[RBW] Re: I'm not sure I get the connection between bikes and hatchets...
Joe, I'm not much for camping either. For anyone who doesn't understand why, I point them here. Jim Gaffigan - Camping, waking up, and bacon - YouTube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UahqgK60vuksns=em Perry -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Betty delivery......catch-22
I've been in this position a few times. It seems that long-awaited packages have a habit of showing up during the 3 seconds that I'm out or can't come to the door. I know that FedEx has a release form online. Don't know about ups. I have used the FedEx form to good effect. It's shipment specific, which means print out and fill in for that particular shipment. Enjoy the bike! ___ Perry -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: I'm not sure I get the connection between bikes and hatchets...
I still don't understand why. But that's OK. More acreage for me. Grin. With abandon, Patrick On Wednesday, July 3, 2013 2:57:01 AM UTC-6, bobish wrote: Joe, I'm not much for camping either. For anyone who doesn't understand why, I point them here. Jim Gaffigan - Camping, waking up, and bacon - YouTube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UahqgK60vuksns=em Perry -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: I'm not sure I get the connection between bikes and hatchets...
bicycles and hatches makes more sense than bottom bracket clunks and saddles. On Wednesday, July 3, 2013 7:42:46 AM UTC-5, Deacon Patrick wrote: I still don't understand why. But that's OK. More acreage for me. Grin. With abandon, Patrick On Wednesday, July 3, 2013 2:57:01 AM UTC-6, bobish wrote: Joe, I'm not much for camping either. For anyone who doesn't understand why, I point them here. Jim Gaffigan - Camping, waking up, and bacon - YouTube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UahqgK60vuksns=em Perry -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: bottom bracket creek, recommendation
I was really hoping to learn about resolution of the 1xCrank-R creek. I guess we have a sit bone priority. On Tuesday, July 2, 2013 4:20:35 PM UTC-5, Peter M wrote: I have to say again that I ride in NYC so its only on rides around 1am (when its actually pleasant to ride here) that I hear it. The rest of the time its pretty much drowned out by NYC noise. I would consider a wider plastic saddle for my grocery getter. On Tue, Jul 2, 2013 at 5:16 PM, Shaun Meehan meehan...@gmail.comjavascript: wrote: You can actually get quality and comfort outside of leather. Really! I like the comfort and looks of leather saddles but I just got tired of the freakin' squeaking. Over the course of several years, I switched out two Brookses (?) and a Selle Anatomica with three WTB Pure V's and I'm very happy with them. For me they're just as comfortable as a B17. They don't look as nice but I can happily live with the aesthetics as all squeaking has been completely eliminated. On Tue, Jul 2, 2013 at 4:06 PM, Peter Morgano uscpet...@gmail.comjavascript: wrote: I could just replace my bike with a couch and not have any bike related issues. Nah, I will go for quality and comfort over perceived ease of use. On Tue, Jul 2, 2013 at 4:54 PM, Shaun Meehan meehan...@gmail.comjavascript: wrote: I would like to once again offer up my sure-fire solution to simultaneously fix all creaking in a Brooks (or any leather) saddle once and for all AND permanently and completely eliminate all saddle maintenance. Simply remove the Brooks saddle and replace it with a high-quality plastic and vinyl one (yes they exist!). Works every time! Shaun Meehan On Tue, Jul 2, 2013 at 1:13 PM, shawn shawn@yahoo.comjavascript: wrote: Anybody have any recommendations on dealing with the creak in the sprung saddle? This is driving my wife crazy. I tried boeshield, no luck. On Monday, July 1, 2013 3:43:50 PM UTC-4, Peter M wrote: Get a sprung brooks saddle, it creaks all the time and covers up any other creaks you might be hearing. Problem solved. :) On Mon, Jul 1, 2013 at 3:42 PM, Phil Brown philc...@gmail.comwrote: What you think are BB creaks are many times seat post creaks. If it is from the BB teflon tape may cure it. Phil Brown On Monday, July 1, 2013 11:25:35 AM UTC-7, Mojo wrote: So you guys are probably better at this. But just in case: When your bottom bracket area starts creaking with each pedal stroke, before you tighten the chainring bolts, before you tighten the crankarm bolts, before you pull your crankarms and reinstall, before you pull the crankarms again and replace the bottom bracket cartridge... try tightening down the pedals. It might save you an hour or your precious time. -- 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-bunchhttp://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch . 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. 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. 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. 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
[RBW] Re: WTB: bar end shifters
I think I have a pair of the black Suntours that you can use on 7 spd if you use the front shifter on the rear, etc. Rivendell used to sell them back in the day. Let me know if interested and I will look. Cheers Jim On Tuesday, July 2, 2013 1:59:50 PM UTC-5, Andrew Letton wrote: Hi Folks, I'm helping my cousin convert his singlespeed Univega back to a triple crank + 7 speed drivetrain. I have most of the parts for him in my parts bins, but we're short on shifters and he's short on cash, so I thought I'd try for some used ones here. Does anyone have any bar end shifters they want to part with? Friction only is fine, or SIS with friction option is fine too. Old Suntours? Silvers? Shimano? Whatchagotfersale? thanks, Andrew Santa Cruz Mtns, 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] For the love of Albas
I've noted over the last couple of years, that my commute is unaffected by wheel size, tire width and bike weight (I've got a Hilsen and a LHT). My 10-11 mile commute time is roughly the same regardless of how fast/slow I think I'm riding. I had a pair of Albas sitting around and decided to install them on my AHH. Rode them to work for the first time this morning. With a bit of headwind.same time. Color me converted. -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: I'm not sure I get the connection between bikes and hatchets...
This guy carried a hatchet on our Alaska bike tour. It came in handy for camp fires. http://www.flickr.com/photos/tksleeper/7677967878/in/set-72157630824045902 Kelly -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Riding in Door County, Wisconsin...
I guess I misread the thread title as riding in door country and was reluctant to read of a fellow rider's painful encounter with a car door opening into their path. Glad to see that no such injurious calamity took place! - Andrew, Berkeley -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: I'm not sure I get the connection between bikes and hatchets...
I clicked through some of your photos - is that the road to Hope? What a killer summer ride. On Wednesday, July 3, 2013 9:45:42 AM UTC-5, Kelly wrote: This guy carried a hatchet on our Alaska bike tour. It came in handy for camp fires. http://www.flickr.com/photos/tksleeper/7677967878/in/set-72157630824045902 Kelly -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: bottom bracket creek, recommendation
I just had that problem. I tightened the BB and cranks = gone. -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Brooks Saddle tension lesson
I've seen people saying that this model stops sagging about when the tension screw is maxed out. Johan, Sweden -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: Newbaum's cloth bar tape
Two things: 1) In my experience it takes at least four coats of shellac for it to end up glossy. If you like the matte look, my advice is to just lay thin coats and stop at three. Anyone else want to confirm that number? 2) The trick to preventing the tape from twisting and adhering to itself is to remove the backing only a little at a time. It takes a little practice to get your technique down but then it's not too bad. -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] FS: NIB IRD 13-32 7s Freewheel
*Brand new* IRD Defiant 13-32 7s freewheel. 13-15-17-21-24-28-32. $40 shipped anywhere in the USA. PayPal (net of fees), money order or personal check accepted. Standard (English) 1.37 x 24 tpi threading. -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] FS: 60cm Bombadil
Hi, Group It has been a while since I last posted. It's been challenging for me to stay involved with this group because I had to change my account and add another gmail log in when our college went to a google account . . . I'm still sorting it all out almost two years later! Due to some life changes, I'm downsizing my possessions and refocusing my life on some other priorities. I've got several bikes that have to go. The first is my 60 cm Bombadil. I'm offering it up here first because I've had pleasant experiences buying and selling from RBW group members. If there isn't any immediate interest from the group, I'll submit a listing to eBay in the next week. I'd prefer to sell the bike to someone who lives in the western US in order to facilitate a delivery or pick-up as I'd rather not have to pack the bike for shipping. If it's necessary to ship, I'll need to add the cost of shipping to the purchase price. The particulars on the bike are below. Please PM with any questions or to arrange a purchase. PHOTOS at http://www.flickr.com/photos/45341162@N04/sets/72157634391981769/ Note that some of the Flickr photos show the bike in touring mode. Packs, racks, fenders, etc are NOT included in this sale. I just thought it might be useful for potential buyers to see the bike set up as a tourer. The Bombadil makes a great touring bike for a big guy. 60 cm Rivendell Bombadil – Black (Parallel Top Tubes and Kickstand Plate) * $1500.00* Original owner. Purchased new from RBW 12/2008. No major scratches. No dents. Paint wear consistent with a used bike. Some scratches on right chainstay due to chain derailment in past. I’ve used this bike on tours, as a mountain bike on trails and fire roads and for commuting. Overall, everything works and the bike is in great shape. Saddle - Black B-17 Seatpost – Nitto 83 Handlebars – Nitto RM-013 Dirt Drops 26.0/48cm Stem – Nitto Dirt Drop 26.0/80mm Headset – Chris King Cranks – TA Carmina Triple Square Taper 22/34/46 180mm (steel small ring) Bottom Bracket – Phil Wood 113mm Front Derailleur – Shimano XTR 28.6 Old style (excellent condition) Rear Derailleur – Shimano XT Cassette – Harris Cyclery Special 8 speed with 34t low Shifters – Shimano 8spd Bar End Brakes – Avid Single 7 Linear Pull Front and Rear Brake Levers – Tektro V brake drop bar levers Wheels – Salsa Delgado X 36h 700c Hubs – Shimano 36h XT Tires – Schwalbe Marathon XR (Plenty of Tread) N-Gear Chain Stop FYI - My PBH is about 94 cm and I ride with about a 82 cm seat height. Dave -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Albas as mood lifter for Maryland people?
