Re: [RBW] Dirty Diablo. This Sunday 1/7
There's still time to make it to Ventura!!! Cheers, David On Wed, Apr 3, 2013 at 10:56 PM, Manuel Acosta manueljohnaco...@hotmail.com wrote: Since I couldn't convince the ladyfriend to head over to Ventura I won't be making it to the Ventura Ride Next best thing. Dirty Diablo! Meet at Walnut Creek Bart 10am. Route maybe similar to the this one. http://www.plattyjo.com/2013/03/weekend-shenanigans-an-accidental-century-dirty-diablo/ Or not. There will be dirt. Maybe a good amount of mud. Hard climbing, hard descent, mud? yes please. See ya there. -Manny -- 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-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- 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-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Moustache vs. Noodle bar reach overlay with pics
The reality is any technical reach similarities are completely overwhelmed by real-world experience. I've never met/heard-of a rider switching from drops to Moustache Bars who didn't need a shorter/taller stem to make the reach work. On Wednesday, April 3, 2013 10:28:22 PM UTC-7, gep7...@gmail.com wrote: There's also this. On Wednesday, April 3, 2013 4:56:02 PM UTC-7, Michael wrote: Just FYI for anyone who is interested which bar has a longer/shorter reach. As you can see, I laid the 'stache over the noodles, lining up the clamp area of the stache to where the clamp on the stem is and looks like moustaches have a shorter reach than noodles both at the hooks and bar ends by about almost 2cm. Keep in mind that the mouth of the hand (between thumb and first finger) will be behind the metal part of the stache bar hook and not on a hood, like on drops. But will it* feel* like a shorter reach in real use (that would be good!)? -- 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-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] 60cm Rambouillet on PDX CL
THAT is underpriced complete Ramby. If it fits you, buy it! Joe I love mine Bernard Vallejo, CA. On Tuesday, April 2, 2013 10:27:23 AM UTC-7, cyclot...@gmail.com wrote: THAT is a nice bike! Cheers, David On Tue, Apr 2, 2013 at 10:10 AM, Norman Bone bone...@yahoo.comjavascript: wrote: Not mine. http://portland.craigslist.org/mlt/bik/3714729944.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-owners-bun...@googlegroups.com javascript:. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owne...@googlegroups.comjavascript: . Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- 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-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: What's the Biggest Advantage of Stem-mounted Shifters?
You lot have got me thinking. Uh oh! Grin. I have moved my thumb shifters to the center of my Albatross and have a lot of delicious curve now available. Haven't tried it out on a real ride yet, so I don't know if the shifting reach will annoy me. Not exactly stem shifters, but stem area shifters. Any ideas for mounting the thumbies on the stem? With abandon, Patrick On Tuesday, April 2, 2013 9:49:35 PM UTC-6, James Warren wrote: They are the best shifter style for using one's left hand to shift the right shifter or vice versa if/when the need ever arises. I'm really liking my IRD stem shifter mounts. They go well with Shimano bar-end shifters. -- 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-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: What's the Biggest Advantage of Stem-mounted Shifters?
If anyone's inclined to try a top tube-mounted position, Problem Solvers has a clamp on shifter mount. Designed as 31.8mm clamp with shims for 28.6mm tubes, and mounts Shimano shifters. I don't see why it couldn't be attached to the top tube (assuming diameter is appropriate). http://problemsolversbike.com/products/downtube_shifter_mounts On Thursday, April 4, 2013 12:00:47 AM UTC-4, Jan Heine wrote: More like this http://www.bikequarterly.com/images/faure.jpg And if you are concerned about the shifters, you also should be concerned about the stem right in front of them... Jan Heine Editor Bicycle Quarterly www.bikequarterly.com Follow our blog at www.janheine.com On Wednesday, April 3, 2013 7:01:53 PM UTC-7, Steve Palincsar wrote: On Wed, 2013-04-03 at 18:57 -0700, Jan Heine wrote: I wonder why few bikes in recent years have put the shifters on the top tube. That was common in the 1930s, when most cyclotourists rode in a more upright position. Top tube-mounted shifters would be as accessible as stem-mounted ones, but you'd eliminate the cable housing (the shifters no longer have to turn with the fork) and thus get a lighter, more positive system. With modern top-pull derailleurs, the cable routing would be easy - cyclocross style along the top tube and down the seat tube (front derailleur) and seatstay (rear derailleur). Like this, you mean? Very popular back in the 70s, I believe. But at least in urban legend, it had a small emasulation problem... -- 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-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: Experimenting with crank length
That's Great Deacon Patrick !!! Barefoot riding . that's pretty cool . And Hugh, Yes it can take awhile to dial in your saddle height and fore/aft position, and of course some soreness my appear as your are changing and using slightly different proportions of muscles. But all of this is the fun of exploring a different way of riding !! It reminds me the only rules to cycling are those we set for ourselves :) I only wish I could change bars and stems as easily ! Hmmm. maybe I can by using those cable breaker things, whatever they are called ? Those devices that disconnect a cable in two ... what are those called, anyone ? -- 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-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: What's the Biggest Advantage of Stem-mounted Shifters?
Joe, your bike is beyond trick. On Wednesday, April 3, 2013 7:35:07 PM UTC-5, Joe Bernard wrote: I just returned from a shakedown ride with new stemmies on La Ramba. Mavic/Simplex retrofriction shifting a 7/8-speed-era front Dura-Ace double and rear Mavic on a 12-27 9-speed cassette. It's both the bee's knees *and * the cat's pajamas. Very nice. http://www.flickr.com/photos/18972972@N08/8617126193/ Joe Bernard Vallejo, 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 it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: What's the Biggest Advantage of Stem-mounted Shifters?
Steve, nice example. I had the '69 version of The Rail http://budgetbicyclectr.com/1967-sears-the-rail-muscle-bicycle.html Wish I still had it, but my dad sold it when I got my Wards 10 speed On Wednesday, April 3, 2013 9:01:53 PM UTC-5, Steve Palincsar wrote: On Wed, 2013-04-03 at 18:57 -0700, Jan Heine wrote: I wonder why few bikes in recent years have put the shifters on the top tube. That was common in the 1930s, when most cyclotourists rode in a more upright position. Top tube-mounted shifters would be as accessible as stem-mounted ones, but you'd eliminate the cable housing (the shifters no longer have to turn with the fork) and thus get a lighter, more positive system. With modern top-pull derailleurs, the cable routing would be easy - cyclocross style along the top tube and down the seat tube (front derailleur) and seatstay (rear derailleur). Like this, you mean? Very popular back in the 70s, I believe. But at least in urban legend, it had a small emasulation problem... -- 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-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: What's the Biggest Advantage of Stem-mounted Shifters?
Patrick, You have two options: - IRD Stem quill shifter mount sold by RBW: http://www.rivbike.com/product-p/sh15.htm, which is the most elegant solution IMO. Currently on my Betty: http://www.flickr.com/photos/orthie251/8550045363/in/set-72157625115263842 - Use the two thumbies you have, provided they are the albatross bar and stem are the same diameter (they should be), like I first did it on my Betty: http://www.flickr.com/photos/orthie251/8370178221/in/set-72157625115263842 René On Thu, Apr 4, 2013 at 5:49 AM, Deacon Patrick lamontg...@mac.com wrote: You lot have got me thinking. Uh oh! Grin. I have moved my thumb shifters to the center of my Albatross and have a lot of delicious curve now available. Haven't tried it out on a real ride yet, so I don't know if the shifting reach will annoy me. Not exactly stem shifters, but stem area shifters. Any ideas for mounting the thumbies on the stem? With abandon, Patrick On Tuesday, April 2, 2013 9:49:35 PM UTC-6, James Warren wrote: They are the best shifter style for using one's left hand to shift the right shifter or vice versa if/when the need ever arises. I'm really liking my IRD stem shifter mounts. They go well with Shimano bar-end shifters. -- 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-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- 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-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: What's the Biggest Advantage of Stem-mounted Shifters?
