[RBW] [song] The Ride

2017-07-24 Thread Ray Varella
He recorded a follow up song to that one called "Acoustic Motorbike" As you may have guessed, unplugged is sans motor. Thanks for posting. Ray -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop

[RBW] Re: Let's hear it for the blue Hubbuhubbuhs

2017-07-22 Thread Ray Varella
Thanks Joe and John, I'm pretty happy with how good of a match the orange is. Maybe a couple other small bits will get powder coated. Holler if you see me Joe, you can take it for a cruise. Ray -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners

Re: [RBW] Dog trailer for bikes - any experience or recommendations?

2017-07-20 Thread Ray Varella
Is your dog crate trained? If I were transporting a dog behind me, I would want him/her safely in a crate. A crate could easily be mounted on a flatbed trailer. I've worked with dogs for many years and even a well trained dog raised from a pup is not 100% predictable 100% of the time. You

Re: [RBW] What are Hubbuh tandem owners using for pumps?

2017-07-19 Thread Ray Varella
Mini pump over frame fit pumps? If they work well then I'm willing to give one a try. Big fat 2.4" tires at well below 70# for sure. Thanks guys. Ray -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and

Re: [RBW] Re: Let's hear it for the blue Hubbuhubbuhs

2017-07-19 Thread Ray Varella
Drag brakes make really good parking brakes as well. I would probably use one even if I lived where it's flat. I thought I had a bunch of red housing but I couldn't find it. I sprung for the orange and a friend of mine had some orange powder so he coated the cages to match. It's a good

[RBW] 4mm cable slips through drag brake arm clamp

2017-07-19 Thread Ray Varella
Call Paul and see if they have a suggestion. I bought an Avid BB7 for mine, I got the one you adjust each pad independently, it works perfectly with a friction thumbshifter. It was easy to fine tune with the adjusters. Drag brakes make great parking brakes as well. Ray -- You received this

[RBW] What are Hubbuh tandem owners using for pumps?

2017-07-19 Thread Ray Varella
As the header asks, what are you running for a pump and where did you place it? Nothing in my current arsenal is a good fit. For a data point, mine is a small frame model. Thank you, Ray -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group.

[RBW] Re: Snoqualmie Wow

2017-06-16 Thread Ray Varella
You're welcome Patrick. Ray -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send

[RBW] Re: Snoqualmie Wow

2017-06-16 Thread Ray Varella
Patrick, I divided an 8oz bottle between three tubes. I turned the bottle upside down and then marked it with a sharpie. The amount of air space at the top of the bottle would make it harder to guess at the amount accurately. Make sense? I'm not particularly exact with air pressure. I

[RBW] Re: Snoqualmie Wow

2017-06-16 Thread Ray Varella
Deacon Patrick, Several months ago I rode through a mine field of goatheads and switched to Patrick Moores method of orange seal in tubes. Since then, I've pulled a number of goatheads out of my tires, watched a little bubbling take place and ride on. No flats since. We'll

Re: [RBW] Rear hub for Atlantis build: WI or PW?

2017-06-14 Thread Ray Varella
Issac, You may want to peruse the archives of the tandem list and see what holds up well on tandems. In the past, I've had very good luck with Phil wood freewheel hubs but their cassette hubs don't seem to have the same durability. I have little experience with cassette hubs but I've

[RBW] WTB: 43T, 110 S!LVER chainring

2017-06-13 Thread Ray Varella
Rivendell has them on their site. Ray -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this

Re: [RBW] Re: OT: Is there any effective protection for iPhone 6 glass?

2017-06-13 Thread Ray Varella
Patrick, What makes the 6 and newer phones more fragile is the glass goes all the way to the edge of the phone and there is no protective frame border built in to the casing. It makes for a slimmer phone with larger screens but if the phone tops and lands on the edge, the glass breaks.

[RBW] HHH frame just arrived

2017-06-13 Thread Ray Varella
Sleep on the plane. As for the 2.4" tires, if you are referring to the Super Motos that you suggested to me, they look like a big fat road racing motorcycle tire with plenty of clearance. Those tires were made for these frames and should eat up just about any surface you run them on. Ray --

Re: [RBW] Rear rack adapter for Hubbuhubbuh tandems?