Michael, Great to hear, I find the Albatrosses to be decidedly less intimidating and the more relaxed and fun posture must be noticed. Separate note- I will be moving to Baltimore next month, feel free to message me with any recommended Maryland rides, and keep me in the loop on any Riv-rides! -Chris On Sunday, June 30, 2013 6:04:37 PM UTC-7, Michael wrote: Since I have started riding with Albas, I have noticed that people are smiling and saying hello and waving to me as I go by. People hardly ever did when I rode drops and staches. It immediately started happening after switching to Albas. Maybe I have just been running into the right people lately. Notice any funny things like this happen to you with change of bikes/gear? -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: CR720 on LongLow
Ian, I had the same problem on my wife's Ebisu All-Rounder. The CR720s that she uses have Dura-Ace size pad holders. I filed the upper back corner of the holder where it hit the fork blade. I went down to where I could just see the pad. It hasn't been problem for 3000+ miles and now you can get the wheel off with a 32 mm tire. Bill Lucas Watsonville, CA On Sunday, June 30, 2013 2:12:20 PM UTC-7, IanA wrote: Looking for some feedback on setting up these brakes. I have a canti LongLow and have installed the CR720. I've just fitted the front ones, but the problem I have is that due to the length of the pads, the brakes aren't able to release past the fork legs, meaning that I have to deflate the tire in order to remove the wheel. Short of changing out the brake pads to shorter ones (this I won't do) do I just live with this or am I missing something obvious? Thanks for any advice. Ian A Edmonton AB 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] FS: SON 28/VO Grand Cru/VO Raid 700c 32h Wheelset
Handbuilt 126/100, 700c, 32h wheelset to last. - The SON 28 dynamo hub is the best dynamo hub money can buy; it looks cool as hell to boot. - The VO Grand Cru 126mm 7s freewheel hub features sealed bearings, high flanges and a great classic look. 1.37 x 24 tpi (English) threading. - VO Raids are a wide (22mm), double eyeleted box rim with a classic profile and polished finish. - Sapim Race (doubled butted, SS) and chromed brass nipples. - VO skewers, the original SON skewer, SunRace 13-28t 7s freewheel and a new pair of copper wire connectors for the SON. * $475 shipped*. PayPal (net of fees), money order or personal check accepted. More PICS HEREhttp://www.flickr.com/photos/51002114@N03/sets/72157634449360981/ . [image: 9197409602_12cbc974d4_z.jpg] [image: 9194618429_d39ee1346e_z.jpg] [image: 9194616331_1ffde4434c_z.jpg] [image: 9197406526_7a029d3014_z.jpg] -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Albas and Saddle Width
I'm wondering what type (width) of Brooks Saddle people use with Albatross Bars. I've been using a B-67 on my Sam Hillborne. RBW recommends the wider saddles for upright bars. Does anyone use the B-17 with Albas or Bosco bars? I'm not a big fan of the textured leather on the B-67. I would need to switch to a B-17 or B-72 to get non textured leather. The B-72 is a double rail saddle and would need a seat post sandwich or Nitto simple seat post. I also don't like the creaky springs. I don't really need a sprung saddle since I'm only around 145 lbs. Thanks for the feedback. -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Albas and Saddle Width
how about a plain old B68 without the springs? It's textured, but it's the correct width for sitting upright, and doesn't need breaking in. On Monday, July 1, 2013 4:19:32 PM UTC-5, Larry H wrote: I'm wondering what type (width) of Brooks Saddle people use with Albatross Bars. I've been using a B-67 on my Sam Hillborne. RBW recommends the wider saddles for upright bars. Does anyone use the B-17 with Albas or Bosco bars? I'm not a big fan of the textured leather on the B-67. I would need to switch to a B-17 or B-72 to get non textured leather. The B-72 is a double rail saddle and would need a seat post sandwich or Nitto simple seat post. I also don't like the creaky springs. I don't really need a sprung saddle since I'm only around 145 lbs. Thanks for the feedback. -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Riding in Door County, Wisconsin...
I've ridden in that area dozens of times. Just go to NorDor cycles and pick up on of their excellent cycling maps: http://nordoorsports.com/ They are in Fish Creek right on Hwy-42. Make up your own route north or south. Lots of good road riding. Eric Peterson Naperville, IL On Tuesday, July 2, 2013 2:10:05 PM UTC-5, René wrote: Hi all, I'm going on a family reunion/vacation to Fish Creek in Door County, WI. I'm bringing my Bike Friday which was built based on my Atlantis (and is steel) for Riv content. Are there any rides, places or adventures anyone can recommend? Won't likely be able to go on very long rides, but if anyone has any suggestions, I'd welcome them. Happy 4th!!! René -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: Newbaum's cloth bar tape
1) Yes, I ended up liking four coats the best, too. 2) I agree. I remove just enough backing to make the next loop. I found this kept the wrap tight on the bars, and also avoided having the tape stick to itself. On a side note, I've never been able to get good color using clear shellac on colored tape. I found it would alter the hue in unexpected ways. I moved on to trying teflon spray as a way to keep the cloth relatively clean. That only worked so-so. Now, I neither shellac nor spray. Just use the cloth tape until it's too grimy and then replace. Does anyone have any tricks regarding the clear shellac. I like gray bar cloth and would like to keep the color gray, but with a little protection from dirt and grease. Thanks, Lee On Tue, Jul 2, 2013 at 8:44 AM, jar351 jar...@gmail.com wrote: Two things: 1) In my experience it takes at least four coats of shellac for it to end up glossy. If you like the matte look, my advice is to just lay thin coats and stop at three. Anyone else want to confirm that number? 2) The trick to preventing the tape from twisting and adhering to itself is to remove the backing only a little at a time. It takes a little practice to get your technique down but then it's not too bad. -- 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. 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Albas and Saddle Width
I've been using a B17 with Albas and a Flyer (sprung B17) with Boscos, and it's been working really well for me. The big turn off for the wider saddles for me is that they make it harder to sit farther back on the saddle, which for me is important for upright riding comfort. Pictures: http://www.flickr.com/photos/85709120@N07/9067526045/ http://www.flickr.com/photos/85709120@N07/8714991825/ I should also say I'm not a small guy--6'3 and 220+ lbs. I'd try a B17 and see if it worked for you. On Monday, July 1, 2013 2:19:32 PM UTC-7, Larry H wrote: I'm wondering what type (width) of Brooks Saddle people use with Albatross Bars. I've been using a B-67 on my Sam Hillborne. RBW recommends the wider saddles for upright bars. Does anyone use the B-17 with Albas or Bosco bars? I'm not a big fan of the textured leather on the B-67. I would need to switch to a B-17 or B-72 to get non textured leather. The B-72 is a double rail saddle and would need a seat post sandwich or Nitto simple seat post. I also don't like the creaky springs. I don't really need a sprung saddle since I'm only around 145 lbs. Thanks for the feedback. -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: Albas as mood lifter for Maryland people?
