Re: [RBW] Re: Anyone have Rivendell Reader #23?

2019-03-18 Thread Reed Kennedy
Great stuff! I've replaced the incomplete copy that was at http://notfine.com/rivreader/ <http://notfine.com/rivreader/RR23.pdf> with the good version Shoji provided. Thanks Shoji! Best, Reed Kennedy San Francisco, CA On Mon, Mar 18, 2019 at 8:54 AM Shoji Takahashi wrote: > Hi Reed,

Re: [RBW] Re: Anyone have Rivendell Reader #23?

2019-03-18 Thread Reed Kennedy
Sadly the copy Marty was kind enough to send was missing the same pages as the one on my site. Does anyone have a paper copy of Rivendell Reader #23 that includes pages 19 and 20? Best, Reed Kennedy San Francisco, CA On Mon, Mar 18, 2019 at 2:44 AM Marty Gierke, Stewartstown PA < martinp

[RBW] Anyone have Rivendell Reader #23?

2019-03-17 Thread Reed Kennedy
I just realized the copy of Rivendell Reader #23 up on my site is missing a *bunch* of pages. Including the pages on the Boxy Bag that I wanted to re-read. Does anyone have a paper copy that they could scan? Or send to me so I can scan? Best, Reed Kennedy San Francisco, CA -- You received

[RBW] WTB: Racktop Riv bag in Large (TrunkSack, Big Loafer, etc)

2019-03-17 Thread Reed Kennedy
, large TrunkSack, or other bigger Riv racktop bag they’d be willing to part with? Happy to pay or trade at your preference. Best, Reed Kennedy San Francisco, CA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from

Re: [RBW] NAHBS iBOB/Riv list Get-Together and Garage Sale, Sat 3/16

2019-02-20 Thread Reed Kennedy
Sounds great Jeremy! Some buddies and I are gathering for NAHBS and would love to come by. Thanks fro hosting! Reed On Tue, Feb 19, 2019 at 2:25 PM Jeremy Till wrote: > NAHBS is once again in my town this year (Sacramento) so I thought I'd > host a little get together for people on the iBOB

[RBW] Re: FotR: Group campsites got

2019-01-18 Thread Reed Kennedy
Nice work Justin! These campsites are not easy to get. Looking forward to riding with y'all this summer! Reed On Fri, Jan 18, 2019 at 8:16 AM 'Justin August' via Bay Area Rivendell Riders wrote: > Hey folks- > I have been able to secure the Devil’s Gulch group campsites in samuel P > taylor

[RBW] Re: Boyz on the Hoods: 4th Annual Escape from Super Bowl Weekend Campout

2019-01-17 Thread Reed Kennedy
Also in +1! Willow and I are planning to make this our first tandem campout! Quite stoked. (See what I did there?) Reed On Thu, Jan 17, 2019 at 2:26 PM wrote: > BUMP! Who's getting ready for some early season bike camping action? > > On Monday, January 7, 2019 at 8:45:36 AM UTC-8,

Re: [RBW] Re: Fellowship of the Rigs update: TIME & PLACE

2019-01-05 Thread Reed Kennedy
Hey Justin, you might consider giving the friendly rangers at SPT a call. I’ve found them quite helpful in the past. They obviously know their park well, and if you ask about the relative merits of the different group sites I bet they’ll be happy to help. Reed On Fri, Jan 4, 2019 at 9:15 PM

Re: [RBW] Re: Bay Area: Measuring frame tubing at the Box Dog Bikes party on Saturday!

2018-12-14 Thread Reed Kennedy
Box Dog > at 5PM with both the Legolas and the Ebisu in my van, do you envision that > would work? > > Bill > > On Thursday, December 13, 2018 at 12:48:02 PM UTC-8, Reed Kennedy wrote: >> >> Hey Bill, >> >> Oh, that's a tough choice! I'd say either the

Re: [RBW] Re: Bay Area: Measuring frame tubing at the Box Dog Bikes party on Saturday!

2018-12-13 Thread Reed Kennedy
f what it > is, will be used to disqualify the Roadini from consideration because it's > too stout. I'm most curious about the Legolas, so if you don't care that's > the one I'll try to bring. > > Bill Lindsay > El Cerrito, CA > > On Thursday, December 13, 2018 at 11:4

[RBW] Bay Area: Measuring frame tubing at the Box Dog Bikes party on Saturday!

2018-12-13 Thread Reed Kennedy
Does your frame "plane" for you? Ever wondered if it's 7/4/7, 9/6/9, or something weird and special and crazy? Come find out! I'll be measuring steel frames using my ultrasonic thickness gauge at the Box Dog Bikes fundraiser party on Saturday. Come learn about your bike and help us build a public

Re: [RBW] Re: FS Feeler: 62cm Appaloosa frameset, RBW Blue

2018-12-03 Thread Reed Kennedy
Just wanted to chime in here and mention that Reid was an absolute pleasure to deal with. He was honest and reliable throughout our trade. Plus he’s a nice guy who genuinely cares about bikes and is just plain fun to talk to. When Fedex screwed up the frame and parts he shipped me Reid was super

[RBW] FS/T: Some special jerseys and other wool (larger / taller)

2018-11-12 Thread Reed Kennedy
size 47 or 48, Huret Duopar rear derailleur, Compass bits, old French frame pumps with the little hose, or other fancy, classic, interesting Rivish things. Best, Reed Kennedy San Francisco, CA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch&qu

Re: [RBW] Does your PB8 hub make noise?