2017-06-10 Thread Ray Varella
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[RBW] Rear rack adapter for Hubbuhubbuh tandems?

2017-06-10 Thread Ray Varella
Does anyone recall mention of an adapter for putting a rack on the HHH tandems! I seem to recall reading that there would be some sort of adapter but I could be mistaken. Thank you, Ray -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To

[RBW] Riv Atlantis shifter cable routing (Bottom Bracket guide?)

2017-06-07 Thread Ray Varella
If you are talking about ridges cast into the bottom bracket shell, then yes. The cables ride in the channels of the ridges. If it's something different, you may want to post a picture. Ray -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch"

[RBW] Re: New Riv Model - Newsletter

2017-06-05 Thread Ray Varella
I've got a Mtn Mixte from the first batch and my PBH is about 78. The bike is a great fit so don't think you need to be Roman's size to fit one well. I found myself just a tiny bit stretched out with standard Bullmoose bars but with Albatross and a 9cm stem, the reach is perfect. I ride it

[RBW] FS: Nitto, Tubus, etc. racks, Tektro levers, bags.

2017-06-05 Thread Ray Varella
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[RBW] Re: Can someone check my wheel size math

2017-06-04 Thread Ray Varella
I'll second what Justin said, nice 650 x 42B ride great as road tires. my 650 bike with 42s vs my lean road bike that carries nothing, both complete the same rides within a bathroom stop of each other. Plus, when you see that dirt road, you can just dive right onto it with your 42s. Ray --

Re: [RBW] Re: On downsizing (and the 1 bike, and 650b)

2017-05-30 Thread Ray Varella
One other thing to consider and it may have already been mentioned. If you go with two sets of wheels, consider having the width of the rims very close or the same as each other. If you have to completely readjust your brakes every time you make a wheel swap, you won't be as likely to get all

[RBW] Re: Rear disc question for Hubbuhubbuh

2017-05-29 Thread Ray Varella
Thanks Jim and Rene, This clarifies things. Cheers, Ray -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To

[RBW] Rear disc question for Hubbuhubbuh

2017-05-27 Thread Ray Varella
I don't have much experience with disc brakes. I'm planning to run a cable actuated disc as a drag brake on the HHH. There was a Blug post that said to run a 40mm bracket with a 180mm rotor on the small size tandem. The bracket on mine measures 50mm on center for the mounting screws. To

[RBW] Re: What tires are people running on their Hubbuhubbuhs?

2017-05-27 Thread Ray Varella
We will have to see pictures of that combo Jim S. I saw that orange and it's wild. I went with the Schwalbe Super Motos. They look like big fat motorcycle tires. I'm looking forward to trying them out. I don't know how they'll ride but they should wear really well. Ray -- You received this

Re: [RBW] Re: The One in Which LeahFoy Races the Carbon Riders Up Killer Hill

2017-05-24 Thread Ray Varella
Leah, If you are a Costco member, just log onto their photo department, upload the images you want to print, choose the size you want, they have a cropping feature so you can set the image up the way you want it. Place your order and either pick it up at the store or have it mailed to

Re: [RBW] What tires are people running on their Hubbuhubbuhs?

2017-05-19 Thread Ray Varella
Thank you Iconley Ray -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to

Re: [RBW] What tires are people running on their Hubbuhubbuhs?

2017-05-18 Thread Ray Varella
I suspect all the tires listed are great choices, there are so many good tires in this wheel size. Iconley, Do those Super Motos run true to size or are they also undersized like the Big Bens. I'm not planning on running fenders for the time being. Thanks all, Ray -- You received this

[RBW] What tires are people running on their Hubbuhubbuhs?

2017-05-18 Thread Ray Varella
Intended use is multipurpose, road, trail, hardpack fireroad etc... Nothing technical. Thank you, Ray -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to

[RBW] What tires are people running on their Hubbuhubbuhs?