I do get smiles when I ride with the Bosco bars. Mostly from older people, its nice to see people not hate you for riding a bike. They must not read the local papers, who are trying to convince everyone in NYC to hate us. On Mon, Jul 1, 2013 at 1:25 PM, Christopher Miller Rosales cmillerrosa...@gmail.com wrote: Michael, Great to hear, I find the Albatrosses to be decidedly less intimidating and the more relaxed and fun posture must be noticed. Separate note- I will be moving to Baltimore next month, feel free to message me with any recommended Maryland rides, and keep me in the loop on any Riv-rides! -Chris On Sunday, June 30, 2013 6:04:37 PM UTC-7, Michael wrote: Since I have started riding with Albas, I have noticed that people are smiling and saying hello and waving to me as I go by. People hardly ever did when I rode drops and staches. It immediately started happening after switching to Albas. Maybe I have just been running into the right people lately. Notice any funny things like this happen to you with change of bikes/gear? -- 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. 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: Albas and Saddle Width
I've also used a B17 with Albatross bars for a couple of years, with no issues. Lee, 5'7, 150 On Wed, Jul 3, 2013 at 9:01 AM, Jeremy Till jeremy.t...@gmail.com wrote: I've been using a B17 with Albas and a Flyer (sprung B17) with Boscos, and it's been working really well for me. The big turn off for the wider saddles for me is that they make it harder to sit farther back on the saddle, which for me is important for upright riding comfort. Pictures: http://www.flickr.com/photos/85709120@N07/9067526045/ http://www.flickr.com/photos/85709120@N07/8714991825/ I should also say I'm not a small guy--6'3 and 220+ lbs. I'd try a B17 and see if it worked for you. On Monday, July 1, 2013 2:19:32 PM UTC-7, Larry H wrote: I'm wondering what type (width) of Brooks Saddle people use with Albatross Bars. I've been using a B-67 on my Sam Hillborne. RBW recommends the wider saddles for upright bars. Does anyone use the B-17 with Albas or Bosco bars? I'm not a big fan of the textured leather on the B-67. I would need to switch to a B-17 or B-72 to get non textured leather. The B-72 is a double rail saddle and would need a seat post sandwich or Nitto simple seat post. I also don't like the creaky springs. I don't really need a sprung saddle since I'm only around 145 lbs. Thanks for the feedback. -- 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. 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: WTB: bar end shifters
Thanks to all the folks who offered shifters. We've got a set of Suntours on their way for the project. cheers, Andrew On Tuesday, July 2, 2013 1:59:50 PM UTC-5, Andrew Letton wrote: Hi Folks, I'm helping my cousin convert his singlespeed Univega back to a triple crank + 7 speed drivetrain. I have most of the parts for him in my parts bins, but we're short on shifters and he's short on cash, so I thought I'd try for some used ones here. Does anyone have any bar end shifters they want to part with? Friction only is fine, or SIS with friction option is fine too. Old Suntours? Silvers? Shimano? Whatchagotfersale? thanks, Andrew Santa Cruz Mtns, 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. 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: Albas and Saddle Width
I am very happy with a Selle Anatomica and Albas on my Sam. Bars are a bit lower than the saddle. I'm 5'11.5 pbh 86 Sam is a 56 with an 11mm stem. -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] FS: 60cm Bombadil
P.S. I ask on-list because your Flickr shots are really nice, mainly the coastal one. I'm wondering if that trail is near me anywhere. I want to get my bike out there. On Jul 3, 2013, at 9:40 AM, James Warren wrote: Hi Dave, Where are you located? -Jim On Jun 29, 2013, at 1:31 PM, Desert Mariner wrote: Hi, Group It has been a while since I last posted. It's been challenging for me to stay involved with this group because I had to change my account and add another gmail log in when our college went to a google account . . . I'm still sorting it all out almost two years later! Due to some life changes, I'm downsizing my possessions and refocusing my life on some other priorities. I've got several bikes that have to go. The first is my 60 cm Bombadil. I'm offering it up here first because I've had pleasant experiences buying and selling from RBW group members. If there isn't any immediate interest from the group, I'll submit a listing to eBay in the next week. I'd prefer to sell the bike to someone who lives in the western US in order to facilitate a delivery or pick-up as I'd rather not have to pack the bike for shipping. If it's necessary to ship, I'll need to add the cost of shipping to the purchase price. The particulars on the bike are below. Please PM with any questions or to arrange a purchase. PHOTOS at http://www.flickr.com/photos/45341162@N04/sets/72157634391981769/ Note that some of the Flickr photos show the bike in touring mode. Packs, racks, fenders, etc are NOT included in this sale. I just thought it might be useful for potential buyers to see the bike set up as a tourer. The Bombadil makes a great touring bike for a big guy. 60 cm Rivendell Bombadil – Black (Parallel Top Tubes and Kickstand Plate) $1500.00 Original owner. Purchased new from RBW 12/2008. No major scratches. No dents. Paint wear consistent with a used bike. Some scratches on right chainstay due to chain derailment in past. I’ve used this bike on tours, as a mountain bike on trails and fire roads and for commuting. Overall, everything works and the bike is in great shape. Saddle - Black B-17 Seatpost – Nitto 83 Handlebars – Nitto RM-013 Dirt Drops 26.0/48cm Stem – Nitto Dirt Drop 26.0/80mm Headset – Chris King Cranks – TA Carmina Triple Square Taper 22/34/46 180mm (steel small ring) Bottom Bracket – Phil Wood 113mm Front Derailleur – Shimano XTR 28.6 Old style (excellent condition) Rear Derailleur – Shimano XT Cassette – Harris Cyclery Special 8 speed with 34t low Shifters – Shimano 8spd Bar End Brakes – Avid Single 7 Linear Pull Front and Rear Brake Levers – Tektro V brake drop bar levers Wheels – Salsa Delgado X 36h 700c Hubs – Shimano 36h XT Tires – Schwalbe Marathon XR (Plenty of Tread) N-Gear Chain Stop FYI - My PBH is about 94 cm and I ride with about a 82 cm seat height. Dave -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. James Warren jimcwar...@earthlink.net - 700x55 -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. James Warren jimcwar...@earthlink.net - 700x55 -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] FS: 60cm Bombadil
Hi Dave, Where are you located? -Jim On Jun 29, 2013, at 1:31 PM, Desert Mariner wrote: Hi, Group It has been a while since I last posted. It's been challenging for me to stay involved with this group because I had to change my account and add another gmail log in when our college went to a google account . . . I'm still sorting it all out almost two years later! Due to some life changes, I'm downsizing my possessions and refocusing my life on some other priorities. I've got several bikes that have to go. The first is my 60 cm Bombadil. I'm offering it up here first because I've had pleasant experiences buying and selling from RBW group members. If there isn't any immediate interest from the group, I'll submit a listing to eBay in the next week. I'd prefer to sell the bike to someone who lives in the western US in order to facilitate a delivery or pick-up as I'd rather not have to pack the bike for shipping. If it's necessary to ship, I'll need to add the cost of shipping to the purchase price. The particulars on the bike are below. Please PM with any questions or to arrange a purchase. PHOTOS at http://www.flickr.com/photos/45341162@N04/sets/72157634391981769/ Note that some of the Flickr photos show the bike in touring mode. Packs, racks, fenders, etc are NOT included in this sale. I just thought it might be useful for potential buyers to see the bike set up as a tourer. The Bombadil makes a great touring bike for a big guy. 60 cm Rivendell Bombadil – Black (Parallel Top Tubes and Kickstand Plate) $1500.00 Original owner. Purchased new from RBW 12/2008. No major scratches. No dents. Paint wear consistent with a used bike. Some scratches on right chainstay due to chain derailment in past. I’ve used this bike on tours, as a mountain bike on trails and fire roads and for commuting. Overall, everything works and the bike is in great shape. Saddle - Black B-17 Seatpost – Nitto 83 Handlebars – Nitto RM-013 Dirt Drops 26.0/48cm Stem – Nitto Dirt Drop 26.0/80mm Headset – Chris King Cranks – TA Carmina Triple Square Taper 22/34/46 180mm (steel small ring) Bottom Bracket – Phil Wood 113mm Front Derailleur – Shimano XTR 28.6 Old style (excellent condition) Rear Derailleur – Shimano XT Cassette – Harris Cyclery Special 8 speed with 34t low Shifters – Shimano 8spd Bar End Brakes – Avid Single 7 Linear Pull Front and Rear Brake Levers – Tektro V brake drop bar levers Wheels – Salsa Delgado X 36h 700c Hubs – Shimano 36h XT Tires – Schwalbe Marathon XR (Plenty of Tread) N-Gear Chain Stop FYI - My PBH is about 94 cm and I ride with about a 82 cm seat height. Dave -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. James Warren jimcwar...@earthlink.net - 700x55 -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: Albas and Saddle Width
I use B17 with Albas on my Surly Cross Check (Bars above the saddle). I had to angle the nose up a little when I changed over from Moustache bars. Otherwise, the B17 has been great. (5'7 on a good day, 155#) On Wednesday, July 3, 2013 12:09:48 PM UTC-4, Lee Chae wrote: I've also used a B17 with Albatross bars for a couple of years, with no issues. Lee, 5'7, 150 On Wed, Jul 3, 2013 at 9:01 AM, Jeremy Till jerem...@gmail.comjavascript: wrote: I've been using a B17 with Albas and a Flyer (sprung B17) with Boscos, and it's been working really well for me. The big turn off for the wider saddles for me is that they make it harder to sit farther back on the saddle, which for me is important for upright riding comfort. Pictures: http://www.flickr.com/photos/85709120@N07/9067526045/ http://www.flickr.com/photos/85709120@N07/8714991825/ I should also say I'm not a small guy--6'3 and 220+ lbs. I'd try a B17 and see if it worked for you. On Monday, July 1, 2013 2:19:32 PM UTC-7, Larry H wrote: I'm wondering what type (width) of Brooks Saddle people use with Albatross Bars. I've been using a B-67 on my Sam Hillborne. RBW recommends the wider saddles for upright bars. Does anyone use the B-17 with Albas or Bosco bars? I'm not a big fan of the textured leather on the B-67. I would need to switch to a B-17 or B-72 to get non textured leather. The B-72 is a double rail saddle and would need a seat post sandwich or Nitto simple seat post. I also don't like the creaky springs. I don't really need a sprung saddle since I'm only around 145 lbs. Thanks for the feedback. -- 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. 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: I'm not sure I get the connection between bikes and hatchets...