Sorry, posted two photos of the same IRD mount. Here's a photo of the thumbies: http://www.flickr.com/photos/orthie251/6533403569/in/set-72157625115263842 And a better one of an older Atlantis configuration when I first did it: Left shifter goes on the bottom, right shifter on the top since it's the most used: http://www.flickr.com/photos/orthie251/5810302107/in/set-72157625129486363 René On Thu, Apr 4, 2013 at 7:04 AM, René Sterental orthie...@gmail.com wrote: Patrick, You have two options: - IRD Stem quill shifter mount sold by RBW: http://www.rivbike.com/product-p/sh15.htm, which is the most elegant solution IMO. Currently on my Betty: http://www.flickr.com/photos/orthie251/8550045363/in/set-72157625115263842 - Use the two thumbies you have, provided they are the albatross bar and stem are the same diameter (they should be), like I first did it on my Betty: http://www.flickr.com/photos/orthie251/8370178221/in/set-72157625115263842 René On Thu, Apr 4, 2013 at 5:49 AM, Deacon Patrick lamontg...@mac.com wrote: You lot have got me thinking. Uh oh! Grin. I have moved my thumb shifters to the center of my Albatross and have a lot of delicious curve now available. Haven't tried it out on a real ride yet, so I don't know if the shifting reach will annoy me. Not exactly stem shifters, but stem area shifters. Any ideas for mounting the thumbies on the stem? With abandon, Patrick On Tuesday, April 2, 2013 9:49:35 PM UTC-6, James Warren wrote: They are the best shifter style for using one's left hand to shift the right shifter or vice versa if/when the need ever arises. I'm really liking my IRD stem shifter mounts. They go well with Shimano bar-end shifters. -- 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-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- 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-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: Experimenting with crank length
I found my own answer ... lol.. Ritchey Quick disconnects is what they are !!! For brake and derailer cables. -- 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-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] What's that response called, and which model has it?
I have a rom and an AHH. If you go from one bike to the other you can feel the difference. The rom does surge ahead at times. -sv On Thu, Apr 4, 2013 at 12:55 AM, Joe Bernard joerem...@gmail.com wrote: I've owned a Romulus and an AHH. They both felt about the same to me, with that nice springy feel. That said, my new-to-me Rambouillet feels lighter/springier, for what it's worth. I suspect it has slightly thinner tubing walls in the main triangle. -- 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-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- 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-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] What's that response called, and which model has it?
The Rams have heat treated downtubes and chainstays, giving a bit more stiffness and power transmission than un treated tubes. I don't know about AHH or Romulus. Not sure what their tube thicknesses were either. The geometries vary between AHH and the other two by enough to affect the feel. I think they all use good quality Japanese or other tubing and RBW custom lugs and drop outs. Roms were wonderful deals while they lasted and still are great looking bikes. Never made in my size though. Fortunately the blue Rams came in smaller frames too and I got one. On Thu, Apr 4, 2013 at 9:48 AM, Seth Vidal skvi...@gmail.com wrote: I have a rom and an AHH. If you go from one bike to the other you can feel the difference. The rom does surge ahead at times. -sv On Thu, Apr 4, 2013 at 12:55 AM, Joe Bernard joerem...@gmail.com wrote: I've owned a Romulus and an AHH. They both felt about the same to me, with that nice springy feel. That said, my new-to-me Rambouillet feels lighter/springier, for what it's worth. I suspect it has slightly thinner tubing walls in the main triangle. -- 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-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- 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-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- 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-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: What's the Biggest Advantage of Stem-mounted Shifters?
Ha! I just came back in from moving them to that exact spot, René. Thanks! Now, for the mechanically inept, how easy is it to shorten the cables (after riding with them too long to ensure I like the stem position)? Or am I best off taking it to a shop? With abandon, Patrick On Thursday, April 4, 2013 8:04:45 AM UTC-6, René wrote: Patrick, You have two options: - IRD Stem quill shifter mount sold by RBW: http://www.rivbike.com/product-p/sh15.htm, which is the most elegant solution IMO. Currently on my Betty: http://www.flickr.com/photos/orthie251/8550045363/in/set-72157625115263842 - Use the two thumbies you have, provided they are the albatross bar and stem are the same diameter (they should be), like I first did it on my Betty: http://www.flickr.com/photos/orthie251/8370178221/in/set-72157625115263842 René On Thu, Apr 4, 2013 at 5:49 AM, Deacon Patrick lamon...@mac.comjavascript: wrote: You lot have got me thinking. Uh oh! Grin. I have moved my thumb shifters to the center of my Albatross and have a lot of delicious curve now available. Haven't tried it out on a real ride yet, so I don't know if the shifting reach will annoy me. Not exactly stem shifters, but stem area shifters. Any ideas for mounting the thumbies on the stem? With abandon, Patrick On Tuesday, April 2, 2013 9:49:35 PM UTC-6, James Warren wrote: They are the best shifter style for using one's left hand to shift the right shifter or vice versa if/when the need ever arises. I'm really liking my IRD stem shifter mounts. They go well with Shimano bar-end shifters. -- 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-bun...@googlegroups.com javascript:. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owne...@googlegroups.comjavascript: . Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- 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-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Moustache vs. Noodle bar reach overlay with pics
Actual COMFORT for each person will also be determined by stem angle, length, and handlebar height. -- 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-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Homemade basket quick release video is up.
Here is the buckle: http://www.amazon.com/Amico-Handware-Spring-Loaded-Toggle/dp/B005SO32EE/ref=lp_511384_1_3?ie=UTF8qid=1365087927sr=1-3 I'll post again for the basket...stand by. On Wednesday, April 3, 2013 4:54:44 PM UTC-7, clayton wrote: http://www.flickr.com/photos/fireman483/8618150566/in/photostream -- 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-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: What's that response called, and which model has it?
Reid, What kind of tires do you ride on the Rom? Some say the type of tire can make a world of difference. -- 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-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: Experimenting with crank length
Working with Mark Stonich (Bikesmith) the other night on a Dimension/Andel 175 mm mountain double crank I bought for this project, I came away with some 153 mm cranks for the ladyfriend. We'll see how it goes. For a lot of cycling enthusiasts, conditioned to the notion that 5 mm of crank length is a huge difference, 153 sounds ridiculously short. But they don't actually look weird. On a small bike, they look right. Proportional. Of course, looks can be deceiving, but my sense is that 153 mm is far from an extreme solution to a bike fit issue. Incidentally, Mark S shortened some Sugino cranks for me a few years ago. In that case, the purpose was kid cranks for my tandem. I think they're 90 or 100 mm. So far, many miles have been happily pedaled on those cranks, by kids aged 3-7. -- 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-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Homemade basket quick release video is up.
Any basket that has the two plates would work. Such as this one: http://cyclesolutions-shop.co.uk/p38509/Basil-Boston-City-XLarge-Front-Mesh-Basket-and-Adjustable-26-inch---700c-Support-Bracket.aspxOn Wednesday, April 3, 2013 4:54:44 PM UTC-7, clayton wrote: http://www.flickr.com/photos/fireman483/8618150566/in/photostream -- 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-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Homemade basket quick release video is up.
This basket would work too. http://www.kunzhitrade.com/product/bicycle-net-basket-c52.html On Wednesday, April 3, 2013 4:54:44 PM UTC-7, clayton wrote: http://www.flickr.com/photos/fireman483/8618150566/in/photostream -- 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-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: What's the Biggest Advantage of Stem-mounted Shifters?
It's not hard, but if you've never done it before, you may want to use the bike shop. You'll need a cable/housing cutter and a couple of replacement cables just in case. Measure twice, cut once, and if you somehow can't get the bike to shift well (some minor derailers adjustments may be needed), then take it to the bike shop or learn how to adjust them. I'd say go for it if you have the cables and cable cutter. Plenty of information online if you need some instructional references. René On Thu, Apr 4, 2013 at 8:06 AM, Deacon Patrick lamontg...@mac.com wrote: Ha! I just came back in from moving them to that exact spot, René. Thanks! Now, for the mechanically inept, how easy is it to shorten the cables (after riding with them too long to ensure I like the stem position)? Or am I best off taking it to a shop? With abandon, Patrick On Thursday, April 4, 2013 8:04:45 AM UTC-6, René wrote: Patrick, You have two options: - IRD Stem quill shifter mount sold by RBW: http://www.rivbike.com/** product-p/sh15.htm http://www.rivbike.com/product-p/sh15.htm, which is the most elegant solution IMO. Currently on my Betty: http://www.flickr.com/photos/**orthie251/8550045363/in/set-** 72157625115263842http://www.flickr.com/photos/orthie251/8550045363/in/set-72157625115263842 - Use the two thumbies you have, provided they are the albatross bar and stem are the same diameter (they should be), like I first did it on my Betty: http://www.flickr.com/photos/**orthie251/8370178221/in/set-** 72157625115263842http://www.flickr.com/photos/orthie251/8370178221/in/set-72157625115263842 René On Thu, Apr 4, 2013 at 5:49 AM, Deacon Patrick lamon...@mac.com wrote: You lot have got me thinking. Uh oh! Grin. I have moved my thumb shifters to the center of my Albatross and have a lot of delicious curve now available. Haven't tried it out on a real ride yet, so I don't know if the shifting reach will annoy me. Not exactly stem shifters, but stem area shifters. Any ideas for mounting the thumbies on the stem? With abandon, Patrick On Tuesday, April 2, 2013 9:49:35 PM UTC-6, James Warren wrote: They are the best shifter style for using one's left hand to shift the right shifter or vice versa if/when the need ever arises. I'm really liking my IRD stem shifter mounts. They go well with Shimano bar-end shifters. -- 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-bun...@**googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owne...@googlegroups.**com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/** group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-**UShttp://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US . For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/**groups/opt_outhttps://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out . -- 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-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- 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-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: What's the Biggest Advantage of Stem-mounted Shifters?
