Wondering whether that was all Bridgestone, or whether Honda had any hand
in manufacturing for them???
On Thursday, December 19, 2013 12:17:24 PM UTC-5, Chris in Redding, Ca.
wrote:
Hey All,
I was perusing the local CL yesterday and came upon this
Disclaimer: I admit I'm a slightly over-zealous, biased proponent of
hydraulic disc brakes, so please take this as nothing more than absolute
truth :). I'm sure SRAM will solve whatever problem is plaguing these
particular disc brakes, but I have to say in the last 10 years of riding in
Hoping you have more better days than bad (something we all have to varying
degrees). It makes us appreciative of the days when we CAN ride our
bikes... sustaining us through the not-so-good days when we can at least
replay in our minds the great rides we've had.
Wishing you improving health,
Great story... I remember when I was 9 years old (Sept 1967), and wanting a
bicycle. Having 10 kids, my Dad (also a Depression-era kid and vet)
couldn't afford to buy us all bikes (let alone new ones), so we typically
had to save up our own money to buy our own used bikes. We went to the
Shimano disc brakes use a special mineral oil (which comes in a small, easy to
carry sealed plastic bottle). Other brakes use DOT brake fluid... Easy to
find, even in the wilds. BB
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Naahhh... Steve P and I are good friends... he just loves to bust my
chops... no worries.
I'm feelin the love.
Peace,
BB
On Wednesday, December 18, 2013 3:34:43 PM UTC-5, Addison wrote:
Is it just me or is this thread getting ridiculously cranky? Ah, yes,
it's December...the usual winter
, Montclair BobbyB wrote:
My Boreal Shirt arrived today. WOW... What a quality, heavy duty
garment... I'm totally blown away. Worth every penny... Walked to the pub;
temps in the teens... Wore it under a waxed cotton field jacket...extremely
warm and toasty. Literally a warm blanket, made
I think you're right.. Schwinn (Paramount) was the only company (at least
that I can recall) manufacturing lugged racing/touring frames in the US in
the 60s. There were other US brands in the mass-market (like Rollfast,
Columbia, Huffy, etc), but I don't recall any of them focusing on racing
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Peace,
Bobby *(Nanook of New Jersey)* Birmingham
On Friday, November 22, 2013 12:04:57 PM UTC-5, Montclair BobbyB wrote:
Ventile (and similar) cotton is essentially hand-made fabric, involving
painstaking detail from selecting
Wow, Frank, you're raised your kids well... Congratulations to you (and to
them). BB
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... although seriously... Ritchey has mad skills with a brazing torch...
That's one beautiful bike just saying
On Thursday, December 12, 2013 10:49:26 PM UTC-5, Brian Campbell wrote:
I prefer this listing for goofy ebay pricing examples.
*...the guy who designed the bongs, farts, and chainsaws
sticker might not be up to speed on his Baudelaire...*
How can you be so sure? After all, was not one of Baudelaire's most famous
works* Les pets du mal* ???
On Friday, December 13, 2013 10:45:44 AM UTC-5, Pudge wrote:
;-)
Wow, you must have one of the *early* versions... Mine has bungee and
cord-locks, which although are practical and useful, I would prefer
non-stretch paracord with perhaps a decorative slide/lock.
But hey, if I'm gonna become a serious survivalist/mountain man I guess I
best learn my knots...
Congratulations, Liesl on your marriage... I hope you enjoy a lifetime of
happiness together.
BB
On Tuesday, December 10, 2013 8:01:15 PM UTC-5, Jim M. wrote:
Heartfelt congratulations on your marriage! The jacket will look great
with your new bike. I hope we get a chance to see it here
. But as far as a good waxed cotton shell goes, the best
I saw was the Filson all-season rain shell.
http://www.filson.com/products/all-season-raincoat-extra-long.10029.html
On Wednesday, November 27, 2013 11:06:05 PM UTC-6, Montclair BobbyB wrote:
Patrick:
My requirements may
...guy has broken his back doing these stunts...
