and Boscos, just like drops tops at any height. Its the swept back parts of bars

[RBW] Re: Fixed Gear Snow Ride

2017-12-09 Thread lum gim fong
So in England they would freewheel or fixed for which season and why? I don't understand. -- 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: Fixed Gear Snow Ride

2017-12-09 Thread lum gim fong
Patric, What inches are you using in your mountainous terrain? -- 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: Found Upright riding worse than drops riding.

2017-12-09 Thread lum gim fong
Thanks for the reponses and input. I have tried upright twice now. Once with Albas on an oversized Sam, and once with Boscos on a 53 Bleriot, and Albas on a 55 Bleriot. I lasted a month with the Albas/Sam. I have had the Bleriot Bosco-ed for the better part of a year now.

Re: [RBW] Found Upright riding worse than drops riding.

2017-12-09 Thread lum gim fong
Interesting you say 40 miles, Steve. It was at that distance that I noticed my hands getting massively fatigued (Sam/Albas/Tallux max height/max aft). And that was when riding solo at my own pace. Cork grips are hard as rocks. That's when I found that out. But I don't think it was really the

Re: [RBW] Found Upright riding worse than drops riding.

2017-12-09 Thread lum gim fong
@listers: TW: "wifespeeds" refers to the joyful riding I do with my wife when she wants to go riding and I go along with her. We have spent many years riding together. Her average speed is about 10 miles an hour. So the term is just my playful way of referring to that riding experience.

Re: [RBW] Found Upright riding worse than drops riding.

2017-12-09 Thread lum gim fong
Thanks for the feedback. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to

[RBW] Fixed Gear Snow Ride

2017-12-09 Thread lum gim fong
My only concern for myself regarding trying fixed is hurting my knees by always trying to pedal too hard. Hilly where I live. I see it is even hillier where Patric lives. So how do you pedal up those long, tough hills without shooting meniscus out the sides, especially at our middle age? I

[RBW] Found Upright riding worse than drops riding.

2017-12-09 Thread lum gim fong
So I converted the Bleriot to upright so I could ride wifespeeds without hand discomfort that comes with riding that slow for an entire ride on drops. What I have found, in riding upright, is that the discomfort of the hands is reduced 75% and the butt discomfort 100% increase ( which was

[RBW] Re: Roadini pics with saddle height? - 61cm and 57cm frames?

2017-12-08 Thread lum gim fong
If RBW has one they will set it up and email you a pic. They did it for me on a Sam before i bought one. -- 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] How do you like your Catalyst pedals?

2017-12-07 Thread lum gim fong
Thinking of trying them when they come out again in polished silver. Wonder if the blue color matches a Rambouillet. 1. How do you like your Catalysts? 2. How have they changed your riding? 3. Do they make your bike feel easier to pedal down the road? 4. Have they helped alleviate any foot probs

Re: [RBW] "Winter" clothing help

2017-12-05 Thread lum gim fong
What works for me down into the 20'sF.: Head (any mixture of these): Wool skullcap Wool balaklava Wool cycling cap Helmet (great wind blocker for me). Sunglasses by day. WalMart display clear plastic glasses at night. Upper body: Wool baselayer shirts. J breatheable rain jacket (acts good as

[RBW] Re: Lessons in Singlespeeding

2017-12-03 Thread lum gim fong
I.never thought I would EVER ss ride. But I recently changed to DT shifters on my bike. Too lazy to frequently reach down and shift, I shift less than ever, learning to ride in easier/harder gears without blowing up my legs. I can now see how one could manage ss riding in hilly terrain.

[RBW] Re: Up Your Vis Game

2017-12-03 Thread lum gim fong
It's fun to get reflective! I use this vest (the basic orange one on top): https://rusa.org/cgi-bin/storedept_GF.pl?catid=2 I put reflective tape on my rims and cranks, and I have a rear tail light that has a reflector built in (Spanninga Dyno tailight). I also have a J rain jacket with

[RBW] Re: Bartubes discontinued

2017-12-02 Thread lum gim fong
Are they waterproof? I've wanted one, but alas, I use a Berthoud GB25 up front and a sprung saddle in back... but they are gorgeous... -- 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] Re: FS: Windstopper tight

2017-12-01 Thread lum gim fong
Bump Will trade for XL MUSA pants gray or black. -- 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: Ibex shutting down?!?!?!