Get a quality cutter and go for it, don't try to use your standard wire cutters, the park tool is worth the investment. On Apr 4, 2013 11:55 AM, René Sterental orthie...@gmail.com wrote: It's not hard, but if you've never done it before, you may want to use the bike shop. You'll need a cable/housing cutter and a couple of replacement cables just in case. Measure twice, cut once, and if you somehow can't get the bike to shift well (some minor derailers adjustments may be needed), then take it to the bike shop or learn how to adjust them. I'd say go for it if you have the cables and cable cutter. Plenty of information online if you need some instructional references. René On Thu, Apr 4, 2013 at 8:06 AM, Deacon Patrick lamontg...@mac.com wrote: Ha! I just came back in from moving them to that exact spot, René. Thanks! Now, for the mechanically inept, how easy is it to shorten the cables (after riding with them too long to ensure I like the stem position)? Or am I best off taking it to a shop? With abandon, Patrick On Thursday, April 4, 2013 8:04:45 AM UTC-6, René wrote: Patrick, You have two options: - IRD Stem quill shifter mount sold by RBW: http://www.rivbike.com/** product-p/sh15.htm http://www.rivbike.com/product-p/sh15.htm, which is the most elegant solution IMO. Currently on my Betty: http://www.flickr.com/photos/**orthie251/8550045363/in/set-** 72157625115263842http://www.flickr.com/photos/orthie251/8550045363/in/set-72157625115263842 - Use the two thumbies you have, provided they are the albatross bar and stem are the same diameter (they should be), like I first did it on my Betty: http://www.flickr.com/photos/**orthie251/8370178221/in/set-** 72157625115263842http://www.flickr.com/photos/orthie251/8370178221/in/set-72157625115263842 René On Thu, Apr 4, 2013 at 5:49 AM, Deacon Patrick lamon...@mac.com wrote: You lot have got me thinking. Uh oh! Grin. I have moved my thumb shifters to the center of my Albatross and have a lot of delicious curve now available. Haven't tried it out on a real ride yet, so I don't know if the shifting reach will annoy me. Not exactly stem shifters, but stem area shifters. Any ideas for mounting the thumbies on the stem? With abandon, Patrick On Tuesday, April 2, 2013 9:49:35 PM UTC-6, James Warren wrote: They are the best shifter style for using one's left hand to shift the right shifter or vice versa if/when the need ever arises. I'm really liking my IRD stem shifter mounts. They go well with Shimano bar-end shifters. -- 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-bun...@**googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owne...@googlegroups.**com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/** group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-**UShttp://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US . For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/**groups/opt_outhttps://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out . -- 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-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- 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-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- 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-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Homemade basket quick release video is up.
*This is the basket I used* : http://www.jbikes.net/square-metal-wire-beach-cruiser-bicycle-bike-basket-white-p-969.html?gclid=CJysl9OusbYCFeZxQgodgXIACw (I used black) Parts list: 1) Allen bolts and nylocks for the buckle and tongue. They need to have the flattest heads possible. I used low domed allens. The top of the bail buckle lands on the top allen head, and if it is too tall the buckle won't cam over to it's closed position. The buckle should have the nuts on the * inside* of the basket and the tongue should have the nuts on the bottom of the basket to prevent tearing up your items in the basket. 2) One spacer made from thick walled aluminum tubing to be used between the basket top mounting plate and lower hole on the bail buckle. Length will depend on your basket, buckle and rack. This is needed to ensure the buckle has an arc to stay locked over. 3) Two pieces of aluminum flat bar to sandwich the basket wires for the upper hole buckle. I filed shallow grooves on the inside of the plates to encapsulate the wires. 4) One piece of aluminum flat bar for the tongue. 5) Tinker mind and some skill at filing, drilling, fitting and measuring. 6) Patience. Have fun! On Wednesday, April 3, 2013 4:54:44 PM UTC-7, clayton wrote: http://www.flickr.com/photos/fireman483/8618150566/in/photostream -- 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-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: How I made a quick release basket that can be installed and removed in seconds, or even one handed.
I put a parts list on the home made quick release basket video is up post, along with the links for the basket and buckle I used as requested. Clayton. 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 basket and it's quick release. The opinions I got back were negative and got me thinking on how to adapt a basket that could be installed and removed easily but be very secure. I live without a car and use my Atlantis for groceries etc. I didn't want to haul around an empty basket all the time, or deal with zip ties constantly taking the basket off and zip tying it down the next time I needed it to go to the store. So my requirements were: Instant on/off, secure, elegant, lockable to the bike and not too heavy. All was achieved but the elegance. Not ugly, but I need to paint the silver bits...lol. I run panniers and a rear rack regularly. The basket is used as an additional overload for *planned* shopping trips. Check out the photos and descriptions. I tried to be clear as I could so you could make your own if you so desired. Progress through the photos from old to new. It should make sense after you get through the series of ten photos and the descriptions. -- 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-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: How I made a quick release basket that can be installed and removed in seconds, or even one handed.
*I posted a parts list and links to the basket and buckle I used on the homemade quick release basket video is up post, as requested.* 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 basket and it's quick release. The opinions I got back were negative and got me thinking on how to adapt a basket that could be installed and removed easily but be very secure. I live without a car and use my Atlantis for groceries etc. I didn't want to haul around an empty basket all the time, or deal with zip ties constantly taking the basket off and zip tying it down the next time I needed it to go to the store. So my requirements were: Instant on/off, secure, elegant, lockable to the bike and not too heavy. All was achieved but the elegance. Not ugly, but I need to paint the silver bits...lol. I run panniers and a rear rack regularly. The basket is used as an additional overload for *planned* shopping trips. Check out the photos and descriptions. I tried to be clear as I could so you could make your own if you so desired. Progress through the photos from old to new. It should make sense after you get through the series of ten photos and the descriptions. -- 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-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: How I made a quick release basket that can be installed and removed in seconds, or even one handed.
On Thursday, April 4, 2013 9:17:08 AM UTC-7, clayton wrote: 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 basket and it's quick release. The opinions I got back were negative and got me thinking on how to adapt a basket that could be installed and removed easily but be very secure. I live without a car and use my Atlantis for groceries etc. I didn't want to haul around an empty basket all the time, or deal with zip ties constantly taking the basket off and zip tying it down the next time I needed it to go to the store. So my requirements were: Instant on/off, secure, elegant, lockable to the bike and not too heavy. All was achieved but the elegance. Not ugly, but I need to paint the silver bits...lol. I run panniers and a rear rack regularly. The basket is used as an additional overload for *planned* shopping trips. Check out the photos and descriptions. I tried to be clear as I could so you could make your own if you so desired. Progress through the photos from old to new. It should make sense after you get through the series of ten photos and the descriptions. -- 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-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Mark Sisson posted his review of Paleofantasy
Just an FYI to those that might be interested in reading Mark's review, since we went back and forth on it a couple weeks back. There is probably (hopefully) not much call for re-debating Mark Sisson's ideas here. Anyway, here's the link to Mark's Daily Apple: http://www.marksdailyapple.com/is-it-all-just-a-paleofantasy/#axzz2PVqVvSz3 I'm going to go eat a handful of raw almonds... -- 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-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Homemade basket quick release video is up.
