Re: [Ext] [RBW] Re: OT: Update on ECHS Mountain Bike Racing Team (some Riv content, plus begging for donations)

Matt guessed correctly that the NorCal race series has Ben held at Fort Ord twice this year. There's plenty of sand for your drivetrain at Fort Ord. :-) BL of ECHS -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this

[RBW] FS: Grand Bois Cypress tires (2x) - $90 shipped USA

Add some supple-ness to your Riv or whatever else. Selling my lightly used set of Grand Bois Cypress tires. They are marked 700 x 30mm but they measure 32mm on my TB14 rims, similar on my A23. 200 miles on a trainer on the rear, 30 miles on the road for the front. *$90 shipped USA* -- You

[RBW] Sam Orange

BTW... Enjoy the new ride. It's a wonderful bike. Most comfortable and enjoyable bike I've ever owned. John -- 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

[RBW] Sam Orange

I have the older (2010? 2011?) orange Sam. The differences I know of is that that older one is: - 56 instead of 55 - canti rather than sidepull brakes - the new forks have separate mounting holes for rack and fenders (nice) whereas mine only has one - the orange is slightly pearlescent and

[RBW] Re: book of possible interest to Rivendell riders

I know it's a cartoon, but what makes it funny is that it's somewhat true. On Thursday, March 30, 2017 at 9:49:23 AM UTC-5, Edwin W wrote: > > [image: “The two things that really drew me to vinyl were the expense and > the inconvenience.”] > “The two things that really drew me to vinyl were the

[RBW] Re: book of possible interest to Rivendell riders

[image: “The two things that really drew me to vinyl were the expense and the inconvenience.”] “The two things that really drew me to vinyl were the expense and the inconvenience.” http://www.newyorker.com/cartoons/a19180 Friction shifting and vinyl spinning in Music City, Edwin On Thursday,

RE: [RBW] Re: book of possible interest to Rivendell riders

Well, I must admit that what´s keeping me friction shifting is cheap and convenient. Olof Stroh Who has tried – and own – index shifting, but doesn´t bother to install it any more in Uppsala Sweden From: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com [mailto:rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com] On

[RBW] book of possible interest to Rivendell riders

I have been reading a new book that might be of interest to group members: *The Revenge of Analog *by David Sax. So far, the author has discussed the revival of vinyl records just when it appeared that the MP3 had conquered vinyl forever. I think he's going to take it to other areas as well. I

Re: [RBW] Re: book of possible interest to Rivendell riders

Ray: good points about the social/human aspects of vinyl. Hadn't thought of those. I have heard of the superior aural quality. Funny: my daughter is 15 2/3 and has talked to me about how cool vinyl is with her cohort and how she would like to get what back in the day we'uns naively called a

Re: [RBW] Re: book of possible interest to Rivendell riders

This is true. I mean about friction shifting (if "records" don't add aural benefits to their fragility and awkwardness and cost, then IMO they are a silly choice since they don't add the element of human intervention and skill. Read on.). It's precisely the mental and physical engagement, and the

Re: [RBW] Re: book of possible interest to Rivendell riders

If I may extend this to automobiles: perhaps I'm just old, but I find the modern cars I've driven (which, as appliances, are wonderful: fleet full size, 4 cyls, almost 200 hp, cruise at 90+, get 30+ mpg, and hold the road well?) boring precisely because they more and more "do it all." My favorite

Re: [RBW] Re: book of possible interest to Rivendell riders

Patrick et al, One thing that vinyl used to add, and I can't say if it does today, is the element of listening to an entire side or both sides of an album. Add some friends to the mix and you pass around the album cover, read the liner notes and anything else the band or

Re: [RBW] Re: book of possible interest to Rivendell riders

I don't take it as shouting. And I'm not intending to start a debate about the merits of friction shifting. I just thought its a book that had some parallels to Rivendellism. As this author makes the point that in some circumstances, the low-tech solution is preferable. On Thursday, March 30,

[RBW] FS: Wilbury 55 cm

The Wilbury is sold. Thanks to everyone who looked. Howard Livonia -- 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: book of possible interest to Rivendell riders

I heard a report, I think on NPR, in the past two weeks, how vinyl music sales have increased and are at a multi-decade high point. A gentleman they interviewed for the report likened listening to music on vinyl as an active listening experience vs. the passive listening in convenient, digital

Re: [RBW] Re: Securing big Sackville to rack

I use an Irish strap on the rear slot. I use it with a tombstone nitto, an old Pletscher rack, and the Clem rack. Both are fine. I want to invent a system of strong magnets on the underside to secure it to the rack, but it won't work on aluminium...also, the slit on the bag is too small for the

[RBW] Securing big Sackville to rack

I just got a used Big One that happily will work with both my Dahon and my Matthews. On the Dahon it just hangs down from VO loops bolted to the Flite's rails, and I cut slots for a seatpost strap; the straps, loops, and dowel support the weight, and I've carried 30+ lb this way with other

