[RBW] Multi-modal Riding.

Not every day you ride long and hard enough to make you take the bus back... Rode this route with Brian last time but do to the hot weather in the summer we had to cut the ride short. We figured this time around the weather should be cooler. Not a chance. Brian, Carlin, Eric and I started off

[RBW] Re: Winter Projects, 2013/14 version

Having just survived winter, and inching (milling?) my way through the dregs of a particularly torrential spring, I'm looking forward to slightly bigger tires now that I'll soon not need fender clearance, as well as the arrival of a new-to-me Brooks Special with what I hope are ~10mm longer

Re: [RBW] Re: Winter Projects, 2013/14 version

Doug, No, the bike has a set of the Surly Torsion bars on right now. Made by Nitto. They sweep back some, but starting to think not enough. For me, it's a weight issue. I have too much. Even with Ergon grips can't seem to keep numbness away. If I could get a set of Soma Clarence to fit,

[RBW] Re: Newbaums over Newbaums?

+1 on two layers of Newbaums. It is my default choice for wrappping bars. I always use two layers of the same color w/ shellac. I find the slightly wider grip, fatigues my hands a bit less on long rides. On Monday, October 28, 2013 11:22:15 PM UTC-4, Michael wrote: If you decide to take off

Re: [RBW] Winter Projects, 2013/14 version

Tom, Is that the Bomba that was on ebay last week? i was thinking about it but the TT looked kinda long, are you planning Bosco bars? Its a nice looking frame, good on you, though i'd like to know about the Tardis technology you've developed for your garage to store all of these bikes

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: MUSA Rain Pants, Orange, Large, Please Make Offer

So it's just poor color correction by the camera but these are are the actual pants? Is that the correct interpretation? On Mon, Oct 28, 2013 at 6:55 PM, Robert Linthicum linthi...@gmail.comwrote: You are correct. They look nothing like the photo. On Mon, Oct 28, 2013 at 7:32 PM, Patrick

[RBW] Re: Picnic Bicycle

I want to see the cappuccino bike On Monday, October 28, 2013 10:23:15 PM UTC-5, Michael wrote: Such a cool idea! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an

[RBW] Re: Homer goes to Amish country.

curious whether the Amish consider bicycles to be English On Monday, October 28, 2013 3:18:46 PM UTC-5, Iron Rider wrote: Thank you. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails

[RBW] Re: Winter Projects, 2013/14 version

Bill: So sorry about the loss of your Dad... The Windsor restoration will be special, no doubt. Can't wait to see it. Also, please do share the DIY bag projects... we talking corroplast creations??? My winter projects include: - Winterizing my screened-in man-cave (with DIY velcro-mounted

Re: [RBW] Winter Projects, 2013/14 version

Now THAT'S what I'M talkin about... A 2TT SS Bomba!! Can't wait to see that, Tom!!! BB On Monday, October 28, 2013 2:38:41 PM UTC-4, Pudge wrote: Project for me: Build (entirely from cannibalized or parts bin parts) a single speed commuter out of my newly acquired 2TT Bombadil f/f.

[RBW] Re: Winter Projects, 2013/14 version

Funds are tight, so I'm in ride-what-I-have-until-stuff-breaks mode. One project I may be able to pull off this winter is fixing up my dad's 1986ish Fisher Montare (bullmoose bars!) for my son. It needs some new cables, brake pads and tires. It's a neat old bike. Other than that, I'll just be

Re: [RBW] Re: Picnic Bicycle

What there isn't a cappuccino machine in there?? Best, ~Hugh On Tue, Oct 29, 2013 at 7:38 AM, Ron Mc bulldog...@gmail.com wrote: I want to see the cappuccino bike On Monday, October 28, 2013 10:23:15 PM UTC-5, Michael wrote: Such a cool idea! -- You received this message because

Re: [RBW] Winter Projects, 2013/14 version

Minh, Excellent blue box reference... Best, ~Hugh On Tue, Oct 29, 2013 at 6:34 AM, Minh mgiangs...@gmail.com wrote: Tom, Is that the Bomba that was on ebay last week? i was thinking about it but the TT looked kinda long, are you planning Bosco bars? Its a nice looking frame, good on

Re: [RBW] Re: Picnic Bicycle

nope, just a plain old grind and drip On Tuesday, October 29, 2013 11:07:10 AM UTC-5, hsmitham wrote: What there isn't a cappuccino machine in there?? Best, ~Hugh On Tue, Oct 29, 2013 at 7:38 AM, Ron Mc bulld...@gmail.com javascript:wrote: I want to see the cappuccino bike On

