[RBW] Re: New Bike-Trade Day - A(nother) Quickbeam

2022-02-01 Thread Paul Brodek
Fabulous Fort Lee!! Go Bridgemen!!! Er, Bridgepeople Paul "Formerly From Fort Lee" Brodek Hillsdale, NJ USA On Monday, January 31, 2022 at 9:28:48 AM UTC-5 Patch T wrote: > Hi Bunch, > > *tl:dr - Kyle's Quickbeam was too big. Mine was maybe too small. We > swapped. Photos.* > > I've

[RBW] Re: Updates on, and further questions regarding the Riv Road Standard 1995

2022-01-28 Thread Paul Brodek
frame, $285 for matching fork] Paul Brodek Hillsdale, NJ USA On Thursday, January 27, 2022 at 2:45:13 PM UTC-5 Adrianna T wrote: > Hi everyone, > > I went to see Joe B at the Marin Museum of Bicycling to see if I want the > Riv Road Standard bike frame. > > Detail

[RBW] Re: For Sale: 65cm Specialized Sequoia frame, fork, seat post, and FSA head set

2022-01-18 Thread Paul Brodek
/everywhere your heart desires. They seriously are not all difficult to figure out and install. Paul Brodek Hillsdale, NJ USA On Monday, January 17, 2022 at 9:13:02 PM UTC-5 weste...@gmail.com wrote: > This frame is sold, pending payment. Thanks! > > On Monday, January 17, 2022 at 6:23:16

[RBW] Re: Question about the 1995 Waterford Road standard

2022-01-17 Thread Paul Brodek
uying. Also make sure you know how much real tire clearance you'll have, maybe especially important for someone coming from a current Riv, especially if it's a wide/long Riv. Paul Brodek Hillsdale, NJ USA On Sunday, January 16, 2022 at 7:49:47 PM UTC-5 Adrianna T wrote: > Hi folks, > >

[RBW] Re: FS: VO crankset + BB, DT shifters, XTR derailleur

2021-12-30 Thread Paul Brodek
price if the calipers are in nice condition. Paul Brodek Hillsdale, NJ USA On Wednesday, December 29, 2021 at 12:33:30 PM UTC-5 alex g wrote: > Funding the next bike > XTR rear derailleur 972 9 speed - $125 > Dura ace 7800 brakes - $65 > Velo Orange grand cru crankset 50

[RBW] Re: WTB - 700c SS Wheelset for Quickbeam

2021-12-05 Thread Paul Brodek
, as in "move 8+ pair of wheels to find the Grand Crus." Happy to look if you're interested, happy to leave 'em where they lay if you're wanting something a little nicer. Oh, and btw I'd be shipping from Jersey, in case that matters, and these days it often does. Paul Brodek Hillsda

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: Rambouillet frameset 64cm c-t

2021-11-22 Thread Paul Brodek
uple pics of the Sequoia into that pics folder and will > try to add more. But since it’s not a Riv I probably follow the rules and > post to I-Bob. Appreciate the support and suggestion, > > > > > > *From: *Paul Brodek > *Sent: *Monday, November 22, 2021 7:51 AM > *To: *RBW

[RBW] Re: FS: Rambouillet frameset 64cm c-t

2021-11-22 Thread Paul Brodek
. Time for a double-header? Paul Brodek Hillsdale, NJ USA On Sunday, November 21, 2021 at 2:11:26 PM UTC-5 Kevin D norcal - santa rosa wrote: > update: this frame has a new owner - and heading off to the East Coast. > Long live the Rambouillet! > thanks to all comments and inquiri

Re: [RBW] Re: OT but at least as good as Dylan: help finding best source for some digital music

2021-11-14 Thread Paul Brodek
bikes as "his," convenient because both boys and me fit the same size bikes. I'm sure he wouldn't mind me borrowing one of "his" bikes if I drop in... Paul Brodek Hillsdale, NJ USA On Saturday, November 13, 2021 at 3:01:55 PM UTC-5 Patrick Moore wrote: > Yah! htt

[RBW] Re: OT but at least as good as Dylan: help finding best source for some digital music

2021-11-08 Thread Paul Brodek
I may be missing something here, but if your computer is old/weird enough to still have an onboard CD/DVD drive you can rip your own digital files from your own CDs for zero cost. If you don't have an onboard drive, $15-$35 or so will buy you a separate/portable one. No need to beg/pay folks

Re: [RBW] Re: 26.8mm seat post diameter??

2021-10-20 Thread Paul Brodek
/ Paul Brodek Hillsdale, NJ USA On Tuesday, October 19, 2021 at 2:02:09 PM UTC-4 kwi...@weimar.edu wrote: > I decided to replace the 26.8 seat post that came with my Roadini; I > discovered that 'Promax' makes a nice and light and high quality seatpost > in 26.8 (it is 'SP-1' model and

[RBW] Re: 26.8mm seat post diameter??

