Re: [RBW] Tektro CR720s on a Quickbeam

2010-06-09 Thread Ray Shine
I did the same switch-out on my QB, and did not notice the play. If that had happened to me (and I'll double-check later) I would be inclined to place a washer on the boss before inserting the brake. Regarding the hanger wire, I did not experience that problem either, but I used as set of

Re: [RBW] Re: New Single Speed

2010-06-09 Thread Ray Shine
I'm old. I ride mine in San Francisco… My gearing is 40/32 with White duo 16/18 free on the drive side and a 20 free on the flip. I regularly climb (on road) Mt Tamalpais with this set, and do it from both sides (Mill Valley or Fairfax or, once, from Bolinas side). For really extended trips

Re: [RBW] Re: SF and Bay Area members BOLO

2010-06-09 Thread Ray Shine
Excellent! Good for her! I hope she rides for years to come. From: ReneVietto chbo...@lbl.gov To: RBW Owners Bunch rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Sent: Wed, June 9, 2010 12:47:27 PM Subject: [RBW] Re: SF and Bay Area members BOLO Must've worked! See

Re: [RBW] Happy new AHH owner

2010-05-30 Thread Ray Shine
That's sweet! Like the fender lines, too. The Holsen blue is my all-time fav. Good choice. Enjoy the rides. Ray From: maclarensf richard@gmail.com To: RBW Owners Bunch rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Sent: Sun, May 30, 2010 2:12:16 PM Subject: [RBW]

Re: [RBW] Another post about compact doubles / drivetrain questions

2010-05-29 Thread Ray Shine
Jason - Small world! I also just recently purchased a Bleriot from another list member, put Alba bars and stem shifters on it, and am also contemplating a wide-range double. I'll follow this thread with interest. Here is the link to my pix:

Re: [RBW] Re: Another post about compact doubles / drivetrain questions

2010-05-29 Thread Ray Shine
Here's a shot and write-up about the way keven at RBW set a double up with a 24 (thanks to Cyclofiend for the pict and text): http://www.flickr.com/photos/cyclofiend/4468314517/in/set-72157623592760757/ From: Bruce fullylug...@yahoo.com To:

Re: [RBW] Pletscher 'twin-legger' installation tips

2010-05-29 Thread Ray Shine
I agree with Steve. I also use the Pletscher. I left the legs as is. I like it a lot. Plenty of room to drop my wheel to fix a flat. I'd leave it alone. From: Steve Palincsar palin...@his.com To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Sent: Sat, May 29, 2010

Re: [RBW] Re: Centering Hub Axles

2010-05-28 Thread Ray Shine
Thank you all who responded to what seems like a dumb question to begin with! Dah! Yes, I followed Tim's instructions and everything went together very nicely. Thanks, Tim. I also liked the idea about photo-documenting the parts sequence. I had not thought of that, either. Anyway, as

Re: [RBW] new (to me) Rambouillet

2010-05-25 Thread Ray Shine
Agreed, and I like the wide-range double set up. I assume you're in friction mode on the shifters? From: Bruce fullylug...@yahoo.com To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Sent: Tue, May 25, 2010 2:59:05 AM Subject: Re: [RBW] new (to me) Rambouillet Nicely

Re: [RBW] Did you ride your Rivendell to work on Friday?

2010-05-22 Thread Ray Shine
I ride to work everyday, usually on a Riv. In foul weather, I ride a Jamis IGH From: Angus angusle...@sbcglobal.net To: RBW Owners Bunch rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Sent: Sat, May 22, 2010 10:09:49 AM Subject: [RBW] Did you ride your Rivendell to work

Re: [RBW] Bleriot vs. Quickbeam efficiency

2010-05-21 Thread Ray Shine
Tyler - I also own a QB and a Bleriot. I don't notice a big difference in the effort expanded, but that's more likely due to how I ride each bike. I use the Bleriot primarily for commuting with a modest load on the rear rack. I also fit it with Albatross bars. I use the QB for fun rides. I

Re: [RBW] Atlantis - Bombadil comparison

2010-05-18 Thread Ray Shine
Hi, Rene -- I have never ridden a Bombadill, much less own one. I do own a size 61 Atlantis that I have toured fully loaded with panniers. The longest tour was 2500 miles last summer on the ACA Western Express/Trans-Am (Partially). I noticed no flex or weakness whatsoever with the Atlantis.

Re: [RBW] Re: Atlantis - Bombadil comparison

2010-05-18 Thread Ray Shine
Rene -- I should add that I originally set my Atlantis up with Jitensha staright bars (they're not straight at all) and thumbies. I switched that combo out for Noodles and DT shifters, which I much prefer. In fact, I'm going to sell the Jitensha bars soon.

