[RBW] Re: FS Sackville and Brooks

The Saddlesack has sold. Saddle is still available. On Sunday, March 25, 2018 at 10:00:31 AM UTC-5, Steve Butcher wrote: > > > <https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-YtdvBPolJEg/Wre4a_uhTsI/Ch4/9DY9IiArLww0HlooQPYoV4jXaNyr4lCpQCLcBGAs/s1600/IMG_20180325_090058_075.jpg> >

Re: [RBW] Best first layer wrap for a double wrapping bars

a very slight layer of cushion and will slightly increase the diameter of the wrapped bar, but if those are your primary reasons there are other things you can use that are squishier and thicker. But if your main goal is to bulk up the diameter, you might give Patrick Moore's idea of strips o

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: 52cm Rivendell Clem Smith Jr L

eally want, so now it’s for sale?  Bought way too many bikes way too fast and somebody has decided you should settle down to fewer bikes?  Bought yet another bike or bikes and need $1600 to pay for them? -- Steve Palincsar Alexandria, Virginia USA -- You received this message b

[RBW] Appaloosa review

https://restoringvintagebicycles.com/2018/04/01/rivendell-appaloosa-review/ Nola Wilken's got a new Rivendell Appaloosa. -- Steve Palincsar Alexandria, Virginia USA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubs

[RBW] Re: FS Sackville and Brooks

This is perfectly fine with me, Max. Someone buy Max's Olive Saddlesack so Max can buy mine. Steve Butcher Stockton, Missouri On Wednesday, March 28, 2018 at 11:06:58 PM UTC-5, Max S wrote: > > Let me know if this is breaching etiquette somehow, but... If someone > wants a Medium

[RBW] Re: FS Sackville and Brooks

Lots of looks but no responses so I'll knock my price down to $180.00 for the Saddlesack and $80.00 for the B67; shipping included CONUS. I'd take $250.00 for both in a package deal. Steve Butcher Stockton, Missouri On Sunday, March 25, 2018 at 10:00:31 AM UTC-5, Steve Butcher wrote

Re: [RBW] Re: Lower price Atlantis!

Not without the bread, it's not.  On its own, a hot dog ain't nothin' but a sausage. On 03/28/2018 05:35 PM, Christopher Murray wrote: Of course a hot dog is a sandwich! Chris -- Steve Palincsar Alexandria, Virginia USA -- You received this message because you are subscribed

Re: [RBW] Re: '09 Sam Redux

are surprised to hear a bell on a bicycle???   That's really weird.  I encounter tourists from the world over down around the Tidal Basin and they all know what a bicycle bell is, even though most of them do not speak English. -- Steve Palincsar Alexandria, Virginia USA -- You received this message

[RBW] FS Sackville and Brooks

ors and has never been wet. I've decided I prefer the C17 on my commuter bike, so don't need the B67. I'd like to get $200.00 for the Saddlesack and $100.00 for the B67. Both include shipping CONUS. Please PM me with questions. Thanks for looking. Steve Butcher Stockton, Missouri

Re: [RBW] Re: Lower price Atlantis!

scr...@googlegroups.com>. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com <mailto:rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com>. Visit this group at https://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout. -- Steve Palincsar

[RBW] Re: David Lance Goines Riv Bike Poster

31 On Thursday, March 22, 2018 at 6:46:46 PM UTC-4, John wrote: > > > > > Hi > > > I seem to have Two of the Riv Goines posters. I’ll never frame and

Re: [RBW] Re: Lower price Atlantis!

nd 7 months a year?   If so, maybe your "other bike" should be something like this Image result for sled dogs On Thursday, March 22, 2018 at 3:49:28 PM UTC-6, Steve Palincsar wrote: On 03/22/2018 05:42 PM, iamkeith wrote: > Jeesh, you guys.  I think that I, or ma

Re: [RBW] Re: Lower price Atlantis!

ance" things well in hand.  Maybe not the "tent plus cannibal cooking pot plus your entire wardrobe stuffed into a duffel bag" side of "touring," though. -- Steve Palincsar Alexandria, Virginia USA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Gro

Re: [RBW] Re: Lower price Atlantis!