2018-11-02 Thread Reed Kennedy
As previously mentioned, my SV-9 sounded like this: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g5YBals43L8 Sent it back, and they confirmed it was defective. My replacement non-defective SV-9 doesn't make any noise, nor do my SON hubs. (Very rarely I can feel a slight vibration through the bars, but it's

Re: [RBW] Re: Clem L 59 -- Considering a purchase

2018-10-10 Thread Reed Kennedy
Warning: Rough measure taken with two meter sticks and eyeballing the contact patches. I got 125 cm. Maybe a touch over. Definitely less than 130 cm. Best, Reed On Wed, Oct 10, 2018 at 7:43 AM RDS wrote: > What is the wheelbase length (meaning the distance b/t where the two tires > make

Re: [RBW] Re: Roadeo Future?

2018-10-07 Thread Reed Kennedy
On Fri, Oct 5, 2018 at 7:18 PM Paul G wrote: > From Mark Abele regarding a 61 cm Roadeo: > > True Temp OX Plat tubing in the main triangle > Top Tube: .8 x .5 x .8mm > Down Tube: .8 x .6 x .8mm > Seat Tube: .6 x .8mm > Chainstay: Reynolds Track Fork Blade 1.2mm > Seat Stay: Double taper 12

Re: [RBW] Re: Rambouillet vs. Roadeo?

2018-10-03 Thread Reed Kennedy
rand at a > lower price point too. Very good ride. > > Sent from my iPhone > > On Oct 3, 2018, at 9:30 AM, Reed Kennedy wrote: > > On Wed, Oct 3, 2018 at 6:51 AM Jonathan D. wrote: > >> I have a 58 Ram and 57 Rom and there does feel like a difference. I >> wo

Re: [RBW] Re: Rambouillet vs. Roadeo?

2018-10-03 Thread Reed Kennedy
Hey Rod, my subjective experience is similar to yours. My A. Homer Hilsen has a different feel than my Nordavinden, which in turn feels different than my MAP. I have subjective thoughts on which of them "feel" fastest, but none of them hold me back significantly in my non-competitive

Re: [RBW] Re: Rambouillet vs. Roadeo?

2018-10-03 Thread Reed Kennedy
On Wed, Oct 3, 2018 at 6:51 AM Jonathan D. wrote: > I have a 58 Ram and 57 Rom and there does feel like a difference. I wonder > if it is in my head. They are built similar but different wheels. The > models are the same geometry and supposedly 98% the same. The Ram feels > like a more flexible

Re: [RBW] FREE* Schwalbe Inner Tube SV19A (Presta) NIB - 650B x 54-60mm / 700c x 38-60mm

2018-10-02 Thread Reed Kennedy
Hey LeRoy, You probably know this, but just in case: The Schwalbe tubes come with a Presta nut with a little raised extra part the diameter of a Schrader hole. I assume you prefer Schrader valves for reasons of pumps or standardization, but if you're just worried about fit, fret not. It'll fit

Re: [RBW] Re: Rambouillet vs. Roadeo?

2018-10-02 Thread Reed Kennedy
at 1:53 PM Reed Kennedy wrote: > On Tue, Oct 2, 2018 at 12:19 PM Bruce Herbitter > wrote: > >> Yes Kieran it’s .8/.5/.8 >> > > Hey Bruce, thanks for sharing that. Would you mind letting us know how you > came by that information? > > > Best, > Reed > >

Re: [RBW] Re: Rambouillet vs. Roadeo?

2018-10-02 Thread Reed Kennedy
t; > Too bad I didn't have my Ram at the Unmeeting. I've always assumed it's OS > 8-5-8 but since it's the biggest size, I'd sure like confirmation. Maybe > some day :-D > > KJ > > > On Tuesday, October 2, 2018 at 11:02:52 AM UTC-7, Reed Kennedy wrote: >> >

Re: [RBW] Re: Rambouillet vs. Roadeo?

2018-10-02 Thread Reed Kennedy
Grant describes the differences between the Romulus and the Rambouillet (and the AHH) here, a bit down the page: http://www.cyclofiend.com/rbw/romulus/index.html He doesn't mention any tubing changes, so I suspect they're the same. I haven't gotten to measure one yet, though. Hope to track one

Re: [RBW] Re: New Roadeo (to me)

2018-09-27 Thread Reed Kennedy
Thanks Tom, I appreciate the compliment! I'm planning to add it to a "resources" sticky over on the iBOB list sometime soon. I'm not quite sure how aligned this project is with the Riv philosophy, so I've been relatively quieter about it here. I'm also planning to write a blog post about the

Re: [RBW] Re: Rambouillet vs. Roadeo?