2021-10-20 Thread Paul Brodek
Saturday Mark goes back further. Paul Brodek Hillsdale, NJ USA On Tuesday, October 19, 2021 at 1:28:12 PM UTC-4 Saturday Mark wrote: > 26.8 was just as common as 27.2 back in the 70's and 80's, prior to the > now more . Riv has done 26.8 on a bunch of the step throughs since way back

[RBW] Re: FS: NIB Park TS-2 Professional Wheel Truing Stand (chrome) plus WAG-3 dishing tool

2021-10-13 Thread Paul Brodek
Step right up! Step right up! Step right up, ladies and germs If you haven't been using a truing stand, or have been using a so-so stand, and/or have been hankering in any kind of way for a _good_ stand, this is it. 'nuff said. Paul Brodek Hillsdale, NJ USA On Wednesday, October 13, 2021

[RBW] Soma Fab 15% Off Everything Ends Today

2021-10-11 Thread Paul Brodek
I was waiting/hoping for one of these before buying a new Champs d'etc fork, but that horse left the barn back in June/July. Just a reminder to shop responsibly....... Paul Brodek Hillsdale, NJ USA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "

[RBW] Re: WTB Low-Rider Panniers + tubus rack

2021-10-04 Thread Paul Brodek
set! > > On Monday, October 4, 2021 at 9:31:44 AM UTC-5 Paul Brodek wrote: > >> Don't know how fancy/modern/pretty you want to get with the panniers, or >> what your mounting options/requirements are, but I went to ebay and found >> some decent possibilities at reasonable prices. I w

[RBW] Re: WTB Low-Rider Panniers + tubus rack

2021-10-04 Thread Paul Brodek
Don't know how fancy/modern/pretty you want to get with the panniers, or what your mounting options/requirements are, but I went to ebay and found some decent possibilities at reasonable prices. I wound up scoring a set here on the forums, though. Paul Brodek Hillsdale, NJ USA On Monday

Re: [RBW] Mid-80 steel frames that could be Roadini standins

2021-10-04 Thread Paul Brodek
"Old is Good" http://bikeretrogrouch.blogspot.com/2014/01/classic-tubes-columbus.html Paul Brodek Hillsdale, NJ USA On Mon, Oct 4, 2021 at 9:52 AM Benjamin Park wrote: > Kurt, can you educate me as to the "rifling" in the steerer tube- what is > it, and is this

Re: [RBW] Re: Clicking MKS bear trap pedal

2021-09-29 Thread Paul Brodek
...could also be the crank, and/or crank/bb interface. Told ya it could be spooky/fun! Paul Brodek Hillsdale, NJ USA On Wed, Sep 29, 2021 at 7:11 PM Eric Marth wrote: > Well, people. I swapped the pedals for a spare set of Lambda Grip Kings > and I had the same click. Right pedal, dull

[RBW] Re: Clicking MKS bear trap pedal

2021-09-29 Thread Paul Brodek
seatposts, saddles, stems and/or handlebars. You swear you can feel it in the pedals, but the offending tick is somewhere else entirely. And much time and agony can be experienced running it down. Good luck! Paul Brodek Hillsdale, NJ USA On Wednesday, September 29, 2021 at 7:36:30 AM

Re: [RBW] Share More Riv Riding Pics

2021-09-25 Thread Paul Brodek
. And yeah, better to say "...clearance for 30mm tires..." since 32s are getting dicey. I had issues posting the photos, gotta click to view 'em, will see if cutting the [img] tags fixes that... Paul Brodek Hillsdale, NJ USA On Friday, September 24, 2021 at 6:06:25 PM UTC-4 Paul Br

Re: [RBW] Share More Riv Riding Pics

2021-09-24 Thread Paul Brodek
Riv Land these days but was maybe a little less common back then. BB drop is 76mm, chainstays are longish at 44cm and wb is 104cm, so a crit bike it ain't. Pix or it didn't happen, more and higher-res on flickr. Paul Brodek Hillsdale, NJ USA [img]https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51218631413_c

[RBW] Re: Mid-80 steel frames that could be Roadini standins

2021-09-22 Thread Paul Brodek
---these used to go for stupid money...) https://www.ebay.com/itm/165084182153 (Gazelle "Bialystock und Bloom---guten tag von deg!" I know Gazelle isn't Swedish, but it's close, and how often do I get the chance to call Max and Leo?) "I'm wearing a cardboard belt!" &quo

Re: [RBW] Re: Mid-80 steel frames that could be Roadini standins

2021-09-22 Thread Paul Brodek
Such a deal/steal! Wish I weren't downsizing myself... Paul Brodek Hillsdale, NJ USA On Tuesday, September 21, 2021 at 8:18:01 PM UTC-4 Craig Montgomery wrote: > John G. said: > *If I were you, I'd buy Craig's Mercian in a heartbeat. Don't worry about > being precious about it. My S

[RBW] Re: Mid-80 steel frames that could be Roadini standins

2021-09-17 Thread Paul Brodek
o shortage of candidates... Paul Brodek Hillsdale, NJ USA On Friday, September 17, 2021 at 9:05:03 AM UTC-4 Yankeebird wrote: > Wow so many sweet looking bikes and so many great ideas... this thread is > paying off in spades and has definitely broadened my eye. Lovely. > That Mercia

Re: [RBW] Re: Mid-80 steel frames that could be Roadini standins

2021-09-17 Thread Paul Brodek
the time. To be fair, taking in a bunch of different models, the Trek pool was originally many tens of thousands, maybe more, where 4-5yrs worth of early Sequoias is a significantly smaller pool. Paul Brodek Hillsdale, NJ USA On Wednesday, September 15, 2021 at 6:09:58 PM UTC-4 mathie

Re: [RBW] Fattest Tire on a QB?

