[RBW] Re: Rivs in the UK

2016-02-09 Thread carnerda...@bellsouth.net
Stu, As a fellow Sam Hillborne owner and a fan of the Swansea City Swans I was excited to see your post and pictures. My son is also a Swans fan and we had dreams of a trip to Swansea at the end of April to celebrate his fortieth birthday. Economics and family responsibilities have squashed

Re: [RBW] Re: The Silver Hubs

2015-09-15 Thread carnerda...@bellsouth.net
Rich said I would receive an email when/if the 130 end caps were available. None yet. He also said he felt it would be no problem if I squeezed them into my 130 spaced Riv Road. Was easier than I expected. I have had my new wheels with these hubs for about a week with limited riding

[RBW] Re: The Silver Hubs

2015-08-08 Thread carnerda...@bellsouth.net
My hubs arrived yesterday. They look at least as good in person as in the photos. The alloy vs steel question has already been answered. I plan to take the recommended precautions, but that is not a deal-breaker for me. I hope that issue does not make them go away. As others have said, if

[RBW] Re: Best Riv frame for rear childseat?

2015-08-07 Thread carnerda...@bellsouth.net
Can anyone identify the make and model of the child seat on Keven's bike in the blug post linked earlier in this thread? David -- 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,

Re: [RBW] Re: The Silver Hubs

2015-08-04 Thread carnerda...@bellsouth.net
This would be a 6 pawl: http://o-lite.com.tw/news.php?m=did=16p=1 I called Riv and talked with Rich. I was mainly asking about the availability of the 130 end caps, but also asked if the body was steel or aluminum. He first said aluminum, but after checking said steel. David -- You received

[RBW] Re: The Silver Hubs

2015-08-01 Thread carnerda...@bellsouth.net
o-lite.com.tw Road hubs: QL-ZL7R look the closest - 6 pawls, etc. , just not enough holes in the flanges. I have ordered a set of the Silver from Rivendell. David -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group

[RBW] Re: WTB 52 (650B) canti Sam

2015-05-06 Thread carnerda...@bellsouth.net
Happy conclusion: My friend did purchase a new Sam complete bike from Rivendell, although after discussion with them it was decided he needed a 55 cm. It arrived today and I helped him get it ready to ride .https://www.flickr.com/photos/40696121@N00/17209631409/lightbox/ On Sunday, April 19,

[RBW] Re: New to Me Rivendell Road (Standard)

2015-04-26 Thread carnerda...@bellsouth.net
picture as requested: https://www.flickr.com/photos/carner/17283504245/in/photostream/lightbox/ On Sunday, Octobe r 26, 2014 at 8:02:28 PM UTC-5, WETH wrote: The FedEx driver delivered my new-to-me Rivendell Road frame and fork on Saturday. There is nothing quite like the anticipation of a

[RBW] WTB 52 (650B) canti Sam

2015-04-19 Thread carnerda...@bellsouth.net
I have a friend who has decided to return to cycling. I loaned him my Sam for the weekend along with a copy of Just Ride. When I picked it up this afternoon he announced that he had bought the Kindle version of the book and wants to get a bicycle just like yours. He even prefers the original

[RBW] Re: WTB 52 (650B) canti Sam

2015-04-19 Thread carnerda...@bellsouth.net
I bought my Sam frame from Rivendell in early 2010. If I remember correctly there were both orange and green frames being sold at that time, but the 52 was only available in green. On Sunday, April 19, 2015 at 6:15:19 PM UTC-5, Norman R wrote: Wasn't the original Sam an orange color? On

[RBW] Re: WTB 52 (650B) canti Sam

2015-04-19 Thread carnerda...@bellsouth.net
I bought my Sam frame from Rivendell in early 2010. If I remember correctly there were orange and green frames being sold, but the 52 was only available in green at that time. On Sunday, April 19, 2015 at 6:15:19 PM UTC-5, Norman R wrote: Wasn't the original Sam an orange color? On Sunday,

[RBW] Help a so-so mechanic with rear derailed issues

2015-04-01 Thread carnerda...@bellsouth.net
Your new cassette does not happen to be an IRD/Riv 9-spd.? David -- 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: Sam H. + Hetres + Fenders = Tire Rub?