very clean - nice work On Wednesday, April 3, 2013 6:54:44 PM UTC-5, clayton wrote: http://www.flickr.com/photos/fireman483/8618150566/in/photostream -- 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-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] LF: PR of Jack Brown Greens
Hey Peeps, I narrowly missed out on a used pair of JB Greens today, so I thought I would throw out a WTB for a set of these tires. New preferred. Lightly used considered too. Thanks! Kieran Toronto, Canada -- 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-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Singe TT Sams on Riv Site
Arghh! No 60cm frames? :( On Wednesday, April 3, 2013 1:06:52 PM UTC-6, cyclot...@gmail.com wrote: Those are great! Touch too small, or I'd jump on it. Cheers, David On Wed, Apr 3, 2013 at 11:26 AM, Peter M uscpet...@gmail.comjavascript: wrote: Hate double TTs? Riv has the Sam for you! http://www.rivbike.com/product-p/wsf-hillborne-56stt.htm -- 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-bun...@googlegroups.com javascript:. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owne...@googlegroups.comjavascript: . Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- 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-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Moustache vs. Noodle bar reach overlay with pics
I think you're going to like the Mustache. I have them on my commuter and really enjoy them. Contrary to conventional advice, I use a pretty long stem and run them lower than my saddle. I move my hands all over those things and appreciate the variety of hand positions compared to the Albatross bars I have on another bike. Sean H Eugene OR On Wednesday, April 3, 2013 5:53:33 PM UTC-7, Michael wrote: This is a current stock Riv road NITTO 'stache as of March, 2013. I also have an old 'stache and it is pretty much the same. There are other brands of 'staches, and maybe they are longer reach. I think there was/is a NITTO mountain version of this bar, too. Maybe that has a different reach. I think it will be fun to try other styles of bars. I am used to drops, so I am looking forward to trying moustache and Albatross bars to see how they feel. -- 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-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: Moustache vs. Noodle bar reach overlay with pics
Also, if you run aero levers on the 'stache bars they provide another hand position that extends beyond the front of the curve. On Thu, Apr 4, 2013 at 1:48 AM, Hoffsta tonguetwis...@gmail.com wrote: I think you're going to like the Mustache. I have them on my commuter and really enjoy them. Contrary to conventional advice, I use a pretty long stem and run them lower than my saddle. I move my hands all over those things and appreciate the variety of hand positions compared to the Albatross bars I have on another bike. Sean H Eugene OR On Wednesday, April 3, 2013 5:53:33 PM UTC-7, Michael wrote: This is a current stock Riv road NITTO 'stache as of March, 2013. I also have an old 'stache and it is pretty much the same. There are other brands of 'staches, and maybe they are longer reach. I think there was/is a NITTO mountain version of this bar, too. Maybe that has a different reach. I think it will be fun to try other styles of bars. I am used to drops, so I am looking forward to trying moustache and Albatross bars to see how they feel. -- 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-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- 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-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: What's that response called, and which model has it?
After a reasonably low-mileage year in 2012, it's taken me about 2 1/2 months to get back to my bikes feeling springy this year... Specifically to your questions: The Rambouillet and the Romulus are as much the same bike as you are likely to find. (Minor variant of course being the Canti-Rom which may have used slightly beefier seatstay tubing for the canti-mount posts). So anything said about one can be inferred to the other. The Ram/Rom and Hilsen are different bikes, as you would expect from a wider triangle and different design ideas separated by a number of years and iterations of models. Hilsen with more clearance for tires and probably a bit beefier tubing overall. Different lugs and dimensions. I'd say if you are looking for a refinement of the Ram/Rom towards the snappy end of the spectrum, I'd go to the Roadeo. In my mind, Roadeo is to Ram/Rom as Ram/Rom is to Hilsen. The idea of Urge / Surge / Springy / Planey has a ton of inherent variables. Cadence. Pedaling Style. Gear Choice. Rider Condition. Topography. That's _before_ you get to the whole issue of component choice. When I test rode the Hilsen for the first time, it only had 28 mm tires on it. (At the time, they were still waiting for the first batch of Jack Browns). It was a different ride. I would use the term snappier. But, I sure wouldn't go to that tire size for my regular type of riding, which needs to deal with pavement, fire roads, rocks and singletrack (hopefully on the same ride). You also have the idea of platform-specific-strength. For example, with the gearing I run on the Quickbeam (fixed 77), I develop a certain cadence and way of pedaling for the roads in my region. When I switch over to the Hilsen with its coastable, multi-gear setup, it leaves me pretty torched for the first ride or two - pushing bigger gears at slower cadence and lower gears at high rate is a whole different set of muscle firing sequences. I do have to ask why you want to duplicate a bike you already have. I find that Rivendells in particular lend themselves to tweaking and refinements and reworking. If you get a little tired of a setup, they respond well to upgrades and changes. If you are looking for something that has more clearance for bigger tires - a development which is really pretty amazing - then as I say, Hilsen is a little stouter and Roadeo is a bit snappier. Hope that helps a bit. - Jim / cyclofiend.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 rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: What's that response called, and which model has it?
All my bikes go fast downhill. On Apr 4, 2013 1:34 PM, Cyclofiend Jim cyclofi...@earthlink.net wrote: After a reasonably low-mileage year in 2012, it's taken me about 2 1/2 months to get back to my bikes feeling springy this year... Specifically to your questions: The Rambouillet and the Romulus are as much the same bike as you are likely to find. (Minor variant of course being the Canti-Rom which may have used slightly beefier seatstay tubing for the canti-mount posts). So anything said about one can be inferred to the other. The Ram/Rom and Hilsen are different bikes, as you would expect from a wider triangle and different design ideas separated by a number of years and iterations of models. Hilsen with more clearance for tires and probably a bit beefier tubing overall. Different lugs and dimensions. I'd say if you are looking for a refinement of the Ram/Rom towards the snappy end of the spectrum, I'd go to the Roadeo. In my mind, Roadeo is to Ram/Rom as Ram/Rom is to Hilsen. The idea of Urge / Surge / Springy / Planey has a ton of inherent variables. Cadence. Pedaling Style. Gear Choice. Rider Condition. Topography. That's _before_ you get to the whole issue of component choice. When I test rode the Hilsen for the first time, it only had 28 mm tires on it. (At the time, they were still waiting for the first batch of Jack Browns). It was a different ride. I would use the term snappier. But, I sure wouldn't go to that tire size for my regular type of riding, which needs to deal with pavement, fire roads, rocks and singletrack (hopefully on the same ride). You also have the idea of platform-specific-strength. For example, with the gearing I run on the Quickbeam (fixed 77), I develop a certain cadence and way of pedaling for the roads in my region. When I switch over to the Hilsen with its coastable, multi-gear setup, it leaves me pretty torched for the first ride or two - pushing bigger gears at slower cadence and lower gears at high rate is a whole different set of muscle firing sequences. I do have to ask why you want to duplicate a bike you already have. I find that Rivendells in particular lend themselves to tweaking and refinements and reworking. If you get a little tired of a setup, they respond well to upgrades and changes. If you are looking for something that has more clearance for bigger tires - a development which is really pretty amazing - then as I say, Hilsen is a little stouter and Roadeo is a bit snappier. Hope that helps a bit. - Jim / cyclofiend.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 rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- 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-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
RE: [RBW] Mark Sisson posted his review of Paleofantasy
I hate Sisson's website, especially the pictures of him. We were in college together. He looks, uh, just a tad fitter than I do. On the other hand, there's the ready availability of beer in my life From: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com [mailto:rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of William Sent: Thursday, April 04, 2013 12:44 PM To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Subject: [RBW] Mark Sisson posted his review of Paleofantasy Just an FYI to those that might be interested in reading Mark's review, since we went back and forth on it a couple weeks back. There is probably (hopefully) not much call for re-debating Mark Sisson's ideas here. Anyway, here's the link to Mark's Daily Apple: http://www.marksdailyapple.com/is-it-all-just-a-paleofantasy/#axzz2PVqVvSz3 I'm going to go eat a handful of raw almonds... -- 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.commailto:rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.commailto:rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- To ensure compliance with Treasury Department regulations, we advise you that, unless otherwise expressly indicated, any federal tax advice contained in this message was not intended or written to be used, and cannot be used, for the purpose of (i) avoiding tax-related penalties under the Internal Revenue Code or applicable state or local tax law provisions or (ii) promoting, marketing or recommending to another party any tax-related matters addressed herein. This email (and any attachments thereto) is intended only for use by the addressee(s) named herein and may contain legally privileged and/or confidential information. If you are not the intended recipient of this email, you are hereby notified that any dissemination, distribution or copying of this email (and any attachments thereto) is strictly prohibited. If you receive this email in error please immediately notify me at (212) 735-3000 and permanently delete the original email (and any copy of any email) and any printout thereof. Further information about the firm, a list of the Partners and their professional qualifications will be provided upon request. == -- 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-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Mark Sisson posted his review of Paleofantasy
please... not another round of this. can't we just ride? ~mike -- 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-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: What's the Biggest Advantage of Stem-mounted Shifters?
