[RBW] Anyone missing a Waterford in Dallas TX?

2015-11-16 Thread john muhl
I happened upon a seemingly too good to be true deal on a Waterford and would like to make sure I don't have a stolen bike before getting too excited about it. So if anyone is has had one stolen recently in the area please email me offlist johnm...@gmail.com -- You received this message

Re: [RBW] Re: '03, Chauncey-modified, Honjo-fendered

2015-09-18 Thread john muhl
ough it took more work than I anticipated, I hope that mine last > at least a couple of years. If and when they break, I'll hold out for > Berthoud 650B X 40 stainless steel. > > On Fri, Sep 18, 2015 at 5:05 PM, john muhl <john...@gmail.com > > wrote: > >> I receive

[RBW] Re: FS: 700C hammered Honjo fenders

2015-09-18 Thread john muhl
an you be certain they are 700C & why don't you return them if they > are not as advertised? > > Michael > > On Friday, September 18, 2015 at 7:23:22 PM UTC-4, john muhl wrote: >> >> I picked these up from the Clymb where they advertised them as 26/650B >> but ar

[RBW] FS: 700C hammered Honjo fenders

2015-09-18 Thread john muhl
I picked these up from the Clymb where they advertised them as 26/650B but are in reality 700C. Brand new, never mounted, hardware included. Not sure the Honjo part number since they were mislabeled. Outside edge to edge is 47-48mm; inner is 38-40mm. $60 shipped within the lower 48. -- You

Re: [RBW] Re: '03, Chauncey-modified, Honjo-fendered

2015-09-18 Thread john muhl
I received mine today. The front is for 650B the rear 700C. You know what they say about "sounds too good to be true". The people at Clymb were easy to deal with and are paying for the return shipping. On Saturday, September 12, 2015 at 4:40:38 PM UTC-5, Patrick Moore wrote: > > They came with

[RBW] Re: non-destructive complete removal of tag in MUSA moleskin shirt - anyone know how?

2015-09-16 Thread john muhl
hat > holds the shirt together after tag removal? > > Yours, > Thomas Lynn Skean > > On Wednesday, September 16, 2015 at 1:12:08 PM UTC-5, john muhl wrote: > >> Seam ripper >> http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_noss_2?url=search-alias%3Daps=seam+ripper >>

[RBW] Re: non-destructive complete removal of tag in MUSA moleskin shirt - anyone know how?

2015-09-16 Thread john muhl
Seam ripper http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_noss_2?url=search-alias%3Daps=seam+ripper I removed the label from mine and you can't tell it was ever there to begin with. On Wednesday, September 16, 2015 at 12:50:26 PM UTC-5, Thomas Lynn Skean wrote: > > The tag in my MUSA moleskin shirt is

[RBW] Re: non-destructive complete removal of tag in MUSA moleskin shirt - anyone know how?

2015-09-16 Thread john muhl
e > to remove. > > It may be (and I would hope that it is) that the stitching holding the > content tag onto the shirt is separate from shirt's structural stitching. > But it sure doesn't look that way to me. > > Yours, > Thomas Lynn Skean > > On Wednesday, Sep

[RBW] Re: non-destructive complete removal of tag in MUSA moleskin shirt - anyone know how?

2015-09-16 Thread john muhl
tural stitching. > But it sure doesn't look that way to me. > > Yours, > Thomas Lynn Skean > > On Wednesday, September 16, 2015 at 1:30:39 PM UTC-5, john muhl wrote: > >> Yeah the stitching for the shirt itself separate from the tag. Only rip >> out the red thread and you s

[RBW] Re: Waterford Paint

2015-09-16 Thread john muhl
The paint on my Waterford Atlantis is noticeably tougher than the paint on my Taiwanese Betty Foy or Toyo Saluki. So if you are choosing amongst Rivs based on paint toughness the Waterfords seem the clear winner to me. On Wednesday, September 16, 2015 at 6:38:34 PM UTC-5, Richard L wrote: > >

[RBW] Re: Double leg Kickstands... lets talk

2015-08-16 Thread john muhl
On Sunday, August 16, 2015 at 11:02:01 AM UTC-5, Lungimsam wrote: 2. Freddie Hoffman rides Waterfords with a 100lb load on his bike, if I remember right. I wonder what he does for kickstands. I've been using a click stand http://www.click-stand.com/ since removing the Pletscher and like it.

