Re: [RBW] Re: Sin urrr gi Rims

2016-04-30 Thread Lungimsam
Older versiobs of the Synergies were reported to be worse than the newer versions. Not sure how old yours are. Did you try the double rim tape yet? -- 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: Sin urrr gi Rims

2016-04-29 Thread Lungimsam
Michael, The first mount on Synergies is the toughest. They seat much easier after that in my experience. No crying after the first time. But even with Synergies I had no problem pulling off and putting on tires. It was just the bead seating that was tough. But I found that as long as they

[RBW] Re: Riv riding recovery and acclimation advice needed.

2016-04-28 Thread Lungimsam
Thanks for the info, Nick! Much appreciated! -- 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] Re: Sin urrr gi Rims

2016-04-28 Thread Lungimsam
Sorry, 2014 or more recent version. -- 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: Sin urrr gi Rims

2016-04-28 Thread Lungimsam
My Loups and Hetres practically auto seat on my 650b x 36 hole Grand Bois rims - black label. I highly recommend them. Get the 2015 or more recent versions. Not the older ones. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To

Re: [RBW] Re: Talk to me about bottom brackets

2016-04-28 Thread Lungimsam
Someone said SKFs are heavier than other bbs. So just how much heavier is an SKF than other bbs? -- 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: Will Rosco see the light of day?

2016-04-28 Thread Lungimsam
Mose knows!!! Was wondering if someone would catch it. That is an amazing movie. One of my favorites, too. -- 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: Talk to me about bottom brackets

2016-04-27 Thread Lungimsam
So which bb would I need for my Bleriot? I would use either Herse cranks or Sugino XD -- 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: Talk to me about bottom brackets

2016-04-27 Thread Lungimsam
There are bottom brackets, and there are bottom braquets...I'm not sure where the price cutoff is. -- 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: Talk to me about bottom brackets

2016-04-27 Thread Lungimsam
Here are some articles on brackets: https://janheine.wordpress.com/category/components/bottom-brackets/ There should be one of the articles talking about bracket structure and features. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To

[RBW] Re: FS: Big Guy Wool

2016-04-26 Thread Lungimsam
Im 5'8" 170 lbs and I wear XL and XXL cycling shorts and tights. I also wear XL wool Shirts!! I also wear XL Musa long pants! Everything seems cut these days for lean athletes!!! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To

Re: [RBW] How do you like your first step-through bike?

2016-04-26 Thread Lungimsam
I think I do this, standing on non-drive side: 1. L hand on L noodle brake hood and applying bake. 2. R hand on saddle nose. 3. L foot on ground. 4. R knee comes straight up to chest Kung Fu style and R foot steps over TT while tilting bike a smidge towards me. Reverse for dismount. I'd really

[RBW] Re: Riv riding recovery and acclimation advice needed.

2016-04-26 Thread Lungimsam
Thanks, Nick! That sounds like something I can do. Sometimes I am dragging on my commutes and I also wonder how I'll ever be able to pull off a century or brevet. Do you not ride the day before brevets to rest up? Or just do the slow commute? -- You received this message because you are

[RBW] Re: Riv riding recovery and acclimation advice needed.

2016-04-26 Thread Lungimsam
Lately I have been thinking of riding to my body's needs. Letting it tell me how fast or slow it wants to go while riding. Like recovering while on the bike. And maybe my fitness will increase over time if I let my body just ride how it wants on a given day. Recently I was tired and just

[RBW] Re: Riv riding recovery and acclimation advice needed.

2016-04-26 Thread Lungimsam
Lynne: I am so happy you made it through and are ok now. I never realized how tough Cancer treatment was until my Dad got it. I mean we all know and have heard, but we really don't know unless it happens to someone close and we actually see what goes on. The surgeries, chemo, logistics,

[RBW] Re: Boscoe and Rambouillet Pics Anyone?

2016-04-26 Thread Lungimsam
Jeremy, your pic of the Bosco's on the Qbeam (I think I remember you did a post on it) got me liking the looks of Bosco's, which I had dismissed as too Disney looking at first. But now I think they look much better aesthaetically than Alba's which I rode for a while. Plus they have more rise

[RBW] Re: Riv riding recovery and acclimation advice needed.

