[RBW] Re: Photos from last weekend's overnighter

2024-05-17 Thread Takashi
Minh, I had an inflatable pad in the saddle bag. https://www.montbell.us/products/disp.php?cat_id=14008_id=1124667 Takashi 2024年5月16日木曜日 22:56:14 UTC+9 Minh: > great pics, looks like fun! is there a sleeping pad somewhere in that > gear? that's the one item i'm having some trouble p

[RBW] Re: Photos from last weekend's overnighter

2024-05-14 Thread Takashi
Thank you all for nice comments. Diana, tires are Schwalbe Thunder Burt 29 x 2.1. John, I believe that, with less humidity, you can take equally (or more) gorgeous stars photo in Arizona, can't you? Takashi 2024年5月14日火曜日 0:41:30 UTC+9 eric...@gmail.com: > Wow, the sky > > On Sunda

Re: [RBW] Riv-rafting

2024-05-11 Thread Takashi
Wow, John, that looks like a lot of fun. Looking at beautiful scenery from the river must be a very different experience from cycling. I too am looking forward to seeing more of your photos! Takashi 2024年5月11日土曜日 3:44:37 UTC+9 John Rinker: > Hey Wes, I'll look forward to seeing pho

Re: [RBW] Re: Berthoud Decaleur

2024-01-06 Thread Takashi
Hi Ron, I'm not in need of a decaleur right now, but that Mercian is so beautiful! (It's no secret that I'm partial to wooden fenders.) Takashi 2024年1月6日土曜日 13:17:52 UTC+9 Ron Mc: > Thanks again, Steve - this is my longest-term bike, and the baseline for > measurements any time I

Re: [RBW] Riv Ride: Chicago Lakefront Trail Recap

2023-09-01 Thread Takashi
Great video and writeup as always, Leah! It's a great thing that we have such a great storyteller in this group so that members who couldn't join the ride still can enjoy your post. Thank you for sharing. Takashi -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups &quo

Re: [RBW] Northern Hemisphere Summer Riding Photos 2023

2023-06-30 Thread Takashi
intuitive. Takashi -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on

Re: [RBW] Northern Hemisphere Summer Riding Photos 2023

2023-06-24 Thread Takashi
Thank you Bill. I'm looking forward to your photos of France. Takashi -- 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: Sharing your winter ride photos northern hemisphere Spring 2023

2023-04-14 Thread Takashi
Ted, I like the color of your Fuji. Beautiful. Eric, your photos make me feel that I just HAVE to go ride coming weekend. Takashi -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiv

Re: [RBW] Sharing Your Winter Ride Fotos 2023

2023-03-21 Thread Takashi
dded tires sounds like a good idea. Eric, that must have been a very nice ride despite headwinds. Both photos are beautiful. I don't think we'll have any more snow this season. Like Ted says, maybe time to start a Spring Photo thread? Takashi -- You received this message because you are

Re: [RBW] Re: Sharing Your Winter Ride Fotos 2023

2023-02-27 Thread Takashi
cery rides joyous, don't they? Russel, I agree with Rich that your bike looks great. Now I'm thinking about which of my bike I should use green bartapes and yellow cables... Eric, so there are two airfields nearby? I seldom have chance to look at airplanes up close, that must be fun. Takashi -- Y

[RBW] Re: Signing up for Scary Things: Intro to Bike Mechanics

2023-02-20 Thread Takashi
Now I'm expecting, in the near future, seeing "Ask Leah Anything About Your Bike Problems" thread in this forum. Takashi 2023年2月20日月曜日 7:49:57 UTC+9 eric...@gmail.com: Good for you, Leah! Enjoy the wrenches :) On Sunday, February 19, 2023 at 1:06:29 PM UTC-5 J J wrote: Great story,

Re: [RBW] Re: Sharing Your Winter Ride Fotos 2023

2023-02-08 Thread Takashi
interesting patterns of tree shadows. Will, although there are no snow in the photo, it surely looks like a very cold day! Takashi -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving e