2021-06-18 Thread Paul Brodek
Holy Moly, a Paul Flatbed? Sorry for the semi-zombie revival, and thread drift and all that, but how'd that Flatbed work for you, Jim? I've had one forever, trot it out now and then, find it always cool, but kinda floppy. Paul Brodek Hillsdale, NJ USA On Sunday, March 28, 2021 at 11:03:46 PM

Re: [RBW] Re: question re Dremel attachments

2021-05-19 Thread Paul Brodek
ozens and dozens of cutting wheels by pressing to hard when a light > touch would get the job done easier, faster, and neater. > > On Wed, May 19, 2021 at 11:12 AM Paul Brodek wrote: > >> ... The key Dremel heaven is to use a rechargeable Dremel, no cord to get >> in the way or

[RBW] Re: question re Dremel attachments

2021-05-19 Thread Paul Brodek
sense there. Dremel or hacksaw. The key Dremel heaven is to use a rechargeable Dremel, no cord to get in the way or limit travel. And that's all I have to say about that Paul Brodek Hillsdale, NJ USA On Sunday, May 16, 2021 at 12:05:42 PM UTC-4 bicycler...@gmail.com wrote: > Are you

[RBW] Re: question re Dremel attachments

2021-05-14 Thread Paul Brodek
, and slips are less catastrophic. Paul Brodek Hillsdale, NJ USA On Friday, May 14, 2021 at 8:55:25 AM UTC-4 philipr...@gmail.com wrote: > Streuth mate, how about the US links, not the Aussie ones; > > > https://us.dremel.com/en_US/products/-/show-product/accessories/dremel-ez406-02-ez-lock-c

[RBW] Re: Repaints

2021-04-13 Thread Paul Brodek
without having done hundreds of a particular brand. Paul Brodek Hillsdale, NJ USA On Tuesday, April 13, 2021 at 7:47:15 AM UTC-4 ascpgh wrote: > > Michael M. and Paul B. stole my thunder. I was also going to aim you > toward Johnny Coast and Coast Cycles too, not because he paints bu

[RBW] Re: Repaints

2021-04-12 Thread Paul Brodek
ers oughta be able to tell you what they can/can't source. Good luck, let us know how it goes, and before/after photos would be fun to see! Paul Brodek Hillsdale, NJ USA On Monday, April 12, 2021 at 3:20:23 PM UTC-4 Buck Flagg wrote: > Hello, group! Help needed! > > I am getting t

[RBW] WTT: My Soma Supple Vitesse SL 700x38 Skinwall For Your Same In Blackwall

2021-04-09 Thread Paul Brodek
for this project. Thanks for the bandwidth, Paul Brodek Hillsdale, NJ USA -- 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-bunc

Re: [RBW] NBD (New Bike Delayed)

2021-03-11 Thread Paul Brodek
FedEx trashes stuff, too, and for Marty, things can look/sound pretty ugly but still turn out OK. Keep yer fingers crossed, keep yer eyes on yer lucky stars. While I try to steal yer Lucky Charms! Sorry, St. Patty's day's just around the corner. Paul Brodek Hillsdale, NJ USA On Thursday

[RBW] Re: WTB: Brooks C19

2021-02-23 Thread Paul Brodek
There's somebody on paceline with a bunch of new C19 saddles to sell. No connection to the sale, I don't get commission, not sure if I even know the seller (anonymous handles on paceline): https://forums.thepaceline.net/showthread.php?t=263419 Paul Brodek Hillsdale, NJ USA On Monday, February

Re: [RBW] Re: Custom Details

2021-02-19 Thread Paul Brodek
e I wanted with the bike hanging on a hook. It does hold the chain a little more securely, but would shear off just as easily if I forgot the unhook the chain and rode off. [image: 50959204003_9099d0d08a_w.jpg][image: 50959904256_c16d9ce0ee_w.jpg][image: 50960004487_1048f8ec0b_w(1).jpg] Paul Brodek

[RBW] Re: Custom Details

2021-02-19 Thread Paul Brodek
Very cool! This goes back almost 40yrs now, but when building up a tricked-out 24"-wheel Fuji Junior SE (up-spec'd with Valite tubing) for my petite destined-to-be-wifey, I realized that uberlight aluminum alloy Japanese 1yen coins were a perfect outer-diameter fit for 1" handlebar ends. They

[RBW] Re: $500 commuter bike as a low-budget AHH?

2021-01-29 Thread Paul Brodek
and accessories. > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > 1 > > On Friday, January 29, 2021 at 3:46:02 PM UTC-5 Paul Brodek wrote: > >> Clare V. stole it from moi! >> >> Paul Brodek >> Hillsdale, NJ USA >> >> [image: 50789

Re: [RBW] Re: 9 Speed Cassette Availability

2021-01-26 Thread Paul Brodek
ets high, and the weight saved compared to the overall weight of a loaded touring bike + rider is pretty insubstantial. Paul Brodek Hillsdale, NJ USA On Tuesday, January 26, 2021 at 5:50:49 PM UTC-5 David Person wrote: > Lots of options for 12-36 9-speed on eBay. I think the main diff