Agreed. Good tools are worthwhile, but you can do it without the Park cutter. I just cut some (Jagwire) shifter housing with my regular sidecutters, and it was very hard. Not impossible. I've never used the real tool, but now I might get one. You shouldn't need replacement cables, since you're shortening things, but if you do cut one cable or housing short, steal the rear one and just replace that. After you cut the housing, poke an awl into the end to open up the plastic liner, and square up the end with a file or sanding block. If you're careful with the pliers, you can reuse the cable ends, too. Squish 'em open and slide them off. You get a square hole, but it works about 80% of the time. Philip www.biketinker.com On Thursday, April 4, 2013 8:58:03 AM UTC-7, Peter M wrote: Get a quality cutter and go for it, don't try to use your standard wire cutters, the park tool is worth the investment. On Apr 4, 2013 11:55 AM, René Sterental orth...@gmail.com javascript: wrote: It's not hard, but if you've never done it before, you may want to use the bike shop. You'll need a cable/housing cutter and a couple of replacement cables just in case. Measure twice, cut once, and if you somehow can't get the bike to shift well (some minor derailers adjustments may be needed), then take it to the bike shop or learn how to adjust them. I'd say go for it if you have the cables and cable cutter. Plenty of information online if you need some instructional references. René On Thu, Apr 4, 2013 at 8:06 AM, Deacon Patrick lamon...@mac.comjavascript: wrote: Ha! I just came back in from moving them to that exact spot, René. Thanks! Now, for the mechanically inept, how easy is it to shorten the cables (after riding with them too long to ensure I like the stem position)? Or am I best off taking it to a shop? With abandon, Patrick On Thursday, April 4, 2013 8:04:45 AM UTC-6, René wrote: Patrick, You have two options: - IRD Stem quill shifter mount sold by RBW: http://www.rivbike.com/** product-p/sh15.htm http://www.rivbike.com/product-p/sh15.htm, which is the most elegant solution IMO. Currently on my Betty: http://www.flickr.com/photos/**orthie251/8550045363/in/set-** 72157625115263842http://www.flickr.com/photos/orthie251/8550045363/in/set-72157625115263842 - Use the two thumbies you have, provided they are the albatross bar and stem are the same diameter (they should be), like I first did it on my Betty: http://www.flickr.com/photos/**orthie251/8370178221/in/set-** 72157625115263842http://www.flickr.com/photos/orthie251/8370178221/in/set-72157625115263842 René On Thu, Apr 4, 2013 at 5:49 AM, Deacon Patrick lamon...@mac.comwrote: You lot have got me thinking. Uh oh! Grin. I have moved my thumb shifters to the center of my Albatross and have a lot of delicious curve now available. Haven't tried it out on a real ride yet, so I don't know if the shifting reach will annoy me. Not exactly stem shifters, but stem area shifters. Any ideas for mounting the thumbies on the stem? With abandon, Patrick On Tuesday, April 2, 2013 9:49:35 PM UTC-6, James Warren wrote: They are the best shifter style for using one's left hand to shift the right shifter or vice versa if/when the need ever arises. I'm really liking my IRD stem shifter mounts. They go well with Shimano bar-end shifters. -- 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-bun...@**googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owne...@googlegroups.**com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/** group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-**UShttp://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US . For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/**groups/opt_outhttps://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out . -- 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-bun...@googlegroups.com javascript:. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owne...@googlegroups.comjavascript: . Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- 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-bun...@googlegroups.com javascript:. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owne...@googlegroups.comjavascript: . Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- You received this message because you are
[RBW] Re: Homemade basket quick release video is up.
As requested... On Wednesday, April 3, 2013 7:56:37 PM UTC-7, Boogarich wrote: Very clever. How about a parts list? -- 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-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: Mark Sisson posted his review of Paleofantasy
On Apr 4, 2013, at 1:09 PM, Mike Schiller mikeybi...@rocketmail.com wrote: please... not another round of this. can't we just ride? Ditto. -- 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-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: Experimenting with crank length
Yes ... 153 is not all that radical ! There are many triathletes that are using cranks as short as your kids !!! No Joke and they wouldn't be doing it if it didn't work for them !! You can get certain brands stock quite short, in a 110mm BCD. Origin8 goes to 140mm and a few go down to the 120's. Of course, when you go that short you must consider having a large enough frame to be able to keep the bars raised !!Triathletes don't have that issue of course . It's funny how long held beliefs about things can be changed in a heartbeat That's the beauty of LIFE !!! On Thursday, April 4, 2013 11:24:02 AM UTC-4, Jim Thill - Hiawatha Cyclery wrote: Working with Mark Stonich (Bikesmith) the other night on a Dimension/Andel 175 mm mountain double crank I bought for this project, I came away with some 153 mm cranks for the ladyfriend. We'll see how it goes. For a lot of cycling enthusiasts, conditioned to the notion that 5 mm of crank length is a huge difference, 153 sounds ridiculously short. But they don't actually look weird. On a small bike, they look right. Proportional. Of course, looks can be deceiving, but my sense is that 153 mm is far from an extreme solution to a bike fit issue. Incidentally, Mark S shortened some Sugino cranks for me a few years ago. In that case, the purpose was kid cranks for my tandem. I think they're 90 or 100 mm. So far, many miles have been happily pedaled on those cranks, by kids aged 3-7. -- 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-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: What's the Biggest Advantage of Stem-mounted Shifters?
Get the Park cable cutters. I've had my first pair for years, and it's been eminently useable many times over. Worth every penny. On Thursday, April 4, 2013 11:35:41 AM UTC-7, Philip Williamson wrote: Agreed. Good tools are worthwhile, but you can do it without the Park cutter. I just cut some (Jagwire) shifter housing with my regular sidecutters, and it was very hard. Not impossible. I've never used the real tool, but now I might get one. You shouldn't need replacement cables, since you're shortening things, but if you do cut one cable or housing short, steal the rear one and just replace that. After you cut the housing, poke an awl into the end to open up the plastic liner, and square up the end with a file or sanding block. If you're careful with the pliers, you can reuse the cable ends, too. Squish 'em open and slide them off. You get a square hole, but it works about 80% of the time. Philip www.biketinker.com On Thursday, April 4, 2013 8:58:03 AM UTC-7, Peter M wrote: Get a quality cutter and go for it, don't try to use your standard wire cutters, the park tool is worth the investment. On Apr 4, 2013 11:55 AM, René Sterental orth...@gmail.com wrote: It's not hard, but if you've never done it before, you may want to use the bike shop. You'll need a cable/housing cutter and a couple of replacement cables just in case. Measure twice, cut once, and if you somehow can't get the bike to shift well (some minor derailers adjustments may be needed), then take it to the bike shop or learn how to adjust them. I'd say go for it if you have the cables and cable cutter. Plenty of information online if you need some instructional references. René On Thu, Apr 4, 2013 at 8:06 AM, Deacon Patrick lamon...@mac.com wrote: Ha! I just came back in from moving them to that exact spot, René. Thanks! Now, for the mechanically inept, how easy is it to shorten the cables (after riding with them too long to ensure I like the stem position)? Or am I best off taking it to a shop? With abandon, Patrick On Thursday, April 4, 2013 8:04:45 AM UTC-6, René wrote: Patrick, You have two options: - IRD Stem quill shifter mount sold by RBW: http://www.rivbike.com/** product-p/sh15.htm http://www.rivbike.com/product-p/sh15.htm, which is the most elegant solution IMO. Currently on my Betty: http://www.flickr.com/photos/**orthie251/8550045363/in/set-** 72157625115263842http://www.flickr.com/photos/orthie251/8550045363/in/set-72157625115263842 - Use the two thumbies you have, provided they are the albatross bar and stem are the same diameter (they should be), like I first did it on my Betty: http://www.flickr.com/photos/**orthie251/8370178221/in/set-** 72157625115263842http://www.flickr.com/photos/orthie251/8370178221/in/set-72157625115263842 René On Thu, Apr 4, 2013 at 5:49 AM, Deacon Patrick lamon...@mac.comwrote: You lot have got me thinking. Uh oh! Grin. I have moved my thumb shifters to the center of my Albatross and have a lot of delicious curve now available. Haven't tried it out on a real ride yet, so I don't know if the shifting reach will annoy me. Not exactly stem shifters, but stem area shifters. Any ideas for mounting the thumbies on the stem? With abandon, Patrick On Tuesday, April 2, 2013 9:49:35 PM UTC-6, James Warren wrote: They are the best shifter style for using one's left hand to shift the right shifter or vice versa if/when the need ever arises. I'm really liking my IRD stem shifter mounts. They go well with Shimano bar-end shifters. -- 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-bun...@**googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owne...@googlegroups.**com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/** group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-**UShttp://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US . For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/**groups/opt_outhttps://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out . -- 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-bun...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owne...@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- 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-bun...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owne...@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at
[RBW] Re: Mark Sisson posted his review of Paleofantasy
Oh Wow! can't we all just agree that anyone can eat whatever he/she wants. What works for me may not work for YOU...If someone is in need of a diet change, they have the capacity to search that out and act accordinglyLast time we discussed this, it blew into a crazy discussion of who was right about what.and who was wrong for whatever reason's... it wasn't a meaningful discussion any longer.Life is just too shortas some might say, just ridePeterG On Thursday, April 4, 2013 9:43:33 AM UTC-7, William wrote: Just an FYI to those that might be interested in reading Mark's review, since we went back and forth on it a couple weeks back. There is probably (hopefully) not much call for re-debating Mark Sisson's ideas here. Anyway, here's the link to Mark's Daily Apple: http://www.marksdailyapple.com/is-it-all-just-a-paleofantasy/#axzz2PVqVvSz3 I'm going to go eat a handful of raw almonds... -- 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-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: What's the Biggest Advantage of Stem-mounted Shifters?