2016-04-26 Thread Lungimsam
I do push because I like that fast moving feeling of speeding along with momentum. But I am not fast at all, and am a weak rider. There aren't many flats in my area, so its usually effort...coast...effort...coast...slow up...fast coast down...etc. Usually I only hit 8% grades max around here.

[RBW] Re: Riv riding recovery and acclimation advice needed.

2016-04-26 Thread Lungimsam
I sleep fine. I get enough hours each night. But I do have an occasional night of insomnia where I dont fall asleep at all the whole night or just get two hours. Maybe twice a year. @Patrick: but that's a diet. And Grant's book is a diet. No way I could keep them. I am on a Seefood diet. I am

[RBW] Riv riding recovery and acclimation advice needed.

2016-04-26 Thread Lungimsam
Not sure this is on topic enough but as you all seem to "ride" for the love of it and not "train" (and I don't either), was wondering what you think about my conundrum. I am in good health. I get physicals. Everything always fine. No issues. 47 years old, 5'8", 170 lbs. I thank God for my

[RBW] Re: Will Rosco see the light of day?

2016-04-26 Thread Lungimsam
Shoulda listened to yer Uncle Ethan! -- 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,

Re: [RBW] Richard Sachs on the original Riv lugs

2016-04-25 Thread Lungimsam
I think Rivendell lugs are the prettiest on the planet. Rivendell just makes the most beautiful looking bikes on earth. -- 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

[RBW] Maryland area supported Century rides and also unsupported Brevets this spring, summer and fall 2016.

2016-04-24 Thread Lungimsam
Just in case anyone is looking for some in our area. Patuxent River Ride June 11 (metric) http://www.ohbike.org/ Tour dem Parks, Hon June 12 (only 30 some miles thru Baltimore parks and streets, but thought I'd include it here) https://tourdemparks.org/ Bay to Bay Century June 26 (English)

[RBW] Re: Lawyers lips and helmets (or: WTB - Peugeot PX-10 fork)

2016-04-23 Thread Lungimsam
Vince @ Rivbike also said Pitlocks are fine for non-lawyer lipped bikes. Just as good as modern skewers. -- 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: Which Helmet Mirror?

2016-04-23 Thread Lungimsam
Recently took off my eyeglass mirror and started searching threads and reading about mirrors. I have been using a teeny one that sticks onto the inside of my glasses but was looking for something that might require less head turn to see the road behind me, but that also is minimal aesthetic.

[RBW] Re: Which Helmet Mirror?

2016-04-23 Thread Lungimsam
Cool idea! Ill have to try it if i dont like it in my glasses?! -- 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: When did Waterford start building the Atlantis?

2016-04-22 Thread Lungimsam
>From rivsite: If you want to know the history of your used Rivendell frame: ASK THE PERSON YOU BOUGHT IT FROM. Seriously. They know more than us, and a serial number doesn't tell as much as you'd think. We never filed them in the first place, and our best attempt at a registry was a noble,

[RBW] Re: Lawyers lips and helmets (or: WTB - Peugeot PX-10 fork)

2016-04-22 Thread Lungimsam
Though I would not use them on horizontal dropouts. I think I read that on UrbanBikeTech website's FAQ -- 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: Lawyers lips and helmets (or: WTB - Peugeot PX-10 fork)

2016-04-22 Thread Lungimsam
Peter White cycles says Pitlocks are fine for bikes without lawyers' lips and that they are as effective as any modern skewer. -- 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: Lawyers lips and helmets (or: WTB - Peugeot PX-10 fork)

2016-04-22 Thread Lungimsam
If you are in the market for new skewers I recommend Pitlocks. Might as well while you are at 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] Re: Annoying unwanted commentary/advice while riding a Rivendell.

2016-04-20 Thread Lungimsam
Wasn't it Lon Haldeman who said something like "Bikes don't win races, muscles win races."? Put me on a 6lb. Trek racer bike, give Lon haldeman a 45 lb. gas pipe tubed steel frame and let's see who can finish a 200k brevet first. I'll probably still be at the first control while Lon is getting

[RBW] Re: joe appaloosa photos, registration

2016-04-20 Thread Lungimsam
...and if you register, be sure to keep your purchase invoice/receipts so no one can say " But that's my bike, and that's my serial number! Yeah, the one he posted on there!". -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To

[RBW] Re: Ice Wax for chain lube

2016-04-17 Thread Lungimsam
Ice Wax just washes off the chain with a hosing? Doesnt that mean it will come off in the rain too? Just curious. -- 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

[RBW] Re: 1X10: How clean it is!

