Re: [RBW] Re: Calling all SoCal Rivsters S240 August 23rd anyone? See details below.

2013-08-03 Thread hsmitham
Carlsbad she may visit with. Best, ~Hugh On Saturday, August 3, 2013 9:18:57 AM UTC-7, dougP wrote: I'd start from Irvine no later than 4 PM. dougP On Friday, August 2, 2013 10:24:49 PM UTC-7, hsmitham wrote: I think we can shoot for 4 pm or so. Lets get some feedback on depart time

Re: [RBW] Re: Crazy Idea: Riv National Jamboree

2013-08-02 Thread hsmitham
Majority of the conversation seems to be coming from Bay Area and PNW in that regard. Ahhh I'd have suggested Los Angeles but I just figured Hollywood and Vine would be to gritty... then again maybe some would like a Riv urban jamboree, we could do the home of the stars tour. Did I just

Re: [RBW] Re: NITTO-esqe new King cages on Riv now for cheap!

2013-08-01 Thread hsmitham
Steve, I like being able to get the bottles out while I am riding, and I couldn't do that with the King Iris, and god knows I tried. -more beer curls will help :-) ~Hugh -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe

[RBW] Re: s240 Mt Tam (Paging Mike Allen)

2013-08-01 Thread hsmitham
Manny, Wish I could it sounds fantastic! Soon, very soon I'll make a 3 day weekend with a S240 and some fun city riding thrown in. You folks have a great time. ~Hugh On Wednesday, July 31, 2013 9:41:50 PM UTC-7, Manuel Acosta wrote: During the Rumble Mike and I talked about doing an

[RBW] Re: WTB: Pletscher Two Leg Stand

2013-07-31 Thread hsmitham
Yep I got one newesh and I'm ready to part with it. Contact me off list. ~Hugh -- 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: So.Cal vs No.Cal Rivendell Rumble Recap

2013-07-31 Thread hsmitham
Yeah always good to have one. I've been carrying a Kryptonite cable lock but just got the Abus cable one Riv recommends. +1 what Doug said always good to carry one, what's a little extra weight to help you sleep better while camping. I also never leave my Hilsen for long even when locked as

Re: [RBW] Re: Custom Paint: Army Green or Tuxedo Black?

2013-07-31 Thread hsmitham
Wow! I dig the idea of Purple; while on the SoCal VS. NorCal Rumble we talked about paint colors and Evan and I agreed purple is a great color or a deep cherry that looks almost black but when the sun hits it you see the color. Here are my black submissions: This one is the bomb!

[RBW] Re: Custom Paint: Army Green or Tuxedo Black?

2013-07-31 Thread hsmitham
That's one bitching looking Trucker. ~Hugh -- 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

[RBW] Calling all SoCal Rivsters S240 August 23rd anyone? See details below.

2013-07-31 Thread hsmitham
SoCal Rivesters, I was thinking of a S240 for Friday the 23rd at San Mateo Campground near San Onofre State Beach. For those in the North we could meet at Doug P's home and ride the 30 miles to the site. Those in the South could either meet us at the Metro link station in Irvine and ride down

[RBW] Re: Calling all SoCal Rivsters S240 August 23rd anyone? See details below.

2013-07-31 Thread hsmitham
Ok I booked it cause I was afraid it would be gone! So I'm all the way in. Mike sorry you can't but this was short notice so I sort of expected this would happen with some. Anyway we can work on another date. Also I think it would great if we could all meet @ Doug's or the Metro Link station.

[RBW] Re: Crazy Idea: Riv National Jamboree

2013-07-31 Thread hsmitham
Liesl, I think it's a brilliant idea! I for one would love to meet other Riv riders. I really, really, like the Bellingham notion as it would meet my desire to go to PDX then up to the rally! The added benifit is that my wife has family in Bellingham so I could sell her on that aspect of the

[RBW] Re: So.Cal vs No.Cal Rivendell Rumble Recap

2013-07-30 Thread hsmitham
Don’t know if this has ever been done before but there was a NorCal vs. SoCal Rumble in neutral territory San Luis Obispo County no baseball or basketball to determine superiority just some camping and bike riding loads of fun! I picked up Evan in Valencia and headed North to San Luis Obispo

[RBW] Re: So.Cal vs No.Cal Rivendell Rumble Recap

2013-07-30 Thread hsmitham
I have been remiss, Evan has a superb creamy blue AHH , albatross bars with plush padding, Platrack Slickersack mounted out front; Doug has the second generation Atlantis with beausage showing all the miles he has travelled, both Evan Doug are great riding partners.who I hope to ride with