Re: [RBW] Re: book of possible interest to Rivendell riders

I'm actually curious to how many audiophiles are on here. I feel like high end steel bikes and fancy (usually non-mass produced) audio gear have a lot in common. With the big difference that I can hide my bike in the garage when i'm not using and it gets me outside ;). With records you get to

[RBW] Re: Securing big Sackville to rack

Hi Patrick, I attach my large saddlesack using a single toe-clip strap at the rear-most position. shoji arlington ma On Thursday, March 30, 2017 at 3:51:29 PM UTC-4, Patrick Moore wrote: > > I just got a used Big One that happily will work with both my Dahon and my > Matthews. On the Dahon

Re: [RBW] Re: book of possible interest to Rivendell riders

I'm the project manager for an AV automation and integration firm, but I design all the two-channel listening room systems. While I weaned myself off the ceaseless tweaks and tube rolls years ago, my pile of "rainy day" amps is bigger than my pile of bikes... and I have a lot of bikes. Jeff

Re: [RBW] Re: Securing big Sackville to rack

Thanks. Then I am ready to go. On Thu, Mar 30, 2017 at 2:04 PM, Shoji Takahashi wrote: > Hi Patrick, > I attach my large saddlesack using a single toe-clip strap at the > rear-most position. > > shoji > arlington ma > > > On Thursday, March 30, 2017 at 3:51:29 PM

Re: [RBW] Re: book of possible interest to Rivendell riders

I got a little portable record player for my almost 4-year old recently so she can listen to music with since she was starting to show interest in my turntable. I loaded up on some used kids records specifically for her so she could enjoy the physical aspect of picking out records and looking at

[RBW] Re: Securing big Sackville to rack

I use 3 zip ties on each side of the bag to the rack, not only for stability but a little more difficult to remove for SECURITY! On Thursday, March 30, 2017 at 12:51:29 PM UTC-7, Patrick Moore wrote: > > I just got a used Big One that happily will work with both my Dahon and my > Matthews. On

[RBW] Garage Sale, Riv and Nitto stuff, at Gravel & Grind April 22nd and 23rd

I'll stop by. Any shop ride going on that wknd? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to

[RBW] Re: REMINDER: Coffee Outside Bay Area

This Sat. at 7AM is COFFEE OUTSIDE BAY AREA. Hope to see you there-it's gonna be beautiful. More info @coffeeoutsideba On Wednesday, March 1, 2017 at 3:26:20 PM UTC-8, Kellie wrote: > > >

[RBW] Re: Securing big Sackville to rack

i got the people at a signshop here to cut me a piece of black platic signboard. it forms a bottom floor and doesnt promote flopping. i also use zip ties and sometimes a bit of brake cable and some of those crushable two hole fittings to secure the cable after running it around the rack and a

[RBW] New-to-me Sackville Large on Hon Solo

It's a one year limited of the Boardwalk, a bike they've been making forever. Dahon likes to dabble in limited runs sometimes, mostly anniversary models. -- 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: book of possible interest to Rivendell riders

I have been able to keep my audio nerd tendencies to a minimum recently. Although I do have 2 turntables and 3k records. But gone are the days of active crossovers, 6 mono block amps and all the fun that comes with quirky British "HiFi." The turntables are put away right now as my 5 year old

[RBW] New-to-me Sackville Large on Hon Solo

Looks great! I always liked the look of those bikes. I never understood why it was a one year, limited edition thing instead of a regular part of the line up. How does it ride with the big bag? Cheers! Chris -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW

[RBW] New-to-me Sackville Large on Hon Solo

Patrick, I predict serious wheelies in your future ;-) -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To

[RBW] Re: Garage Sale, Riv and Nitto stuff, at Gravel & Grind April 22nd and 23rd

Sounds like fun - I'll try to be there. Always need a little something...and with a huge Rosco mixte on the way; good timing. Marty On Tuesday, March 28, 2017 at 5:26:48 PM UTC-4, Gravel & Grind Espresso + Bikes wrote: > > Hey gang, > > Second annual garage sale is happening at Gravel &

[RBW] FS: Pass & Stow rack, Porteur bags

Selling a black Pass and Stow porteur rack and a couple of porteur bags. Pass and Stow rack - It is in great shape and includes the modified Gino lamp mount. I had this rack on my Cheviot and it was a really great rack. In process of re-tooling the bikes and don't really need the P Integrated

[RBW] Securing big Sackville to rack

When supporting Carradice saddlebags on racks, I always wrap the front seatpost-intended strap around the front of the rack. I can't vouch for this with Sackvilles, but I've never had a problem with swaying loads on Carradice: The front strap centers the bag, and the weight of stuff pushes it

[RBW] Re: Securing big Sackville to rack

Thanks, all. Since this will be a (somewhat) quick on and off bag for both bikes, I'll use the toe strap method for the Matthews' rack. It's big! I had a Medium (should have kept it) and that carried huge loads, but this is claimed to be 32.5 liters when full but not bursting at seams. In