[RBW] Re: Sharing Your Winter Ride Fotos 2023

2023-01-10 Thread Takashi
r! I agree that riding a closed road is pleasant. Takashi -- 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...@googl

[RBW] Re: Sharing Your Winter Ride Fotos 2023

2023-01-08 Thread Takashi
all don't have infrastructure to handle snow. Two inches of snow turns Tokyo into a chaos. Takashi -- 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, sen

[RBW] Re: Sharing Your Winter Ride Fotos 2023

2023-01-06 Thread Takashi
and Eric's photos make me wonder - doesn't Virginia have much snowfall? Takashi -- 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] Sharing Your Winter Ride Fotos 2023

2023-01-02 Thread Takashi
Matti, that's a nice LHT, and visiting a coast in winter is something special. Please post picture of your Sam when you build it up! Takashi -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop

Re: [RBW] Sharing Your Winter Ride Fotos 2023

2023-01-02 Thread Takashi
bike looks very different in two photos. Both look great, but especially beautiful in the morning (evening?) light! Takashi -- 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] Sharing Your Winter Ride Fotos 2023

2023-01-01 Thread Takashi
able to ride. I assume that winter in Wisconsin is very harsh. Your photo, like Nick's, makes me think that it was very quiet. Takashi -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiv

Re: [RBW] Who is getting a Platypus?

2022-11-26 Thread Takashi
Masa, Congrats on your new bike! I'm looking forward to hearing from you about how the bike feels. Takashi -- 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, sen

[RBW] Re: Sayonara Japan: A Farewell Tour

2022-07-25 Thread Takashi
So sad that I didn't have chance to meet you John. I hope to have a ride together next time you come to Japan. Oh, and thank you for another great ride report and photos! I've visited Shikoku once, and I agree about thickness of the air there. Takashi -- You received this message because you

[RBW] Re: Ride Report: Izu Oshima- Gojira's Keep

2022-05-28 Thread Takashi
Oh, I remember reading Blue Lug Blog about trip to Izu Oshima. The island surely looks like a 'must ride' place. Your description and photos make me want to visit there. Thank you for sharing! Takashi -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW O

[RBW] Re: Overnighter Photos

2022-05-14 Thread Takashi
Thank you Brendon! I'm lucky that I can visit these places easily. Takashi -- 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: Overnighter Photos

2022-05-14 Thread Takashi
is Kakizore River. https://flic.kr/p/2iPXo4p https://flic.kr/p/p1Fzrk Takashi -- 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+unsubs

[RBW] Re: Overnighter Photos

2022-05-13 Thread Takashi
Thank you Eric! The log worked better than I thought, but I should be careful not to forget tripod next time. Takashi -- 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

[RBW] Re: 10 years of Rivendell on my Homer Hilsen

2022-05-12 Thread Takashi
Ouch! Glad to know that you and your bike frame were OK. I don't regret buying Hunqapillar at all, but am curious as to how it was if I bought a Homer. Maybe climbing a long ascent is a bit easier? Wishing you many more happy kilometers for the next 10 years! Takashi -- You received

Re: [RBW] Introducing the Charlie H Gallop Protovelo

2022-05-03 Thread Takashi
Thank you for the review Jason. Now that I read the review I'm interested in Charlie, though I can't justify buying another bike. Takashi -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop

Re: [RBW] Re: Cherry Blossoms, Apricot Blossoms, Peach Blossoms

2022-04-26 Thread Takashi
Thank you Bob. I am dreaming of Riv riders gathering and riding in Japan someday. That should be fun! Patrick, that's a good idea, though I also am too lazy to do such work! Takashi -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch&q

[RBW] Re: Cherry Blossoms, Apricot Blossoms, Peach Blossoms

2022-04-22 Thread Takashi
of cherry trees blooming like that. Takashi -- 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.co

