[RBW] Re: Favorite Riv

2013-04-01 Thread Joe Bernard
I'll avoid picking custom because that can be anything I want. Frame: Saluki/AHH. Paint: Butterscotch. Decals and name: Bleriot. Love the name, love the biplane, loved the speared downtube decal. On Saturday, March 30, 2013 7:59:04 PM UTC-7, Christopher Murray wrote: All the recent pics

Re: [RBW] New Riv Weekend!

2013-04-01 Thread cyclotourist
Can't beat an Atlantis... the original sport-utility vehicle! On Sun, Mar 31, 2013 at 10:18 PM, Pondero cj.spin...@gmail.com wrote: That is a wonderful bicycle. I have often thought that maybe everyone needs an Atlantis with Albatross bars. Since I don't have one yet, my wife is the only

Re: [RBW] New Riv Weekend!

2013-04-01 Thread Eric Platt
Very nice looking bike and setup. The Atlantis is the do all of Rivendell bikes. Miss the one I had, although it was woefully too small. Eric Platt St. Paul, MN On Mon, Apr 1, 2013 at 2:15 AM, cyclotourist cyclotour...@gmail.com wrote: Can't beat an Atlantis... the original sport-utility

Re: [RBW] About a one week report on the new Hillborne

2013-04-01 Thread Eric Platt
Jim, Not as well as your Moonlander with wide, supple tires. Hopefully we can all agree 4.5 inch tires qualify as wide. Of course, with all the water on the trails on Saturday, did come close to hydroplaning once. Or that may have been some residual ice at the bottom. Eric Platt St. Paul, MN

[RBW] Re: Shimano bar-end shifters Albatross bars for commuting

2013-04-01 Thread WETH
Wow! Thanks for all the helpful and thoughtful replies; you have all given me much to consider. Yes, I shift too much, an accurate diagnosis. I remember that chapter from Grant's book, though at the time I did not think it applied to me. Overshifting is a habit I come by honestly. (True

[RBW] Re: Shimano bar-end shifters Albatross bars for commuting

2013-04-01 Thread Deacon Patrick
Erl, I ride Albatross bars with thumb shifters (which I recently shifted further up from the cork grips to give my hands more room, eliminated all the bar issues I was having). I debated long between them and the bar ends. I can't/won't ride no handed because of my vertigo. I've no doubt the

Re: [RBW] Possibly in the market for a 61-62cm frame/bike

2013-04-01 Thread Steven Frederick
Thanks, Michael-a bit out of our price range. Something roadier, more like a Rambouillet or Heron Road would suit this fellow best. Steve On Sat, Mar 30, 2013 at 6:16 PM, Michael Williams mkernanwilli...@gmail.com wrote: Hey Steve, Ive got a 61cm A. Homer Hilsen Ive been trying to sell

[RBW] Re: FS Schmidt SON28 36 complete wheel

2013-04-01 Thread Kelly
Thanks everyone... SOLD On Sunday, March 31, 2013 10:13:33 PM UTC-5, Kelly wrote: Bought from riv In great shape On bike now http://www.flickr.com/photos/tksleeper/8603112019/sizes/o/in/set-72157625432975212/ Zoom in on it or in the set look at 2013 photos The older ones are a

[RBW] Re: Tips for Removing Cork Grips?

2013-04-01 Thread Matthew J
Smitty: No adhesive. I wrap some tape around the bar in a few places to make it wider and presumably a tighter fit. So far the grips are holding well without. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this

[RBW] Re: Possibly in the market for a 61-62cm frame/bike

2013-04-01 Thread Kelly
I have a 60cm Holdsworth with headset and crank (specialized triple) and brakes. 300.00 I'll have to take some photos ... it has one major scratch from a chain suck... it will tak JB's with fenders. Here is how it was...the only miles on it I know of was a tour on the GAP. The paint

[RBW] Re: Tips for Removing Cork Grips?