You do realize the Geneva Convention prohibits use of chemical weapons (on people)?? On Tuesday, July 2, 2013 5:31:36 PM UTC-4, Peter M wrote: When I was growing up we used a can of Raid wasp and hornet killer for that. Works on bears too, if you are in a bind, trust me. On Tue, Jul 2, 2013 at 5:26 PM, Montclair BobbyB montcla...@gmail.comjavascript: wrote: It makes one feel kinda like a modern-day Daniel Boone...It's just nice having an axe in your saddlebag... It also may offer leverage in preventing a potential road-rage incident from escalating... hey, I'm just saying... BB On Monday, July 1, 2013 5:56:23 PM UTC-4, Rex Kerr wrote: http://www.rivbike.com/**product-p/axe425.htmhttp://www.rivbike.com/product-p/axe425.htm http://store.velo-orange.com/**index.php/camping-axe-by-**bahco.htmlhttp://store.velo-orange.com/index.php/camping-axe-by-bahco.html I tend to tour heavy, but not THAT heavy! -- 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. 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Betty delivery......catch-22
Second rule of RBW shipment: Get to know your Fedex and UPS dudes... get their cell number... FIND THEM AT ANY TIME!!! On Monday, July 1, 2013 10:53:17 PM UTC-4, Michael wrote: First rule of an RBW shipment: Tracking, tracking, tracking... -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: Newbaum's cloth bar tape
Steve, Now keep in mind that i only tape 1-2 times a year, and the order i've taped in the last few years (from longest ago to most recent) is tressotar, newbaums, tressotar, vo, newbaums, viva so my comments should be considered with the fact that the more recent ones are the one's i like best. but i found the viva easiest to keep straight and the vo the hardest. that could be a function of getting better over time. if i were to do a more detailed accounting i'd add these attributes, mostly subjective/eye-of-the-beholder: viva: pros: feels soft, bright colors, thinner/easier to lay down cons: short length per roll (when compared to newbaums) makes covering wide bars tough, thin (less cushion), expensive newbaums: affordable, long per roll makes even widest bars easy to cover, way too many colors cons: not as soft as viva, weave is not as tight tressostar: pretty close to newbaums, not as long per roll cons: traditional color choices, thinner then newbaums but not as tight weaved as viva vo: long per roll, wider then others, thicker cons: thicker, has a strange feel overall my order would be same taking into account all factors. my biggest gripe with the viva is that it is expensive (relative to others) and a little too short (though the same length as tressostar). The viva's usually come with bar-end plugs, but not an advantage if you don't need them. but i'm willing to overlook these as the viva feel the nicest to the hand. On Tuesday, July 2, 2013 3:41:13 PM UTC-4, Steve Palincsar wrote: On Tue, 2013-07-02 at 11:40 -0700, Minh wrote: i believe one's like-dislike of cotton bar tape has to do with one's most recent experience wrestling with each brand! i've tried all the major ones, viva, newbaums, tressotar, velo-orange, and that's the order i would rate them personally. the viva is expensive, but it actually has a slightly softer feel to the hand (really hard to explain). i think newbaums is the best value as the rolls are really long, and they hold up well. i didn't like the vo one as it's really wide and thicker--which may be an advantage depending on your preference. How would you rank them in order of wrestling difficulty? I personally found Newbaums to be exceptionally hard to wrap compared to Tressostar. I haven't tried the others. -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: I'm not sure I get the connection between bikes and hatchets...
Mace is illegal, wasp spray is not. When I used to ride in rural upstate NY there were sometimes dangerous situations with drivers. I never had to use it on a person but have brandished the big black can that changed some drunk drivers mind about kicking my ass. On Wed, Jul 3, 2013 at 1:48 PM, Montclair BobbyB montclairbob...@gmail.comwrote: You do realize the Geneva Convention prohibits use of chemical weapons (on people)?? On Tuesday, July 2, 2013 5:31:36 PM UTC-4, Peter M wrote: When I was growing up we used a can of Raid wasp and hornet killer for that. Works on bears too, if you are in a bind, trust me. On Tue, Jul 2, 2013 at 5:26 PM, Montclair BobbyB montcla...@gmail.comwrote: It makes one feel kinda like a modern-day Daniel Boone...It's just nice having an axe in your saddlebag... It also may offer leverage in preventing a potential road-rage incident from escalating... hey, I'm just saying... BB On Monday, July 1, 2013 5:56:23 PM UTC-4, Rex Kerr wrote: http://www.rivbike.com/**product**-p/axe425.htmhttp://www.rivbike.com/product-p/axe425.htm http://store.velo-orange.com/**i**ndex.php/camping-axe-by-**bahco.** html http://store.velo-orange.com/index.php/camping-axe-by-bahco.html I tend to tour heavy, but not THAT heavy! -- 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-bunchhttp://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch . 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. 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Albas as mood lifter for Maryland people?
well the albas do put you in a slightly more upright position, so looking people in the eye is a little easier. and they just look less 'aggressive' On Sunday, June 30, 2013 9:04:37 PM UTC-4, Michael wrote: Since I have started riding with Albas, I have noticed that people are smiling and saying hello and waving to me as I go by. People hardly ever did when I rode drops and staches. It immediately started happening after switching to Albas. Maybe I have just been running into the right people lately. Notice any funny things like this happen to you with change of bikes/gear? -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: Albas and Saddle Width
i use a berthoud and previously a b17 on my quickbeam on another bike i use a b17-flyer both are fine. the alba's do provide a more upright position, but if you're putting them on a previously drop-bar bike, it would not be that drastic a change. On Wednesday, July 3, 2013 1:45:03 PM UTC-4, Shoji Takahashi wrote: I use B17 with Albas on my Surly Cross Check (Bars above the saddle). I had to angle the nose up a little when I changed over from Moustache bars. Otherwise, the B17 has been great. (5'7 on a good day, 155#) On Wednesday, July 3, 2013 12:09:48 PM UTC-4, Lee Chae wrote: I've also used a B17 with Albatross bars for a couple of years, with no issues. Lee, 5'7, 150 On Wed, Jul 3, 2013 at 9:01 AM, Jeremy Till jerem...@gmail.com wrote: I've been using a B17 with Albas and a Flyer (sprung B17) with Boscos, and it's been working really well for me. The big turn off for the wider saddles for me is that they make it harder to sit farther back on the saddle, which for me is important for upright riding comfort. Pictures: http://www.flickr.com/photos/85709120@N07/9067526045/ http://www.flickr.com/photos/85709120@N07/8714991825/ I should also say I'm not a small guy--6'3 and 220+ lbs. I'd try a B17 and see if it worked for you. On Monday, July 1, 2013 2:19:32 PM UTC-7, Larry H wrote: I'm wondering what type (width) of Brooks Saddle people use with Albatross Bars. I've been using a B-67 on my Sam Hillborne. RBW recommends the wider saddles for upright bars. Does anyone use the B-17 with Albas or Bosco bars? I'm not a big fan of the textured leather on the B-67. I would need to switch to a B-17 or B-72 to get non textured leather. The B-72 is a double rail saddle and would need a seat post sandwich or Nitto simple seat post. I also don't like the creaky springs. I don't really need a sprung saddle since I'm only around 145 lbs. Thanks for the feedback. -- 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. 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Albas and Saddle Width
I ride a B-17 Narrow with drop bars and a B-17 regular with Albas. Provides just the right adjustment in width for the different postures in my case. -Pete in CT On Monday, July 1, 2013 5:19:32 PM UTC-4, Larry H wrote: I'm wondering what type (width) of Brooks Saddle people use with Albatross Bars. I've been using a B-67 on my Sam Hillborne. RBW recommends the wider saddles for upright bars. Does anyone use the B-17 with Albas or Bosco bars? I'm not a big fan of the textured leather on the B-67. I would need to switch to a B-17 or B-72 to get non textured leather. The B-72 is a double rail saddle and would need a seat post sandwich or Nitto simple seat post. I also don't like the creaky springs. I don't really need a sprung saddle since I'm only around 145 lbs. Thanks for the feedback. -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Albas as mood lifter for Maryland people?
Further confirmation of the Mary Poppins Effect. You're happier, other people are happier. On Sunday, June 30, 2013 9:04:37 PM UTC-4, Michael wrote: Since I have started riding with Albas, I have noticed that people are smiling and saying hello and waving to me as I go by. People hardly ever did when I rode drops and staches. It immediately started happening after switching to Albas. Maybe I have just been running into the right people lately. Notice any funny things like this happen to you with change of bikes/gear? -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: I'm not sure I get the connection between bikes and hatchets...
*(note to self... Do NOT piss off Peter M) * On Wednesday, July 3, 2013 2:00:00 PM UTC-4, Peter M wrote: Mace is illegal, wasp spray is not. When I used to ride in rural upstate NY there were sometimes dangerous situations with drivers. I never had to use it on a person but have brandished the big black can that changed some drunk drivers mind about kicking my ass. On Wed, Jul 3, 2013 at 1:48 PM, Montclair BobbyB montcla...@gmail.comjavascript: wrote: You do realize the Geneva Convention prohibits use of chemical weapons (on people)?? On Tuesday, July 2, 2013 5:31:36 PM UTC-4, Peter M wrote: When I was growing up we used a can of Raid wasp and hornet killer for that. Works on bears too, if you are in a bind, trust me. On Tue, Jul 2, 2013 at 5:26 PM, Montclair BobbyB montcla...@gmail.comwrote: It makes one feel kinda like a modern-day Daniel Boone...It's just nice having an axe in your saddlebag... It also may offer leverage in preventing a potential road-rage incident from escalating... hey, I'm just saying... BB On Monday, July 1, 2013 5:56:23 PM UTC-4, Rex Kerr wrote: http://www.rivbike.com/**product**-p/axe425.htmhttp://www.rivbike.com/product-p/axe425.htm http://store.velo-orange.com/**i**ndex.php/camping-axe-by-**bahco.** htmlhttp://store.velo-orange.com/index.php/camping-axe-by-bahco.html I tend to tour heavy, but not THAT heavy! -- 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-bunchhttp://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch . 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. 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Albas and Saddle Width
I heart the b68 and lately, I'm trying and liking the nose tilted up more than usual. Centers the sit bones on the wide part of the saddle and when you're upright, the nose does not seem to bother the sensitive parts. Lots of photos here: My hobo bike project: http://myhobobike.tumblr.com/ ___ Perry -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] WTB/WTT: front disk hub, 32 hole, preferably black but silver accepted.
