[RBW] RE: Nigel Smythe Tweed Saddlebag

2013-11-06 Thread Minh
I really like this bag. Except for losing the qr studs. Does anyone have a source for replacements? -- 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: Matching bartape for Bleriot?

2013-10-31 Thread Minh
. a green could work too if it has enough blue in it. On Wednesday, October 30, 2013 6:39:22 PM UTC-4, Michael wrote: Minh, do you think the Viva you have would match? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from

[RBW] Re: Matching bartape for Bleriot?

2013-10-30 Thread Minh
I have some Viva, and not sure that would match either, it is brighter then the Newbaums so it would be closer. Keep in mind too that the Viva had quite a bit of color variation year to year, i have packages from different years of the same color and they are not the same when you place them

Re: [RBW] Winter Projects, 2013/14 version

2013-10-29 Thread Minh
Tom, Is that the Bomba that was on ebay last week? i was thinking about it but the TT looked kinda long, are you planning Bosco bars? Its a nice looking frame, good on you, though i'd like to know about the Tardis technology you've developed for your garage to store all of these bikes

Re: [RBW] Re: WTB 68cm (Rivendell only)

2013-10-25 Thread Minh
congrats, i have a green 60 cm QB, i'm getting to the point that i think this would be the last of my bikes if i were ever forced to sell them off, it's just so versatile. On Friday, October 25, 2013 1:10:31 AM UTC-4, Abcyclehank wrote: Mission accomplished pending payment and shipping

Re: [RBW] bridgestone posters for sale at Riv!

2013-10-25 Thread Minh
Has anyone that picked up a poster this round found a suitable off the shelf frame? I'd settle for a less then perfect fit, i want to keep the costs reasonable so no custom framing. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To

Re: [RBW] Re: bridgestone posters for sale at Riv!

2013-10-22 Thread Minh
I got one but i put my order in first this morning (east coast US time), there were only ~60 available. -- 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: Platrack Real World Feedback

2013-10-21 Thread Minh
Thanks all for the feedback, follow-up question. I was planning on putting the med wald basket back on the platrack, but looking at Jays pictures, i'd lose the ability to really pile stuff on there, anyone come up with a happy medium between the flexibility that Jay shows in his pics versus

[RBW] Platrack Real World Feedback

2013-10-20 Thread Minh
OkDokee, So i've been using a basket on my Nitto Mini Front for about a year, overall happy with it, but with heavier loads it was a little wobbly (it was secured with many zip-ties) it was never dangerous but i just wanted something a little more secure to zip-tie to so picked up a platrack

[RBW] Re: Appaloosa 58.7 Web Special but...

2013-10-18 Thread Minh
Hmmm maybe i missed it, but is there any guidance on how tall you need to be to ride this size bike? -- 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: attaching wires from the dyno to the bike frame.

2013-10-16 Thread Minh
Hmm maybe i'm asking for trouble but i used duct tape (actual silver tape used to tape ducts together, rated for heat and water-proofness), and so far it's been ok, using it inside my fenders as well. will see how it held up in a few weeks when i do the yearly checkup. On Wednesday, October

[RBW] Re: Wooden Fenders for Atlantis - photos / suggestions

2013-10-14 Thread Minh
No personal experience with woody fenders in use, but i've seen Tom A's in person, and they are beautiful. He's done a stellar job of describing it, and there is an almost consensus of the strengths/weaknesses compared to plastic or metal. the one thing that holds me back on them (and

Re: [RBW] Re: 14 Sep - DC Area Atlantis Ride

2013-09-14 Thread Minh
Drats. I must've missed you guys, I got a late start so I rode CCW but we must have been chasing each other. Maybe next time! -- 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: Fender/Tire Clearance w/ the Pass and Stow front Rack?

2013-08-24 Thread Minh
John, Pictures of how you're trying to mount the big front? I have one, and can't see how you're short on clearance, i have tons! On Saturday, August 24, 2013 4:16:50 PM UTC-4, jphil...@me.com wrote: Hi, Could anyone tell me what the maximum front tire/ fender clearance is for the Pass

Re: [RBW] Re: Practical differences - SON vs Shimano Dyno hub?