2016-04-10 Thread Lungimsam
1x sounds intriguing but i like friction shifting. I might also miss fd shifting. I think it is good to have things to do with the hands to get them moving and off the bars regularly. I also need a mighty low bail out gear (28x30). I dont know how that works out to which ratios with a 1x. --

[RBW] Re: Best advice for securing bikes in a garage

2016-04-09 Thread Lungimsam
In action: https://groups.google.com/forum/m/#!searchin/rbw-owners-bunch/clamshell/rbw-owners-bunch/p821mCDoi6M -- 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: Best advice for securing bikes in a garage

2016-04-09 Thread Lungimsam
End of thread: http://www.bikelid.com/where-bikelid-bike-storage-pods-live.html -- 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: Best advice for securing bikes in a garage

2016-04-09 Thread Lungimsam
When you are talking bike security, you gotta go all the way. Run over to Walnut Creek and order up the clamshells! http://www.bikelid.com/where-bikelid-bike-storage-pods-live.html -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To

[RBW] Low-Profile Canti Recommendation.

2016-04-09 Thread Lungimsam
Can the cx70 brakes be used with a front rack or dies the cable hanger/straddle wire get in the way? On RBW site the pic makes it look like the hanger gets in the way of the rack mounting hole on the fork crown. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW

[RBW] FW:

2016-04-09 Thread Lungimsam
The pictures that owners, like yourself, have posted of their Clems really show better than the RBW online pics how classy the frames are. Definitely looks likd a Rivendell, even with the curving TT. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners

[RBW] Re: Low-Profile Canti Recommendation.

2016-04-08 Thread Lungimsam
"Crashed" is used. Cant always see the damage. Seller might not disclose any abuse the parts went through. -- 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: First S24O of 2016, and first on my Appaloosa, tonight!

2016-04-08 Thread Lungimsam
Patrick has it right. Dehydrated water is the way to go. Instant water is great, too. Dont worry about unscrupulous sellers, though. If it takes more than 16 oz. of water to rehydrate a 16 oz. packet, then you know you have been ripped off. -- You received this message because you are

[RBW] Re: Consolidating some of the reminder threads into an FAQ thread?

2016-04-07 Thread Lungimsam
I seventh that emotion. -- 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 to

[RBW] Re: Frame pump placement - Rear triangle possible?

2016-04-07 Thread Lungimsam
Im surprised that, with the massive baggery that goes on around here, you all are not just throwing Topeak Morphs into your bags. Plenty-o-room and no chance of frame pumps ruining paint jobs, bike lines, and going into spokes. I think it is about 175-200 pumps to inflate my Cypress tar with my

[RBW] Re: Frame pump placement - Rear triangle possible?

2016-04-07 Thread Lungimsam
That right there is a purple carbon eater bike. -- 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] Hat quest

2016-04-07 Thread Lungimsam
Here it is: https://janheine.wordpress.com/2014/08/29/autumn-2014-bicycle-quarterly/ See, he's got the California plaid shirt on instead of the tartan look. Check out the hat. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe

[RBW] Hat quest

2016-04-07 Thread Lungimsam
Ifyou get BQ, Patrick, a few issues back there was a Patrick-like rider during the Oregon Outback featured on the cover with a hat on that looks something like what you are looking for. Though he looked more like a California-Arizona-Patrick and less like a Scotch-Pikes-Peak kinda guy. --

[RBW] Hat quest

2016-04-07 Thread Lungimsam
Very dapper build on that Nishiki! -- 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,

Re: [RBW] In search of the Delaware Gear

2016-04-06 Thread Lungimsam
Did Delaware her New Jersey? Idaho Alaska. -- 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

Re: [RBW] In search of the Delaware Gear

2016-04-06 Thread Lungimsam
I got a 46 x 13 x 650b x 32mm tire=? -- 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,

Re: [RBW] In search of the Delaware Gear

2016-04-06 Thread Lungimsam
I got a 46 x 13 for my highest gear on my Sam. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to

Re: [RBW] Re: Cazadero lumpy bumpy

2016-04-05 Thread Lungimsam
I reccommend Grand Bois 650b 36 hole black label rims. GB/Compass tires practically auto seat on them from my experience. -- 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,

[RBW] Re: Hat quest

2016-04-05 Thread Lungimsam
Why dont you wear a helmet, Patrick? -- 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,

Re: [RBW] Re: Anyone using Compass centerpulls on thie Rivendell?