On 03/22/2018 05:06 PM, Tim Butterfield wrote: Steve, That fat bike is a good example of what I was trying to say.  I suspect this may be a difference of _optimized_ for the fringe versus just _passable_ at the fringe.  Expanding into the passable scope may not sacrifice the other end

Re: [RBW] Re: Lower price Atlantis!

On 03/22/2018 04:13 PM, Grant Petersen wrote: The point which I flopped in making is that a bike that "performs" at the fringes can certainly handle the middle, but not necessarily the other way around. I should have been more clear. Image result for fat bike Performs great at the fringe,

Re: [RBW] First pedestrian killed by autonomous car

have questions concerning how well the pedestrian stepping into the street outside a crosswalk late at night judged the distance of the oncoming vehicle. -- Steve Palincsar Alexandria, Virginia USA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners

Re: [RBW] First pedestrian killed by autonomous car

Are autonomous cars built to obey Asimov's Three Laws?  I doubt it very much. On 03/20/2018 09:05 AM, Curtis McKenzie wrote: Hello Everyone, Just a quick note about the "self-driving" cars. Isaac Asimov's "Three Laws of Robotics" 1. A robot may not injure a human being or, through

Re: [RBW] Re: What type of bike would make you buy another riv

at for me far outweigh any potential benefits) -- rather than appealing to fear. -- Steve Palincsar Alexandria, Virginia USA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails

Re: [RBW] First pedestrian killed by autonomous car

car lengths' real world experience. On 03/19/2018 09:58 PM, Jim M. wrote: On Monday, March 19, 2018 at 3:58:21 PM UTC-7, Steve Palincsar wrote: Since computer driven cars are basically still in the laboratory I'm not going to argue that autonomous cars are ready for prime time

Re: [RBW] First pedestrian killed by autonomous car

On 03/19/2018 06:39 PM, Eric Norris wrote: By comparison, 5,376 pedestrians were killed by people-drive cars in 2015, which is one pedestrian killed every 1.6 hours. It’s not helpful to focus a single accident—this is a “man bites dog” story that triggers all sorts of worries about

Re: [RBW] Delete post when something is sold

e might not know how to delete their post.  Easy ... just click on the down arrow at the right-top of the post (More Message Options) and click Delete. -- Steve Palincsar Alexandria, Virginia USA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch&qu

[RBW] Re: New Bike Day! Black Mountain Monster Cross

Really nice build, Bill ! Very nice even handlebar wrap, too! On Wednesday, March 14, 2018 at 4:34:24 PM UTC-5, Bill Lindsay wrote: > > > It's a stretch for Riv-content here, but I promise there is some. The > obvious Riv content is limited to hemp twine, Newbaums bar tape, components > from

Re: [RBW] Re: Eat Bacon Don't Jog--Goal set, goal met

Infused with Kevlar??? On 03/08/2018 10:04 AM, Doug Van Cleve wrote: Pretty sure it is a similar idea/effect as "bulletproof" coffee... Doug On Thu, Mar 8, 2018 at 7:12 AM, Steve Palincsar <palin...@his.com <mailto:palin...@his.com>> wrote: On 03/08/2018 08:45

Re: [RBW] Re: Eat Bacon Don't Jog--Goal set, goal met

On 03/08/2018 08:45 AM, Bill Lindsay wrote: Steve asked why put coconut oil in your coffee. One tablespoon is about 120 calories of good fat. A cup of coconut coffee (like the one I’m enjoying now) is a pretty satisfying breakfast to one who has gotten off carbs. I was going to drink

Re: [RBW] Re: Eat Bacon Don't Jog--Goal set, goal met

offee made in a one-cup french press, so it coulda gotten overpowered.  I'm sure my internals appreciated it.  I like the taste of coconut, so I'll try some unrefined in my coffee today. Perhaps I've missed something: why would you put coconut oil in a cup of coffee?  What's the purpose?

[RBW] Re: Why we need to ride...