Re: [RBW] Re: Bike Fitting - A Mine Field

2013-07-30 Thread hsmitham
David, Wow! Kudos to you. You just saved me a a lot of typing. Everything, everything you just stated I agree with. Extremely well said. Advertisers, use the notion that we make decisions based on emotion and we rectify those decisions by believing we came to those decisions by way of

[RBW] Re: On Loss and Love

2013-07-29 Thread hsmitham
Liesl, How does that happen? Just dropped back into my world after spending three days in Riv Universe. Driving home with one of my Riv Brother's we both agreed that everyone on this list are awesome human beings. Seth is one of our fallen Brother's and your Heart and feelings cloak us all

[RBW] Re: Unknown Coast Weekend Ride, September 14-15

2013-07-29 Thread hsmitham
Michael, Wish I could sounds fantastic! ~Hugh On Monday, July 29, 2013 1:13:26 PM UTC-7, allenmichael wrote: Is anyone else planning on doing this ride? Someone told me about it this weekend at the Cal Riv Rumble, and I just signed myself up. I'm hoping to get the new Rambouillet built by

[RBW] Re: FS/T Railroad Shirt

2013-07-26 Thread hsmitham
Bring em to the camp Saturday bet their snatched up quick. ~Hugh On Friday, July 26, 2013 6:48:15 AM UTC-7, Mitch Browne wrote: I bought two of the no-longer-available Railroad shirts in medium a couple of years back. Both are labeled M but one fits a little larger than the other and has

[RBW] FS Soma San Marcos by Rivendell

2013-07-24 Thread hsmitham
Hi Rivsters, My Brother is selling his Soma San Marcos, he is not a group member but an admirer of all thing Rivendell. Here is the info. http://sandiego.craigslist.org/nsd/bik/3955630929.html Please contact him directly not through the the group. ~Hugh -- You received this message because

Re: [RBW] Ride, with photos

2013-07-24 Thread hsmitham
Dude, Hurry up and join Flickr. On a positive note enjoyed your ride description. When I ride with my Brother doesn't matter what I'm riding I always see his behind :-) Then again I'm in no rush unless darkness is falling and I'm without lighting. Phillip do tell us how? ~Hugh On Tuesday,

[RBW] Re: Rumor is... Manny can break dance.

2013-07-24 Thread hsmitham
Andy, What Aaron said, great images which inspire. You're really exploring the region. Best, ~Hugh On Wednesday, July 24, 2013 6:34:49 PM UTC-7, Andy Smitty Schmidt wrote: No pics to back up that claim, and I'm not even sure if it's true, but it seemed like a good title. My kids have

[RBW] Re: Thin Gripsters are cool

2013-07-24 Thread hsmitham
Bought a pair for my wife' Betty so she'd have a solid platform. I took them out for a spin and well I'll be purchasing a pair for my Hilsen. ~Hugh On Wednesday, July 24, 2013 1:14:30 PM UTC-7, William wrote: I'm running my first pair of Thin Gripsters. I like them a lot so far. They

[RBW] Re: First s24o with Yves

2013-07-23 Thread hsmitham
Phillip, Really great paint on the Yves; love that green! On the up coming SoCal vs. NorCal rumble I plan on leaving the basket behind as I noticed that same low speed drift. Looks like a great time. One of these days I'll make it to Colorado for some bike camping as you and Deacon have me

[RBW] Re: So.Cal Vs Nor.Cal Rumble ?

2013-07-21 Thread hsmitham
when it comes to proximity to other campers. dougP On Monday, July 8, 2013 4:03:45 PM UTC-7, hsmitham wrote: Doug, I plan on coming up on Friday, riding on the Sunday ride and returning to Los Angeles that evening. Evan will be joining me on the drive up. I guess I need to figure out

[RBW] Re: First ride with the Noodles

2013-07-16 Thread hsmitham
Well done on the wrap. Great pictures and I'm curious were you riding out in La Mesa? Have a great time in NorCal. A visit to RivHq is always a treat good, good, people. ~Hugh On Thursday, July 11, 2013 5:19:53 PM UTC-7, Curtis wrote: Pictures to prove it. About 10 miles with a little bit

[RBW] Re: My wife's new Betty Foy

2013-07-16 Thread hsmitham
Great photographs and your wife does look like Christmas came early :-) Just spoke with Riv and ours is on the way :-) ~Hugh On Friday, July 12, 2013 8:00:17 AM UTC-7, Addison wrote: Thought I'd pass along a few pics. Today was her first commute on the bike. Still dialing a few things in

[RBW] Re: Haines to Skagway on the Yves Gomez

2013-07-16 Thread hsmitham
Keely, Most excellent tour. Now I have another on my tour wish list. Back in 1990 I voyaged up the inside passage on the Columbia sleeping on the solarium deck. I stopped off in Ketchican, Petersberg, Sitka, Juneau and finally Skagway. I then journeyed over White Pass up to Whitehorse then