Re: [RBW] the fire trails of the upper midwest

2010-05-14 Thread Ray Shine
Jim -- Fire Roads are just really the same as farm roads but are often very steep, hilly, rolly and unmarked. Out here in the west, fire roads are cut as just that, fire breaks and for deep access for crews and equipment. They are almost always cut by the forest service. The other type of

Re: [RBW] the fire trails of the upper midwest

2010-05-14 Thread Ray Shine
-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Sent: Fri, May 14, 2010 5:37:45 AM Subject: Re: [RBW] the fire trails of the upper midwest On Fri, 2010-05-14 at 05:08 -0700, Ray Shine wrote: Jim -- Fire Roads are just really the same as farm roads but are often very steep, hilly, rolly and unmarked. Out here

Re: [RBW] Re: Nitto Highrider front rack vs. Big Front Rack vs. Low Riders

2010-05-13 Thread Ray Shine
Lisa -- That would also be my recommendation. I use the rack on my Atlantis, and have never had an inkling of trouble. Granted, the clamp looks a little clumsy, but with panniers on, one can't see it anyway. Lots of the other posters commented about using the boxy bag up front. I can't

Re: [RBW] What do you think is behind the new limited sizes at RBW?

2010-05-13 Thread Ray Shine
Cash flow? From: Blindrobert roberto.cipri...@gmail.com To: RBW Owners Bunch rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Sent: Wed, May 12, 2010 7:43:02 PM Subject: [RBW] What do you think is behind the new limited sizes at RBW? Just curious if anyone has heard

Re: [RBW] Re: Nitto Highrider front rack vs. Big Front Rack vs. Low Riders

2010-05-12 Thread Ray Shine
designs of lowriders out there -- Bruce Gordon's, for instance. Lisa On May 11, 7:03 pm, Ray Shine r.sh...@sbcglobal.net wrote: Lisa --- that isn't a concern because the rack is rigid and can't collapse onto itself. The only thong the p- clamp does is prevent the rack from falling forward

Re: [RBW] Some Updates on the RBW Group Requests / FAQ Page

2010-05-11 Thread Ray Shine
Thanks, Jim, for tweaking the process, and not eliminating it. I have purchased many items -- including two bikes -- from list members. I find it to be a very direct way of buying pieces and bikes. I've old items, as well. I trust the list posters so much more. I've never been stung by

Re: [RBW] Re: Nitto Highrider front rack vs. Big Front Rack vs. Low Riders

2010-05-11 Thread Ray Shine
Lisa --- that isn't a concern because the rack is rigid and can't collapse onto itself. The only thong the p- clamp does is prevent the rack from falling forward or rearward. If the bottom of the rack is attached to eyelets, then the rack cannot slide down any further since it is a rigid

Re: [RBW] Re: Maybe WTB: 59 Bleriot?

2010-05-10 Thread Ray Shine
Terry -- I agree with Steve. Coincidentally, I just purchased my first 650B bicycle from another list member about a month ago -- a 59cm Bleriot! I also own and have toured on an Atlantis fully loaded front to rear. There isn't anything I've ever done on the Atlantis, that I would not have

Re: [RBW] Re: Nitto Highrider front rack vs. Big Front Rack vs. Low Riders

2010-05-10 Thread Ray Shine
Rene -- I believe this is a pretty typical problem with the front rack. I had the same issue when mounting it to the Atlantis, which also has the neo-front cantis. RBW includes the rubber C-clamps in the kit to address the mounting issue. Not as clean looking, but it works.

Re: [RBW] Re: What a Difference A Little Albatross Makes

2010-05-07 Thread Ray Shine
Nicely done, Marty. I sure like that color. Makes me want a root-beer float! From: Marty mgie...@mac.com To: RBW Owners Bunch rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Sent: Fri, May 7, 2010 5:49:47 AM Subject: [RBW] Re: What a Difference A Little Albatross Makes

Re: [RBW] Re: Riv's favorite names from the suggestions

2010-05-06 Thread Ray Shine
How about stealing a name from a guy I actually know and once worked with: Roscoe Sweeny? From: EricP ericpl...@aol.com To: RBW Owners Bunch rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Sent: Thu, May 6, 2010 5:24:12 PM Subject: [RBW] Re: Riv's favorite names from the

Re: [RBW] Re: Diagonapillar blueprints revealed

2010-05-05 Thread Ray Shine
I'd sure like to see a photo of those reversed Alba bars. Do you have any? Or a link? Are you using thumb shifters? From: Ginz theg...@gmail.com To: RBW Owners Bunch rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Sent: Wed, May 5, 2010 7:17:34 AM Subject: [RBW] Re:

Re: [RBW] Re: Diagonapillar blueprints revealed

2010-05-05 Thread Ray Shine
It would likely look really similar to a 1993 XO-3 Like this: http://www.sheldonbrown.com/bridgestone/1993/pages/33.htm or this: http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItemitem=230468515481ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT On May 5, 8:48 am, Ray Shine r.sh...@sbcglobal.net wrote: I'd sure like to see

Re: [RBW] nitto big rack question

2010-04-26 Thread Ray Shine
I have toured with the rack, as well as using it locally and for commuting from time to time. You are absolutely correct. That loop does interfere with packing objects onto the top of the rack, as well as interfere with some saddlebags hanging from the seat. I have often considered cutting

Re: [RBW] Re: DBC 400K 4-17-10 - a set on Flickr

2010-04-23 Thread Ray Shine
Have you tried stretching while on the bike? There are a number of different stretches to do while still moving along, although the best is still to dismount every so often and walk 'em out a bit. In the end, I think some strain and discomfort is inevitable -- at least it is for me -- when

[RBW] Under-inflated Col Da Le Vies- Was New Bleriot Owner; Mushing thru turns

2010-04-23 Thread Ray Shine
Well, I pumped these Col De La Vie tires up to 65lbs rear, 60 lbs front and rode the long way into the office. It was much, much better. Those of you who knew I was under-inflated were absolutely correct, and I thank you. You who brought to my attention that the sidewall reads 50 lbs

[RBW] What the H*#L is Squishy? Was New Bleriot Owner; Mushing thru turns

2010-04-23 Thread Ray Shine
Steve Wrote: What does squishy mean? And what would a surer ride be? I have absolutely no idea what squishy means to you. You're right, Steve. I guess I wasn't clear in my descriptive. Let me try to rephrase these two terms in Riv-Speak: Squishy:

Re: [RBW] Guess I don't get down to the basement much

2010-04-21 Thread Ray Shine
For a moment there, I thought we lived in the same house. I, too, have a box in my basement that contained a Bleriot recently purchased from another list member. Mine is built, however, and I have put about 50 miles on it since receiving it last Tuesday. I also wanted to experience the 650B

Re: [RBW] Re: The Insanity of our Times

2010-04-18 Thread Ray Shine
I can tell ya'll one…just today I was at my grandsons T-Ball game. He's 5. There was a kid on the opposing team who must of weighed 70+ pounds. It was really sad. His parents were also huge people, and they sad there slurping on sodas and eating chips of some kid. At least the kid was

Re: [RBW] 3 Days on Pacific Coast Highway #101...

2010-04-13 Thread Ray Shine
Wow! Those are some fat tires! So, if this question is to dumb to answer, I'll understand. Did you ride that bike down the actual coast/beach, or up on US 101? Or, a combo of both? From: Me clotht...@gmail.com To: RBW Owners Bunch

Re: [RBW] Touring Advice Offered

2010-04-07 Thread Ray Shine
I'm with you, Anne. That looks like an interesting route. I'm looking at doing it in sections, however. From: Anne Paulson anne.paul...@gmail.com To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Sent: Tue, April 6, 2010 11:06:50 PM Subject: Re: [RBW] Touring Advice

Re: [RBW] Re: There's another Jay-riding video up

2010-04-07 Thread Ray Shine
Ohhh! You kids… From: William tapebu...@gmail.com To: RBW Owners Bunch rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Sent: Wed, April 7, 2010 2:43:32 PM Subject: [RBW] Re: There's another Jay-riding video up These three new bikes (Hillborne, Hunqa, Bomba) are my shot

Re: [RBW] Re: Hunqua-decals

2010-04-04 Thread Ray Shine
Ah! Ala Frank Lloyd Wright. Detail does matter. Ask any boat builder. Indeed, ask any craftsman. From: CycloFiend cyclofi...@earthlink.net To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Sent: Sun, April 4, 2010 11:16:36 AM Subject: Re: [RBW] Re: Hunqua-decals

Re: [RBW] Re: Its a 64! QB for sale!

2010-04-03 Thread Ray Shine
Here's how the stock QB works. To change up or down, do this: Dismount, and stand to the left side. With right hand, loosen the quick release enough to allow the axle to slide forward or backward. Do not remove wheel. To change to a low gear, place your right foot behind the rear wheel and

[RBW] QB Gear Change techniques: was Re: Its a 64! QB for sale!