2017-12-01 Thread lum gim fong
I have enjoyed their full tights, 3/4 tights, and shorts, as well as head gear and baselayers. Top notch stuff. I usually size up one or two sizes. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop

[RBW] Ibex shutting down?!?!?!

2017-12-01 Thread lum gim fong
I am surprised. I always thought of them as the #1 merino activewear company. Wonder what happened? Love their wool shirts and cycling gear. Too bad.

Re: [RBW] Schmidt Edelux light?

2017-11-28 Thread lum gim fong
The black band with the nub? Its an on off switch, if your model is built with it for that. No levels of brightness. Just on/off. And yes, unless you are in deep darkness, it will never be as bright as pictured in the online vendors' pics. And, if like mine, won't be nearly as smooth

[RBW] Re: Calling Ron Mc for handlebar comparison photo

2017-11-27 Thread lum gim fong
Sprung Brooks saddles can eliminate low back pain from road shock. -- 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: FS: Bleriot 55cm

2017-11-22 Thread lum gim fong
Bleriots are cool. And the metallic paint job and silver parts just light up like diamonds in the sunlight. I have had a 55, and now a 53. Nice bikes. One of the coolest decals on a Rivbike ever made. I think Bleriots, Ranbouillets, and Salukis have the coolest decal art. -- You received this

[RBW] Re: Boiled Wool: Tooth Proof (a ride report)

2017-11-21 Thread lum gim fong
I think you are misunderstanding what I am talking about, Steve. If you take a needle, and try to poke it through a wad of cotton, it can be tough to pierce through the wad. So, in a similar way, maybe the teeth of the dog couldn't pass through the weave of the wool sock Patrick was wearing.

[RBW] Re: Boiled Wool: Tooth Proof (a ride report)

2017-11-21 Thread lum gim fong
Cotton ball i meant -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to

[RBW] Have you had a Baker's Cyst?

2017-11-20 Thread lum gim fong
How did you get rid of it so you could continue cycling? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To

[RBW] Boiled Wool: Tooth Proof (a ride report)

2017-11-20 Thread lum gim fong
They say a needle cannot pass through cotton maybe that's what happened here with the wool. Glad you're OK! Are you Scottish? How long in the USA? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop

[RBW] Re: Minimalist cycling shoe article.

2017-11-20 Thread lum gim fong
@Lee: Looking into it online, it seems that a minimalist shoe is defined as a shoe that is a: protective and ornamental foot covering that has zero drop (no elevation of heel), completely flat (level) support base from heel to toe, wide toe box (allowing toes to splay freely and inline with

[RBW] Re: Here is an infrastructure proposal so crazy it just might work!

2017-11-20 Thread lum gim fong
>From right most side of roadway to left, we have in Columbia, Maryland, it structured as: 1) parking shoulder 2) bike lane 3) auto travel lane. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop

Re: [RBW] Minimalist cycling shoe article.

2017-11-20 Thread lum gim fong
Absolutely nothing wrong with regular shoes for cycling. My Nike's got me thru all my centuries and 200k with ease. I just posted the article because I saw it as akin to Grant's articles about bike hacks, and it mentioned a minimal shoe (for the minimalists here), and it also discussed

Re: [RBW] Here is an infrastructure proposal so crazy it just might work!

2017-11-20 Thread lum gim fong
I find that bike lanes put one in prime dooring and detritus territory. I also wonder if cyclists will be mandated off the roads once bike infrastructure is in place. I find that in my neck of the woods, cycling in the roads with cars is the most fluid way to move about, except for rail trails

[RBW] Re: Minimalist cycling shoe article.

2017-11-19 Thread lum gim fong
I felt the article was akin to Grant's articles about biking hacks, like fixing up sagging Brooks saddles, etc. Also, It mentioned a minimalist shoe that works well for biking, and mentioned a type of pedal that a recent thread here discussed. So I thought it would be of interest to some here.

