Eric, this is (for me) simultaneously accurate and inspirational. Reflecting
back on accomplishments in any sphere, achieved in the face of real difficulty,
is one of the great satisfactions of life. Thanks for summing it up so well.
And, +1 for Bill's comment. Gearly. That, I suppose,
Hunqa seems a bit more overbuilt for offroad adventure touring from reading
the description. My AR is sturdy and all though:
http://reno-rambler.blogspot.com/search?q=monster+cross
On Mon, Dec 10, 2012 at 9:35 PM, Mike Schiller mikeybi...@rocketmail.comwrote:
sorta looks like an ancestor
I've been randonneuring for the past 5 years and love it. I actually came
to randonneuring and Rivendell at the same time, shortly after moving to
Portland and just looking for rides and routes in the area. My first event
was a 100k populaire in the fall of 2007. I was hooked from that first
The Bike Show, a British podcast I subscribe to, which is often excellent,
has a new show. I've not listened but it will surely be of interest to
some here.
http://thebikeshow.net/the-gospel-according-to-st-grant/
Check out the other episodes
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I happened accross some additional pictures of this bike recently,
when the current owner bought it and posted about it here:
http://forums.thepaceline.net/showthread.php?t=108969
That's one of the prettiest bikes I've ever seen, but I'm going to go
out on a limb and say that it's probably a
Oh mama... that IS a looker... and personally I think someone is going to
steal that at $2500...
On Tuesday, December 11, 2012 10:21:12 AM UTC-5, iamkeith wrote:
I happened accross some additional pictures of this bike recently,
when the current owner bought it and posted about it here:
Not much of a book review.
On Monday, December 10, 2012 10:29:09 AM UTC-6, numbnuts wrote:
http://georgethecyclist.blogspot.com/2012/12/grant-petersons-racing-acumen.html
Regards,
Chris
Redding, Ca.
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Ooh, hacksaws and files! If the magic aerosol sauce doesn't work, I may do the
hacksaw trick, which makes the shifter part super easy.
Philip
www.biketinker.com
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It's all relative to your personality and ability. I constantly run into
people who are amazed that I can ride 15 miles, but they probably haven't
ridden a bike since they were 8 and have the memory of a child on an ill
fit department store cruiser. On the other hand, I will usually go for
Thanks for the ideas! That bracket solution is pretty ingenious.
On Mon, Dec 10, 2012 at 12:43 PM, Joe Broach joebro...@gmail.com wrote:
Rene,
Here's one solution to the fender/fork gap issue a friend and I came up
with for her Rawland rSogn:
There are extremes, of course:
http://www.outsideonline.com/blog/outdoor-adventure/expedition-watch-riding-a-fat-bike-to-the-south-pole.html
From: Marc Irwin irwin7...@gmail.com
To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com
Sent: Tue, December 11, 2012 9:13:28 AM
I agree with you Marc, to each his/her own. A 65 mile ride, especially on a
charity ride where I have friends and family along, is absolutely perfect
for me. It is enough that I feel like I rode but it isn't enough that I
have to take the next day off or anything.
I have been hitting the
FWIW, I've bought from the seller before (a Joe Strack built/Joe Bell
painted Rivendell single speed with track ends) and he's a pleasure to
deal with. If you're interested in the bike, I can help put interested
parties in contact with the seller. I suspect he's willing to negotiate a
sell
On Tue, Dec 11, 2012 at 10:12 AM, Steve yngp...@yahoo.com wrote:
FWIW, I've bought from the seller before (a Joe Strack built/Joe Bell
painted Rivendell single speed with track ends)
Pictures, please! What year was that built?
jim m
wc ca
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old George may want to skin a few teeth, but I don't think his audience is
big enough to affect Grant Petersen's audience one way or another.
On Monday, December 10, 2012 10:29:09 AM UTC-6, numbnuts wrote:
http://georgethecyclist.blogspot.com/2012/12/grant-petersons-racing-acumen.html
Just finished listening to this very excellent interview, it's the first
time I've heard Grant. His thoughts and responses during the interview go a
long way towards clarifying or maybe simplifying his philosophy behind
Just Ride and that is to just ride. If we ride because we enjoy it then
it
On Monday, December 10, 2012 8:35:15 PM UTC-5, JimD wrote:
Every ride we talked about he had ridden and had only negative comments.
This fellow seemed deeply involved and experienced and pretty grumpy about
it all. I've never really figured this out.
I too hear a lot of death-march
Patrick, I think you are right that Randonneuring is suited for a
particular set of personality traits (or disorders). One trait that I
think makes me well suited for Randonneuring is that I have a short memory
for bad experiences and a long memory for good ones. I think that's one of
the
What William describes (One trait that I think makes me well suited for
Randonneuring is that I have a short memory for bad experiences and a long
memory for good ones) is called randonnesia--forgetting all the bad b/w
rides. It makes it possible for many of us.
On Tuesday, December 11,
That is a 1st world problem for sure. I really wish I had TOO much
clearance!
- Ryan
On Tuesday, December 11, 2012 9:22:07 AM UTC-8, René wrote:
Thanks for the ideas! That bracket solution is pretty ingenious.
On Mon, Dec 10, 2012 at 12:43 PM, Joe Broach joeb...@gmail.comjavascript:
I'm in the market for some metal fenders. If you could get a particular
model of fender for the same price with the same hardware in Stainless
Steel or Aluminum, which would you want? Is it Stainless for durability
and Aluminum for light weight?
