[RBW] Re: Recent Blug post; no date given, but perhaps it's today's, 0915.

I would have replaced the pawl with a shiny new one, and sent the original shifter back, "all fixed!" Disagree about cowardly and shameful. "If you wanted a better review, you should have behaved more gracefully." (Not you - shifter guy). Philip www.biketinker.com -- You received this

[RBW] WTB 56cm or 58 cm Sam frameset

Condition doesn't matter. I'd pretty a little worn in anyway! Please contact off list -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to

[RBW] Re: Bizarrely on topic: AL absorption through skin

You could apply a coat of shellac to the platform surface of your pedals to seal the Aluminum surface. Cheap and easily repeatable as needed. Andy Cheatham PIttsburghj On Tuesday, September 15, 2015 at 4:41:43 PM UTC-4, Deacon Patrick wrote: > > It's definitely aluminum and not dirt. It is

[RBW] My New Roadeo

That's nice to hear someone on this list describe their bars as "high" at 1cm below saddle height! Philip www.biketinker.com -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it,

Re: [RBW] Bizarrely on topic: AL absorption through skin

Thank you, Oliver. Yes, if it is contributory, it's because I am a canary in a coal mine. I wouldn't imagine this would be on a list of toxic things we absorb. Andy, I thought about shellac and may try it, but I wonder if it would come off really fast. Thank you, Clyde. I get 2 cups of

[RBW] Re: My New Roadeo

Yes, these road bikes are a joy in the hills. Glad to read of your joy. And for the record, I too like my bars high - 2 cm below the saddle. That allows me to get a little lower going downhill, and makes it easier to stand and rock the bike when I want to. Michael On Tuesday, September

[RBW] Re: My New Roadeo

When I first got into bicycling as an adult back in 1995, I bought a book and the author recommended setting the handleabars "about an inch or two below the saddle, for comfort". Even then, I had the LBS set up my first bike with handlebars well above the saddle and I was young, in good shape

Re: [RBW] Re: Bizarrely on topic: AL absorption through skin

On 09/16/2015 01:11 AM, Oliver S. wrote: Anyway, there's a lot more research you can do, but I think barefoot riding sounds harmless on the whole and with respect to aluminum. Just don't step off while the bike is still moving. I have an old, worn out pair of Sidi Dominators and the

[RBW] Re: Bizarrely on topic: AL absorption through skin

my freshman Chem prof, Dr. Hall, had an Uncle Charlie - concurrent inventor of the Hall-Bayer process and founder of Alcoa. On Wednesday, September 16, 2015 at 12:11:03 AM UTC-5, Oliver S. wrote: > > I understand your concern but doubt that the concentrations being > transmitted are

Re: [RBW] Re: Recent Blug post; no date given, but perhaps it's today's, 0915.

It was the increasing value of the yen that sent Japanese bike production to Taiwan and eventually eliminated their export market. I think it's great that the falling yen may bring them back to us On Tuesday, September 15, 2015 at 8:44:41 PM UTC-5, Patrick Moore wrote: > > Cost will be a

Re: [RBW] Bizarrely on topic: AL absorption through skin

Patrick, About four years ago I started having more than the occasional cramp, mainly in my feet. Research lead me to try taking supplements (potassium and magnesium) along with my daily banana. I now rarely have any type of cramp and have ditched the banana (don't need the extra sugar)

[RBW] Re: Bizarrely on topic: AL absorption through skin

Consider some Magnesium pedals :) Wellgo MG-1 , Canfield Crampon , Xpedo MX Force and Spry and DMR Vault and V12 are some , all with removable pins and all . I've had a couple of pairs of Wellgo's for years , perfect for my 12" foot length. Just add some grease to them when new and

[RBW] Re: FS: 60CM Blue Bombadil frame LIKE new

Photos please of the 59cm Heron - Thanks, Kim. On Monday, September 14, 2015 at 2:14:01 PM UTC-7, Kendallspower wrote: > > Apologies for the lack of info. Its a bit emotional LOL. Twin top tube > early model, is a silver blue metallic. > > I am also parting with my 59 Heron. I will begin

[RBW] Re: FS: Parts Bin Clean Out

Thanks to everyone who bought something. Still a number of parts left On Thursday, September 10, 2015 at 11:06:54 PM UTC-7, Sean Bham wrote: > > I spent the long weekend sorting through my parts stash and have quite a > bit to part with. > > Everything is pictured, described, and priced

[RBW] Novels???

