Re: [RBW] Re: Hobbies that compliment your Rivendell lifestyle

I'll chime in: I don't have any real "hobbies" except cycling, though I have interests; but I do cook my own food, buying mostly basic, unprocessed ingredients. (Well, cheese; wine, salami ... ok, not so much ...) I tend not to cook for myself, but when Catie is with me, it's pancakes, waffles, hom

Re: [RBW] Re: Hobbies that compliment your Rivendell lifestyle

On Apr 26, 2010, at 11:30 AM, Phil Brown wrote: Photography with a Leica. I'm trying to sell my Leica MP to finance a Rivendell...! I'll keep my OM-1md though, faithful foto friend ever since 1976. This is a great thread--what an interesting bunch y'all are! Rob in Seattle -- You receiv

Re: [RBW] Re: Speed Up My Sam

Interesting analysis; so it's the "surging" that brings out the advantage of a light wheel on a climb. I do notice that I tend to "surge" and, when on a fixed gear, even while sitting, if you are pedaling at a slow rpm, the bike tends to momentarily slow, then speed up as you pedal. I shall have to

Re: [RBW] Re: Speed Up My Sam

On Mon, Apr 26, 2010 at 11:29 PM, PATRICK MOORE wrote: >> > Not when you are climbing; the difference between a heavy wheel and a light > one is amazing. This is going to be truer for a person riding a fixie, or a person (like me) who rides a geared bike but doesn't pedal smoothly. Slowing down

Re: [RBW] Re: Speed Up My Sam

On Mon, Apr 26, 2010 at 9:32 PM, benzzoy wrote: > > I also have significant reservations about the "heavy wheels" > comments. Anyone with a trainer can try this out: Rack each bike up > on the trainer, disengage the drag mechanism, and pedal. Put on some > load and then pedal again. See? The d

[RBW] Re: Got my Saluki!

The SRAM levers are good. They are easier to grab. I also have the interrupters on the bar. I am not sure I would have gotten them after knowing how easy the SRAMS are to grab. On Apr 26, 7:38 am, Justin August wrote: > How do you like the SRAM levers? > > On Apr 26, 1:10 am, Calm54 wrote: >

[RBW] Re: Got my Saluki!

The brandywine is nice! On Apr 26, 7:47 am, Bruce wrote: > I like it okay, but that Brandywine Red is what I'm going for when my sage > green one needs a re-do. > >  http://cyclofiend.com/cc/2007/cc307-iankersey0507.html > > > From: cyclotourist > To: rbw-owners

[RBW] Re: Hobbies that compliment your Rivendell lifestyle

My hobbies are fly-fishing for Trout on rivers and outdoor photography. I really understand the bamboo rod experience. Now that is something I could get into... On Apr 26, 7:41 am, Bridgestone wrote: > You're an all-steel, tweed, canvas and shellac kind of guy/girl. Has > owning a Rivendell ope

[RBW] Re: Got my Saluki!

Thanks. and yes it is a 47 cm. I am impressed with the Saluki. Dave at Riv told me that there is really no difference between the Saluki and the A Homer Hilsen. Cal On Apr 26, 1:10 pm, JL wrote: > Great bike!  Is that a 47cm?  I have to say my saluki is one of my > favorite bikes to ride. > >

Re: [RBW] Re: Speed Up My Sam

There is one more thing to say in favor of a "racing" position; though this term is really a false one, since it is used by riders who have no thought whatsoever of racing; and that is that it is in a sense more comfortable for putting out power if you like to push yourself. The butt-back, lower ba

Re: [RBW] Re: Sam goes Outside

On Tue, Apr 27, 2010 at 12:03 AM, TJ Ramb wrote: > > http://outside.away.com/outside/gear/201005/best-utility-bikes-rivendell-samuel-hillborne.html > > hope this helps - I wouldn't see the mag for a month being in > Australia . > > And they even praise the friction shifting of the Silvers! " *D-C

Re: [RBW] Re: silvers v. dura-ace vrs Suntour

"and how does everyone feel the Suntour bar ends are compared to the others?" Do you mean the old power ratchets? I've not used the Dura Aces (or, at least, I've only used the circa 1976 Dura Aces, but not the more recent ones -- that's both true and a joke, folks, and you can apply for an explana