Yes, sometimes (many times, perhaps) my wife will ask, "are you going to go on a ride today?" This is usually a sign that I really NEED to take a ride. Steve Butcher Stockton, Missouri On Sunday, February 25, 2018 at 5:42:52 PM UTC-6, Deacon Patrick wrote: > > A common occu

[RBW] Re: Money for Rivendell

Well done, Karl! Steve Butcher Stockton, Missouri On Monday, February 26, 2018 at 9:08:06 PM UTC-6, Karl wrote: > > Sold! Thanks guys and gals! > > Karl > Nashville, TN > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch"

[RBW] Re: Riv request for store credits

I bought $20 worth, thinking of gifting them to a friend in hopes that RBW gets a new customer. On Wednesday, February 21, 2018 at 7:38:03 PM UTC-5, Chris Birkenmaier wrote: > > I was just in Ri s website and saw their request for their loyal > supporters to purchase store credits of $10 units

Re: [RBW] Re: WTB: Nitto Rivendell Bullmoose bars

they're moving away from them altogether. -- Steve Palincsar Alexandria, Virginia USA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-ow

Re: [RBW] Re: Unsafe helmets

o clicking on it. Related image -- Steve Palincsar Alexandria, Virginia USA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr

Re: [RBW] Re: Unsafe helmets

east learn to spell properly. -- Steve Palincsar Alexandria, Virginia USA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr

Re: [RBW] Re: What do Rivendell riders use for GPS computers?

On 02/23/2018 02:38 PM, Patrick Moore wrote: The last one alone is worth the price of admission. Patrick "Brain? What brain?" Moore https://www.popsci.com/navigating-with-gps-is-making-our-brains-lazy Home Navigating with GPS is making our brains

Re: [RBW] Re: Unsafe helmets

into nuanced positions between or off the line on the X,Y, or Z axis of a 3-d grid can artifically limit understanding to a false polarity. Sigh. Unintended consequences are a bug-a-boo, aye? Grin. With abandon, Patrick -- Steve Palincsar Alexandria, Virginia USA -- You received this message

Re: [RBW] Re: What do Rivendell riders use for GPS computers?

On 02/23/2018 02:05 PM, Deacon Patrick wrote: Wooden sign on a pine tree on a dirt road turn off on one of my favorite rides: “Your GPS is WRONG!” I googled "GPS is wrong" looking for image results.  Here are a few: Image result for GPS is wrong Image result for GPS is wrong Image result

[RBW] Re: Riv request for store credits

Me, too! On Wednesday, February 21, 2018 at 6:38:03 PM UTC-6, Chris Birkenmaier wrote: > > I was just in Ri s website and saw their request for their loyal > supporters to purchase store credits of $10 units to help through a cash > flow jump. I promptly purchased some credits. I love this

[RBW] Re: Compass Knickers questions

Excellent explanation, Patrick. Many of the bodily functions involve reserves and restoration. ->Steve Butcher Stockton, Missouri On Wednesday, February 21, 2018 at 3:39:42 PM UTC-6, Deacon Patrick wrote: > > Great question, Lum. How much of an answer do you want? Ready? D

[RBW] Re: New Bike Day!

Fine machine, Isaac! The bike of which dreams are made! Have a Happy Birthday! On Saturday, February 17, 2018 at 11:57:03 PM UTC-6, Birdman wrote: > > Thanks! Yeah, the Silca was the only frame pump I could find that was long > enough. -- You received this message because you are

Re: [RBW] Re: It’s all about the power: Handlebar height/body position

I wonder how many miles in a riw he coukd ride that way. -- Steve Palincsar Alexandria, Virginia USA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an emai

[RBW] Re: It’s all about the power: Handlebar height/body position

Comfort can be different things to different people. I suppose it depends on what part of you is not comfortable and how to make that part comfortable. For some it's their back, others their neck, shoulders, hands, knees, or any combination of these. As we age, that changes, as well. On

Re: [RBW] Alone in a Sea of Autos

ult for mother goose Like that, only on 2 wheels... makes absolutely perfect sense to me! -- Steve Palincsar Alexandria, Virginia USA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving

Re: [RBW] Alone in a Sea of Autos

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kq3kxtDJxR0 On 02/08/2018 05:12 AM, Garth wrote: On the contrary . Each and every formation in the Sea, IS the Sea Itself ☺ Sea here, Sea there, Sea this and Sea that ☺ Sea Be All I Be ☺ -- Steve Palincsar Alexandria, Virginia USA -- You received

Re: [RBW] Re: Houseless Sam Hillborne in Portland, Oregon

globe, including Spain. (Even the Wikipedia article aludes to this possibility). -- Steve Palincsar Alexandria, Virginia USA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails fro

Re: [RBW] Re: What type of bike would make you buy another riv

and earth friendly are hardly to be sneered at. But /FUN/ is the /summum bonum/ of bike riding, unless you do it because you can't afford a car and have no bus routes; and if you are that sort, you won't be buying a Riv, let me tell you. But how much fun is a soaking wet a$$? -- Steve

Re: [RBW] Re: What type of bike would make you buy another riv

stripped away. Bill Lindsay El Cerrito, CA On Monday, February 5, 2018 at 2:12:32 PM UTC-8, Steve Palincsar wrote: Perhaps you could get a Roadeo and invite Patrick Moore to come visit you in Florida and tell him to bring his Dremel.  He can remove those unsightly fender eyelets

Re: [RBW] Re: What type of bike would make you buy another riv

hat it could happen on a custom. Basically, I want a fatter tired, higher handlebar (still drops) cross between my old Masi and my Paramount. Laing Cocoa, FL -- Steve Palincsar Alexandria, Virginia USA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "

Re: [RBW] Re: What type of bike would make you buy another riv

absolutely clone the Atlantis in a Roadini-like tigged configuration.  They have everything they need to do that.  They'd just have to decide to do it and prioritize it over their other things. -- Steve Palincsar Alexandria, Virginia USA -- You received this message because you are subscribed

Re: [RBW] Re: Who wants a Hunqadiscer?

On 02/04/2018 02:57 AM, rw1911 wrote: I wrote a big, long response sharing my personal experiences with moving to new tech related to bikes and cars, but in the end, I came to the same place... Why not?  Disc brakes are good.  Maybe they they don't have the character or aesthetics of our

[RBW] Re: Who wants a Hunqadiscer?

I was thinking the very same thing, recently, Chris. My "grail" bike has been a Hunqapillar; but I simply find obtaining one cost prohibitive. Steve "el cheapo" Butcher On Saturday, February 3, 2018 at 7:34:28 PM UTC-6, Chris Lampe 2 wrote: > > I don't really have

[RBW] WTB - Riv Reader #37

Does anyone have a Riv Reader #37 they are willing to sell? I'm looking for one. Steve -- 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-ow

Re: [RBW] Who wants a Hunqadiscer?

ith a disc brake you're going to have to be very deep indeed to submerge the disc rotor in the mud... Image result for submerging in quicksand deep enough to have buried the pedals, and at that point you've probably got other worries on your mind. -- Steve Palincsar Alexandria, Virginia U

Re: [RBW] Re: Have a Sub 20lb Roadeo?

in and had a good time riding. On Friday, February 2, 2018 at 1:52:27 PM UTC-5, Steve Palincsar wrote: One time I talked a guy from work, a systems engineer, into joining me at the Mathews County "Tour de Chesapeake."  This was his very first ever bike event. The night before,

Re: [RBW] Re: Have a Sub 20lb Roadeo?

orning, there he is trying to reassemble a rear derailleur with his bike laid out on the grass in front of the school. -- Steve Palincsar Alexandria, Virginia USA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from

Re: [RBW] Re: Are you using your real name on here?

Image result for willie nelson I'll put my money on Willie anytime... On 01/31/2018 05:29 PM, 'Mark in Beacon' via RBW Owners Bunch wrote: Funny, funny! But I favor Rainer Maria Rilke over Willie when it comes to wowing the gals. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to

Re: [RBW] Re: Are you using your real name on here?

Without that title. Romeo, doff thy name, And for that name which is no part of thee Take all myself. *Romeo:* I take thee at thy word: Call me but love, and I'll be new baptized; Henceforth I never will be Romeo. Steve Palincsar Alexandria, Virginia USA -- You received this message because you

Re: [RBW] Re: Have a Sub 20lb Roadeo?