Hi folks, Anyone have any good short novels they'd like to recommend? Thanks! Michael -- You received this message because you are 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] C / GAP Trail Users: Bike Roll-On Service on Amtrak's Capitol Limited

Great news, thanks for posting. I've been looking forward to taking the train from DC to Harpers Ferry and riding the C Back home. Ryan -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving

[RBW] My New Roadeo

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[RBW] Re: FYI: Saluki on Ebay

Hi Interested Riv People.

[RBW] Re: Elk Pass tires on dirt

What kind of attachment did you use to connect your light to the front fender? Looks good. On Sunday, September 13, 2015 at 1:28:30 PM UTC-6, Patrick Moore wrote: > > I somehow managed to overshift the rd on the Fargo this morning so that it > got into the spokes, 4 miles into a ride, so I

[RBW] Re: Quickbeam Riding Charactertics

WOW, thanks for all the great feedback. It definitely sounds like a must have bike. The bike is on Minneapolis Craigslist. The owner says he purchased it from a collector in Colorado but doesn't know what year it is. I live in NC so I'm not able to see the bike other than the pics. He is

[RBW] Re: Bizarrely on topic: AL absorption through skin

Thank you, Garth. With the exception of the Canfield Crampon Classic, they all have non-barefoot friendly platforms. I'll definately look into the classic. With abandon, Patrick On Wednesday, September 16, 2015 at 5:58:27 AM UTC-6, Garth wrote: > > > > Consider some Magnesium pedals :)

[RBW] Re: 2 things: 1: ISO/WTT for fixed gear lockring; 2: How to fix wood chain guard?

Cauls are shaped wood pieces, in this case curved to suite the shape of the chain guard. They go between the steel clamp(s) and the chain guard. They distribute the forces of the the clamp and protect the chain guard from being dented by the clamp. Done in this way, the repair will be

[RBW] WTB - Jack Brown Blues

I could use a pair, but even one would be enough to see if they fit the bike I have in mind. Anything with life left is fine, but a beater is OK too for what I need. If they work out I'll buy a new pair. Let me know what you might have, and where you ship from. I'm in PA. Don't want to invest

[RBW] Re: September 20 Marin Headlands/Pre Rivendell picnic ride

I would like to come. I have a Sam Hillborne, my wife rides a Handsome Cycles She Devil. Are non-Rivendells welcome? On Sunday, September 13, 2015 at 9:08:49 PM UTC-7, dstein wrote: > Quick heads up to anyone who is not watching the Bay Area Rivendell Riders > Group, there is a 9/20 Marin

[RBW] Re: Mount Laguna s24o

Hey Hugh, Thanks for sharing this one. Might I ask: 1. What handlebar bag are you using here? 2. What size saddlesack are you using: medium or large? Thanks, D. On Monday, September 14, 2015 at 2:44:19 AM UTC-4, hsmitham wrote: > > This happened in the Southland over the 9/11 weekend. > >

[RBW] Re: Recent Blug post; no date given, but perhaps it's today's, 0915.

yep. i didn't even read it as a shaming, just Grant trying to be transparent. On Wednesday, September 16, 2015 at 12:46:40 AM UTC-4, Sky Coulter wrote: > > I don't think you can call it a public shaming when no one has been named. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the

[RBW] Re: What do Rivendell Riders use for helmet/head rain covers?

thanks for the heads up on the Gore helmet cover. We rarely get the kind of soaking rain most people think of as showers. We mostly get flash monsoons that don't last long but can put down 5-10"/hr. You get caught in one and the worst thing about it is the runoff from your helmet vents

[RBW] Re: FYI: Saluki on Ebay

George, Thanks for posting, i didn't mean to incriminate you along with the green one. For anyone coming into this thread late, the Green one in Miami was the suspicious one that was reported stolen on BikeIndex. George's silver one in Hawaii is a totally different thread of discussion.

[RBW] Re: Quickbeam Riding Charactertics

the age of the frame does not matter that much. some of the earlier ones do not have the braze-ons the fork for a front rack (you have to use clamps). but i would be more worried about condition, if it's in good condition then age doesn't matter to me. a bike is worth what someone is willing

RE: [RBW] Novels???

Well, in the not merely good but stunningly great category, there's always Heart of Darkness. And you can get it free on Gutenberg (and I suppose a lot of other places, too). -Original Message- From: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com [mailto:rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com] On

[RBW] Re: Novels???