[RBW] Re: Sam goes Outside

http://outside.away.com/outside/gear/201005/best-utility-bikes-rivendell-samuel-hillborne.html hope this helps - I wouldn't see the mag for a month being in Australia . On Apr 26, 5:13 am, PATRICK MOORE wrote: > On Sun, Apr 25, 2010 at 6:50 AM, Jon Grant wrote: > > Jon ³Little Words² Grant, w

[RBW] Re: Nitto Highrider front rack vs. Big Front Rack vs. Low Riders

No comparison. Love my lowriders. Tracks straight as a train. Esteban San Diego, Calif. On Apr 26, 9:57 pm, Rene Sterental wrote: > Does anybody have any experience comparing these three? > > René > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups > "RBW Owners

[RBW] Nitto Highrider front rack vs. Big Front Rack vs. Low Riders

Does anybody have any experience comparing these three? René -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-b

Re: [RBW] Re: Speed Up My Sam

That's a good upgrade, Eddy! On Mon, Apr 26, 2010 at 8:41 PM, rcnute wrote: > Ride Up Grades. > > On Apr 26, 9:10 am, "Darin G." wrote: > > Alright, this will probably sound un-Rivish,...please don't pick my > > bones over. I'm new to this type of bicycle. > > > > I need my commuter/tourer Sam

[RBW] Re: Speed Up My Sam

Ride Up Grades. On Apr 26, 9:10 am, "Darin G." wrote: > Alright, this will probably sound un-Rivish,...please don't pick my > bones over.  I'm new to this type of bicycle. > > I need my commuter/tourer Sam to go faster, if possible.  I have a > slate of century rides and a 200 km brevet lined up

[RBW] Re: Speed Up My Sam

On Apr 26, 9:10 am, "Darin G." wrote: > I'm about 1.5 to 3 mph slower over the same course > than I was on "road bike." This bit is very puzzling because unless you're cycling around in a pair of parachute pants, most equipment changes won't drop your average speed by that much. OK, maybe if yo

Re: [RBW] Re: Speed Up My Sam

On Mon, Apr 26, 2010 at 11:18 PM, Ken Yokanovich wrote: > Here's just an idea... since it sounds like one of your riding > partners is riding your old bike, why don't you swap bikes mid-ride > for a direct comparison?  Is it the equipment or the motor?  Position > or equipment? > > Never under est

[RBW] Re: Speed Up My Sam

Here's just an idea... since it sounds like one of your riding partners is riding your old bike, why don't you swap bikes mid-ride for a direct comparison? Is it the equipment or the motor? Position or equipment? Never under estimate the power of the psychological perception of disadvantage. Th

[RBW] Re: Speed Up My Sam

i have not tried this brand of wheels yet, but have just learned about them. lightweight and reasonable prices. how unusual. http://www.neuvationcycling.com/wheels.html motors are important, but relatively long wheel based, heavy wheeled, not-light steel tubed bikes, bigger/fatter heavy tires a

[RBW] Re: Hobbies that compliment your Rivendell lifestyle

I can't claim to be all-steel/tweed/shellac or that Rivendell has influenced my other hobbies, but many of my other interests have been mentioned. Mandolin? Check, a Weber Hyalite. I don't think anyone mentioned ukulele, but there are a couple of those around here too. Tube audio? I've built a c

Re: [RBW] Re: New Bleriot Owner; Mushing thru turns

You guys are totally abusing and misusing the 'em' prefix. Your words must be cromulent*, or they don't count. Gino "adder of embiggen to rivbike.com, among other user interfaces" Z. * http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lisa_the_Iconoclast On Sat, Apr 24, 2010 at 9:13 AM, William wrote: > > Patric

[RBW] Re: Hobbies that compliment your Rivendell lifestyle

My hobby is work, so I can afford to buy more stuff from Rivendell. td -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rb

[RBW] Re: Hobbies that compliment your Rivendell lifestyle

Well..I don't fly fish, switched to digital after photographing for 30+ years with film, play the mandolin and harmonicas, and enjoy competitive target shooting. I like to camp and have done so when bicycle touring so I like the idea of doing the overnight camping trips by bicycle. I enjoy writ