2013-04-01 Thread Deacon Patrick
Matthew, Cloth tape? With abandon, Patrick On Monday, April 1, 2013 7:19:14 AM UTC-6, Matthew J wrote: Smitty: No adhesive. I wrap some tape around the bar in a few places to make it wider and presumably a tighter fit. So far the grips are holding well without. -- You received

[RBW] Re: Possibly in the market for a 61-62cm frame/bike

2013-04-01 Thread Kelly
Here is a photo of the bike pre-tour... http://www.flickr.com/photos/tksleeper/7846299398/in/set-72157625210417815 I will throw in the the handlebars too... same ones on it there but no brake levers or tape. My wife fits this and she rides a 61 Roadeo. I'll measure later today if you are

[RBW] WTT: 14-34 5-speed freewheel

2013-04-01 Thread C.J. Filip
This 5-speed 14-34t Suntour freewheel is from an '86 Bridgestone T700. I replaced the original derailler (XT Deerhead) with a 90's XT model and even with a longer B-tension screw, the new derailler just can't accommodate the 34t cog. I'd like to trade for a 30t or 32t max high gear 5-speed

[RBW] Re: How I made a quick release basket that can be installed and removed in seconds, or even one handed.

2013-04-01 Thread clayton
It is plenty strong laterally. The buckle is pretty burly. When tightened down, the basket gets smooshed between the front hook and the slanted rear rack upright. I rock the basket and the rack flexes. No movement. I've carried 15-18 lbs. in it with no problem whatsoever. On Sunday, March

[RBW] Re: How I made a quick release basket that can be installed and removed in seconds, or even one handed.

2013-04-01 Thread clayton
I will try to get a video done to show the installation and removal of the basket along with the lateral strength when mounted. I'll post it in a day or two. On Friday, March 29, 2013 12:52:06 PM UTC-7, clayton wrote: Hi folks, A while back I asked the groups opinion of the public bikes

[RBW] Re: How I made a quick release basket that can be installed and removed in seconds, or even one handed.

2013-04-01 Thread clayton
I will try to get a video made in the next day or two showing the ease of use and the lateral strength. It's plenty strong. When I rock the basket, the whole rack flexes, not the connection. I think if you used a Wald or a light basket, there might be an issue. I bought this online and it was a

[RBW] Re: How I made a quick release basket that can be installed and removed in seconds, or even one handed.

2013-04-01 Thread clayton
In the next couple of days, I will try to get a video of the baskets installation, removal and demonstrating the strength of the attached basket. I will also post links to the basket and hasp I bought online. I think not all baskets and hasps would work together. It is the combo that is

[RBW] Re: Possibly in the market for a 61-62cm frame/bike

2013-04-01 Thread Michael Hechmer
Steve, I am about to leave on a two week road trip, but when I come back I will be offering two bikes that fit this description. The first is a 61 cm Trek 620 for $800

[RBW] Rivendell's/Grant's newest line of bags...proto-type spotted...

2013-04-01 Thread meade anderson
It's certainly got that look of quality and will accept beausage gracefully.but I'm still not 100% sure it will be Rivendell's next offering in their line of bags but nonetheless I plan on being the first in my Just Ride Club to hang it proudly from my saddle.

[RBW] Re: New Riv Weekend!

2013-04-01 Thread samh
Beautiful! Thanks for taking the time to post the pics. -- 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

[RBW] Re: Repainted and rebuilt low trail Hunqapillar

2013-04-01 Thread samh
That silver color is super classy. Nice 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 this

[RBW] Re: Favorite Riv

2013-04-01 Thread samh
Great video. Thanks for pointing it out. On Sunday, March 31, 2013 7:00:43 PM UTC-6, Chris Lampe wrote: Based solely on pictures and videos from the internet, I have to say that A. Homer Hilsen that Mark put together in the Assembling a Bike video. That's the one that truly captured my

RE: [RBW] New Riv Weekend!

2013-04-01 Thread Allingham II, Thomas J
Beautiful bike. I had my Atlantis set up with a front rack/basket combo like that - it's a GREAT pairing, extremely versatile. I did a week long tour with it, but it works equally well as a commuter/shopper/utility rider. Congratulation! From: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com

RE: [RBW] Re: Pics of you on your Rivendell.

2013-04-01 Thread Allingham II, Thomas J
+1. From: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com [mailto:rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Earl Grey Sent: Sunday, March 31, 2013 4:02 PM To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Subject: [RBW] Re: Pics of you on your Rivendell. Clearly we need another flickr group. Anyone want to set it

[RBW] Re: Tips for Removing Cork Grips?