[RBW] Re: scouting East Canyon

2013-07-14 Thread hsmitham
Evan, Great pictures! I'm always up for a planned Riv ride where ever. Perhaps Mike has a point about other rides just North of Newhall. ~Hugh On Saturday, July 13, 2013 11:55:38 AM UTC-7, Evan Spacht wrote: Hi folks, While it was Flickr friends that introduced me to the RivOwnerBunch,

[RBW] Family Bike Tour

2013-07-13 Thread hsmitham
Andy, Fantastic photos. A grand adventure for the entire family. When I heard of Seth's tragic passing it effected me deeply as I am aware how inherently dangerous it is sharing the road with automobiles and folks who are as Michael said are anxious. Everytime I ride these days I know how

[RBW] Re: Terrible News

2013-07-09 Thread hsmitham
I am speechless, though I only knew him within this group I always enjoyed his contributions. What a tragedy. He left this world doing something he loved. RIP Seth you will be remembered. ~Hugh On Tuesday, July 9, 2013 12:03:07 PM UTC-7, Peter Pesce wrote: via Twitter: *ThePathLessPedaled*

[RBW] Re: Regarding Seth Vidal

2013-07-09 Thread hsmitham
Jack, So glad he turned himself in, I can't help think that had (the suspect) called it in immediately Seth may have had a chance to survive. My heart goes out to his family friends, he will be in my prayers. ~Hugh On Tuesday, July 9, 2013 10:24:45 AM UTC-7, Jack wrote: Friends, I am

[RBW] Re: First Riv in the wild

2013-07-08 Thread hsmitham
I was preparing to make a crossing onto the North bound PCH when I saw another bearded gentleman on a AHH. Curtis was on his new magnificent dbl top tubed Hilsen we chatted for 45 minutes about his Hilsen, light weight camping and future Riv rides, it was great as Curtis said to meet another

[RBW] Re: So.Cal Vs Nor.Cal Rumble ?

2013-07-08 Thread hsmitham
Doug, I plan on coming up on Friday, riding on the Sunday ride and returning to Los Angeles that evening. Evan will be joining me on the drive up. I guess I need to figure out accommodations for that Friday night. Best, ~Hugh On Monday, July 8, 2013 1:26:59 PM UTC-7, dougP wrote: I just

[RBW] Re: Morning coffee ride on the freshly painted All Rounder!

2013-07-08 Thread hsmitham
If it's a fringe thing then it's okay as I like the fringe :-) http://www.flickr.com/photos/pedalpusher61/9112907155/ ~Hugh On Monday, July 8, 2013 2:48:18 PM UTC-7, shawn m. wrote: Love it. I'm doing this tomorrow! Also: love the mojo in the last shot. Did I just date myself by calling it

[RBW] Re: Introduction: My name is Evan and I ride a Hillborne

2013-07-08 Thread hsmitham
Well done Evan, beautiful bike and set up. May the two of you have many great miles together. And welcome officially to the Bunch Best, ~Hugh On Monday, July 8, 2013 8:12:53 PM UTC-7, Evan wrote: Hi Everybody, I've been lurking here for years, but now that I've bought a new Sam from

[RBW] Rivendell sighting what are the odds?

2013-07-07 Thread hsmitham
Went out for a short ramble South of Del Mar through Torrey Pines reserve and just happened to run into another Hilsen on my way back, Curtis and his 67cm Homer. I recall Curtis joining the bunch inquiring about San Diego mixed terrain rides as he had just acquired his Rivendell. What are the

[RBW] Re: 1 bike? Could you do it?

2013-07-07 Thread hsmitham
Doing it with my 58cm 650b Hilsen, tour bike, daily ride et al. Though I have plans... ~Hugh On Friday, July 5, 2013 1:40:54 PM UTC-7, Garth wrote: Truth be told you only have One bike ... ever. It resides within you, not outside of you ;) -- You received this message because

[RBW] Re: Running Amok in Portland

2013-07-03 Thread hsmitham
David, Enjoyed the pictures and look forward to more to come. Glad you and the wife have this opportunity to have a great time. Say hi to puddle town for me. ~Hugh On Wednesday, July 3, 2013 3:50:23 PM UTC-7, cyclot...@gmail.com wrote: The wife and I are taking a rare child-free road trip

[RBW] Re: Bike Tour on my Riv AR with pics

2013-06-27 Thread hsmitham
Enjoyed the tour report. Thanks, ~Hugh On Thursday, June 27, 2013 9:14:06 AM UTC-7, Addison wrote: Just posted this and thought some would be interested. http://reno-rambler.blogspot.com/2013/06/12-things-i-learned-on-bike-tour-of.html Cheers, -- Addison

[RBW] Re: Who's Got a Betty on Order?