[RBW] Re: Double leg Kickstands... lets talk

2015-08-15 Thread john muhl
My often loaded Atlantis has a deformed kickstand plate due to the double-legger but the never loaded with more than a few pounds Betty Foy plate is still like new after a couple of years of DL kickstand usage. Seems like sound advice they've added to the site; had I been advised likewise my

Re: [RBW] Re: Quickbeam or Simpleone alternative

2015-08-14 Thread john muhl
I was trying to substitute for my Zeus track bike and after waiting around on a right sized QB/SO I did what others have done and use the White Industries ENO hub to convert a geared bike into a single speed. If you want a SS and want a Rivendell any of the current models paired with an ENO

[RBW] Re: DFW shops

2015-08-07 Thread john muhl
Depending on where you are in town Oak Cliff Bicycle Company http://ocbicycleco.com/ or Transit Bicycle Company http://www.transitbikes.com/. Both have competitive prices and stock good stuff and happily do special orders for anything else you need. On Friday, August 7, 2015 at 12:26:26 AM

[RBW] Re: FS: HAR Bags, Rock n Road tires, Brooks grips, Noodle bar, Tiagra levers, Terry Butterfly, Spin Doctor truing stand

2015-06-26 Thread john muhl
Prices reduced. $90 HAR bags (tan) $15 Shimano Tiagra brake levers https://drive.google.com/folderview?id=0B3Vmm_jgi9LKUngxdmNYR19MTEUusp=sharing Price includes shipping Contact off-list at johnm...@gmail.com -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW

[RBW] FS: HAR Bags, Rock n Road tires, Brooks grips, Noodle bar, Tiagra levers, Terry Butterfly, Spin Doctor truing stand

2015-06-24 Thread john muhl
$100 HAR bags (tan) $80 Rock n Road tires 650B (pair), used for less than 20 miles $40 Brooks Plump leather grips (brown) $30 Nitto Noodle 48cm $30 Terry Butterfly $30 Spin Doctor truing stand $25 Shimano Tiagra brake levers

[RBW] Re: FS: HAR Bags, Rock n Road tires, Brooks grips, Noodle bar, Tiagra levers, Terry Butterfly, Spin Doctor truing stand

2015-06-24 Thread john muhl
Levers and HAR bags still available everything else has been spoken for. On Wednesday, June 24, 2015 at 12:14:28 PM UTC-5, john muhl wrote: $100 HAR bags (tan) $80 Rock n Road tires 650B (pair), used for less than 20 miles $40 Brooks Plump leather grips (brown) $30 Nitto Noodle 48cm $30

[RBW] Re: Rock N Roads w/ Fenders on 51cm Sam Hillborne?

2015-06-23 Thread john muhl
My 650B Saluki has similar clearances to a Sam and RnRs were too close for comfort (at the chainstays) even without fenders. On Tuesday, June 23, 2015 at 11:49:23 AM UTC-5, Philip Kim wrote: Getting the fit dialed in for my new Hillborne. It's a 51cm and has the 650b wheels. I have SKS P50

Re: [RBW] Re: Stolen Rambouillet UPDATE!

2015-06-23 Thread john muhl
, including date purchased, dealer name, model, etc., AND serial number. I'm not sure what ever happened to all that info, but if we filled it out, and our bike was stolen, couldn't we call or e-mail them to get the serial number? On Tuesday, June 23, 2015 at 3:31:34 PM UTC-5, john muhl wrote

[RBW] Re: The 5 minute bike...the worst of marketing

2015-06-23 Thread john muhl
On Tuesday, June 23, 2015 at 12:45:52 PM UTC-5, Jim Bronson wrote: http://www.businessinsider.com/new-specialized-s-works-venge-vias-for-tour-de-france-revealed-2015-6 All together, the project is dubbed 5 Minutes, which is how much time you'll save over 40 kilometers, or about 25 miles,

Re: [RBW] Re: Stolen Rambouillet UPDATE!

2015-06-23 Thread john muhl
Waterford has bike registry as well: http://waterfordbikes.com/w/support/register-your-bike/ On Tuesday, June 23, 2015 at 1:17:56 PM UTC-5, cyclot...@gmail.com wrote: And don't forget to record those serial #'s on Bike Index: https://bikeindex.org/ !1 On Tue, Jun 23, 2015 at

Re: [RBW] Stolen Rambouillet UPDATE!