2013-04-01 Thread Matthew J
Yes. Cloth. But not necessarily by design. While back I managed to order a couple rolls of Newbaums from Riv is a color I did not want. Riv no doubt would have taken them back but I did not want to be a bother given it was my error. It seems to work well enough. -- You received this

[RBW] Re: Tips for Removing Cork Grips?

2013-04-01 Thread Deacon Patrick
Great! I'll keep this in mind should my cork grips need replacing in future. With abandon, Patrick On Monday, April 1, 2013 10:24:14 AM UTC-6, Matthew J wrote: Yes. Cloth. But not necessarily by design. While back I managed to order a couple rolls of Newbaums from Riv is a color I

RE: [RBW] Repainted and rebuilt low trail Hunqapillar

2013-04-01 Thread Allingham II, Thomas J
It's true that the dark green finish wears through eventually, but unlike the other Brooks colors, the green is so dark that it (to me at least) just looks like well-earned and attractive beausage; the difference between the black and the very dark green is not jarring.. From:

[RBW] Re: Pics of you on your Rivendell.

2013-04-01 Thread Edwin W
Here http://www.flickr.com/photos/90785999@N06/8610691656/ is one of me and one of my sons. Edwin -- 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: Pics of you on your Rivendell.

2013-04-01 Thread PATRICK MOORE
Now that's the nicest picture yet. On Mon, Apr 1, 2013 at 10:29 AM, Edwin W dweenda...@hotmail.com wrote: Here http://www.flickr.com/photos/90785999@N06/8610691656/ is one of me and one of my sons. Edwin -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW

[RBW] Re: Hillborne finds its true self

2013-04-01 Thread Edwin W
I have my Hillbornehttp://www.flickr.com/photos/90785999@N06/8575250744/in/photostreamset up like that - Albas, Chainuard/40/24 (though I don't use the 24 and don't have a front derailer yet). It does seem to be made for that. That was how I first rode a Riv at Riv world HQ - a Sam with

Re: [RBW] Re: Repainted and rebuilt low trail Hunqapillar

2013-04-01 Thread René Sterental
Thanks! It's pewter, however. It may not come out very clearly in the photos, but the distinction is quite subtle and very pleasing in person. On Sun, Mar 31, 2013 at 10:10 PM, samh rbwown...@yahoo.com wrote: That silver color is super classy. Nice bike! -- You received this message

[RBW] Re: Pics of you on your Rivendell.

2013-04-01 Thread EastBayGuy
Here is me on my Atlantis coming down Diablo after an S240. Photo Courtesy of Manny... http://www.flickr.com/photos/mannyacosta/8442429479/in/set-72157632683660324/ Dustin G WC Ca -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To

[RBW] FS Spring Cleaning stuff

2013-04-01 Thread Kelly
Clearing out the garage... besides what's listed there is a 2008 XL Giant Trance Mountain Bike and a Giant XL Bowery Single Speed .. photos available if there is interest there. Now on to what is available this instant. 700c Velocity Deep V Black 36 hole Rims - 125.00 I pay shipping.

[RBW] Re: Tips for Removing Cork Grips?

2013-04-01 Thread Andy Smitty Schmidt
Cloth tape under cork grips... I like it. --Smitty On Friday, March 29, 2013 11:48:23 AM UTC-7, Deacon Patrick wrote: I'll be giving the bull moose Bosco bars a try, shifting from Albatross bars. Any tips for removing the cork grips in one piece so I can reuse them? They were installed by

[RBW] FS Spring Cleaning stuff

2013-04-01 Thread Christopher Murray
I'll take the rack if still available. Cheers! cm -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to

[RBW] Re: Latest and greatest HC poster art

2013-04-01 Thread Jim Thill - Hiawatha Cyclery
Thanks for all the orders! So far, about 50 of these are pre-sold or reserved. I plan to get only about 100 prints, so not a huge number left. On Friday, March 22, 2013 6:12:31 PM UTC-5, Andy Smitty Schmidt wrote: Great looking poster. I've got just the place for it. --Smitty On Thursday,

[RBW] Re: A Little dirt riding on a Friday report.

2013-04-01 Thread hsmitham
Andy, Thanks. I'll be exploring to the East a bit more this Summer. Best Hugh Sunland, CA On Sunday, March 31, 2013 1:17:51 AM UTC-7, Andy Smitty Schmidt wrote: Great report... Some of the place names are familiar (I grew up in OC) but most of my exploring in the Angeles was farther east.