I want to remove the dynohub from the Fargo's fat wheelset for use on the Ram; said disk hub will replace the dynohub. Can pay (reluctantly, with much sulking) OR: have very kindly donated 7400 series Dura Ace wheelset, 32 hole, 126 OL freewheel rear, to trade, or (if a first claimant does not want it (a Sanyo -- pretty sure: will check) bb dynamo, very nice condition). Or can reluctantly part with cash. (The DA hubset was donated for or -- long story -- in connection with, the Ram build, so, as the swap is for the Ram, I think it ethicalistically acceptable to do this. O'wise I'd keep it or give it away, with focus on former. It's nice.) ALSO: M324s, those SPD click-in platform thingies, hole buncha old fashioned cleats including NIP metal ones with nails (how cool is that?) as well, come to think of it, as a pair of new, but last model, slotted cleats designed for Look bolt pattern, these from Yellow Jersey; and other thingies. Oh, did I say it? I can pay, too. Just kidding about the sulking. -- http://resumespecialties.com/index.html patrickmo...@resumespecialties.com http://www.linkedin.com/in/patrickmooreresumespec/ Albuquerque, NM -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Albas and Saddle Width
The B72 has springs but they are, so to speak, vestigial and (in my two-time-use experience) they don't squeak. SqueAk. Nor does the spring sproing very much. But it is nice and wide. http://martysreliable.com/merchant/179/images/site/n500242851_1184110_6358.jpg On the other hand, what are the chances of this one not skweeking? http://www.modernbike.com/itemgroup.asp?igpk=2126176114TID=367gclid=CN6Jm6aKlLgCFZFFMgodHXQAhg Put that on your Cervelo! Weight crowding up to 4 lb. On Mon, Jul 1, 2013 at 3:19 PM, Larry H shcityengin...@gmail.com wrote: I'm wondering what type (width) of Brooks Saddle people use with Albatross Bars. I've been using a B-67 on my Sam Hillborne. RBW recommends the wider saddles for upright bars. Does anyone use the B-17 with Albas or Bosco bars? I'm not a big fan of the textured leather on the B-67. I would need to switch to a B-17 or B-72 to get non textured leather. The B-72 is a double rail saddle and would need a seat post sandwich or Nitto simple seat post. I also don't like the creaky springs. I don't really need a sprung saddle since I'm only around 145 lbs. Thanks for the feedback. -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- http://resumespecialties.com/index.html patrickmo...@resumespecialties.com http://www.linkedin.com/in/patrickmooreresumespec/ Albuquerque, NM -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: WTB: bar end shifters
This just for what it is worth: those black SunTour shifters can be judiciously filed to accomodate the throw for 8 cogs (and, if 8, then 9 and, quite possibly, 10). I dunnit. Or perhaps mine were, even, sixers: at any rate, a file gottem working with 8. On Wed, Jul 3, 2013 at 10:22 AM, Andrew Letton let...@flash.net wrote: Thanks to all the folks who offered shifters. We've got a set of Suntours on their way for the project. cheers, Andrew -- ** On Tuesday, July 2, 2013 1:59:50 PM UTC-5, Andrew Letton wrote: Hi Folks, I'm helping my cousin convert his singlespeed Univega back to a triple crank + 7 speed drivetrain. I have most of the parts for him in my parts bins, but we're short on shifters and he's short on cash, so I thought I'd try for some used ones here. Does anyone have any bar end shifters they want to part with? Friction only is fine, or SIS with friction option is fine too. Old Suntours? Silvers? Shimano? Whatchagotfersale? thanks, Andrew Santa Cruz Mtns, 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. 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- http://resumespecialties.com/index.html patrickmo...@resumespecialties.com http://www.linkedin.com/in/patrickmooreresumespec/ Albuquerque, NM -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Albas and Saddle Width
I've thought about it. The B68 has been discontinued by Brooks so its hard to find a new one. On Wednesday, July 3, 2013 11:53:14 AM UTC-4, Ron Mc wrote: how about a plain old B68 without the springs? It's textured, but it's the correct width for sitting upright, and doesn't need breaking in. On Monday, July 1, 2013 4:19:32 PM UTC-5, Larry H wrote: I'm wondering what type (width) of Brooks Saddle people use with Albatross Bars. I've been using a B-67 on my Sam Hillborne. RBW recommends the wider saddles for upright bars. Does anyone use the B-17 with Albas or Bosco bars? I'm not a big fan of the textured leather on the B-67. I would need to switch to a B-17 or B-72 to get non textured leather. The B-72 is a double rail saddle and would need a seat post sandwich or Nitto simple seat post. I also don't like the creaky springs. I don't really need a sprung saddle since I'm only around 145 lbs. Thanks for the feedback. -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: FS: NIB IRD 13-32 7s Freewheel
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Re: [RBW] For the love of Albas
My observation as well. My commute is maybe a mile shorter than yours, it doesn't matter if I am on my MB3 or the Hunqapillar. Bob (Indianapolis) On Wed, Jul 3, 2013 at 10:34 AM, Christopher Wiggins tsots...@gmail.comwrote: I've noted over the last couple of years, that my commute is unaffected by wheel size, tire width and bike weight (I've got a Hilsen and a LHT). My 10-11 mile commute time is roughly the same regardless of how fast/slow I think I'm riding. I had a pair of Albas sitting around and decided to install them on my AHH. Rode them to work for the first time this morning. With a bit of headwind.same time. Color me converted. -- 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. 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: Newbaum's cloth bar tape
I feel the Newbaum's colors fade super fast. Green, red, black, for sure. Maybe the blue and orange less so. The Viva forest green stayed pleasantly dark forever. According to my memory... I don't have any problem taping with Newbaum's, Viva, or whatever black cloth tape the Bike Peddler had hidden in the back. I did shellac the black! First shellackage for me. It looks and feels great. Philip www.biketinker.com On Wednesday, July 3, 2013 10:57:41 AM UTC-7, Minh wrote: Steve, Now keep in mind that i only tape 1-2 times a year, and the order i've taped in the last few years (from longest ago to most recent) is tressotar, newbaums, tressotar, vo, newbaums, viva so my comments should be considered with the fact that the more recent ones are the one's i like best. but i found the viva easiest to keep straight and the vo the hardest. that could be a function of getting better over time. if i were to do a more detailed accounting i'd add these attributes, mostly subjective/eye-of-the-beholder: viva: pros: feels soft, bright colors, thinner/easier to lay down cons: short length per roll (when compared to newbaums) makes covering wide bars tough, thin (less cushion), expensive newbaums: affordable, long per roll makes even widest bars easy to cover, way too many colors cons: not as soft as viva, weave is not as tight tressostar: pretty close to newbaums, not as long per roll cons: traditional color choices, thinner then newbaums but not as tight weaved as viva vo: long per roll, wider then others, thicker cons: thicker, has a strange feel overall my order would be same taking into account all factors. my biggest gripe with the viva is that it is expensive (relative to others) and a little too short (though the same length as tressostar). The viva's usually come with bar-end plugs, but not an advantage if you don't need them. but i'm willing to overlook these as the viva feel the nicest to the hand. On Tuesday, July 2, 2013 3:41:13 PM UTC-4, Steve Palincsar wrote: On Tue, 2013-07-02 at 11:40 -0700, Minh wrote: i believe one's like-dislike of cotton bar tape has to do with one's most recent experience wrestling with each brand! i've tried all the major ones, viva, newbaums, tressotar, velo-orange, and that's the order i would rate them personally. the viva is expensive, but it actually has a slightly softer feel to the hand (really hard to explain). i think newbaums is the best value as the rolls are really long, and they hold up well. i didn't like the vo one as it's really wide and thicker--which may be an advantage depending on your preference. How would you rank them in order of wrestling difficulty? I personally found Newbaums to be exceptionally hard to wrap compared to Tressostar. I haven't tried the others. -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: Albas and Saddle Width
B17 works very well for me. I have a B17 and Albas on an MB3 and a Hunqapillar. Bob (Indianapolis) On Wed, Jul 3, 2013 at 3:21 PM, Larry H shcityengin...@gmail.com wrote: I've thought about it. The B68 has been discontinued by Brooks so its hard to find a new one. On Wednesday, July 3, 2013 11:53:14 AM UTC-4, Ron Mc wrote: how about a plain old B68 without the springs? It's textured, but it's the correct width for sitting upright, and doesn't need breaking in. On Monday, July 1, 2013 4:19:32 PM UTC-5, Larry H wrote: I'm wondering what type (width) of Brooks Saddle people use with Albatross Bars. I've been using a B-67 on my Sam Hillborne. RBW recommends the wider saddles for upright bars. Does anyone use the B-17 with Albas or Bosco bars? I'm not a big fan of the textured leather on the B-67. I would need to switch to a B-17 or B-72 to get non textured leather. The B-72 is a double rail saddle and would need a seat post sandwich or Nitto simple seat post. I also don't like the creaky springs. I don't really need a sprung saddle since I'm only around 145 lbs. Thanks for the feedback. -- 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. 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Albas and Saddle Width
B68 for sale googles up in force Modern bike is loaded, as is ebay and several vendors https://www.google.com/search?q=brooks+b+68+saddleoq=brooks+b+68+saddleaqs=chrome.0.57j0l3j62j60.5546j0sourceid=chromeie=UTF-8#q=brooks+b+68+saddlesource=univtbm=shoptbo=usa=Xei=fYnUUdOgHaq40QHpi4CgBwved=0CC8Qsxgbav=on.2,or.r_cp.r_qf.bvm=bv.48705608,d.dmQfp=2bc5b93e58a9848abiw=1600bih=799 On Wednesday, July 3, 2013 2:21:50 PM UTC-5, Larry H wrote: I've thought about it. The B68 has been discontinued by Brooks so its hard to find a new one. On Wednesday, July 3, 2013 11:53:14 AM UTC-4, Ron Mc wrote: how about a plain old B68 without the springs? It's textured, but it's the correct width for sitting upright, and doesn't need breaking in. On Monday, July 1, 2013 4:19:32 PM UTC-5, Larry H wrote: I'm wondering what type (width) of Brooks Saddle people use with Albatross Bars. I've been using a B-67 on my Sam Hillborne. RBW recommends the wider saddles for upright bars. Does anyone use the B-17 with Albas or Bosco bars? I'm not a big fan of the textured leather on the B-67. I would need to switch to a B-17 or B-72 to get non textured leather. The B-72 is a double rail saddle and would need a seat post sandwich or Nitto simple seat post. I also don't like the creaky springs. I don't really need a sprung saddle since I'm only around 145 lbs. Thanks for the feedback. -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Albas and Saddle Width