2015-06-22 Thread john muhl
Have here bring the bolt cutters or angle grinder also. On Monday, June 22, 2015 at 5:05:52 PM UTC-5, Mark Wilkins wrote: Waiting for my wife to bring one. Nervous to leave the scene. Several people hanging around. Sent from my iPhone On Jun 22, 2015, at 18:04, James Warren

[RBW] Re: Hub Area Rack with Swift MIni Short Stack Panniers (or other bags)?

2015-06-12 Thread john muhl
They work fine with Ortlieb front roller bags. I was considering a pair of Swift mini rollers so that's kind of a bummer…wonder if the optional Arkel attachment would make it more workable. On Friday, June 12, 2015 at 1:25:24 PM UTC-5, DS wrote: Alright, for anyone else who is interested, I

[RBW] Re: FS: Nitto Campee Rear Rack 26

2015-06-09 Thread john muhl
Rack is sold. On Tuesday, June 9, 2015 at 8:31:02 AM UTC-5, john muhl wrote: $175 shipped; not sure of the exact model number but it is the same rack as pictured here: https://www.benscycle.com/p-2137-nitto-campee-rear-rack-26.aspx https://drive.google.com/folderview?id

[RBW] FS: Nitto Campee Rear Rack 26

2015-06-09 Thread john muhl
$175 shipped; not sure of the exact model number but it is the same rack as pictured here: https://www.benscycle.com/p-2137-nitto-campee-rear-rack-26.aspx https://drive.google.com/folderview?id=0B3Vmm_jgi9LKNXdhU05hRFJLTWcusp=sharing -- You received this message because you are subscribed to

[RBW] Re: replacement for an Irish strap?

2015-06-01 Thread john muhl
I think Arno straps are what you're looking for and probably readily available at your nearest REI. They're longer than the Riv Irish strap but the buckle and strap width are identical enough. http://www.rei.com/product/833518/coghlans-arno-straps On Monday, June 1, 2015 at 6:22:49 PM UTC-5,

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

2015-04-19 Thread john muhl
On Sunday, April 19, 2015 at 5:54:26 PM UTC-5, carne...@bellsouth.net wrote: 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

Re: [RBW] Re: Sam Hillborne and Big Ben 50's revisited

2015-04-08 Thread john muhl
Super Motos on an Atlantis are awesome; way, way better than the Big Apple. The only troubles I had were: double-leg kickstand is a no go and I needed a small extension to get the rear rack high enough.

Re: [RBW] Re: Sam Hillborne and Big Ben 50's revisited

2015-04-08 Thread john muhl
both from my Roadeo (for summer) and my Atlantis (to fit the Big Bens). You're welcome. On Wed, Apr 8, 2015 at 10:09 AM, john muhl john...@gmail.com javascript: wrote: Super Motos on an Atlantis are awesome; way, way better than the Big Apple. The only troubles I had were: double-leg

Re: [RBW] Re: Sam Hillborne and Big Ben 50's revisited

2015-04-08 Thread john muhl
On Wednesday, April 8, 2015 at 1:25:13 PM UTC-5, Mark Reimer wrote: What size are they actually? And what rims are they mounted to? About 57mm on Synergy rims. On Wed, Apr 8, 2015 at 12:09 PM, john muhl john...@gmail.com javascript: wrote: Super Motos on an Atlantis are awesome; way

[RBW] Re: somanypʎuɐɯos

2015-04-02 Thread john muhl
Thanks for headsup Bill. I quickly scanned the email and missed the part about the dynamos completely. One of these would look great on the half-off Pacenti SL23s. On Thursday, April 2, 2015 at 4:21:39 PM UTC-5, Bill Lindsay wrote: I like the palindromic coupon code, but I really like

[RBW] Re: Minor MINDBLOWN : More Riv forks! and affordable!