[RBW] Re: Rambouillet in orange metallic

2017-11-19 Thread lum gim fong
For my blue 54 rambouillet: 700c. - I only have room for 28mm with fenders. For me this is the max for safety with fenders. 32 was too tight for my comfort zone. 650b- I now have 650b x 42 Compass tires and fenders with massive clearance all around on my 54 Rambouillet.

[RBW] Re: What do Rivendell Riders use for minimalist dress and biking shoes?

2017-11-18 Thread lum gim fong
I got the LEMS Nine2Five shoes. Black. Looks nicest in dress and best reviews I could find. Thanks for the references for the other shoes. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving

[RBW] Minimalist cycling shoe article.

2017-11-18 Thread lum gim fong
https://naturalfootgear.com/blogs/education/17861648-cycling-shoe-surgery -- 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] What do Rivendell Riders use for minimalist dress and biking shoes?

2017-11-18 Thread lum gim fong
Since some of you are minimalists, I was wondering about what you wear for biking, dress, and casual. Do minimalist shoes wear well? Last long? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop

[RBW] Re: Allbird wool shoes? Your experiences?

2017-11-18 Thread lum gim fong
Thanks for the input! *I thought these would be very nice for casual wear. I went ahead and got the since they have a 30 refund policy even if they are dirtied and damaged from use.* Winters here means 0-45F Usually upper 30's/low 40's daytime/20's nighttime from Dec-March. So maybe wool socks

[RBW] Re: Rambouillet in orange metallic

2017-11-17 Thread lum gim fong
54 is my size!!! Too bad you like it or I might volunteer to take it off your hands or trade. I didn't see any Rambouillet pics on that link. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop

[RBW] Allbird wool shoes? Your experiences?

2017-11-17 Thread lum gim fong
Anyone rode bikes in these before? Especially the lounger model? Are the soles stiff enough to not feel the pedal thru the shoe? Does the wool hold up well for every day wear and in winter temps? Thanks for the info. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups

[RBW] Re: "We’ll have “classic” single speed frames again...."

2017-11-16 Thread lum gim fong
You talkin about I's bikes? Looks like they have Hetres for 38$US How's their shipping to US? You like I's? They nice? I can vouch for the 650b black label GB rims 36 hole. My tires practically auto-bead-seat on them upon inflation. They look nice and have been great rims for me so far. I use

[RBW] What if the answer is knobbies on the QB?

2017-11-11 Thread lum gim fong
Canti QB? i read that its not safe to ride with cantis and knobbies without fenders. So make sure you go slicks if you ever take off the fenders. Guessing you already know this but wanted to type it just in case. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW

Re: [RBW] WTB: bike poncho/cape

2017-11-10 Thread lum gim fong
I think she bought them at a bike shop. They had a reflective strip on the back. Clip in the front. The front was way longer than the back to cover handlebars. But I just didn't like how it felt constrictive and heavy on the hands when I was moving my hands around on the drop bars. Bordered on

Re: [RBW] WTB: bike poncho/cape

2017-11-10 Thread lum gim fong
I rode wil inexpensive, though seemingly well made, chinese hooded ponchos my wife brought back from china. Its true that they are cooler than jackets, as I could feel the air circulating under the cape. And. If the rain stops temporarily you can sling it over your shoulder behind you and

Re: [RBW] Re: "We’ll have “classic” single speed frames again...."

2017-11-10 Thread lum gim fong
Glad to see another Rivsingle. Looking forward to seeing what it will be. I rode in Florida for a couple months and I think I only used three gears on me Sam. If I lived there I might look into this. But I live in MD so I use my 16-speed Rivbike and my 21-speed Rivbike to get around. Some LBII

Re: [RBW] Re: Binder bolt and nut specs?

2017-11-08 Thread lum gim fong
Ace hardware near moi has an huge selection of bolts. Harder to find are the washers that fit the bolt AND the seatcluster hole. -- 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] Re: The RBW Website has a new look...

2017-11-08 Thread lum gim fong
Coupla year ago i tried uploadin me bleriot but looks like the page is de-funct. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to

Re: [RBW] Re: Enjoying autumn colors

2017-11-07 Thread lum gim fong
Can you tell us about that decaleur? -- 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,

[RBW] Re: Binder bolt and nut specs?