Could you narrow your field of interest a bit? Bicycle related, adventure, philosophical, mind bending, etc. On Wednesday, September 16, 2015 at 10:03:22 AM UTC-4, mike gasparino wrote: > > Hi folks, > Anyone have any good short novels they'd like to recommend? Thanks! > Michael -- You

Re: [RBW] Re: September 20 Marin Headlands/Pre Rivendell picnic ride

Absolutely. All bike are welcome. Sent from my iPhone > On Sep 14, 2015, at 7:35 PM, John Grady wrote: > > I would like to come. I have a Sam Hillborne, my wife rides a Handsome > Cycles She Devil. Are non-Rivendells welcome? > > >> On Sunday, September 13, 2015 at

[RBW] Re: Novels???

I'm all over the board. Mystery,adventure,fantasy,crime,even love! -- You received this message because you are 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] Novels???

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[RBW] Re: Bizarrely on topic: AL absorption through skin

Patrick- Have you considered wooden pedals? I can't find the exact thing I'm thinking of, but someone made at one point a kit that consisted of pedal spindles that one screwed into pieces of wood to make any sized platforms. I'm pretty sure I read it in an old Rivendell Reader at some

Re: [RBW] Re: Recent Blug post; no date given, but perhaps it's today's, 0915.

I think your opinion about the matter is entirely off center. Of course, we've not heard the other person's side of the story -- audiatur et alter pars! -- but as described in the Blug, the OP is a self involved jerk. Grant has since Rivendell began soliloquized about running his business and his

Re: [RBW] Re: Recent Blug post; no date given, but perhaps it's today's, 0915.

For anyone who has a problem with Grant publishing his thoughts about his business, I have two words: Boo. Hoo. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email

Re: [RBW] Novels???

Kindle has dozens if not hundreds of free or sub $3 books in the public domain. Do you like Kipling? "Can't say; I've never kipled." But no more of that. You can get Rudyard on Kindle; Kim is good. I just downloaded Plutarch and Tennyson, and I've got all of Willa Cather and Chesterton. Not free

[RBW] Re: Quickbeam Riding Charactertics

There are few of us in Minneapolis/Greater Twin Cities. Depending on where the seller is and your timeframe, one of us might be able to go have a look-see (and get a vicarious thrill). I'm not sure what bike I would go to for packing; maybe Calhoun Cycle in Uptown? Dan A., do you have

[RBW] Re: Recent Blug post; no date given, but perhaps it's today's, 0915.

In regards to another Reader coming out, I am ecstatic! I reread mine so many times...it's like being stuck in the Antarctic with only a 1913 Vanity Fair. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and

Re: [RBW] Re: Recent Blug post; no date given, but perhaps it's today's, 0915.

Silvers are the bee's knees for front shifting. I currently have my Bike Friday set up with Albatross bars, a Sora 9-speed brifter for the rear, and a Silver bar-con for the front triple (Dia-Compe brake lever). It looks a little odd, but works great. -- You received this message because you

[RBW] Re: Recent Blug post; no date given, but perhaps it's today's, 0915.

That's what great about opinions everyone has one :) Mine , Suntour XC Power shifter (thumb shifter) are the best of the best of any time . Yes, lots of "new" ratcheting shifters and they work well and all in fun-ction , but none even come close to the position on the bar and

Re: [RBW] Re: My New Roadeo

If I had much more money than I do, the one Rivendell I'd buy in a snap would be a Roadeo. (Tho' I'd love a Hunq and an Atlantis too. And a Legolas. But the Roadeo would top the list.) Thanks for the descriptions of handling. On Wed, Sep 16, 2015 at 10:18 AM, RJM wrote:

[RBW] Re: Bizarrely on topic: AL absorption through skin

Volcano Dirt? On Tuesday, September 15, 2015 at 12:53:47 PM UTC-5, Deacon Patrick wrote: > Anyone know about if the skin (specifically soles of the feet) can absorb > aluminum via riding barefoot? > > Here’s what prompts the bizarre question: I’ve lost much of my summer to > many “hard”

[RBW] Re: Novels???

I'm reading "Confederacy of Dunces" for the second time and really am enjoying it quite a bit. It's not short, but it is fun. On Wednesday, September 16, 2015 at 9:03:22 AM UTC-5, mike gasparino wrote: > Hi folks, > Anyone have any good short novels they'd like to recommend? Thanks! >

[RBW] Re: Recent Blug post; no date given, but perhaps it's today's, 0915.