2015-03-06 Thread john muhl
On Friday, March 6, 2015 at 5:04:56 PM UTC-6, lungimsam wrote: It says 40mm of thread. Did they mean 40mm of trail? And does that qualify as low trail? I think it means there are 40mm of threads (at the top of the steer tube) with which to attach your headset. Nice fork: Canti fork for

[RBW] Re: Always tantalizing to look for frame specials

2014-12-02 Thread john muhl
Someone needs to buy that 60cm SimpleOne before I decide on another early birthday present for myself. Time is running out! On Tuesday, December 2, 2014 2:45:49 PM UTC-6, Bill Lindsay wrote: There are three frames left unsold in web specials http://www.rivbike.com/Frame-Specials-s/38.htm and

[RBW] Re: FS: Uses Nitto Mark's Rack M1 - $50

2014-12-02 Thread john muhl
On Tuesday, December 2, 2014 2:44:00 PM UTC-6, Mark Reimer wrote: Agh, I JUST bought one from my local shop for four times that price. Ah well, so it goes. Your LBS charged you $200 for a Mark's rack? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: Uses Nitto Mark's Rack M1 - $50

2014-12-02 Thread john muhl
local shop, and it was part of a larger order anyway. But yeah...they did. On Tue, Dec 2, 2014 at 3:46 PM, john muhl john...@gmail.com javascript: wrote: On Tuesday, December 2, 2014 2:44:00 PM UTC-6, Mark Reimer wrote: Agh, I JUST bought one from my local shop for four times that price

[RBW] Re: Water (bottle) Retention

2014-11-04 Thread john muhl
On Monday, November 3, 2014 9:23:08 PM UTC-6, Deacon Patrick wrote: As I replace my two bottles that died on today’s ride I’m going with stainless steel. I’d love to hear your experience with the following: — preferred brand stainless bottle and why? Klean Kanteen insulated 20oz bottles.

[RBW] Re: FS: XL Blue Flannel Tan HAR Bags

2014-10-18 Thread john muhl
One more try before it’s donated. $70 for the plush Riv Blue Flannel now w/ free shipping. http://www.rivbike.com/product-p/at35.htm?1=1CartID=1 On Wednesday, October 15, 2014 6:22:12 PM UTC-5, john muhl wrote: $80 Flannel. Washed once and tried on but didn’t like the size. $120 HAR Bags

[RBW] Re: HAR and Swift panniers?

2014-10-16 Thread john muhl
On Thursday, October 16, 2014 11:08:28 AM UTC-5, Bob Cook wrote: (Apologies if this or a similar question has been answered already; my cursory search of earlier posts turned up nothing.) Anyone using the Hub Area Rack to support Swift Industries front panniers? Riv's HAR bags look good,

[RBW] FS: XL Blue Flannel Tan HAR Bags

2014-10-15 Thread john muhl
$80 Flannel. Washed once and tried on but didn’t like the size. $120 HAR Bags. Lightly used (comes with 2 Irish straps). + actual shipping costs. Paypal preferred. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group

[RBW] Re: Quick Swapping of Wald Basket on Front Rack

2014-09-08 Thread john muhl
This might provide some inspiration: https://groups.google.com/d/topic/rbw-owners-bunch/nVB4A3NHUqo/discussion https://secure.flickr.com/photos/fireman483/8600210013/in/photostream/ On Sunday, September 7, 2014 6:52:41 PM UTC-5, Call Me Jay wrote: I'm thinking of getting a front rack and Wald

[RBW] Re: Fat tire Atlantis!

2014-08-06 Thread john muhl
The Fatlantis is a special beast. Fitting a 2.25 isn’t a problem on my 2012 model. https://plus.google.com/photos?pid=5882740672761776354oid=114339590269760877010 On Wednesday, August 6, 2014 9:41:13 AM UTC-5, Mark Reimer wrote: In about ten days I'm doing a long-distance challenge of sorts -

[RBW] Re: Hub Area Rack weight limit

2014-08-04 Thread john muhl
On Sunday, August 3, 2014 5:08:46 PM UTC-5, dougP wrote: Nitto is notoriously conservative so it could be rated for something like that. But having had the HAR in my hands, it's well built I wouldn't hesitate to go over that. I use the Tubus Duo on my Atlantis and typically carry up to

[RBW] Re: The Rivendell Bike Weight Thread

2014-08-04 Thread john muhl
33.7 lbs 61cm Atlantis 32x36 Synergy rims, SON28 dyno, Luxos B and Secula Plus, Mark’s rack with small Wald basket, HAR, B17 Select, Thin Gripsters, two King cages, BG Rock ’n Road tires, Albastache/Dirt Drop, Newbaums, Silver barends, TRP levers, CR720 cantis with Funky Monkey hangers, Crane

[RBW] Hub Area Rack weight limit

2014-08-03 Thread john muhl
I’ve misplaced the paperwork that came with mine but vaguely recall it being about 8 lbs. Is that right or is my memory failing me again? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving

Re: [RBW] How many of your bikes will take the HAR?