Yeah, I'm not happy about the b68 being discontinued. I've got 4 in play currently (b68 and b68s models) so naturally, I'm a fan. ___ Perry -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: bottom bracket creek, recommendation
I have a newish standard B-17 that creaks...guess I will have to live with it..using same 27.0 mm Campy record setapost on my X0-1.If such a thing as a 27.0mm Nitto S-83 was available I'd be all over it...literally and figuratively. Regarding the bottom bracket creak that drives you nuts...I use the very good , inexpensive MKS pedals (Sylvan Track and narrower Stream..like the MKS touring pedals Riv carried). Both dried up. I tested for this by swapping in some old deore XT pedals I had and the problem was gone. Once my partner the mechanic cleaned and regreased the MKS jobs , that noise vanished...but it was a bugger to find and it can drive you nuts and into a waiting open door. On Monday, July 1, 2013 1:25:35 PM UTC-5, Mojo wrote: So you guys are probably better at this. But just in case: When your bottom bracket area starts creaking with each pedal stroke, before you tighten the chainring bolts, before you tighten the crankarm bolts, before you pull your crankarms and reinstall, before you pull the crankarms again and replace the bottom bracket cartridge... try tightening down the pedals. It might save you an hour or your precious time. -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Some stretching on my part
I think your DIY turned out really nicely. Quite handsome and understated. Your Sammy is a looker too On Tuesday, July 2, 2013 1:57:58 PM UTC-5, Norman R wrote: Being envious of all the great DIY projects displayed here, I've taken some baby steps. In the works for some time, I purchased from c.l. a '94 jamis diablo steel mountain bike with one lug. From Rivendell I acquired Big Apple 26' 2.15 tires (back when they were still being sold), Bosco bars, new stem, thin steel grey pedals (look much better in person than in pictures), redid all cables(first time), put on grey cloth tape(Newbaums) that I was going to use on a different bike, amber shellac which I mistakenly thought would make it dark grey, and twined in 4 places. The burlap-y brown color accents the lettering on the bike as well as the bell--I like that combination with the mainly all black bike. The first side I taped was a little off kilter but the second side was, to me, noticeably better. Anyway, I took it out today to ride and photograph and I apparently have a very comfortable, upright riding, big tired bike to add to my Sam and '93 Bridgestone X-04 local errand bike. I'm not finished with it yet but here is the work in progress. http://www.flickr.com/photos/norro/9195285408/ -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] IGH on a touring bike?
I have been bouncing around an IGH concept. Does anyone tour on an Alfine 8 rear hub? The setup I am looking at would get me a low gear of about 28 inches and a high gear of 85 inches. That looks great for commuting but maybe not enough for touring. Does anyone tour on the Alfine? -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] IGH on a touring bike?
I have an Alfine 8 setup on my Bombadil but I don't do touring. Its plenty of gears for rolling hills around here. We do have a couple of steep ones too. If you get a decent tensioner like a Paul Melvin you can run a compact double up front and have 16 speeds, although there might be some overlap, I am not a Patrickesque gearing ratio expert. I run the older Nexus 7 on my MB2 with a triple, which voids the warranty I think due to do torque specifications (in low gears) but have been running it for 3 years and haven't blown it up yet. .. On Wed, Jul 3, 2013 at 6:12 PM, William tapebu...@gmail.com wrote: I have been bouncing around an IGH concept. Does anyone tour on an Alfine 8 rear hub? The setup I am looking at would get me a low gear of about 28 inches and a high gear of 85 inches. That looks great for commuting but maybe not enough for touring. Does anyone tour on the Alfine? -- 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. 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Running Amok in Portland
The wife and I are taking a rare child-free road trip to the Pacific North West to visit friends in Portland. First day in Minneapolis West has been fantastic! Met up with Chris, Shawn and Andy and rode a 35 mile loop over hill and dale. Sorta' tired me out a bit! And sunburn on my head to prove it's summertime! PTPIH: http://www.flickr.com/photos/cyclotourist/sets/72157634472317688/ -- Cheers, David -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Albas and Saddle Width
Thanks for the link, Ron. I'm aware that they're out there still (for the time being) and probably should stock up but other necessities beckon. ___ Perry -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Betty delivery......catch-22
Kelly it was a no brainer for me as well, family first especially the wife, now that our children are both out of the house and off to amazing starts as young adults. Frame received without issue Tuesday morning. Was as good as expected with double box artwork this time and the type of attention to detail and care we all have grown to expect with Rivendell packaging. Despite the revolution of shipping staff over the 15 years I have been partaking of various products from Walnut Creek the packing and shipping has evolved into an efficient art form as many can attest to over the years. Pictures to come showing unpacking and build but had issue arise with favorite 'new' Sony 16-50 2.8 DSL lens. Perry good point about release form checked about that as an option but I believe UPS requires a live signature only per Rivendell to release the bike. This was my third frame purchased and was the case each time. BobbyB I half expected that my UPS driver was going to swing back later since we have such a good report and he enjoys quickly discussing my never ending bike projects. He commented how shocked he was not to connect with me the day before and wanted to know when he could see the finished build. One of truly good ones who works for the brown. I will ask for a cell # early next week when I see him again. I was seriously ready to jump on the r1100gs and attempt to track him down but thought working on my patience would display better self-growth. Going full circle my wife felt bad at my minor disappointment and tried to cheer me up with a wonderful lunch. -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Running Amok in Portland
David: Good for you on getting away sans offspring. Looked like 3 bikes in the back of the van. And the other 2 would be? Don't neglect to bike around the park with the famous rose gardens. Super fun way to spend a half day. dougP On Wednesday, July 3, 2013 3:50:23 PM UTC-7, cyclot...@gmail.com wrote: The wife and I are taking a rare child-free road trip to the Pacific North West to visit friends in Portland. First day in Minneapolis West has been fantastic! Met up with Chris, Shawn and Andy and rode a 35 mile loop over hill and dale. Sorta' tired me out a bit! And sunburn on my head to prove it's summertime! PTPIH: http://www.flickr.com/photos/cyclotourist/sets/72157634472317688/ -- Cheers, David -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: IGH on a touring bike?
William: When you say touring, are you talking about 4 bags camping / cooking gear into hills of unknown length or grade, or a 2 bag lodging setup? 30 mile days or 70 mile days? The range you mention is just OK if you're looking at less than 20 lbs extra weight but will likely be a strain if you intend to carry 40 lbs of load (surprisingly easy to get to). Heavily loaded, hills, longer days, a low gear around 20 comes in pretty handy. dougP On Wednesday, July 3, 2013 3:12:22 PM UTC-7, William wrote: I have been bouncing around an IGH concept. Does anyone tour on an Alfine 8 rear hub? The setup I am looking at would get me a low gear of about 28 inches and a high gear of 85 inches. That looks great for commuting but maybe not enough for touring. Does anyone tour on the Alfine? -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: Running Amok in Portland
First such trip in 12 years... not too shabby! Three bikes, although one has two seats: http://www.flickr.com/photos/64942209@N00/9157200540 Might be just thing to do rose-garden touring! The others rounding out the trio are my Road Rivy and 29er. On 7/3/13, dougP dougpn...@cox.net wrote: David: Good for you on getting away sans offspring. Looked like 3 bikes in the back of the van. And the other 2 would be? Don't neglect to bike around the park with the famous rose gardens. Super fun way to spend a half day. dougP On Wednesday, July 3, 2013 3:50:23 PM UTC-7, cyclot...@gmail.com wrote: The wife and I are taking a rare child-free road trip to the Pacific North West to visit friends in Portland. First day in Minneapolis West has been fantastic! Met up with Chris, Shawn and Andy and rode a 35 mile loop over hill and dale. Sorta' tired me out a bit! And sunburn on my head to prove it's summertime! PTPIH: http://www.flickr.com/photos/cyclotourist/sets/72157634472317688/ -- Cheers, David -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- Cheers, David -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: So. Cal Vs North Cal. Rivendell Rumble. July 27- 28
Did anyone make a campground reservation? If not, I'll give it a shot, even though their policy is not to do so within 30 days of arrival. dougP On Thursday, June 27, 2013 7:42:53 AM UTC-7, Manuel Acosta wrote: Bumping this least we forget this WILL happen. Head count? On Thursday, June 20, 2013 10:20:43 PM UTC-7, Manuel Acosta wrote: After a couple of weeks of hashing out the details looks like we have come to a consensus of what's going on. Rivendell Rumble (Cali Edition) July 27-28 Meet at El Chorro campgrounds around 12ish. Various of folks are coming earlier or later feel free to do what cha want. Ride somewhere on that Sunday. Bring food, stories, and your bikes to share. Should be a blast! Anyone want to make a poster of the event I am more then happy to donate one of my photos for a event poster. Also someone needs to add this to the RBW owners bunch calendar. (Totally forgot the link) Let me know if this looks right. -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] WTB: Silver Hupe
Please let me know if you have one and how much with shipping to 21042. Thanks. -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: IGH on a touring bike?
this guy is using one on a Surly Krampus so it is being done http://www.whileoutriding.com/bike-talk/gear-ponderings I think it depends on a lot of things, fitness, how much you pack, steepness of terrain etc. I really like having a bailout gear of around 20 for steep dirt road climbs. On paved roads with moderate loads it's more doable. I once rode hwy 1 from Eureka to SF with a low of 27 and was fine. ~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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] FT: brooks b-17 for something narrower?