On 01/31/2018 03:29 PM, Jim M. wrote: On Wednesday, January 31, 2018 at 11:01:14 AM UTC-8, Steve Palincsar wrote: we'ved asked around and /not one single person on the entire club ride/ -- and they themselves all had threadless headsets -- *ever* had any idea how to adjust one

Re: [RBW] Re: Have a Sub 20lb Roadeo?

: The advantage being you can adjust a threadless headset with an allen key, which is on a multi-tool. Threaded you got to bring a couple of decent sized wrenches to adjust. -- Steve Palincsar Alexandria, Virginia USA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups

Re: [RBW] Are you using your real name on here?

Yes.  Real location as well. -- Steve Palincsar Alexandria, Virginia USA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunc

Re: [RBW] Re: Have a Sub 20lb Roadeo?

club ride/ -- and they themselves all had threadless headsets -- *ever* had any idea how to adjust one. So in my book, although there's unquestionably a theoretical advantage there, in practice it's meaningless since nobody seems to know how to do it. -- Steve Palincsar Alexandria, Virginia USA -- Yo

Re: [RBW] Re: Are you using your real name on here?

rel names  I have encountered, just examples. -- Steve Palincsar Alexandria, Virginia USA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bun

Re: [RBW] Rivendell Cheviot Meets Schwinn Le Tour

up/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout. -- Steve Palincsar Alexandria, Virginia USA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving email

Re: [RBW] Re: Have a Sub 20lb Roadeo?

whats sold all over the place they aren't. However, it is worth mentioning that when it comes to handlebars, the shape is at least as important as the weight and should factor heavily in the choice.   The wrong bar is going to hold you back a lot more than the weight differential would do.

Re: [RBW] Re: Have a Sub 20lb Roadeo?

are threadles stems whereas I doubt you'll find a light quill stem with a 31.8 clamp. If your going to be a weight watcher going with threadles does make sense. -- Steve Palincsar Alexandria, Virginia USA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "

Re: [RBW] Tektro R559 vs. Dia-Compe 750 centerpulls.

l Stop salmon pads. They worked OK in the dry, though. Eric -- Steve Palincsar Alexandria, Virginia USA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send

Re: [RBW] Re: My trials and tribulations with upright bars

mper?  That person never knows that the next combination of factors won't work, he or she finally just gives up. And honestly, what would motivate you to try those 43 different setups if drops already work for you?   What could you possibly be looking for? -- Steve Palincsar Alexandria, Virginia USA

Re: [RBW] Re: My trials and tribulations with upright bars

positions on a bicycle. Within limits, especially with non-competitive riding, I find the software often successfully reprograms itself to the hardware. -- Steve Palincsar Alexandria, Virginia USA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owne

Re: [RBW] Re: Grant Clem L special on the Blahg

money in having to replace frayed cables. Soldered SS cables basically last forever - kind of like buying a steel frame because it is not disposable. Laing -- Steve Palincsar Alexandria, Virginia USA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners

Re: [RBW] FS: Canti brake sets - Tektro, VO Grand Cru and Avid Shorty Ultimate

Hi Ash. PM sent. Steve. On Thursday, January 18, 2018 at 7:32:07 PM UTC-6, Ash wrote: > > Hi John, > > After trying 3 canti brakes and 2 v-brakes I understood how cantis are > technically better. > For certain types of use they are indeed superior. Breaking power >

[RBW] Looking for Riv Reader #37

Does anyone have an extra or one they no longer need? Would like to see this one. Steve -- 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: Seeking opinions on 11 speed roadie setup

have since been corrected with a parts replacement, but I'm too set in my shifty ways to change now...) On 01/15/2018 02:16 PM, Deacon Patrick wrote: Och! Mayhap English is nae me first languague? I’d’ve sworn, Steve, you were, with the exception of the hyperbolic cast iron vow, in violent

Re: [RBW] Re: Seeking opinions on 11 speed roadie setup

and rain. Riding in mud is eqivilant to climbing hills. The trick is (no matter the gearing) to have aerobic power, because anaerobic power is unsustainable for more than a few minutes. With abandon, Patrick -- Steve Palincsar Alexandria, Virginia USA -- You received this message because you

Re: [RBW] Re: Riv shipping, a new world record

so perfectly and is so well protected. It's the Russian nesting dolls (or whatever the heck they're called, I can never remember) version of bicycle parts! -- Steve Palincsar Alexandria, Virginia USA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW O

Re: [RBW] Re: Do you like your Berthoud stainless fenders?