In regards to the person returning the shifter .. The Eternal mantra : So What ! Maybe the customer was this , or maybe that, or maybe that *and* that . . . . on and on and on . So what ?! None of us are so fragile as to not withstand a little rocking of the boat , it's

[RBW] Re: Bizarrely on topic: AL absorption through skin

Oh yeah guys , wood ! Brilliant I forget to mention these for Patrick , way cool . I think the shape may work for bare feet ? http://www.motobicycles.com/moto-urban-pedal-en.html -- You received this

Re: [RBW] Re: Elk Pass tires on dirt

Thanks. It's a custom fender support - cum - lowrider support and it has a braze on for mounting the light at the apex. On Mon, Sep 14, 2015 at 2:27 PM, Don Funke wrote: > What kind of attachment did you use to connect your light to the front > fender? Looks

Re: [RBW] Re: Recent Blug post; no date given, but perhaps it's today's, 0915.

I'm less than satisfied with right/rear Silver shifters. I've tried two (used and new, with both gray and black plastic discs) and encountered the same problem: the tension screw is very finicky and doesn't stay in place very long. Within a couple hundred miles, the screw will back out a

[RBW] Re: Quickbeam Riding Charactertics

>From the listing pictures, that QB appears to be in really nice shape. I don't see anything obviously weird or concerning about it. Go for it! KJ On Wednesday, September 16, 2015 at 10:02:28 AM UTC-4, Comotion001 wrote: > > WOW, thanks for all the great feedback. It definitely sounds like a

Re: [RBW] Re: Recent Blug post; no date given, but perhaps it's today's, 0915.

Tim is right about the liabilities of the Silver shifters, principally the loosening tension bolt and consequent breakage of the tension washer; and, also, their fragility when the bike falls over on them. The Power Ratchet design used a locknut to hold the tension just right. But you can

[RBW] Re: My New Roadeo

Yeah, these Roadeos make great road bikes. I have the saddle on mine about even with the stem, which I find comfortable and I can still use the drops on my Mark's bar fine. I'm generally passing people while decending and this bike gives me total confidence while doing so, even when the road

Re: [RBW] Novels???

Oh, and for Walter Mitty-type male fantasy small size compensation purposes, nothing at all, I say *nuthin *at all beats the endlessly serialized Jack Reacher series by Lee Child. The niche is semi-demi-hemi-literate escapist-brutal-doogooder-kill-all-the-bad-guys in horrible ways fantasy. The

Re: [RBW] Re: Quickbeam Riding Charactertics

If you're curious can find history of QB here: http://www.cyclofiend.com/rbw/quickbeam/index.html -E. (fellow QB owner in NC) On Wed, Sep 16, 2015 at 12:11 PM, Kieran J wrote: > From the listing pictures, that QB appears to be in really nice shape. I > don't see anything

[RBW] Re: Recent Blug post; no date given, but perhaps it's today's, 0915.

maybe the returner has a set of brifters with just as much use still working quite well :p. > > -- You received this message because you are 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: Mount Laguna s24o

Hi Daniel, The handlebar bag is an Acorn & the saddle sack is a medium. Tail Winds, ~Hugh ~Hugh “Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep moving.” ― Albert Einstein http://velocipedemusings.blogspot.com/ On Mon, Sep 14, 2015 at 5:18 PM, Daniel Jackson <

[RBW] Re: Bizarrely on topic: AL absorption through skin

Or something along these lines http://problemsolversbike.com/blog/comments/how_to_make_skateboard_pedal_decks_for_clipless_pedals Could just use regular ply wood. -Mike -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe

Re: [RBW] Re: Recent Blug post; no date given, but perhaps it's today's, 0915.

Riv replaced it, and I have no problem "piling on" some jerk who sent a "failed; replace it" note for a part that obviously got much use and wore out. If you drive a car long enough, the moving parts in the engine will reach the end of their usefulness and require a rebuild or replacement.

[RBW] Re: non-destructive complete removal of tag in MUSA moleskin shirt - anyone know how?