So has Danny Mac... I guess that seems to be a trend in this biz. BTW if
you haven't already, you should watch some of Danny Mac's YouTube vids,
where he's pulling stunts on his normal bike... this stuff is not of this
earth...
On Tuesday,
is in some danger...
Eric Daume
Dublin, OH
On Mon, Dec 9, 2013 at 3:09 PM, Montclair BobbyB
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wrote:
I love what Surly is doing with the 29er+ bikes (Krampus / ECR), except
I'm not a big fan of the slightly slack headtube angle (69.5 degree)...
maybe Surly
Shame the bike cave is bursting at the seams... That Stumpy is awfully
nice... Can't must not open link tophotos
On Monday, December 9, 2013 4:32:09 PM UTC-5, Peter M wrote:
Update, grips and headset are spoken for as well. Thanks all
On Mon, Dec 9, 2013 at 4:00 PM,
One can only imagine what Ernesto Colnago would think watching that
video...
On Tuesday, December 10, 2013 5:23:58 PM UTC-5, Tom Virgil wrote:
Road Bike Partyhttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HhabgvIIXikfeature=youtu.be
There will be no more excuses or limits.
Tom
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Like em or not, Surly is puttin it out there... I appreciate their courage
to be different.
On Tuesday, December 10, 2013 8:29:56 PM UTC-5, ascpgh wrote:
For me, bike racing was not the thing in which to compete. I did my due
diligence in my competitive discipline, I know the sacrifices, I
What on earth makes you think that's carbon??? Anyone can clearly tell
that's chrome-monocoquedium... *right???*
On Monday, December 9, 2013 2:21:47 PM UTC-5, dougP wrote:
Caveat emptor when signing up for one of Grant's mystery bike projects.
dougP
On Monday, December 9, 2013 10:07:51
I love what Surly is doing with the 29er+ bikes (Krampus / ECR), except I'm
not a big fan of the slightly slack headtube angle (69.5 degree)... maybe
Surly is concerned about toe overlap (with those gargantuan tires)... still
I'd rather see a longer top tube than slack head angle... For
Nice! Hey, I just paid $20 for NOS gum brake hoods for a project, so I can
appreciate paying a little extra for rare stuff.
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Don't disagree with your perspective, Jim, but this is a little
different... This guy is misrepresenting what he's selling by implying it's
essentially the 'original' equivalent of the Rivendell Nitto bars. We all
know that's not even close. A fair price for these would be $25-$65 (or
even
GREAT PROGRAM!!! Thx for sharing this.
On Thursday, December 5, 2013 9:39:18 PM UTC-5, Edwin W wrote:
We have the Oasis Center bike workshop run by a nice guy named Dan.
https://www.oasiscenter.org/programs/youth-engagement-and-action/bike-workshop.html
Nashville Ridin'
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On 12/5/13, Montclair BobbyB montcla...@gmail.com javascript: wrote:
Hope this is not too OT; I'm sharing this mainly because it IS
bike-related, and I find it highly inspiring. I know this RBW group
draws
inspiration from
I'll concede the point, and will respectfully agree to disagree.
Peace,
BB
On Thursday, November 7, 2013 12:59:37 AM UTC-5, joe b. wrote:
Not sure I can justify drinking from my Riv bottles in this market...
Caveat emptor...
*Once again proving PT Barnum's Corollary... There are also plenty o'
scheisters out there...*
On Thursday, December 5, 2013 9:04:23 AM UTC-5, Tim McNamara wrote:
On Dec 5, 2013, at 3:51 AM, Jim Thill - Hiawatha Cyclery
thil...@gmail.com javascript: wrote:
I often
Ah, but who's to judge what a true mountain bike is? As the late William
Nealy pointed out in his book, The Mountain Biking Way of Knowledge (a
must-own for every 'true' mountain biker), the Vietnamese have been riding
bicycles on the Ho Chi Minh trail for decades... and I'm sure these were
Bill: Nice start; beautiful hubs! Nothing like bringing back the lustre
to rusted metal... Considering a 27 to 700 conversion on my Fuji TS IV, so
curious to see how well this works for you. Keep pics coming... good luck.