2017-11-07 Thread lum gim fong
bicyclebolts.com has security bolts for that, too. I think they are stainless. But you will have to carry a dedicated security allen wrench on the brevets. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and

[RBW] Re: The RBW Website has a new look...

2017-11-06 Thread lum gim fong
No i mean a person coukd email an entry with pic and rbw decides whos pic and description they post on rivbike.com each month Tgey post their own bikes, why not a pic and descrip emailed to them from a customer. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW

Re: [RBW] Big clyde wears out Soma Weymouth 650B faster than anticipated...

2017-11-06 Thread lum gim fong
I have found that Compass 650b x 38 loups and 42mm tires (babyshoe?) practically auto bead seat upon inflation on Grand Bois 36 hole black label 650b rims. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and

[RBW] The RBW Website has a new look...

2017-11-06 Thread lum gim fong
Where they could feature a few owners bikes from all over tge world. Rotate monthly. Then people could see all the different and interesting ways Rivendells are used outside of the Creek. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group.

[RBW] The RBW Website has a new look...

2017-11-06 Thread lum gim fong
They should have an owners' bike page. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this

[RBW] Re: Winterizing Ideas?

2017-11-05 Thread lum gim fong
I think fenders if anything would be dangerous for you Patrick. You ride off-road a lot and there's a big chance of stuffs jamming your tires. So I think without the fenders your bikes are at the mercy of the elements and roadsalts in the winter. So looks like your options are a good

[RBW] Re: T.O.M. How'd your Rambouillet turn out?

2017-11-03 Thread lum gim fong
Look forward to seeing the build! Glad to hear it's still in the works! Thank you for taking such good care of the 54 Rambouillet, too! I am enjoying it tremendously. I think I have had it for a little over a year now. Took it on a couple centuries and other long rides, commuting, restaurant

[RBW] What do Rivendell Riders use for minimal footwear in winter? Large big toe joint problem.

2017-11-03 Thread lum gim fong
*I remembered that some on this forum wear minimal footwear* and was wondering what you all wear to keep the tootsies warm in winter. I figure the less rubbing/contact from a shoe on my foot is better. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners

[RBW] WTB: Carradice Camper Longflap or something similar in volume and design

2017-11-03 Thread lum gim fong
I loved my Pendle. It worked great. But these bags are kinda frumpy and dumpy looking. They get grotty, too. But they are great if you just wanna hang a bag somewhere and not use a rack. From time to time I think about ditching my fenders and front rack and Bertbag and just hanging a bag off my

[RBW] Re: T.O.M. How'd your Rambouillet turn out?

2017-11-03 Thread lum gim fong
Any updates? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to

[RBW] Re: Rivendell on the C Forum

2017-11-02 Thread lum gim fong
Who are these people who talk so bizarrely? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this

[RBW] Re: Next big ride and a 1xRoadbike

2017-11-02 Thread lum gim fong
Here's a link to that cat's Sam that he Randonneurs with. https://chasingmailboxes.com/2011/04/13/bikes-to-like-worlds-greatest-randonneurs-sam-hillborne/ Do you like the Avocet saddle? I seem to see a fair amount of them in pics of steel bikes, so they must be popular. -- You received this

[RBW] Next big ride and a 1xRoadbike

2017-11-02 Thread lum gim fong
Should work out. The Worlds Greatest Randonneur rode a Sam. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com.

[RBW] Re: Cheviot and Canti-Sam presale

2017-11-01 Thread lum gim fong
Yup, they dangle too low below fork crown . Inhibits max fender clearance. -- 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: Cheviot and Canti-Sam presale

2017-11-01 Thread lum gim fong
You could do RAAM on your Joe! -- 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: actual Roadini geometry specs?