2018-09-26 Thread Reed Kennedy
On Wed, Sep 26, 2018 at 7:33 PM Fullylugged wrote: > Ram tubing is all Tohouku-Miyata. Heat treated DT & CS. Balance non heat > treated. > DT & TT .8/.5/.8 double butted > ST 1.0/.6 butted > HT .9 > SS .7 double tapered > CS .8 > Forks 1.0 > Great stuff, thanks for that. It lines up well

Re: [RBW] Re: New Roadeo (to me)

2018-09-26 Thread Reed Kennedy
have you measure them! I did find this Toyo Atlantis build > spec, including tubing, on Sheldon's site you might find interesting for > comparing your actual results: > http://www.sheldonbrown.com/harris/atlantis.html#specifications > > Tom > > On Saturday, September 22, 2018 at

Re: [RBW] Re: Rambouillet vs. Roadeo?

2018-09-26 Thread Reed Kennedy
Excellent information and everything I was hoping to know. Thanks so much Lum! Great to have info from Grant himself. Best, Reed On Wed, Sep 26, 2018 at 1:24 PM Lum Gim Fong wrote: > @Reed: > But of course! > > Ram: from RivReader scan as posted on cyclofiend page. > Roadini: from an email

Re: [RBW] Recomendations For Cycling-Specific Vehicle

2018-09-26 Thread Reed Kennedy
On Wed, Sep 26, 2018 at 12:55 PM Joe Bernard wrote: > Seconded about the BMW GS, I didn't know I could afford one now! Of course > I still can't reach the ground on one, but... > Try the seat in the low position! There are two, and it makes a big difference. I've owned over 30 motorcycles in

Re: [RBW] Re: Rambouillet vs. Roadeo?

2018-09-26 Thread Reed Kennedy
Great info, thanks Lum. Might I ask where you're quoting from? I found some (but not all) of that info here: https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/1403/7343/files/ROADINI_MAR_8.pdf (Has a nice Roadeo vs Roadini section.) I measured an AHH last night that had tapered butting. I measured three times

Re: [RBW] Re: New "Hill" Bike is Posted

2018-09-23 Thread Reed Kennedy
On Thu, Sep 20, 2018 at 3:02 AM 'Mark in Beacon' via RBW Owners Bunch < rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com> wrote: > Thanks, guys. I guess they would recommend the Cliffhangers for a build? > Swung by Riv HQ with some folks after riding Briones yesterday. Will confirmed that the built-bike in the

Re: [RBW] Re: New Roadeo (to me)

2018-09-22 Thread Reed Kennedy
On Fri, Sep 21, 2018 at 7:39 PM Joe Bernard wrote: > As I understand it the Roadeo has significantly thinner tubing than the > Romulus and Ram I owned. Noticeable enough that my one very short ride > around the building at RBW told me I was riding a different, whippier, > snappier bike than what

Re: Zip ties (WAS Re: [RBW] Re: Wald Basket??)

2018-09-22 Thread Reed Kennedy
On Sat, Sep 22, 2018 at 6:08 AM Bill Lindsay wrote: > > In the argument above I bet money that my zip ties would be intact for a > long time. They are still rock solid for what it’s worth. I also zip tie basket to my racks. Sadly haven’t found them to work in perpetuity, it does eventually

Re: [RBW] Re: PSA: 58cm Riv Custom Complete on LA Craigslist

2018-09-20 Thread Reed Kennedy
Glad so many of y’all are curating your bikes and keeping them pristine. I really appreciate it when I buy ‘em used! As for me? When I’m on a brevet and hit a control the bike is getting leaned against whatever is quick and handy as long as it won’t damage the metal bits. Part of the reason I

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: 2016 Sam Hillborne 55 cm - $1300

2018-09-19 Thread Reed Kennedy
I’ve seen Babs’ bike in person and it really is a lovely Sam. And what a deal! That’s less than a complete Clem. Heck, it’s less than a Sam or Homer frame alone! Best, Reed SF, CA On Wed, Sep 19, 2018 at 11:45 AM Babs wrote: > Forgot to mention that I'm living in Palo Alto, California, so if

Re: [RBW] Re: Likely FS soon: Rambouillet 60 & Legolas 59

2018-09-17 Thread Reed Kennedy
Following up on the Great Roadeo Tubing Debate: I've been using a piece of industrial testing equipment to measure wall thickness in bike frames. Last weekend I was fortunate enough to measure a Roadeo, Rambouillet, A. Homer Hilsen, and Hunqapillar all in similar sizes. (Thanks to Ben Miller!)

Re: [RBW] Re: New "Hill" Bike is Posted

2018-09-17 Thread Reed Kennedy
On Mon, Sep 17, 2018 at 7:09 AM Joe Bernard wrote: > Tangent from the current Blahg: That ebike video was weird. "We don't read > books" ?  > I know, I know! They don't read books, they don't eat nice meals, and their bikes don't need to be pedaled. What are they saving all this time and

Re: [RBW] Jobst on 650b?