2010-04-03 Thread Ray Shine
SHOW OFF ! From: CycloFiend cyclofi...@earthlink.net To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Sent: Sat, April 3, 2010 12:55:49 PM Subject: Re: [RBW] Re: Its a 64! QB for sale! The _advanced_ trick when flipping is to not touch the chain - works for me about 3

Re: [RBW] Re: For Sale: 650b wheelset

2010-03-30 Thread Ray Shine
Thanks for the offer, Andrew, but I have decided to hold up a bit. I think it will be better to decide which frame set I want, then build from there. Glad you like the Jitensha bars. Ride safe! Ray Shine From: Andrew andrewkib...@gmail.com To: RBW Owners

Re: [RBW] For Sale: 650b wheelset

2010-03-29 Thread Ray Shine
Joe -- are you by any chance within a reasonable distance to San Francisco? From: Joe Bartoe jbar...@hotmail.com To: internet-...@bikelist.org; rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com; 6...@bikelist.org Sent: Mon, March 29, 2010 9:01:47 AM Subject: [RBW] For Sale:

Re: [RBW] For Sale: 650b wheelset

2010-03-29 Thread Ray Shine
Nope. A little too far. Thanks, Joe. From: Joe Bartoe jbar...@hotmail.com To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Sent: Mon, March 29, 2010 10:21:52 AM Subject: RE: [RBW] For Sale: 650b wheelset Hi Ray, If by reasonable, you mean within 400 miles. I live in

Re: [RBW] For Sale: 650b wheelset

2010-03-29 Thread Ray Shine
Joe -- Thank you for the generous offer. Is there a cassette on the rear wheel, and if so how many speeds? I think I should also tell you that another member of the forum who lives in Oakland followed our brief thread and has offered me a set of wheels with 105 hubs and Col de la Vie tires

Re: [RBW] XO-1 sighting, original owner too!

2010-03-29 Thread Ray Shine
Nice bikes! And that guy looks like me. I won't tell you which one… From: jinxed hbcl...@yahoo.com To: RBW Owners Bunch rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Sent: Mon, March 29, 2010 3:15:13 PM Subject: [RBW] XO-1 sighting, original owner too! So I took the

Re: [RBW] Test Ride-O-Rama

2010-03-28 Thread Ray Shine
Nice work, Jim. Good spread o' pix. I was wondering f you have the time to expand a bit on your impressions of the Foy and the Amos? I've had my eye on a Foy for a some time. How do you think it would ride with straight bars and thumbies, or even Bullmoose and thumbies?

Re: [RBW] Re: Test Ride-O-Rama

2010-03-28 Thread Ray Shine
Jim -- Do you have any more that you can add to the description of the Foy you rode? i was wondering if it would be practical to set a Foy (or Gomez) with straight or bullmoose bars and thumbies? Also, can you say more about the drive train? From:

Re: [RBW] Re: OK. So, I won't be buying a Roadeo.

2010-03-27 Thread Ray Shine
Joel -- They are Shimano Ultegra hubs, Mavic Open Pro rims, and Ruffy-Tuffy 700x27 tires. A basic Rich Lesnik build. Of course, I've never had a bit of trouble with those wheels. Rich builds great wheels. From: JoelMatthews joelmatth...@mac.com To: RBW

Re: [RBW] Re: OK. So, I won't be buying a Roadeo.

2010-03-27 Thread Ray Shine
Joel -- I meant to also say that Chicago is a great town. I love Chicago… From: JoelMatthews joelmatth...@mac.com To: RBW Owners Bunch rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Sent: Sat, March 27, 2010 5:41:48 PM Subject: [RBW] Re: OK. So, I won't be buying a Roadeo.

Re: [RBW] Re: Gomez versus . . . (Was: Part #1 of a Three Part Question

2010-03-22 Thread Ray Shine
Thank you. Actually, I want the bike set up ala Hillborne, so maybe a Foy is the better option. I still like the lines of Ebisu and Soma better, though. From: Esteban proto...@gmail.com To: RBW Owners Bunch rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Sent: Mon, March

Re: [RBW] Bombadil in commuter configuration

2010-03-22 Thread Ray Shine
Looks great, Rene! I have used a basket on my Quickbeam and on my Jamis commuter. very useful. Can't imagine bike life without one. They are a throw-and-go device. I use the bungee net to hold stuff in. I really like it. From: Rene Sterental

Re: [RBW] Re: Gomez versus . . . (Was: Part #1 of a Three Part Question

2010-03-21 Thread Ray Shine
Thank you, everyone --- My handlebar choice will be (at the moment) either inverted Albatross or a set of Jitensha flat bars that I once had mounted on my Atlantis. Those bars still have the Paul thumbies and the Paul levers on them, so that is the option I'm leaning to. The other responses

Re: [RBW] Re: Gomez versus . . . (Was: Part #1 of a Three Part Question

2010-03-21 Thread Ray Shine
narrow it down to the RBW product or Ebisu. Money not an object, the Ebisu is the classiest. Since they are at least semi-custom, I wonder if you could get horizontal dropouts on one of those? Regards, Doug On Sun, Mar 21, 2010 at 3:45 PM, Ray Shine r.sh...@sbcglobal.net wrote: Thank you

Re: [RBW] Almost final: Sam Hill, the build saga continues.

