[RBW] Re: Upgrading my Trek 520?
On Jan 4, 10:52 pm, Rex Kerr rexk...@gmail.com wrote: I'm itching to ride right now, but agreed to drive since I was working late today! I hear you, Rex. Of course I meant the itch to ride for potential buyers might fetch you a higher price, but only if you can control your own itch and time it right! Much easier said than done. Bill -- 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-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Fenders/Tires for Rom
I will second both of Etaban's posts. The Ram/Rom was designed as a road bike. They are great brevit bikes but the design point is definitely 28mm fenders and that is where the bike will give you its best. I'm sure I could run 30s under my Honjo fenders, but don't think 28 to 30 or to drive the choice. michael -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/-kVRizmOLwsJ. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Fender Frustration
Thanks, Esteban. I like your suggestion, and am leaning hard in that direction. If I didn't spend so much time on gravel roads, it would be a slam dunk. I love Hetres on gravel. But I'm pretty sure I do not love gravel wedged within inadequate fender clearance. -- 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-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Re: Upgrading my Trek 520?
I have a Trek 520 that I used as a commuter and loaded tourer for many years. When I bought it in 1989 I had the LBS switch out the 105 cranks for MB cranks as it too thought it didn't have sufficiently low gears for touring. Over the years I made lots of upgrades and made it as close to a Rivendell ride as possible. The original Bontrager rims developed cracks at the spoke holes so I built Dyad wheels with a SON hub for generator lights. Can't say enough positive things about having headlight and tailights available at all times! Last summer I bought a Hunqapillar for these duties and modified the Trek to be a city bike, with flat bars and a single chainring. The Hunq is a vast improvement over the Trek. It has that Rivendell ride where the Trek was solid but kind of dead. Still keeping the Trek as it has a lot of sentimental value and was there before I drank the Rivendell Kool-aid. Steve From: Rex Kerr rexk...@gmail.com To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Sent: Wednesday, January 4, 2012 7:47 PM Subject: [RBW] Re: Upgrading my Trek 520? BTW, just found a more recent picture of the Trek 520, which I uploaded here: http://www.flickr.com/photos/rexkerr/6638127641/ Shows the current setup better...-- 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-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- 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-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Fender Frustration
Rene, I just walked over to my Mark's Rack (I have all 3 still) and i never even thought of using those slots in the longboard. do you have a picture as it looks a lot higher to my eye then a nitto mini front but maybe that is just an optical illusion. On Jan 4, 11:00 pm, René Sterental orthie...@gmail.com wrote: I'm not sure what you are referring to. Both my Mark's Racks (on the AHH and the Betty) have 2 bolts on the flat section that holds the rack in the middle and goes into the brake hole in the fork crown. I use one of these to stabilize the front of the fender. Has anything changed recently? René On Wed, Jan 4, 2012 at 7:04 PM, Minh mgiangs...@gmail.com wrote: Hi Chris, I had this problem too, i had a Nitto Mini Front and when i switched to a Nitto Campee Front i lost that same boss up front. I came up with my own DIY solution, i used an extra daruma bolt and a ziptie to secure it to the cross section of the rack, it doesn't look as clean but is rock solid. -- 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-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Re: Upgrading my Trek 520?
On Jan 5, 2012, at 6:12 AM, Steve Hemmelgarn trekcommu...@yahoo.com wrote: The original Bontrager rims developed cracks at the spoke holes so I built Dyad wheels with a SON hub for generator lights. Interesting. Same thing happened to mine, but Trek paid for the wheel under warranty, so I had the LBS that dealt with the claim put an Alex Adventurer rim on, which had a close enough diameter to just move over the spokes without even unlacing it, and the rest they put on my account as a store credit. (in my second picture you can see that the rear wheel is black) Can't say enough positive things about having headlight and tailights available at all times! I did put a dynamo on my AHH, but went with a cheap 1W light because I wasn't sure if I'd like the hub. I'll probably upgrade the light, as it works well. The Hunq is a vast improvement over the Trek. It has that Rivendell ride where the Trek was solid but kind of dead. Yes, exactly!! I've always felt like it was dead. No spirit at all, just flat. Still keeping the Trek as it has a lot of sentimental value and was there before I drank the Rivendell Kool-aid. Funny. For years the Trek was the bike to get on many forums. I wanted one for years. I remember a trip to Seattle once, sitting in the car waiting for somebody, and watching all of the bikes go by in the rain and noticing that a not insignificant number if them were 520s. When I finally got it, I was a bit disappointed. Rex -- 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-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: SRAM Automatix versus Sturmey Archer S2 Duomatic on SimpleOne
I don't have either of these hubs, but I do have a Fichtel Sachs Automatic that I ran on the Quickbeam for a while. It has aspects of each of these hubs, being an automatic-shifting 2-speed with a coaster brake. It's really really fun. Two speeds are useful, especially commuting, coming away from stoplights. I need to adjust my spring so it shifts later, since I end up climbing in the high gear unless I slow way down. The automatic shifting feels really cool, but the coaster brake is not my favorite. Mostly it's annoying when you're at a stop sign and want to adjust your pedals. It doesn't work like a fixed gear OR a coasting bike. I think you'd be really happy with either, but I would choose the S2 kickback hub. There's no coaster brake, and you get to choose when to shift. Philip Philip Williamson www.biketinker.com On Jan 4, 7:05 am, David Spranger daspran...@gmail.com wrote: I am thinking about building up my SimpleOne (thank you Riv Sale!) with one of these two hubs. Does anyone here have any experience (good or bad) with either of both of these hubs? Thank you, David Charlotte, NC -- 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-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Quickbeam vs SimpleOne
All this talk of buying an $800 single-speed frame for its versatility in being able to be converted to a multi-geared derailleur bike is humorous to me. Everything about such a conversion on that frame would be a suboptimal hack. I think it would make a pretty nice single-speed. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/OamvYt1ZwKAJ. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Fenders/Tires for Rom
I have a Ram with 33mm Jack Browns and 45mm VO stainless fenders. A bit of a pain on the install (a couple hours on install, some dremel work and tweaking) but fits well. I did get the Silver brakes for additional muscle (rather than room) and this probably makes a difference. My $.02 is you can get 32/33 tires under you w/Ram/Rom as long as you go long reach brakes, are patient and have faith that it will all work. Lastly the VO fenders are a great look w/Riv but their stays (at least w/the single eyelet bolts) rattle like hell out of the box. I ended up wrapping the eyelet bolts with the same hemp twine Riv sells for the handlebar wrap. This also keeps the fender stable by keeping it from shifting/twisting as you go over bumps. Much better results after this last touch. Bruce On Jan 5, 4:38 am, Michael Hechmer mhech...@gmail.com wrote: I will second both of Etaban's posts. The Ram/Rom was designed as a road bike. They are great brevit bikes but the design point is definitely 28mm fenders and that is where the bike will give you its best. I'm sure I could run 30s under my Honjo fenders, but don't think 28 to 30 or to drive the choice. michael -- 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-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: (What's So Funny 'Bout) Peace, Love, and Understanding?
In the spirit of peace love and understanding... Retaliation is not a sustainable strategy. Riding in the center of the road merely serves to irritate your fellow travelers and reinforces negative stereotypes and behavior directed towards you as well as all other bikes on the road. The only sensible choice is hold yourself to your own high standard of behavior and hope that others choose to do the same. You can no more make driving choices for them than they can riding choices for you. Bruce On Jan 4, 7:07 pm, Bill Carter billcar...@gmail.com wrote: Jim, I believe we all have had similar experiences. A recent law was passed here in Georgia that requires motorists to give cyclists at least three feet clearance, but it remains to be seen whether the police will actually enforce it, and publicity to educate the motoring public about the new law has been sorely lacking. I was once buzzed on an uphill by a huge black SUV, and I moved over toward the center of the lane thinking that might dissuade the next idiot from trying the same stunt. Well, a sheriff's car pulled me over to lecture me for not riding far enough to the right. I was tempted to ask him how many cars he had pulled over in his career for buzzing cyclists too close, but I figured arguing with the long arm of the law might not be a good idea. Thanks for the reminder to be careful out there, and to be respectful of others on the forum because life's just too short. Bill Carter -- 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-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Re: Upgrading my Trek 520?
Well, these last few posts are interesting in that I'm keeping a watch out for a touring bike (or f/f) for my daughter. Of course the 520 has been high on the list, but maybe overpriced in the used market. A Riv is out of the question for economic reasons, so are there other older tourers that you folks would suggest? We're not in a position to buy immediately, and I will probably repost a similar question down the line. But I thought I'd bring it up since it seems relevant here. Steve -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/rtkq0CX3qvEJ. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Upgrading my Trek 520?