Hi folks, After breaking a Specialized this week, I find myself in need of a saddle for my daily communter. In an attempt to help clean out the parts box: anyone happen to have a saddle that doesn't agree with them that they'd be interested in trading for a lightly used honey b-17? I need something in the 150-ish range... A skinnier brooks would be fine, of course, but I'm open to pretty much anything which is flat and structurally sound, if not pristine... knock offs, off brands, even something not leather! Pease reply off list, and thanks. Dan, Pittsburgh PA -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] WTB: Selle Anatomica Saddle
I don't need the heavy one but won't say no to one. I would prefer it to be the standard line. Brown, Mahogany, Tan, Black are the colors I could so. Brown would be my first choice. 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Brooks B-68 Replacement?
In a few months when our budget can afford it, I will be getting my wife a Brooks saddle, but with the B-68 discontinued, what options are there for unsprung wide upright friendly seats? With abandon, Patrick www.MindYourHeadCoop.org www.OurHolyConception.org -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Brooks B-68 Replacement?
I would go through this list and buy one while you still can. https://www.google.com/search?q=b68soq=b68saqs=chrome.0.57j0l3j62l2.2033j0sourceid=chromeie=UTF-8 Modern Bike has some in stock. On Wednesday, July 3, 2013 8:35:44 PM UTC-5, Deacon Patrick wrote: In a few months when our budget can afford it, I will be getting my wife a Brooks saddle, but with the B-68 discontinued, what options are there for unsprung wide upright friendly seats? With abandon, Patrick *www.MindYourHeadCoop.org* *www.OurHolyConception.org* -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: Running Amok in Portland
David - looks like a good trip. I like the tandem - been thinking about one or two of those as my daughters get older. Bob (Indianapolis) On Wed, Jul 3, 2013 at 7:49 PM, cyclotourist cyclotour...@gmail.com wrote: First such trip in 12 years... not too shabby! Three bikes, although one has two seats: http://www.flickr.com/photos/64942209@N00/9157200540 Might be just thing to do rose-garden touring! The others rounding out the trio are my Road Rivy and 29er. On 7/3/13, dougP dougpn...@cox.net wrote: David: Good for you on getting away sans offspring. Looked like 3 bikes in the back of the van. And the other 2 would be? Don't neglect to bike around the park with the famous rose gardens. Super fun way to spend a half day. dougP On Wednesday, July 3, 2013 3:50:23 PM UTC-7, cyclot...@gmail.com wrote: The wife and I are taking a rare child-free road trip to the Pacific North West to visit friends in Portland. First day in Minneapolis West has been fantastic! Met up with Chris, Shawn and Andy and rode a 35 mile loop over hill and dale. Sorta' tired me out a bit! And sunburn on my head to prove it's summertime! PTPIH: http://www.flickr.com/photos/cyclotourist/sets/72157634472317688/ -- Cheers, David -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- Cheers, David -- 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. 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: WTB: Selle Anatomica Saddle
prices keep coming down on new saddles - I bought one in May and $145 was best price - now prices are dipping to $125. Cycle Club Sports in Montgomery, TX On Wednesday, July 3, 2013 8:16:22 PM UTC-5, Johnny Alien wrote: I don't need the heavy one but won't say no to one. I would prefer it to be the standard line. Brown, Mahogany, Tan, Black are the colors I could so. Brown would be my first choice. 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Running Amok in Portland
Great to meet you, David and thanks for the excuse to get out for a mid-week ride. I put a few pics up too... http://www.flickr.com/photos/15966859@N07/9205353834/ --Smitty -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Albas and Saddle Width
You mock the 135, Patrick, but seriously where else can you find that much old world British craftsmanship concentrated in a single package? I might buy one for the springs-per-dollar ratio alone! Pete in CT -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: IGH on a touring bike?
I set up my daughter's Nexus 8 with a 24-T rear and 42T chainring. The 8 gears are 26 to 90 inches, and she climbed 9-degree switchbacks on it. On Wednesday, July 3, 2013 5:12:22 PM UTC-5, William wrote: I have been bouncing around an IGH concept. Does anyone tour on an Alfine 8 rear hub? The setup I am looking at would get me a low gear of about 28 inches and a high gear of 85 inches. That looks great for commuting but maybe not enough for touring. Does anyone tour on the Alfine? -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] WTB: Selle Anatomica Saddle
I have an unused one in brown. I don't think I'll ever get around to using it. Pic tonight and we can discuss off forum. Dan -Marin On Jul 3, 2013, at 6:16 PM, Johnny Alien johnnyal...@verizon.net wrote: I don't need the heavy one but won't say no to one. I would prefer it to be the standard line. Brown, Mahogany, Tan, Black are the colors I could so. Brown would be my first choice. 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. 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] FS: 60cm Bombadil
Hey, James. You know, I don't really recall where I was exactly for that shot. On that tour, we were traveling on the Pacific Coast Bicycle Route from Seattle to San Luis Obispo - A great ride!! Somewhere along the way, I think a paved bicycle path ended in a dirt trail and we just decided to follow it. An hour later, I was a lot happier on the Bombadil with Marathon Supreme 50's than my wife was with her Heron and 32mm tires. That's happened enough times in several years of touring that I'm completely sold on 50mm tires for touring. Dave On Wednesday, July 3, 2013 9:49:21 AM UTC-7, James Warren wrote: P.S. I ask on-list because your Flickr shots are really nice, mainly the coastal one. I'm wondering if that trail is near me anywhere. I want to get my bike out there. On Jul 3, 2013, at 9:40 AM, James Warren wrote: Hi Dave, Where are you located? -Jim On Jun 29, 2013, at 1:31 PM, Desert Mariner wrote: Hi, Group It has been a while since I last posted. It's been challenging for me to stay involved with this group because I had to change my account and add another gmail log in when our college went to a google account . . . I'm still sorting it all out almost two years later! Due to some life changes, I'm downsizing my possessions and refocusing my life on some other priorities. I've got several bikes that have to go. The first is my 60 cm Bombadil. I'm offering it up here first because I've had pleasant experiences buying and selling from RBW group members. If there isn't any immediate interest from the group, I'll submit a listing to eBay in the next week. I'd prefer to sell the bike to someone who lives in the western US in order to facilitate a delivery or pick-up as I'd rather not have to pack the bike for shipping. If it's necessary to ship, I'll need to add the cost of shipping to the purchase price. The particulars on the bike are below. Please PM with any questions or to arrange a purchase. PHOTOS at http://www.flickr.com/photos/45341162@N04/sets/72157634391981769/ Note that some of the Flickr photos show the bike in touring mode. Packs, racks, fenders, etc are NOT included in this sale. I just thought it might be useful for potential buyers to see the bike set up as a tourer. The Bombadil makes a great touring bike for a big guy. 60 cm Rivendell Bombadil – Black (Parallel Top Tubes and Kickstand Plate) *$1500.00* Original owner. Purchased new from RBW 12/2008. No major scratches. No dents. Paint wear consistent with a used bike. Some scratches on right chainstay due to chain derailment in past. I’ve used this bike on tours, as a mountain bike on trails and fire roads and for commuting. Overall, everything works and the bike is in great shape. Saddle - Black B-17 Seatpost – Nitto 83 Handlebars – Nitto RM-013 Dirt Drops 26.0/48cm Stem – Nitto Dirt Drop 26.0/80mm Headset – Chris King Cranks – TA Carmina Triple Square Taper 22/34/46 180mm (steel small ring) Bottom Bracket – Phil Wood 113mm Front Derailleur – Shimano XTR 28.6 Old style (excellent condition) Rear Derailleur – Shimano XT Cassette – Harris Cyclery Special 8 speed with 34t low Shifters – Shimano 8spd Bar End Brakes – Avid Single 7 Linear Pull Front and Rear Brake Levers – Tektro V brake drop bar levers Wheels – Salsa Delgado X 36h 700c Hubs – Shimano 36h XT Tires – Schwalbe Marathon XR (Plenty of Tread) N-Gear Chain Stop FYI - My PBH is about 94 cm and I ride with about a 82 cm seat height. Dave -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. James Warren jimcw...@earthlink.net javascript: - 700x55 -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. James Warren jimcw...@earthlink.net javascript: - 700x55 -- 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
Re: [RBW] IGH on a touring bike?