Re: [RBW] Bike frame suggestions for longish distance 95% road comfort

2021-01-23 Thread Paul Brodek
Oh, and forgive my language, but the rear protruding black thingie is labeled "Ass Saver," so a demi-fender, crud-catcher device. Can't ID the cantis, I've seen 'em before, but...look wide profile, and also look to have a nice, longish slot for wide-range brake shoe height adjustm

Re: [RBW] Bike frame suggestions for longish distance 95% road comfort

2021-01-23 Thread Paul Brodek
I spy Rene Herse Bon Jon Pass Extralight 38-622. Looks great---congrats! Who did the repaint? Paul Brodek Hillsdale, NJ USA On Saturday, January 23, 2021 at 5:38:29 PM UTC-5 Patrick Moore wrote: > Very nice! > > What are those tires, and (as someone who after 2 decades

[RBW] Re: Saw FS: 60cm Rivendell Custom

2021-01-19 Thread Paul Brodek
Noice! Price for the curious is $3,200. I spy a similarly large-ish Waterford Paramount behind the Riv, in lovely Frigidaire White (just made that up). That floats my boat, too, except for the carbon fork. $2k. Gosh darnit, but Seattle has cool bikes... Paul Brodek Hillsdale, NJ USA

[RBW] Re: Weight question / I'm obviously confused

2021-01-12 Thread Paul Brodek
in, though, regardless of tube width/thickness. Paul Brodek Hillsdale, NJ USA On Saturday, January 9, 2021 at 6:37:33 PM UTC-5 Jim Whorton wrote: > I have a 59cm Clem H that is a little too big for me (I am 6' 1", 89 > PBH). So I was riding it on some hilly pavement today, thinking what

[RBW] Re: WTB: Drop Bar/Stem/Brake/Shifter set up

2021-01-01 Thread Paul Brodek
long can be cut shorter, but too long means maybe new cables/casing and a rewrap. And where would one be shipping to? Since once we're talking drop bars, box can't be very small. Paul Brodek Hillsdale, NJ USA On Friday, January 1, 2021 at 8:22:38 PM UTC-5 Damien wrote: > Tha

[RBW] Re: WTB: Drop Bar/Stem/Brake/Shifter set up

2021-01-01 Thread Paul Brodek
Are you looking for this fully built/taped? Bar-mounted shifters, so either bar-end or stem shifters? Friction/indexed shifting? Stem length/height? Bar width/bend? Brake levers aero/non-aero? And a +1 to Kainalu, Happy Year to everybody! Paul Brodek Hillsdale, NJ USA On Thursday, December 31

Re: [RBW] Anyone else a paranoid mechanic?

2020-12-17 Thread Paul Brodek
Hey now, this is truly schmart. Crooked = not snug. Paul Brodek Hillsdale, NJ USA On Thursday, December 17, 2020 at 9:25:49 AM UTC-5 Eric Daume wrote: > I leave my bars noticeably crooked when the bike is in the stand so I know > I will have to straighten and tighten them before my tes

Re: [RBW] FS: Platforms A-Poppin'! VP001 - Vice - fyxation Mesa MP - Wellgo MG1

2020-12-10 Thread Paul Brodek
Thanks to all for the interest, both pair of VP pedals are spoken for. Paul Brodek Hillsdale, NJ USA On Thursday, December 10, 2020 at 8:00:32 AM UTC-5 Matt H wrote: > Hey Paul, I'll take the green VP001s if available. > > Thanks, > Matt > > On Wed, Dec 9, 2020 at 11:10 PM

Re: [RBW] Re: The “Is It Normal Or Is It Broken” New Bike Game!

2020-12-07 Thread Paul Brodek
don't swivel. Physician, heal thyself! Paul Brodek Hillsdale, NJ USA On Monday, December 7, 2020 at 2:53:52 PM UTC-5 Joe Bernard wrote: > I'm not very good about the safety checks, either, and need to start doing > the routine Paul laid out. Racks and fenders are especially

Re: [RBW] Re: The “Is It Normal Or Is It Broken” New Bike Game!

2020-12-06 Thread Paul Brodek
a well-appointed bike should have all the stuff is wrong, because, it's like, their opinion, man. But I like the simplicity of also having one without a lot of stuff. Paul Brodek Hillsdale, NJ USA On Sunday, December 6, 2020 at 8:12:41 PM UTC-5 Joe Bernard wrote: > Hehe, 2019 was the yea

[RBW] Re: ISO: 1" quill stem with removable faceplate 110mm

2020-12-06 Thread Paul Brodek
stems. 2-bolt means zero insurance if one bolt fails, where 4-bolt stems give you a shot at keeping the bars attached if one bolt fails. Since you're talking about a "camping rig," 4-bolt likely a better idea? Paul Brodek Hillsdale, NJ USA On Sunday, December 6, 2020 at 8:37:27 PM UTC-

[RBW] Re: FS: Waterford RS-33 62x58.5 Road-Sport Frameset

2020-11-24 Thread Paul Brodek
Found a home for this, thanks for all the interest! Paul Brodek Hillsdale, NJ USA On Thursday, November 19, 2020 at 12:16:15 PM UTC-5 Paul Brodek wrote: > Still looking for a new home, price drop for potential adopters: > $675 shipped conti USA, $625 pickup NYC > > Paul Brodek >

[RBW] Re: FS: Waterford RS-33 62x58.5 Road-Sport Frameset

2020-11-19 Thread Paul Brodek
Still looking for a new home, price drop for potential adopters: $675 shipped conti USA, $625 pickup NYC Paul Brodek Hillsdale, NJ USA On Saturday, November 14, 2020 at 11:08:58 PM UTC-5 Paul Brodek wrote: > Found the frame specs/diagram for this. Second image is just the frame > d

[RBW] Re: PSA: Soma Supple Vitesse SL Tires @ Somafab On Sale for $30ea?!