Rex, I have basically the same Trek, same size--mine is slightly older, a 2002 model. It has been a great bike for me--it got me into cycling seriously back in high school, got me coast-to-coast when I was 17, and has basically been whatever bike I needed it to be since then without much of a complaint. However, its fit--esp. since I discovered Riv--has been somewhat questionable. I've never really been sure what was up, but it is definitely the smallest 62cm frame I have ever seen; namely, it's head tube is super short for that size. I think part of it is overly generous measurement on the part of trek (center to way top of seat tube, maybe?), and also that, at least in my model year, it was one of the first years that they spec'ed a threadless headset, and I think the product designers hadn't quite wrapped their head around how switching to threadless removes a few cm's of stack height from the front end. The headtube still ends exactly at the top tube junction, as was common on frames for threaded headsets. I think there's an interview with Richard Sachs by Grant in an old Reader where they discuss this issue, with Sachs explaining that this is why he designed lugs for extended head tubes when he started using threadless headsets. For sure, if you look at bikes designed after the dominance of threadless, they tend to have a few more mm of headtube above the top tube junction. Anyways, that's my theory about the wonky fit of the TIG-welded 520's. I'll probably never sell mine because of its sentimental value--i'll hang the frame on the wall if i'm not using it. Recently, I've been thinking about putting upright bars--like an albatross--on it to deal with the fit issues without using some kind of crazy stem. Or maybe I'll put on the Nitto Trekking bar I picked up at the garage sale a little while back...although my fiance looks at me like I'm crazy when I say that. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/F-UKf_V7-EQJ. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Fender Frustration
Sure. I'll send you a photo later tonight when I'm home, but you will need some metal spacers or cork to fill the gap, as well as a screw that is long enough. I use the most forward of both. René On Thursday, January 5, 2012, Minh mgiangs...@gmail.com wrote: Rene, I just walked over to my Mark's Rack (I have all 3 still) and i never even thought of using those slots in the longboard. do you have a picture as it looks a lot higher to my eye then a nitto mini front but maybe that is just an optical illusion. -- 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-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Trail Recommendation Database?
We were thinking of doing that- but Seaview is wicked steep at the very beginning- probably'd have to walk our bikes. Once one the ridge it's nice- short. http://g.co/maps/nbgdy I love this multi-trail thing: what a great way to get out of traffic, into nature, but still feel fast and smooth once on the asphalt. Tse-Sung On Jan 4, 4:15 pm, Horace max...@sdf.lonestar.org wrote: When I lived in Berkeley, my favorite mixed-terrain route was to take the seaview trail from Inspiration Point up to Grizzly Peak. The on-road parts of the ride varied, but it was typical to go up Spruce and come down Claremont or Tunnel. No Rivendells back then, so I did it on a 700c hybrid Miyata. Horace. On Tue, Jan 3, 2012 at 7:51 AM, TSW tsesun...@gmail.com wrote: Yes- my first 'country bike' ride. It started out pretty downhill, then rolling hills. Must do again, or try variants; head further east, or the Marin headlands, etc. It's nice to be cruising along in the wilderness, no car traffic. Tse-Sung On Jan 2, 5:07 pm, René Sterental orthie...@gmail.com wrote: I'll have to try this ride sometime... seems like a lot of fun! René On Mon, Jan 2, 2012 at 10:54 AM, TSW tsesun...@gmail.com wrote: hi all, Sorry if this has been discussed already- is there a place where people have posted or can post trail recommendations? Could be a thread here... or a Google spreadsheet perhaps? I know there must be online resources... I was thinking something that's a bit more Riv- ish- country biking and all that- a mix of road and not terribly technical off-road. TIA, Tse-Sung Berkeley ps- yesterday, in our neck o' the woods, I started at Inspiration Point in Tilden and took a trail down into Wildcat Canyon, then took the Wildcat Creek trail all the way to the Alvarado Staging Area in El Sobrante. A really nice ride. Met some very nice dogs too :-) More: http://g.co/maps/dq3c7 Hit the 3D button on the left, to fly it. -- 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-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- 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-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group athttp://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- 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-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
RE: [RBW] Suggestions on price please
Charlotte - What are the specifications of the builds for the two bikes (i.e. wheels, derailers, cranks, etc.)? -Original Message- From: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com [mailto:rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Lola Sent: Wednesday, January 04, 2012 8:57 AM To: RBW Owners Bunch Subject: [RBW] Suggestions on price please We bought two Rambouillet bikes new in 2006 and love them. One is blue, 60cm, cost $2617, the other is green, 58cm, cost $2545. Although well ridden, they are kept indoors and are in excellent condition. Brooks saddles look pristine, as does the handlebar tape and just about everything else, although of course there are a few scratches. Unfortunately we are now living, and will be traveling soon, on our boat and they just take up too much room. We reluctantly need to sell them. Any suggestions on price? We live in the SF Bay Area. Thanks for your help. Charlotte -- 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-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- 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-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Upgrading my Trek 520?
One of the main reasons I bought an AHH is because it fit me so well. I, like you have always had to fiddle with long seat posts, too short TT, stem extensions, etc to get a good fit. And It doesn't even sound like I'm as tall as you (I was on the 65/67 AHH divide... went 65 and happy about it). I don't have a Hunq but I do remember reading somewhere that if an Atlantis is too small go Hunq or Bomba for loaded touring. I think about a Hunq for loaded touring or just to have a fat tire off road bike, but the reality is that anything more than one or 2 night out is not in the cards for a while and the off roading I'm interested in is do-able with AHH with 40mm tires. In the spirit of spreading out the cost... I bought the AHH as a frame and got components from donor bikes and have been upgrading slowly. Proper fit and being suitable for the intended purpose are equally paramount criteria in my mind. Thinking my bike is cool is a close second. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/uwY4RxVukjsJ. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Rebates ready.
I just sent this out to the email list; Rebates Are Ready- http://eepurl.com/ieaQU Only two days left to use them towards sale items. On Dec 23 2011, 10:32 am, Smitty-A-Go-Go 54ca...@gmail.com wrote: My understanding is that accumulated 2011 rebates will be awarded as a lump sum in early 2012 and that the new next day rebate policy goes into effect after the new year. There's a lot of assumption on my part though. As a mostly unrelevant but sort of vaguely related side note... gotta love those procrastinating family members who live across the country. I got an early Xmas present last night from just such a relative. It was an email Riv gift certificate the gift that keeps on giving. -- 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-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Rebate Reflex
Im glad I took the advice to shop early for best selection. Looks like platracks and slicersacks are gone now, and the twin strut top rack price is now the same as the regular one (when the sale started it was even lower, which seemed unreal). On Jan 4, 5:43 pm, Rex Kerr rexk...@gmail.com wrote: Too bad they sold out of those brand V panniers I had my eye on... the grid grey ones might have also been a good match for my AHH... oh well, I would have felt guilty using my rebates on zero-margin items anyhow. :-) On Wed, Jan 4, 2012 at 5:13 PM, Marty mgie...@mac.com wrote: Got the e-mail that the rebates were up, and immediately returned to the sale for a few more things. MUSA pants, the Campy front changer, a dirt drop stem for my Bombadil Bullmoose/Noodle bar-swap option and added some small non-sale things while I was at it. Two packages from Rivendell en route at one time - life is good. Marty -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/6h7MOV3LIf4J. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- 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-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Rebate Reflex
but, the Bullmoose... it seems as if the Hunqa and the Bomba have lost a keen option... I saw something very cool and very bubb-moose-ish at RBW on Saturday. It made a lot of sense, and maybe it presages something new. We'll see, eh? - Andrew, Berkeley On Wed, Jan 4, 2012 at 7:43 PM, Leslie leslie.bri...@gmail.com wrote: Same w/ the Bullmoose. I'm still stunned it was on the cut list. I can see thinning color selections, etc., but, the Bullmoose... it seems as if the Hunqa and the Bomba have lost a keen option... But, Riv has to do what it has to do -- 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-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: 62cm Rivendell Quickbeam in Silver, $1200
The Quickbeam is sold. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/Zgmv2xUwmMwJ. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Re: Fender Frustration
Hey René, I actually did use one of the bolt slots to stabilize the fender (by switching out the original bolt to a longer one that goes through the fender, adding a spacer between the fender and the diving board, and securing the fender with nut/washer), but it's still rubbing when the wheel is turned all the way to the right. Is it similar to the way you secure your fender? Comparing to the boss on the Mini Front, the bolt is at least an inch further back (towards the rear of the bike). I can't help but wonder if the rubbing would stop should the fender be secured closer to the front tip. Does anyone have a spare long front diving board that used to come with Mark's rack? On the hand, I also wonder about my installation. The relative space between the tire and the fender should stay constant when the fork turns, right? There must be something that got caught and causes a slight rotation on the fender line. Perhaps something underneath the fork crown daruma? Should I loosen the nut under the fork crown daruma a bit? Any suggestions? I'll try to post some pictures later (I moved the bikes to the bike room after our ride on the 1st as the weather turned cold). Thanks! Chris -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/oAJcdChMwukJ. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] School-bus yellow, mustard
I have an AHH I purchased from a listmember last year. It came in a custom light-green metallic (kind of a Prius green) that I'm less enthralled with than I expected. I'm going to send it to Rivendell Local Painter Guy (also local to me) for a respray. I'd be interested to see any photos of bikes with yellowish/mustard colors. I remember a Saluki being for sale a year-or-so ago that had a sort of school-bus yellow, offset with red pedal straps, that was very pretty. I also found this on a link at www.rivbike.com. http://www.flickr.com/photos/skvidal/3710512379/in/pool-rivendell, which looks like hot mustard to me..also very nice. Any pics of bikes in this color range would be most appreciated. Thanks, Joe Bernard Vallejo, CA. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/FpjxIGO3zqIJ. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: (What's So Funny 'Bout) Peace, Love, and Understanding?