2010-03-16 Thread Ray Shine
Excellent! Nice job. RS From: PATRICK MOORE bertin...@gmail.com To: rbw-owners-bunch rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Sent: Tue, March 16, 2010 8:37:20 AM Subject: [RBW] Almost final: Sam Hill, the build saga continues.

Re: [RBW] New Hunquapillar Video

2010-03-11 Thread Ray Shine
Yeah, the bike is fine, and all. But, I'd really like to know who made the music Please advise. Ray Sent From My iPhone On Mar 11, 2010, at 3:16 PM, John Bennett johnat...@gmail.com wrote: Great video make by Vaughn (camera) and Jay (riding and editing). Just posted on YouTube.

Re: [RBW] What vintage is my Quickbeam?

2010-03-02 Thread Ray Shine
The number is stamped into the bottom side of the bottom bracket. Use a light to shine on it from an obtuse angle to see it best, as the layers if paint can make the numbers difficult to read. Sent From My iPhone On Mar 2, 2010, at 11:01 AM, Bill Gibson bill.bgib...@gmail.com wrote: Dang -

Re: [RBW] Re: IGH

2010-02-18 Thread Ray Shine
Agree with Seth mostly, but my Alfine instructions were to place gear in 4th at the red line on the shift indicated. All else as he said. I've never had any trouble with the hub. Sent From My iPhone On Feb 18, 2010, at 9:50 AM, Seth Vidal skvi...@gmail.com wrote: On Thu, Feb 18, 2010 at

Re: [RBW] Re: Cross Levers Only?

2010-02-18 Thread Ray Shine
...@gmail.com wrote: List member Ray Shine set up his quickbeam exactly as you describe: http://www.cyclofiend.com/ssg/2007/ssg074-rayshine0307.html I've seen him ride it and it seems to work great for him. Maybe he'll chime in with further impressions... On Feb 18, 6:56 am, Dave Craig dcr

Re: [RBW] Hypothetical Bombadil trade and observations.

2010-02-11 Thread Ray Shine
Ahhh, the stereo-typical Rivendell conundrum. I own a Canti-Rom, Gen-1 Quickbeam, and an Atlantis (I also have a Jamis IGH that I commute on). The Canti-Rom is my old-man rendition of a fast road bike, although I did tour the Oregon Coast on it pulling a BOB trailer. The QB is just a fun

Re: [RBW] Re: A virtual sales brochure, and special offer

2010-02-09 Thread Ray Shine
I'm following this thread with great interest. I like too have as many bikes as the next fella, but correct me if I have this wrong… The new Hunka (sp?) is billed as a cross between the Sam and the Bomba. So, following that logic -- and the What Model? Flow Chart on the Riv site -- if one

Re: [RBW] Re: Hunqapillar da name

2010-01-26 Thread Ray Shine
Anyway who cares what it's called, if it's filling a niche between the atlantis and bombadil, you know it's going to be good. This is what escapes me about the new model. I mean, is there a niche gap between the Atlantis and the Bombadil? Can't either

Re: [RBW] Photos From SFR 200K

2010-01-25 Thread Ray Shine
You guys and gals are tough! All of you took some great pix, and they sure bring back many memories. It dates me a bit too much, but when I was a kid -- before Pt. Reyes became a National Seashore -- my great aunt and uncle lived on a holly orchard (yes, I said holly) on the mountain behind

Re: [RBW] MUSA Shorts/Pants Sizing question

2010-01-24 Thread Ray Shine
Matt -- I own three Riv's and lots of other stuff purchased from them. The only thing I'll NEVER buy again are the MUSA pants. Bad fit, pockets don't seal shut, and if you buy the non-black color it stains from the sweat after the first hard ride, and never goes away. In short, great bikes,

Re: [RBW] MUSA Shorts/Pants Sizing question

2010-01-24 Thread Ray Shine
and as an extra layer during the cycling day. Despite plenty of abuse-- touring!-- mine are not stained. Knickers would not suit me at all-- funny tan marks, and the knickers wouldn't keep the mosquitos off my legs in camp. My 6'3 son wears XL. On Sun, Jan 24, 2010 at 3:29 PM, Ray Shine r.sh...@sbcglobal.net

Re: [RBW] RBW Owners Google Map

2010-01-24 Thread Ray Shine
What is the distinction between the blue arrow points and the green cyclist points? From: Bryan @ Renaissance Bicycles renaissancebicyc...@gmail.com To: RBW Owners Bunch rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Sent: Sun, January 24, 2010 12:30:24 PM Subject: [RBW]

Re: [RBW] Re: this oughta be a motto for this group

2010-01-19 Thread Ray Shine
With kudos to your wife, I love that siggestion best of all for a motto: Why compare yourself to crazy people? It's perfect! From: Michael_S mikeybi...@rocketmail.com To: RBW Owners Bunch rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Sent: Tue, January 19, 2010 12:13:03

Re: [RBW] Quickbeam finished!