2018-09-14 Thread Reed Kennedy
On Fri, Sep 14, 2018 at 9:17 AM Brewster Fong wrote: > > > On Thursday, September 13, 2018 at 10:14:11 PM UTC-7, Joe Bernard wrote: >> >> There is no "like him". Jobst was a cantankerous fellow who rode hard and >> didn't think much of things like road conditions or exhaustion. > > > Agree, you

Re: [RBW] Re: Rene Herse crank wobble/deflection issue(?)

2018-09-13 Thread Reed Kennedy
mber could be fairly large. The >>> theory is that the each properly torqued installation pushes the crank >>> taper further into the spindle. >>> >>> For a travel bike that needs crank removal, I would switch to a non >>> square taper crank. >>> >

Re: [RBW] Re: Rene Herse crank wobble/deflection issue(?)

2018-09-13 Thread Reed Kennedy
I would switch to a non square > taper crank. > > --Metin > > On Thursday, September 13, 2018 at 4:05:03 PM UTC-7, Reed Kennedy wrote: >> >> On Thu, Sep 13, 2018 at 1:34 PM Lum Gim Fong wrote: >> >>> I say "if you dare" because a second mounting m

Re: [RBW] Re: Rene Herse crank wobble/deflection issue(?)

2018-09-13 Thread Reed Kennedy
arm every time I pack my bike in to an airline case. I certainly hope reinstallation is expected! Best, Reed Kennedy -- 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, se

Re: [RBW] Re: Likely FS soon: Rambouillet 60 & Legolas 59

2018-09-04 Thread Reed Kennedy
On Tue, Sep 4, 2018 at 2:24 PM Kainalu V. wrote: > In jestish, so yes, kiddingly not kidding. And your friend's bike rules! > What's the dims on that monster? > If memory serves it's a 67cm frame with 650B wheels. I think he said his PBH is 101cm! Cheers, Reed -- You received this message

Re: [RBW] Re: Likely FS soon: Rambouillet 60 & Legolas 59

2018-09-04 Thread Reed Kennedy
Dang, thanks so much Brian! I have learned so much by derailing this poor thread! As someone who just picked up a 65cm Hilsen and then found himself wondering if he'd be better served by a Roadeo the info from Mark you shared is music to my ears. The Hilsen fits better, takes a bigger tire, and

Re: [RBW] Re: Likely FS soon: Rambouillet 60 & Legolas 59

2018-09-03 Thread Reed Kennedy
Yeah, I’ve never heard of a frame that thin gauge in a size that big. Probably because it won’t work well. But nobody seems to know for sure as nobody I’ve talked to has tried it. I think I know someone who’d build me such a thing, I’m just stalling because I’m hesitant to spend money (and ask a

Re: [RBW] Re: Likely FS soon: Rambouillet 60 & Legolas 59

2018-09-03 Thread Reed Kennedy
reward for selling all the bikes I don't ride. ::grin:: Best, Reed Kennedy San Francisco, 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 r

Re: [RBW] Re: Likely FS soon: Rambouillet 60 & Legolas 59

2018-09-03 Thread Reed Kennedy
Dang, good call Lum! Thanks for the interview link, I'm looking forward to reading through. I'm still sorta stunned Grant spec'd anything with tubing that thin, but there it is in black and white. Sorry I doubted you! I suppose now the question is... Could I get a 63cm to fit? Hmm... Best,

Re: [RBW] Re: Likely FS soon: Rambouillet 60 & Legolas 59

2018-09-03 Thread Reed Kennedy
On Mon, Sep 3, 2018 at 10:24 AM Lum Gim Fong wrote: > Roadeos are so fast!!! > 6/4/6 DT and TT > Lum, I find that hard to believe. Can you support that claim? Best, Reed Kennedy San Francisco, CA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW

Re: [RBW] Re: Grant is asking us to not run baskets on Nitto Racks

2018-08-28 Thread Reed Kennedy
-champs-elysees-front-mini-rack---stainless But it very much looks to be a rack intended to support a brevet bag (if that) and not much more. Soma doesn't list a weight limit, but I doubt it's basket-worthy. Best, Reed Kennedy On Tue, Aug 28, 2018 at 2:06 PM Ginz wrote: > I've been think

Re: [RBW] Re: WTB: Hillborne in Sage Color, 62cm or 64cm

2018-08-23 Thread Reed Kennedy
On Thu, Aug 23, 2018 at 3:53 PM Cody Bartz wrote: > Thank you Kainalu and Reed. According to the geometry charts, the > Waterford Sam, size 64cm, has a stand over height of 91.5cm. The current > Sam, size 62cm, has a stand over height of 90.5. Is that 1cm difference > going to feel much

Re: [RBW] Re: WTB: Hillborne in Sage Color, 62cm or 64cm

2018-08-23 Thread Reed Kennedy
I'll second Kai's recommendation of the 64cm if you have a PBH of 95cm. My PBH is 93.5cm and my 65cm AHH is building up to fit just perfectly. I don't think I'd want it to be any smaller. Best, Reed On Thu, Aug 23, 2018 at 10:03 AM Kainalu V. wrote: > When I got my Hillborne, the 64 was the

Re: [RBW] FS: 65 Homer Hilsen F/F/HS

2018-08-22 Thread Reed Kennedy
On Wed, Aug 22, 2018 at 9:41 PM Lum Gim Fong wrote: > I vote Silver DT shifters. > Downtubes for sure, but I already have Silver shifters on my Velo Routier, which may be the only bike to come with Silver shifters as original equipment from the factory! I almost put on Simplex retrofriction

Re: [RBW] Re: Thought on Dyno vs. asymmetrical battery headlights?