BB
On Thursday, December 5, 2013 9:54:08 AM UTC-5, Bill Lindsay
Patrick:
I'm confident *(by anyone's definition)* your Hunq qualifies as a mountain
bike and you sir definitely qualify as a mountain man...
Peace,
BB
On Thursday, December 5, 2013 11:56:06 AM UTC-5, Deacon Patrick wrote:
If where I ride mine, loaded or day riding, doesn't qualify it as a
After years of riding full-suspension (and suffering countless endos in
technical terrain), I finally settled back into riding only fully-rigid
29ers, which I have been blissfully riding for the past few years... I'll
never go back. For the slow techie stuff, I simply have better control..
Hope this is not too OT; I'm sharing this mainly because it IS
bike-related, and I find it highly inspiring. I know this RBW group draws
inspiration from individuals who are worth knowing. And Kerri Martin is one
such person worth knowing.
Second Life Bikes is a community bike organization
-rambler.blogspot.com)
Bicycle Advocate - Regional Transportation Commission, Bicycle Pedestrian
Advisory Committee (
http://www.rtcwashoe.com/public-transportation-22-124.html)
On Thu, Dec 5, 2013 at 12:01 PM, Montclair BobbyB
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wrote:
After years of riding full
do it. But on their bike I was able to ride 3 miles
returning almost as good as I left for the first time in 10+ years. They
hold a special place in my prayers.
http://www.projectrecycle.org/#panel1-1
With abandon,
Patrick
On Thursday, December 5, 2013 1:26:19 PM UTC-7, Montclair BobbyB
Glad to hear, Liesl. That campcoat is beautiful. I just got notice from
Jason Gustafson at Lester River that my Boreal Shirt is ready (wow, quicker
than expected!!). Shame they couldn't get fabric this season... bummer.
BB
On Thursday, December 5, 2013 6:15:54 PM UTC-5, Liesl wrote:
Hi
absolutely no shame whatsoever... TOOL-meter registering a 10 !!!
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Nitto-Bullmoose-Handlebar-MTB-Vintage-Rivendell-/321267648890?_trksid=p2056016.l4276
On Thursday, December 5, 2013 9:32:59 AM UTC-5, Montclair BobbyB wrote:
Caveat emptor...
*Once again proving PT
*Things that changed my thinking:*
+1 on clothing... No longer get dressed up just to ride. BTW spandex
make awful rags... gotta figure out how to repurpose that material...
Pine tar soap... GREAT STUFF. Vaguely recalled it from ancient times (high
school art class), but now I use it all the
12:13 AM, Montclair BobbyB wrote:
When?
... (perhaps in the Spring) ...
...(in the April timeframe) ...
I'm definitely interested.
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On Thu, Nov 28, 2013 at 5:08 AM, Steve Palincsar
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On 11/28/2013 12:13 AM, Montclair BobbyB wrote:
When?
... (perhaps in the Spring) ...
...(in the April timeframe) ...
I'm definitely interested.
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Tom, that's too funny!... A scrap build... It looks killer with the
wooden rims and cream tires... I think that Bomba found the right home
(even if it is getting a little tight at the orphanage)... Once again,
bravo at another great build!!!
*(and WHO SAID a double TT SS doesn't look totally
really
fly on the road in comfort. I sit up very high w. these big tires. This
bike is also equipped w. a Rohloff. Best bike I have ever owned. Mid fat
is getting popular.
On Tuesday, November 26, 2013 4:09:26 PM UTC-5, Montclair BobbyB wrote:
Ah, and if you could only name it Gimli... I
Happy Thanksgiving and a bit of humble thanks to all.
THIS GROUP (and the positive vibe shared by all) brings great joy to my
life every day (as I'm sure it does to many), so THANK YOU, EVERYONE for
being so intelligent, so creative and so cool.
Thank you, Jim Edgar for managing this
I love the Gap area, and in fact I rode it a few years ago in early
December (it was COLD, and I'm not tough enough for winter camping). While
I haven't yet ridden the McDade sections, there are some nice interior NJ
routes back to the Gap (via the Paulinskill Valley), including the route
Gee, I think I see a commercial here... *Steve, have a Snickers Bar...