2013-06-26 Thread hsmitham
Johnny, Yeah, the wife has been waiting a long time to get her pretty hands on her new Betty! Just finished the final build specs today so not much longer. I know the feeling of anticipation surrounding a new bike especially a Rivendell. Look forward to pics when you get your Sam. Sorry bout

Re: [RBW] June CicLavia Historic Wilshire Blvd.

2013-06-25 Thread hsmitham
wrote: I really wanted to go to this, as I love the CicLAvia events. But it just wasn't in the cards for this one. Next time! Cheers, David On Mon, Jun 24, 2013 at 8:23 PM, hsmitham hughs...@gmail.comjavascript: wrote: Another great day in Los Angeles. http://www.flickr.com/photos

Re: [RBW] June CicLavia Historic Wilshire Blvd.

2013-06-25 Thread hsmitham
:27 PM, hsmitham hughs...@gmail.comjavascript: wrote: I actually liked this one a bit more not quite so frenetic less stops and the Architecture was great. We had Indian food from a food truck which was delicious. Your ride looked pretty nice though not a bad trade off :-) ~Hugh

[RBW] Re: 50K on a Sunday morning

2013-06-24 Thread hsmitham
David, good looking ride. Nice country roads. Thanks for sharing. ~Hugh On Sunday, June 23, 2013 1:50:48 PM UTC-7, cyclot...@gmail.com wrote: Absolutely perfect weather today, so I had to jump on the opportunity to get out and about. I rode the skinny-tired bike and went over hill and

[RBW] June CicLavia Historic Wilshire Blvd.

2013-06-24 Thread hsmitham
Another great day in Los Angeles. http://www.flickr.com/photos/pedalpusher61/sets/72157634297771696/show/ ~Hugh -- 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

[RBW] Re: Get on your bike or the rise of the unracer

2013-06-24 Thread hsmitham
Never I mean never get in the way of a child riding for Ice Cream! ~Hugh On Friday, June 21, 2013 12:54:45 PM UTC-7, bwphoto wrote: I ran across this from the London Cyclist a great example of promoting the unracer or just riding. Admittedly it does take place during a race but the end

[RBW] Big Sur Tour

2013-06-23 Thread hsmitham
My Brother Bruce and I have been planning a cyclotour from San Francisco to Paso Robles for months and all the planning paid off. On June 14th Bruce picked me up in LA loaded up the bikes and headed for Paso Robles where we were planning to catch the Amtrak coast starlight to Oakland. The

[RBW] Re: So.Cal Vs Nor.Cal Rumble ?

2013-06-20 Thread hsmitham
Hi Rivsters, Well just rolled into Paso Robles after seeing some of California's finest. Been outta the loop for a bit so lets see if I've got the plans down. Meeting up @ El Chorro on Saturday camping that night and riding on Sunday. Mike are you still camping at Morro Strand? Hugh -- You

[RBW] Re: Artisinal Axes

2013-06-13 Thread hsmitham
Hey William, I too saw (Ha!) them. They look great and I'm trying to figure a reason to have one. Like you just not in the market yet. ~Hugh On Thursday, June 13, 2013 3:08:49 PM UTC-7, William wrote: I hope Riv sells a lot of Swedish axes. I'm not currently in the market, but you never

[RBW] CicLAvia June 23rd Wilshire corridor.

2013-06-13 Thread hsmitham
Hey SoCal Rivsters, Well it's time again to lube those chains, don your appropriate head gear and lather on the sunscreen CicLAvia is here again riding the iconic Wilshire Boulevard. http://www.ciclavia.org/ I wanted to post this so we can arrange a meet up for the day. We could meet up in

[RBW] Riv'ed LHT

2013-06-12 Thread hsmitham
My Brothers new LHT with Surly racks 26 wheels. I talked him into this one as he didn't want to spend $4K+ on an Atlantis. I think it's a great looking bike and came with a great group.Our up coming tour will flesh out how he likes it. He'll be running Ortlieb Back rollers and Arkel T-28's in

[RBW] Re: HELP...last minute Rivendell paint decision!

2013-06-11 Thread hsmitham
Brad, Ah that's not fair! Actually, I do like the suspense. Looking forward to the forthcoming pictures. I'm sure you chose the right one. ~Hugh On Tuesday, June 11, 2013 7:50:23 AM UTC-7, jinxed wrote: TRIGGER HAS BEEN PULLED!!! Now you all get to wait till the frame comes in to see

[RBW] Bristle to remove the bristle.