[RBW] Jtek Shiftmate, your experiences

I searched the past posts on the web interface of this group for topics related to the Shiftmate. Although I found some posts about the shiftmate within threads, the usual responses within the threads were something along the lines of Oh I have xyz setup on my bike with the shiftmate and it

[RBW] Re: Winter Projects, 2013/14 version

MBB Thanks for the kind words. DIY bags could include corroplast, but I got some inspiration from Falconer Cycles. Vinyl sheet cargo burritos! Falconer http://falconercycles.blogspot.com/ On Tuesday, October 29, 2013 8:07:51 AM UTC-7, Montclair BobbyB wrote: Bill: So sorry about the

[RBW] Gotta make it down to RBBH

I'm feeling deep pangs of retail anxiety. I used to be part owner of a cooperative bike shop and I remember the stresses about making rent and paying everyone, and dreaming about earning tiny bonuses for the employees. Feeling like you are literally bleeding money away with an extra

Re: [RBW] Re: Picnic Bicycle

Coffee bike touring: http://www.charriescafe.com/ Excellent adventure and bike. On Tue, Oct 29, 2013 at 8:38 AM, Ron Mc bulldog...@gmail.com wrote: I want to see the cappuccino bike On Monday, October 28, 2013 10:23:15 PM UTC-5, Michael wrote: Such a cool idea! -- You received this

Re: [RBW] Re: Homer goes to Amish country.

On 10/29/2013 10:40 AM, Ron Mc wrote: curious whether the Amish consider bicycles to be English Some clearly do. In Lancaster county, PA, the Amish don't use pedal-bicycles, they use a large-wheeled scooter. In the past, however, I recall seeing them using bicycles; not sure when they

Re: [RBW] Re: Picnic Bicycle

Oooh, look at those pictures of Casa Battlo and the Sagrada Familia in Barcelona (Sept 4 entry). http://www.charriescafe.com/2013/10/guess-where-am-i.html#more Can't think of any Riv content, except if you ride your bike in Barcelona, go see Casa Battlo and the Sagrada Familia. And check out the

[RBW] Re: Winter Projects, 2013/14 version

NICE!!! Color-matched bullmoose bars? Biopace crank, roller-cam brakes, vintage Deore components... the Montare was a fine ride. On Tuesday, October 29, 2013 11:50:11 AM UTC-4, Bryan wrote: Funds are tight, so I'm in ride-what-I-have-until-stuff-breaks mode. One project I may be able to

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: MUSA Rain Pants, Orange, Large, Please Make Offer

There's grease stains in the photo, just as described, and the pants look orange on my computer. I think the OP has gone out of his way to be as honest as possible about this sale. I think we can all agree that the purchaser will receive a nice pair of orange MUSA rain-pants. Joe Bernard

[RBW] Re: Winter Projects, 2013/14 version

That's the one! It's painted green from head (or antler) to toe. On Tuesday, October 29, 2013 11:49:53 AM UTC-7, Montclair BobbyB wrote: NICE!!! Color-matched bullmoose bars? Biopace crank, roller-cam brakes, vintage Deore components... the Montare was a fine ride. On Tuesday, October

[RBW] New Bike Day.

Christmas came early. Been busy between receiving the bike from North Seattle thanks Suzy... so here is the new bicycle and project. http://www.flickr.com/photos/pedalpusher61/10561359604/ Taking it down to Carlsbad, CA this November for some new braze on's, kick stand plate and a fresh coat

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: MUSA Rain Pants, Orange, Large, Please Make Offer

They are the actual orange pants. The camera is an old phone. The pics make them look red. They are not red. They are bright orange. On Oct 29, 2013 10:37 AM, Jim Bronson jim.bron...@gmail.com wrote: So it's just poor color correction by the camera but these are are the actual pants? Is that

[RBW] Re: New Bike Day.

Nice! Have fun! Joe I want one Bernard Vallejo, CA. On Tuesday, October 29, 2013 12:44:25 PM UTC-7, hsmitham wrote: Christmas came early. Been busy between receiving the bike from North Seattle thanks Suzy... so here is the new bicycle and project.

[RBW] Re: New Bike Day.

That's awesome, Hugh. If I could add an Atlantis to the stable, I'd never need another bike. At least that's the story I'm telling my wife (again). -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop

[RBW] Re: New Bike Day.