2013-08-18 Thread Minh
Tony, I have two of them (like everyone says Dynamo wheels multiply!), a older SON28 and a SonDeluxe, i've not used the Shimano ones, but i'm inline with your thinking, the Shimano offer great value, for most use-cases will do what it needs to (i.e. provide power to the lights). The SON are

[RBW] Re: Greetings! - 64cm Atlantis?

2013-08-18 Thread Minh
Tony! I rode pretty much this exact route yesterday, must've been chasing each other! Build looks great, don't fret the component build, over time it drifts towards perfection (whatever that is!) On Sunday, August 18, 2013 12:51:38 AM UTC-4, Tony DeFilippo wrote: Thanks Andy and Erl! Erl

[RBW] Paul Mini-Moto + SimpleOne + Resist 700x45

2013-08-12 Thread Minh
Wow looks great. Were the moto-lites required for clearance? How's the clearance at the chainstay? Do you have full range to slide the rear wheel in and out for gear changes? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe

Re: [RBW] Re: Tires/Wheels for new Sam Hillborne

2013-08-09 Thread Minh
double-check with riv but many schwalbes come in undersize relative to the label, my 35's actually measure 33, i think the 40/42 supremes come in around 37. if you have the space (and on my hillborne with 48m steel fenders i can handle a 37) then i suggest as much tire as possible. On

[RBW] Re: FS 60cm Quickbeam

2013-08-09 Thread Minh
Wow great deal for someone in SF! On Wednesday, August 7, 2013 10:52:43 PM UTC-4, Colin Warner wrote: FS: 60cm Quickbeam - complete bike. 2nd Edition Orange. $1000. Before I put this on Ebay, I thought I would give the group a chance. This bike was used for rides around Walnut Creek with

[RBW] Re: Greetings! - 64cm Atlantis?

2013-08-09 Thread Minh
Hi Tony, Welcome to the family, i'm also in the DC area (Falls Church here), so contact me off-line if you need any help building it up or raiding my parts bin! BTW which co-op do you go to? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch

[RBW] Re: 56 cm Sam Hillborne or wait for the 58 cm?

2013-08-03 Thread Minh
Fwiw, I ride a 56, am 6ft tall and find the top tube a little stretched out with drops. Depends on your riding style and bar preferences. -- 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] Re: So.Cal Vs Nor.Cal Rumble ?

2013-07-06 Thread Minh
pam hopefully someone can suggest a riv-ish option, but for non-rivish there are a ton of shops which will rent you a hybrid bike in the city, it runs about $20-30 a day. a lesser known secret is that if you stay at a kimpton hotel, they have bikes you can checkout for free. i've stayed at

[RBW] Re: PRICE REDUCED-FS Custom Black Atlantis 58cm

2013-07-05 Thread Minh
I may have said this before, but i bought my QB from Steve a few years ago and saw this bike in person, it's in great shape and as others point out the build kit is really nice, in particular the PW cassette wheels. Obviously the SS + black paint make this unique so it has to find the right

Re: [RBW] Re: Newbaum's cloth bar tape

2013-07-03 Thread Minh
, 2013 3:41:13 PM UTC-4, Steve Palincsar wrote: On Tue, 2013-07-02 at 11:40 -0700, Minh wrote: i believe one's like-dislike of cotton bar tape has to do with one's most recent experience wrestling with each brand! i've tried all the major ones, viva, newbaums, tressotar, velo-orange

[RBW] Re: Albas as mood lifter for Maryland people?