2020-11-18 Thread Paul Brodek
They kinda grow on ya. PB On Tuesday, November 17, 2020 at 8:00:22 PM UTC-5 Dave Grossman wrote: > Ha! I've seen that Kelly! > > On Tuesday, November 17, 2020 at 2:39:28 PM UTC-6 Paul Brodek wrote: > >> Should be pretty close. Just aired up a blk/tan 38 to about 70psi o

[RBW] Re: PSA: Soma Supple Vitesse SL Tires @ Somafab On Sale for $30ea?!

2020-11-17 Thread Paul Brodek
Should be pretty close. Just aired up a blk/tan 38 to about 70psi on a 25mm-outer Ardennes+, 38.21mm. So sez my digicaliper, appending the tenths/hundreds just to annoy Bulgie. If Bulgie's here, can't keep track of that kid. Paul Brodek Hillsdale, NJ USA On Tuesday, November 17, 2020 at 1:18

[RBW] PSA: Soma Supple Vitesse SL Tires @ Somafab On Sale for $30ea?!

2020-11-16 Thread Paul Brodek
I am completely overloaded on tires, but figured y'all might want to know that Soma looks to be blowing out SV Superlight tires at the low-low price of only $29.99ea. That's ridiculously cheap for such a nice tire IMHO. Only 28/33 are available in black/tan, most all other sizes in stock in

[RBW] Re: Rivendell Custom FS

2020-11-11 Thread Paul Brodek
Golly gee willikers, that background looks very familiar to me, maybe some of the parts as well. Could it be the same background that was behind my bank-shot/catch-and-release JPW? Steve puts together some handsome machines. Extra points for the green Paul calipers. GLWS! Paul Brodek

[RBW] Re: Bagapalooza Pt. Deux: Carradice SQR Slim/Tour Bags, w/SQR Blocks

2020-10-31 Thread Paul Brodek
Updates--- Tour bag and two Slim bags have sold, so only one Slim bag remains. Thanks! Paul Brodek Hillsdale, NJ USA On Saturday, October 31, 2020 at 3:59:25 PM UTC-4, Paul Brodek wrote: > > *Carradice Super C Tour SQR Saddlebag w/SQR mounting block: $85 shipped > conti USA; paypal

Re: [RBW] Looking for silver ultegra 9s long cage RD

2020-10-30 Thread Paul Brodek
-worthiness, but there's not a lot of room in that short rear casing run for an adjuster. Paul Brodek Hillsdale, NJ USA On Thursday, October 29, 2020 at 5:31:40 PM UTC-4, Joe Bernard wrote: > > It will in fact work and yes you will drive yourself crazy trying to keep > track of all this. Shado

Re: [RBW] Looking for silver ultegra 9s long cage RD

2020-10-29 Thread Paul Brodek
, gray/silver like the 6700. You can PM me if you're interesting. FWIW the 6700-GS have been creeping up in price, I sold two very clean ones on ebay recently, one went for nearly $80 and the other just under $100. Paul Brodek pcb at gmail dot com Hillsdale, NJ USA On Monday, October 26, 2020

[RBW] Re: FS: Ibex Wool Garments: Coat XXXL - Jacket XL - Jersey L

2020-10-25 Thread Paul Brodek
All 3 garments spoken forthanks, everybody! Paul Brodek Hillsdale, NJ USA On Saturday, October 24, 2020 at 3:57:35 PM UTC-4, Paul Brodek wrote: Ibex Wool Coat XXXL (!!!) Green - 32.25" x 27.5": $120 (sold) Ibex Wool Jacket XL - Gray - 26.5" x 24.5": $100 (sold) Ibex Wool

[RBW] Re: FS: Bagapalooza! Frost River - Duluth - Berthoud: Banana, Rack, Candy

2020-10-24 Thread Paul Brodek
All's gone but the Berthoud G587, so price drop on that. Doumo arigatou minnasan! Paul Brodek Hillsdale, NJ USA On Thursday, October 22, 2020 at 2:26:44 PM UTC-4, Paul Brodek wrote: All prices include usps Priority shipping conti USA; payment via paypal Goods/Services or With Protection

[RBW] Re: FS: Bagapalooza! Frost River - Duluth - Berthoud: Banana, Rack, Candy

2020-10-23 Thread Paul Brodek
Thanks to all! Everything but the Berthoud rack bag is paid or spoken for, as noted below: On Thursday, October 22, 2020 at 3:27:25 PM UTC-4, Paul Brodek wrote: > > All prices include usps Priority shipping conti USA; payment via paypal > Goods/Services or With Protection onega

[RBW] Re: FS: Bagapalooza! Frost River - Duluth - Berthoud: Banana, Rack, Candy

2020-10-22 Thread Paul Brodek
Just a quick heads-up, the Duluth Banana and Frost River Echo Trail are both spoken for, pending payment. Paul Brodek Hillsdale, NJ USA On Thursday, October 22, 2020 at 3:27:25 PM UTC-4, Paul Brodek wrote: > > All prices include usps Priority shipping conti USA; payment via paypal &