2014-02-22 Thread carnerda...@bellsouth.net
I have a 52 green and gold Sam H with the original Fatty Rumpkins and VO stainless steel fenders (58 mm). There is greater than 1 cm clearance between tire and fender all around, front and rear. No rubbing. Incidentally, the Fatty Rumpkins measure slightly wider (39mm) on Atlas rims than my

[RBW] Albatross V-brake levers

2014-01-03 Thread carnerda...@bellsouth.net
I recently ordered Albatross bars for my early green Sam. After trying several options, staying with V-brakes. RBW does not currently offer V-brake compatible levers for non-drop bars. Would appreciate recommendations for best choice and where to buy. LBS is not a good option, as closest is

[RBW] Just Ride, Baton Rouge style

2013-05-04 Thread carnerda...@bellsouth.net
Sort of long and I know it is preaching to the choir on this list, but it was done by a friend of mine, so thought I would share it. David http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4W-3Mnu3Ovo -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To

[RBW] Ride video

2012-05-03 Thread carnerda...@bellsouth.net
My son recently posted a video from a ride together in March. He is apologetic about the shakiness of the handheld camera, but it looks good to me. I was not riding a Rivendell that day, but the Riv content should not be hard to spot. http://vimeo.com/41471076 David -- You received this

[RBW] Re: V-brake vs canti question

2012-01-17 Thread carnerda...@bellsouth.net
+1 on travel agents feel funny. Have been the full circle on my Sam: V- brakes with travel agents, Tektro CR720 cantis, back to V-brakes with Tektro RL520 levers. Was painful to cut off my less than 2 yr. old harlequin wrap, but am glad I did. David On Jan 16, 2:19 am, fugd...@gmail.com

[RBW] Re: Touch-up paint for original green Sam

2011-12-13 Thread carnerda...@bellsouth.net
Nail polish: Sally Hansen Hi-Def 4070-04 is best match I have found. On Dec 12, 6:05 pm, Thomas B darcyspeedobot...@gmail.com wrote: I am having trouble finding recommendations for touch-up paint. Would appreciate group knowledge! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to

[RBW] Re: can one convert a 53 atlantis to a 650b?

2011-05-30 Thread carnerda...@bellsouth.net
I apologize. I guess the blog post I referred to was directed more at two issues raised in cyclofiend's post above: what do you hope to gain? and the mechanical issue of cantilever brakes with enough adjustment to cover the difference in radius. On May 30, 1:00 pm, JL subfas...@gmail.com wrote:

Re: [RBW] can one convert a 53 atlantis to a 650b?

2011-05-29 Thread carnerda...@bellsouth.net
On 5/29/2011 1:24 PM, CycloFiend wrote: on 5/29/11 9:33 AM, canali at jwcoll...@hotmail.com wrote: just wonderingand what cost/replacements are involved? ...read somewhere of people doing such but am not sure if this size was doable or not. I think a few people have experimented or at

Re: [RBW] Re: Maps that show road type.. gravel

2010-12-20 Thread carnerda...@bellsouth.net
MSDOT has on-line county maps in PDF (also available in printed form) that distinguish between unimproved, gravel and paved roads. http://tinyurl.com/5gvsvc They are kept up-to-date as they are used for road maintenance planning. I assume every state has something similar if you know where to

Re: [RBW] FS: Rivendell custom 54

2010-10-24 Thread carnerda...@bellsouth.net
Can't help you with a sale, but read your description with interest as I own a match-built Rivendell Road, serial # R73M. Enjoyed a ride on it this afternoon. On 10/24/2010 8:36 PM, csb wrote: I've decided I don't use this bike enough, and need to cull the herd (not enough room in the

[RBW] Vibrating chain

2010-10-08 Thread carnerda...@bellsouth.net
Wondering if anyone can explain this phenomenon. A couple months ago found a Wipperman 9sx chain at a good price. Still an extravagance, but decided to get it for my Riv Road (riv content) which had been relatively neglected since the arrival of the 52 Sam. Previous chain needed cleaning, but

Re: [RBW] Re: Painted Hunqua

2010-09-03 Thread carnerda...@bellsouth.net
Jamison, It is good of you to share these difficult issues with which you are dealing. I am desperately searching for a support group for owners of match-built Riv Roads AND maxway-built, green Sams with non-spotted forks. David jamison brosseau wrote: its funny those little differences. In