Yeah the stitching for the shirt itself separate from the tag. Only rip out the red thread and you should be fine. On Wednesday, September 16, 2015 at 1:16:30 PM UTC-5, Thomas Lynn Skean wrote: > > Thanks. > > I'm curious, did you find another set of stitching underneath the tag that > holds

[RBW] Re: non-destructive complete removal of tag in MUSA moleskin shirt - anyone know how?

Seam ripper http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_noss_2?url=search-alias%3Daps=seam+ripper I removed the label from mine and you can't tell it was ever there to begin with. On Wednesday, September 16, 2015 at 12:50:26 PM UTC-5, Thomas Lynn Skean wrote: > > The tag in my MUSA moleskin shirt is

[RBW] Re: Cheviot brake type?

Nice, was debating the Cheviot but eventually got the Hillborne. I'll be looking out for the Chev on your blog. On Tuesday, September 15, 2015 at 7:15:11 AM UTC-4, Eric Daume wrote: > > Good morning all, > > I just picked up the used Cheviot that passed across the list, now I'm > ordering

[RBW] FS: Albastache

Near-perfect condition, unknown history before I bought it from a listmember recently, I rode it about 40 miles. I have once again reached the conclusion that the only bar I'm happy riding is the Albatross, so these go back in a box and off to someone else's house. $60 shipped or make offer if

Re: [RBW] Re: Novels???

Actually, John Maddox Roberts - sorry about that... On 09/16/2015 03:58 PM, Steve Palincsar wrote: John Roberts Maddox's SPQR series; -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving

[RBW] non-destructive complete removal of tag in MUSA moleskin shirt - anyone know how?

The tag in my MUSA moleskin shirt is slightly annoying. But it sure looks to me like ripping enough seam to completely get rid of the tag in my MUSA moleskin shirt will completely open a section of the shirt's side seam. Getting rid of part of the tag seems as though it would simply leave you

[RBW] Re: Novels???

I enjoyed The Circle, bought from Riv. It's short-ish, if not short On Wednesday, September 16, 2015 at 7:03:22 AM UTC-7, mike gasparino wrote: > > Hi folks, > Anyone have any good short novels they'd like to recommend? Thanks! > Michael -- You received this message because you are

[RBW] Re: Novels???

Not short, not free (that I know of), but definitely Riv: "Remembrance of Things Past" by Marcel Proust. No particular end goal to the novel, you can't get to the finish line in a hurry, it's endlessly lovely, and there's no way to tackle it except in a leisurely, winding way. Kevin On

Re: [RBW] Re: Novels???

On 09/16/2015 02:53 PM, Allingham II, Thomas J wrote: Well, a brilliant and erudite classic combining mystery and romance is /Gaudy Night/, by Dorothy Sayers. The only mystery I can think of where the crime is not a murder (thought there are some attempts). Lord Peter Wimsey at his most

RE: [RBW] Re: Novels???

Definitely fun. Definitely not short. ;-) From: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com [mailto:rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of RJM Sent: Wednesday, September 16, 2015 12:34 PM To: RBW Owners Bunch Subject: [RBW] Re: Novels??? I'm reading "Confederacy of Dunces" for the second time

Re: [RBW] Re: Recent Blug post; no date given, but perhaps it's today's, 0915.

Did I read it wrong? It sounded to me like Rivendell DID replace the shifter. I'm more uncomfortable with us piling on, than with the original Blug post about it. Philip www.biketinker.com On Wednesday, September 16, 2015 at 8:46:23 AM UTC-7, Patrick Moore wrote: > > I think your opinion

[RBW] Re: non-destructive complete removal of tag in MUSA moleskin shirt - anyone know how?

Thanks. I'm curious, did you find another set of stitching underneath the tag that holds the shirt together after tag removal? Yours, Thomas Lynn Skean On Wednesday, September 16, 2015 at 1:12:08 PM UTC-5, john muhl wrote: > Seam ripper >

[RBW] Re: Novels???

*The Road* by Cormac McCarthy *On the Beach* by Nevil Shute Two favorites of mine- a bit depressing however. On Wednesday, September 16, 2015 at 10:03:22 AM UTC-4, mike gasparino wrote: > > Hi folks, > Anyone have any good short novels they'd like to recommend? Thanks! > Michael -- You

[RBW] Re: Quickbeam Riding Charactertics

If it's green, it's a 2004. I don't think there was a second run of greenies. I much prefer the look of no mid-fork bosses, since the Nitto M12 is the ideal rack for the QB - it attaches to the cantilever bosses for a clean, lightweight look. This bike has included fenders, pump, the stock

[RBW] Re: Novels???