When you get hungry you act like Kathleen Sebelius... *
Let the cavemen have their own Ketchup... Heinz is the only ketchup for my
fries...
BB
On Monday, November 25, 2013 4:58:38 PM UTC-5, Steve Palincsar wrote:
On
HAH!!!
On Monday, November 25, 2013 5:22:46 PM UTC-5, Pudge wrote:
Lizzie Borden?
*Lizzie Borden took a hatchet,*
*And drenched her mom with lots of ketchup.*
*And when she saw what she’d done doed,*
*She gave her dad a dollop, too.*
Yikes. Time to get back to work.
With Winter fast approaching, I've been looking to invest in some long-term
durable apparel (made from natural materials like wool or cotton) to make
my outdoor experiences in the cold more enjoyable. I have been formulating
a layering strategy that will hopefully carry me from late Fall
UTC-7, Montclair BobbyB wrote:
With Winter fast approaching, I've been looking to invest in some
long-term durable apparel (made from natural materials like wool or cotton)
to make my outdoor experiences in the cold more enjoyable. I have been
formulating a layering strategy
When?
*... (perhaps in the Spring) ...*
* ...(in the April timeframe) ...*
On Wednesday, November 27, 2013 10:07:08 PM UTC-5, Steve Palincsar wrote:
On 11/27/2013 08:05 PM, Montclair BobbyB wrote:
I love the Gap area, and in fact I rode it a few years ago in early
December
, Montclair BobbyB wrote:
I love the Gap area, and in fact I rode it a few years ago in early
December (it was COLD, and I'm not tough enough for winter camping). While
I haven't yet ridden the McDade sections, there are some nice interior NJ
routes back to the Gap (via the Paulinskill Valley
My brother's vintage Harley has a hinged rear fender for wheel removal...
now there's a DIY bicycle mod just waiting to happen
I'm loving this thread... giving me diabolical thoughts of planting more
ideas ... Like a fat-tired mountain-mixte... OK, who's in?
*Seriously, I hope to see
Ah, and if you could only name it Gimli... I was thinking something like
a Surly Pugsley (or more specifically, the 29er Krampus, with its 3 inch
tires), but thought that might be too audacious an idea. IF Grant would
ever consider such a beast, I hope he would also strongly consider giving
indeed be
ideal. If Grant would consider such an outlandish thing, we're already
1/10th of the way there, with three of us! Grin.
With abandon,
Patrick
On Tuesday, November 26, 2013 2:09:26 PM UTC-7, Montclair BobbyB wrote:
Ah, and if you could only name it Gimli... I was thinking
.
With abandon,
Patrick
On Tuesday, November 26, 2013 2:09:26 PM UTC-7, Montclair BobbyB
wrote:
Ah, and if you could only name it Gimli... I was thinking
something like a Surly Pugsley (or more specifically, the 29er Krampus,
with its 3 inch tires), but thought that might be too audacious an
idea
Most definitely ON TOPIC... Thx.
On Saturday, November 23, 2013 11:26:32 PM UTC-5, Tom Virgil wrote:
Redemptionhttp://www.google.com/url?q=http%3A%2F%2Fpvcycling.wordpress.com%2F2013%2F11%2F19%2Fredemption%2Fsa=Dsntz=1usg=AFQjCNE54S1517TQYzFgjHtHWAXzGM-rGA
With best regards
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Empire... NICE stuff.
On Wednesday, November 20, 2013 9:03:19 AM UTC-5, Matthew J wrote:
I was all set to get the new cycling / hiking anorak from Empire Canvas
this year. Turns out they were unable to secure a supply of fabric so will
not be making any.
On Tuesday, November 19, 2013
Ventile (and similar) cotton is essentially hand-made fabric, involving
painstaking detail from selecting the cotton and to setting up the weaving
process; hence the high cost. It IS indeed nice stuff (if you can afford
it). But because of the high cost, I have to think of Ventile as being
*What I took away from this experience is that while on the ride I barely
had time to take a picture, I kept looking at all the amazing dirt roads we
were passing and that's where I wanted to ride. *
*... no smiles just grimaces...*
SO TRUE!!! ... Maybe a little pre-ride gospel: *Take time to
Then you'll be back on eBay lookin fer vintage parts fer that frameset... Hah!