[RBW] Re: Cherry Blossoms, Apricot Blossoms, Peach Blossoms

2022-04-20 Thread Takashi
Thank you Kate. I'm pretty sure that New Jersey is also a beautiful place! Takashi -- 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

[RBW] Re: Cherry Blossoms, Apricot Blossoms, Peach Blossoms

2022-04-18 Thread Takashi
Thank you Jason! Around here, peach blossoms were already falling by the time I took the last photo. It's raining now, so I think they'll be mostly gone by tomorrow. Cherry blossoms have not bloomed yet in Canada, I think? Enjoy your cherries on your gorgeous RIv! Takashi -- You received

[RBW] Re: Cherry Blossoms, Apricot Blossoms, Peach Blossoms

2022-04-15 Thread Takashi
fenders. I bought them from Woody's Fenders (https://www.woodysfenders.com/default.asp). Takashi -- 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] Re: [Repainted] Bombadil on its Archetypal Route

2022-01-16 Thread Takashi
Congrats on your "new" Bombadil! The frame color looks very cool, especially on the terrain you're riding. You wrote about Rene Herse taillight in another post; did you have a frame builder drill a hole on your frame? Takashi -- You received this message because you are

[RBW] Re: 2021 Appaloosa video

2021-11-11 Thread Takashi
Eric, that's a very nice looking Appaloosa, and the area you're riding is a really lovely place! Takashi -- 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, sen

[RBW] Re: Autumn Is My Favorite Season

2021-11-05 Thread Takashi
John, riding that route must have been a real workout. And yes, I also would like to ride with you in near future! Takashi -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving e

[RBW] Re: Autumn Is My Favorite Season

2021-11-03 Thread Takashi
Thank you Joel. It's Nagano in Japan. Takashi -- 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.co

Re: [RBW] Riding in rain - Why not?

2021-06-21 Thread Takashi
around my knees was uncovered and was a bit wet. Cleverhood's cheaper poncho is way shorter than Grundens (about 110cm), so you will need to wear rain pants, I think. Takashi -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To

[RBW] Re: Riding in rain - Why not?

2021-06-20 Thread Takashi
Thanks for the APPROVal, Bill. The bridge is a Momosuke Bridge completed in 1922. http://www.town.nagiso.nagano.jp/kankou/en/midokoro/nagiso/midokoro_34.html#06 Takashi -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubs

[RBW] Re: Ride Report: Yakushima Island, SW Japan

2021-04-04 Thread Takashi
have heard of a famous quote from a novel by Fumiko Hayashi which says "They say that it rains 35 days a month in Yakushima." Takashi -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop r

Re: [RBW] The joy of winter riding, and how do you keep your toes warm?

2021-02-13 Thread Takashi
and socks, just in case. I didn't need socks, but used the gloves. Takashi -- 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] Bombadil on its Archetypal Route (loads of photos)

2021-02-13 Thread Takashi
paddy, so I assume it was a private path excavated by the owner of the rice paddy. https://flic.kr/p/iTB6m4 Takashi -- 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

[RBW] Re: Electric bicycles (Was: Copenhagen wheel)

2021-01-15 Thread Takashi
, and it did a good translation. Takashi -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To view this

Re: [RBW] Bombadil on its Archetypal Route (loads of photos)

2021-01-01 Thread Takashi
Hi Jason, The last time you posted pictures of your ride they looked like quasi-monochrome, and this time they're colorful again. Both look great! Your bombadil, complete with fenders, looks quite at home in the woods. Takashi 2021年1月1日金曜日 13:18:35 UTC+9 Jason Fuller: > Got up to some g

[RBW] Re: Weird handlebar idea

2020-07-30 Thread Takashi
Put TWO handlebars on your bike, and you can have whatever position you like! https://sheldonbrown.com/org/thorn-index.html Takashi Zack Medow wrote: > > Ok so for me the perfect road handlebar would allow me to run drop bar > break levers in the typical way for “enduranc

[RBW] Re: Was the Hunqapillar designed for Albatross bars?