2010-01-18 Thread Ray Shine
Nice, job, Steve. I sure do like that color. I also much prefer the decals on your bike vs. the stock decals that came with my gen1 QB. You'll really like that bike, I'm sure. From: Frederick, Steve frede...@mail.lib.msu.edu To: Rbw-Owners-Bunch (E-mail)

Re: [RBW] Re: Batten Down, California (particularly NorCals) Coming At us!

2010-01-17 Thread Ray Shine
Remove the old boxes stacked on it, and dust off the old treadmill… From: cyclotourist cyclotour...@gmail.com To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Sent: Sun, January 17, 2010 9:47:52 AM Subject: Re: [RBW] Re: Batten Down, California (particularly NorCals)

Re: [RBW] Will riding a Rivendell make me self-conscious or overly worrisome?

2010-01-14 Thread Ray Shine
Buy the Hilborne, wear non-descript clothes, and enjoy the ride. Unless you're riding a fancy carbon framed bike with neon colors and dressed like a Paris street corner kiosk, no one will notice. Those that do will know something about steel bikes, but aren't likely to be the sort who would

Re: [RBW] Re: Will riding a Rivendell make me self-conscious or overly worrisome?

2010-01-14 Thread Ray Shine
Like a few others have mentioned, the make does matter. in another life, I was an avid motorcyclist, and have owned a whole array of bikes. On my BMWs, I never felt self-conscious or worried about theft. On my Harleys, however, it was just the opposite. I couldn't even feel comfortable

Re: [RBW] Re: Birthday Ride...on a Quickbeam

2010-01-12 Thread Ray Shine
On Jan 12, 12:35 am, Robert F. Harrison rfharri...@gmail.com wrote: Today (1/11) was my 52nd birthday which, quite frankly, seems unbelievable. Still it's true. :-) Ohhh! You kids! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the

Re: [RBW] Feeling Abondoned

2010-01-12 Thread Ray Shine
soap, however. Ray Shine From: Larry Powers lapower...@hotmail.com To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Sent: Tue, January 12, 2010 3:40:32 PM Subject: [RBW] Feeling Abondoned I am very glad that I have my bikes because the new Riv's with limited sizes

Re: [RBW] Re: East Coast Riv

2010-01-12 Thread Ray Shine
Not amazing at all. It's clever marketing by the big boys… From: cyclotourist cyclotour...@gmail.com To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Sent: Tue, January 12, 2010 7:12:16 PM Subject: Re: [RBW] Re: East Coast Riv It's amazing how the Riv Fit works so well,

Re: [RBW] Nitto Big Bag Rack + Berthoud fender incompatibility

2010-01-11 Thread Ray Shine
Yep! Use a Moto-Tool with small cutter if you have one. A hacksaw will work, but you may need to grind or file the stump flush. From: Rene Sterental orthie...@gmail.com To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Sent: Mon, January 11, 2010 1:57:39 AM Subject:

Re: [RBW] Pickups for SF Folks?

2010-01-07 Thread Ray Shine
You're right, Gino. I have on several occasions taken BART to Walnut Creek, then ride back to Fruitvale BART via Moraga, Canyon, Skyline, etc. My youngest and his family live in Alameda, and I generally stop there and visit. They live only a few blocks from the Alameda Ferry.

Re: [RBW] Re: Pickups for SF Folks?

2010-01-06 Thread Ray Shine
Very true, Jim. I support RBW to the extent that it's practical, but I agree with you about the small items available at local shops. It's true, however, that RBW does carry a bunch of fairly unique stuff, and that requires a trip over to Walnut Creek (more so to see the bikes!). Locally, I

Re: [RBW] Re: Rivendell Roadeo or Other

2010-01-04 Thread Ray Shine
That is one nice ride! Makes me want one…again… From: rperks perks@gmail.com To: RBW Owners Bunch rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Sent: Mon, January 4, 2010 8:58:17 PM Subject: [RBW] Re: Rivendell Roadeo or Other I was having a similar decision making

Re: [RBW] NYD Ride report. Bombadil goes riding with the big boys!