(I'm sure you already got plenny-o-stuff in inventory). Good luck, looks like
you got a few chasin this one... BB
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... and then you find a gem like this at a great price, once again
restoring your faith ... halleluiah!!!
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Nishiki-Olympic-12-Speed-Road-Bike-Vintage-1986-One-Owner-/321241381626?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0hash=item4acb7a7afa
Anyone live near San Diego??? Snatch this one up
These bottom-dwellers on eBay make my blood boil
Most infamous is BBC (Budget Bike Center)... boy if that ain't an
oxymoron...
But PB-Bikes is doing a pretty good job of becoming the new eBay-hole of
the month... I realize it's fair game for non-regulated merchandise; you
can legally price
I was actually being melodramatic...takes a lot more to ruin my day... But
I do buy and sell on eBay, and I firmly believe in the overall fairness of
the system... it really works.
And I have a low tolerance for greedy sellers and cheap tactics, and have
ZERO issue pointing out to sellers when
Somehow the idea of mixing bikes, bonfires, books, booze and hatchets
sounds strangely appealing... You guys on the left coast have all the fun...
On Tuesday, November 5, 2013 10:25:38 PM UTC-5, Manuel Acosta wrote:
Rivendell Bike Book Hatchet Party Nov 15.
Link proved it's happening:
Kinda like an almost-empty glass o' root beer after the ice melts... LOVE
THIS COLOR!!!
On Wednesday, October 30, 2013 2:22:59 PM UTC-4, iamkeith wrote:
Here's a twist: See the attached image for a slightly different take on a
burnt orange. I stole this image about a year and a half ago,
Now Bob... We went through this a few years back (referring to your May
2010 posts)... What say we just go back inside and have us a nice cup o
Joe and reconsider this whole thing...
*Seriously, I'm one to talk... I go back and forth with my own bikes,
threatening to sell, then changing my
Bill:
So sorry about the loss of your Dad... The Windsor restoration will be
special, no doubt. Can't wait to see it. Also, please do share the DIY
bag projects... we talking corroplast creations???
My winter projects include:
- Winterizing my screened-in man-cave (with DIY velcro-mounted
Now THAT'S what I'M talkin about... A 2TT SS Bomba!!
Can't wait to see that, Tom!!!
BB
On Monday, October 28, 2013 2:38:41 PM UTC-4, Pudge wrote:
Project for me:
Build (entirely from cannibalized or parts bin parts) a single speed
commuter out of my newly acquired 2TT Bombadil f/f.
NICE!!! Color-matched bullmoose bars? Biopace crank, roller-cam brakes,
vintage Deore components... the Montare was a fine ride.
On Tuesday, October 29, 2013 11:50:11 AM UTC-4, Bryan wrote:
Funds are tight, so I'm in ride-what-I-have-until-stuff-breaks mode. One
project I may be able to
Andy: That's awesome to hear... Keep those night rides going!!! I'd love
to be in Pittsburgh some Tuesday for one of these rides...maybe work that
in to my next drive to Cincinnati. And I can't think of a better guide
than you (with your historical knowledge).
When we did the GAP ride
It's the eBay-shark-feeding-frenzy phenom... when an item sells for more
than the BIN... Not that this wasn't worth the selling price... it's just
that someone hedged their bets that it would sell for less, yet ended up
paying more. Regardless there's someone now with a big smile on their face
It's only because Steve has been posting under the pseudonym, Carlos
Danger...
That's very thoughtful of you, Michael...* *
On Monday, October 14, 2013 8:03:28 AM UTC-4, Michael Hechmer wrote:
Steve used to be a frequent poster here but I don't recall seeing anything
in quite a while.
Ah, Bavaria in Oktober!!!... Only thing missing from the second photo is a
large mug of beer. Gorgeous photo.