2013-06-11 Thread hsmitham
Makes me almost want to shave. http://www.rivbike.com/proraso-shave-brush-p/goo21.htm ~Hugh -- 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: Cowboy Trail Update

2013-06-10 Thread hsmitham
Kelly looks like you all have had a great time. Except the poor soul with all the flats and I'm sure they still enjoyed the time not repairing flats. Look forward to your thoughts from the ride. I especially liked the hats too. Great images you've captured. I usually like close ups and middle

[RBW] Re: Association of Caffeinated Wheelmen store NOW OPEN.

2013-06-06 Thread hsmitham
Hi Brad, Went to the store and well I'm glad the patches are selling . Wondering when you'll have the next batch up? You can put me down for 2 patches, 2 pins, and 2 buttons. Best, Hugh Sunland, CA On Thursday, May 30, 2013 9:30:30 AM UTC-7, jinxed wrote: OK...it took me a bit to learn

[RBW] Re: Large Sackville SaddleSack

2013-06-06 Thread hsmitham
Mike, They do look great and I wish I could pick one of them up for the Homer but already spent loads on racks and panniers. I have yet to see one in person. ~Hugh On Wednesday, June 5, 2013 3:48:21 PM UTC-7, Mike wrote: Saw that these are back in stock in green and in the new tan color

[RBW] Re: So.Cal Vs Nor.Cal Rumble ?

2013-06-06 Thread hsmitham
Mike that's an interesting idea, I was recently thinking about a short tour/camping in the Southern Sierra. I'd be game if it was scheduled on a weekend I'll take a day or more off if necessary. I too like where this is going. Doug don't we have a S240 tentatively planned in July? El Morro

[RBW] Re: Guys and Their Carbon Toys

2013-06-06 Thread hsmitham
Liesl, Well said. And Steve P. I do think and I am :-) Thank goodness for Google. ~Hugh On Thursday, June 6, 2013 2:42:20 PM UTC-7, Liesl wrote: On Thursday, June 6, 2013 8:17:24 AM UTC-7, Christopher Murray wrote: please oh please oh please let's not let this develop into an anti- carbon

[RBW] Re: SEA v PDX... and the winner is...

2013-06-03 Thread hsmitham
Andy the wife and I loved the ride notes and especially the pics which were totally awesome! I sort of hate you in a good way cause I'm so jealous. I so want in on that kinda ride. Best, ~Hugh' On Sunday, June 2, 2013 11:27:23 PM UTC-7, Andy Smitty Schmidt wrote: Five of us met at a

[RBW] Re: Sunday Morning Ramble.

2013-06-03 Thread hsmitham
Great ride Mike, but when you see Andy's well you'll see. Best, ~Hugh On Sunday, June 2, 2013 5:09:50 PM UTC-7, Mike wrote: Got out for a nice morning ramble on the Hilsen today with my friend John. Mileage was just short of a 100k. Although there were a few miles on Hwy 30, the majority

[RBW] Re: Ride Report - The Cicada Ride (Brood 2)...or the Hatton Ferry, Yogaville, and James River Brewery Spin...

2013-06-03 Thread hsmitham
Meade, Was that 98F on the cyclo-computer? If so I know that feeling, Saturday rode 40 miles in near 100F weather drank lots of water. Great ride description and all the pics were fantastic. Best, Hugh Sunland, CA On Sunday, June 2, 2013 8:34:04 PM UTC-7, Meade Anderson wrote: Saturday,

Re: [RBW] Re: Bug protection face mask?

2013-06-03 Thread hsmitham
Hi Tim this is what I used and it worked great: http://www.rei.com/product/799982/sea-to-summit-head-net-with-insect-shield You can sort of see it draped over my hat in this pic: http://www.flickr.com/photos/cyclotourist/8836388676/ I was able to breathe really well and I was able to removed

[RBW] Re: Rivendell SF Pop-Up Store

2013-06-03 Thread hsmitham
Manny, Thanks for the pics since I can't be there it's nice to get the flavor. Best, ~Hugh On Friday, May 31, 2013 2:54:55 PM UTC-7, Manuel Acosta wrote: In case you were wondering... Here's some sneak peak pictures. http://flic.kr/s/aHsjFB3KS3 Anyone else checking it out on Saturday?

[RBW] Re: Actual Tire Sizes

2013-06-02 Thread hsmitham
Thanks David. ~Hugh On Sunday, June 2, 2013 8:36:27 AM UTC-7, cyclot...@gmail.com wrote: Came across this crowd-sourced list of sizes, and thought it might be appreciated by some off the good people here:

[RBW] Re: Actual Tire Sizes

2013-06-02 Thread hsmitham
One big thing not well represented on the list are 650B tires... we need more variety! Could not agree more. Just to add to the wish list 650b knobbies. Emailed Grant and asked him to lean on the tire manufactures :-) His replythey swat me away like a fly. ~Hugh On Sunday, June 2, 2013

[RBW] Re: UnRacer Paraphernalia description.