Re: [RBW] Re: Is this rim wear unusual

2010-08-15 Thread carnerda...@bellsouth.net
First, thanks to all who have shared their experience, observations and advice. Here are the brake pads: http://www.flickr.com/photos/carner/4892840374/ http://www.flickr.com/photos/carner/4892244553/ I removed the tire and rim tape and closely inspected the rim. I saw no signs of even tiny

[RBW] Is this rim wear unusual

2010-08-13 Thread carnerda...@bellsouth.net
My 650B Sam Hillborne has Velocity Synergy rims and Shimano Deore V- brakes with the pads that came on them. Since new the front wheel has had a little tick with each revolution while braking. I assumed this was a slightly raised joint line that would flatten out with normal wear. Over the last

Re: [RBW] Front loading ...???

2010-07-11 Thread carnerda...@bellsouth.net
Have you determined the actual weight you will be carrying on tour? Once that is set perhaps you could find a point of balance that optimizes the handling of your SH? To go beyond is as wrong as to fall short. Confucius PATRICK MOORE wrote: Inaugural ride -- yes, brief; 11-12 m rt to grocery

Re: [RBW] Deore V-Brake issue on Hillborne

2010-07-04 Thread carnerda...@bellsouth.net
Deore V brakes, purchased from RBW, work fine on my SH. Did have to place a small spacer (presta valve nut) in front of fork crown when mounting Nitto mini to avoid contact. http://www.flickr.com/photos/carner/4504006453/in/set-72157623654420644/ Is this another Waterford/Taiwan issue? ;-)

[RBW] Problem with on-line order at RBW

2010-07-03 Thread carnerda...@bellsouth.net
I know I will not be able to get a definitive answer until RBW reopens on Tues. and I plan to give them a call. Still, would help for me to know if anyone else has had any problem with an on-line order over the weekend. All went well until I clicked on OK place this order already. I then

Re: [RBW] 53cm Legolas on the 'bay

2010-06-14 Thread carnerda...@bellsouth.net
I am not related to this bicycle in any way, but have a specific question about it for a friend who is interested: Would it make a good 650B conversion? With the frame size and less-than-most-Riv's BB drop seems it would be ideal if brakes are available. Would Motolites have enough reach to

Re: [RBW] Steel frames, custom racks, hammered fenders, schwalbe big apples

2010-05-21 Thread carnerda...@bellsouth.net
Are those Jack Browns on the Sylvan pencil bike in picture #7? Sean Whelan wrote: http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=126885724 -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to

Re: [RBW] Re: Top Ten Names for the next Rivendell Bike

2010-05-07 Thread carnerda...@bellsouth.net
http://www.rivbike.com/blogs/news_post/194 Sounds similar. Aaron Thomas wrote: An undeniably cool name and worthy woman to commemorate, but perhaps a mixed message for a bike. At least one biographer quotes her as saying to her daughter: You must not ride too much on your bicycle. See (p.

[RBW] Grip King/ MKS Lambda pedal spikes

2010-05-03 Thread carnerda...@bellsouth.net
Recent order from RBW included a bag of blunt pedal spikes. Installed 8 per pedal in the manner described on the RBW site, except I did not have the appropriate vise-grip. Used a slightly over-sized socket wrench instead. After a short rainy test ride I was well satisfied with the results

Re: [RBW] Re: Grip King/ MKS Lambda pedal spikes

2010-05-03 Thread carnerda...@bellsouth.net
I used a 7/64 bit (half way between the 3/32 and 1/8 recommended by RBW. The spikes that stayed in are tight. I have checked and think I would have a difficult time removing them to re-thread. I really think my mistake was not getting them started straight. Two that fell out were in the

Re: [RBW] Re: Cantilever Brake issue on Hillborne

2010-04-19 Thread carnerda...@bellsouth.net
crown cable hanger is very thick (it needs to be very stiff). Gernot On Apr 18, 8:44 pm, carnerda...@bellsouth.net carnerda...@bellsouth.net wrote: I may have missed this before, but is there a reason you have not tried the fork crown daruma? Also, for those who have or are considering 650B

Re: [RBW] Re: Cantilever Brake issue on Hillborne

2010-04-18 Thread carnerda...@bellsouth.net
I may have missed this before, but is there a reason you have not tried the fork crown daruma? Also, for those who have or are considering 650B Sam Hillbornes, the fork crown dimensions must be different. I have a Nitto mini rack on my 52 and the bolt is long enough to fit a spacer on the

Re: [RBW] Lugged! Proper fork bend! 650B! Fenders! Fattish Tires! Riv-ish!