[RBW] Re: FS: Pass & Stow rack, Porteur bags

P rack and ILE bag sold. Freight Bag is still available. Dan On Thu, Mar 30, 2017 at 3:32 PM, Dan McNamara wrote: > Selling a black Pass and Stow porteur rack and a couple of porteur bags. > > Pass and Stow rack - It is in great shape and includes the modified Gino >

Re: [RBW] Re: book of possible interest to Rivendell riders

Gee, this brings back memories. I recall buying my first "pop" record purchase, a single "45", Hey Jude/I am the Walrus, from a high end record store in New Delhi, 1968, age about 13. They had listening booths, fer crying out loud! My father wasn't about to let me use his cabinet stereo (hi hi"),

[RBW] Re: REMINDER: Coffee Outside Bay Area

See you there! -- 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] Re: FS 2 new Schwalbe G-One Speed 29" x 2.35" Snakeskin TL- Easy tires

Are these the new version of the Big One? On Thursday, March 30, 2017 at 7:52:05 PM UTC-5, Bruce Smitham wrote: > > For Sale are 2 new in box Schwalbe G-One Speed 29" x 2.35 Snakeskin > TL-Easy tires. $80 for them both plus shipping CONUS. > > > > Thanks, > > > > Bruce in San Diego > --

[RBW] FS 56 cm double TT Sam frame

2012 Sam Hillborne frame only excellent condition, double top tube, blue head tube, with headset, seat post, NIB BB. $650 plus shipping. Also have Brooks C17, Tektro side pulls.

[RBW] FS: Rivendell Road (Relisted)

My LBS was successful in removing the stem from my 1997 Rivendell Road, so I am putting it back on the market. The bike is now 100% ready to go. Price is $1450 shipped in the CONUS—same price as before. If nobody on this list steps up, I’ll offer it elsewhere at a higher price, so act now!

Re: [RBW] Re: A post asking about posts

Thomson is coming out with a more traditional setback in 25mm, thank heavens: http://www.cxmagazine.com/thomson-25mm-setback-elite-seatpost-road-cross-gravel-alloy-drop-handlebars On Wednesday, March 29, 2017 at 2:06:54 PM UTC-5, Tim Gavin wrote: > > > > On Wed, Mar 29, 2017 at 2:04 PM, Joe

[RBW] Re: FS - Pair of Jack Brown Blues

Tires are spoken for, thanks! On Wednesday, March 29, 2017 at 12:40:24 PM UTC-5, Stuart Lovinggood wrote: > > For some reason I thought I would have a use for these, but now don't have > a bike to run them on. They have at the very most 1000 miles on them. > Swapped these out with knobbies

Re: [RBW] Securing big Sackville to rack

Patrick, I mounted that same bag yesterday on my new to me Hunquapillar. Mine is on a Nitto R 14 without a tombstone, I used a long Strap that came with Cartwright series of bags. I can'timagine putting very much in this very large bag and not wanting a rack. Steve Plymouth, N.H. On Thu, Mar 30,

[RBW] FS: Sam Hillborne Frameset, Racks, etc.

I recently bought an Atlantis which came up for sale locally. As a result, I am selling my Sam Hillborne. I am not the original owner of the Sam. I bought it off Ebay. The frame is, I believe, a 55. I am selling the the frame/fork with the headset, brakes, front and rear der. I also

Re: [RBW] Re: Grant coached Bike Snob on today's blog post

To me, it seems obvious that pretty much the entire blog is tongue in cheek. He does seem to take advocacy seriously though, which is nice. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving

Re: [RBW] Re: FS 2 new Schwalbe G-One Speed 29" x 2.35" Snakeskin TL- Easy tires

I think so. I ordered them thinking they were more like my G-One 38mm with knobs but this tire is more like an updated version of the Big-Ones Bruce On Thu, Mar 30, 2017 at 7:11 PM, Geeter wrote: > Are these the new version of the Big One? > > On Thursday, March 30, 2017 at

[RBW] FS: Ibex, Carradice

On mobile right now so can't dm. I'll take the Ibex. -- 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

[RBW] Re: book of possible interest to Rivendell riders

I grew up with vinyl (still having a couple hundred records but haven't spun them in DECADES). I frankly don't get the notion that vinyl "sounds better". I really think, for us older folks (boomers) it comes down to what we grew up on, while the new kids are attracted by the "cool factor"

Re: [RBW] Re: book of possible interest to Rivendell riders

With you here Ray. I spin Vinyl on two systems not tubed but Solid State Marantz and Sansui. The Aural quality can't be beat IMO. I can live with or without friction. Personally I like index but on occasion have shifted friction only, it works. Jim S the book looks interesting thanks for

[RBW] FS: Ibex, Carradice

Some more items for sale. Prices include shipping CONUS, Paypal F/F only. - Ibex Indie Boulder Zip T in pewter heather. 100% merino. Size M. Only worn a couple of times. Perfect. Cost $60 new. $45. - Vintage Carradice Junior saddlebag (not sure of vintage... 80s? 90s?). In good

Re: [RBW] Re: A post asking about posts

I hope they make a 29.8 for the Clem Smiths of the world. -Kai Brooklyn NY -- 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