You may have misread Bill's post (or maybe I am misreading it).I don't think anyone was suggesting riding in the center of the road. However, 'taking the lane', or moving away from the shoulder to discourage motor traffic from trying to 'squeeze past' when it is not safe to do so (road is too narrow, oncoming traffic, debris in the shoulder, etc) is a well documented strategy for riding a bicycle safely on the roads. Sure it isn't gospel, and some disagree with this strategy- but to heck with anyone (police or whoever) who tells me not to use it- it has saved my ass many times, whereas obsequiously hugging the shoulder has proven hazardous (in my experience). Safe travels -Matt -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/lFGV3WPV7mAJ. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Re: Upgrading my Trek 520?
On Thu, Jan 5, 2012 at 9:28 AM, Jeremy Till jeremy.t...@gmail.com wrote: Anyways, that's my theory about the wonky fit of the TIG-welded 520's. I'll probably never sell mine because of its sentimental value--i'll hang the frame on the wall if i'm not using it. Recently, I've been thinking about putting upright bars--like an albatross--on it to deal with the fit issues without using some kind of crazy stem. Or maybe I'll put on the Nitto Trekking bar I picked up at the garage sale a little while back...although my fiance looks at me like I'm crazy when I say that. Here's one option that I considered: http://www.somafab.com/archives/product/quillinator This plus a Nitto Technomic would probably look cleaner and get the bars higher than the cludge that I've got on there now, but the price gives some sticker shock. :-) Interesting thoughts on the threadless geometry switchover... -- 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-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] School-bus yellow, mustard
Here's mine. It was a standard color for customs at the time I got mine. Harvest Gold is the Imron name. It's a very distinguished color, if I do say so myself. http://www.cyclofiend.com/cc/2007/cc360-michaelsmith0807.html Cheers- Mike in chilly So. Boston, Mass On Thu, Jan 5, 2012 at 12:40 PM, Joe Bernard joerem...@gmail.com wrote: I have an AHH I purchased from a listmember last year. It came in a custom light-green metallic (kind of a Prius green) that I'm less enthralled with than I expected. I'm going to send it to Rivendell Local Painter Guy (also local to me) for a respray. I'd be interested to see any photos of bikes with yellowish/mustard colors. I remember a Saluki being for sale a year-or-so ago that had a sort of school-bus yellow, offset with red pedal straps, that was very pretty. I also found this on a link at www.rivbike.com. http://www.flickr.com/photos/skvidal/3710512379/in/pool-rivendell, which looks like hot mustard to me..also very nice. Any pics of bikes in this color range would be most appreciated. Thanks, Joe Bernard Vallejo, CA. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/FpjxIGO3zqIJ. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- 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-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: (What's So Funny 'Bout) Peace, Love, and Understanding?
I believe the main point of James' post is being missed. It seems directed at arguments among cyclers here recently. The man has a point, which I will take into consideration before hitting reply in the future. In my other internet life I have a running political discourse with a group of folks on the other side of the ideological fence. There's a slightly confrontational style to it which we consider part of the sport, and I think it bleeds into my comments here too often. I'll work on it. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/pZp4PT06hXAJ. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Re: (What's So Funny 'Bout) Peace, Love, and Understanding?
When I ride in the center of the lane, which is normally called taking the lane, I don't do it in the spirit of retaliation. Rather, I do it when in my judgement the lane is too narrow to allow passing. I hope to signal to following cars that there is no room to pass and they shouldn't try it. Hugging the gutter in such cases tempts drivers to try to pass when it's unsafe. On Thu, Jan 5, 2012 at 9:18 AM, Bruce Curry currybru...@gmail.com wrote: In the spirit of peace love and understanding... Retaliation is not a sustainable strategy. Riding in the center of the road merely serves to irritate your fellow travelers and reinforces negative stereotypes and behavior directed towards you as well as all other bikes on the road. The only sensible choice is hold yourself to your own high standard of behavior and hope that others choose to do the same. You can no more make driving choices for them than they can riding choices for you. -- -- Anne Paulson My hovercraft is full of eels -- 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-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: (What's So Funny 'Bout) Peace, Love, and Understanding?
WTF is that supposed to mean!? You clearly have no idea what you're talking about. :) -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/zyW0UyIjRoMJ. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: (What's So Funny 'Bout) Peace, Love, and Understanding?
Yep. That's pretty much how it works. ;-) -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/N7bnqr-ab7AJ. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Re: (What's So Funny 'Bout) Peace, Love, and Understanding?
Actually in Honolulu taking the lane is more or less gospel...at least when necessary. I generally keep a copy of the regulations in my bag just in case I ever do get stopped (hasn't happened yet). Riding on roadways and bikeways (§291C-145) When traveling slower than the normal speed of traffic, bicyclists are to ride as close to the right hand curb or on the shoulder of the roadway, as practical. Be careful when passing a stopped vehicle or one going the same direction. There are the allowed exceptions to the right hand rule: When preparing for a left turn at an intersection, private road, or driveway; When necessary to avoid hazards that make it unsafe to ride along the right hand curb. *This includes situations where the traffic lane is too narrow for a bicycle and a motor vehicle to travel safely side-by-side*; or For me this is particularly applicable on one short stretch of road I have to everyday on my way home from work. It's four lanes, two each way, and the right hand lane is very slow because of folks turning right to schools and a freeway entrance. I ride in the left hand lane because I'm much faster than the traffic in the right hand lane and not any slower than the left lane traffic. To top it off I turn left after about three blocks of this anyway. The police have never said a thing, indeed given the schools in the area and the level of traffic they are often in the around and I've actually ridden in the left lane behind them. Today though, on my way to work I had to deal with a one of things I hate the most, a driver coming up behind me, pulling out to pass then immediately getting back into the right lane to make a right hand turn in front of me. As there was little traffic I was able to move to the left lane to pass him while he was still slowing for the turn. What's up with that? If he'd have just stayed behind me he'd have been to the corner at pretty much exactly the same time anyway. Sigh. It was a nice morning and I didn't even yell. Maybe I'm getting better. :-) Aloha, Bob On Thu, Jan 5, 2012 at 7:43 AM, newenglandbike matthiasbe...@gmail.comwrote: You may have misread Bill's post (or maybe I am misreading it).I don't think anyone was suggesting riding in the center of the road. However, 'taking the lane', or moving away from the shoulder to discourage motor traffic from trying to 'squeeze past' when it is not safe to do so (road is too narrow, oncoming traffic, debris in the shoulder, etc) is a well documented strategy for riding a bicycle safely on the roads. Sure it isn't gospel, and some disagree with this strategy- but to heck with anyone (police or whoever) who tells me not to use it- it has saved my ass many times, whereas obsequiously hugging the shoulder has proven hazardous (in my experience). Safe travels -Matt -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/lFGV3WPV7mAJ. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- Robert Harrison rfharri...@gmail.com statrix.com -- 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-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Re: 62cm Rivendell Quickbeam in Silver, $1200
I should hope so. :-) Congrats to the seller and buyer. I love my QB. Aloha, Bob On Thu, Jan 5, 2012 at 4:31 AM, Mattt mattto...@gmail.com wrote: The Quickbeam is sold. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/Zgmv2xUwmMwJ. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- Robert Harrison rfharri...@gmail.com statrix.com -- 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-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: School-bus yellow, mustard
This was called school bus yellow by Rivendell when I ordered it... http://www.flickr.com/photos/28889177@N06/6338526725/in/set-72157622988506313 -- 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-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Fender Frustration
Chris, I think you're going down the right track, as your turning the wheel the fender is likely pivoting somewhere. it could be that the stays for the fender are not aligned, it could be you're not getting a good seat at the daruma between the daruma rubber washer and the fender, so that it's creeping into the head-tube. I would not loosen the daruma as i think that would cause it to wobble/creep more. The herse guys have this nifty widget http://www.renehersestore.com/servlet/the-520/Fender-Wedge-for-underside/Detail meant to create a more positive seal between fender and daruma. i was looking at this until i rigged up my DIY solution as i was having the same sort of wobble/creep at the front of my fender. On Jan 5, 11:39 am, Chris cch...@gmail.com wrote: Hey René, I actually did use one of the bolt slots to stabilize the fender (by switching out the original bolt to a longer one that goes through the fender, adding a spacer between the fender and the diving board, and securing the fender with nut/washer), but it's still rubbing when the wheel is turned all the way to the right. Is it similar to the way you secure your fender? Comparing to the boss on the Mini Front, the bolt is at least an inch further back (towards the rear of the bike). I can't help but wonder if the rubbing would stop should the fender be secured closer to the front tip. Does anyone have a spare long front diving board that used to come with Mark's rack? On the hand, I also wonder about my installation. The relative space between the tire and the fender should stay constant when the fork turns, right? There must be something that got caught and causes a slight rotation on the fender line. Perhaps something underneath the fork crown daruma? Should I loosen the nut under the fork crown daruma a bit? Any suggestions? I'll try to post some pictures later (I moved the bikes to the bike room after our ride on the 1st as the weather turned cold). Thanks! Chris -- 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-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Re: (What's So Funny 'Bout) Peace, Love, and Understanding?