[RBW] Speaking of Photos. (Kinda off topic)

2013-04-01 Thread Manuel Acosta
So I take pictures. A lot of pictures. I've had the pleasure to take a bunch of great photos of some of the people here on the forum and of various of Rivendell employees. I post a lot of them online for variety of reasons. Mostly because I believe the challenge of photography to capture the

[RBW] Re: Speaking of Photos. (Kinda off topic)

2013-04-01 Thread Deacon Patrick
Great, Manny! You could certainly design your own webpage, but why? Most photographers use a photo web service to store and sell their photos. Zenfolio is the one I'm familiar with. http://www.zenfolio.com With abandon, Patrick On Monday, April 1, 2013 2:02:58 PM UTC-6, Manuel Acosta wrote:

[RBW] Re: Speaking of Photos. (Kinda off topic)

2013-04-01 Thread WETH
Manny, your photographs are beautiful. Go for it. I use smugmug and I am quite happy with them. www.smugmug.com It is very easy to set up a site, customize it, and create public and private galleries. I used to have a domain name linked to it, but I scaled back my freelancing to focus on

Re: [RBW] Re: Speaking of Photos. (Kinda off topic)

2013-04-01 Thread René Sterental
Congratulations Manny! That's an awesome photo on the cover. I didn't see the cover photo credited to you, and I tend to agree with your ladyfriend. Giving things away to a for-profit corporation doesn't make much sense to me either. At a minimum, they should have given you the credit right on the

[RBW] Re: Speaking of Photos. (Kinda off topic)

2013-04-01 Thread jinxed
I very much enjoy your photos and think they have plenty of marketable value. Just because you're not a professional does not mean you don't take incredible photos. I agree with the ladyfriend *especially* when it's a business wanting to use your photos. I cannot believe Merry Sales approached

[RBW] Re: Speaking of Photos. (Kinda off topic)

2013-04-01 Thread Michael
That is one amazing photo on the cover there. And I am not even into art/photography. That looks like the kind of photo that could be around for years and it would keep popping up in public places and become some kind of representative piece for cycling from our era. -- You received

[RBW] Re: Speaking of Photos. (Kinda off topic)

2013-04-01 Thread Philip Williamson
I agree on all counts - it can cost a lot to license a photo. Getty Images charges BANK ($1000+ for a temporary license). Speaking of which, you can flag your Flickr pictures to be eligible for licensing through Getty. Tag the bejeezus out of them. You can also sell your photos through

[RBW] Re: FS Spring Cleaning stuff

2013-04-01 Thread Kelly
Tubus rack and Brooks saddle are sold. Kelly On Monday, April 1, 2013 12:54:59 PM UTC-5, Kelly wrote: Clearing out the garage... besides what's listed there is a 2008 XL Giant Trance Mountain Bike and a Giant XL Bowery Single Speed .. photos available if there is interest there. Now on

[RBW] Re: Rivendell's/Grant's newest line of bags...proto-type spotted...

2013-04-01 Thread hsmitham
That is hilarious and brilliant :-) Hugh On Sunday, March 31, 2013 8:14:01 PM UTC-7, Meade Anderson wrote: It’s certainly got that look of quality and will accept beausage gracefully…but I’m still not 100% sure it will be Rivendell’s next offering in their line of bags but nonetheless I

Re: [RBW] Re: Rivendell's/Grant's newest line of bags...proto-type spotted...

2013-04-01 Thread Peter Morgano
Where is the reflective tape? :) On Mon, Apr 1, 2013 at 7:01 PM, hsmitham hughsmit...@gmail.com wrote: That is hilarious and brilliant :-) Hugh On Sunday, March 31, 2013 8:14:01 PM UTC-7, Meade Anderson wrote: It’s certainly got that look of quality and will accept beausage

Re: [RBW] Re: Rivendell's/Grant's newest line of bags...proto-type spotted...