. It gives a smudge of clearance to prevent that contact of the back of the fender. Andy Cheatham Pittsburgh -- Steve Palincsar Alexandria, Virginia USA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this grou

Re: [RBW] Seeking opinions on 11 speed roadie setup

be in speed or distance. -- Steve Palincsar Alexandria, Virginia USA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@google

Re: [RBW] Fendered Roadini

never take them off. -- Steve Palincsar Alexandria, Virginia USA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunc

[RBW] Re: FS Mark's M1 front rack

I decided to keep my rack. I've switched it to a different bike and using it as a rear rack for a small trunk bag. On Sunday, January 7, 2018 at 12:29:04 PM UTC-6, Steve Butcher wrote: > > > <https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-MxclypUfRSQ/WlJmZ1GYE_I

Re: [RBW] Roadini as commuter?

On 01/09/2018 08:10 PM, Bill Lindsay wrote: Steve claims to have looked at pictures of the Roadini to conclude that it has no rack mounts anywhere. I see rack mounts at the rear dropouts and barrel style rack mounts up on the seat stays. Didn't see those before, but do see them now

Re: [RBW] Roadini as commuter?

Is meant to be a tripped down light bike. The Sam is the do it all. Confirming that it wasn't designed to be used as a commuter... -- Steve Palincsar Alexandria, Virginia USA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubs

Re: [RBW] Roadini as commuter?

t the same way as with your LBS carbon fibre road racers.  I do not believe it is meant as "sport touring" - which the Rambouillet pretty clearly was. -- Steve Palincsar Alexandria, Virginia USA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "

Re: [RBW] Re: Roadini as commuter?

ypes of weather. Just wondering if anyone here has built one up and what's their experience so far? Cheers! -- Steve Palincsar Alexandria, Virginia USA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this

[RBW] Re: FS Mark's M1 front rack

Price drop and bump...$120.00 shipped CONUS. On Sunday, January 7, 2018 at 12:29:04 PM UTC-6, Steve Butcher wrote: > > > <https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-MxclypUfRSQ/WlJmZ1GYE_I/Cgg/0S8rkHjNhLoul7y8Dh4YCIUni9cGaJI8wCLcBGAs/s1600/IMG_20180107_105753_033.jpg> >

Re: [RBW] Roadini as commuter?

s their experience so far? -- Steve Palincsar Alexandria, Virginia USA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@goog

[RBW] FS Mark's M1 front rack

h questions. Thanks for looking, Steve. -- 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] Generator tail light on Longboard Fenders

was glued to the top of the rear fender. On 01/07/2018 12:24 PM, Call Me Jay wrote: Has anyone made this work? How? -- Steve Palincsar Alexandria, Virginia USA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubsc

Re: [RBW] Re: Bar wrap direction

end plugs and instructions to wrap from the stem to the end and tuck the tail inside. I'd appreciate hearing folks views on the finer points of wrapping drop bars with cloth/cork/leather. -- Steve Palincsar Alexandria, Virginia USA -- You received this message because you are

Re: [RBW] Re: Rene Herse "went to go-fast 700c rando machines many years ago for a good reason"?

slowly waking up to the fact that riders in the real world want and need wide tires that don't have sturdy 'touring' casings, but that offer the performance and comfort you can only get with a high-performance casing. and are willing to pay for them, too -- Steve Palincsar Alexandria

[RBW] WTT-Mark's rack for Nitto 34F or 35F

I'm currently using a Mark's front rack on my Rosco Bubbe mixte but would like something with a larger load rating. If you've got a big Nitto front rack and want a small one, instead, let's talk trading. Of course, I would expect to pitch in some boot. Steve Butcher Stockton, Missouri