I break rear drive trains. A lot. I used to break axles on 6 speed freewheels with regularity. Solid axles. My commute involves a lot of hill climbing, including a really nasty one in front of my house, as well as carrying heavy loads home from the store. I ride in all weather, and a lot of rain. When I say that I mean that I ride during the middle of the thunderstorm, not just that I ride during drizzles. I started commuting on a nexus 7 speed once getting freewheel parts became a pain and conserving the ones I already had a priority (this was back in 2000 when things looked really bleak on that front). That hub lasted without issue until I replaced it with an 8 speed nexus. Neither hub has had any issues except for the cassette joint and the shifter, which were minor. The nexus/alfine hubs have one of the strongest axles available in a rear drivetrain for standard bicycles. The mechanism, if properly lubricated and adjusted, is the one of the most reliable large range mechanisms ever designed. The only people who regularly break them are large 29ers riding them aggressively off road with a below-spec chainring-cog ratio. These people also break everything else, and usually break the same part, a pawl. The shifter selection is still lame but bar end shifters (jtekengineering.com) and now lever shifters (hotrodbicycles.com) as well as brifters (sussex.com.tw/versa.html) are available. The other advantage from a touring point of view is that shimano is now making roller brakes that were clearly designed for electric bicycles. This would give you the option of an all weather touring brake that can easily be removed from the bicycle, and that has a heat fail mode that is non destructive of the brake itself (you set the grease on fire). The roller brake is also dirt cheap and indestructible compared to a disc brake, and much simpler to set up and maintain. The issue with having a high enough gear range is simply: how fast do you need to go on a long downhill? You have enough range on the nexus for everything else. It usually isn't a good idea to race a heavily loaded bicycle downhill in an area you don't know very well, and the issue tourists usually face is controlling their speed rather than spinning out. With the nexus you simply stop pedaling and let the weight of the bicycle (that you sweated to lug up the hill) do the work for you. On Wed, Jul 3, 2013 at 3:12 PM, William tapebu...@gmail.com wrote: I have been bouncing around an IGH concept. Does anyone tour on an Alfine 8 rear hub? The setup I am looking at would get me a low gear of about 28 inches and a high gear of 85 inches. That looks great for commuting but maybe not enough for touring. Does anyone tour on the Alfine? -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- -Zack -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: bottom bracket creek, recommendation
I would add that if the creak stops after you tighten the peddles, you should take them off and relubricate them with a heavy grease. On Wed, Jul 3, 2013 at 2:48 PM, Ryan ryter...@mts.net wrote: I have a newish standard B-17 that creaks...guess I will have to live with it..using same 27.0 mm Campy record setapost on my X0-1.If such a thing as a 27.0mm Nitto S-83 was available I'd be all over it...literally and figuratively. Regarding the bottom bracket creak that drives you nuts...I use the very good , inexpensive MKS pedals (Sylvan Track and narrower Stream..like the MKS touring pedals Riv carried). Both dried up. I tested for this by swapping in some old deore XT pedals I had and the problem was gone. Once my partner the mechanic cleaned and regreased the MKS jobs , that noise vanished...but it was a bugger to find and it can drive you nuts and into a waiting open door. On Monday, July 1, 2013 1:25:35 PM UTC-5, Mojo wrote: So you guys are probably better at this. But just in case: When your bottom bracket area starts creaking with each pedal stroke, before you tighten the chainring bolts, before you tighten the crankarm bolts, before you pull your crankarms and reinstall, before you pull the crankarms again and replace the bottom bracket cartridge... try tightening down the pedals. It might save you an hour or your precious time. -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- -Zack -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] For the love of Albas
Converted for good? Rachel likes hers so far, and I guess I'll have to see how I feel about noodles vs albas and try both for myself. As for now, the noodles are on order with the SH frame! -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: IGH on a touring bike?
sorry, I double checked 22-T rear sprocket, 42-T chainring, 27 to 84 inches. On Wednesday, July 3, 2013 9:07:10 PM UTC-5, Ron Mc wrote: I set up my daughter's Nexus 8 with a 24-T rear and 42T chainring. The 8 gears are 26 to 90 inches, and she climbed 9-degree switchbacks on it. On Wednesday, July 3, 2013 5:12:22 PM UTC-5, William wrote: I have been bouncing around an IGH concept. Does anyone tour on an Alfine 8 rear hub? The setup I am looking at would get me a low gear of about 28 inches and a high gear of 85 inches. That looks great for commuting but maybe not enough for touring. Does anyone tour on the Alfine? -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Albas and Saddle Width
No, I agree -- would like one just to hold and admire. Patrick Moore iPhone On Jul 3, 2013, at 8:06 PM, Peter Pesce petepe...@gmail.com wrote: You mock the 135, Patrick, but seriously where else can you find that much old world British craftsmanship concentrated in a single package? I might buy one for the springs-per-dollar ratio alone! Pete in CT -- 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. 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: I'm not sure I get the connection between bikes and hatchets...
These guys are so great, friendly helpful, I wouldn't care if they were selling assault weapons and Argentinian grilling racks along side their bikes. Whenever I email, call or drop by to ask a question or buy something, they are so cheery and helpful, they erase a weeks worth of unpleasant workplace residue from my soul. I wish I worked there! Besides, a nice Swedish axe handle emerging from my saddlebag would probably discourage most obnoxious drivers in my neighborhood from trying to run me off the road. I like seeing someone with enough cojones to carry whatever he likes on his store's shelves. It reminds me of the old general stores on the Big Island (that's THE island of Hawaii) that used to carry everything you ever really needed. I will now step off my soap box and finish my martini. Cheers! John On Monday, July 1, 2013 2:56:23 PM UTC-7, Rex Kerr wrote: http://www.rivbike.com/product-p/axe425.htm http://store.velo-orange.com/index.php/camping-axe-by-bahco.html I tend to tour heavy, but not THAT heavy! -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] For the love of Albas
I think I am converted for good, but I also think bars are a very body specific/riding style specific choice Our friends at Riv patiently (very patiently!) worked with me through many iterations of Noodlles and M-bars. How wide, how high... I even had to try the Bull Moose. Once I had ridden Albas I have never been happy with other bars. I really wanted to put Noodles on my Hunqapillar - they looked so good in the pictures... but they felt so bad compared to the Albas. I did almost the same thing with my MB3s, I liked the look of the M-bars, but once I tried the Albas I couldn't ride them. I have not tried the Boscoes or Albastache bars, but they seem to be variations on the Alba theme. I suspect I would like them. Other folks seem to be equally passionate about drops. Grant wrote an excellent essay on handlebar variations in a early 90s B-stone catalog, and I think the good news is that his influence has helped us out of the dark ages of just drops and straight bars. Options are good. On Wed, Jul 3, 2013 at 1:40 PM, Avery Wilson avewil...@gmail.com wrote: Converted for good? Rachel likes hers so far, and I guess I'll have to see how I feel about noodles vs albas and try both for myself. As for now, the noodles are on order with the SH frame! -- 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. 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] WTB: Selle Anatomica Saddle
Thanks. Shoot me a message off forum when you are ready! On Wednesday, July 3, 2013 10:20:23 PM UTC-4, danmc wrote: I have an unused one in brown. I don't think I'll ever get around to using it. Pic tonight and we can discuss off forum. Dan -Marin On Jul 3, 2013, at 6:16 PM, Johnny Alien johnn...@verizon.netjavascript: wrote: I don't need the heavy one but won't say no to one. I would prefer it to be the standard line. Brown, Mahogany, Tan, Black are the colors I could so. Brown would be my first choice. 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-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. 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Running Amok in Portland
David, Enjoyed the pictures and look forward to more to come. Glad you and the wife have this opportunity to have a great time. Say hi to puddle town for me. ~Hugh On Wednesday, July 3, 2013 3:50:23 PM UTC-7, cyclot...@gmail.com wrote: The wife and I are taking a rare child-free road trip to the Pacific North West to visit friends in Portland. First day in Minneapolis West has been fantastic! Met up with Chris, Shawn and Andy and rode a 35 mile loop over hill and dale. Sorta' tired me out a bit! And sunburn on my head to prove it's summertime! PTPIH: http://www.flickr.com/photos/cyclotourist/sets/72157634472317688/ -- Cheers, David -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: So. Cal Vs North Cal. Rivendell Rumble. July 27- 28
Nope. But I'm still coming down. If there is any more that would like to go I don't mind driving. If not I would love to carpool with someone coming down. -Manny On Wednesday, July 3, 2013 4:52:18 PM UTC-7, dougP wrote: Did anyone make a campground reservation? If not, I'll give it a shot, even though their policy is not to do so within 30 days of arrival. dougP On Thursday, June 27, 2013 7:42:53 AM UTC-7, Manuel Acosta wrote: Bumping this least we forget this WILL happen. Head count? On Thursday, June 20, 2013 10:20:43 PM UTC-7, Manuel Acosta wrote: After a couple of weeks of hashing out the details looks like we have come to a consensus of what's going on. Rivendell Rumble (Cali Edition) July 27-28 Meet at El Chorro campgrounds around 12ish. Various of folks are coming earlier or later feel free to do what cha want. Ride somewhere on that Sunday. Bring food, stories, and your bikes to share. Should be a blast! Anyone want to make a poster of the event I am more then happy to donate one of my photos for a event poster. Also someone needs to add this to the RBW owners bunch calendar. (Totally forgot the link) Let me know if this looks right. -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Running Amok in Portland
That's my Jackalope made by Bantam Bicycle Works at SE 15th Ankeny. Pics of the build here.http://www.flickr.com/photos/bikeforvictory/sets/72157631718055369/ --Smitty On Wednesday, July 3, 2013 8:25:56 PM UTC-7, velomann wrote: Ah ha. Now I have a name to put with the face. I was the runner this morning who stopped to chat and oggle your rides as you guys took a break up on Mount Tabor. *What was the twin-top tube bike with the jackrabbit head badge?* Glad you're enjoying your visit. 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