Thanks, Ron! It came to me as a mostly-complete bike from Jason Leach a couple weeks ago. I added the cockpit, which is flipped Nitto 3-speed bars of indeterminate nomenclature (bought years ago, then stashed), Nitto Tallux, early-'90s Ritchey-labeled Dia-Compe brake levers, Ergon grips, and the shifters. I also swapped in a Nitto S83 seatpost and Brooks saddle, and the Mavic rear derailer. The rest came with the bike, including the Shimano 34-48 compact double cranks, which I think are RSX with the sticker removed. It's a really nice bike..I'm thrilled with it. On Thursday, April 4, 2013 6:56:48 AM UTC-7, Ron Mc wrote: Joe, your bike is beyond trick. On Wednesday, April 3, 2013 7:35:07 PM UTC-5, Joe Bernard wrote: I just returned from a shakedown ride with new stemmies on La Ramba. Mavic/Simplex retrofriction shifting a 7/8-speed-era front Dura-Ace double and rear Mavic on a 12-27 9-speed cassette. It's both the bee's knees * and* the cat's pajamas. Very nice. http://www.flickr.com/photos/18972972@N08/8617126193/ Joe Bernard Vallejo, 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 it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Mark Sisson posted his review of Paleofantasy
Huh. The only ones extending the conversation are those wishing to stop the conversation. And now me. Grin. With abandon, Patrick On Thursday, April 4, 2013 10:43:33 AM UTC-6, William wrote: Just an FYI to those that might be interested in reading Mark's review, since we went back and forth on it a couple weeks back. There is probably (hopefully) not much call for re-debating Mark Sisson's ideas here. Anyway, here's the link to Mark's Daily Apple: http://www.marksdailyapple.com/is-it-all-just-a-paleofantasy/#axzz2PVqVvSz3 I'm going to go eat a handful of raw almonds... -- 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-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] South East Bay Overnight Trip 4/8-4/9?
On the Spring Break looking to do some overnight camping maybe near San Jose as I still need to coach during the day that Monday. Maybe Mission Peak. Kinda weird days. Just throwing this out here to hopefully get someone to tag along. Let me know. If you would be interested. -- 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-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: What's the Biggest Advantage of Stem-mounted Shifters?
Jan: Just speculating here, but I wonder if it was because so many early derailers were chain actuated, which made the cable angle less critical, allowing for more varied cable routing. Then the next generation of derailers required the cable to enter from the rear, which pretty much limited routing to along the chainstay. Nick Worthington On Wednesday, April 3, 2013 6:57:09 PM UTC-7, Jan Heine wrote: I wonder why few bikes in recent years have put the shifters on the top tube. That was common in the 1930s, when most cyclotourists rode in a more upright position. -- 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-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Bstone RB-3 on the bay...
April fools? On Wednesday, April 3, 2013 7:23:41 PM UTC-5, murphyjrfk wrote: Seems like a super deal. Too bad it's not my size or I would take 2! http://www.ebay.com/itm/1990-Bridgestone-RB-3-with-Dura-Ace-7800-group-/111045718829?pt=Road_Bikeshash=item19dad7332d I couldn't help but laugh and laugh and laugh. And think man...that'ts 3 Rivs! I'm all for capitalism, I really am. But 9k is absurd for almost any bike I can think of. -- 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-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Mark Sisson posted his review of Paleofantasy
On Thu, 2013-04-04 at 09:43 -0700, William wrote: Just an FYI to those that might be interested in reading Mark's review, since we went back and forth on it a couple weeks back. There is probably (hopefully) not much call for re-debating Mark Sisson's ideas here. None whatsoever, IMO. -- 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-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] What's the Biggest Advantage of Stem-mounted Shifters?
Has anybody tried using the problem solvers mounts as a spacer on an threadless steerer? Yup, you'll have to shim it but that's easy.is there any reason it won't work? Thanks meade Other recipients: If anyone's inclined to try a top tube-mounted position, Problem Solvers has a clamp on shifter mount. Designed as 31.8mm clamp with shims for 28.6mm tubes, and mounts Shimano shifters. I don't see why it couldn't be attached to the top tube (assuming diameter is appropriate). http://problemsolversbike.com/ http://problemsolversbike.com/products/downtube_shifter_mounts products/downtube_shifter_mounts Meade Anderson -- 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-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: What's the Biggest Advantage of Stem-mounted Shifters?
It certainly looks like it should work, since it appears to be planar. I like the idea! On Thursday, April 4, 2013 5:00:20 PM UTC-7, Meade Anderson wrote: *Has anybody tried using the problem solvers mounts as a spacer on an threadless steerer? Yup, you’ll have to shim it but that’s easy…is there any reason it won’t work?* * * *Thanks* * * *meade* * * *Other recipients: * If anyone's inclined to try a top tube-mounted position, Problem Solvers has a clamp on shifter mount. Designed as 31.8mm clamp with shims for 28.6mm tubes, and mounts Shimano shifters. I don't see why it couldn't be attached to the top tube (assuming diameter is appropriate). http://problemsolversbike.com/products/downtube_shifter_mounts Meade Anderson -- 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-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Good commute on the Hillborne
No photos, but had a good, extended commute on the Hillborne today. Ended up heading down to Hiawatha Cyclery after work to purchase a few items, two of which, Nitto bar end plugs and King bottle cages ended up on the Sam Hillborne. Then while riding home, ended up drafting list member Doug Magney who was on his Hunqapilar. We ended up riding together for a couple miles. Made me chuckle in that there were two Rivendells riding together and each bike had an extra tube. BTW, Doug is a fast rider, which you'd never guess looking at the Big Apples and Albatross bars on the bike. Was struggling just to keep up. 30 miles today and still no urge to make any radical changes to the setup. Have changed a couple items around and added a kickstand, but that's about it. This is pretty rare for me. Most bikes have one setup, then the second and maybe a third before I settle on something. Even my SimpleOne has a new stem and bar. (Which reminds me, need to get that bike out of the garage at least once in the near future.) Only worry so far with the Hillborne is am liking the flat bars enough that my drop bar bikes are getting totally ignored. Eric Platt St. Paul, MN -- 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-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: What's the Biggest Advantage of Stem-mounted Shifters?
I've wondered for a whole why no one has made a spacer with two shifter bosses on either side... -- 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-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] WTT: Nitto Lugged stem/cockpit
I know you are looking to trade, but I would be interested in buying the stem if you decide to sell. Thanks, Isaac -- 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-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] FS 64 cm Atlantis - custom blue
Hey everyone - I moved to the Boulder area a couple of years ago and there are so many great trails here compared to where I lived in the Bay Area for so long. I've taken my Atlantis out on them, but my wife has tired of my suggesting new ways to retrofit it to make better use of the trails and so talked me into a Surly Ogre works a little better on the trails around here. It's not an Atlantis, but I think it's the right tool for this job. Alas, though, I need to do the fiscally responsible move and sell off my Atlantis. I got it in 2006 when they were still Toyo made and had it painted a dark blue that I liked. I had to save money for it for a couple of years and took great pains to get the best parts I could afford/justify for it. Really, the only corner I can think that I cut was that I didn't get Phil Wood hubs but I stand behind all of my other choices in putting it together. Anyway, it's a sad day, but a necessary one. If you know anyone looking for a 64 please pass along the information. If anyone has any questions feel free to ask. Thanks for your time. Drew Here's a link to my local CL listing: http://boulder.craigslist.org/bik/3723729971.html (note to moderator: I attempted to use the tag, but got an error indicating that the tag was not for use in this forum) -- 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-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Homemade basket quick release video is up.
Thank you Clayton. You have inspired me to try this set-up on my bike. All the best and happy riding. -- 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-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Lightest, fastest, comfortablest 622 tires in the 37 to 45 mm range?