2013-05-29 Thread hsmitham
Mike, Just had this sewn on my front handle bar bag. http://www.flickr.com/photos/pedalpusher61/8800163241/in/set-72157633651797978 Me likey. ~Hugh On Wednesday, May 29, 2013 7:31:07 AM UTC-7, Mike wrote: I was poking around the RBW site last night and noticed there are some new small

[RBW] FS 3 King Cages.

2013-05-28 Thread hsmitham
Hi Rivsters, Purchased these 3 cages last week used them once and realized their the wrong ones. My idiocy is your opportunity to acquire these fine cages for less than Riv sells them! Not trying to put Riv out of business just don't want to try and return them as well it's just not the Riv

[RBW] Re: FS 3 King Cages.

2013-05-28 Thread hsmitham
Cages sold pending payment. ~Hugh On Tuesday, May 28, 2013 11:44:39 AM UTC-7, hsmitham wrote: Hi Rivsters, Purchased these 3 cages last week used them once and realized their the wrong ones. My idiocy is your opportunity to acquire these fine cages for less than Riv sells them

[RBW] Re: Tires for AHH?

2013-05-28 Thread hsmitham
Welcome Curtis, I've got a Homer http://www.flickr.com/photos/pedalpusher61/8419648542/in/set-72157632622749622 and didn't get a bunch of sleep prior to it's arrival nor much afterwards. Your reaction is normal. You're in luck SoCal has many great places to ride and IMHO East county S.D. has

[RBW] Re: Grant on Outspoken Cyclist (again)

2013-05-28 Thread hsmitham
Robert, +1 what Mike said. ~Hugh On Tuesday, May 28, 2013 2:23:23 PM UTC-7, Statrixbob wrote: I'm not sure if this was posted recently (tried a search). I just found a new Outspoken Cyclist interview with Grant on 5/18. http://www.wjcu.org/2013/05/18/the-outspoken-cyclist-05182013

[RBW] Re: Memorial Day Hunqapillar Ride

2013-05-28 Thread hsmitham
Thanks! Now I need to visit a therapist to get over my island/Hunq envy. Way to go Bob :-) Hugh Sunland (This isn't Hawaii?) 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

[RBW] Re: Rocky Point Rd ramble.

2013-05-27 Thread hsmitham
+1 Dig it. Doug's correct plenty of climbing down here. Thanks Mike for the inspiration. Jealous that looks like the perfect ride. Best, Hugh On Monday, May 27, 2013 9:53:58 AM UTC-7, Andy Smitty Schmidt wrote: Dig it. On Sunday, May 26, 2013 1:58:32 PM UTC-7, Mike wrote: Woke up early

[RBW] Re: A fun first tour

2013-05-27 Thread hsmitham
Franklyn , I agree with you that the Hwy 253 is a good route to the coast via Bonneville/ Anderson Valley, Philo and along the Navarro river . It's an excellent route with low car traffic. Mendocino County has some great back roads with great scenery.. Andrew, thanks for the ride report. I'm

Re: [RBW] Riv Bikes Tackle The Mountains

2013-05-26 Thread hsmitham
Mike, I like the Buddhist's notion of the middle path which Plato understood even earlier. I appreciate being on my bicycle out in nature alone in a meditative state of mind but can appreciate sharing it with nice humans. Like my Riv Brothers and Sisters. Perhaps I'm taking you're comment to

[RBW] Re: Riv Bikes Tackle The Mountains

2013-05-26 Thread hsmitham
David, Thanks for organizing what I consider an epic ride! I'll be at your door again ready to ride...Jim, Doug, Johnathan and David are great riding partners couldn't ask for better people. Yes the gorge of consequence was sobering and made me wish I had Billy goat hoofs but made the ride

[RBW] Re: We're all in trouble

2013-05-24 Thread hsmitham
James, I was stopped about a month ago wearing what looked like street clothes. They checked me out and asked if I had a felony record or was on probation. I have long hair and a beard so perhaps I too looked dodgy. http://www.flickr.com/photos/pedalpusher61/8752730708/ They eventually let me

[RBW] Re: Arguably on/off topic: interesting video

2013-05-24 Thread hsmitham
Thanks Norman really enjoyed the show. Love BBC too. I concur that he built a different bicycle then I would have, however it was an aspiring film I especially liked the Portland Ore part. Best, Hugh Sunland, CA On Thursday, May 16, 2013 7:31:35 AM UTC-7, Norman R wrote: This BBC video