Fantastic. It's got great bones. Great as it is, your enhancements are going to make it awesome. Tom On Tuesday, October 29, 2013 12:44:25 PM UTC-7, hsmitham wrote: Christmas came early. Been busy between receiving the bike from North Seattle thanks Suzy... so here is the new bicycle

Re: [RBW] Re: New Bike Day.

We have a saying around here: You can do anything on an Atlantis, as long as you can convince yourself to buy one. On Tue, Oct 29, 2013 at 1:42 PM, Tom Virgil tevir...@gmail.com wrote: Fantastic. It's got great bones. Great as it is, your enhancements are going to make it awesome. Tom

Re: [RBW] Re: New Bike Day.

Sounds like a great time. When are you coming down? And are you bringing two bikes? Curtis I want one in 68 McKenzie On Tue, Oct 29, 2013 at 1:16 PM, Joe Bernard joerem...@gmail.com wrote: Nice! Have fun! Joe I want one Bernard Vallejo, CA. On Tuesday, October 29, 2013 12:44:25 PM

Re: [RBW] Jtek Shiftmate, your experiences

Jim, I use one with Campy 9 speed brifters and a Shimano rear D and have for years with no problems. My experience is that I bought the one recommended for my combo per their site, set it up, and have paid absolutely zero attention to it since. Like I said, years of use. Tim On Tue, Oct 29,

Re: [RBW] Jtek Shiftmate, your experiences

I don't have the shiftmate but use their bar-end alfine shifter. Top notch components and service, I wouldn't hesitate to buy anything from them. On Tue, Oct 29, 2013 at 5:19 PM, Tim Whalen whalen...@gmail.com wrote: Jim, I use one with Campy 9 speed brifters and a Shimano rear D and have

Re: [RBW] Re: New Bike Day.

@ Chris that wasn't too difficult. Best, ~Hugh On Tue, Oct 29, 2013 at 1:44 PM, Christopher Chen cc...@nougat.org wrote: We have a saying around here: You can do anything on an Atlantis, as long as you can convince yourself to buy one. On Tue, Oct 29, 2013 at 1:42 PM, Tom Virgil

Re: [RBW] Re: New Bike Day.

Thanks Curtis. I'll be down November 8th. I need to do a small project for my parents on Friday. I'm dropping off the frame fork Saturday in the morning so don't know my timing, would you like to do a Saturday Carmel Valley ride say late morning to early afternoon? We could get Mike S.

[RBW] Re: Jtek Shiftmate, your experiences

We have had zero problems with Shiftmate pulleys. Both instances using Campy 9-speed Ergo shifters with Shimano long-cage derailleurs and cassettes. I'd test our your current setup first without the Shiftmate. Campy and Shimano 9-speed cassette spacing is quite close. See the late great

[RBW] Re: Jtek Shiftmate, your experiences

I'm using one, and have some (very quick) impressions: - Great company and customer service, as mentioned. Nice to support a small, US company/family with such a compelling (andsort of tragic) story, too. And you've gotta love a company who exists primarily to foil the major component

Re: [RBW] Re: New Bike Day.

Hugh, As of today I am free on that Saturday. So a ride sounds great. Put the back fender on the Hilsen last night. The commute to work was wet today and yesterday. The fender went on nicely and protects from the water very well. I think the bike looks great with it on. Could not mount the

Re: [RBW] Re: New Bike Day.

Congratulations. Enjoy the build process. Please share photos of the progress. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to

[RBW] Re: Winter Projects, 2013/14 version

One more winter project. I might have found my next pair of cycling shoes for clipless pedals: Giro Republichttp://www.thebellstore.com/product/giro-brand-shoes-road/giro-bicycle-shoes-republic-14.html I could rock those. I tried them on in grey. Liked the shoe, hated the color. I asked

Re: [RBW] Re: New Bike Day.

Curtis. I love fenders not just their practical aspect but just like the way they look.And the Hilsen looks great with them. Though for a while I probably won't run fenders on the Atlantis as I'll be doing some dirt riding on it a bit more as in S240's or what ever I can get away with! So I'll

Re: [RBW] Re: Winter Projects, 2013/14 version

I may go with a pair of Van's...no hurry though. Best, ~Hugh On Tue, Oct 29, 2013 at 4:19 PM, Bill Lindsay tapebu...@gmail.com wrote: One more winter project. I might have found my next pair of cycling shoes for clipless pedals: Giro