2014-07-13 Thread john muhl
built) Atlantis it’s just the lower eyelets on the (Toyo built) Saluki that don’t work. On Friday, July 11, 2014 7:33:55 AM UTC-7, john muhl wrote: Turns out they won’t work from the lower eyelets regardless of tilt. At least not without replacing the bolts and adding spacers at the to all

Re: [RBW] How many of your bikes will take the HAR?

2014-07-11 Thread john muhl
for each bag. :-) On Thursday, July 10, 2014 4:26:08 PM UTC-7, john muhl wrote: Hey hey; one of my HAR bags came with a pair of Irish straps. Now to round up something to strap the other side on with…and see how slanted they end up being on the lower eyelets. On Thu, Jul 10, 2014 at 3:03 PM

Re: [RBW] How many of your bikes will take the HAR?

2014-07-10 Thread john muhl
level won't cause any problem besides looking tilted. On Tuesday, July 8, 2014 9:08:24 PM UTC-7, john muhl wrote: Both my Atlantis and Betty Foy have double eyelets but I did call before ordering and was told (can’t remember who at RBW answered) that mounting them to the lower eyelets (on my

Re: [RBW] How many of your bikes will take the HAR?

2014-07-08 Thread john muhl
Both my Atlantis and Betty Foy have double eyelets but I did call before ordering and was told (can’t remember who at RBW answered) that mounting them to the lower eyelets (on my Saluki) should work just fine. They’re due to arrive on the 10th so I’ll find out for sure then. On Tue, Jul 8, 2014

Re: [RBW] If you were going to go out and buy a fully modern contemporary bike, what would it be?

2014-06-25 Thread john muhl
The Jeff Jones bikes (and h-bar!) are thoroughly tempting. On Wed, Jun 25, 2014 at 3:58 PM, Bill Lindsay tapebu...@gmail.com wrote: Most (all?) of us have a strong affinity for steel bikes. Many of us like various classic or retro properties: lugs, friction dt shifters, fewer than 11 cogs,

Re: [RBW] Any recommendations on a Atlantis wannabe?

2014-06-24 Thread john muhl
I think the Surly Long Haul Trucker is a pretty decent approximation. On Tue, Jun 24, 2014 at 9:48 AM, 'Clayton' via RBW Owners Bunch rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com wrote: I own an Atlantis and it has been my favorite bike, ever. I bought the frame new in '99 or so and it has been my main

Re: [RBW] IRD Friction Thumb Shifters: Set Up As Bar End Shifters?

2014-06-09 Thread john muhl
On Mon, Jun 9, 2014 at 11:39 AM, Brian Campbell bdcampbel...@gmail.com wrote: I was looking at the IRD friction thumb shifters and wondering if they will work set up as bar ends? Has anyone tried this? I have a pair mounted to the Silver bar end pods and that works fine. If so, are they

Re: [RBW] Re: RIV The Oregon Outback

2014-06-05 Thread john muhl
On Wed, Jun 4, 2014 at 10:20 PM, Anne Paulson anne.paul...@gmail.com wrote: So then a better choice would be a wider smooth tire? Like, for example, the Schwalbe Super-Motos? It's probably apples to oranges but for the gravelly/unpaved roads we have here in north TX (i.e. the flat kind) I've

Re: [RBW] Re: Square taper spindle bolt torque

2014-05-27 Thread john muhl
On Tue, May 27, 2014 at 9:57 AM, Jim Bronson jim.bron...@gmail.com wrote: What is a peanut butter wrench? http://www.compasscycle.com/cranks_wrench.html -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and

Re: [RBW] Re: Your pre-80's steel vs. today's steel bikes.

2014-05-27 Thread john muhl
On Tue, May 27, 2014 at 4:53 PM, Reid reidp...@earthlink.net wrote: My Romulus seems both spritely and nimble to me, but that's compared to other less-than-pure roadbikes. I am currently vacillating daily between a Sam (cheaper appeals) or an AHH. So can anyone say whether or not the Sam is

[RBW] Re: Losing Bike weight vs. Rider weight. Which one more effectively makes you go faster?

2014-05-15 Thread john muhl
Are you actually trying to respond to the post you quote or is this just some sort of Gmail goof? On Thursday, May 15, 2014 4:31:20 PM UTC-5, Ron Mc wrote: my parents are in their 80s and aren't going to die any time soon, so the encyclopedic data is a stated average life expectancy

[RBW] Re: Better brakes for canti-Saluki?