Re: [RBW] Re: Betty Foy and Red Brooks

2013-05-23 Thread hsmitham
Sounds like the beginning to a rap song...come on MC tinker break it down for us. On Tuesday, May 21, 2013 7:09:00 PM UTC-7, Philip Williamson wrote: My green one is 9 and fine. Philip www.biketinker.com -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW

Re: [RBW] Re: Betty Foy and Red Brooks

2013-05-23 Thread hsmitham
Rene, Well stated. The minor adjustments are the secret. I think the Red saddle looked good too also thought red grips would have helped. I for one thought the B-68 saddle was the ticket in the upright position plus women tend to be anatomically different which that saddle addresses. Too bad

[RBW] Re: Norfolk NE. Cowboy trail

2013-05-23 Thread hsmitham
If I lived out there I would or was so wealthy I could just train out :-) Alas neither are in my realm. Best, ~Hugh On Wednesday, May 22, 2013 2:05:23 PM UTC-7, Kelly wrote: 8 or nine of us are doing an out and back on the Cowboy Trail June 1st. If you live in the area we would love to

[RBW] How do you deal with scratches on your frame?

2013-05-22 Thread hsmitham
Curious what you Rivsters think? Below video is curious. It'll be interesting to see how many of us fall into the two distinct groups associated with our perception of our bikes. I'm sure there will be those within the group who will fall somewhere in between.

[RBW] Re: Portland Country Ride

2013-05-22 Thread hsmitham
I think that's a ride I'd like to do when I visit in 2014. Thanks for a good ride report and the pic's are great! ~Hugh On Monday, May 20, 2013 4:32:53 PM UTC-7, Allan in Portland wrote: Hey all, A buddy is getting married this summer so for a bachelor's party we did a S36O to Vernonia

[RBW] Re: Freedom of the Bicycle

2013-05-21 Thread hsmitham
Deacon, Thanks for a most memorable thread. The bicycle is magical and for me close to flying It rejuvenates both mind, body spirit. ~Hugh On Sunday, May 19, 2013 4:22:01 PM UTC-7, Deacon Patrick wrote: Today is a hard brain day. Yet I was able to hop on the bike and slowly peddle my way

Re: [RBW] Re: Freedom of the Bicycle

2013-05-21 Thread hsmitham
Patrick, Great poem! Interestingly I was reminiscing about my life with and on a bicycle. I was taught by a neighbor a small Japanese girl named Janine it was this huge black bike and I would ride it and crash into a neighbors garage door, later I recall becoming accomplished and loving the

[RBW] Re: Strange happenings out there

2013-05-19 Thread hsmitham
Brad, Just curious what part of the country are you located? And as the Black Sheep of your company what if any feedback do you receive from your colleagues egarding your steel-centric viewpoint? ~Hugh On Saturday, May 18, 2013 5:22:16 PM UTC-7, jinxed wrote: This is an exercise in

[RBW] Re: Strange happenings out there

2013-05-19 Thread hsmitham
Don, For you the Mini cooper is the most fun to drive! Is it the original or the BMW reinvention? Not trying to devolve this thread to cars but here is my submission for a seemingly impractical automobile that's fun to drive

[RBW] Re: Strange happenings out there

2013-05-19 Thread hsmitham
Hey Mike, My Brother visits that shop too. ~Hugh On Saturday, May 18, 2013 8:13:33 PM UTC-7, Mike Schiller wrote: actually there is a good shop in So Cal. Pacific Coast Cycles in Oceanside sells steel bikes, has panniers in the window and the owner know is stuff. He sells Surly and Salsa

[RBW] Re: Are Rivendells too versatile?

2013-05-16 Thread hsmitham
Jim I figure your comment is aimed at the perception a potential buyer would conger in their mind when a sales person states this bike is so versatile they reckon your asking them to make a compromise in value and function which is the furthest from reality when designing a Rivish bicycle. We

[RBW] Re: Bike Lanes vs. Bike Paths vs. On-Road Cycling

2013-05-15 Thread hsmitham
Jan, Very well thought out points in regards to safety and bike paths, yes turns at intersections are the greatest hazard for cyclists due to restricted visibility which paths do not protect the cyclist from . I for one like bike trails where ever possible. Here in LA we have a great many

[RBW] Re: SoCal Summer Rides

2013-05-15 Thread hsmitham
I second Mike's preferences save the San Clemente for July and beyond. The L.L. ride does sound intriguing but the Gnats! Both of my last two dirt rides at elevation were Gnats and then some! But I'm game. Let's plan it. I'll post my blocked out times at the Riv SoCAl discussion. ~Hugh On