[RBW] Re: Hobbies that compliment your Rivendell lifestyle

I collect Rivendell Readers. Just acquired the elusive #10...had to buy a whole bunch of other stuff, including a Bridgestone apron...which my wife wore yesterday while cooking...DOH! to get it... but collection complete! Does anybody collect Rivendell bikes? I've got the OCD (obsessive collecti

[RBW] Re: Hobbies that compliment your Rivendell lifestyle

Small world! We have used your site a couple times in the past... how cool is that?! Ha, small world indeed. -Scott On Apr 26, 4:35 pm, Steve wrote: > Keeping my fleet of antique Volvos on the road for use when the Riv is > best left in the garage.  My website helps you get your Volvo to a > m

[RBW] Re: Hobbies that compliment your Rivendell lifestyle

On Apr 26, 8:44 pm, "i.e." wrote: > I play old-time fiddle, banjo, and guitar: DIY music. nice to see so many musicians in this bunch, especially of the acoustic variety. it's not surprising - luthiery and framebuilding have a lot in common; making music and riding bikes are good for the soul.

[RBW] Re: Speed Up My Sam

Well race style bikes are significantly faster when climbing due to low weight and light wheels and when going fast due to increased aerodynamics (due to the position your body takes) but..on a long ride they beat you up and its not enjoyable. The Mavic rims are heavy and if you don't n

[RBW] Re: Hobbies that compliment your Rivendell lifestyle

I play old-time fiddle, banjo, and guitar: DIY music. Isaac -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu

[RBW] Re: silvers v. dura-ace vrs Suntour

and how does everyone feel the Suntour bar ends are compared to the others? The blunt ends seem safer to me... for just that one time I don't pay attention. I've bee using Silvers and they seem ok .. I do get distracted more when I'm friction shifting wheras the indexed stuff is "clunk" and it's

Re: [RBW] hiawatha cyclery print

Enjoy the ride, indeed! On Mon, Apr 26, 2010 at 4:34 PM, Seth Vidal wrote: > I assume this is quasi on topic since I found out about the print > here. I got my print from Hiawatha back from the framers today: > > http://www.flickr.com/photos/skvidal/4556326860/ > > I think it came out really nic

[RBW] Re: Hobbies that compliment your Rivendell lifestyle

Keeping my fleet of antique Volvos on the road for use when the Riv is best left in the garage. My website helps you get your Volvo to a million miles or beyond: http://www.brickboard.com/FAQ/700-900/ Steve On Apr 26, 9:41 am, Bridgestone wrote: > You're an all-steel, tweed, canvas and shellac k

[RBW] hiawatha cyclery print

I assume this is quasi on topic since I found out about the print here. I got my print from Hiawatha back from the framers today: http://www.flickr.com/photos/skvidal/4556326860/ I think it came out really nicely with the green frame. Thanks Jim! -sv -- You received this message because you ar

[RBW] Re: Hobbies that compliment your Rivendell lifestyle

I too use a Leica M and shoot black and white film. I've been shooting since I was about 17 and with a Leica for the last 20+ years. On Apr 26, 11:35 am, Kenneth Stagg wrote: > On Mon, Apr 26, 2010 at 9:41 AM, Bridgestone wrote: > > You're an all-steel, tweed, canvas and shellac kind of guy/girl

[RBW] Re: Homer w/ Greens or Homer w/ Blues (was Speed Up Sam)

Yeah - I couldn't tell a difference either - similar tire life, similar puncture resistance, equally fun to ride. On Apr 26, 3:16 pm, James Warren wrote: > I know experiences vary, but I gotta point out that I equally love the ride > of Homer (AHH) with JB Blues or JB Greens. Can't tell a differ

Re: [RBW] Re: Got my Saluki!