2016-04-05 Thread Lungimsam
Tim, Sometimes the first ride in the rain, or throwing some water on rims and pads and ride around using brakes should help them bed in and make the squeal stop. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this

Re: [RBW] Re: Anyone using Compass centerpulls on thie Rivendell?

2016-04-05 Thread Lungimsam
Once I saw an Atlantis with fenders and non-adjustable rack in my LBS. I saw all the open space between the tire and fork crown and thought how easy it must be to mount fenders and non-adjustable rack on a canti-bike. This after installing vo rando rack and honjos on a sidepull bike. -- You

Re: [RBW] Re: Best advice for securing bikes in a garage

2016-04-05 Thread Lungimsam
Almost makes you want to stick to 70's steel beater craigslist road bikes. But now I wouldnt buy unless original owner with receipt. I almost bought a Bstone 400 ftom a guy with receipt. But I waited and got a Rivbike. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google

[RBW] Re: Best advice for securing bikes in a garage

2016-04-05 Thread Lungimsam
My insurance co. says it is a 1,000$US deductable for bike theftwhoah -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to

Re: [RBW] Re: Best advice for securing bikes in a garage

2016-04-05 Thread Lungimsam
I dont know about the shock thing. Some thief might try to sue you if he gets hurt. -- 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: Anyone using Compass centerpulls on thie Rivendell?

2016-04-05 Thread Lungimsam
Right now I don't want to get the Compass brakes. Just wondering if anyone here uses them on their Rivs. I am more interested in cantis for my next bike, unless there is a compelling reason to go with cpulls. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW

[RBW] Re: Anyone using Compass centerpulls on thie Rivendell?

2016-04-05 Thread Lungimsam
Wow. Sounds like a niche of a niche boutique item. -- 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] Anyone using Compass centerpulls on thie Rivendell?

2016-04-05 Thread Lungimsam
Which model/s do they fit? -- 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: Is it crazy to do a century with Boscos?

2016-04-04 Thread Lungimsam
So...how did it go with the Boscos? -- 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,

Re: [RBW] IQ-X Headlight

2016-04-04 Thread Lungimsam
It took 5 months?!?! -- 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 to

[RBW] Re: Centerpulls vs. cantis

2016-04-04 Thread Lungimsam
My main reason for wanting cantis is so that nothing but air is between the tire and fork crown for easy fenderability and rackability. But I am interested in hearing about mechanical pros or cons. I know BQ states that cantis cause the fork blades to twist. Dont know if that is really a

[RBW] Centerpulls vs. cantis

2016-04-04 Thread Lungimsam
1.Which are better for use with fork braze ons and why? For recreational road riding. 2. Is either just fine? I'm guessing it is but the more online stuff I read, the more overthinking results. Funny how before I started online bike reading everything about my bikes was just fine. -- You

[RBW] Re: Best advice for securing bikes in a garage

2016-04-04 Thread Lungimsam
Dont get a dog for the garage. That would be animal cruelty. -- 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.