2013-07-03 Thread Minh
well the albas do put you in a slightly more upright position, so looking people in the eye is a little easier. and they just look less 'aggressive' On Sunday, June 30, 2013 9:04:37 PM UTC-4, Michael wrote: Since I have started riding with Albas, I have noticed that people are smiling and

Re: [RBW] Re: Albas and Saddle Width

2013-07-03 Thread Minh
i use a berthoud and previously a b17 on my quickbeam on another bike i use a b17-flyer both are fine. the alba's do provide a more upright position, but if you're putting them on a previously drop-bar bike, it would not be that drastic a change. On Wednesday, July 3, 2013 1:45:03 PM UTC-4,

Re: [RBW] Re: bottom bracket creek, recommendation

2013-07-02 Thread Minh
shawn i have the perfect confluence of fixes for you, loosen her bb cup on her drive side and let her ride for about 100 miles, she'll stop complaining about the saddle creak! minh who also has a spring flyer he's never been able to quiet! On Tuesday, July 2, 2013 2:20:40 PM UTC-4, Pudge wrote

Re: [RBW] Re: Newbaum's cloth bar tape

2013-07-02 Thread Minh
i believe one's like-dislike of cotton bar tape has to do with one's most recent experience wrestling with each brand! i've tried all the major ones, viva, newbaums, tressotar, velo-orange, and that's the order i would rate them personally. the viva is expensive, but it actually has a

[RBW] Re: Albatross or Noodles - Help Me Decide

2013-06-20 Thread Minh
I ride both, on bikes with very similiar dimensions (both riv's), they are very different and both good. the albas look less serious, but you can go pretty fast with them, the upright position is comfortable, the curves allow you to stretch out a bit and they are so wide (way wider then even

Re: [RBW] Re: DIY 40-26 questions

2013-06-19 Thread Minh
yeah, the Sugino double with the chain-guard is really just a sugino triple. so swapping out the big ring for a guard and the inner for a 26 would work. Can i ask what you have on your triple now? i have a bashguard-40-34 setup, and find the 34 is plenty low for me with my freewheel (ird

[RBW] Re: Shorty bolt for kickstand plate

2013-06-18 Thread Minh
Peter, If you have an ace hardware nearby, that's where i picked mine up. but rbw still have it too. http://www.rivbike.com/product-p/k5.htm On Tuesday, June 18, 2013 1:56:53 PM UTC-4, Peter M wrote: Does Rivendell still sell the short bolt for mounting kickstands on kickstand plates? I

[RBW] Re: Did you?

2013-06-12 Thread Minh
i did, but you have to look at the bike you have, alba's (and boscos) can compensate for a too long headtube as well, so take that into consideration, if your current setup is perfect then yes a longer stem should be used to get the position about the same. i lowered my stem slightly as well,

[RBW] Re: Quickbeam coming together

2013-06-09 Thread Minh
My quick beam came with mustache bars, which were awesome, I switched to Albas and had my doubts at first but I've since sold themoustache bars. It's amazing how,versatile the quickbeam is! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To

[RBW] Re: Oiling a Select saddle

2013-06-03 Thread Minh
maybe to extend joes question, when should you use proofide, I have a 10 year old, 6 year old and 3 year old (berthoud) and have neglected to proofide any of them. I do get caught in the rain every now and then. Should I. E doing it on a regular basis? And joe having seen a select I was

Re: [RBW] Re: How do you deal with scratches on your frame?

2013-05-23 Thread Minh
it depends on the route you take, but i find riding at nite can be safer, less people, more open road, bike lights are really great now. and there is something peaceful with riding at the nite, the quiet, the moonlight. On Thursday, May 23, 2013 11:45:29 AM UTC-4, hsmitham wrote: Bryan,

[RBW] First Aid Kits

2013-05-21 Thread Minh
So i have to admit that i'm generally a no-plans, take it as you go rider. But this past weekend i was caught out on the trail and had a bad spill that left my face covered in blood, an open cut that would not stop bleeding and unprepared to deal with it. If it were not for the wad of

[RBW] Re: New long reach TRP Brakes

2013-05-17 Thread Minh
isn't TRP part of Tektro? What about these make them so much more expensive then the other long reach brakes that they make? On Friday, May 17, 2013 11:40:59 AM UTC-4, William wrote: Stainless hardware is welcome, for those who don't categorize rusting steel bolts as beausage On Friday,

Re: [RBW] Any advice for a Riv-friendly (roof) bicycle rack?