One of my all-time favoites is "Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance" by Robert Pirsig (read 4 times). Also recently really enjoyed "Super, Sad, True Love Story" by Gary Shteyngart. A funny and horrifying vision of the future. Seems extreme but, given the political and technological

[RBW] Novels???

For short, try "Veronica" by Nicholas Christopher. If you like it, try his "A Trip to the Stars". One of my all time Favorites is "Wonder Boys" by Michael Chabon, then anything else by him. Have been reading aloud a lot with my wife; all these are books that we have read recently. We

[RBW] Re: non-destructive complete removal of tag in MUSA moleskin shirt - anyone know how?

I remove tags all the time . I don't know exactly where you are speaking of but there is really only 2 types of sewn tags, on seam or sewn on fabric independent of any seam. For the on seam kind , I hold the garment in my lap , color up facing me. I hold the tag with my left hand , first 2

Re: [RBW] Re: Recent Blug post; no date given, but perhaps it's today's, 0915.

Philip You didn't read it wrong. There is no wrong, or right. Different people focus their attention on different aspects of the story. Some of us focus in on the rude note and think "what a jerk!" Some of us focus in on the fact that Grant aired it out in public and think "what a cowardly

[RBW] Re: Bizarrely on topic: AL absorption through skin

Just in case anyone is concerned about the aluminum in their deodorant, I make my own. Make a paste of baking soda and coconut oil (warmed so that it is liquid), add 10-15 drops of your favorite essential oil and store in a glass container. Works SO MUCH BETTER than Tom's and is also cheaper

[RBW] Re: Bizarrely on topic: AL absorption through skin

Just in case anyone is concerned about the aluminum in their deodorant, I make my own. Make a paste of baking soda and coconut oil (warmed so that it is liquid), add 10-15 drops of your favorite essential oil and store in a glass container. Works SO MUCH BETTER than Tom's and is also cheaper

Re: [RBW] Re: Novels???

I'm going to the downtown bookstore tonight with a wish list! Thanks guys -- You received this message because you are 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: Novels???

In the sci-fi & fantasy realm I would highly recommend anything by Jack Vance. Most of his novels are short. For adventure Jim Corbett wrote a few books detailing his hunting of man-eating tigers and leopards in India that are quite good. On Wednesday, September 16, 2015 at 10:03:22 AM

[RBW] WTB 56cm or 58 cm Sam frameset

Oh, and I don't mind either a single tt or 2tt. Like said above the more scratches the better. I have a offroadish group with bullmoose bars I'm looking to build as a fun camping bike! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To

Re: [RBW] Re: Recent Blug post; no date given, but perhaps it's today's, 0915.

Touché Bill! Grant keep your chin up! Xxoo Liesl who worked in the restaurant industry for 10 years where people have been known to consume an entire meal and then complain about "cold hard Alfredo", wanting their entree comped -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the

[RBW] Re: non-destructive complete removal of tag in MUSA moleskin shirt - anyone know how?

Oh dang I see now you are talking about the tag rubbing your neck and I'm talking about the one below the front buttons. Sorry for the confusion. On Wednesday, September 16, 2015 at 4:24:10 PM UTC-5, Thomas Lynn Skean wrote: > > I'm afraid we're talking about different tags or shirts here. The

[RBW] Re: Novels???

Yeah, maybe just a bit depressing... might as well add *Cat's Cradle* to that list! :-) On Wednesday, September 16, 2015 at 1:08:15 PM UTC-7, WETH wrote: > > *The Road* by Cormac McCarthy > *On the Beach* by Nevil Shute > > Two favorites of mine- a bit depressing however. > > On Wednesday,

[RBW] Re: Novels???

*A Month in the Country* by JL Carr. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group,

[RBW] Re: non-destructive complete removal of tag in MUSA moleskin shirt - anyone know how?

I'm afraid we're talking about different tags or shirts here. The only red thread on this shirt is holding on the buttons (and not all that well, but that's a separate issue :)). My shirt has two tags of which I'm aware. One is the red/white/blue MUSA tag, and it does not touch me when I'm

[RBW] Re: Quickbeam Riding Charactertics

It's a first generation (green) Quickbeam. Maybe with original tires??? I think $1200 is within reason, especially if they will work with you on shipping, paypal, etc. That was the original price IIRC, so they do hold their value. 58 & 60 are probably the most desirable sizes as well. What are

[RBW] Re: non-destructive complete removal of tag in MUSA moleskin shirt - anyone know how?