2020-07-13 Thread Takashi
the hardest decision you'll make, because every option makes sense." I remembered these words well because I read this page over and over when I was contemplating which model I should buy. Takashi -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owne

[RBW] Re: WTB: Rivendell handlebard rando bag (forgot the name)

2020-06-08 Thread Takashi
I think it's Sackville BarSack that you're looking for. And sorry, I'll NEVER let go of the one I have. Takashi -- 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, sen

[RBW] Re: Lowrider racks on MIT Atlantis?

2020-06-06 Thread Takashi
Nitto and Blue Lug are developing new lowrider racks. Their Instagram post says that new racks will be announced soon. https://www.instagram.com/p/CBDVw4oDCW8/ Takashi -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubs

[RBW] Re: Center pull/Herse Brake Help

2020-05-30 Thread Takashi
brazed on your Homer? Takashi -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To view this

[RBW] Re: MKS Bear Trap Pedals?

2020-05-24 Thread Takashi
Blue Lug's blog says that they are new products from MKS, and says "Come to the store to see them." So I think you will have to wait a while until they are listed on their online store. Takashi -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RB

[RBW] Re: Cherry Blossoms Season!

2020-04-20 Thread Takashi
link? Takashi -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web vi

[RBW] Re: Cherry Blossoms Season!

2020-04-15 Thread Takashi
. Tirebiter, Steven, and Roberta, Glad to know that you are enjoying this thread. Cherry blossoms are already falling here, but then peach blossoms are in full bloom. I think I can take pictures of them next weekend. Takashi -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google

[RBW] Re: Cherry Blossoms Season!

2020-04-13 Thread Takashi
Dave, that looks like a lovely day and lovely flowers. No wonder there were many people outside. Carl, that's a nice b photo! When you ride around in rural areas in Japan, you are likely to come upon a huge tree. Takashi On Monday, April 13, 2020 at 2:18:28 AM UTC+9, tuolumne bikes wrote

[RBW] Re: Ideas for very unobtrusive and very QR saddlebag mounting system for non-Brooks saddles

2020-04-13 Thread Takashi
Roberta posted about $1.00 quick release a while ago: https://groups.google.com/forum/#!msg/rbw-owners-bunch/fTABxnajUJ4/QKRJIOFiCAAJ Also, there is Frost and Sekers QR, which is a bit more pricey. https://frostandsekers.com/ Takashi -- You received this message because you are subscribed

[RBW] Riding and then mountaineering

2019-10-21 Thread Takashi
hardly any view, and occasionally raining, so I climbed down early and went back home. As I said it took 2 hours from my house to trail, but ride back home took only 45 minutes. It was quite a descent. Pictures here: https://flic.kr/s/aHsmHQZjnd Takashi -- You received this message b

[RBW] Has Anyone Rinko'd Their Riv? - Follow Up on Yesterday's Rivendell Email

2019-05-24 Thread Takashi
thing off. Takashi -- 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 em

[RBW] Re: Hand-Cranked Coffee Grinder Recommendation

2019-04-23 Thread Takashi
An artisanal wooden grinder, which is more expensive, requires more time and effort, and produces more inconsistent grinds :) https://flic.kr/p/xGpRys Takashi -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from

[RBW] Re: Mark's Rack (M1) on Back?

2019-04-09 Thread Takashi
I usually put no more than 5kg of load in my saddlebag. With my 54cm Hunq, the saddlebag would rub the tire if used without a rack, so probably 90% of the weight is supported by the rack. No problems so far. Takashi John Rinker wrote: > > Thanks Takashi and Jon, > > Any co

[RBW] Re: Mark's Rack (M1) on Back?

2019-04-09 Thread Takashi
://flic.kr/p/RV8rN3 Takashi -- 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,

[RBW] Re: Ride Report: Eastern Cape, North Island, New Zealand

2019-03-27 Thread Takashi
WOW. Reading your words and looking at your pictures of rivers, mountains, roads, etc., I'm as speechless as... ! Takashi -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving e

[RBW] Re: SQR with Medium or Large Saddlesack?