2018-08-21 Thread Reed Kennedy
I have Schmitt dynamo hubs and Edelux lights on two bikes, and I adore them. So convenient and simple to use. I also have another bike with a Shutter Precision hub which has been more trouble, but is finally working well now. Surprisingly, all three have all been left unmolested in San

Re: [RBW] FS: 65 Homer Hilsen F/F/HS

2018-08-21 Thread Reed Kennedy
This one is all mine now. Thanks Ben! Now I just gotta figure out which parts to build it up with. H... Reed On Fri, Aug 10, 2018 at 2:11 PM Ben Miller wrote: > For your consideration, a 65 Homer Hilsen Frame/Fork/Headset made a > Waterford. $1000+shipping via Bikeflights > > No dents or

Re: [RBW] Fwd: WTB: 700c wheelset with 135mm rear spacing

2018-08-20 Thread Reed Kennedy
Hey Doug, I think I saw those on Craigslist! Beautiful wheelset, wish they'd fit my new-to-me AHH, but I don't think there's a brake made that will 650b-convert a Homer! Kiley, I'll drop you a line about your wheels, thanks! Cheers, Reed On Sun, Aug 19, 2018 at 9:51 PM Doug Bloch wrote: >

[RBW] Fwd: WTB: 700c wheelset with 135mm rear spacing

2018-08-19 Thread Reed Kennedy
touring. Reed Kennedy San Francisco, 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 post to

Re: [RBW] FS: 65 Homer Hilsen F/F/HS

2018-08-13 Thread Reed Kennedy
Mind measuring the top tube, Ben? The 65cm isn’t listed on the current Riv geometry charts. Also, what’s your location? Would you sell in person to someone nearby? Best, Reed On Fri, Aug 10, 2018 at 2:11 PM Ben Miller wrote: > For your consideration, a 65 Homer Hilsen Frame/Fork/Headset made

Re: [RBW] Re: TdF pros are using oversize rear derailer pulleys. Should you? Or, trickle... up? Cycle technology

2018-08-06 Thread Reed Kennedy
On Mon, Aug 6, 2018 at 1:30 PM Brewster Fong wrote: > When did Grant come up with this idea? Large pulleys have been around > since at least 2013 and possibly earlier: > Much earlier, in fact! The first one I'm aware of was the Dura Ace 7700 GS from 2001:

Re: [RBW] Re: IRD Roller Drive Headset

2018-07-18 Thread Reed Kennedy
Wow, thanks Lum! I had no idea the A9 was still available new. I'd easily choose one of those over an IRD Roller Drive. As a matter of fact, I think I'll buy one just to have as a spare. Cheers, Reed On Wed, Jul 18, 2018 at 7:40 AM Lum Gim Fong wrote: > I love my IRD roller drive headset. >

Re: [RBW] IRD Roller Drive Headset

2018-07-15 Thread Reed Kennedy
I bought two Double Roller Drive headsets from Universal Cycles last week. Took five minutes, no muss, no fuss. They arrived in 3 days. These have needle bearings both top and bottom, but that’s a plus for my application (low trail) where friction is desired. Unless you really want the ball

Re: [RBW] Re: How rusty does the inside of a frame get without rust proofing? This rusty.

2018-07-01 Thread Reed Kennedy
On Sun, Jul 1, 2018 at 8:07 PM Ron Mc wrote: > And having one data point is much less than the population of bicycle > frames. > Hey Ron, thank you for your thoughtful, educated, and thorough posts on this topic. I, for one, have tremendously enjoyed reading them and have learned a good deal,

[RBW] How rusty does the inside of a frame get without rust proofing? This rusty.

2018-07-01 Thread Reed Kennedy
We had a conversation about a month back about Frame Saver and similar products, and how important they are. I ended up cutting up a frame for an unrelated project this week, so I can offer a little bit of insight. Or at least some photos! https://photos.app.goo.gl/LbF8eMQdD5c51dVv5 This is a

Re: [RBW] Do I need this toothed spacer on my bike?