I'm talking about the big ol' MUSA tag; I thought I remembered it being sewn on with red thread. Whatever color the thread just stick to ripping out the stitching holding the tag on and you'll be fine; it is completely separate (on all MUSA stuff) from anything important. On Wednesday,

Re: [RBW] Novels???

On 09/16/2015 11:51 AM, Patrick Moore wrote: Kindle has dozens if not hundreds of free or sub $3 books in the public domain. Do you like Kipling? I'm puzzled: why would you pay three bucks for a free book in the public domain, when you could get it free? -- You received this message

[RBW] WTB 56cm or 58 cm Sam frameset

Not trying to beat a dead horse here, but if you have something similar to in capibility and price as a Sam I'm interested as well. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails

[RBW] Re: non-destructive complete removal of tag in MUSA moleskin shirt - anyone know how?

No problem! Thanks for the consideration. Yours, Thomas Lynn Skean *Life is grand when you're Hillborne-borne!* On Wednesday, September 16, 2015 at 5:36:36 PM UTC-5, john muhl wrote: > Oh dang I see now you are talking about the tag rubbing your neck and I'm > talking about the one below the

[RBW] Re: Recent Blug post; no date given, but perhaps it's today's, 0915.

And on top of that, that returned shifter was used as an example/illustration in a bigger observation. On Wednesday, September 16, 2015 at 7:08:23 AM UTC-7, Philip Kim wrote: > > yep. i didn't even read it as a shaming, just Grant trying to be > transparent. > > On Wednesday, September 16,

Re: [RBW] Re: Quickbeam Riding Charactertics

Thanks Eunice for the QB info link. I'm in the Charlotte area, where are you in NC? On Wednesday, September 16, 2015 at 12:26:44 PM UTC-4, Eunice Chang wrote: > > If you're curious can find history of QB here: > > http://www.cyclofiend.com/rbw/quickbeam/index.html > > -E. (fellow QB owner in

Re: [RBW] Novels???

On 09/16/2015 07:57 PM, Deacon Patrick wrote: Steve, it's the difference between playing tennis in a wild, lumpy, unmarked meadow with occasional fire ant hills and on a beautiful grass court with net and court markings. Or in bike parlance between a fee set of rusty, wobbly dinged wheels

[RBW] Re: Waterford Paint

The paint on my Waterford Atlantis is noticeably tougher than the paint on my Taiwanese Betty Foy or Toyo Saluki. So if you are choosing amongst Rivs based on paint toughness the Waterfords seem the clear winner to me. On Wednesday, September 16, 2015 at 6:38:34 PM UTC-5, Richard L wrote: > >

Re: [RBW] Re: Waterford Paint

My first custom was Waterford build and painted. The build was very good; the paint was indeed prone to chipping. But that was over 20 years ago; I can't say if their paint today is the same. On Wednesday, September 16, 2015 at 4:38:34 PM UTC-7, Richard L wrote: > I've read on several other

Re: [RBW] Novels???

I have no clue. What's not to like about Project Gutenberg? On 09/16/2015 07:47 PM, Patrick Moore wrote: You figure it out. I'll give you three guesses. On Wed, Sep 16, 2015 at 2:17 PM, Steve Palincsar > wrote: On 09/16/2015 11:51 AM, Patrick

Re: [RBW] Novels???

You figure it out. I'll give you three guesses. On Wed, Sep 16, 2015 at 2:17 PM, Steve Palincsar wrote: > > On 09/16/2015 11:51 AM, Patrick Moore wrote: > >> Kindle has dozens if not hundreds of free or sub $3 books in the public >> domain. Do you like Kipling? >> > > I'm

[RBW] Re: Waterford Paint

My question is out of curiosity. Just wondering if members' experiences are the same as what I've read elsewhere. As with the vast majority of Rivendell owners, I have only good to say about Rivendell. I'm currently not looking for another bike, and if I was it would be a Waterford-built

[RBW] Re: Waterford Paint

Richard, I own a 1992 Paramount, original owner, built and painted by Waterford, and a 2007 Waterford, both have excellent paint jobs and are holding up well. Bill On Wednesday, September 16, 2015 at 7:38:34 PM UTC-4, Richard L wrote: > > I've read on several other forums that Waterford paint

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