2019-02-18 Thread Takashi
from that, it works fairly well. Takashi -- 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: Hunqapillar fender options

2019-01-05 Thread Takashi
, i.e., chopping front fender into two. I assume that, with right tools, you can do the same thing on metal or plastic fenders. (Whether you like the appearance or not is another question.) Takashi -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners

[RBW] Re: Whatbars.com

2018-11-23 Thread Takashi
It's now named "Rivendell such and such" Takashi WETH wrote: > > This is a great tool. However, today when I went to compare two bars I > couldn’t find Nitto albastache nor albatross bars. I know they were there > Wednesday because I was showing a friend. I tried

Re: [RBW] Re: Quick removal of full-coverage fenders

2018-10-17 Thread Takashi
Tully, Several years ago I saw a photo in a bike magazine which showed a quick-release rear fender. I think I threw the magazine away, but I remember that it had a latch catch clip where it attaches to chainstay bridge. When you create your quick release fenders, please post pictures! Takashi

[RBW] Re: Quick removal of full-coverage fenders

2018-10-17 Thread Takashi
and rack stays on the fork. Technically you can bring your bike into train by simply removing both wheels from your bike, but I have front fender and front rack, so removing whole fork is easier for me. Takashi WETH wrote: > > Takashi, > That is awesome! Did you create somethin

[RBW] Re: Quick removal of full-coverage fenders

2018-10-16 Thread Takashi
Forgot to add that I put SKS QR on rear dropout. Takashi Takashi wrote: > > Here's what I have on my Hunq: > > I bought a piece of metal at local hardware store and filed off some bit. > I attached it to the fender / kickstand mount on chainstays. > > > I inserted a T-n

[RBW] Re: Rivendell West and East Meet Up

2018-08-08 Thread Takashi
enjoy your visit to Kyoto. I'd love to visit California and meet you and Riv people there some day. Takashi -- 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 ema

[RBW] Re: Bullmoose Bars - Your Experiences?

2018-07-31 Thread Takashi
lip toward center of handlebars (toward the stem). My hands are stopped at the brake levers, and most the weight on my hands are supported at the base of my thumbs. I believe that's why I had no hand numbness during the ride. Takashi -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Goo

[RBW] Re: In Japan! Any recommendations?

2018-07-26 Thread Takashi
in summer, be prepared for humidity. Temperature is generally lower than in California, but humidity easily hits 80%. When are you coming? Tokyo and Kyoto are both far away from where I live (Nagano), but it will be great if my work schedule allows to meet you. Takashi -- You received

Re: [RBW] Re: Dear Riv, please make a wider Noodle

2018-07-02 Thread Takashi
Alex Wirth- Owner, Yellow Haus Bicycles wrote: > > A steel moose stem with removable faceplates > You mean something like this? (Requires a threadless converter) https://global.bluelug.com/nitto-v-4-stem-dull.html Takashi -- You received this message because you are subscribed to t

[RBW] Videos by Blue Lug

2018-06-27 Thread Takashi
A Blue Lug staff made a couple of nice videos featuring Riv bikes. You can watch them here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m42xOhm33vo and here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RmHviL6Jf1Y Enjoy! Takashi -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW O

[RBW] Re: New Dia Compe 610 Centerpull Brakes?