Regarding fat tires: I'm going to put 35s on the new Ram (bro brought wheelset -- last item!) and I use fat ones on the Fargo and 1.35s on the commuter Riv fixie, but I've been climbing a steep, 1 mile hill on various bikes and I have to say that the 17.5 lb 75 gofast, with sub 200 gram 22 mm 650C (see) skinnies, climbs that hill and all others better than any other bike I own or have owned, and this consistently over 10 years or more. I won't be giving up the lightweight, skinny wheelset. Fatter tires on all other bikes, but not on this one: well, I will probably replace the 23s -- Michelin Pro Race 3s -- with 25s, but not any fatter or heavier, until someone can tell me what makes this bike climb so well. -- 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-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Lightest, fastest, comfortablest 622 tires in the 37 to 45 mm range?
Patrick, These aren't skinny but as someone who road 23c tires for years (Michelin pro 3 and others) the Hetre's are amazingly fast. Just saying best of both worlds fat fast! Hugh Sunland, CA On Thursday, April 4, 2013 7:27:59 PM UTC-7, Patrick Moore wrote: Regarding fat tires: I'm going to put 35s on the new Ram (bro brought wheelset -- last item!) and I use fat ones on the Fargo and 1.35s on the commuter Riv fixie, but I've been climbing a steep, 1 mile hill on various bikes and I have to say that the 17.5 lb 75 gofast, with sub 200 gram 22 mm 650C (see) skinnies, climbs that hill and all others better than any other bike I own or have owned, and this consistently over 10 years or more. I won't be giving up the lightweight, skinny wheelset. Fatter tires on all other bikes, but not on this one: well, I will probably replace the 23s -- Michelin Pro Race 3s -- with 25s, but not any fatter or heavier, until someone can tell me what makes this bike climb so well. -- 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-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: Lightest, fastest, comfortablest 622 tires in the 37 to 45 mm range?
I'd try them if they came in a 559 size that fit my frames (I bet a true 37 would fit). I have pretty decent 559X32 mm (32 actual, 34/1.35 labeled) Kojaks on one of the Rivs and even so, not like the gofast. Seriously, if a fat, cush tire would climb as fast as the skinnies, I'd switch. On Thu, Apr 4, 2013 at 9:38 PM, hsmitham hughsmit...@gmail.com wrote: Patrick, These aren't skinny but as someone who road 23c tires for years (Michelin pro 3 and others) the Hetre's are amazingly fast. Just saying best of both worlds fat fast! Hugh Sunland, CA On Thursday, April 4, 2013 7:27:59 PM UTC-7, Patrick Moore wrote: Regarding fat tires: I'm going to put 35s on the new Ram (bro brought wheelset -- last item!) and I use fat ones on the Fargo and 1.35s on the commuter Riv fixie, but I've been climbing a steep, 1 mile hill on various bikes and I have to say that the 17.5 lb 75 gofast, with sub 200 gram 22 mm 650C (see) skinnies, climbs that hill and all others better than any other bike I own or have owned, and this consistently over 10 years or more. I won't be giving up the lightweight, skinny wheelset. Fatter tires on all other bikes, but not on this one: well, I will probably replace the 23s -- Michelin Pro Race 3s -- with 25s, but not any fatter or heavier, until someone can tell me what makes this bike climb so well. -- 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-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- __ BUSINESS BUILDING COME-ON!! $300 off a $600 resume + letter or Linked In profile package with referral that leads to full price sale! Refer two full-pay clients and you get the package for free! I am not cheap, but I am very good. So they say. http://resumespecialties.com/testimonials.html Patrick Moore, Ph.D, MBA, ACRW, Albuquerque, NM, USA http://resumespecialties.com/index.html * patrickmo...@resumespecialties.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 rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: What's that response called, and which model has it?
Thanks everyone for the replies. All that info helps a lot as I dither about what to do next. Much appreciated! On Thursday, April 4, 2013 8:15:11 AM UTC-7, Michael wrote: What kind of tires do you ride on the Rom? Some say the type of tire can make a world of difference. I still use the 700C/28 Ruffy Tuffy's as came with the Rom when new. Hey Jim -- Why duplicate a bike I already have? The Rom in general is the perfect bike for my use. For me, it just rocks. However, the one I have has never really been the right size for me. I bought it at a local shop here in the SF Bay Area that was a Riv dealer. This was before I was familiar with the Riv sizing philosophy. The shop advertised that they always did a complete fitting for any bike they sold, but the most they would do for me was to look at me on the bike and say, Yeah, that looks good. Go for it. What did I know? It seemed OK on a relatively short ride. If Roms or Rambs were still available new, I'd be on one in a minute. So far, I haven't seen used examples of either locally that would be the right size (57 or 58). It's always something! Reid -- 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-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] FS 64 cm Atlantis - custom blue
Drew, I don't need this bike and I don't think it would fit me but I just need to say: HOLY CRAP IS THAT A GREAT COLOR! just gorgeous good luck with the sale. -sv On Thu, Apr 4, 2013 at 9:52 PM, drewjensen andrew.howard.jen...@gmail.comwrote: Hey everyone - I moved to the Boulder area a couple of years ago and there are so many great trails here compared to where I lived in the Bay Area for so long. I've taken my Atlantis out on them, but my wife has tired of my suggesting new ways to retrofit it to make better use of the trails and so talked me into a Surly Ogre works a little better on the trails around here. It's not an Atlantis, but I think it's the right tool for this job. Alas, though, I need to do the fiscally responsible move and sell off my Atlantis. I got it in 2006 when they were still Toyo made and had it painted a dark blue that I liked. I had to save money for it for a couple of years and took great pains to get the best parts I could afford/justify for it. Really, the only corner I can think that I cut was that I didn't get Phil Wood hubs but I stand behind all of my other choices in putting it together. Anyway, it's a sad day, but a necessary one. If you know anyone looking for a 64 please pass along the information. If anyone has any questions feel free to ask. Thanks for your time. Drew Here's a link to my local CL listing: http://boulder.craigslist.org/bik/3723729971.html (note to moderator: I attempted to use the tag, but got an error indicating that the tag was not for use in this forum) -- 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-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- 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-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] FS 64 cm Atlantis - custom blue
Thank you so much. As you can imagine, I agonized over the color decision
and made several trips to the HQ to try to get some help with it. I
almost went orange like my dad's old VW van from when I was a kid but I
think the blue turned out well.
On Thursday, April 4, 2013, Seth Vidal wrote:
Drew,
I don't need this bike and I don't think it would fit me but I just need
to say: HOLY CRAP IS THAT A GREAT COLOR!
just gorgeous
good luck with the sale.
-sv
On Thu, Apr 4, 2013 at 9:52 PM, drewjensen
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Hey everyone - I moved to the Boulder area a couple of years ago and
there are so many great trails here compared to where I lived in the Bay
Area for so long. I've taken my Atlantis out on them, but my wife has
tired of my suggesting new ways to retrofit it to make better use of the
trails and so talked me into a Surly Ogre works a little better on the
trails around here. It's not an Atlantis, but I think it's the right tool
for this job.
Alas, though, I need to do the fiscally responsible move and sell off my
Atlantis. I got it in 2006 when they were still Toyo made and had it
painted a dark blue that I liked. I had to save money for it for a couple
of years and took great pains to get the best parts I could afford/justify
for it. Really, the only corner I can think that I cut was that I didn't
get Phil Wood hubs but I stand behind all of my other choices in putting it
together.
Anyway, it's a sad day, but a necessary one. If you know anyone looking
for a 64 please pass along the information. If anyone has any questions
feel free to ask. Thanks for your time.
Drew
Here's a link to my local CL listing:
http://boulder.craigslist.org/bik/3723729971.html
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indicating that the tag was not for use in this forum)
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Re: [RBW] FS 64 cm Atlantis - custom blue
Yowzer that's a nice one. Don't know your situation Drew, but I'd say hold on that that very unique bike that was obviously built up with a lot of though and consideration (and $$$). Fatbikes are pretty awesome, I'd like a Mukluk like nobody's business, but your Atlantis is something special. Cheers, David On Thu, Apr 4, 2013 at 9:10 PM, Seth Vidal skvi...@gmail.com wrote: Drew, I don't need this bike and I don't think it would fit me but I just need to say: HOLY CRAP IS THAT A GREAT COLOR! just gorgeous good luck with the sale. -sv On Thu, Apr 4, 2013 at 9:52 PM, drewjensen andrew.howard.jen...@gmail.com wrote: Hey everyone - I moved to the Boulder area a couple of years ago and there are so many great trails here compared to where I lived in the Bay Area for so long. I've taken my Atlantis out on them, but my wife has tired of my suggesting new ways to retrofit it to make better use of the trails and so talked me into a Surly Ogre works a little better on the trails around here. It's not an Atlantis, but I think it's the right tool for this job. Alas, though, I need to do the fiscally responsible move and sell off my Atlantis. I got it in 2006 when they were still Toyo made and had it painted a dark blue that I liked. I had to save money for it for a couple of years and took great pains to get the best parts I could afford/justify for it. Really, the only corner I can think that I cut was that I didn't get Phil Wood hubs but I stand behind all of my other choices in putting it together. Anyway, it's a sad day, but a necessary one. If you know anyone looking for a 64 please pass along the information. If anyone has any questions feel free to ask. Thanks for your time. Drew Here's a link to my local CL listing: http://boulder.craigslist.org/bik/3723729971.html (note to moderator: I attempted to use the tag, but got an error indicating that the tag was not for use in this forum) -- 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-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- 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-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- 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-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: What's that response called, and which model has it?