2017-05-18 Thread Ray Varella
Just curious what sort of tire choices people are making for their tandems. I'm thinking about starting with something in the 2.00"-2.25". Schwalbe and Continental both have some nice looking tires. The Riv site is currently out on a couple of them but I can wait for a little while. The

[RBW] Re: Large orange HHH build, shake down ride

2017-05-18 Thread Ray Varella
Nice! My experience with tandems is, they handle crosswinds better than most singles. I suspect these tandems will prove to be very stable. I thought the orange was a great color and adds to the fun factor. Ray -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups

[RBW] Re: FS: Bosco, Albatross, Sackville, Silver/shimano shifters, VP Pedals, Nitto Stems

2017-05-15 Thread Ray Varella
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Re: [RBW] Leah's Bicycle Bus! (and question)

2017-05-15 Thread Ray Varella
Just out of curiosity, are there any traffic cameras or security cameras that can put this guy behind the wheel? You won't get him for DUI but you may be able to put some pressure on the police to get him for some sort of wreckless endangerment. Ray -- You received this message because you

Re: [RBW] Hubbuh Gears

2017-05-15 Thread Ray Varella
Getting in sync with your stoker has a huge role in riding uphill. This is particularly true if you try to stand for hills. On my road oriented tandem, I have 30 tooth front and 30 tooth rear. This has been an issue with less experienced stokers and has had ME standing and going as hard as I

Re: [RBW] Cork grips shellac - clear vs. amber

2017-05-11 Thread Ray Varella
Rene, That may be the best option yet. Who knew. Ray -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to

Re: [RBW] Cork grips shellac - clear vs. amber

2017-05-11 Thread Ray Varella
I did it for vanity Ryan. I've used the cork grips in their raw state and they end up looking dirty. They probably function better with no coating since the cork maintains it's nice dry texture. I'm sure very few, if any, fishermen shellacked the cork handles on their fishing rods. Ray

Re: [RBW] Orange Hubbuhubbah WOW!

2017-05-10 Thread Ray Varella
I get that Kai except if the bars are to high it puts the wrists at an awkward angle. Not so much if they were a bit lower. Ray -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails

[RBW] Orange Hubbuhubbah WOW!

2017-05-10 Thread Ray Varella
I got to see the orange tandem in the steel today. Anyone getting one is in for a great experience. All the colors are great but that orange just screams Funhouse. Mine is blue and it will take a little while before I can gather everything to build it. These really are some of the best

Re: [RBW] Cork grips shellac - clear vs. amber

2017-05-09 Thread Ray Varella
Just another data point. I have several sets of those grips. Two sets were done with amber and one with clear. I can't see a bit of difference between them. Ray Vallejo CA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe

Re: [Ext] Re: [RBW] Re: The Hubbuhubbuhs are here!

2017-05-09 Thread Ray Varella
That orange looks great! Who is going to be the one who starts the tandem gallery so we can see them all in one place. Bill mentioned his feeling quite normal as a single. I have ridden my tandem solo to pick up other people, the only issue is the rear wheel being easy to lock up with no

[RBW] Re: OT: Japanese Woodworking

2017-04-29 Thread Ray Varella
Patrick, Hida tool has been mentioned, when you talk with them, ask about the magazine "Sukyia Living" it used to be called the Journal of Japanese Gardening. There are numerous carpenters who work in Japanese Gardening and the publisher of the magazine will furnish a list of

Re: [RBW] Re: Braking for Tandems - from the Santana website

2017-04-21 Thread Ray Varella
Rene, I've always used shifter cables in mine. I've never given it a second thought but I routinely inspect brake cables, doubly so on my tandem. Drag brakes also make excellent perking brakes which makes parking a tandem a bit easier. Ray -- You received this message because you are

Re: [RBW] Re: Braking for Tandems - from the Santana website

2017-04-20 Thread Ray Varella
I've had a tandem for over 30 years and my drag brake is an Arai drum. It has been controlled by a Suntour bar on until recently and it is now controlled by a Suntour thumbshifter. In many years of tandeming, with numerous different stokers, it is my humble opinion that it is asking a lot of

[RBW] For sale Trico Sports hardshell iron case and truck bed bar

2017-04-20 Thread Ray Varella
Trico Iron Case is sold. Truck bed rack still available. Thank you, Ray -- 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] For sale Trico Sports hardshell iron case and truck bed bar

2017-04-14 Thread Ray Varella
First item is the Trico Sports Iron Case Hardshell bike transport case Interior foam, straps, buckles, case etc... all in very good condition. Only issue is where previous owners name was covered with primer, it's a couple shades darker than the case. Otherwise, zero issues $120 Second is a bar