It would be neat if Saluki and AHH were seasonal things. At certain times of the year or every couple years or whatever, the bike sold by Rivendell would be the Saluki with Saluki decals and that butterscotch. And then after a while, the company would stop selling the Saluki, but sell the AHH in

[RBW] Homer w/ Greens or Homer w/ Blues (was Speed Up Sam)

I know experiences vary, but I gotta point out that I equally love the ride of Homer (AHH) with JB Blues or JB Greens. Can't tell a difference. Amazingly good either way.   -Jim W. -Original Message- From: cyclotourist Sent: Apr 26, 2010 9:17 AM To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Subje

[RBW] Re: Hobbies that compliment your Rivendell lifestyle

My wife is still fairly adamant that she only wants one bike. Have been able to get her to change that bike, but only after we found a buyer for the last one. Like KPS enjoy photography with a film Leica. Also playing acoustic guitars. Main one right now is one a friend built. 00 size rosewo

[RBW] Re: Speed Up My Sam

Last year I did a super randonneur series on a Hilsen that was set-up very simillar to your Sam. I had JB blues, a Sugino triple and some pretty heavy wheels (Salsa Delgados, 36h, XT hubs). While the tires felt a bit sluggish I only had one flat and overall they're fine. I had pretty good times las

[RBW] Re: Speed Up My Sam

haven't you heard it's not the bike it's the motor! And those fancy lycra togs will make you look fast too. hehe. I would 2nd the other notes... tires and wheels are biggest factor in my opinion, but I'd use some fast 28-30's.. 25's are too skinny! other then that... take off excess weight... r

Re: [RBW] Re: silvers v. dura-ace

Practice helps. On Mon, Apr 26, 2010 at 2:35 AM, Joe Bernard wrote: > In my curved-bar days, I preferred both. Silver friction front, DA > index rear. I tried Silver friction on the rear for a while. > Definitely smooth and silent, but I was never able to warm up to > friction on the rear, espec

Re: [RBW] Re: silvers v. dura-ace

The shifter knocks the pump off the frame. On Mon, Apr 26, 2010 at 6:24 AM, JoelMatthews wrote: > > And why is that bad? > > Dings, dents, scratches. > > On Apr 26, 6:10 am, happyriding wrote: > > On Apr 25, 8:22 pm, PATRICK MOORE wrote: > > > > > The Silvers shift better than any friction shi

[RBW] Re: Hobbies that compliment your Rivendell lifestyle

hey seth, funny, i hadn't thought about grant's comment that seven is a good number of bikes. i guess i said 'more than i'm supposed to have' because of an earlier thread i ran across a few days ago (a thread from back in 2007, i think) where beth h. was mentioning that it's more rare than not f

[RBW] Re: Hobbies that compliment your Rivendell lifestyle

Interesting replies. For me, cycling has been part of an aerobic outdoors lifestyle that included running, hiking, climbing, and cross- country skiing. Clean oxygen-fed sport as XCZone.tv has called it. I know longer do the running or climbing. But the Riv/BOB bent was a decision to keep the gear l

[RBW] Re: Got my Saluki!

Great bike! Is that a 47cm? I have to say my saluki is one of my favorite bikes to ride. On Apr 26, 12:39 pm, cyclotourist wrote: > Maybe in Latin? > > On Mon, Apr 26, 2010 at 11:34 AM, Frederick, Steve < > > > > frede...@mail.lib.msu.edu> wrote: > >  Good point!  I don't think "abandoned kitte

Re: [RBW] Hobbies that compliment your Rivendell lifestyle

Craft beer sampling has always been high on my list of Rivendell related hobbies. On Mon, Apr 26, 2010 at 12:14 PM, Dustin Sharp wrote: > Apparently off-topic posting to bike lists is chief among the hobbies that > complement Riv lifestyles. > > ;) > > Dustin Sharp > San Diego, Calif. > > > -- >

Re: [RBW] Re: Got my Saluki!

Maybe in Latin? On Mon, Apr 26, 2010 at 11:34 AM, Frederick, Steve < frede...@mail.lib.msu.edu> wrote: > Good point! I don't think "abandoned kitten found on a country road," > would fit on a headbadge anyway... > > -Original Message- > *From:* rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com [mailto:

[RBW] Hobbies that compliment your Rivendell lifestyle

Apparently off-topic posting to bike lists is chief among the hobbies that complement Riv lifestyles. ;) Dustin Sharp San Diego, Calif. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@

[RBW] Re: Hobbies that compliment your Rivendell lifestyle

I tinker with old watches ad am getting into recycling old leather into watch straps. Shave with a 1950's DE Gillette Superspeed. Sewing, although not as much since I had to sell my Bernina 950 due to space issues. Woodblock printing. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to