2018-06-21 Thread Reed Kennedy
Not if it works without it, in my opinion. I've both used and not-used them. Problems I've had when not-using: 1) Pads run in to fork blades, because the caliper is nearer the fork. 2) Threaded rod that bolts the caliper to the fork crown sticks out extra in the back. That's more of a problem

Re: [RBW] FS: Leather Basket Tote Bag for Wald 'Medium' Basket, Single-Slot Card Wallets

2018-06-21 Thread Reed Kennedy
Not annoying at all as far as I'm concerned David! I've been meaning to pick up one of your leather goodies for a while, and just grabbed the green waxed leather bag and a belt. Thanks so much! I'm gonna have to clean my bike so it's good enough for this beautiful bag. ::grin:: Best, Reed On

Re: [RBW] Re: PSA Ram on Ebay

2018-06-19 Thread Reed Kennedy
Huh. Good eye Lum. While being unridden might make it an extra-good buy, it also makes me sorta sad. Such a lovely bike, waiting all this time, never getting to be ridden even once in how many years? 14? Hope the next owner fixes that! Best, Reed On Tue, Jun 19, 2018 at 12:55 PM Lum Gim Fong

Re: [RBW] Low/No Carb Electrolyte?

2018-06-09 Thread Reed Kennedy
I sometimes use these: http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/us/en/high5-zero-electrolyte-drink-tablets/rp-prod42650 They come from the UK, but I order enough to get free shipping, so the cost is pretty reasonable. Unlike the similar Nuun product that’s available here in the States these High5 Zero

Re: [RBW] Compass Antelope Pass 700 x 55: the fat tire arms race continues

2018-06-05 Thread Reed Kennedy
this is a 55mm tire. Does not look good. Fortunately the Compass Snoqualmie Pass 700x44 is a great tire and should fit well with good clearances. Best, Reed Kennedy San Francisco, CA > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch"

Re: [RBW] Ottolock Initial Reviews???

2018-05-25 Thread Reed Kennedy
I have an older, shorter Ottolock, almost certainly from the first batch. I am a lucky fellow: I found it in the street last year. Doubly lucky, because it still had the default combination: 0-0-0. That matters because I have tried several times to pick it, and have never managed! I've studied

Re: [RBW] Coffee Making Question

2018-05-25 Thread Reed Kennedy
Allow me to share with you my wonderful, boring secret. A thermos. Wait! Don't go! Hear me out. To make coffee while out on the bike, you need a lotta stuff. Stove to heat the water. Fuel for the stove. Pot to hold the water. Coffee, maybe a grinder. Filter. Vessel to receive the coffee.

Re: [RBW] Re: SF Bay Area: Bike camping on June 23rd & 24th! Final routes inside

2018-05-24 Thread Reed Kennedy
Sounds good Scott! I'll keep you in the loop. Best, Reed On Thu, May 24, 2018 at 9:08 AM, Scott MacDonald wrote: > interested! > > Portola is a beautiful spot. > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups > "RBW Owners Bunch"

Re: [RBW] Tire Pressure Question

2018-05-24 Thread Reed Kennedy
On Thu, May 24, 2018 at 9:53 AM, Reed Kennedy <r...@notfine.com> wrote: > I run the Grand Bois Cypres EL (marked 30mm) and the Compass Stampede Pass > EL (marked 32mm) interchangeably on my MAP. Both measure almost exactly > 32mm when installed on Velocity A23 rims. > > 60 p

Re: [RBW] Tire Pressure Question

2018-05-24 Thread Reed Kennedy
I run the Grand Bois Cypres EL (marked 30mm) and the Compass Stampede Pass EL (marked 32mm) interchangeably on my MAP. Both measure almost exactly 32mm when installed on Velocity A23 rims. 60 psi front, 70 psi rear. Rider: 200 lbs. Front load: 5 lbs. Rear load: None. Performs great. I'd probably

Re: [RBW] Rivendell Reader PDF Archives

2018-05-21 Thread Reed Kennedy
On Sun, May 20, 2018 at 8:28 PM Benz, Sunnyvale, CA wrote: > On Saturday, May 19, 2018 at 10:04:21 PM UTC-7, Lum Gim Fong wrote: >> >> Sticky this thread please so readers are easy to find. > > > While I agree in principle, maybe we should ask Reed about notfine.com, >

Re: [RBW] Re: Question off topic mostly

2018-05-17 Thread Reed Kennedy
It depends on what you're looking to accomplish. I spent thousands of dollars on a custom Bike Friday NWT, dreaming of having a bike with me whenever I traveled. After three trips I sold it at a significant loss. A Friday is almost as much trouble to pack and carry around boxed as a traditional

Re: [RBW] Rivendell Reader PDF Archives

2018-05-17 Thread Reed Kennedy
One more update! I've now added the last few files folks were kind enough to share, including: An index file listing all article titles, which can be searched. RR00 BOB Gazette #1 and #2 Full credit where credit is due! Main credit to Grant Petersen, who published these wonderful magazines and

Re: [RBW] Rivendell Reader PDF Archives

2018-05-12 Thread Reed Kennedy
Thanks for the BOB Gazettes and RR00! I’m riding a brevet today but will get them uploaded as soon as I’ve got time at a computer. Best, Reed Kennedy Somewhere around Martinez, CA On Sat, May 12, 2018 at 9:20 AM 'Mark in Beacon' via RBW Owners Bunch < rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com>