[RBW] Re: Oddly Harmonic Pastel Brutal Chill: Riding into the New Year

And, may God continue to startle you with joy! Thanks for the blessing! On Monday, January 1, 2018 at 11:05:57 AM UTC-6, Deacon Patrick wrote: > > In which the clay of creation reveals the violence and pain and tears of > this fallen world are not the final answer. >

Re: [RBW] Re: Discs versus calipers

Pittsburgh On Wednesday, December 27, 2017 at 2:07:53 PM UTC-5, lum gim fong wrote: Roadside maintenance easier on rim or disc brakes? -- Steve Palincsar Alexandria, Virginia USA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Ow

Re: [RBW] Re: Discs versus calipers

C-8, lum gim fong wrote: Roadside maintenance easier on rim or disc brakes? -- Steve Palincsar Alexandria, Virginia USA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receivin

Re: [RBW] where is frame size shown?

about 12 years old. -- Steve Palincsar Alexandria, Virginia USA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunc

[RBW] Re: Very Merry Christmas Tide!

Wonderful, Joyous Christmas to all. Congratulations and Blessings to your little family, Justin! Reading of your riding (which helps your nut) blesses my heart, Patrick! On Sunday, December 24, 2017 at 6:16:12 PM UTC-6, Deacon Patrick wrote: > > A very merry Christmas Tide to you and

[RBW] Re: Soma Shikoro for sale

Tires have sold. On Friday, December 22, 2017 at 4:48:36 AM UTC-6, Steve Butcher wrote: > > Season's greetings, all! I've decided to use tires with more "teeth" so > I'm offering for sale a pair of very good condition Soma Shikoro size > 700x42c in the folding Kevlar be

[RBW] Re: Soma Shikoro for sale

Price drop and bump. $80.00 shipped CONUS. PayPal G meaning I'll absorb the costs. On Friday, December 22, 2017 at 7:54:34 PM UTC-6, Steve Butcher wrote: > > Also, I'd consider these in partial trade for a Sackviille small front > rack bag in gray or dark brown. > > On Frid

[RBW] Re: Soma Shikoro for sale

Also, I'd consider these in partial trade for a Sackviille small front rack bag in gray or dark brown. On Friday, December 22, 2017 at 4:48:36 AM UTC-6, Steve Butcher wrote: > > Season's greetings, all! I've decided to use tires with more "teeth" so > I'm offering for

[RBW] Soma Shikoro for sale

a gravel road! I'm asking $90.00 for the pair, shipped in CONUS with PayPal. Please PM me with questions. Thanks, Steve. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving

Re: [RBW] Re: Rene Herse "went to go-fast 700c rando machines many years ago for a good reason"?

ps.com <mailto:rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com>. Visit this group at https://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout. -- Steve Palincsar Alexandria, Virginia USA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the

[RBW] Re: Nitto R-14 Top Rack for sale

The rack has sold. On Saturday, December 16, 2017 at 12:49:34 PM UTC-6, Steve Butcher wrote: > > > <https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-S1ur0iEnrII/WjVqh-DVlaI/Cf4/_p5XZ9KGqg8kfdE41FJ2GxuhsmoPKyqUACLcBGAs/s1600/IMG_20171216_122028_830.jpg> > I've made the switch to a

[RBW] Nitto R-14 Top Rack for sale

CONUS shipping is included in the price. PM me off list please with any questions. Thanks, Steve. -- 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: 650b tires: the fat and the skinny about them?

We're talking here about "Wheel Size, Tire Width and Handling," Bicycle Quarterly Winter 2017, p. 84-85, I presume. In this article, Jan says: "If the above theory is correct, I should not notice much of a difference since the diameter of the wheels remains unchanged.  That isn't how it

Re: [RBW] Re: New Greenlantis/ seatpost size?/ crazy pack job

cantilever models are now 28.6.  They don't put rear brake bridges on anymore because enough people are using V-brakes, which is what i'll be doing. -- -- Steve Palincsar Alexandria, Virginia USA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners

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