Re: [RBW] Re: silvers v. dura-ace

You are in good company. Sheldon Brown said more than once that he preferred indexed shifting for the rear derailer. Sent from my BlackBerry® smartphone -Original Message- From: Joe Bernard Date: Mon, 26 Apr 2010 01:35:04 To: RBW Owners Bunch Subject: [RBW] Re: silvers v. dura-ace In

Re: [RBW] Hobbies that compliment your Rivendell lifestyle

On Mon, Apr 26, 2010 at 9:41 AM, Bridgestone wrote: > You're an all-steel, tweed, canvas and shellac kind of guy/girl. Has > owning a Rivendell opened you up to new hobbies? Well, I started this before I'd heard of Rivendell but I see woodworking with antique, hand-powered tools to be complimenta

RE: [RBW] Re: Got my Saluki!

Good point! I don't think "abandoned kitten found on a country road," would fit on a headbadge anyway... -Original Message- From: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com [mailto:rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com]on Behalf Of cyclotourist Sent: Monday, April 26, 2010 1:15 PM To: rbw-owners-bun

[RBW] Re: Hobbies that compliment your Rivendell lifestyle

Photography with a Leica. Phil Brown -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegr

[RBW] Re: Speed Up My Sam

I would take off the rack for faster rides/ events and maybe get some narrower tires. Clipless pedals? Then I would smell the flowers. When you do get a new more specialized bike you will be that much better. Cheers! cm -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups

Re: [RBW] Speed Up My Sam

on 4/26/10 9:10 AM, Darin G. at dbg...@mac.com wrote: > Alright, this will probably sound un-Rivish,...please don't pick my > bones over. I'm new to this type of bicycle. > > I need my commuter/tourer Sam to go faster, if possible. I have a > slate of century rides and a 200 km brevet lined up

[RBW] Re: Speed Up My Sam

Forgot to add Nice looking SAM! looks like a great all around ride On Apr 26, 10:53 am, "Darin G." wrote: > If the Roadeo had rack mounts I'd consider it, at least for a rear > with a trunk bag.  I guess I could put a big Arkel handlebar bag on it > or something.  As is, waiting to see if the Am

[RBW] Re: Speed Up My Sam

Darin I will preface this by saying I am fortunate to have two bikes; a Steel bike with 36h Rims/35c Pasela's racks front and rear etc for comfort riding and a Cannondale R800 stripped down for faster rides but before I picked up my steel ride I tired to make my R800 an all rounder with mixed resu

[RBW] Re: horseshoe rackthing's function

Thanks Grant. Pretty much what I thought. On Apr 26, 11:54 am, Grant Petersen wrote: > It prevents a load from the center wire of a canti- or centerpull brake, > mainly. Also helps locate the load on the platform, so it doesn't scoot > into  or above the brake itself, so you can work on the brak

[RBW] Re: Hobbies that compliment your Rivendell lifestyle

> Looking forward to being able to use it again. I am sure it will sound great. On Apr 26, 12:34 pm, Bill Connell wrote: > On Mon, Apr 26, 2010 at 11:51 AM, JoelMatthews wrote: > >> I have an old tube radio that i'm planning to rebuild (recap) when i get a > >> spare > >> weekend. > > > Love a

[RBW] Re: Speed Up My Sam

If the Roadeo had rack mounts I'd consider it, at least for a rear with a trunk bag. I guess I could put a big Arkel handlebar bag on it or something. As is, waiting to see if the Amos comes to be as the Roadeo is some serious cheddar for me right now. D.G. On Apr 26, 10:57 am, James Dinneen w

[RBW] Re: Hobbies that compliment your Rivendell lifestyle

Shoot things with feathers Eat them Use feathers to tie flies Catch trout Eat them On Apr 26, 7:41 am, Bridgestone wrote: > You're an all-steel, tweed, canvas and shellac kind of guy/girl. Has > owning a Rivendell opened you up to new hobbies? > > I've always been a fly-fisherman. Last summer, I

Re: [RBW] Tom Milton of Selle Anatomica

The California Triple Crown blog has created an entry for folks to share stories and reminisces - http://caltriplecrown.blogspot.com/2010/04/tom-milton-you-will-be-missed.htm or http://tinyurl.com/tom-milton -- Jim Edgar cyclofi...@earthlink.net -- You received this message because you are