2013-05-14 Thread Minh
On the warranty question, if you search on etrailer.com there are a few questions answered around this, there is a gray area around the dealer proving that the installation of a hitch caused any issues, it's gray enough i'd be concerned but that's up to you and your dealer. I'd agree that a

[RBW] Re: More fender advice needed

2013-05-08 Thread Minh
Agreed. Have VO and Berthoud, VO are a great value. I love the Honjo's but have never gotten over the big price difference myself. On Wednesday, May 8, 2013 8:35:35 AM UTC-4, Ron Mc wrote: Honjo fenders use 4mm rods, VO fenders use 5mm rods, VO fenders are slightly thicker. The VO fenders

Re: [RBW] New-to-me Ram - Need tires!

2013-05-08 Thread Minh
Kieran, Let us know on the actual measurements, i did not see that these measure so much smaller then labeled. On Wednesday, May 8, 2013 3:05:28 PM UTC-4, Kieran J wrote: Yeah, will probably go without fenders for this one. I have other fendered bikes for poor weather riding. Going to try

Re: [RBW] Re: More fender advice needed

2013-05-08 Thread Minh
...@gmail.comjavascript: wrote: To add, VO fenders are pre-drilled as contrasted to the Honjos that gives me more convenience and headache free installation. Can't speak for Berthouds as I never had them. On Wed, May 8, 2013 at 2:45 PM, Minh mgian...@gmail.com javascript: wrote

[RBW] Re: Mounting a Dyno Light on a Nitto Mini Front Rack with a Basket?

2013-05-07 Thread Minh
Rick, It depends on how much clearance you have out front of the basket or underneath, search flickr for edelux, or dyno lights and you can see a few options. i think the under basket mount looks the cleanest (and you don't have a light hanging out front), but this mounting location would

Re: [RBW] Re: Mounting a Dyno Light on a Nitto Mini Front Rack with a Basket?

2013-05-07 Thread Minh
Rick, I have a supernova on my nitto mini front mounted on one of the side bolts using a long M6(?) bolt and a plastic spacer to push it out far enough to clear the rack. I mounted mine upside down (which some people say is a bad idea, but i don't ride that particular bike in the rain that

[RBW] Re: any metal fenders that will fit 700/42c tires

2013-05-06 Thread Minh
FWIW, On my SH, installing some 700 cc 48mm (VO, think they stopped making these) fenders i also had to trim like Steve, it's not that big a deal, some tin snips will create a 'tongue' that you can still bolt to the chain-stay bridge. I've seen Tom's Berthoud 60mm and Supremes, and

[RBW] Re: Riv Suggestion Box: San Marcos

2013-05-01 Thread Minh
What's the motiviation in this case? Is this a case of buying a Camaro but wanting a Firebird? I've seen some people complain that the model specific bikes don't have enough Rivendell badging either. The Roadeo doesn't have an RBW badge either! I think R`BW have been pretty consistent that

Re: [RBW] Need a recommendation for 2-bike storage system

2013-04-30 Thread Minh
I don't have a specific recommendation, but a general one is to consider which bike you want to hang up high. my SH (which is loaded with fenders, double racks) is not somethiing i could raise above my head very often. my QB, is a little more manageable. but maybe i'm more of a weakling then

Re: [RBW] On the Road Today

2013-04-21 Thread Minh
is that a lil loafer? it looks really big in that picture -- 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.

Re: [RBW] Saddle bags...do you leave 'em on or take 'em off when out in public?