[RBW] FS: Sackville Med Saddalesack

2017-04-14 Thread Ray Varella
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[RBW] Re: New Batch of Rosco Mixtes - Maybe

2017-04-10 Thread Ray Varella
John, The Thunder Burts on there are labeled 2.1. When I was looking at bikes at Riv and talking with Roman about his, I'm pretty sure he had Continental 2.3s on his. These bikes were made with Appaloosa forks and he said they try to match chainstay clearance to fork clearance when they

Re: [RBW] Re: book of possible interest to Rivendell riders

2017-04-10 Thread Ray Varella
I'll admit to having a few fountain pens here. I've owned them for nearly 3 decades. Parker, Waterman and Pelikan. If you care to spring for the gold nibs, they are supposed to be more flexible. I'm not sure if it's a myth or nor but folklore used to say that you shouldn't let other people

[RBW] Re: New Batch of Rosco Mixtes - Maybe

2017-04-08 Thread Ray Varella
On Wednesday, March 22, 2017 at 8:58:12 AM UTC-7, Charlie R wrote: > I received a Rivendell email yesterday about another possible batch of the > Rosco sort of mountain mixte.  Sounds like the same as the last batch with > maybe a different color.  Cost is estimated to be $800 without bottom >

Re: [RBW] Re: New Batch of Rosco Mixtes - Maybe

2017-04-04 Thread Ray Varella
I'll add an endorsement, I have one out of the first batch and it's a great and versatile bike. Because of the wide range of people it will fit, it can be used for guests as well. Most bikes won't be quite as flexible in regards to sizes of riders it will fit. Ray Vallejo CA -- You

Re: [RBW] Re: book of possible interest to Rivendell riders

2017-03-31 Thread Ray Varella
I'd like to add another thought to this discussion, it has to do with public radio vs mainstream corporate media. Here in the San Francisco Bay Area, we have a couple great public radio stations that play a very diverse mix of programming. The hosts bring their own tastes and flavors to the

Re: [RBW] Re: book of possible interest to Rivendell riders

2017-03-30 Thread Ray Varella
Patrick et al, One thing that vinyl used to add, and I can't say if it does today, is the element of listening to an entire side or both sides of an album. Add some friends to the mix and you pass around the album cover, read the liner notes and anything else the band or

[RBW] Re: Advice on Choosing a New Rivendell Appaloosa, Hillborne or Clem

2017-03-23 Thread Ray Varella
Given that you already have a Romulus, the Sam will be closer to that than the other two. There is another option that would allow both you and your wife to use the same bike, get on the list for one of the Roscoe Mtn Mixte. As of yesterday, they had five people committed and wanted eight to

[RBW] Re: New Batch of Rosco Mixtes - Maybe

2017-03-22 Thread Ray Varella
I think you can key off the 55m Cheviut for sizing, seat tube is within a half centimeter and the top tube length is about the same.and it takes pretty fat tires, a fair bit fatter than the Chev. Ray -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW

[RBW] Re: New Batch of Rosco Mixtes - Maybe

2017-03-22 Thread Ray Varella
For anyone in the S.F. Bay Area, if you are on the fence about ordering one, you are welcome to testride mine. I rode it this morning. They are really nice and quite a bargain IMHO Ray Vallejo CA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners

[RBW] Helpful resources for building a bike at home?

2017-03-16 Thread Ray Varella
For decades I owned a Park professional shop stand and a few years ago I sold it in an effort to clear up some space. I don't miss it a bit. I don't build as many bikes as I used to but still build some and do lots of maintenance. I would buy a bench mount stand if I ever bought another

[RBW] Handmade Bicycle Basket

2017-03-09 Thread Ray Varella
Email rayvarella007 at gmail dot com for inquiries and more pictures. Thank you. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to

Re: [RBW] Re: Atlantis now redundant?

2017-03-06 Thread Ray Varella
Patrick, I just sent the PDF that Grant posted. Check your email and see if you are able to open it. Ray Vallejo CA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it,

[RBW] Re: OT: dual monitor question

2017-03-05 Thread Ray Varella
A few years back I was looking for a flat screen tv to view some of my photos. I took my laptop with me to a shop with dozens of tvs and told the salesman what I was doing. I hooked my computer up to a couple dozen different tvs. The picture quality BY FAR was best on plasma screens. The

[RBW] Re: MUSA clothing for sale

2017-03-05 Thread Ray Varella
Steve, I sent you a pm You can reach me at rayvarella007 at gmail dot com if the shorts are still available. Thank you, Ray -- 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

Re: [RBW] Re: New tires, perhaps?