Re: [RBW] Re: Hobbies that compliment your Rivendell lifestyle

On Mon, Apr 26, 2010 at 11:51 AM, JoelMatthews wrote: >> I have an old tube radio that i'm planning to rebuild (recap) when i get a >> spare >> weekend. > > Love audio tubes.  What make?  This will be fun. It's a GE, probably early 60s, it was my grandfather's garage radio for as long as i coul

Re: [RBW] Re: Hobbies that compliment your Rivendell lifestyle

Busted. All of the above, except for guitar, and the fact that fly fishing in the lower Sonoran desert scrub doesn't make much sense right now. I make my flies, too, when I live near water. Someday, soon, again. Time is a problem lately. Add Photography! I've ridden my bikes to fish and photograph

[RBW] Re: Speed Up My Sam

I'm building a lighter wheelset for my Sam (32 hole, narrower rims) to use interchangeably with the 36 hole bombers I have now. In addition to that I'm planning to pull the racks and fenders for fair weather events. On Apr 26, 9:10 am, "Darin G." wrote: > Alright, this will probably sound un-Riv

[RBW] Re: Got my Saluki!

Congrats! That's my favorite Saluki color On Apr 25, 10:10 pm, Calm54 wrote: > My Saluki arrive from Rivendell.  I bought one of the frame > specials. > > Pics at :  http://gallery.me.com/calmhappy1954#100129 > > Boy it is a comfortable ride... > > -- > You received this message because you are

[RBW] Re: Hobbies that compliment your Rivendell lifestyle

I make stuff by hand and have a store on etsy. On Apr 26, 7:41 am, Bridgestone wrote: > You're an all-steel, tweed, canvas and shellac kind of guy/girl. Has > owning a Rivendell opened you up to new hobbies? > > I've always been a fly-fisherman. Last summer, I took a week-long > class in the Cats

[RBW] Re: Hobbies that compliment your Rivendell lifestyle

S24O's Tinkering on old steel 10 speeds On Apr 26, 10:12 am, Seth Vidal wrote: > On Mon, Apr 26, 2010 at 1:09 PM, kps wrote: > > i'm a female who enjoys (in no particular order): > > > bicycles and bicycling (i have five bicyles, with two more to arrive > > soon, which folks say > > is more tha

Re: [RBW] Re: Got my Saluki!

cat-dog collabo! On Mon, Apr 26, 2010 at 10:12 AM, Frederick, Steve < frede...@mail.lib.msu.edu> wrote: > Here's the inspiration for that color, for what it's worth...at least, > the inspiration for me to ask Grant to come up with the color when I ordered > my Saluki from the first batch...my go

RE: [RBW] Re: Got my Saluki!

Here's the inspiration for that color, for what it's worth...at least, the inspiration for me to ask Grant to come up with the color when I ordered my Saluki from the first batch...my good friend Grub! http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4070/4376997200_226832d7ab.jpg

Re: [RBW] Re: Hobbies that compliment your Rivendell lifestyle

On Mon, Apr 26, 2010 at 1:09 PM, kps wrote: > i'm a female who enjoys (in no particular order): > > bicycles and bicycling (i have five bicyles, with two more to arrive > soon, which folks say > is more than i'm supposed to have, being female. I love tinkering > with them, too.  they are great too

[RBW] Re: Hobbies that compliment your Rivendell lifestyle

i'm a female who enjoys (in no particular order): bicycles and bicycling (i have five bicyles, with two more to arrive soon, which folks say is more than i'm supposed to have, being female. I love tinkering with them, too. they are great tools and works of art, imo.) all my bikes are steel, yes.

[RBW] Re: Got my Saluki!