2017-11-01 Thread lum gim fong
Riv has bike blueprints they can send you with numbers that will dazzle your mind!! They sent me blueprints for the bike I was considering. Helped me decide. Sometimes posted geo charts are wrong, as the one for mine was. So the blueprint cleared it up. -- You received this message because

Re: [RBW] Re: FS Rivendell Silver Shifters

2017-10-31 Thread lum gim fong
I like the SS1's for DT shifting because they are long and the lever ends are tilted perfectly for an easy grab. Just started DT shifting and love it so far. Used to use SS1 bar ends. They are great for that, too. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups

[RBW] Rambouillet Around Town

2017-10-31 Thread lum gim fong
Pics of the Rambouillet as I go places around town. I'll add more as time goes on. I am planning to take my real camera along. Most of these are iPhone photos. Just for fun. Enjoy. https://www.flickr.com/gp/70237737@N00/0C1020 -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the

[RBW] Re: FS Rivendell Silver Shifters

2017-10-31 Thread lum gim fong
So the original SS1 is still dying out? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this

[RBW] Goofy question about silver shifters

2017-10-31 Thread lum gim fong
Are these SS1 or SS2? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to

Re: [RBW] Lost & found anything while riding?

2017-10-28 Thread lum gim fong
Many times I have lost other riders on rides. They usually disappear up ahead of me, never to be seen 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

Re: [RBW] Lost & found anything while riding?

2017-10-28 Thread lum gim fong
And lost another computer on a bike commute. -- 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

Re: [RBW] Lost & found anything while riding?

2017-10-28 Thread lum gim fong
Lost my bike computer on the way to a restaurant once. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To

[RBW] Re: sage green for next batch of canti Sams

2017-10-28 Thread lum gim fong
Sage green sam: https://flic.kr/p/iFMjDD -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this

[RBW] Re: Cheviot and Canti-Sam presale

2017-10-28 Thread lum gim fong
Great idea for cantis! I think every rivbike should have canti option for max tire and fender clearance and easy front rackability. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails

[RBW] What do Rivendell riders use for winter weather head gear?

2017-10-27 Thread lum gim fong
What do Rivendell riders use for winter head gear? -- 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: What do Rivendell Riders use for cycling video cameras?

2017-10-25 Thread lum gim fong
Bump for 2017 -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to

[RBW] First Rivendell - A.Homer Hilsen

2017-10-25 Thread lum gim fong
Congrats!! Wow! That is a pure Rivbike build! Post more pics when you get a chance. -- 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: Fender Mounted Rear Dynamo Light?

2017-10-24 Thread lum gim fong
Here is a nice fun way I do rear dyno light on my bike. https://www.flickr.com/gp/70237737@N00/qJfbWC -- 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] Continental Sport Contact II 650b x 42 vs. GB/Compass 650b x 42 by riders of them both please.

2017-10-23 Thread lum gim fong
*Please do not respond if you have not ridden both sets of these tires.* I have read the theories put forth by tire makers. I don't want to get into that here. *I was just wondering what the actual ride experience has been for the feet/cyclecomputers of actual riders of these tire sets.*

[RBW] Re: Ventile Exploration

2017-10-21 Thread lum gim fong
@ PeterT That was interesting what you wrote about that chemical stuff. It is scary to think about how we may be poisoning ourselves with our industry. I wonder if that accounts for the widespread cancer. Maybe the microtoxins* coupled with *the toxins do it? I guess humans will learn more as

[RBW] Re: Hanging Edelux + Nitto Big Front

2017-10-16 Thread lum gim fong
My apologies. Didn;t realize the rack in question had no eyelets. -- 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: Nitto Bar "TT" Markings -- ID help

2017-10-15 Thread lum gim fong
Wonder why they were trashed? My 53's are aluminum with red band. Perhaps these are 52 True Temper? But i thought that was for frame tubes only? Just a wild guess. Probly wrong. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To

Re: [RBW] Re: I think I have the 98th Atlantis. Does anyone remember what was cool?

2017-10-15 Thread lum gim fong
I call them "Whale tail" lugs and "wave" lugs. -- 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] Headset adjustment how to ?'s...

2017-10-13 Thread lum gim fong
This is a needle bearing IRD Rollerdrive just like Riv sells. 1. Loosen lock nut 2. tighten the nut under the spacers 1/8 turn 3. Tighten lock nut. 4. test for correct feel. 5. Readjust if. Is this right? Anything to look out for? Do I have to worry about those keyed spacers or anything else

[RBW] Re: 54 cm Rambouillet frame/fork/headset for sale--$400!!