2013-04-19 Thread Minh
Wow you guys are a lot less paranoid then me. After the recent thread about lights being stolen, i just can't leave my saddlebag on the bike. even when i go to starbucks and have a mostly unobstructed view i take it off. I use racks on both my saddles (a berthoud one, and the older Nitto

[RBW] Dynamo USB charger

2013-04-18 Thread Minh
As Jim points out you have to do your homework with these. Some devices have a specific voltage profile and will refuse to charge if it's not met when you plug it in. For any of them try to confirm the limitations, some of these get around it by having a small battery as part of the system

[RBW] Clem Smith Junior speculation

2013-04-18 Thread Minh
Hmmm new redwood? -- 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: Wheelset for Ram

2013-04-17 Thread Minh
Ah. I love joe, had him build me a set of wheels 10 years ago, and they are still true enough that I still have not had to adjust them. Great guy to deal with, was happy to see he was still building wheels. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW

[RBW] Re: Geared bike, most like Simple One?

2013-04-15 Thread Minh
AS others point out, if it really just a comfort/fit issue, then get the atlantis setup with similiar riding position. The ineffable qualities will not be the same because the SO is setup for single-speed which for the most part (except for the few nutsos out there) is not setup for touring.

[RBW] Re: Rear rack advice/suggestions

2013-04-15 Thread Minh
Jay, Valid question, i've used Axciom Racks and found them perfectly useable, same with Blackburn and Topeak, if that's your budget nothing wrong with it. I have mostly Nitto now, why? because i like the well thought out mounting system with Rivendell frames, i like the construction, and

Re: [RBW] Ram: loaded; Parigi-Roubaix tires; dt shifters: trade?

2013-04-15 Thread Minh
Hmm what's the over/under on Patrick keeping these tires? Patrick's infamous reputation for getting flats and the the PRs less then stellar reputation for being flat resistant. seems like a bad combo, but let's see -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google

[RBW] Re: FS: Bags, Misc Parts (brake levers, dynamo lights)

2013-04-14 Thread Minh
Lights (both), Dia-Compe Levers, Cable Stop, Carradice Bag are sold. On Saturday, April 13, 2013 9:31:32 PM UTC-4, Minh wrote: * FS: Bags, Misc Parts Prices include shipping and paypal fees (as long as you live in the US). Please email me directly with any questions, if you’re reading

[RBW] FS: Bags, Misc Parts (brake levers, dynamo lights)

2013-04-13 Thread Minh
* FS: Bags, Misc Parts Prices include shipping and paypal fees (as long as you live in the US). Please email me directly with any questions, if you’re reading via a smart-phone, you may need to switch to the desktop version (link at the bottom of your browser), to reply directly. Parts BM

[RBW] Re: Help choosing a bike

2013-04-08 Thread Minh
Not sure i can size based on that info, i think as a MTB it would be fine, but keep in mind that CO/Gap is just a bike-path. There's very little climbing (almost none) and the roughest section is on the CO where it's just rutted out from rain. Therefore a more upright riding position is more

Re: [RBW] Dynamo Lights and Theft

2013-04-08 Thread Minh
Gosh, that stinks, this is a fear of mine as i have an edelux and a supernova and like you i ride my bike to normal places like the doctor, store etc. It truly sucks, and there are a few things you can do to ward this off (use security bolts instead of normal allen ones, stick wax or glue in

Re: [RBW] Re: Question 27 wheel conversion to 700c wheels and maybe to 650b

2013-03-26 Thread Minh
i will echo what steve says, measure! i made the same assumption a few years ago (still have the bike), and did the conversion because the existing wheels were chromed steel (in poor condition), the back was no issue even with short reach side-pulls. but the front fork had tons of tire

[RBW] Re: New Rivendell Sam Hillborne

2013-03-25 Thread Minh
wow, i commend you for resisting the urge to mount racks and fenders. is this meant to be a fair-weather slimmed down bike? i can't seem to leave well enough alone and all my bikes have racks and bags all over them On Monday, March 25, 2013 6:50:57 PM UTC-4, Michael wrote: Thanks

[RBW] Saluki Brake / Rack Mating Question

2013-03-17 Thread Minh
Agree with Jim. Spacer. Even with a nit to you might still need a spacer. If you're happy with the rack come up with a spacer solution. Cork or nylon or some combo -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this

[RBW] Re: Does anyone have any experience with the Public bikes basket on a Nitto M-12 front rack?