Was this shop wasn't in Danville by chance? On Thursday, April 4, 2013 8:47:46 PM UTC-7, Reid wrote: Thanks everyone for the replies. All that info helps a lot as I dither about what to do next. Much appreciated! On Thursday, April 4, 2013 8:15:11 AM UTC-7, Michael wrote: What kind of tires do you ride on the Rom? Some say the type of tire can make a world of difference. I still use the 700C/28 Ruffy Tuffy's as came with the Rom when new. Hey Jim -- Why duplicate a bike I already have? The Rom in general is the perfect bike for my use. For me, it just rocks. However, the one I have has never really been the right size for me. I bought it at a local shop here in the SF Bay Area that was a Riv dealer. This was before I was familiar with the Riv sizing philosophy. The shop advertised that they always did a complete fitting for any bike they sold, but the most they would do for me was to look at me on the bike and say, Yeah, that looks good. Go for it. What did I know? It seemed OK on a relatively short ride. If Roms or Rambs were still available new, I'd be on one in a minute. So far, I haven't seen used examples of either locally that would be the right size (57 or 58). It's always something! Reid -- 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-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: What's that response called, and which model has it?
Was this shop in Danville by chance? On Thursday, April 4, 2013 8:47:46 PM UTC-7, Reid wrote: Thanks everyone for the replies. All that info helps a lot as I dither about what to do next. Much appreciated! On Thursday, April 4, 2013 8:15:11 AM UTC-7, Michael wrote: What kind of tires do you ride on the Rom? Some say the type of tire can make a world of difference. I still use the 700C/28 Ruffy Tuffy's as came with the Rom when new. Hey Jim -- Why duplicate a bike I already have? The Rom in general is the perfect bike for my use. For me, it just rocks. However, the one I have has never really been the right size for me. I bought it at a local shop here in the SF Bay Area that was a Riv dealer. This was before I was familiar with the Riv sizing philosophy. The shop advertised that they always did a complete fitting for any bike they sold, but the most they would do for me was to look at me on the bike and say, Yeah, that looks good. Go for it. What did I know? It seemed OK on a relatively short ride. If Roms or Rambs were still available new, I'd be on one in a minute. So far, I haven't seen used examples of either locally that would be the right size (57 or 58). It's always something! Reid -- 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-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] FS 64 cm Atlantis - custom blue
I would like to, but I have been home with our twin 3 year olds instead of
earning actual money since we moved to Colorado so I have to sell to pay
for the mountain bike. Really, I hardly have time to ride much anyway and
the little I do I have been enjoying more on the gravel trails which is
just more enjoyable on a different bike.
Thanks for the kind words.
On Thursday, April 4, 2013, cyclotourist wrote:
Yowzer that's a nice one.
Don't know your situation Drew, but I'd say hold on that that very unique
bike that was obviously built up with a lot of though and consideration
(and $$$). Fatbikes are pretty awesome, I'd like a Mukluk like nobody's
business, but your Atlantis is something special.
Cheers,
David
On Thu, Apr 4, 2013 at 9:10 PM, Seth Vidal
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wrote:
Drew,
I don't need this bike and I don't think it would fit me but I just need
to say: HOLY CRAP IS THAT A GREAT COLOR!
just gorgeous
good luck with the sale.
-sv
On Thu, Apr 4, 2013 at 9:52 PM, drewjensen
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'andrew.howard.jen...@gmail.com'); wrote:
Hey everyone - I moved to the Boulder area a couple of years ago and
there are so many great trails here compared to where I lived in the Bay
Area for so long. I've taken my Atlantis out on them, but my wife has
tired of my suggesting new ways to retrofit it to make better use of the
trails and so talked me into a Surly Ogre works a little better on the
trails around here. It's not an Atlantis, but I think it's the right tool
for this job.
Alas, though, I need to do the fiscally responsible move and sell off my
Atlantis. I got it in 2006 when they were still Toyo made and had it
painted a dark blue that I liked. I had to save money for it for a couple
of years and took great pains to get the best parts I could afford/justify
for it. Really, the only corner I can think that I cut was that I didn't
get Phil Wood hubs but I stand behind all of my other choices in putting it
together.
Anyway, it's a sad day, but a necessary one. If you know anyone looking
for a 64 please pass along the information. If anyone has any questions
feel free to ask. Thanks for your time.
Drew
Here's a link to my local CL listing:
http://boulder.craigslist.org/bik/3723729971.html
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Re: [RBW] South East Bay Overnight Trip 4/8-4/9?
Manny, Im tentatively in. So we're talking about riding some on Monday, camping out Monday night and riding some on Tuesday?-Mike On Thu, Apr 4, 2013 at 2:30 PM, Manuel Acosta manueljohnaco...@hotmail.comwrote: On the Spring Break looking to do some overnight camping maybe near San Jose as I still need to coach during the day that Monday. Maybe Mission Peak. Kinda weird days. Just throwing this out here to hopefully get someone to tag along. Let me know. If you would be interested. -- 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-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- 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-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] FS 64 cm Atlantis - custom blue
Understood. Life happens, right! Cheers, David On Thu, Apr 4, 2013 at 9:33 PM, Andrew Jensen andrew.howard.jen...@gmail.com wrote: I would like to, but I have been home with our twin 3 year olds instead of earning actual money since we moved to Colorado so I have to sell to pay for the mountain bike. Really, I hardly have time to ride much anyway and the little I do I have been enjoying more on the gravel trails which is just more enjoyable on a different bike. Thanks for the kind words. On Thursday, April 4, 2013, cyclotourist wrote: Yowzer that's a nice one. Don't know your situation Drew, but I'd say hold on that that very unique bike that was obviously built up with a lot of though and consideration (and $$$). Fatbikes are pretty awesome, I'd like a Mukluk like nobody's business, but your Atlantis is something special. Cheers, David On Thu, Apr 4, 2013 at 9:10 PM, Seth Vidal skvi...@gmail.com wrote: Drew, I don't need this bike and I don't think it would fit me but I just need to say: HOLY CRAP IS THAT A GREAT COLOR! just gorgeous good luck with the sale. -sv On Thu, Apr 4, 2013 at 9:52 PM, drewjensen andrew.howard.jen...@gmail.com wrote: Hey everyone - I moved to the Boulder area a couple of years ago and there are so many great trails here compared to where I lived in the Bay Area for so long. I've taken my Atlantis out on them, but my wife has tired of my suggesting new ways to retrofit it to make better use of the trails and so talked me into a Surly Ogre works a little better on the trails around here. It's not an Atlantis, but I think it's the right tool for this job. Alas, though, I need to do the fiscally responsible move and sell off my Atlantis. I got it in 2006 when they were still Toyo made and had it painted a dark blue that I liked. I had to save money for it for a couple of years and took great pains to get the best parts I could afford/justify for it. Really, the only corner I can think that I cut was that I didn't get Phil Wood hubs but I stand behind all of my other choices in putting it together. Anyway, it's a sad day, but a necessary one. If you know anyone looking for a 64 please pass along the information. If anyone has any questions feel free to ask. Thanks for your time. Drew Here's a link to my local CL listing: http://boulder.craigslist.org/bik/3723729971.html (note to moderator: I attempted to use the tag, but got an error indicating that the tag was not for use in this forum) -- 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-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- 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-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to a topic in the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this topic, visit https://groups.google.com/d/topic/rbw-owners-bunch/TVZegiUmuFE/unsubscribe?hl=en-US . To unsubscribe from this group and all its topics, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- 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-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- 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-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] CL Stumpjumper frame
In Healdsburg, CA. http://sfbay.craigslist.org/nby/bik/3715895812.html Not mine, or my cup of tea, but I know some of you folks might be interested. Philip www.biketinker.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 rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