Re: [RBW] Re: Rivendell Reader PDF Archives

2018-05-10 Thread Reed Kennedy
Grant was kind enough to send me PDFs of Rivendell Readers 40 and 44! Now the archive is complete: http://notfine.com/rivreader/ Please help yourself! Best, Reed On Mon, May 7, 2018 at 11:11 PM, Reed Kennedy <r...@notfine.com> wrote: > On Mon, May 7, 2018 at 7:25 PM iamkeith

Re: [RBW] Re: Rivendell Reader PDF Archives

2018-05-08 Thread Reed Kennedy
On Mon, May 7, 2018 at 7:25 PM iamkeith wrote: > I've got #44. I'll scan this week. That’d be swell Keith! I’m happy to put it with the others and host it if you’d like. Best, Reed -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW

Re: [RBW] Rivendell Reader PDF Archives

2018-05-07 Thread Reed Kennedy
Thanks Tim, but I think we've got all those now. Just missing 40 and 44! Best, Reed On Mon, May 7, 2018 at 7:20 AM, 'Tim' via RBW Owners Bunch < rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com> wrote: > I have 1-39 in PDF. Always happy to share! > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed

Re: [RBW] Rivendell Reader PDF Archives

2018-05-07 Thread Reed Kennedy
ave 36-39, but I'm missing 40. > > Thanks, > Shoji > > > On Monday, May 7, 2018 at 9:32:02 AM UTC-4, Shoji Takahashi wrote: >> >> Hi Reed, >> I have them. I will DM you to add them to the archive. >> >> Thanks, >> Shoji >> Arlington MA

Re: [RBW] Rivendell Reader PDF Archives

2018-05-06 Thread Reed Kennedy
host the archive. > > > On Saturday, May 5, 2018 at 4:42:22 PM UTC-7, Reed Kennedy wrote: >> >> Hey Jim, >> >> I have numbers 12 through 35 as PDFs. I’ve been hoping to share them, but >> didn’t feel great about doing so without Grant’s permission. I email

Re: [RBW] Rivendell Reader PDF Archives

2018-05-05 Thread Reed Kennedy
er > for now and host the archive. > > > On Saturday, May 5, 2018 at 4:42:22 PM UTC-7, Reed Kennedy wrote: >> >> Hey Jim, >> >> I have numbers 12 through 35 as PDFs. I’ve been hoping to share them, but >> didn’t feel great about doing so without Grant’s permission. I email

Re: [RBW] Rivendell Reader PDF Archives

2018-05-05 Thread Reed Kennedy
Hey Jim, I have numbers 12 through 35 as PDFs. I’ve been hoping to share them, but didn’t feel great about doing so without Grant’s permission. I emailed him to ask a while ago, but never heard back. (No surprise, he’s busy!) I’m torn. I’d love to help out and make all these great stories and

Re: [RBW] WTB 65cm Atlantis

2018-04-16 Thread Reed Kennedy
Huh! Hadn’t seen the one on eBay. Mine is set up with drop bars and a front rack at the moment. I should put together a real for sale listing... Reed On Mon, Apr 16, 2018 at 12:14 PM Abcyclehank wrote: > Reed is this the one on eBay currently. Absolutely a great color

Re: [RBW] WTB 65cm Atlantis

2018-04-16 Thread Reed Kennedy
Not an Atlantis, but I’ve decided I’m ready to part with my 62cm gray and maroon Hunqapillar. I usually ride a 64cm, but thanks to the very slightly sloping top tube this one fits my 93.5cm PBH quite well. (The Hunqapillar flier recommends this size for 91.5 -100cm PBHs.) This is the original

[RBW] SF Bay Area: Bike camping at Pescadero Creek for the 2018 Swift Campout!

2018-04-12 Thread Reed Kennedy
'll keep you in the loop. Cheers, Reed Kennedy San Francisco, 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...@goo

Re: [RBW] Need Help Diagnosing Weird Handling on my Atlantis

2018-01-21 Thread Reed Kennedy
One other thought: In the past, after others have worked on one of my frames or forks, I have had all kinds of spooky handling come down to a headset that either isn't adjusted right or doesn't have enough grease in it. Now, a good shop should have checked both those things, but it might be worth

Re: [RBW] Lightest 650b wheelset that can take a 42mm tire?

2018-01-16 Thread Reed Kennedy
Probably something like this: https://pacenticycledesign.com/products/brevet-wheel-set-27-5-650b-rim-brake-11speed-shimano Though if you wanted to get truly silly you could buy A23 rims in 36 hole, build them up skipping every other hole with only 18 spokes, and use one of the ridiculous-light

Re: [RBW] FS Baggins Handlebar bag. Choose my adventure. Buy my handlebar bag OR make me buy a rack.