2018-06-14 Thread Takashi
A bike shop in Japan says they received the brakes on June 2, so it might require some more time until they land on US. https://www.velocraft.jp/blog/post-322/ The blog post says "The surfaces of the new DC 610 brakes look nicer than old ones." Takashi -- You received this message b

[RBW] Re: Betty's an eBike Now

2018-04-24 Thread Takashi
That's great! So glad to know that you are riding again. Takashi -- 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: tons of frank jones info on bluelug

2018-02-14 Thread Takashi
Lug again, and took some pictures of FJ. Sorry about poor quality. They let me test ride it, but I rode it for only short distance, and the area around the store is flat. So I can't tell about its ride quality. Takashi -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups &

[RBW] Re: Knicker Quest

2018-02-14 Thread Takashi
ps at knee, not elastic If you're OK with above, I think they're great. http://en.montbell.jp/products/goods/disp.php?product_id=1105512 Takashi -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop r

[RBW] Re: Butternut Appaloosa with Woody fenders

2018-01-21 Thread Takashi
is planning to buy Chop Chorts, so pics of your Chev will inspire him. Takashi -- 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: It looked like just a little stick...

2018-01-06 Thread Takashi
luck, Jim! Takashi -- 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 em

[RBW] Re: Several things I saw at Blue Lug

2017-12-28 Thread Takashi
the owner to sell the frames... maybe ??? Takashi On Friday, December 29, 2017 at 7:26:50 AM UTC+9, Mark in Beacon wrote: > > > > > *A beautiful Rivendell custom:Blue Lug also runs cafe near their Hatagaya > Store.I was enjoying coffee there when I noticed there was a b

[RBW] Re: Casual Observations on Japanese Metropolitan Area Bike Transportation

2017-11-22 Thread Takashi
are politer these days than before. In case you missed, there was a good article in Jan Heine's blog: https://janheine.wordpress.com/2017/10/28/city-cycling-in-kyoto/ And, if you want to get a Riv step-through, you should definitely do so. And post pictures here. Takashi -- You received

[RBW] Re: Enjoying autumn colors

2017-11-11 Thread Takashi
lot of tight curves like this <https://www.flickr.com/photos/77318553@N08/37452694374/>, so if they go too fast they are likely to jump into a river before hitting any cyclist. Paul, My pleasure! Takashi -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups &q

Re: [RBW] Re: Enjoying autumn colors

2017-11-09 Thread Takashi
Thank you Mike. I'm glad that you enjoyed pictures. Takashi Mike Williams wrote: > > Great photos Takashi, thank you for sharing > > Sent from my iPhone > > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To

Re: [RBW] Re: Enjoying autumn colors

2017-11-09 Thread Takashi
/aHsm7uEN3F Takashi Patrick Moore wrote: > > I was particularly struck by the misty, wet forest scenes -- very > different from high desert New Mexico, and not at all what we in most of > the US would first think of at the mention of "fall pictures." But > beautiful; one ima

[RBW] Re: Enjoying autumn colors

2017-11-09 Thread Takashi
Thank you Ryan. I suppose that your mixte would look very pretty beneath leaves of Canadian trees. I'd like to see pictures of your ride! Takashi Ryan Fleming wrote: > > I love your pictures. So evocative! Autumn is my favourite season, but in > Winnipeg , MB the autumn colours maybe

[RBW] Re: Enjoying autumn colors

2017-11-07 Thread Takashi
in Hiroshima (warmer place in Japan) said that it's less colorful there in autumn, so it depends. BTW, sky and cloud in your picture looks brilliant! If you want brilliant colors of leaves, going near the trees and looking up works better, maybe? Takashi <https://lh3.googleusercontent.

[RBW] Re: 3-Speed MTBing Resources?

2017-11-06 Thread Takashi
effectiveness or durability. Takashi -- 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 g

[RBW] Re: Autumn bike camping trip

2017-10-04 Thread Takashi
A beautiful bike and beautiful scenery. Thanks for sharing! Takashi -- 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: Looking for photos of Nitto Mark's Rack on the rear

2017-06-02 Thread Takashi
far. Good luck! Takashi EasyRider wrote: > > I'm considering getting a Marks' Rack to use as a saddlebag support, or as > a place strap down a sleeping bag or stuff sack on an upcoming build. But > haven't seen many pictures of it mounted that way. Please post pictures if >