On Monday, October 14, 2013 4:23:34 AM UTC-4, Tom Harrop wrote:
Just thought I'd add a quick ride report to this thread. I took the bike
down to the Black Forest a couple of
Good point, Andy. I have yet to read conclusive evidence to prove one hub
or light is clearly best. But I think it's safe to say any decent hub
generator / LED light combo is a wonderful thing, and will instantly (and
greatly) enhance the riding experience by extending the hours and places
Oh, that is nice...
On Friday, October 11, 2013 6:40:40 AM UTC-4, Charlie wrote:
This is my second attempt to post this - first attempt did not show up -
might have used an incorrect Google ID.
In any event, there is a beautiful red original mixte with good equipment
on the Bay. These
*Experimenting with Centerpulls, you say?*... Careful, some regard
centerpulls as a gateway brake... leading to heavier stuff, like drum and
eventually hydraulic brakes... Don't go there, friend... I'm living it,
and have been trying to get clean for years... it's a dark place.
Just say
Have you considered just the Wald basket (with the included stays and
mount)? It may seem less glamorous, but it's very functional (and
inexpensive)... plus you can spray paint it to match or complement your
bike's color, and even add some inexpensive wood slats to give it that
customized
Love the rims (Rigida Sputnik); I only wish they were avail in the US...
Wonder if Riv could stock these (hint hint)
Beautiful, simple build, Tom... very Rivish... Makes you just want to hop
on and ride
BB
On Sunday, September 29, 2013 6:32:21 AM UTC-4, Tom Harrop wrote:
Hi list,
Patrick: Great photos (BTW)... I have a question about your blue jacket...
You had mentioned in a previous post that this is made of ventile cotton...
After field-testing this in the wild, what is your opinion of the overall
performance and feel of ventile (versus other waterproof materials
Yes indeed... During my recent *(and first)* trip to Beijing I was deeply
disappointed to see cars clogging the roads *(and noticeably absent were
the Flying Pidgeons that for years supposedly outnumbered the cars)*. It's
actually quite telling of how the growing Chinese economy has changed
Actually,Norm I had a great ride to the Kingdom planned for late
September/early October with a good friend from Sonoma, but he couldn't
make it back East. We even planned a stop at the Hill Farmstead in
Greensboro Bend, where Shaun Hill is brewing up some world-class beers, *(and
we all know
I too sensed a disturbance in the iForce on Thursday night. Friday morning
I heard it was somehow related to the new iPhone and release of the new
Apple iOS... which if true is rather scary... kinda like everyone flushing
their toilets at the same time during Super Bowl halftime.
I fear
Impossible to upstage your Betty... unless of course it's called *Leah Foy
*, and DOES actually come in lipstick pink.. *(hey, that's at least more
likely than a mixte called MontclairBobbyB...just sayin...) *
On Wednesday, September 18, 2013 1:17:32 AM UTC-4, LeahFoy wrote:
Well, I'm not
Ah yes... Nothing motivates and makes you reach deep quite like approaching
thunder and lightning... My streak to the finish is usually accompanied by
a frantic Woob woob woob.. Lightning scares the dillies out of me...
On Monday, September 16, 2013 8:39:16 PM UTC-4, Deacon Patrick wrote:
Uh, Tom... Those aren't deer... THAT my friend is a genuine
pushmepullyou... I've never seen a photo of one in the wild...
Come to think of it, I don't think I've actually seen a photo of a wild
Proto-Appaloosa either... pic please???
On Tuesday, September 17, 2013 12:09:55 PM UTC-4, Pudge
+1 on the XTR, particularly the M951 (with built-in rollamajiggy, if you
can pick one up for a reasonable price on eBay)... Been using them for
years, LOVE EM!!!
BB
On Thursday, September 12, 2013 9:44:08 AM UTC-4, bobish wrote:
Matt, thus the ymmv disclaimer.