[RBW] Memory Lane

http://www.velominati.com/technology/mustache-monster-mash/ Ooh, the photo in this brings back mid-90's bike lust. In late '94, I had an MB-4 and an RB-2, but I started getting the in-betweener bug. This is probably because after over 5 years of mountain biking I realized that I was never

[RBW] Re: Memory Lane

It's a funny thing about memory and the passage of time. I wanted an XO-1 * bad* back in the day, and finally got the opportunity (twice) in the last couple years. I've also owned a few Rivs, which proved that sometimes change is good. XO's are still awesome bikes, but their successors are more

[RBW] 56 Ram stolen in Berkeley CA

Spotted this on the SF Craigslist. My 56cm 2003 Rambouillet was stolen from my place of business in West Berkeley (see map), shortly before lunchtime on Monday, October 27. The suspect is roughly 50 years old, average build, between 5'8 and 5'11. This bike and color are fairly rare (particularly

[RBW] Need collectives help on color choice.

Hi Bunch, New to me Atlantis and having it painted and need you opinions on which color to go with...my first thought was to go with pea soup green like this, http://www.flickr.com/photos/fireman483/8541167230/in/pool-rivendellatlantis And the second color I'm considering is a burnt orange

[RBW] Re: Need collectives help on color choice.

Burnt orange. Colors like that are striking in the city but fit right in in the wilds. I love my gray/orange Hunqapillar scheme. With abandon, Patrick On Tuesday, October 29, 2013 6:23:36 PM UTC-6, hsmitham wrote: Hi Bunch, New to me Atlantis and having it painted and need you opinions on

[RBW] Re: Gotta make it down to RBBH

I love that RBBH is neighbors with the barber. Seems there are some great hatchet haircut and shave cross marketing opportunities waiting to be exploited! Grin. With abandon, Patrick On Tuesday, October 29, 2013 11:12:43 AM UTC-6, Bill Lindsay wrote: I'm feeling deep pangs of retail anxiety.

Re: [RBW] Re: Need collectives help on color choice.

Elton of Harris Cyclery sold a red Atlantis a few months back on this list, looked real sharp. Search the archives. I like flashy though, always get smiles in the tangerine dream machine (my orange bombadil) On Oct 29, 2013 8:37 PM, Deacon Patrick lamontg...@mac.com wrote: Burnt orange. Colors

[RBW] Need collectives help on color choice.

Dear Hugh, Of the two I am partial to the orange; that is a nice shade of orange, deep, rich and not too flashy. I agonized over the same decision this spring, before deciding I really liked the original color on my Atlantis (for now). In your other post you wrote about adding a kickstand

Re: [RBW] Need collectives help on color choice.

Burnt orange. Wow! What a great color for a bike. On Tuesday, October 29, 2013, WETH wrote: Dear Hugh, Of the two I am partial to the orange; that is a nice shade of orange, deep, rich and not too flashy. I agonized over the same decision this spring, before deciding I really liked the

Re: [RBW] Re: Need collectives help on color choice.

My first suggestion would be black. Like the one Jim Thill used to have. Add the cream headtube and it would be nice and elegant. Otherwise, a green like the olive drab Surly has used on the Long Haul Trucker in the past. Or on the new Pugsley Ops. Eric Platt St. Paul, MN On Tue, Oct 29,

[RBW] Re: Need collectives help on color choice.

To me, an understated color scheme is desireable on a touring bike. Given the above choices, I'd go with the pea soup. dougP On Tuesday, October 29, 2013 5:23:36 PM UTC-7, hsmitham wrote: Hi Bunch, New to me Atlantis and having it painted and need you opinions on which color to go

[RBW] Re: Need collectives help on color choice.

I like the green but think it needs a cream head tube. The green would look great in the woods. The orange is sweet too, though I agree, it is flashy. FWIW. Bill -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this

[RBW] Re: Need collectives help on color choice.

if i ever end up with an atlantis, i will copy the pewter metallic that pudge has. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to

Re: [RBW] Re: Need collectives help on color choice.

In 2011, I joined a growing cult called Red Atlantis.Join us.-Original Message- From: dougP Sent: Oct 29, 2013 5:59 PM To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Subject: [RBW] Re: Need collectives help on color choice. To me, an understated color scheme is desireable on a

Re: [RBW] Re: Need collectives help on color choice.

Also, Hugh, burnt orange sounds really good.Here's another idea: get it the older, darker AHH blue (like Evan's bike) that your AHH is not.-Jim-Original Message- From: James Warren Sent: Oct 29, 2013 6:15 PM To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Subject: Re:

Re: [RBW] Re: Need collectives help on color choice.