2018-01-07 Thread Reed Kennedy
Hey Bill, I’ve been wanting to try one of these. Glad to buy yours and pick up an F15 from Riv next time I stop by. PayPal ok? Best, Reed On Fri, Jan 5, 2018 at 11:26 AM Bill Lindsay wrote: > If you are like me, you believe that any bike can be made better with a >

Re: [RBW] WTB: Larger frame Riv

2018-01-03 Thread Reed Kennedy
Hey Justin, I’ve been thinking about finding a new home for my 62cm Hunqapillar, either as a complete bike or a frame and fork. Would that be if interest to you? I can take pictures and put together more details. Best, Reed On Wed, Jan 3, 2018 at 6:00 AM Justin Schoop

Re: [RBW] Re: Silver Shifter 2 project revived

2017-12-04 Thread Reed Kennedy
If you need more cable pull it has already been innovated: https://velo-orange.com/collections/shifters/products/dia-compe-ene-11s-dt-shifters I figure that a bigger barrel will just make the shifter even more sensitive to small movement, though. I've had good luck with Silver V1s and Simplex

Re: [RBW] Tech Question: Do rear hubs have spacers?!

2017-11-29 Thread Reed Kennedy
Looks to me like a wheel that was dished wrong. Reed 2017-11-29 20:39 GMT-08:00 Mike Williams : > > Hey Nash, here are some photos, no cassette on, so it rules that out. > Could be the dish of the wheel? > Sent from my iPhone > > > On Nov 29, 2017, at 7:40 PM,

Re: [RBW] Re: MUSA button down shirts available at RivBike

2017-11-22 Thread Reed Kennedy
Here you go John: https://www.rivbike.com/collections/featured-products/products/musa-can-tuck-it-button-down My standard comment: I dig it. I'll add one more: This is an amazing deal for a shirt made in the USA from nice Japanese fabric. Maybe I can swing by this weekend... Best, Reed On

Re: [RBW] Fender Mounted Rear Dynamo Light?

2017-10-24 Thread Reed Kennedy
I have a dynamo fender mounted tail light on my MAP. Unlike Eric's experience, Mitch was apparently able to get the wire inside the rolled rim of the Honjo fender. Worth noting that this bike uses a SON SL hub and setup, so negative is grounded to the frame and the wire in question is a thin

[RBW] Re: FS: Two sets of 700 x 2.15 Schwalbe Big Bens, one new, one used

2017-10-23 Thread Reed Kennedy
Sold, thanks all! Best, Reed On Thu, Oct 19, 2017 at 8:03 PM, Reed Kennedy <r...@notfine.com> wrote: > Two sets of nice Schwabe Big Ben tires. Both 700 x 2.15 inch, both > “Performance Line RaceGuard LightSkin”. One used (Maybe 1k miles? See pic). > One brand new. > > Ri

Re: [RBW] Re: Crust Bikes Nutmeg Nor'easter, October 14

2017-10-09 Thread Reed Kennedy
In case anyone else is wondering, this is in Clinton, Connecticut. Other details: https://www.bikereg.com/36208 Reed On Mon, Oct 9, 2017 at 9:44 AM Christopher Cote < christopherjamesc...@gmail.com> wrote: > Bumping this up. Anyone else interested? I'm thinking about it. I don't > have a road

Re: [RBW] Re: Is tube patching a permanent, reliable fix?

2017-10-07 Thread Reed Kennedy
Good advice, to carry fresh patch glue! Nothing quite like trying to patch and finding the tube has gone solid. On that topic: Has anyone found a way to buy the little Rema tubes that actually fit inside the patch kit? All the ones I’ve found that are sold individually are larger (longer) than

Re: [RBW] Diff between slick GravelKing and Compass Babyshoe Pass? Looks the same. Described the same.

2017-10-04 Thread Reed Kennedy
On Wed, Oct 4, 2017 at 5:23 PM, Lee Legrand wrote: > Compass tires, if I remember correctly, are made almost by hand which is > why the cost is the way it is. > I suspect you're on to something there. I've always thought it was sorta funny that so many people assume Compass

Re: [RBW] Is tube patching a permanent, reliable fix?

2017-10-03 Thread Reed Kennedy
Also worth mentioning: I only use good quality patch kits, generally Rema, sometimes Rustines. Never the glue-less ones. Best, Reed On Tue, Oct 3, 2017 at 2:42 PM, Reed Kennedy <r...@notfine.com> wrote: > I must have installed at least a hundred patches over the years. (I used > t

Re: [RBW] Is tube patching a permanent, reliable fix?

2017-10-03 Thread Reed Kennedy
I must have installed at least a hundred patches over the years. (I used to run narrow high pressure tires, and used to get more flats.) I've had a handful of patches fail. These generally fall in to one of two categories: - Put the puncture too close to the edge of the patch (to cover a big

Re: [RBW] Need Advice On Lighting System

2017-09-29 Thread Reed Kennedy
as I'd feared. Three cheers for Rich! I don't even think about buying wheels built by anyone else anymore, and for good reason. Here's his site, if you're in the market: http://handsonwheels.com/ Reed On Fri, Sep 29, 2017 at 1:35 PM, Reed Kennedy <r...@notfine.com> wrote: >

Re: [RBW] Need Advice On Lighting System

2017-09-29 Thread Reed Kennedy
I'm happy for the folks here who have had such positive experiences with the SP hubs. I wish I could say the same! My SP SV-9 had significantly more drag than my SON hubs when first delivered. I hoped it would wear in, but it hasn't. Instead, it's gotten much worse. As of this morning my SP hub

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