2014-03-04 Thread john muhl
Thanks for the suggestions. Anybody tried the Shimano CX70 http://www.rivbike.com/product-p/brc3.htm on a Saluki? -- 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: Better brakes for canti-Saluki?

2014-03-04 Thread john muhl
AR...not nearly as good, not nearly as easy to use. I may upgrade those to the CX70's which are designed to solve the problem you mention. A bit spendy but worth the money On Tuesday, March 4, 2014 7:45:04 AM UTC-6, john muhl wrote: Thanks for the suggestions. Anybody tried the Shimano CX70

[RBW] Better brakes for canti-Saluki?

2014-03-03 Thread john muhl
I have a new to me Saluki with Shimano cantis but the front brake pads (even after switching them out to Kool Stop shorties) jam into the fork blades before the brake can open wide enough to allow a fully inflated Hetre to pass. Anyone found a canti that doesn't interfere with the fork blades?

[RBW] Re: FS: Brooks, MKS, Nitto, Sackville, Tires

2014-02-20 Thread john muhl
One last price drop…prices include shipping. $65 Grand Bois Cyprès (standard) 650b x 32 mm (x2) - barely ridden, basically new. $65 Soma C-Line Tires (black) 700c x 38mm (x2) - low milage, lots of life still. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW

[RBW] Re: Dallas/Fort Worth Rivendell bike owners: I want to see some Rivendell bikes.

2014-02-15 Thread john muhl
Hey Wil I have a few Rivs you're welcome to look at/ride around if they happen to fit; Atlantis, Betty Foy and a Saluki. What part of town are you in? I'm out east near Lake Ray Hubbard. Do you ever go the bike shop in Oak Cliff? On Thursday, February 13, 2014 7:50:55 PM UTC-6, Will Wyatt

[RBW] Re: Show me your albatrosses!

2014-02-07 Thread john muhl
On Thursday, February 6, 2014 5:42:55 PM UTC-6, Conway Bennett wrote: Captain Conway in Chicago here. I'm an avid reader of the group but a sporadic poster. In any case I'm a sucker for riv sales campaign so I'm the new owner of some albatrosses which will steering my beloved riv'd out

[RBW] Re: FS: Brooks, MKS, Nitto, Sackville, Tires

2014-02-06 Thread john muhl
Remaining items: $15 MKS Touring/XC Pedals $20 Nitto Dirt Drop Stem 10cm 26.0 - sanded down to 22.0mm. $30 Nitto Moustache Bar (or $40 and I'll include the above DD stem) $70 Grand Bois Cyprès (standard) 650b x 32 mm (x2) - barely ridden, basically new. $70 Soma C-Line Tires (black) 700c x

[RBW] Re: Will a Hilsen fit the Rock N Road Tires?

2014-02-06 Thread john muhl
RnR on my 61cm late 2012 Atlantis w/ 60cm Berthoud fenders had plenty of space in every direction. On Thursday, February 6, 2014 8:22:40 PM UTC-6, William! wrote: How close was it? Thinking of throwing a set on my Atlantis, but fenders are a must (I'm also in portland)... On Friday, March

[RBW] Re: FS: Brooks, MKS, Nitto, Sackville, Tires

2014-02-04 Thread john muhl
Remaining stuff, prices reduced. $15 MKS Touring/XC Pedals $25 Hold Fast Foot Straps (brown) $20 Nitto Dirt Drop Stem 10cm 26.0 - sanded down to 22.0mm. $50 Nitto Moustache Bar $75 Bruce Gordon Rock 'n Road (skinwall) Tires 700c x 43mm (x2) - low miles, plenty of knob left. $75 Grand Bois

[RBW] Re: FS: Brooks, MKS, Nitto, Sackville, Tires

2014-02-03 Thread john muhl
Photos https://plus.google.com/photos/114339590269760877010/albums/597619294487665?authkey=CObm8q6I-cjlfA So far Sneaker pedals, (non-sanded) Dirt Drop, Albastache and wheelset are spoken for. On Sunday, February 2, 2014 7:51:37 PM UTC-6, john muhl wrote: $14 Miesha’s Cork Grips (barend