[RBW] Re: Dyno wiring

2017-05-21 Thread Takashi
nd also hemp twine & shellac, just to be sure. Sorry about poor quality photos. Takashi -- 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 ema

[RBW] Re: OT: Japanese Woodworking

2017-04-28 Thread Takashi
computer on a low table. Takashi Deacon Patrick wrote: > > Does anyone know good books or online resources or someone willing to > share the craft via video conference? If so, could you please email me off > group (lamontglen [at} mac dot com)? > > Since we floor live it’s hard

[RBW] Re: Bike destinations in Japan and Amsterdam

2017-04-06 Thread Takashi
to avoid heat stroke, since it will be (relatively) hot and (very) humid in summer. Takashi -- 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] Re: Errandonee 2017

2017-03-25 Thread Takashi
Great story and pictures as always, Patrick! It's good to know that people come out of office for you so that you don't have to go inside. Takashi Deacon Patrick wrote: > > Here’s ta rules: > https://chasingmailboxes.com/category/errandonnee/errandonnee-rules/ > > Here’s me ad

[RBW] Re: Cheviot touring?

2017-02-25 Thread Takashi
There was a post in Blue Lug Blog. A one-night camp, one of them riding Cheviot. https://bluelug.com/blog/hatagaya/swift-campout-2016/ Takashi Bob Lovejoy wrote: > > I was daydreaming the other day, an amazingly glorious day for the midwest > in February, riding my Cheviot. I could

[RBW] Re: Awesome new bars on Blue Lug Blog.

2017-02-09 Thread Takashi
shipping cost, "Delivery Policies" link at the left of the Blue Lug site leads you to wrong page. Instead, scroll down to the bottom of the page, and click "Delivery Policy" link. Takashi Richard Rios wrote: > > Looks like Blue Lug has Riv's new bars or something very close

Re: [RBW] Re: ISO: Planet Bike strut-compatible QRs

2017-01-21 Thread Takashi
want. Takashi Jeff wrote: > > Does something like this help at all for keeping the stay QR mounted at > the dropout: > [image: Inline image 1] > Spotted here: > http://store.velo-orange.com/index.php/vo-fender-stay-mount-for-eyeletless-frames-4mm-qr.html > > > > >

[RBW] Re: Black and Cream Color Scheme

2016-12-20 Thread Takashi
Another sample of Black & Black Sam <https://bluelug.com/contents/bike-catalog/detail.php?tag=20161209samhillborne> . (Not mine) Takashi -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this grou

[RBW] Re: Snow powder and pack tires

2016-12-20 Thread Takashi
t Conti's "2.0 inch" tires are a bit wider than Schwalbe's "2.0 inch" tires. Takashi -- 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 a

[RBW] Re: High Riding Handlebar Bag

2016-11-14 Thread Takashi
to attach bag to the front rack. http://surlybikes.com/parts/cargo/rear_rack_upper_kit Takashi -- 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

[RBW] Re: Good news, bad news: Rejoining the peloton

2016-11-13 Thread Takashi
Welcome back Patrick! Glad to see your post here again! Takashi -- 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: RBW Web Site

2016-11-10 Thread Takashi
/support.mozilla.org/en-US/kb/advanced-panel-settings-in-firefox Takashi -- 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...@

[RBW] Re: Thank you and "Enjoy the Ride!"

2016-09-14 Thread Takashi
Thank you Patrick, your posts and pictures have always inspired me very much. Takashi -- 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: Leah's Bicycle Bus! (and question)

2016-09-01 Thread Takashi
Leah, I've been enjoying reading your great story. Thanks for sharing! About Backabike Bags: I think there are loops on your bags through which you can run straps. You can secure the bottom of your bags to the rack with John's Irish Straps which Riv sells. (ANY strap will work for that matter,

[RBW] Re: First S24O, on the C Canal

2016-07-21 Thread Takashi
Congratulations on your first S24O! Enjoyed reading your report very much. Takashi -- 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

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