2010-01-02 Thread Ray Shine
Curious what your buds thought of the Bombadil. From: jinxed hbcl...@yahoo.com To: RBW Owners Bunch rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Sent: Fri, January 1, 2010 6:51:13 PM Subject: [RBW] NYD Ride report. Bombadil goes riding with the big boys! I have a couple

Re: [RBW] Re: New Years Day Ride

2010-01-02 Thread Ray Shine
And did you hear me complain about the dank and cool weather I rode in? I'm truly a spoiled, California wuss… Happy New Year, though! From: Pete Olson apol...@centurytel.net To: RBW Owners Bunch rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Sent: Sat, January 2, 2010

Re: [RBW] Re: B-17 vs. Champion Flyer

2009-12-27 Thread Ray Shine
I use a flyer on my commuter with uprights.  I like it, as it takes just enough of the rough stuff off.  I ride on 35s on the commuter, all pavement, of course.  For a period of time I had it mounted on my Atlantis with uprights and 35s, and that was OK, too.  But, I briefly mounted it on my

Re: [RBW] Year end summary and initial Bombadil feedback...

2009-12-27 Thread Ray Shine
Anytime, Rene! I love riding on the peninsula, and I ride CalTrain often (I have a CalTrain schedule app on my iPhone)  Although I am officially retired, I do have two other part-time jobs, each with its own office space.  Fortunately, both offices are within blocks of Downtown CalTrain.  Just

Re: [RBW] Re: My new Quickbeam

2009-12-26 Thread Ray Shine
complement the gold/yellow tape and gold brake cable housing. Your thoughts? Ron On Dec 25, 9:52 pm, Ray Shine r.sh...@sbcglobal.net wrote: I'm with i.e.  Sure looks good sans decals! --- On Fri, 12/25/09, i.e. ien...@gmail.com wrote: From: i.e. ien...@gmail.com Subject: [RBW] Re: My new Quickbeam

Re: [RBW] Christmas day Honjo Installation.

2009-12-26 Thread Ray Shine
Re: image 1981 -- I presume those red PJs are wool! --- On Sat, 12/26/09, manueljohnacosta manueljohnaco...@hotmail.com wrote: From: manueljohnacosta manueljohnaco...@hotmail.com Subject: [RBW] Christmas day Honjo Installation. To: RBW Owners Bunch rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Date:

Re: [RBW] Christmas Loot Pre-Ride Briefing

2009-12-25 Thread Ray Shine
Workstands are so handy.  Congrats!  I use mine all the time.  My loot is a nice pair of Ibex El Fitto riding knickers, which I have wanted for a long time.  I use other knicker brands, but have long wanted these.  I'll wear them today on my Christmas ride down to my son's home for the

Re: [RBW] Re: My new Quickbeam

2009-12-25 Thread Ray Shine
I'm with i.e.  Sure looks good sans decals! --- On Fri, 12/25/09, i.e. ien...@gmail.com wrote: From: i.e. ien...@gmail.com Subject: [RBW] Re: My new Quickbeam To: RBW Owners Bunch rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Date: Friday, December 25, 2009, 9:42 PM Wow! Are you sure you want to put

Re: [RBW] christmas day canti rom build

2009-12-25 Thread Ray Shine
Wade - Looking great, so far.  That crank set is a beaut!  What seat is that, and the wheels? --- On Fri, 12/25/09, Wade Vidal wvwheel...@comcast.net wrote: From: Wade Vidal wvwheel...@comcast.net Subject: [RBW] christmas day canti rom build To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Date: Friday,

Re: [RBW] A poll: Long distance riding with uprights?

2009-12-19 Thread Ray Shine
I used to have Jitensha uprights on my Atlantis with Paul thumbies and levers.  I didn't really like it that much, and switched to Noodles and DT shifters.  My hands suffered after about 20+ on the uprights. --- On Sat, 12/19/09, b hamon periwinkle...@yahoo.com wrote: From: b hamon

Re: [RBW] AHH with VO Porteur bars

2009-12-17 Thread Ray Shine
Brian -- very cool bike!  Love the wrapping job.   Question about the bars: prior to wrapping the bars, did you experiment with the lever placement at all? Specifically, did you try the feel of the ride with the levers mounted back more towards the bar ends? --- On Thu, 12/17/09, Brian Hanson

Re: [RBW] Quickbeam Chainring Clearance

2009-12-16 Thread Ray Shine
Good news! keep us posted.  I like the IGH/QB thing.  Waiting for updates. RS --- On Wed, 12/16/09, Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com wrote: From: Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com Subject: Re: [RBW] Quickbeam Chainring Clearance To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Date: Wednesday, December 16,

Re: [RBW] Grip Kings and Numb Feet

2009-12-15 Thread Ray Shine
Steve -- I should have added that Power Grips DO MOUNT to GripKing pedals.  Despite what some other posters are saying, mine were mounted quite well with just minor alterations. For instance, you must remove the reflectors from each pedal, and use a plastic spacer on the strap end side.  I