[RBW] Re: Best advice for securing bikes in a garage

2016-04-04 Thread Lungimsam
Cruel -- 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 to

[RBW] Best advice for securing bikes in a garage

2016-04-03 Thread Lungimsam
Easy! 1. Buy a pickup truck tie down wing bolt eyelet thingy from hardware store. Or a large size eyelet wing bolt will do. 2. Mount in wall at bike TT/Seatcluster height. 3. Lean bike against wall with TT/seatclster junction near eyelet. 4. Lock bike TT/Seatcluster to eyelet with Ulock. --

Re: [RBW] Stolen in East Bay: Grey Saddlesack (large) + brooks B17 saddle (honey)

2016-04-03 Thread Lungimsam
Definitely makes a case for ironing your name into your saddle. Try the bicyclebolts.com for your next seatpost/saddle security fixing bolts. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving

[RBW] Re: Steerer Tube Honing

2016-04-02 Thread Lungimsam
Dats where i foist read it too -- 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

Re: [RBW] IQ-X Headlight

2016-04-01 Thread Lungimsam
Eric, Does this light have the cutoff whereby it puts the light on the road but not in oncoming drivers' eyes? -- 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

Re: [RBW] Talk to me about Dyno power/lighting

2016-04-01 Thread Lungimsam
Im also wanting to dyno light my other bike. I have a SON hub/edeluxe ii combo on my Bleriot. I am thinking of SP/edeluxe ii or that new light Eric reviewed. I forgot whi makes it. Alotta the light names sound the same and confuse me. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to

[RBW] What do Rivendell Riders use for online photo storage?

2016-04-01 Thread Lungimsam
Ok -- 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 to

[RBW] What do Rivendell Riders use for online photo storage?

2016-04-01 Thread Lungimsam
And no compression when using the auto uploader? -- 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] What do Rivendell Riders use for online photo storage?

2016-04-01 Thread Lungimsam
Iphone full. Need online place to store photos. Must be: 1. Free 2. Same quality as pics on phone. Dont want to lose resolution. What do you all use? I notice you all have lots of Rivrelated photos. Must be storing them somewhere? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the

Re: [RBW] Re: On tire supple-itude

2016-03-30 Thread Lungimsam
Based on what I have read about tires, there are different testors who have come out with their tire testing results. Whether the results are reliable and valid is contested by many. Each would probably say their tesults are reliable and valid, and give convincing arguments. So, at this point,

[RBW] Re: Appaloosa Bullmoose Dirt Tourer

2016-03-30 Thread Lungimsam
I find it odd that "Rivendell" isnt on every downtube. Like, for the non custom models you actually have to look up close for the makers name -- 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] Stolen rivs in seattle

2016-03-29 Thread Lungimsam
Interested to hear how they broke it to the seller that the bike was stolen and they would have to hold it until the police arrived. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails

Re: [RBW] Stolen rivs in seattle

2016-03-29 Thread Lungimsam
Yay!!! Congrats!! -- 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 to

Re: [RBW] Bike lockers

2016-03-29 Thread Lungimsam
Wait..I think it is telling us simply that the case dont lock. So lock it to the rail. But i do see the metal bracket on the outside of the shell that one could probably rum a ulock through. In anycase, It looks like they dont really remove bikes nightly. -- You received this message because

Re: [RBW] Bike lockers

2016-03-29 Thread Lungimsam
Maybe I misread it. Maybe it doesn't mean that you aren't allowed to lock the case, just that it is best to use the inside rail, for whatever reason. I could see two thieves easily breaking the small bolts that hold the clam frame to the ground with a mallet and crowbar and then lifting the

[RBW] Re: On tire supple-itude

2016-03-29 Thread Lungimsam
This is a fascinating subject. And I cannot comment on Ron's experience. Speaking from my own experience: It is really hard for me to know if one bike is faster than another, or if a component makes it faster/slower. Maybe because of the engine and wind. Maybe my bikes are very closely related.

[RBW] Re: On tire supple-itude

2016-03-29 Thread Lungimsam
It is interesting to note that BQ riders in their tire or frame tests (forgot which) did not accurately report which tire or frame was faster. Their objective impressions did not match the timer, iirc. Like, they claimed a certain tire or frame felt faster, when in fact, one of the other ones

[RBW] Sarasota Riv owners?

2016-03-29 Thread Lungimsam
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[RBW] What's the oldest post on this forum?

2016-03-29 Thread Lungimsam
Trying to search for some of the earliest posts. -- 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] Steerer Tube Honing

2016-03-28 Thread Lungimsam
My Tech and Tallux stems both "buttomed" out in both my Rivbikes' steerer tubes. I got a Nitto Pearl stem. Has less rise. Also, the Tech Deluxe has less rise . 190mm quill, I think. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To

[RBW] Re: CLEARCOAT o'er baremetal & why we don't do it anymore

2016-03-28 Thread Lungimsam
Have to wait for the RBW lugged Titanium model to come out for the non-painted look. -- 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] Interesting Herse pages...secrets revealed!!