2013-04-01 Thread Liesl
http://www.flickr.com/photos/julianmeade/1539958652/in/photostream/Oh Friends! Meade in particular! I have had a most exceedingly difficult day at work and this is first thing all day that has made me laugh. Thank you. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google

[RBW] Homer Hilsen in the hills - a ride report

2013-04-01 Thread Iron Rider
A 200k excursion on my new Homer Hilsen. http://eprider.blogspot.com/2013/03/hard-nox.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] Recommended 26 tires

2013-04-01 Thread cyclotourist
Building a bike up that needs solid commuter but non-tank-like 26X1.75 tires. Schwalbe Marathons (HS420) look to be about what I think I need, but any other suggestions at lower price points? Thanks! -- Cheers, David Redlands, CA ** Censorship is telling a man he can't have a steak just

Re: [RBW] New Riv Weekend!

2013-04-01 Thread Brencho
Thanks all for your kind notes! On Monday, April 1, 2013 9:03:45 AM UTC-7, Pudge wrote: Beautiful bike. I had my Atlantis set up with a front rack/basket combo like that – it’s a GREAT pairing, extremely versatile. I did a week long tour with it, but it works equally well as a

Re: [RBW] New Riv Weekend!

2013-04-01 Thread Manuel Acosta
Now you need to get it dirty. On Monday, April 1, 2013 7:48:36 PM UTC-7, Brencho wrote: Thanks all for your kind notes! On Monday, April 1, 2013 9:03:45 AM UTC-7, Pudge wrote: Beautiful bike. I had my Atlantis set up with a front rack/basket combo like that – it’s a GREAT pairing,

Re: [RBW] Recommended 26 tires

2013-04-01 Thread Michael Williams
Panaracer Paselas come in 26x1.75, Id say theyre a good option On Mon, Apr 1, 2013 at 7:35 PM, cyclotourist cyclotour...@gmail.com wrote: Building a bike up that needs solid commuter but non-tank-like 26X1.75 tires. Schwalbe Marathons (HS420) look to be about what I think I need, but any

[RBW] tire suggestions thanks

2013-04-01 Thread Michael Williams
just wanted to say thanks to the group, Rob from Ocean Air Cycles in particular for a great tire recommendation in the Resist Nomad. A while back I had posted requesting some info on a possible 700x40 plush tire. I went with a pair of them and they are perfect. I have a set of Hetres

Re: [RBW] Recommended 26 tires

2013-04-01 Thread cyclotourist
Thanks Michael. I was actually just looking at those and more specifically the T-Serve Messengers. I figure the messengers might be a little sturdier than the Paselas, but have never used any so don't know. On Mon, Apr 1, 2013 at 8:48 PM, Michael Williams mkernanwilli...@gmail.comwrote:

[RBW] Re: Recommended 26 tires

2013-04-01 Thread Manuel Acosta
Dav, Go with the Marathons. Simple and no-thinking tire. Good at everything great at nothing. Over the top for commuting why won't you need super heavy stout tires that roll over everything like a hummer on steroids? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups

Re: [RBW] Re: Recommended 26 tires

2013-04-01 Thread cyclotourist
Yeah, that's pretty much what I was thinking, but didn't know if there's a next best thing out there I should be looking at. They're actually pretty reasonably priced, so not a big hit if it doesn't work out. Thanks! On Mon, Apr 1, 2013 at 9:44 PM, Manuel Acosta

Re: [RBW] Recommended 26 tires

2013-04-01 Thread rcnute
The T-servs are pretty nice. Had them on an Atlantis for awhile. Ryan On Monday, April 1, 2013 9:00:12 PM UTC-7, cyclot...@gmail.com wrote: Thanks Michael. I was actually just looking at those and more specifically the T-Serve Messengers. I figure the messengers might be a little sturdier

Re: [RBW] Recommended 26 tires

2013-04-01 Thread cyclotourist
If it were mine, that's what I would probably get, but it's a build for someone that wants to try commuting and I think would prefer having the peace of mind that Marathons provide. Retail is about the same for both, which was unexpected. On Mon, Apr 1, 2013 at 10:14 PM, rcnute

Re: [RBW] Homer Hilsen in the hills - a ride report

2013-04-01 Thread cyclotourist
At least one 200K or more per month, that's pretty awesome! On Mon, Apr 1, 2013 at 7:33 PM, Iron Rider 1000...@gmail.com wrote: A 200k excursion on my new Homer Hilsen. http://eprider.blogspot.com/2013/03/hard-nox.html -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google