2017-02-28 Thread Ray Varella
If you go back and look at the original pics that Leah posted, you can see brake wear at the spokes and see the eyelets pulling away from the rim. I don't know how much wear that rim has but if the sidewalls are worn enough to cause the sidewalls to bulge at the spoke holes then it's a pretty

Re: [RBW] Re: Cheviot touring?

2017-02-25 Thread Ray Varella
I've had a couple bikes that I used clamp on water bottle cages on. They used to come with clamps that looked very similar to cable guide clamps but had a little dimple instead of a channel. I used them from the early 70s up through the late 90s. They were the only thing I used when frames

Re: [RBW] Re: New tires, perhaps?

2017-02-24 Thread Ray Varella
The tires might not pick up as much detritus once they get a little scuffed. Hopefully. Your encounter with the fellow at the bike shop made for an interesting juxtaposition. Even when I rode 300 miles a week, I never thought it was expensive I must have been doing it wrong. Cycling is a

Re: [RBW] Cheviot touring?

2017-02-24 Thread Ray Varella
Bob, I think Riv is pretty conservative in how they rate their bikes. I don't have a Cheviut but I recently got one of their Roscoe Mixte frames. >From my initial experiences with it, I would not hesitate to load it up for a >tour. I'm certain it could handle full size panniers plus a

[RBW] Re: Roscoe Mixte Pics

2017-02-24 Thread Ray Varella
Ryan, There is also a film about the author of that book. He ended up marrying the woman who made the film and he is no longer living in the area. The flock has split into two flocks and the fractal flock is living down near the S.F airport. That species of Macaws have a wingspan of

[RBW] Re: Roscoe Mixte Pics

2017-02-24 Thread Ray Varella
No Ryan, the parrots of telegraph hill are conures. These are my own birds that I fly, they are Macaws. Cheers, and thank you. Ray -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails

[RBW] Re: Roscoe Mixte Pics

2017-02-24 Thread Ray Varella
Yes Mark, the red Pterodactyls are quite an issue around here ;) The bike rides great and the liftatube is quite useful. Yes Shoji, I agree about the fork. It's one of the nicest crowns I've seen in a long time and it fits pretty fat tires. I don't mind Marty, thank you. When I loaded the

Re: [RBW] Re: Tires for HHH tandem

2017-02-22 Thread Ray Varella
Using them on road exclusively or on trails? Did you ask that Rene? I'm sure they will roll great. I'll be curious to hear how they hold up on bumpy and rutted trails. Those HHH tandems will make really fun trail bikes. Ray Vallejo. -- You received this message because you are

[RBW] How much actual rise does the RBW Bullmoose handlebar have?

2017-02-22 Thread Ray Varella
Joe is correct Chris. By placing a straight edge across the ends of the bar, there is at least a full centimeter of rise from the center of the bar. Ray Vallejo CA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from

[RBW] How much actual rise does the RBW Bullmoose handlebar have?

2017-02-22 Thread Ray Varella
Chris, I get 130mm for that measurement. Ray Vallejo CA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to

Re: [RBW] Re: New tires, perhaps?

2017-02-21 Thread Ray Varella
That is a lot of bells. Perhaps you should consider adding a HonkaHoota to the mix. It would really add to his one man band handlebar. Ray Vallejo CA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and

[RBW] Re: Tires for HHH tandem

2017-02-21 Thread Ray Varella
Tandems have some ratty significant advantages over singles in terms of headwinds, crosswinds, downhills and general cruising. A sturdier tire will not handicap general riding, especially on the cruiser/bomber type tandem the HHH will be. The tandem I've owned for many years has both a

[RBW] Re: Grant's Other Book

2017-02-21 Thread Ray Varella
Hmmm, perhaps years ago when the book was written, Skinner may have been misunderstood but in today's world he is widely regarded (relatively speaking) as bringing the practice of operant conditioning to the mainstream practice of working with animals and people with extreme learning

Re: [RBW] New tires, perhaps?