2013-03-06 Thread Minh
i just borrowed a public bike this past weekend (from the hotel), just looking at the rack on that, the platform looks a lot bigger/wider then an M12, size is more similiar to a pletscher, so i'm not sure how this would clip on to an M12, Bobby has the best suggestion, just learn to love having

Re: [RBW] Front Rack ideas

2013-03-04 Thread Minh
great memory william! and here it is, http://www.rivbike.com/product-p/r6.htm On Monday, March 4, 2013 12:14:47 AM UTC-5, William wrote: That Atlantis is sporting the old Nitto Highrider front rack. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners

[RBW] Re: Work Shop Advice II

2013-03-04 Thread Minh
Hmm, interesting quesiton, i've never considered this, but now that you bring it up, not sure about the right answer. my first inclination would be to have it high enough for standing height working of the bike, but high torque situations would need it a little lower. you mentioned a stud,

Re: [RBW] Front Rack ideas

2013-03-03 Thread Minh
i don't think that's right, if you look at that atlantis pic here, http://www.rivbike.com/product-p/f-atlantis.htm (first one), notice the front rack has a bar in the middle, and also notice the rod that goes from the midfork brazon to the rack, the rack has a corresponding tab to bolt the

[RBW] Re: Front fender mount on Blue Sams - how to?

2013-02-28 Thread Minh
none of the rivendells have anything built in on the forks to accommodate front fender mounting, you'll have to use a l-bracket or a fork daruma. for metal fenders most of us use fork darumas, that's how i have it on my orange sam. On Thursday, February 28, 2013 1:34:11 PM UTC-5, Michael

[RBW] Re: Front Rack ideas

2013-02-25 Thread Minh
Peter P. He mentions in the original post 20-30lbs (not sure how a case of beer equates 20-30lbs but he did mention it). I think this is a great thread to illustrate all the options for a front rack, but i question the motivation of cheap and strong and good looking. I read a mixed set of

[RBW] Re: RCW S24O Saturday-Sunday February 23-24

2013-02-25 Thread Minh
Looks like fun! i stopped by the shop friday afternoon to pick up some bar tape (first time in 10+ years i've stopped by the shop) and while i was able to find the shop, it felt quite different--mainly all the staff and all the bikes. Really surprised by all the demo bikes in the shop, if i

[RBW] Re: FS Feeler 63cm Roadeo RCP

2013-02-25 Thread Minh
No kidding, here i am rushing to the geometry charts to double-check the sizing, Rob, just for reference sake how tall are you? pretty sure this is too big for me but can still dream! On Monday, February 25, 2013 1:48:16 PM UTC-5, Peter Pesce wrote: Oh boy. My size and the right price.

[RBW] Re: Big Apples for GAP and CO tour

2013-02-17 Thread Minh
Are you worried that they will be too big or too small? On the gap end you might feel they are overkill but on the co end you'll be glad to have them. Besides the conditions, the co end drains poorly so it will be muddier if there is a lot of rain this spring. Any speed lost on the gap end

[RBW] Re: Luxos B dynamo light user review

2013-02-14 Thread Minh
Those Luxos pictures are almost unbelievable to me, it's just so incredibly wide and bright that it's hard to believe the headlight is that good. it's really impressive what they've done with it, will be interesting if they expand the technology down the line (price) or across the line to

[RBW] FRANKEN-RACK!!