[RBW] Re: WTB/source for: 700c 1"threaded fork

2020-10-16 Thread Paul Brodek
ks fine---built well, nice finish, inspires confidence. But I wouldn't call it lightish. Paul Brodek Hillsdale, NJ USA On Friday, October 16, 2020 at 9:47:40 AM UTC-4, Patch T wrote: > > Hi Bunch! > > Found a decent (and free!) triple butted steel frame (85 Univega Maxima > S

[RBW] Re: Fast fat man

2020-10-13 Thread Paul Brodek
So they passed you, the 65yr-old, but didn't catch "the old guy," the 74yr-old? Pot, meet kettle. Kettle, meet pot. :^} Paul Brodek Hillsdale, NJ USA On Tuesday, October 13, 2020 at 5:39:08 PM UTC-4, Patrick Moore wrote: > > [snips] > > ...during our last encounter, I sa

[RBW] Re: Morning coffee; need a new Riv mug

2020-10-13 Thread Paul Brodek
Pricey, and I'm no racer, but the older I get, the more I like this one: https://www.etsy.com/il-en/listing/694277379/fausto-coppi-age-treachery-cyclist-mug Paul Brodek Hillsdale, NJ USA On Tuesday, October 13, 2020 at 1:02:25 PM UTC-4, John Phillips wrote: > >Order one direct from

Re: [RBW] '71 Raleigh Pro Track 650b Conversion

2020-10-12 Thread Paul Brodek
a little more "in" the bike than "on" the bike with the deeper-drop frames, but I'm never on the shallow-drop ones wishing they were deeper. Paul Brodek Hillsdale, NJ USA On Friday, October 9, 2020 at 4:42:33 PM UTC-4, Patrick Moore wrote: > > That's nice. Yes, the Technomi

[RBW] Re: '71 Raleigh Pro Track 650b Conversion

2020-10-12 Thread Paul Brodek
Thanks, Ray, and sorry for the late follow-up. There are no chronic paint issues, but the chrome on the fork crown is lifting in spots. Paul Brodek Hillsdale, NJ USA On Friday, October 9, 2020 at 4:02:46 PM UTC-4, Ray wrote: > > Amazing photographs and beautiful bike. This looks like a

[RBW] '71 Raleigh Pro Track 650b Conversion

2020-10-09 Thread Paul Brodek
88_c.jpg] Paul Brodek Hillsdale, NJ USA -- 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 view this dis

[RBW] Re: Sugino Granny Gear

2020-10-08 Thread Paul Brodek
Gee, I had a whole spiel ready to post, but doug 'n' Nick P. said it all first. I'll just say that I just checked my on-hand stash, both aluminum and steel, and can confirm what they've said. Paul Brodek Hillsdale, NJ USA On Thursday, October 8, 2020 at 10:27:55 PM UTC-4, John Rinker wrote

Re: [RBW] Back In The Riv Saddle With A '98 Custom Starck-Riv

2020-10-07 Thread Paul Brodek
Late reply, but I did manage to measure the bb drop t'other day: 76mm, so not quite 80mm, but deep. Paul Brodek Hillsdale, NJ USA On Monday, September 21, 2020 at 10:37:50 AM UTC-4, Andy Beichler wrote: > > I love that color. The bottom bracket looks low. Had Grant started to > use

[RBW] FS: Deore XT/Velocity Synergy 650b QR Disc/DT Spoke Wheelset Silver/Silver

2020-09-30 Thread Paul Brodek
Paul Brodek Hillsdale, NJ USA [image: _1030515af.jpg] [image: _1030517ah.jpg] [image: _1030520ak.jpg] [image: _1030518ai.jpg] -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving e

Re: [RBW] Back In The Riv Saddle With A '98 Custom Starck-Riv

2020-09-30 Thread Paul Brodek
in previous posts about the Zephyr K tripelizer ring, should've read Alize K tripelizer ring. Sheesh. If it's not one thing, it's another. Paul Brodek Hillsdale, NJ USA On Wednesday, September 30, 2020 at 2:17:12 PM UTC-4, Todd G. wrote: > > Beautiful bike, Paul. Looks very well thought out a

Re: [RBW] Back In The Riv Saddle With A '98 Custom Starck-Riv

2020-09-30 Thread Paul Brodek
Riv info in a BQ: https://www.renehersecycles.com/1995-rivendell-turning-the-tide/ Paul Brodek Hillsdale, NJ USA On Tuesday, September 29, 2020 at 12:09:35 AM UTC-4, Joel S wrote: > > Sachs did design the lugs for Rivendell. Don’t know about the Bridgestone > part. > > On Mo

Re: [RBW] Back In The Riv Saddle With A '98 Custom Starck-Riv

2020-09-28 Thread Paul Brodek
B series. Don't know if those ever went into production. Paul Brodek Hillsdale, NJ USA On Monday, September 28, 2020 at 6:00:52 PM UTC-4, lconley wrote: > > Not saying they made the frame, just the lug. > > Laing > > On Monday, September 28, 2020 at 5:54:04 PM UTC-4 lconley wr