On the topic of taking the lane , I've had much success with hand signals. I get a hand out to warn the driver I'm pulling away from parked cars now; hold up one finger to exclaim hang on a minute and we'll get past this together; then a wave-by as I swerve back to the right when the curb opens up. I purposely do an exaggerated big swoop to the right, which tells the driver I'm getting the heck outta your way so you can get on with your day, and thanks for waiting. I believe this goes a long way towards keeping the peace, because the driver is being communicated with that this is temporary, instead of sitting there thinking of me as an endless road block. I also think it teaches them what we're dealing with: Oh, he's not just arbitrarily taking up the whole damn road. He's run out of room. If we think all drivers instinctively understand this, we're wrong. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/1AVbO6btIZwJ. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Re: (What's So Funny 'Bout) Peace, Love, and Understanding?
This is genius. I wave drivers by to let them know I know they're there, but I didn't have a signal for, Calm down, I know you're there, hang on a minute. On Thu, Jan 5, 2012 at 10:26 AM, Joe Bernard joerem...@gmail.com wrote: On the topic of taking the lane , I've had much success with hand signals. hold up one finger to exclaim hang on a minute and we'll get past this together; -- -- Anne Paulson My hovercraft is full of eels -- 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-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Re: Fender Frustration
This is also a good suggestion. However, the Rene Herse adapter/widget won't work well with forks and sidepull brakes due to the rear brake bolt interference that doesn't allow the daruma to be centered. 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-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Re: (What's So Funny 'Bout) Peace, Love, and Understanding?
I had that experience up on Wildcat. Just past the botanical gardens Wildcat is narrow and winding two lanes. I took the lane and a car came up behind me. I saw an approaching car that the car behind me could not see because I had a better view around the bend. I put the left hand down for stay back. After the approaching car passed I had a good view of the road a good distance up and it was clear. I waved them up. and the car passed safely using the entire oncoming lane. The passenger rolled down the window and waved and gave a thumbs up. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/auWGPb-JgToJ. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: (What's So Funny 'Bout) Peace, Love, and Understanding?
Matt wrote: I don't think anyone was suggesting riding in the center of the road. However, 'taking the lane', or moving away from the shoulder to discourage motor traffic from trying to 'squeeze past' when it is not safe to do so (road is too narrow, oncoming traffic, debris in the shoulder, etc) is a well documented strategy for riding a bicycle safely on the roads. You read me correctly, Matt, not middle of the road but away from the shoulder and toward the center of the right lane to discourage such risky passing. Sorry if I was not clear enough, and I appreciate the clarification. The SUVs and pickups in rural GA are much bigger than I am, so Bruce is right also. Retaliation is not the brightest idea. Bill -- 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-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Re: Fender Frustration
Forgot to add that this rubbing when climbing standing doesn't happen on my Atlantis with its Berthoud fenders. Again, while it is a possibility that the Honjo fender on the AHH is twisting somehow (it was my first metal fender installation ever and I may have gotten better with all the practice I've had), I still believe wheel flex under pressure while turning or leaning the bike has to be factored as well. More ideas are welcome! René On Thu, Jan 5, 2012 at 10:38 AM, René Sterental orthie...@gmail.com wrote: This is also a good suggestion. However, the Rene Herse adapter/widget won't work well with forks and sidepull brakes due to the rear brake bolt interference that doesn't allow the daruma to be centered. 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-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Re: (What's So Funny 'Bout) Peace, Love, and Understanding?
I have found that drivers appreciate it when I let them know that they're behind me. I wave forward when it's safe to pass, and if there's a car coming that they may not be able to see (or if there's something in road that I need to ride around, again that they probably wouldn't see) I wave them back. Almost without exception, I get a good response from motorists. ... Which brings to mind the time that a friend and I pulled up to a stop at a signal. The motorist who also stopped at the signal rolled his window down to thank us for stopping, noting that most riders wouldn't have stopped. Being guilty of that myself (not stopping) on occasion, I know that there is work to be done to build good will for cyclists, which is why I try to be as courteous as possible whenever I can. --Eric N Sent from my iPad2 On Jan 5, 2012, at 10:41 AM, William tapebu...@gmail.com wrote: I had that experience up on Wildcat. Just past the botanical gardens Wildcat is narrow and winding two lanes. I took the lane and a car came up behind me. I saw an approaching car that the car behind me could not see because I had a better view around the bend. I put the left hand down for stay back. After the approaching car passed I had a good view of the road a good distance up and it was clear. I waved them up. and the car passed safely using the entire oncoming lane. The passenger rolled down the window and waved and gave a thumbs up. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/auWGPb-JgToJ. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- 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-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: FS: 50cm Rivendell Rambouillet
This bike is a beauty. I've had the great opportunity to see this bike in person and I'm kinda sad that Duy is selling it. I'm pretty sure this bike is a 52cm. I would have tried to steal this bike if it was a 50cm. I agreed the bike doesn't really suit Duy's riding style. Before Duy left to LA he was my go-to-riding buddy when it came to local bike rides. He has a great ability to pick a bike that, after touring on a (ghasp) carbon fork, doesn't fit his riding needs. Congrats to that lucky person who snags this beauty Pictures prove that the bike exist: http://flic.kr/s/aHsjxvzoXM -Manny On Jan 3, 7:12 pm, Duy Tran duyhav...@gmail.com wrote: I bought it from someone in LA who was selling it, he had it in pristine condition as he did not ride it often. He did not know what the specs are so I don't know. I have been to lazy myself to look, if you want to know what they are I can easily find it out myself. The amount of teeth on the crank chainrings and rear cassette were not a big deal to me as I just saw a bike I wanted at the time and just wanted to ride. After riding sometime with the rambouillet, and the type of riding I do I found that this bike is just not for me. The crank is a sugino but I'm not sure if it is the same as the XD shown on the rivbike website. I am sad to part with it but it is not the bike I am looking for and so I rather it go to someone else who wants the bike and will put it to good use. Duy On Dec 30 2011, 12:45 pm, Joe Bernard joerem...@gmail.com wrote: What is your history with this bike? Not knowing the number of teeth on the crank's chainrings is unusual for a Riv owner. Joe Bernard Vallejo, CA.- Hide quoted text - - Show quoted text - -- 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-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: SRAM Automatix versus Sturmey Archer S2 Duomatic on SimpleOne
Thanks to both of you. The SRAM is also available without a coaster brake. I lean in the direction of the Sturmey Archer Duomatic only because Sturmey Archer products are so serviceable. I am not sure of the serviceability of the SRAM. I have had some feedback that the kickback shifiting of the Sturmey is problematic, but it may just be a getting used to it type thing. Pudge, when you have a chance to use yours can you comment on this? Thank you, David Spranger Charlotte, NC -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/zzwh3jazDf0J. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Re: (What's So Funny 'Bout) Peace, Love, and Understanding?
I've found that, even in bike lanes, riding more toward the left actually encourages drivers to give me more room: creeping along at the far right, even in bike lanes, seems to tell drivers that they can crowd the bike lane. Fortunately, Albuquerque is both pretty mellow for cyclists and (at least in the newer parts) has good bicycle infrastructure in lanes, routes, paths and -- a few years ago -- publicity to share the road. I've had a few idiots come close to sideswiping me, but 8/10 of this sort of thing -- in itself rare, thank God -- is simply inattention rather than deliberate. We've had a 3-foot law for at least a decade. An aside: our new Republican governor, who took over in a surprise win from 3-timer, old-time-NM-Democrat-machine mayor Marty Chavez, who did much to make the city more aesthetic, livable and cycle-able, has very meritoriously kept cycling and other livability goals at the top of his administration's list. On Wed, Jan 4, 2012 at 8:07 PM, Bill Carter billcar...@gmail.com wrote: Jim, I believe we all have had similar experiences. A recent law was passed here in Georgia that requires motorists to give cyclists at least three feet clearance, but it remains to be seen whether the police will actually enforce it, and publicity to educate the motoring public about the new law has been sorely lacking. I was once buzzed on an uphill by a huge black SUV, and I moved over toward the center of the lane thinking that might dissuade the next idiot from trying the same stunt. Well, a sheriff's car pulled me over to lecture me for not riding far enough to the right. I was tempted to ask him how many cars he had pulled over in his career for buzzing cyclists too close, but I figured arguing with the long arm of the law might not be a good idea. Thanks for the reminder to be careful out there, and to be respectful of others on the forum because life's just too short. Bill Carter -- 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-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- Patrick Moore Albuquerque, NM For professional resumes, contact Patrick Moore, ACRW http://resumespecialties.com/index.html -- 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-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Re: (What's So Funny 'Bout) Peace, Love, and Understanding?
On Thu, 2012-01-05 at 10:26 -0800, Joe Bernard wrote: On the topic of taking the lane , I've had much success with hand signals. I get a hand out to warn the driver I'm pulling away from parked cars now; hold up one finger to exclaim hang on a minute and we'll get past this together; then a wave-by as I swerve back to the right when the curb opens up. I purposely do an exaggerated big swoop to the right, which tells the driver I'm getting the heck outta your way so you can get on with your day, and thanks for waiting. Clever, but I think you have to be VERY careful about how you display that one finger, so it won't be mistaken for a very different one-finger hand signal... -- 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-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Re: Upgrading my Trek 520?