2013-02-14 Thread Minh
hey, i think i see a bike attached to all racks in front :) so the platrack is attached to the hub area rack? -- 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

[RBW] Re: Nitto Big Front Rack fitting issue

2013-02-13 Thread Minh
Scot, It is possible, http://flic.kr/p/dUxFk4 (sorry for the bad picture). I've never understood what the parameters are to make it fit, my NBFR is an older one. When i tried with the p-clamps i actually didn't like how it fit. this is not a perfect situation though, having it canted far

Re: [RBW] Re: Glorius Love

2013-02-12 Thread Minh
everytime i see these hot-pink mixtes i just love them. they look so good built up, and this is a great 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

[RBW] Re: Bike stereo

2013-02-12 Thread Minh
I saw peter whites's post showing how bright the luxos b is and it's really impressive. PeterM they make a version without the USB charging and it's equally bright. but something i've been waiting to see feedback on, the luxos b has a small battery that actually charges the USB device and it

[RBW] Re: More Riv Posters?!?!?

2013-02-11 Thread Minh
Meh, i'm not a fan, mainly because i don't think you can tell what they are posters for if you're not a member of the RBW list. And while i agree that anyone can post anything they want on the internet, if you're paid for something even if it's to abandon a project (and asked by the customer

[RBW] Re: Aero cable routing for bar end shifters

2013-02-11 Thread Minh
I appreciate all the input, i might be imagining things as my other bike (which is down-tube friction) is similiar feeling on the down-shift (a little easier though). i'm testing on the workstand so it might be less noticeable once i take it out on the street. The only possible thing that

[RBW] Re: Aero cable routing for bar end shifters

2013-02-11 Thread Minh
I had to look this up from Sheldon, but prior to indexed shifting there was only spiral housing, and i'm only running friction. But sis housing is a little more pliable so I could see some benefit. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch

[RBW] Aero cable routing for bar end shifters

2013-02-10 Thread Minh
This is a question to the folks that have routed the cable housing for their bar end shifters 'aero' style where it runs up the length of the bars and exits the tape at the stem. I did this recently and it feels like there is a lot more friction, i was expecting some, but it's a lot more

Re: [RBW] Fender Install Help (Fender Wedge)

2013-02-09 Thread Minh
/in/photostream/ On Friday, February 8, 2013 11:08:50 AM UTC-5, Minh wrote: Shoji's diagram (thanks i remember seeing this before), is how i have it now with with the rubber washer, i'm able to get the fender up tight against the bottom of the fork crown, but i can't swap in the wedge

[RBW] FS: Moustache Bar Cockpit, $85 + Shipping

2013-02-09 Thread Minh
Hi all, this m'bar cockpit was on my quickbeam (which i picked up second hand) about 2 years ago, i took it off about a year ago and swapped with alba bars thinking i'd swap back but i can't see that happening anytime soon and don't have enough bikes to put these on at the moment. Pictures

Re: [RBW] Fender Install Help (Fender Wedge)

2013-02-08 Thread Minh
Rene, Thanks for responding, i feel really dumb because when i hold it in my hand or read your instructions it sounds really easy but when i go to do it i cannot figure it out. Maybe i have a spatial comprehension issue, but let me try to explain my confusion. The way i have it setup now

[RBW] WTB bar end shifters

2013-02-08 Thread Minh
Jared, If you want to roll-your-own i have a pair of shifter pods that i just liberated from a bike that i would sell you. You;d need to find some shifters to pair up. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from

Re: [RBW] Fender Install Help (Fender Wedge)

2013-02-08 Thread Minh
Shoji's diagram (thanks i remember seeing this before), is how i have it now with with the rubber washer, i'm able to get the fender up tight against the bottom of the fork crown, but i can't swap in the wedge for the flat metal washer with the daruma in there now, when i switch out with a

[RBW] Fender Install Help (Fender Wedge)

2013-02-07 Thread Minh
Ok, so in the middle of winter tweaking, has anyone installed a fender wedge, http://www.renehersestore.com/servlet/the-520/Fender-Wedge-for-underside/Detail on a Hillborne? I can't figure out how to position it to get it to fit, i'd like to replace the rubber washer and get the fender a

[RBW] Re: What's the trick with Albatross bars?

2013-02-06 Thread Minh
just to add to the chorus, i use an 80mm stem with drops or moustache, use a 110 with albas. the 'leverage' feeling will be different because albas are even wider then moustache bars, so you're arms are farther out, but you can climb with albas -- You received this message because you are

Re: [RBW] Keven's Appaloosa Mystery - how does he attach f.der. cable?