2010-04-18 Thread carnerda...@bellsouth.net
Are those tires prototypes or production versions? PATRICK MOORE wrote: http://www.flickr.com/photos/23259...@n05/4526924426/in/set-72157623747045659/ Cross-posted from the Frame list. I don't see a reason for this sort of construction, except as a craftman's tour de force (as opposed to his

Re: [RBW] Re: google maps

2010-03-12 Thread carnerda...@bellsouth.net
George, Not sure that was a fair test, as there are no alternative routes that would be more bike-friendly. The only reasonable alternative would have been: Get a boat. David GeorgeS wrote: To try out the new feature, I asked for a bike route from New Orleans to Hammond which is on the

[RBW] Hunqapillar contest

2010-02-24 Thread carnerda...@bellsouth.net
For those of us who did not get it correct, or were not in the first 10-20, or both, could someone who got it correct and fast enough please post the correct answer? Thanks, David -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to

Re: [RBW] Re: Hunqapillar contest

2010-02-24 Thread carnerda...@bellsouth.net
Sorry. Thought I had looked carefully, but was looking in news of the day and probably failed to scroll down to the knot hole. Brad Gantt wrote: Check the Riv site. The answer is posted there. On Feb 24, 4:13 pm, carnerda...@bellsouth.net carnerda...@bellsouth.net wrote: For those of us

Re: [RBW] MUSA Shorts/Pants Sizing question

2010-01-24 Thread carnerda...@bellsouth.net
Another opinion in the positive for MUSA pants. In the shorts, I prefer the Boosucker. Bruce wrote: Good point Anne. On yesterday's very cool and windy 100K, I wore a pair of MUSA shorts over tights for that added wind resistance.

[RBW] Rivish Ride New Orleans Jazz and Heritage

2010-01-03 Thread carnerda...@bellsouth.net
Last spring there were several list members in NOLA for the Jazz and Heritage Festival. There was some interest (maybe only me?) in a Rivish ride at the time of the 2010 event. This year the dates are April 23 through May 2. Anyone planning to attend and interested in a group ride? More

Re: [RBW] Re: Anyone running Hetres + 50mm Berthouds on a Saluki or other 650B Riv?

2009-12-18 Thread carnerda...@bellsouth.net
...or other 650B Riv -- no responses from anyone about Hetres and fenders on a Sam Hilborne. Specifically interested in the 52 Sam. Rick wrote: Thanks, I am encouraged. Worse case scenario, a worthwhile experiment, and another summer tire to alternate with the Rumpkins. -- You received

[RBW] Re: Right Frame Size?

2009-08-07 Thread carnerda...@bellsouth.net
I assume that recommendation was made on the basis of your reach. According to the geometry chart the TT on the 650/58 is 58.5 while on the 700/57 it is 57. I have a PBH of 84.5, but a short torso. With drop bars and my seat back where I like it I find that a TT of over 57cm has me more

[RBW] Rivendell road bike history

2009-07-11 Thread carnerda...@bellsouth.net
With all the interest generated by the anticipated, new club-rider road bike, thought it might be an appropriate time to bring up the history of pre-Ram Rivendell road bikes. The only mention of these on the cyclofiend site is in the list of models and there seems to be a dearth of specific

[RBW] Re: Linda Blair's Wheel set?