On Thu, 2012-01-05 at 09:21 -0800, islaysteve wrote: Well, these last few posts are interesting in that I'm keeping a watch out for a touring bike (or f/f) for my daughter. Of course the 520 has been high on the list, but maybe overpriced in the used market. A Riv is out of the question for economic reasons, so are there other older tourers that you folks would suggest? We're not in a position to buy immediately, and I will probably repost a similar question down the line. But I thought I'd bring it up since it seems relevant here. Some other good touring bikes include: - Bruce Gordon Rock 'n Road Tour, BLT and Taiwanese BLT - Kogswell P/R - Cannondale touring model (people forget, but their first bikes were loaded tourers, and they made them for many years) -- 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-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: FS: 50cm Rivendell Rambouillet
Thanks for the pix, Manny. i was wondering about those crazy-looking cranks, before I figured out what they were! Cheers, Steve -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/uKtfBETzMFwJ. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: FS: 50cm Rivendell Rambouillet
Dang, look at that. With the 26-inch wheels and road brakes, it's a dead ringer for the first-year XO-1. My size, too. Sheesh. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/-ZRpE8kUZ2UJ. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Riv Spoof Today on BikeSnobNYC
This guy is so funny, if you're not reading him, you should: http://bikesnobnyc.blogspot.com/. I hope that Grant doesn't eliminate the toothpicks from the RBW inventory. What a loss that would be! Steve -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/RY1qahXaBNMJ. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Riv Spoof Today on BikeSnobNYC
Ok, I'll admit it. In possibly the first wave of anti-hipness against the hipness of the guy who's anti-hipness..Bike Snob isn't funny. It's not bad or wrong or anything negative and important like that. It's just not funny. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/yXWJvRLg-FcJ. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Re: Riv Spoof Today on BikeSnobNYC
I find it hysterical. Plus Riv advertises on it and hosted him in Walnut Creek. Chacun a son gout, jim m wc ca On Thu, Jan 5, 2012 at 2:52 PM, Joe Bernard joerem...@gmail.com wrote: Ok, I'll admit it. In possibly the first wave of anti-hipness against the hipness of the guy who's anti-hipness..Bike Snob isn't funny. It's not bad or wrong or anything negative and important like that. It's just not funny. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/yXWJvRLg-FcJ. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- 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-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Riv Spoof Today on BikeSnobNYC
Funny is in the eye of the beholder. If you don't want to find bsnyc funny, I bet you'll succeed in not finding him funny. If you want to be amused by his writing, I bet you'd succeed at that, too. I find bsnyc funny. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/FCiRQAW7ZRgJ. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Riv Spoof Today on BikeSnobNYC
Au contraire, I've tried many times to find him funny. He seems like a nice fellow, and I appreciate his connection/friendship with Grant. It just doesn't work for me. Like I said, I don't mean anything negative by it. It's more about me than him; I expected to like his stuff, and am surprised I don't. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/Zvm9h8BqYH8J. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Riv Spoof Today on BikeSnobNYC
So Riv actually carries those toothpicks? I thought BS was joking. That's a case of reality imitating satire. Patrick likes both Rivendell and BSNYC Moore On Thu, Jan 5, 2012 at 3:32 PM, islaysteve alkire...@verizon.net wrote: This guy is so funny, if you're not reading him, you should: http://bikesnobnyc.blogspot.com/. I hope that Grant doesn't eliminate the toothpicks from the RBW inventory. What a loss that would be! Steve -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/RY1qahXaBNMJ. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- Patrick Moore Albuquerque, NM For professional resumes, contact Patrick Moore, ACRW http://resumespecialties.com/index.html -- 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-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Riv Spoof Today on BikeSnobNYC
BSNYC may be an acquired taste. I've read him occasionally, found some of the stuff funny, some tedious. I rec'd his book for Christmas thoroughly enjoyed it. His characterizations are especially on- target, although I did feel a bit slighted that bike touring got so little ink. Guess we're just not hip enough to create interest. dougP On Jan 5, 3:53 pm, PATRICK MOORE bertin...@gmail.com wrote: So Riv actually carries those toothpicks? I thought BS was joking. That's a case of reality imitating satire. Patrick likes both Rivendell and BSNYC Moore On Thu, Jan 5, 2012 at 3:32 PM, islaysteve alkire...@verizon.net wrote: This guy is so funny, if you're not reading him, you should: http://bikesnobnyc.blogspot.com/. I hope that Grant doesn't eliminate the toothpicks from the RBW inventory. What a loss that would be! Steve -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/RY1qahXaBNMJ. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- Patrick Moore Albuquerque, NM For professional resumes, contact Patrick Moore, ACRWhttp://resumespecialties.com/index.html- Hide quoted text - - Show quoted text - -- 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-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Riv Spoof Today on BikeSnobNYC
Am with Doug on this one. Liked the book. The blog, not so often. This was okay. Did get a chuckle from the toothpicks. Happen to have a set of those Rivendell picks. (Direct, via Target Boutique). Haven't tried them while riding my Sam Hillborne, though. With my luck, would end up putting my eye out. Eric (not Red Ryder) Platt St. Paul, MN On Jan 5, 6:08 pm, dougP dougpn...@cox.net wrote: BSNYC may be an acquired taste. I've read him occasionally, found some of the stuff funny, some tedious. I rec'd his book for Christmas thoroughly enjoyed it. His characterizations are especially on- target, although I did feel a bit slighted that bike touring got so little ink. Guess we're just not hip enough to create interest. dougP On Jan 5, 3:53 pm, PATRICK MOORE bertin...@gmail.com wrote: So Riv actually carries those toothpicks? I thought BS was joking. That's a case of reality imitating satire. Patrick likes both Rivendell and BSNYC Moore On Thu, Jan 5, 2012 at 3:32 PM, islaysteve alkire...@verizon.net wrote: This guy is so funny, if you're not reading him, you should: http://bikesnobnyc.blogspot.com/. I hope that Grant doesn't eliminate the toothpicks from the RBW inventory. What a loss that would be! Steve -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/RY1qahXaBNMJ. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- Patrick Moore Albuquerque, NM For professional resumes, contact Patrick Moore, ACRWhttp://resumespecialties.com/index.html-Hide quoted text - - Show quoted text -- Hide quoted text - - Show quoted text - -- 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-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Re: Roadeo or RB1?
Actually it was relating to the subject line.. ROADEO or RBI.. then when the Roadeo is suggested it is treated as being no different than an 80's whatever. I disagree with that and that you get the Rivendell ride from all of those bikes. Not a matter of anger or being snarky, just thought it was funny. I've seen my wife and she had the xtralight Merlin, and a Lemond. Both sat there and were never ridden after she got the Rodeo. Eventually she sold the Merlin extralite. Every review I've seen on the Roadeo from other owners on here has been very positive.The few short rides I've had on the Roadeo have been impressive. Just wish they made won big enough for me. Considering is a swiss army knife no different than an 80's trek or just an over priced steel wannabe is ok.. just surprising since we are in a Rivendell forum. Figured some other owners would have spoke up. Patrick, yes I took it as baiting and didn't think you were serious about wanting an honest review or thought as you've read the same posts and more as I have. I also know that how a bike feels to me may not be the same as it will feel for you. Just as I don't believe a long haul trucker rides the same as an atlantis. For me it's a fact I've ridden them side by side... other disagree. Take the silver brakes off and put on a dura-ace group, thread less headset and 700x25 tires and go. Bicycle magazine indicated they didn't think the roadeo was smooth enough when they made the tires hard instead of the pressure that was recommended. So as much as I enjoy your posts about your trikes and other bikes and such.. yes this one felt like a bait people into giving information that you had no intention of using. Since you already had the information about the Roadeo posted on here many times with outside reviews that you've read. With the large list of objections and reasons and price to not own a Roadeo why ask about it even? That was my perspective on it. So ya baiting and funny.. not a slam on you.. just an observation. Sure as heck not a word in anger.. see all of this typing to say what I said in what a sentence.. :) When I bought my AHH I took a 14 hour round trip drive to ride one before ordering. I don't care if GOD himself said it road great I wasn't spending that kind of money without riding it. I'm glad the Country Bike Shop was there or I would have ended up flying to California to ride one first. kelly -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/htPvkmwXWx0J. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Roadeo or RB1?