Re: [RBW] Re: Back In The Riv Saddle With A '98 Custom Starck-Riv

2020-09-28 Thread Paul Brodek
problems. But over the past year or two I've had more than a few rim-side failures with these. Fortunately usually not on the road. Kinda feel like I maybe fell into a bad batch. Paul Brodek Hillsdale, NJ USA On Monday, September 28, 2020 at 2:58:37 PM UTC-4, Patrick Moore wrote: > > Please

[RBW] Re: Back In The Riv Saddle With A '98 Custom Starck-Riv

2020-09-28 Thread Paul Brodek
it'll look a little less weird. Paul Brodek Hillsdale, NJ USA On Monday, September 28, 2020 at 2:34:03 PM UTC-4, islaysteve wrote: > > That's a great-looking bike and a nice build, Paul. I'm sure you will get > the post-build kinks out in time for the second ride. Enjoy your new R

[RBW] Re: Back In The Riv Saddle With A '98 Custom Starck-Riv

2020-09-28 Thread Paul Brodek
hands off the bars, but then I remembered the front wheel dish was way off, and...I hadn't dealt with that. I guess that's what shakedown rides are for. Paul Brodek Hillsdale, NJ USA On Thursday, September 24, 2020 at 2:11:28 PM UTC-4, Paul Brodek wrote: > > Actually, come to think of it

[RBW] Re: Back In The Riv Saddle With A '98 Custom Starck-Riv

2020-09-24 Thread Paul Brodek
the seat tube bottle bosses that were sanded away, visible in the naked frame photos. I have nothing against simplicity, but I think I like the curlier head lugs on the '95 Road better than the simpler lines on the Starck. Paul Brodek Hillsdale, NJ USA On Thursday, September 24, 2020 at 2:04:21

[RBW] Re: Back In The Riv Saddle With A '98 Custom Starck-Riv

2020-09-24 Thread Paul Brodek
to "a little too little" for me. All I've managed with the new Starck Riv so far is a coupla round-the-block sweeps, which it handled nicely. I detected slight notes of lemongrass, with a subtle smoky finish. Paul Brodek Hillsdale, NJ USA On Wednesday, September 23, 2020 at 1:57:1

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: NIB Selle Anatomica X2 Saddle, Oxblood/Silver

2020-09-22 Thread Paul Brodek
The saddle has sold, ladies and germs. Thanks! Paul Brodek Hillsdale, NJ USA On Tuesday, September 22, 2020 at 12:12:47 PM UTC-4, Jon Richardson wrote: > > Paul, > > I would like to purchase this. Please let me know how to proceed. > > Thanks, > Jon > > On Mon, Sep 21

[RBW] Re: FS: NIB Selle Anatomica X2 Saddle, Oxblood/Silver

2020-09-21 Thread Paul Brodek
Apologies if this is a re-post, have been trying to get it to post here but it seems to disappear PB On Monday, September 21, 2020 at 8:02:42 PM UTC-4, Paul Brodek wrote: > > NIB Selle Anatomica X2 Saddle, Oxblood/Silver: $100 shipped conti USA, > paypal G/S > > I got this

Re: [RBW] Back In The Riv Saddle With A '98 Custom Starck-Riv

2020-09-21 Thread Paul Brodek
the frame probably couldn't fit wider than 42-584 or so. I really oughta get myself one of those Rene Herse tire width guagey thingies, if they've still got them. Paul Brodek Hillsdale, NJ USA On Monday, September 21, 2020 at 10:37:50 AM UTC-4, Andy Beichler wrote: > > I love that color. The

[RBW] FS: NIB Selle Anatomica X2 Saddle, Oxblood/Silver

2020-09-17 Thread Paul Brodek
? Saddle color definitely is Oxblood, not Black. Let me know if you've got questions. Photos/flickr links below More pix at top of Flickr Album: https://flic.kr/s/aHsk4hRDyg https://flic.kr/p/2jHnsmi https://flic.kr/p/2jHi4JJ https://flic.kr/p/2jHmDY7 https://flic.kr/p/2jHmE1w Paul Brodek

[RBW] FS: NIB Selle Anatomica X2 Saddle, Oxblood/Silver

2020-09-16 Thread Paul Brodek
pix at top of Flickr Album: https://flic.kr/s/aHsk4hRDyg https://flic.kr/p/2jHnsmi https://flic.kr/p/2jHi4JJ https://flic.kr/p/2jHmDY7 https://flic.kr/p/2jHmE1w Paul Brodek Hillsdale, NJ USA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch&q

[RBW] Re: Paul Racer M Calipers F/Black/Center Mount/Recessed

2020-09-16 Thread Paul Brodek
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[RBW] Re: Paul Racer M Calipers F/Black/Center Mount/Recessed

2020-09-16 Thread Paul Brodek
Sorry I missed the "FS" in the title. Can't seem to edit this myself? Also might mention that these are great for 650b conversions, and also for fender use due to the fantastic under-caliper clearance. PB On Wednesday, September 16, 2020 at 6:12:15 PM UTC-4, Paul Brodek wrote: > &

[RBW] Paul Racer M Calipers F/Black/Center Mount/Recessed

2020-09-16 Thread Paul Brodek
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[RBW] FS: Paul Racer M Calipers F/Black/Center Mount/Recessed

2020-09-16 Thread Paul Brodek
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[RBW] Re: WTB: TRP Drilled Brake Levers