2009-06-14 Thread carnerda...@bellsouth.net
http://tinyurl.com/lrhk3q Sounds like you may need to replace the body. Above is a link to Sheldon Brown's article on Shimano cassettes and freehubs. Gets sort of complicated with early D-A hubs. Bruce wrote: Let me say first off, yes, I bought these wheels on Ebay. Anyway, they're Synergy

[RBW] Re: Sam Hillborne's name

2009-06-12 Thread carnerda...@bellsouth.net
No - nonsense kind of guy -- Samwise the stouthearted? relistan wrote: Given that nobody really knew on this list where the name came from, I took the suggestion above and emailed Grant. He got right back to me. He says he needed a name that invoked a budget A. Homer Hilsen. He wanted it

[RBW] Ram owner in Red Stick

2009-06-06 Thread carnerda...@bellsouth.net
Riding in Baton Rouge on a beautiful, unseasonably cool morning and met up with a gentleman on a Miyata tourer with a larger Loafer on the back rack. He reported that one of his other bicycles is a Rambouillet. He is not a member of the RBW owners bunch, but I encouraged him to sign up. May be

[RBW] Re: steel vs. carbon fiber

2009-05-31 Thread carnerda...@bellsouth.net
...and only twice the cost plus change ($1800) of a new Sam. On May 30, 11:25 pm, David Estes cyclotour...@gmail.com wrote: How 'bout their Cross bikes?http://www.specialized.com/us/en/bc/SBCBkModel.jsp?sid=09Tricrosseid... No fenders, but at least some wider tires and what you would

[RBW] Re: steel vs. carbon fiber

2009-05-31 Thread carnerda...@bellsouth.net
...@bellsouth.net carnerda...@bellsouth.net wrote: ...and only twice the cost plus change ($1800) of a new Sam. On May 30, 11:25 pm, David Estes cyclotour...@gmail.com wrote: How 'bout their Cross bikes?http://www.specialized.com/us/en/bc/SBCBkModel.jsp?sid=09Tricrosseid

[RBW] Re: Riv-ish sighting in NOLA

2009-05-04 Thread carnerda...@bellsouth.net
definitely be straddling my Big Apples, Albatrosses, and sprung Brooks. If you're local, or will be there for JazzFest next year, I'd be up for a New Orleans style Riv ride. Cheers! -Jay Asheville, NC On May 3, 8:17 pm, carnerda...@bellsouth.net carnerda...@bellsouth.net wrote

[RBW] Riv-ish sighting in NOLA

2009-05-03 Thread carnerda...@bellsouth.net
Came across two bicycles locked up on Jackson square in New Orleans a little past noon today. Vintage Trek converted to SS with dirt-drop stem, moustache handlebar and speed-blend tires. Surly LHT with cloth tape wrapped drop bars. Both bikes had Grip-King pedals and wald baskets. Anyone on

[RBW] Re: Looking for Nitto Moustache bar

2009-05-02 Thread carnerda...@bellsouth.net
http://tinyurl.com/cvxduy My current M-bar setup. Far less neat looking than the traditional setup, but is much more upright and I find comfortable. David Estes wrote: FWIW, I have the clamp level with my seat, so the ends are probably 3cm below that... YMMV On Sat, May 2, 2009 at 6:56 AM,

[RBW] Re: This calls for a country bike!

2009-03-06 Thread carnerda...@bellsouth.net
Louisiana version. This Sunday. http://tinyurl.com/b2rqwx Mike wrote: or, you could just read the English version -http://www.eroica.it/index_en.php This race is different than the one I initially posted about which is a pro race with some of the big guns. The Eroica, if I

[RBW] Re: YouTube - Lance Armstrong Group at the Howell Mount

2009-02-15 Thread carnerda...@bellsouth.net
Was it an optical illusion, or were there more petroleum powered support and monitoring vehicles than racers? Eric Norris wrote: Not a fender or a 35C tire in sight. --Eric campyonly...@me.com mailto:campyonly...@me.com www.campyonly.com http://www.campyonly.com www.wheelsnorth.org

[RBW] Re: Pumps for Riv frames

2009-02-07 Thread carnerda...@bellsouth.net
Last order from RBW included the Topeak frame pump, size XL for 58 cm. Road Standard. I like it - looks and function. http://tinyurl.com/d8y4l5 colin p. cummings wrote: I hate that I'm not using the little pump peg to store a nice looking air-infiltration device. Curious what you guys/gals

[RBW] Re: cross country rider

2009-01-11 Thread carnerda...@bellsouth.net
In case there is anyone who would like to participate in the final day of his ride. www.bikingforobama.com/2009/01/11/calling-all-riders/ On Dec 24 2008, 1:40 pm, JoelMatthews joelmatth...@mac.com wrote: Thanks for the link.  Guy is truly inspired.  Even the southern tier this time of the year