All of this just about has me ready to pull the trigger. On a new Calfee with the Adventure set-up. On Thursday, January 5, 2012, Kelly Sleeper tkslee...@gmail.com wrote: Actually it was relating to the subject line.. ROADEO or RBI.. then when the Roadeo is suggested it is treated as being no different than an 80's whatever. I disagree with that and that you get the Rivendell ride from all of those bikes. Not a matter of anger or being snarky, just thought it was funny. I've seen my wife and she had the xtralight Merlin, and a Lemond. Both sat there and were never ridden after she got the Rodeo. Eventually she sold the Merlin extralite. Every review I've seen on the Roadeo from other owners on here has been very positive.The few short rides I've had on the Roadeo have been impressive. Just wish they made won big enough for me. Considering is a swiss army knife no different than an 80's trek or just an over priced steel wannabe is ok.. just surprising since we are in a Rivendell forum. Figured some other owners would have spoke up. Patrick, yes I took it as baiting and didn't think you were serious about wanting an honest review or thought as you've read the same posts and more as I have. I also know that how a bike feels to me may not be the same as it will feel for you. Just as I don't believe a long haul trucker rides the same as an atlantis. For me it's a fact I've ridden them side by side... other disagree. Take the silver brakes off and put on a dura-ace group, thread less headset and 700x25 tires and go. Bicycle magazine indicated they didn't think the roadeo was smooth enough when they made the tires hard instead of the pressure that was recommended. So as much as I enjoy your posts about your trikes and other bikes and such.. yes this one felt like a bait people into giving information that you had no intention of using. Since you already had the information about the Roadeo posted on here many times with outside reviews that you've read. With the large list of objections and reasons and price to not own a Roadeo why ask about it even? That was my perspective on it. So ya baiting and funny.. not a slam on you.. just an observation. Sure as heck not a word in anger.. see all of this typing to say what I said in what a sentence.. :) When I bought my AHH I took a 14 hour round trip drive to ride one before ordering. I don't care if GOD himself said it road great I wasn't spending that kind of money without riding it. I'm glad the Country Bike Shop was there or I would have ended up flying to California to ride one first. kelly -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/htPvkmwXWx0J. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- 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-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Riv Spoof Today on BikeSnobNYC
I'm with Joe. First I thought maybe it's a guy thing, but I just don't find him amusing or funny. I guess funny is in the eye of the beholder. On Jan 5, 3:25 pm, Joe Bernard joerem...@gmail.com wrote: Au contraire, I've tried many times to find him funny. He seems like a nice fellow, and I appreciate his connection/friendship with Grant. It just doesn't work for me. Like I said, I don't mean anything negative by it. It's more about me than him; I expected to like his stuff, and am surprised I don't. -- 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-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: School-bus yellow, mustard
Joe, Here's a link to pics of my 97 Waterford 1250, acquired a few months ago used on ebay. According to Richard Schwinn's response to my inquiry about the color, this is a Waterford frame repaint in HyperCanary Yellow, a two stage color with white base then yellow then clearcoat . http://www.flickr.com/photos/73687646@N04/6644647059/in/photostream/ Not mustard, but sure is yellow. -- 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-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Re: Riv Spoof Today on BikeSnobNYC
On Thu, 2012-01-05 at 18:29 -0800, grrlyrida wrote: I'm with Joe. First I thought maybe it's a guy thing, but I just don't find him amusing or funny. Neither do I. -- 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-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: SRAM Automatix versus Sturmey Archer S2 Duomatic on SimpleOne
Another factor - the Sturmey/Archer customer service is of Rivendell caliber. Sturmey North America is a one-person office in Napa, CA. I had a couple of mechanical issues with my S3X, and they were taken care of quickly, courteously, and with zero hassle. Philip Philip Williamson www.biketinker.com On Jan 5, 11:24 am, David Spranger daspran...@gmail.com wrote: Thanks to both of you. The SRAM is also available without a coaster brake. I lean in the direction of the Sturmey Archer Duomatic only because Sturmey Archer products are so serviceable. I am not sure of the serviceability of the SRAM. I have had some feedback that the kickback shifiting of the Sturmey is problematic, but it may just be a getting used to it type thing. Pudge, when you have a chance to use yours can you comment on this? Thank you, David Spranger Charlotte, NC -- 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-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: School-bus yellow, mustard
WOW, Bill, that one really pops. I see a bit of lime green on my monitor. Is it there, or just a computer distortion? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/eewdyAIqmPAJ. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Riv Spoof Today on BikeSnobNYC
Well that was the most civilized BikeSnob / RBW discussion I've ever seen. The practice is paying off, I guess. I'm on record as finding BSNYC quite funny, but humor isn't really something you can vote on. Philip On Jan 5, 2:32 pm, islaysteve alkire...@verizon.net wrote: This guy is so funny, if you're not reading him, you should:http://bikesnobnyc.blogspot.com/. I hope that Grant doesn't eliminate the toothpicks from the RBW inventory. What a loss that would be! Steve -- 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-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Riv Spoof Today on BikeSnobNYC
I'm sure I miss a lot of the humor because I've never been heavily immersed in bike culture. I don't do group rides, or tour, or brevets. I've never been a hyper-fast roadie in team lycra, or owned a fixie. Almost all of my riding career has been spent just going for a ride on a series of Bridgestones, and a couple Rivs..with a several-year foray into recumbents. Both Riv culture and bent culture are so easily mocked for already being niches within niches within niches that it's hard to make it much funnier than just pointing at us and saying, What the hell is going on over there? Joe there's something going on here, but you don't know what it is, do you..? Bernard Vallejo, CA. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/FIICW5sd6igJ. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Riv Spoof Today on BikeSnobNYC
Joe Maybe you're jealous that BSNYC is using your favorite trope. Namely putting quotation marks on just about everything. Seriously just joking around. Artisinally -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/fzqBR0mOXacJ. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Re: Riv Spoof Today on BikeSnobNYC
I don't find him funny either. Occasionally I read him again, to see if I've changed my mind, but I find reading his stuff vaguely unpleasant. No accounting for tastes. On Jan 5, 2012, at 6:29 PM, grrlyrida grrlyr...@gmail.com wrote: I'm with Joe. First I thought maybe it's a guy thing, but I just don't find him amusing or funny. I guess funny is in the eye of the beholder. -- 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-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Riv Spoof Today on BikeSnobNYC
I have no idea what you're talking about, said Joe, in reply to William. Joe air quotes Bernard -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/qE5WZTsim0QJ. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Re: Goals for 2012
On Mon, Jan 2, 2012 at 10:45 PM, Mike mjawn...@gmail.com wrote: Some of my non-cycling related goals for this year include reading some books I've always meant to but just haven't gotten around to reading--Moby Dick, Infinite Jest, Les Miserables. We'll see. Do yourself a favor: Skip infinite jest entirely and go see Les Miserables performed somewhere good. There are also some wonderful graphic novel adaptations of moby dick. Not all the 'classics' are worth bothering with. -sv -- 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-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Fenders/Tires for Rom
On Tue, Jan 3, 2012 at 10:32 AM, Darin G. dbg...@mac.com wrote: Anyone out there running the SKS P35 fenders on a Rom? Is there room to get a Grand Bois 30 (32 actual) under there? I'm running the SKS longboards on a rom with grand bois 30's w/o a problem. http://www.flickr.com/photos/skvidal/5826669250/in/set-72157624558173869 and http://www.flickr.com/photos/skvidal/5826118685/in/set-72157624558173869 -sv -- 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-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Roadeo or RB1?
Hi Patrick, Happy New Years! I wonder what the geometry and tubing differences are between the two? I've always liked my RB-1's, my fastest brevet was on one. Does anyone know the tubing specs? Ely -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/fDTtJK5ZzioJ. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Re: Roadeo or RB1?
On Tue, Jan 3, 2012 at 4:32 PM, PATRICK MOORE bertin...@gmail.com wrote: Thanks for all the replies, suggestions and offers of various bikes (too poor for the nonce to buy one). I like the old racing bike idea and, actually, before I bought the Herse, had thought of priddying up the '73 Motobecane that I in fact sold to Eric Norris of this list -- light, toute 531 leger and nice handling with long stays and nimble front. Which brings me full circle to the original thread: I rather regret now (20 years after the fact) selling my 1989, Sante equipped all 531C Falcon: shitty, Britain-in-industrial-decline paint job and wheels and tasteless Sante powdercoat, but a nice, long-stayed, short front-center frame that would have made a very decent gofast with some decent wheels and properly set up. RB's RB2: http://washingtondc.craigslist.org/nva/bik/2776927409.html RB1: http://providence.craigslist.org/bik/2767749207.html Not sure on the sizes - just what craigslist tells me. No affiliation at all. -sv On Tue, Jan 3, 2012 at 2:25 PM, William tapebu...@gmail.com wrote: Responding to Patricks original post. I filled that description with a 1984 Trek 770. It features standard diameter 531 tubing, and takes 28s (Roly-Poly). I bought the complete bike from the original owner for $600. I then parted out the Campagnolo Super Record stuff through the regular channels. At the moment my running total has me owning the frame/fork/headset/saddle/wheelset/handlebar for a total outlay of $25. It takes 28s and doesn't even hint at racks or fenders, because it has no brazeons. I'm supremely happy with it. It's got a 2x7 compact double drivetrain on it now, and I will be using it on brevets this year. I've even got it set up with a decaleur and have ridden it with a sizeable handlebar bag, despite the guarantees that such a setup is absolutely unrideable. As willing as you've demonstrated yourself to be in parting things out, I think this route could be fruitful for you as well. There are good geo-charts available for both Trek and Bridgestone online, so you could buy off craigslist without having to ask a bunch of sizing minutia from your seller. I keep a 1992 RB1 at a family vacation home in the midwest as well. No need for compact double out in the cornfields. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/XgliYqumtO0J. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- Patrick Moore Albuquerque, NM For professional resumes, contact Patrick Moore, ACRW http://resumespecialties.com/index.html -- 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-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- 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-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Last ride in 2011 and first ride with Ray Shine!