[RBW] Re: FS: Brooks, MKS, Nitto, Sackville, Tires

2014-02-03 Thread john muhl
Hi. I've been informed that the only B17 with copper rivets is the B17 Special but that also has brass rails which this saddle does not have. So to be clear this is a regular B17 with brown colored rivets of unknown material. On Sunday, February 2, 2014 7:51:37 PM UTC-6, john muhl wrote: $14

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: Brooks, MKS, Nitto, Sackville, Tires

2014-02-03 Thread john muhl
On Monday, February 3, 2014 11:56:38 AM UTC-6, Steve Palincsar wrote: On 02/03/2014 12:43 PM, john muhl wrote: Hi. I've been informed that the only B17 with copper rivets is the B17 Special but that also has brass rails which this saddle does not have. So to be clear this is a regular

[RBW] Re: FS: Brooks, MKS, Nitto, Sackville, Tires

2014-02-03 Thread john muhl
Actually, mystery Brooks is still available. How about $70 for it? On Sunday, February 2, 2014 7:51:37 PM UTC-6, john muhl wrote: $14 Miesha’s Cork Grips (barend) - small crack in one grip. $15 MKS RMX Sneaker Pedals $20 MKS Touring/XC Pedals $30 Hold Fast Foot Straps (brown) $30 Nitto

[RBW] FS: Brooks, MKS, Nitto, Sackville, Tires

2014-02-02 Thread john muhl
$14 Miesha’s Cork Grips (barend) - small crack in one grip. $15 MKS RMX Sneaker Pedals $20 MKS Touring/XC Pedals $30 Hold Fast Foot Straps (brown) $30 Nitto Dirt Drop Stem 10cm 26.0 - sanded down to 22.0mm. $50 Nitto Dirt Drop Stem 10cm 26.0 $60 Nitto Moustache Bar $60 Nitto Albastache Bar

[RBW] WTT: Narrow for wide Noodles

2014-01-16 Thread john muhl
Mine are a Rivendell 41cm (i.e. 43cm c-to-c at the ends); would prefer a 46 but have no objections to a 44 or 48. -- 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] FS: Berthoud 650x50 fenders

2013-06-26 Thread john muhl
Brand new, never mounted, $70 shipped. -- 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: Oiling a Select saddle

2013-06-03 Thread john muhl
Mine came with a tin of Proofide; I assumed it was for the saddle. On Sunday, June 2, 2013 9:38:21 PM UTC-5, Joe Bernard wrote: Are the care needs of an undyed Brooks Select saddle any different from the dyed ones? Joe to Proofide or not to Proofide Bernard Vallejo, CA. -- You

[RBW] New shoes for the Atlantis

2013-05-27 Thread john muhl
After trying last summer and missing out I made sure to get at the front of the queue for the 2013 Super Motos. With 25/35 psi (and the accompanying cush) it's like riding a different bike and despite the plumpness they are quite zippy. Only trouble is that the rear slightly rubbed the

Re: [RBW] New shoes for the Atlantis

2013-05-27 Thread john muhl
Schwalbe says 60mm; calipers say 56.6mm. On Monday, May 27, 2013 6:10:41 PM UTC-5, cyclot...@gmail.com wrote: That's one tough looking 'Lantis! What do those shoes measure out to? Cheers, David On Mon, May 27, 2013 at 4:05 PM, john muhl john...@gmail.comjavascript: wrote: After

[RBW] FS: Sackville BarSack, Nitto BarSack Rack

2013-04-26 Thread john muhl
$180 for the combo or $130 $50 individually. I've got a KlickFix adapter frame for it I'll throw in with the bag or combo if you want it. http://goo.gl/O5kvb -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group

[RBW] Re: FS: Sackville BarSack, Nitto BarSack Rack

2013-04-26 Thread john muhl
Sold. On Friday, April 26, 2013 11:38:10 AM UTC-5, john muhl wrote: $180 for the combo or $130 $50 individually. I've got a KlickFix adapter frame for it I'll throw in with the bag or combo if you want it. http://goo.gl/O5kvb -- You received this message because you are subscribed

[RBW] Re: What'r you using for cush on your Moustache Bars under your tape?

2013-04-25 Thread john muhl
I had cork under cotton and really liked it. Today I switched that out with the medium thickness Lizard Skins but haven't had a chance for an extended ride yet; initial reaction is positive. At least in my limited circle I've noticed chunkier wrap and gloveless riding seem to go hand in hand

[RBW] Re: Hetre gash: to replace or not replace?