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Stunning bike... People must stop you and ask: Rivendell Sumehra? Never
heard of that model... Zurich is so beautiful, please snap some photos of
this bike along the lake. Good luck! BB
On Wednesday, September 11, 2013 8:22:12 AM UTC-4, Ron Mc wrote:
Rebuilds are the next-best thing to
Bombadil has been sold to a fellow RBWOBer... Thx to all who expressed
interest
BB
On Friday, August 16, 2013 12:11:58 AM UTC-4, Michael wrote:
That headbadge is absolutely dil-icious. I didn't read your comment
about it until after I admired it.
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Or maybe the Bomba is just a 'premium Hunqa' ??? I know I often harp on
how Grant characterizes the Bomba as a mountain bike, but maybe I've
overlooked the true significance of the Bomba and Hunqa in mountain biking
history. I love what Grant has created in the the Bomba and Hunqa; in my
First, congratulations; that's an ambitious mod. The basic concept is cool
(i.e. being able to switch between single-speed and internal-geared),
except cold-setting a 120mm spaced-frame to 135mm to me is pretty extreme.
A big part of the appeal of the S1/QB is that it IS a single speed and it
Manny:
You're a great story-teller... thanks for always sharing your adventures.
Good luck with the start of a new school year... Your students are lucky
to learn from someone with such passion for the outdoors.
Peace,
Bobby
On Tuesday, August 27, 2013 11:26:12 PM UTC-4, Manuel Acosta
I ran DaVinci cable splitters on my Bomba (to swap between Noodles and
Bullmoose bars)... An idea Seth Vidal shared with this forum :)
I was able to swap bars, brakes and shifters in literally 5 minutes...
pretty cool setup.
Here's how I had mine set up:
Shift cables:
I put splitters on the
I owned a SON on a previous bike (which I have since sold), and it was an
absolutely beautiful hub... It made me think If Phil Wood made a dynamo
hub, this would be it... But honestly I was hard-pressed to notice
whether it gave better performance than my Shimano or SRAM dyno-hubs.
Since then
What's not to love about the Bay Area, and it would naturally be a great
(and logical) place for a national gathering. But I've never visited the
Twin Cities, Marc Irwin makes a great point about Amtrak travel, and the
bike vibe there (despite harsh winters) is unflappable. I vote for MSP.
Putting this out to the group in advance. I plan to prepare my Bombadil
for sale shortly, which is a double top-tube 60cm in dark green and cream.
I need to sell a few bikes in my stable, and I'm forced to make a tough
choice. I also hope there may be a nice home for it among this group.
Another hit and run on a poor innocent critter... I have a provocative
question for you, Tony. Was Rocky proceeding 'in the lane' at a reasonable
speed when you rolled over him? DID you perhaps have just a little bit of
rage in your heart??? It's bad enough there's no more funding for
*FYI, this traffic symbol is known as a Squarrow...*
On Friday, August 9, 2013 11:21:36 AM UTC-4, Montclair BobbyB wrote:
Another hit and run on a poor innocent critter... I have a provocative
question for you, Tony. Was Rocky proceeding 'in the lane' at a reasonable
speed when you rolled
*OK we convinced him... let the hazing rituals continue... *
On Friday, August 9, 2013 12:19:24 PM UTC-4, Tom Virgil wrote:
Looks like it is raining messages, now. Appreciate the encouragement from
all of you. I think it will be well worth it to stay on. What a great
group.
Thanks
On
So perhaps the corollary to this might be *Ixnay on eBay... Buy Riv...???*
Bobby *Pig Latin NOT my first language* Birmingham
On Monday, August 5, 2013 1:59:25 PM UTC-4, Patrick Moore wrote:
That's it. I'm no Latin scholar and can't quite figure out the subjunctive
use of emere (emas --
I think it all depends on the location. Riv Rally East 2011 was a hub and
spoke setup because Wellsboro PA had great rides leading out of town. RRE
2012 (on the Great Allegheny Passage) was point to point because it seemed
more appropriate. Both can be awesome, although for a large group
I think it's a great idea.
Speaking from this person's perspective, the things (to me) that make for a
good location for a rally:
- First and foremost, the allure of the location (in terms of adventure,
natural beauty and rideability). If it lacks grandeur, so will the ride
(I'm afraid)
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