2016-03-27 Thread Lungimsam
Two sites below. Jim Langley's is Interesting and chock full of clear description of dynamo wiring secrets here and other build details here. The head tube wiring brush I think I finally understand. Lotsa pics: http://www.jimlangley.net/ride/ReneHerseBicycle.html This second page also has

[RBW] Re: imitation as flattery

2016-03-27 Thread Lungimsam
I saw some nice looking functional Scwinns and Huffys at a college recently. I think I saw this huffy there, too. Of course, I dont know how well they perform or last. But they looked nice. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch"

Re: [RBW] Re: Atlantis in the new Levi's commercial

2016-03-27 Thread Lungimsam
Apparantly there can be all kinda reasons why a prop gets into the picture in show biz. Sometimes arbitrary, sometimes not. Back in the late '60's there was a group called the Peppermint Rainbow. One of the singers told me that they were on a CBS TV show doing their song "Will You be Staying

[RBW] Re: Stolen rivs in seattle

2016-03-26 Thread Lungimsam
Search craigslist by whole state and area here: http://www.my-craigs-finder.com/ -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to

Re: [RBW] Re: Schwalbe tubes...tighten those presta valve cores!

2016-03-26 Thread Lungimsam
My Schwabby 650b tubes were all fine until one day, about 1.5-2 years ago I started getting some new ones with loose cores. Maybe they are in specific production runs and the core-putter-inner needed calibration that day. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google

[RBW] Re: Cambium C19's?

2016-03-26 Thread Lungimsam
Never used one but from what I gather: 1. No leather maintenance 2. Waterproof 3. Possible less shape change with use for less wonkiness. -- 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] A ride report of a 300K brevet ridden on an A. Homer Hilsen

2016-03-25 Thread Lungimsam
That was blazing fast! -- 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 to

[RBW] Re: Cambium C19's?

2016-03-24 Thread Lungimsam
Not that ive found. Someone at Brooks told me it was coming out in 2016. I sent them an email asking when a sprung version would be made. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving

[RBW] Cambium C19's?

2016-03-24 Thread Lungimsam
Im waiting for the sprung Cambium to come out this year. Hopefully slotted. -- 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: 50 t rear cog -- Never walk another hill

2016-03-24 Thread Lungimsam
Sounds like an interesting idea. It makes a 10-speed cassette. But if you only like friction shifting, like me, fugghetaboutit.. In my experience, friction shifting 10 is horrible and full of auto shits. 9 is fine. 8 is great. 7 pretty much eliminates auto shifting for me so far I also don't

Re: [RBW] Re: Schwalbe tubes...tighten those presta valve cores!

2016-03-24 Thread Lungimsam
I used a leatherman multi tool plier to grab mine and turn 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

Re: [RBW] Re: Joe Appaloosa -- 100 mile report, whimsical photo and Want To Scavenge post

2016-03-24 Thread Lungimsam
Maybe he will have tire inflating episode on Nat Geo one day. Perhaps that requires too many movements for a deep analysis. Maybe a "Raising your kick stand" episode. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from

Re: [RBW] Re: Joe Appaloosa -- 100 mile report, whimsical photo and Want To Scavenge post

2016-03-24 Thread Lungimsam
Wow. Amazing what it takes to make a bike. Look at all those teensie parts, clips, grooves, etc. Puts a new light on " I cant find the source of the creaking my bike makes.". -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe

[RBW] Re: WTB: 62cm Saluki

2016-03-23 Thread Lungimsam
Bleriots are so nice! -- 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 to

Re: [RBW] Re: Joe Appaloosa -- 100 mile report, whimsical photo and Want To Scavenge post

2016-03-23 Thread Lungimsam
Louder pawls make the bike coast faster! ;) I like the sound of my Deore and Velocity hubs. They arent too loud. I like to hear them tick when Im coasting. Feels good. Once I heard a person with a very loud and plasticy sounding hub. I wouldnt want to ride with that one. -- You received this

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