The dura ace shifters is just what I am use to, the SRAM levers are good for smaller hands. Otherwise, a typical RIV build... I wondered if I would notice a difference over my Surly LHT, there is a noticeable difference in ride. On Apr 25, 11:29 pm, happyriding wrote: > Yahooo!  A new bike!  I

[RBW] Re: silvers v. dura-ace

In my curved-bar days, I preferred both. Silver friction front, DA index rear. I tried Silver friction on the rear for a while. Definitely smooth and silent, but I was never able to warm up to friction on the rear, especially when shifting over two or three cogs at a time. I hate missed shifts, and

Re: [RBW] Speed Up My Sam

I would think that over 100 miles, the comfort of a Riv would make up for fewer ounces on the bike. However, I am thinking that Rodeo would be a good option for your future  .    Jim D.   Massachusetts --- On Mon, 4/26/10, cyclotourist wrote: From: cyclotourist Subject: Re: [RBW] Speed U

[RBW] horseshoe rackthing's function

It prevents a load from the center wire of a canti- or centerpull brake, mainly. Also helps locate the load on the platform, so it doesn't scoot into or above the brake itself, so you can work on the brake on a loaded bike. Often used as a lash-point, as someone pointed out. You can cut it off (wo

[RBW] Re: Hobbies that compliment your Rivendell lifestyle

> I have an old tube radio that i'm planning to rebuild (recap) when i get a > spare > weekend. Love audio tubes. What make? This will be fun. On Apr 26, 11:19 am, Bill Connell wrote: > On Mon, Apr 26, 2010 at 9:41 AM, Bridgestone wrote: > > You're an all-steel, tweed, canvas and shellac kin

[RBW] Re: Speed Up My Sam

Full spec: Nitto stem, Nitto post, Shimano Bar ends, Sugino 46-36-24, 11 X 32, Deore XT rear, Nitto Mini Front, Nitto Big Rack rear (may replace with a top rack for summer commuting), Shimano cantis. Pic here: http://gallery.me.com/dbgoff#18 D.G. On Apr 26, 10:43 am, Sean Whelan wrote: >

Re: [RBW] Re: Speed Up My Sam

Wheels are definitely a good place to start. Even Mavic Aksium Wheelsets which run around $250 can give you a lighter / slightly aero wheel. Put some 25mm lightweight tires on them, and only use them on your fast rides. You will likely feel the difference, especially if there is a lot of climbin

[RBW] Re: nitto big rack question

The NeoAir inflated is 72 X 20. Agreed that the down sleeping bag is worthless when wet which is why a waterproof stuff-sack is mandatory. I've backpacked, sea kayaked, biked and river rafted in miserable wet weather in the Rockies and Alaska, and never had a problem. That said you do need to be

[RBW] Re: Speed Up My Sam

Well that's a pretty heavy rim & tire combo. Remember it is the wheels you have to accelerate, so weight taken off there will yield the most benefit. I'd consider a second set of wheels. If you can afford it White Hubs, Open Pro rims, 32 spokes with some Michelin 25mm tires. That will help you

Re: [RBW] Re: Speed Up My Sam

Here's a link for the wheels in other than black 32 spoke. Another lister found these and is giving them a try. http://www.bikemania.biz/ProductDetails.asp?ProductCode=VeloCity_Nuvian&Click=15344 On Mon, Apr 26, 2010 at 9:36 AM, cyclotourist wrote: > That's the rub, isn't it. Comfort vs. effi

Re: [RBW] Re: Speed Up My Sam

That's the rub, isn't it. Comfort vs. efficiency/aerodynamics. I don't know what you'll feel about the looks, but the Velocity Nuvian wheelset is built with Aerohead rims. Arm-chair quarterback mode off. Cheers, David On Mon, Apr 26, 2010

[RBW] Re: Speed Up My Sam

Rims are Mavic A719s on Deore XT hubs. Don't know that I'd lower the bars as the comfort over distance of this setup is incomparable to anything else I've ridden and is what convinced me I was through with the Roubaix. D.G. On Apr 26, 10:17 am, cyclotourist wrote: > Don't know if it'll give you

Re: [RBW] Hobbies that compliment your Rivendell lifestyle

On Mon, Apr 26, 2010 at 9:41 AM, Bridgestone wrote: > You're an all-steel, tweed, canvas and shellac kind of guy/girl. Has > owning a Rivendell opened you up to new hobbies? > > I've always been a fly-fisherman. Last summer, I took a week-long > class in the Catskills and built my own bamboo fly r

Re: [RBW] Speed Up My Sam

Don't know if it'll give you ~2mph , but I'd ditch the JB Blues. Either go with Greens, or better yet Grand Bois Cypres 31s. Those are the nicest rolling tires I even ever had the privilege of using. I found them too delicate for day in and day out use, but I think they would shine on the events