2017-10-13 Thread lum gim fong
Is this sold yet? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to

Re: [RBW] Re: Jobst Alp rides calendar

2017-10-11 Thread lum gim fong
The Lon Haldeman interviews in the RR's were cool, too! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To

[RBW] Re: 2017 Seagull Century

2017-10-09 Thread lum gim fong
2016: https://www.flickr.com/gp/70237737@N00/y379m1 -- 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

[RBW] Re: Let it Begin! (Winter, that is)

2017-10-09 Thread lum gim fong
Cool pics, and thanks for the demonstrations that happy biking can happen in all weather. Be careful, though. In some parts you would get ticketed for even mentioning the word "Winter" before its time. Ha ha! 49 winters is enough for me! ha ha! Our Nov-March "cold" weather is enough for me. I

[RBW] Re: Let it Begin! (Winter, that is)

2017-10-09 Thread lum gim fong
Nooo!!!

Re: [RBW] Re: Jobst Alp rides calendar

2017-10-08 Thread lum gim fong
Someone posted on this forum a picture of him going up a 30% grade in the big ring. So I think most of the LCG pictures are going to be in creek beds and off-road type stuff. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe

[RBW] 2017 Seagull Century

2017-10-08 Thread lum gim fong
I'm not going on it this year. I did it in 2013 (Sam) 2014 (Sam) and 2016 (Rambouillet). Fun! 2015 was cancelled due to double whammy noreaster/hurricane weather, iirc. Is this your first time? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch"

[RBW] Re: Jobst Alp rides calendar

2017-10-08 Thread lum gim fong
How did he ride in the winter weather with just shorts? My knees and thighs would be screaming! -- 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: PSA: Who's jonesing for a Legolas?

2017-10-08 Thread lum gim fong
Ad says that it is lightest tubing for Rivbikes. Lighter than Roadeo? Also says not designed for front bag. Does this mean because no braze ons? Or the fork is not strong enough for front loading? Even rando bag? Just curious. Thanks for the info. -- You received this message because you are

[RBW] Re: Rosco Bubbe step through now configured for winter

2017-10-08 Thread lum gim fong
I wanna know who was the first person to winter in Minn. and then looked around and thought to himself, "Yeah. This'll be a great place to settle.". -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop

[RBW] I think I have the 98th Atlantis. Does anyone remember what was cool?

2017-10-07 Thread lum gim fong
Id like to see what the first run looked like if you care to post pics. I don't think i have seen one before except in RReaders. What year did you buy it? Interested to know how old an original is. I think they didn't have the "2" decal on the ST. Is that right? -- You received this message

[RBW] Any MUSA 650b tire makers?

2017-10-07 Thread lum gim fong
Know of any? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to

[RBW] Re: Diff between slick GravelKing and Compass Babyshoe Pass? Looks the same. Described the same.

2017-10-07 Thread lum gim fong
Is that with I's Bikes? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to

[RBW] Re: Anyone using Catalyst Pedals on their Rivendell?

2017-10-07 Thread lum gim fong
Any increase in average speeds with Catalysts? Need to change seat height? -- 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] Diff between slick GravelKing and Compass Babyshoe Pass? Looks the same. Described the same.

2017-10-07 Thread lum gim fong
Like iphones Same price everywhere seems like. I remember the huge price diff in Nifty Swiftys between RBW and Niagara. I asked RBW about this. RBW said they didnt like the idea that Niagara could sell so cheap as they didnt bear the R/E/design costs. But RBW said they couldn't do same because

[RBW] Re: Anyone using Catalyst Pedals on their Rivendell?

2017-10-07 Thread lum gim fong
would grip kings do the same thing as catalyst? -- 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: Jobst ever say why he didn't wear helmet?

2017-10-05 Thread lum gim fong
Right, I am just looking for links, as stated in the OP. But moderator can remove the thread now if he likes, since I got an answer already. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop

[RBW] Jobst ever say why he didn't wear helmet?

2017-10-05 Thread lum gim fong
*Please let's not discuss helmet use.* *I'm Just looking for Jobst quotes.* Just wanted to know if he ever discussed this publicly. I cannot find any comments by him about it online. Anyone here read anything he said on this? Thanks for any links. Let's leave this at just links. Thanks. --

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