[RBW] Re: Seattle vs Portland Country Bike Rumble - June 1st

2013-05-14 Thread hsmitham
Manny, Funny! I liked Jackies knickers. Too bad he didn't have a Nitto S83 post :-) ~Hugh On Monday, May 13, 2013 5:36:10 PM UTC-7, Manuel Acosta wrote: Or like this.. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ecsGvqvskXw On Monday, May 13, 2013 5:35:13 PM UTC-7, Manuel Acosta wrote: I imagine

[RBW] Re: Betty Foy and Red Brooks

2013-05-13 Thread hsmitham
Leah, Opting for shallow good looks over function definitely not restricted to the female gender :-) ~Hugh On Sunday, May 12, 2013 10:03:32 PM UTC-7, LeahFoy wrote: Thanks, Michael! I'd sure have taken you up on that if I lived close, but I'm not even in the same time zone! I'll be in

[RBW] Re: Another casual Saturday ride in So Cal

2013-05-12 Thread hsmitham
Yeah Mike I was comparing the contrast between our two different worlds our's arid your's temperate both interesting to ride. The ride was exhilarating and great to be on the saddle for a whole day and Doug's a good ride partner. I was mentioning to Doug that I'm going to make a road trip up

[RBW] Re: Another casual Saturday ride in So Cal

2013-05-12 Thread hsmitham
And the Hilsen and Atlantis performed magnificently ~Hugh. On Sunday, May 12, 2013 2:44:03 PM UTC-7, hsmitham wrote: Yeah Mike I was comparing the contrast between our two different worlds our's arid your's temperate both interesting to ride. The ride was exhilarating and great

[RBW] Re: Ride Report: Pikes Peak Continued...

2013-05-12 Thread hsmitham
Mr. Patrick, Awesome photo's really enjoyed them. Looks to be a wonderful ride and one I could see my self doing. Keep em coming. ~Hugh On Sunday, May 12, 2013 1:21:07 PM UTC-7, Deacon Patrick wrote: Today I got to go out and complete the ride that snow stopped me from completing last

[RBW] Re: Another casual Saturday ride in So Cal

2013-05-12 Thread hsmitham
Mike, It's in the works, enough time to plan logistics, time, lodging and different rides especially those in moist forested places. And yes you two will be in the loop. ~Hugh On Sunday, May 12, 2013 3:04:30 PM UTC-7, Mike wrote: Hugh, if you're in Portland next year definitely get in touch

[RBW] Re: Any advice for a Riv-friendly (roof) bicycle rack?

2013-05-12 Thread hsmitham
Pierre, What Michael and Aaron said. Are you just determined to have a roof rack system? I have a friend who is in no way stupid but he has decimated two bicycles running the whole system loaded into parking garages. Of course both were covered by insurance but do you really want to go

[RBW] Re: Betty Foy and Red Brooks

2013-05-12 Thread hsmitham
+1 on what Deacon stated, as good as the Red saddle would look you might rue the experience in the up right position and end up posting a transaction selling a red B-17 on this list.Then again you may just want to go for it and perhaps it'll work for you especially if they make the red B-17

Re: [RBW] Re: Another casual Saturday ride in So Cal

2013-05-12 Thread hsmitham
! Cheers, David On Sun, May 12, 2013 at 3:13 PM, hsmitham hughs...@gmail.comjavascript: wrote: Mike, It's in the works, enough time to plan logistics, time, lodging and different rides especially those in moist forested places. And yes you two will be in the loop. ~Hugh On Sunday, May 12

[RBW] Re: Another casual Saturday ride in So Cal

2013-05-12 Thread hsmitham
Ha Jeremy, I noticed the rack too as I thought he had a Nitto big back rack on our last ride. The rack looked great and was finished off with usual Nitto fashion, great welds beautiful shiny finish. I'll let Doug fill in the other metrics. `Hugh On Sunday, May 12, 2013 6:16:02 PM UTC-7,

[RBW] Re: Riv Suggestion Box: San Marcos

2013-05-09 Thread hsmitham
Doug, My Brother purchased a SOMA San Marcos off the web for $775.00 and built it up with 11 speed Campy Athena, and Velo-Orange wheels. He did have to purchase the the Tektro 559's for increased reach. He has mounted racks, and trunk bags and has since mounted Longboard fenders. He loves the

[RBW] Re: BQ and RIV bike diffs

2013-05-09 Thread hsmitham
Classy Hobo that's me in a nutshell, oh does that mean I need to get a Nutcase now :-) I think Jan Grant are classy guy's and what they have created in a largely race centric universe is a blessing. Thank you both. And in the end this topic which is sure to be repeated is great and leads us

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