2020-09-16 Thread Paul Brodek
Sent an offlist PM, got clean silver/black ones available. Paul Brodek Hillsdale, NJ USA On Wednesday, September 16, 2020 at 3:44:30 PM UTC-4, Brian Campbell wrote: > > Hi all. If anybody has any to sell, please get in touch. > > Thanks! > -- You received this mess

Re: [RBW] FS: NOS CYPRESS Grand Bois 650bx32

2020-08-28 Thread Paul Brodek
, apparently unused Campagnolo Super Record rear derailleur might sell for $200, while you can expect to pay $350+ for NIB one. Paul Brodek, neither NOS nor NIB Hillsdale, NJ USA On Friday, August 28, 2020 at 3:12:41 PM UTC-4, Tirebiter ATX wrote: > > What does acronym NOS mean? Could no

[RBW] Re: Rearview mirrors: necessary, effective, recommendations?

2020-08-28 Thread Paul Brodek
neck to get the view I wanted. I find the bar-end position much, much better, and the Sprintechs hold their position well while still being easy to adjust. Paul Brodek Hillsdale, NJ USA On Friday, August 28, 2020 at 2:52:14 PM UTC-4, Paul Brodek wrote: > > I'm primarily a drop-bar rider,

[RBW] Re: Rearview mirrors: necessary, effective, recommendations?

2020-08-28 Thread Paul Brodek
. Some overviews here: https://www.thegeekycyclist.com/best-things/bike-mirrors/ Paul Brodek Hillsdale, NJ USA On Friday, August 28, 2020 at 12:21:36 PM UTC-4, Matthew Williams wrote: > > Hi everyone, > > I'm thinking about getting a small, bar-mounted rearview mirror. For the

[RBW] Re: WTB: Suntour front derailleur double

2020-08-20 Thread Paul Brodek
this stuff is going on. Paul Brodek Hillsdale, NJ USA On Wednesday, August 19, 2020 at 10:58:43 AM UTC-4, Joel wrote: > > Looking for a nice (NOS) double front derailleur. Open to other vintage > brands > > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Grou

[RBW] Re: FS: Gunnar Crosshairs '11 Frame/Fork/Complete 62c-t x 59.5c-c

2020-08-15 Thread Paul Brodek
Bumpelstiltskin. On Thursday, July 16, 2020 at 9:53:40 PM UTC-4, Paul Brodek wrote: > > Gunnar Crosshairs '11 62c-t st x 59.5c-c ht: $1,400 picked up w/in 50mi of > NYC Metro area; I'm not considering shipping at the moment due to hassle > and covid stuff... > > This is a ver

[RBW] Re: Grand Bois Cypres 700 x 30 substitutes?

2020-08-15 Thread Paul Brodek
the Merckx, but I'm not willing to throw more money at Veloflex or something else, especially considering I don't have many/any other bikes this tight in the herd. Paul Brodek Hillsdale, NJ USA On Friday, August 14, 2020 at 11:44:55 PM UTC-4, Paul Brodek wrote: > > Hey Aaron, > > This co

[RBW] Re: Grand Bois Cypres 700 x 30 substitutes?

2020-08-15 Thread Paul Brodek
creeping? Couldn't guess why/how/huh? Paul Brodek Hillsdale, NJ USA On Friday, August 14, 2020 at 11:58:39 PM UTC-4, Nick Payne wrote: > > Re the Challenge Strada Bianca 700 x 30, I didn't have problems mounting > them, but I had to retire them because the braking force was making the

[RBW] Re: Grand Bois Cypres 700 x 30 substitutes?

2020-08-14 Thread Paul Brodek
. And I mostly ride the SLs, so I don't have a basis to make a great comparison. Paul Brodek Hillsdale, NJ USA On Thursday, August 13, 2020 at 2:10:00 AM UTC-4, Aaron Thomas wrote: > > Paul, > > Regarding the Soma Supple Vitesse tires, how accurate are the size > desig

[RBW] Re: FS: Gunnar Crosshairs '11 Frame/Fork/Complete 62c-t x 59.5c-c

2020-08-06 Thread Paul Brodek
Still looking for a new home. On Sunday, July 26, 2020 at 12:08:08 PM UTC-4, Paul Brodek wrote: > > Nibbles are none, so price reduction to $1,250 > > On Thursday, July 16, 2020 at 9:53:40 PM UTC-4, Paul Brodek wrote: >> >> Gunnar Crosshairs '11 62c-t st x 59.5c-

[RBW] Re: Paul Netro-Retro Cantilevers & Straddle Cable Height: where is your happy place?

2020-07-29 Thread Paul Brodek
behind the shoes, while relatively wide boss spacing may require using the wider spacers to avoid the arms diving under the rims during braking. Or am I missing something? Paul Brodek Hillsdale, NJ USA On Tuesday, July 28, 2020 at 4:24:59 PM UTC-4, lconley wrote: > > My und

[RBW] Re: Weird handlebar idea

2020-07-29 Thread Paul Brodek
be on the hoods? Paul Brodek Hillsdale, NJ USA [image: Kelly Knobby-X w-Cross Levers - Med.jpg] [image: Gunnar '11 Crosshairs w-Cross Levers - Med .jpg] On Tuesday, July 28, 2020 at 11:48:51 AM UTC-4, Zack Medow wrote: > > Ok so for me the perfect road handlebar would allow me to run drop bar &

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