2017-02-17 Thread Ray Varella
Leah, Not to be devils advocate, but if you are using your bike for everyday transportation and or recreation, it makes good sense to have a second bike. I've ever been reliant on a shop for my repairs and maintenance but there have been many occasions where I was leaving for work and

[RBW] Roscoe Mtn Mixte on the road.

2017-02-16 Thread Ray Varella
Guilty! I kicked myself for not bringing a camera along, especially when I stopped to admire a Peregrine Falcon basking in the sun and a minute later a Turkey Vulture came and landed nearly on top of him, needless to say, the Falcon left. One of the reasons for building this bike is to carry a

[RBW] Roscoe Mtn Mixte on the road.

2017-02-16 Thread Ray Varella
Got my Roscoe on the road and took it for a couple hour ride today. I must admit, it rides every bit as good, probably even better than the custom Allrounder it replaced. It was a parts bin build. Sugino AT triple cranks w/Phil BB Rich Built Dyad/Aeroheat 650b wheels 8 speed 13-32 Suntour XC

[RBW] Re: Only three more mountain mixtes remain....

2017-02-15 Thread Ray Varella
I picked mine up and just need to add brakes and fine tune it. My neighborhood is flat so I rode it a bit yesterday evening. It's a very nimble and light riding bike so far. I can't wait to get out and get a good couple rides on it. Ray Vallejo CA -- You received this message because you

Re: [RBW] Re: PSA: VP Pedals on sale

2017-02-12 Thread Ray Varella
I treat my favorite bike/parts sellers the same way I treat my local hardware store. I go there first. I want them to stay in business because they provide a level of knowledge and courtesy that a big box or large anonymous online seller does not. When you deal with people who have invested

[RBW] Re: Only three more mountain mixtes remain....

2017-02-11 Thread Ray Varella
So, what tires to run is the next question. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to

[RBW] Re: Only three more mountain mixtes remain....

2017-02-10 Thread Ray Varella
Where did you guys see a picture of Will's upcoming Mixte? Ray Vallejo CA -- 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] Only three more mountain mixtes remain....

2017-02-10 Thread Ray Varella
Bob, It should take a fatter tire than a 50. It has the same fork crown as the Appaloosa. If you look at the staff bikes you can see the one Roman set up. It has 55s on it and they aren't (to my taste) crowded. When I saw that bike the other day, those tires looked plenty fat for

[RBW] Re: Only three more mountain mixtes remain....

2017-02-10 Thread Ray Varella
Different enough that it would be worth considering. It's able to take fatter tires, likely to draw less attention and begs to be a rough stuff utilitarian steed. Ray Vallejo CA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To

[RBW] Re: Only three more mountain mixtes remain....

2017-02-10 Thread Ray Varella
Phillip, Just curious, why do you think a 55 Cheviut is too big? Aren't the top tube distances the same as on the Roscoe? Ray Vallejo CA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop

[RBW] Only three more mountain mixtes remain....

2017-02-10 Thread Ray Varella
I've been really tempted by one of those myself. I testrode one with bull moose bars, it's a tad long in the top tube but could work fine with different bars. By comparison, the 51cm Appaloosa was a perfect fit with the same bars but a little snug on standover. Both great bikes and both

Re: [RBW] Re: OMG! Egg misguidance from Rivendell

2017-02-04 Thread Ray Varella
Patrick, Flipping eggs is a fluid motion, gently work the pan in a slightly downward arc away from you at at the outermost point of the arc, give a gentle flip while returning the pan back towards youto catch the airborne omelette. Be sure to make sure the contents of the pan are loose

[RBW] Re: ?Appaloosa versus Sam Hillborne

2017-02-03 Thread Ray Varella
Marc, How large of a tire do you want to ride? The Appaloosa will take a considerably larger tire. There are lots of choices these days in high quality tires in really fat sizes. There is very little handicap in running 55mm tires and they really make a bike more versatile. They are

[RBW] Re: Which bike for hippie music?