Rene is gracious to a fault, and his company was great! He's correct about the compliments that he received. And I was amazed at the numbers of those compliments. I attribute that to the stunning Atlantis that he rides. To borrow a phrase from my boat-building days, Rene really pays keen attention to detail, and that makes all the difference. Virtually everyone who called out a compliment was passing the both of us on a racing bike. I was chagrined because my Riv went virtually unnoticed behind Rene's gorgeous Atlantis. Even the sole Riv-rider we came across didn't notice that I, too, was aboard a Riv until I commented on the fact after he had announced It's nice to see another Riv rider out here! That's how magnetic Rene's build is. Bike lovers can't take their eyes off of it. After close inspection of Rene's new cockpit set up, we both started to wonder why RBW is apparently putting them on hiatus? They are exquisite bars. (Upon my return home, I went to RBW site with the thought that I'd buy a set. Alas! Sold out!) Good ride, good, company, and great bikes! For me, it was a good end to a not-so-good year. From: René Sterental orthie...@gmail.com To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Sent: Mon, January 2, 2012 12:02:27 AM Subject: [RBW] Last ride in 2011 and first ride with Ray Shine! Bidding good-bye to 2011 couldn't have been any better. In great RBW spirit, I finally met fellow list member Ray Shine who had always offered to take me on rides around San Francisco. It is entirely my fault for having taken so long, but it finally happened. Yesterday I met with Ray at the San Francisco Marina and together we rode over accross the Golden Gate Bridge and then up Conzelman Road into the Marin Headlands to do Ray's loop. Being the last day of the year and with the gorgeous weather we had, the place was invaded with tourists on cars and rental bikes. Luckily, the rental bikes were turning left into Sausalito and not going up Conzelman Road. Ray was amazed at how many cars there were, so we were careful but had no issues. Plenty of roadies on CF bikes passed us, and while no one asked how much our bikes weighed (who would ask that after taking a look at me...?) I got an incredible number of compliments on my Atlantis. Even Ray complimented my bike when we first met. He was complaining that no one was giving him any compliments on his black Yves, although a couple of people complimented us both as they passed. Still, he couldn't believe the number of compliments. After taking some photos of the view of the Golden Gate, the city and the Bay at the highest vista point, we went down the 18% descent that has seen Ray crash twice last year; fist in January when he broke his collarbone and recently when he had his rim blow-out. We went cautiosly with cars coming behind us and pumping the brakes so the rims wouldn't heat up too much and stopped in the middle where more photos were taken. That descent is absolutely breathtaking. It's not just the 18% downhill grade, it's the fact that you have the ocean in front of you and just a guard-rail between you and the breathtaking view. Just awesome. After the descent we continued on Conzelman Road to its end, took some more photos of the two bikes and then Ray got me on the Atlantis with all the silver parts reflecting the setting sun. Back via Bunker Road and then up to Conzelman Road via McCullough Road for a final descent on the steepest initial climb up Conzelman, back over the Golden Gate Bridge and finally, once down on Crissy Field the search for a coffee place that was closed and then further ahead, a Starbucks that was open. Having had nothing to eat since breakfast, combined with a few days of getting back on the proper eating plan plus not enough riding in the past 6 months resulted in my legs feeling completely empty by the time we finished the ride. A good soy latte and a chicken sandwich restored me and tasted like glory. Ray's company and guiding was nothing short of wonderful and to me, the first of many wonderful rides that I'll be asking him to take me along. On our way back after crossing the Golden Gate we saw the only other Rivendell bike that we'd see all day, and as luck would have it, the owner ran into us again as we were walking from the Starbucks to find a bench to sit down and eat on the Marina. Words and salutations were exchanged, mutual admiration comments on our bikes (he was riding a beautiful orange Sam) and he and Ray exchanged contact info since both live in the city and Ray has seen him before. For me, the most incredible thing was how incredible the spirit of both Ray and this other rider who is in his 70s is. As a younger man in my early 50s, it's awesome to see how these men contradict the traditional image I grew up with that as we got older we were just not supposed to be doing these things
[RBW] paddle plugs to attach cyo to son hub
What do you call the paddle plugs you would use to attach a cyo light to a son hub. They are 5mm wide and I don't know what they are called but I need a couple of them to attach this light. Also - does anyone have a nicer/quicker way of attaching them that doesn't involve nearly as much cursing as it has been my experience they do (especially when it is either wet or cold). Thanks, -sv -- 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-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Re: Fenders/Tires for Rom
On Tue, Jan 3, 2012 at 1:16 PM, Leslie leslie.bri...@gmail.com wrote: I've got VO 45 aluminum fenders on my Ram; I started out w/ 32 Paselas but was having rubbing, especially under the fork, switched down to RuffyTuffys (28s). Through glass cuts in sidewalls, ended up putting a Pasela back on under the rear. That's how I'm currently riding, 32 in rear, 28 in front. It's close, but no rubbing. I haven't tried SKS fenders, don't know how they'd do differently... They don't have the extra material on the lip of the fender. so the place where most of the rubbing occurs for me w/metal fenders doesn't exist on the plastic fenders. -sv -- 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-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Last ride in 2011 and first ride with Ray Shine!
Rene is gracious to a fault, and his company was great! He's correct about the compliments that he received. And I was amazed at the numbers of those compliments. I attribute that to the stunning Atlantis that he rides. To borrow a phrase from my boat-building days, Rene really pays keen attention to detail, and that makes all the difference. Virtually everyone who called out a compliment was passing the both of us on a racing bike. I was chagrined because my Riv went virtually unnoticed behind Rene's gorgeous Atlantis. Even the sole Riv-rider we came across didn't notice that I, too, was aboard a Riv until I commented on the fact after he had announced It's nice to see another Riv rider out here! That's how magnetic Rene's build is. Bike lovers can't take their eyes off of it. After close inspection of Rene's new cockpit set up, we both started to wonder why RBW is apparently putting them on hiatus? They are exquisite bars. (Upon my return home, I went to RBW site with the thought that I'd buy a set. Alas! Sold out!) Good ride, good, company, and great bikes! For me, it was a good end to a not-so-good year. From: René Sterental orthie...@gmail.com To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Sent: Mon, January 2, 2012 12:02:27 AM Subject: [RBW] Last ride in 2011 and first ride with Ray Shine! Bidding good-bye to 2011 couldn't have been any better. In great RBW spirit, I finally met fellow list member Ray Shine who had always offered to take me on rides around San Francisco. It is entirely my fault for having taken so long, but it finally happened. Yesterday I met with Ray at the San Francisco Marina and together we rode over accross the Golden Gate Bridge and then up Conzelman Road into the Marin Headlands to do Ray's loop. Being the last day of the year and with the gorgeous weather we had, the place was invaded with tourists on cars and rental bikes. Luckily, the rental bikes were turning left into Sausalito and not going up Conzelman Road. Ray was amazed at how many cars there were, so we were careful but had no issues. Plenty of roadies on CF bikes passed us, and while no one asked how much our bikes weighed (who would ask that after taking a look at me...?) I got an incredible number of compliments on my Atlantis. Even Ray complimented my bike when we first met. He was complaining that no one was giving him any compliments on his black Yves, although a couple of people complimented us both as they passed. Still, he couldn't believe the number of compliments. After taking some photos of the view of the Golden Gate, the city and the Bay at the highest vista point, we went down the 18% descent that has seen Ray crash twice last year; fist in January when he broke his collarbone and recently when he had his rim blow-out. We went cautiosly with cars coming behind us and pumping the brakes so the rims wouldn't heat up too much and stopped in the middle where more photos were taken. That descent is absolutely breathtaking. It's not just the 18% downhill grade, it's the fact that you have the ocean in front of you and just a guard-rail between you and the breathtaking view. Just awesome. After the descent we continued on Conzelman Road to its end, took some more photos of the two bikes and then Ray got me on the Atlantis with all the silver parts reflecting the setting sun. Back via Bunker Road and then up to Conzelman Road via McCullough Road for a final descent on the steepest initial climb up Conzelman, back over the Golden Gate Bridge and finally, once down on Crissy Field the search for a coffee place that was closed and then further ahead, a Starbucks that was open. Having had nothing to eat since breakfast, combined with a few days of getting back on the proper eating plan plus not enough riding in the past 6 months resulted in my legs feeling completely empty by the time we finished the ride. A good soy latte and a chicken sandwich restored me and tasted like glory. Ray's company and guiding was nothing short of wonderful and to me, the first of many wonderful rides that I'll be asking him to take me along. On our way back after crossing the Golden Gate we saw the only other Rivendell bike that we'd see all day, and as luck would have it, the owner ran into us again as we were walking from the Starbucks to find a bench to sit down and eat on the Marina. Words and salutations were exchanged, mutual admiration comments on our bikes (he was riding a beautiful orange Sam) and he and Ray exchanged contact info since both live in the city and Ray has seen him before. For me, the most incredible thing was how incredible the spirit of both Ray and this other rider who is in his 70s is. As a younger man in my early 50s, it's awesome to see how these men contradict the traditional image I grew up with that as we got older we were just not supposed to be doing these things
Re: [RBW] Re: Fenders/Tires for Rom
On Tue, Jan 3, 2012 at 3:41 PM, Esteban kemm...@gmail.com wrote: 28mm seems to be the practical limit with fenders on the Ram/Rom. I promise I'm not making it up. :) http://www.flickr.com/photos/skvidal/6318127027/ The grand bois cypres. SKS longboards. The front rim is a synergy the rear is a salsa delgado cross. -sv -- 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-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Quickbeam vs SimpleOne