2013-02-05 Thread Minh
wow the combination of the alba (?) and high rise stem is very dramatic -- 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] FS: Various Bike Bags (Baggins, Carradice, Berthoud)

2013-01-30 Thread Minh
I'd like to send some of these out this week so price adjustment Berthoud combo $225 (this combo is normally $400) Boxy Bag $60 Handlebar Bag $80 Carradice Bag $40 -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this

[RBW] Grimy Bar Tape

2013-01-30 Thread Minh
I'm in the middle of winter bike work, and one of the things i need to do is re-tape my drop-bar bikes. One thing that's always bothered me (though just slightly) is how dirty cotton bar tape gets over time--especially the lighter colors. I've always accepted this as just a trade-off of using

[RBW] Re: Quickbeam Cockpit Change

2013-01-27 Thread Minh
Bob, My QB came with moustache bars and i loved them, felt very responsive in traffic and could climb like crazy, figured i would go back to them after putting on some alba bars, but dang if those alba didn't win me over, can get similiar jack-rabbit acceleration with the albas and can lean

[RBW] FS: Various Bike Bags (Baggins, Carradice, Berthoud)

2013-01-25 Thread Minh
First big bag purge of the year. I recently cleaned out some closets and i’m embarrassed at the number of excessive bags that i’ve accumulated (both bike and other types), so this is my first attempt at moving some of them along. Prices include shipping and paypal fees (as long as you live

[RBW] FYI: Velo Orange Warehouse Sale 01/26/13

2013-01-19 Thread Minh
http://velo-orange.blogspot.com/2013/01/warehouse-sale-and-test-bikes-for-sale.html For those in the area, Velo Orange is having one of their warehouse sales, i've been to one before and you can expect an assortment of returns as well as items that the company demos (last one i went to there

[RBW] FS Green Quickbeam 60cm

2012-12-20 Thread Minh
Wow great price. Just for others I'm 6 ft tall and 32 inseam, and fit a 60cm qb fine. Both with mustache and alba bars. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit

Re: [RBW] Re: Stem sizing question

2012-11-25 Thread Minh
I also use noodles with an 80mm stem. Brass right at seat height and would describe the fit the same way, just about right. On my quick beam with Albas I use a 110 stem and they are just about perfect. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners

[RBW] the precarious balance of rim development

2012-11-02 Thread Minh
Great timing too bad no responses. Why not something like the mavic open sport? Not wide enough? I'm also in the market, I love the looks of the VO rims but wish there was a little more user feedback on them. I'm also looking for how hard to build as I'm thinking about building my first

[RBW] Re: Nitto Front Rack Fitting Help

2012-08-29 Thread Minh
Ginz. I have one of these, this is the older version with less flexibility. You could try and sell it for the newer version with more adjustability, or you could spend some time at the hardware store to make it work. What you need is a small metal bracket/strip with two holes to space it

RE: [RBW] Re: Mystery Bike Update and Question

2012-08-22 Thread Minh
My vote is for the metal fenders. If you go cream fenders u think brown tires would be too much. So why not go for cell fenders plus marathon supremes. And if you change your mind about the marathons sell them to me! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google

[RBW] Bunch of San Marcos frames on eBay

2012-08-20 Thread Minh
Hmm I thought the larger sizes were only double TT? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/RBRWDevJ9YwJ. To post to this group, send email

[RBW] Re: Mystery Bike!

2012-08-08 Thread Minh
Man, maybe I'm trying not to like it but so far this bike just has not clicked for me. Is it a bike looking for a use case or does it fill an existing need? Guess that's still tbd. Looks pretty though, waiting on the colors out there though, not a fan of the green in this case. -- You

Re: [RBW] Re: WTB: Paul Touring Canti pair or Neo-retro /Touring Canti combo (Silver)

2012-08-01 Thread Minh
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