2017-01-30 Thread Ray Varella
Tim, I grew up at the base of Mt Diablo and have ridden just about every road and trail in that county. I don't have a Rodeo but my road bike is pretty similar, i run 35mm tires on it and I would ride most of the fire trails in the Diablo environs on it. Moab is a bit different, I would

[RBW] Re: Easiest way to transport Saluki on Southwest

2017-01-19 Thread Ray Varella
Justin, You can pm me anytime rayvarella007 at gee male dot com The offer stands for anyone else in the Bay Area who wants to borrow a hard shell case to transport a bike. Ray Vallejo CA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch"

[RBW] Re: Easiest way to transport Saluki on Southwest

2017-01-17 Thread Ray Varella
Where are you traveling from Justin? I'm in the San Francisco Bay Area and have a hard shell case you are welcome to use. Ray Vallejo CA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving

[RBW] Has anyone used this bell?

2017-01-08 Thread Ray Varella
I concur Carla. However, I do have several different Japanese bells on different bikes and I especially like the double ringer bell on my tandem, it makes for a cheerful greeting when riding close to people and it gives the stoker an opportunity to interact with strangers as we go by. Ray

[RBW] Has anyone used this bell?

2017-01-07 Thread Ray Varella
Thanks Will, That's very helpful. Cheers, Ray Vallejo CA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To

[RBW] Has anyone used this bell?

2017-01-07 Thread Ray Varella
https://www.bargaintiger.com/products/modern-bike-bell Has anyone seen these? Used one? It's unfortunate they don't have a sound bite so we can hear it. Ray Vallejo CA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from

[RBW] WTB Cassette 13-30 or?

2016-12-31 Thread Ray Varella
Hi all, Does anyone have an 8 speed cassette, (Shimano compatible) that they want to sell. Anything with a high of 13 or 14 teeth and a low of 30 or more. Thank you, Ray Vallejo CA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To

[RBW] Re: Quest for a winter biking/running/hiking shoe

2016-12-31 Thread Ray Varella
Patrick, Have you talked with the folks at Russell Moccasin. I have a hard time finding shoes that fit well because my feet are different sizes. Russel makes shoes in just about any configuration you need. The prices are not exactly cheap but the quality, fit and workmanship is

Re: [RBW] Re: Jones and Hunq

2016-12-18 Thread Ray Varella
I've wondered the same thing in regards to how does one individual fit themselves to a Jones bike. I don't have any experience with BMX bikes (or the Jones for that matter) but rode 26" wheel Schwinn cruisers for years. Several of my friends rode them as well. There was over 12" difference in

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: 650b Grand Bois Cypres tire set

2016-12-18 Thread Ray Varella
I purchased some of the first run 650 x 32B Cypres and they were white label/wire bead. The green label/folding bead has a different composition. It was either the rubber compound or casing being changed to reduce rolling resistance, I don't recall which but the Hetres debuted around that time

[RBW] PSA Regarding Xylitol in Diabetic friendly pumpkin pie

2016-12-13 Thread Ray Varella
I was reading Grant's blahg with a good sounding recipe for diabetic-friendly pumpkin pie. There is no place to respond on the blahg so I'm posting here, apologies for the off topic. Xylitol is very toxic to dogs, it can cause hypoglycemia and liver failure. Im not writing this to be

[RBW] Re: Help pulling Sugino triple crank

2016-11-30 Thread Ray Varella
You're missing a metal button off the end of your puller. It should be a bit larger. It may have broken off without you knowing it. Ray Vallejo CA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop

[RBW] Re: Help pulling Sugino triple crank

2016-11-30 Thread Ray Varella
If you are absolutely, positively certain that there is no washer still in the hole then it is remotely possible your crank was not milled out properly. Seems unlikely but it is possible. I've used a pickle fork to remove a crank with stripped threads before, it works very well, just make

Re: [RBW] Rivendell Goat Gloves

2016-11-28 Thread Ray Varella
Leah, If you showed up with hot broth on a cold day, I wouldn't care if you were in a housecoat and slippers. I don't have any experience with the goat gloves but I used a similar deerskin glove for motorcycle gloves down to the 30s and they were fine. My niece used to tease me for

Re: [RBW] Which light is this

2016-11-27 Thread Ray Varella
Gladly Ashwath, I'm on a mobile and can't access your email address. If you PM me at rayvarella...@gmail.com I'll send you some pics. Ray Vallejo CA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop

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