Thanks, Jason. That's the best side-by-side comparison I've seen of the Quickbeam vs the SimpleOne. For my part, the tangible differences are a wash. I prefer the the SO's color and clearance, and my green QB's lighter tubing and lack of doo-dads. I like the QB color, I just like muddier colors better. Philip Philip Williamson www.biketinker.com On Jan 3, 8:28 pm, jandrews_nyc jasonaschwa...@gmail.com wrote: my boss has a 58 Quickbeam. I have a 58 Simpleone. I've ridden both and feel that I can sort of compare them. I've also worked on his and built mine up so I've seen a lot up close. I think Charlie is right in that the Simpleone has very slightly thicker tubingbut that doesn't really translate to a tangible difference when riding for me. I'm 150lbs. I THINK my Simpleone has a slightly more raked fork than the Quickbeam, but I'm not sure. The Simpleone has fancier lugs than his Orange Quickbeam. They both seem to have the same geometry to the naked eye. What is tangible for me are the front fork rack eyelets and the four top-rack eyelets in the back which not all Quickbeams have. Also tangible for me means having a kickstand plate which the QB doesn't. Also, someone at Riv will have to confirm, but it seems from looking at the bikes that tire clearance is just a bit more on the Simpleone, but I haven't measured. I have been so happy I purchased the Simpleone. It's set up as a speedy drop-bar single speed and I love it that way, though I'm sure I'll turn it into something else at some point, i.e. trail bike, grocery bike, upright, gearedsince it's so versatile. For $800 it's a no-brainer. http://tinyurl.com/7et8mau Jason -- 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-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Re: Fenders/Tires for Rom
On Tue, Jan 3, 2012 at 2:50 PM, Joe Bernard joerem...@gmail.com wrote: I ran SKS35s with 28 Ruffy Tuffys. There's know way you're gonna get 32s on the front with the stock Shimano brakes. Are the longboards wider, then? B/c I don't have any problem with the shimanos. -sv -- 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-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Re: Quickbeam vs SimpleOne
Great looking bike! And you're right -- at $800 it's a very good buy. If I didn't have a QB, I'd be getting a SO. jim m wc ca On Tue, Jan 3, 2012 at 8:28 PM, jandrews_nyc jasonaschwa...@gmail.comwrote: my boss has a 58 Quickbeam. I have a 58 Simpleone. I've ridden both and feel that I can sort of compare them. I've also worked on his and built mine up so I've seen a lot up close. I think Charlie is right in that the Simpleone has very slightly thicker tubingbut that doesn't really translate to a tangible difference when riding for me. I'm 150lbs. I THINK my Simpleone has a slightly more raked fork than the Quickbeam, but I'm not sure. The Simpleone has fancier lugs than his Orange Quickbeam. They both seem to have the same geometry to the naked eye. What is tangible for me are the front fork rack eyelets and the four top-rack eyelets in the back which not all Quickbeams have. Also tangible for me means having a kickstand plate which the QB doesn't. Also, someone at Riv will have to confirm, but it seems from looking at the bikes that tire clearance is just a bit more on the Simpleone, but I haven't measured. I have been so happy I purchased the Simpleone. It's set up as a speedy drop-bar single speed and I love it that way, though I'm sure I'll turn it into something else at some point, i.e. trail bike, grocery bike, upright, gearedsince it's so versatile. For $800 it's a no-brainer. http://tinyurl.com/7et8mau Jason -- 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-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- 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-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Indian bike names
Perhaps this gives away my NW Indiana roots, but I gotta say Calumet would be kinda nice for a bike name. However, those who've never made steel from ore, or known someone that knew someone who did, probably wouldn't gethttp://www.google.com/search?q=calumet+indianait. So... staying with my Indiana roots as root for good indian names, but aiming a little less esoteric, I'm not sure one could do better for a bike than Tippicanoe. It rolls off the tongue. It's fun to say. Friends and strangers alike won't be able to resist adding and Tyler too every time they see you with your new bike. Regards, -Allan -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/FyUEz0Ug4aEJ. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Indian bike names
Ugh. Of course you'll have to put up with the repeated miss-spellings of it on the interwebs. Could give eBay and Craigslist bloodhounds something to keep themselves doubly busy with. ...shouldda been Tippecanoe -Allan -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/C0xiepr0DScJ. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Riv Spoof Today on BikeSnobNYC
Sounds like a New Yorker to me. :) I did like the lugged toothpick idea though. Kelly -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/ykJH482cPAAJ. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Re: Upgrading my Trek 520?
Friend of mine rides this one and it's great.. http://www.raleighusa.com/bikes/steel-road/sojourn-12/ My wife has this one before the atlantis and my uncle is riding it now.. http://www.flickr.com/photos/tksleeper/6645448539/in/photostream Both are steel and both are under 1000 dollars complete.Then there is the Long Haul Trucker that everyone I know practically rides and they rave about them. The look good and frame set is 500 or less .. well it was when we bought one for a friend after a theft. All good solid long term inexpensive touring specific bikes. Kelly -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/eyHIVmrCSNIJ. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] 59cm All-Rounder
Not mine, popped up in my Google Alerts--too big for me but what a nifty bike! Somebody buy this! http://www.crazyguyonabike.com/classifieds/?classified_id=2770 Ryan -- 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-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] paddle plugs to attach cyo to son hub
What do you call the paddle plugs you would use to attach a cyo light to a son hub. They are 5mm wide and I don't know what they are called but I need a couple of them to attach this light. Also - does anyone have a nicer/quicker way of attaching them that doesn't involve nearly as much cursing as it has been my experience they do (especially when it is either wet or cold). Thanks, -sv -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/TLC1j8wxlfMJ. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Low Miles 59 CM ROADEO FOR SALE! KILLER PRICE!
An awesome low miles Roadeo for a great price, -Sram APEX Drive Train -Nice Velocity Wheels with 105 hubs Climbs like a goat, flies like a cloud only $2800!! Call Finn at Home: 510-525-5551 Cell: 510-410-0314 Email: fi...@pacbell.net Pictures links below: http://www.flickr.com/photos/alchemicalnature/6643316689/in/photostream http://www.flickr.com/photos/alchemicalnature/6643316577/in/photostream/ http://www.flickr.com/photos/alchemicalnature/6643316449/in/photostream/ http://www.flickr.com/photos/alchemicalnature/6643316377/in/photostream/ http://www.flickr.com/photos/alchemicalnature/6643316241/in/photostream/ -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Sam Hill Borne 52 CM Frame Fork Wheels and Extras Low Miles GREAT PRICE
-Taiwan built 52 CM Sam Hill Borne Frame and Fork with Rivendell Economy Dior Hub Wheel Set Plus: Barely used Grand Bois Herte Tires Plus: Barely used set of Maxy Fasty Tires Plus: Shimano Brakes Both sets are cushy and fast Kickstand All SUPER CLEAN Pictures Links Below: http://www.flickr.com/photos/alchemicalnature/6643505055/in/photostream http://www.flickr.com/photos/alchemicalnature/6643504509/in/photostream/ http://www.flickr.com/photos/alchemicalnature/6643504227/in/photostream/ http://www.flickr.com/photos/alchemicalnature/6643503725/in/photostream/ http://www.flickr.com/photos/alchemicalnature/6643503357/in/photostream/ http://www.flickr.com/photos/alchemicalnature/6643503025/in/photostream/ Incredible price of 1100$ Cell: 510-410-0314 Home: 510-525-5551 Email: fi...@pacbell.net -- 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-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] 59cm Riv A/R for sale on Bend, OR CL
This looks like a nice score for someone. No affiliation, etc. http://portland.craigslist.org/grg/bik/2785466823.html -Norman in PDX -- 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-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Fenders/Tires for Rom
Trying this again because my earlier post didn't seem to go through, or something... I too am running GB Cypres on my Rom with VO fenders and it's working great; highly recommended. But I'm not sure why Esteban says that the Rom should be ridden as the classic road bike that it is. His points about other models from the time doing country bike, big clearance duty makes sense, and frankly I would love to throw down for an AHH and not fiddle with fitting bigger tires on the Rom. But if you look at the geometries of those two bikes, not to mention the certain similarities in the original literature about them being versatile road-ish bikes (or maybe it's not a Riv if it can't be described thus), the two don't seem so different, clearance aside. Am I wrong there? Not to diminish the centrality of clearance in everyone's thinking here, but if the difference is between a 35 on the AHH and a 32 on the Rom, does that warrant a new bike? Or, to reverse the question, what about the AHH makes it less of a brevet bike than the Rom aside from the fact that it *can* run bigger tires? Kolby On Jan 3, 2:51 pm, Seth Vidal skvi...@gmail.com wrote: On Tue, Jan 3, 2012 at 2:50 PM, Joe Bernard joerem...@gmail.com wrote: I ran SKS35s with 28 Ruffy Tuffys. There's know way you're gonna get 32s on the front with the stock Shimano brakes. Are the longboards wider, then? B/c I don't have any problem with the shimanos. -sv -- 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-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Re: Indian bike names
There are a couple of Northern MN tribes that may qualify good naming. While Fond Du Lac may be more steel friendly in that they are in the iron range county of Cloquet near Duluth, I prefer the Bois Forte name for its translation as strong wood. Seems to fit the steel/leather product motif. http://www.indianaffairs.state.mn.us/tribes_fonddulac.html http://www.indianaffairs.state.mn.us/tribes_boisforte.html These pages also have great inspiration for headbadgery! Brian Hanson Former Minnesotan now of Seattle, WA On Jan 5, 2012, at 9:24 PM, Allan in Portland allan_f...@aracnet.com wrote: Ugh. Of course you'll have to put up with the repeated miss-spellings of it on the interwebs. Could give eBay and Craigslist bloodhounds something to keep themselves doubly busy with. ...shouldda been Tippecanoe -Allan -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/C0xiepr0DScJ. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- 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-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