2013-04-10 Thread john muhl
Thanks everyone. Guess I was overreacting. I went ahead and applied a boot and remounted it. -- 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] Hetre gash: to replace or not replace?

2013-04-09 Thread john muhl
If these weren't brand new I'd replace it without second thought but the thought of chucking a $70 tire with such low milage on it makes my inner cheapskate go crazy. What say the wisdom of the group? Replace or not? http://goo.gl/2AY9i -- You received this message because you are subscribed

[RBW] Chaparral Trail ride

2013-04-08 Thread john muhl
Taped up my busted toe and headed north to the Chaparral Trail and surrounding area. Despite the ominous look in the morning the rain held off and it was a nice overcast 70ish degrees. Atlantis handled the pavement, good to bad gravel and completely rutted out by ATVs and backhoes dirt/mud

Re: [RBW] Chaparral Trail ride

2013-04-08 Thread john muhl
It runs from Farmersville, TX in a NE direction. http://goo.gl/maps/4u4Du On Monday, April 8, 2013 4:42:31 PM UTC-5, René wrote: How nice! Where is the Chaparral Trail? On Mon, Apr 8, 2013 at 2:25 PM, john muhl john...@gmail.com javascript: wrote: Taped up my busted toe and headed north

Re: [RBW] Chaparral Trail ride

2013-04-08 Thread john muhl
is the Chaparral Trail? On Mon, Apr 8, 2013 at 2:25 PM, john muhl john...@gmail.com wrote: Taped up my busted toe and headed north to the Chaparral Trail and surrounding area. Despite the ominous look in the morning the rain held off and it was a nice overcast 70ish degrees. Atlantis

[RBW] Re: Chaparral Trail ride

2013-04-08 Thread john muhl
ride despite the dog. Hugh Sunland, CA On Monday, April 8, 2013 2:25:14 PM UTC-7, john muhl wrote: Taped up my busted toe and headed north to the Chaparral Trail and surrounding area. Despite the ominous look in the morning the rain held off and it was a nice overcast 70ish degrees

[RBW] Re: Chaparral Trail ride

2013-04-08 Thread john muhl
, 2013 3:25:14 PM UTC-6, john muhl wrote: Taped up my busted toe and headed north to the Chaparral Trail and surrounding area. Despite the ominous look in the morning the rain held off and it was a nice overcast 70ish degrees. Atlantis handled the pavement, good to bad gravel and completely

[RBW] Re: New Riv owner

2013-03-29 Thread john muhl
On Thursday, March 28, 2013 7:39:08 PM UTC-5, Michael wrote: Congrats! What's under the bartape? Looks cushy. Cheapo cork tape. It adds just a touch of squish and the extra fatness fits my hand better than cloth on bar. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google

[RBW] Re: New Riv owner

2013-03-29 Thread john muhl
On Thursday, March 28, 2013 9:48:40 PM UTC-5, Rambouilleting Utahn wrote: What tires do you have on your Atlantis? The really great Bruce Gordon Rock n' Road. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group

Re: [RBW] New Riv owner

2013-03-29 Thread john muhl
On Thursday, March 28, 2013 7:40:22 PM UTC-5, Patrick Moore wrote: Welcome to the club; the products are addictive. Beside its good looks, please describe what you like about the Atlantis. I guess it's mostly the same stuff as others like about other Rivs; comfort, ride quality,

[RBW] Re: New Riv owner

2013-03-29 Thread john muhl
On Friday, March 29, 2013 7:11:16 AM UTC-5, Pondero wrote: Hey John, North Texas Riv owner reporting in. All's well up in northwest Denton County... http://pawndero.wordpress.com/ Come up and do some rural rides with me. Chris Sanger, Texas Looks like fun riding. I'm nursing a

[RBW] New Riv owner

2013-03-28 Thread john muhl
though. -- john muhl dallas, tx -- 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 email

[RBW] Re: Will a Hilsen fit the Rock N Road Tires?

2013-03-28 Thread john muhl
Measurements: http://brucegordoncycles.blogspot.com/2012/04/rock-n-road-tire-is-offically-for-sale.html On Thursday, March 28, 2013 4:50:06 PM UTC-5, Cycletex wrote: I just read somewhere back in the archives that a Hilsen will (just barely) fit a Marathon Supreme 50c tire which leads me to