I think there are a lot of orange bikes out there, and not too many sage green ones. The green would be a great way to differentiate the bike. Definitely needs a cream headtube though! :-) On 10/29/13, James Warren jimcwar...@earthlink.net wrote: Also, Hugh, burnt orange sounds really good.

Re: [RBW] Re: Winter Projects, 2013/14 version

Van classic slip ons. Regular $50. Custom $70. Where else can you get the custom version for an extra 20 bones! Edwin custom in Vans, production in most other things -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this

[RBW] Re: Homer goes to Amish country.

Eloquently written. Enjoyed thoroughly and know the effects of a lay off. Three weeks to get in shape and three days to lose it or so my First Sergeant told me. I like the Neversink part. ~Hugh On Sunday, October 27, 2013 8:45:36 AM UTC-7, Iron Rider wrote: Of Tibetan flags, tempest winds

[RBW] Re: New Bike Day.

Pondero, Let me know I can help you with all kinds of logical reasons to have an Atlantis to spin at Mrs Pondero :-) Though I recommend whispering them to her while she sleeps. ~Hugh On Tuesday, October 29, 2013 1:26:09 PM UTC-7, Pondero wrote: That's awesome, Hugh. If I could add an

[RBW] Re: New Bike Day.

Thanks Tom. Your right it is nice as it is, though I suffer from perfectionism or at the least my notion of said perfection. ~Hugh On Tuesday, October 29, 2013 1:42:06 PM UTC-7, Tom Virgil wrote: Fantastic. It's got great bones. Great as it is, your enhancements are going to make it

[RBW] Re: Need collectives help on color choice.

Whatever color you get, get it in metallic (shiny sparkly bits in the paint) . More depth that way. Les matte and flat, unless that is what you want. I say neither green, nor orange. I say Aqua. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW

[RBW] Matching bartape for Bleriot?

Anyone know of what to use? I know Viva used to make something, but I cannot find it. Anyone have a match? This one matches, but I don't know what brand it is: http://www.cyclofiend.com/cc/2006/cc157-frankfulton0906.html -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google

[RBW] Re: 56 Ram stolen in Berkeley CA

On Tuesday, October 29, 2013 8:21:52 PM UTC-4, danmc wrote: Spotted this on the SF Craigslist. My 56cm 2003 Rambouillet was stolen from my place of business in West Berkeley (see map), shortly before lunchtime on Monday, October 27. The suspect is roughly 50 years old, average build,

[RBW] Re: Multi-modal Riding.

Ha, Ha Manny that doesn't sound like the Manny I know going multi modial? The Manny I know bounds up huge hills just for a picture. He also races to the end of a ride just because! Seriously Manny I get it and enjoyed the write up and spirit of the ride, pictures prove it was a good time. And

[RBW] Re: Need collectives help on color choice.

how about a darker than pea soup, forest green here's a good reference: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shades_of_green -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it,

Re: [RBW] Re: Need collectives help on color choice.

I thought you were going to recommend purple? But I can see how Forest Green would look good with purple accents. Thanks for the reference. Best, ~Hugh On Tue, Oct 29, 2013 at 8:51 PM, Coconutbill evan.spa...@gmail.com wrote: how about a darker than pea soup, forest green here's a

[RBW] Re: Matching bartape for Bleriot?

That sorta looks like the medium blue Newbaums, and is actually darker than the whatever-you-call-that-color of the Bleriot (I own one, and still can't decide if it's blue or green or both). What you might try is to get the light blue, then amber-shellac it down to a color that works for you.

[RBW] Re: Matching bartape for Bleriot?

To my eyes, the Bleriot is metallic Aqua. That's what I think mine looks like anyway. I think if I ever get my Sam repainted, I'd like that color for it. It is a different, complex, and unique color. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch

[RBW] Re: Derailers that handle 36T cogs: shadow vs. non-shadow

One thing that caught me off guard this past week, and may have flown under the average Riv radar, is the new DynaSys shimano shadow detailers. I had one show up that was ordered as a regular shadow. Apparently there was a transition where all being sold as 10 spd are now DynaSys. I am still

[RBW] Re: Matching bartape for Bleriot?

Metallic Aqua. Hmm, that sounds right. It also sounds like a Crayola color, which Grant would appreciate. I like it! On Tuesday, October 29, 2013 9:27:42 PM UTC-7, Michael wrote: To my eyes, the Bleriot is metallic Aqua. That's what I think mine looks like anyway. I think if I ever get my