[RBW] Re: Hobbies that compliment your Rivendell lifestyle

By the way, did you ever see the pictures of the Vanilla fishing bike? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw

[RBW] Re: Hobbies that compliment your Rivendell lifestyle

On Apr 26, 8:41 am, Bridgestone wrote: > > I've always been a fly-fisherman. Last summer, I took a week-long > class in the Catskills and built my own bamboo fly rod. I'm hooked now > (hell yes, pun intended!) > Nice. They are beautiful, aren't they? Making one yourself and then fishing it with

[RBW] Re: Hobbies that compliment your Rivendell lifestyle

I lived in Alaska for 13 years. There is no better read than Coming Into the Country. Just thinking about it makes me unbearably homesick. D.G. On Apr 26, 9:36 am, Mike wrote: > I like to read. John McPhee is a favorite. His name and references to > his book Coming Into the Country have appeare

[RBW] Speed Up My Sam

Alright, this will probably sound un-Rivish,...please don't pick my bones over. I'm new to this type of bicycle. I need my commuter/tourer Sam to go faster, if possible. I have a slate of century rides and a 200 km brevet lined up for the summer and I'm being dropped by my riding companions who

[RBW] Re: nitto big rack question

On Apr 26, 9:13 am, "Darin G." wrote: > I have a big rack on my Sam which supports my commuting panniers > nicely.  I haven't toured with it yet, but it would easily fit one of > the newer therma-rest pads.  The NeoAir for example is 4 X 9 packed > and could go in a pannier or sit on top. 4 inche

Re: [RBW] Re: Got my Saluki!

Wow. I mean really, wow. On Mon, Apr 26, 2010 at 7:47 AM, Bruce wrote: > I like it okay, but that Brandywine Red is what I'm going for when my sage > green one needs a re-do. > > http://cyclofiend.com/cc/2007/cc307-iankersey0507.html > > -- > *From:* cyclotourist >

[RBW] Re: Hobbies that compliment your Rivendell lifestyle

This post has me thinking about guitars, fly fishing, and cycling. Long before I bought a Riv I acquired a taste for woody Martin guitars and and favored my Winston traditional trout rod over my Sage artillery pieces. My fly boxes are adorned with modern bead-headed and foam flies (trout bling), b

Re: [RBW] Re: Hobbies that compliment your Rivendell lifestyle

On Mon, Apr 26, 2010 at 9:43 AM, wrote: > Is eating a hobby? > > Only if you do it yourself. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this g

[RBW] Re: Paul racer M's

I chose the Racers for my new custom as well, the originals in the brazed on version. With a custom front rack using the special front bolts as well. The bike is at Spectrum Powder right now getting finished. ...also have the Touring canti's on my new Hillborne, which work superbly. ~Mike~ On

Re: [RBW] Re: Hobbies that compliment your Rivendell lifestyle

Is eating a hobby? Ride to eat, eat to ride! On Apr 26, 2010, at 9:29 AM, JoelMatthews wrote: >> Oh, I think it counts. I think they both count utterly. Any hobby that > centers around a more calorie-burning, sustainable, self-sufficient, > fun-yet-useful activity fits the Rivendell philosoph

[RBW] Re: Hobbies that compliment your Rivendell lifestyle

Agreed - I don't collect fountain pens except for use, and use them fairly exclusively. I also brew my own beer. Dylan On Apr 26, 7:48 am, Seth Vidal wrote: > On Mon, Apr 26, 2010 at 10:43 AM, Bruce wrote: > > Fountain pen restoration/collecting > > I don't restore them but I use them  fairly

[RBW] Re: Hobbies that compliment your Rivendell lifestyle

I like to read. John McPhee is a favorite. His name and references to his book Coming Into the Country have appeared in the RR on more than one occasion if I remember correctly. There's lots of Rivish stuff I can appreciate like fly fishing, hiking, backpacking, craftwork, etc but my time is limit

[RBW] Re: Coth tape; was: Daughter's New Whip

I wrap from the ends, first cork, then cloth. The cork makes it all the way to the top of the bar, several inches from the stem. One roll of cloth makes it just several inches past the brake lever because of the increased diameter, so I use two rolls of cloth on each side (ends up 1.5 with pieces

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