Re: [RBW] Grip Kings and Numb Feet

2009-12-15 Thread Ray Shine
Steve - These are the shoes I wore on my last tour.  They were very comfy on the Grip Kings. http://www.fiveten.com/ --- On Tue, 12/15/09, Ray Shine r.sh...@sbcglobal.net wrote: From: Ray Shine r.sh...@sbcglobal.net Subject: Re: [RBW] Grip Kings and Numb Feet To: rbw-owners-bunch

Re: [RBW] Grip Kings and Numb Feet

2009-12-15 Thread Ray Shine
I see that the link didn't work. The model of the shoe I wore is the Freerider. --- On Tue, 12/15/09, Ray Shine r.sh...@sbcglobal.net wrote: From: Ray Shine r.sh...@sbcglobal.net Subject: Re: [RBW] Grip Kings and Numb Feet To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Date: Tuesday, December 15, 2009, 9

Re: [RBW] Grip Kings and Numb Feet

2009-12-15 Thread Ray Shine
, the arch over the spindle as Dave mentioned, or with your heels closer to center which is great for going up hills. Tailwinds... From: Ray Shine r.sh...@sbcglobal.net To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Sent: Tue, December 15, 2009 10:51:31 AM Subject: Re: [RBW] Grip Kings and Numb Feet Steve

Re: [RBW] Quickbeam Chainring Clearance

2009-12-15 Thread Ray Shine
Barely any!  I have often thought that the slightest tweak of the chain ring would cause it to hit the stay each revolution.  Haven't ever had that problem, though. --- On Tue, 12/15/09, Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com wrote: From: Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com Subject: [RBW] Quickbeam

Re: [RBW] ST Glove review

2009-12-13 Thread Ray Shine
OK, I give. What are ST gloves? --- On Sun, 12/13/09, EricP ericpl...@aol.com wrote: From: EricP ericpl...@aol.com Subject: [RBW] ST Glove review To: RBW Owners Bunch rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Date: Sunday, December 13, 2009, 12:32 PM Mind you, this is not a full on, long term review. 

Re: [RBW] Re: ST Glove review - Rivendell winter gloves

2009-12-13 Thread Ray Shine
are a bit more encumbered.  Might be a factor with brifter equipped bikes.  However, was still able to operate my winter camera with them on. Eric Platt St. Paul, MN On Dec 13, 3:16�pm, Ray Shine r.sh...@sbcglobal.net wrote: OK, I give. What are ST gloves? --- On Sun, 12/13/09, EricP ericpl

Re: [RBW] New Rivendell Frames, Last Chance Atlantis

2009-12-11 Thread Ray Shine
Don't know if many of you folks have seen this yet, but there is a Bombadil frame set for sale on the Bay with HORIZONTAL drop outs!  Very interesting.

Re: [RBW] Bombadil in the Working Bikes Gallery

2009-12-11 Thread Ray Shine
Nice.  Looks like a stout craft, indeed. --- On Fri, 12/11/09, CycloFiend cyclofi...@earthlink.net wrote: From: CycloFiend cyclofi...@earthlink.net Subject: [RBW] Bombadil in the Working Bikes Gallery To: rbw group rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Date: Friday, December 11, 2009, 8:16 AM Five

Re: [RBW] Rivendell Demographic? --Was LHT tigged Rivendell?

2009-12-11 Thread Ray Shine
Jim -- Although I have not perceived a snob attitude by Rivvers toward Surly, I will second everything you said about the company and its bikes.  When I am on tour, I see more Surley LHTs tahn just about any other heavy touring machine, and certainly more so than Riv's.  For the money, it's

Re: [RBW] Can't Open RBW Site (On Mac?)

2009-12-10 Thread Ray Shine
Still can't get in. The link says. Hmm… it looks like you’ve followed an old link. You can either go to the Rivendell home page, or if you think there’s a problem with the site, let us know. Seems this happened once or twice before. Something to do with Mac's or with Firefox, or something. 

Re: [RBW] Can't Open RBW Site

2009-12-10 Thread Ray Shine
Thanks, Seth, but what's that mean to me?  I have not changed one thing on my computer, and I accessed the site yesterday.  What is my problem? --- On Thu, 12/10/09, Seth Vidal skvi...@gmail.com wrote: From: Seth Vidal skvi...@gmail.com Subject: Re: [RBW] Can't Open RBW Site To:

Re: [RBW] Run Over Your Rambouillet, Get a Roadeo

2009-12-09 Thread Ray Shine
Welcome to the group!   So, how much would you take for the crunched frame? --- On Wed, 12/9/09, franklyn frankly...@gmail.com wrote: From: franklyn frankly...@gmail.com Subject: [RBW] Run Over Your Rambouillet, Get a Roadeo To: RBW Owners Bunch rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Date:

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