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Bill: Yes on durability for SS, but they're also pretty light, so the
advantage in durability isn't very costly in terms of extra grams. IMO,
nothing beats the appearance of those hammered Honjos, though. T
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Thanks Tom.
I agree that the hammered Honjos are super swank. The target bike in
question is that Stumpjumper Sport conversion I did a couple months back.
I've got my heart set on smooth fenders for that bike, like the chrome
bumper on a 1950's Cadillac. The thing is heavy as-is, so
Pictures from the seller here:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/wilkinson411/sets/72157623886409272/
Now set up with Jitensha bars. My understanding was that is was built in
1997
On Tuesday, December 11, 2012 1:18:03 PM UTC-5, Jim M. wrote:
On Tue, Dec 11, 2012 at 10:12 AM, Steve
Pro and Cons for for the ss Berthoud and aluminum Honjos:
Berthoud stainless:
Pro:
durable
handsome
nice hardware
Con:
could be longer for better coverage
extra grams
any texture you want as long as it's smooth and round.
limited size (wheel/tire) offerings
Honjo aluminum:
Pro:
handsome
fewer
I do not have a dog in this hunt, I really don't care one way or the other,
and I didn't read the book, but I will note the following:
- The story of George is interesting (click through the photo to read about
him). The guy rides a bike, and I suspect that Grant would enjoy meeting
him.
The 48 for the seat tube is center to center. A center to top would most
likely be about 51 or so. Jim D.Massachusetts
On Monday, December 10, 2012 4:18:36 PM UTC-5, Joe Bernard wrote:
It has the fancy paint option, and is sized oddly, too. 48st/55tt was not
a common A/R spec back
I have read a lot in my life and never has someone who made stuff I wanted
offended me so much as to make me stop buying it outside of racism, hate
speak and that kind of thing. I think the issue a lot of people have with
Grant is they imagine their is some equivalency in the strength and power
In my opinion, George's bike is 4cm (or so) too small for him.
On Monday, December 10, 2012 8:29:09 AM UTC-8, numbnuts wrote:
http://georgethecyclist.blogspot.com/2012/12/grant-petersons-racing-acumen.html
Regards,
Chris
Redding, Ca.
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Grant's a generous and eloquent interviewee. The podcast is well worth
listening to.
On Tuesday, December 11, 2012 11:43:26 AM UTC-7, bwphoto wrote:
Just finished listening to this very excellent interview, it's the first
time I've heard Grant. His thoughts and responses during the
I find George kinda interesting His sorta review of the book is just as
quirky as he is. He is still a bike messenger at my age! ( 55) and he does
a lot of nice long bike tours too.
His obsession with bike racing lore is really out there. While I'm a big
fan or professional cycling and have
that guy has some nice bikes! Some serious cash in his garage.
~mike
On Tuesday, December 11, 2012 12:36:44 PM UTC-8, Steve wrote:
Pictures from the seller here:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/wilkinson411/sets/72157623886409272/
Now set up with Jitensha bars. My understanding was that
Thanks very much. I'm convinced. Now, based on budget I'll decide whether
to go Velo Orange Stainless (at $55) or Peter White Berthoud Stainless(at
$73, assuming the website is up to date).
On Tuesday, December 11, 2012 12:38:37 PM UTC-8, Steve Park wrote:
Pro and Cons for for the ss
I never TRY to offend people, but it sometimes happens and I'm always sorry
for it. My opinions about bikes are about bikes, and not the people who
ride them, but of course---I'm this way myself-I tend to take
equipment-comments personally. When I set out to do the Reader--and
catalogues
I tried to stay away from this thread, but this post makes me speak.
I haven't read the book, but I've read most of what Grant has written
since 1994, and my take on his opinions and style is that, if anyone
is offended by what GP says, he or she deserves to be offended.
There's not an offensive
Lots of others have spoken eloquently about why the miles and the
suffering. I can only say, ditto. I love riding bicycles, and the more
time I spend on a bicycle, the happier I am. Sure, there are points where
you get tired and sore, so you rest for a bit and recover. It's amazing to
me how
I definitely agree with the message Grant is promoting, which
basically challenges/discards the turn-offs of cycling that prevent
more people from getting out there and riding.
Don't not-ride because you think you have to wear special clothes to ride.
Don't not-ride because you think you need to
That was really a fun listen. I especially enjoyed the pedal discussion
the interviewer's observation that pedaling free allowed one to do real
time bike fit adjustments, with Grant's commenting on how well he'd made
the point. It sounded like a couple of old buddies chatting over a beer.
Nothing against Peter White (and I mean *Nothing)* ... but if you're
looking to shop around, you'll not find a nicer guy to ask questions of
and/or get advice from than Mike Kone at Boulder Bicycles... and he sells
everything you're considering.
On Tuesday, December 11, 2012 6:43:30 PM UTC-5,
hi all
on the description of the sam hillborne it says:
For the next batch in 2013 sizing is changing: 51cm, 55cm, 58cm, and 62cm
will replace the above sizes. The idea is to fit more riders in the
midsizes really. Don't worry, you'll still fit.
im not sure how long this has been up. have any of
I'd get the Berthoud from Boulder Bicycles / Mike Kone, personally.
On Tuesday, December 11, 2012 5:43:30 PM UTC-6, William wrote:
Thanks very much. I'm convinced. Now, based on budget I'll decide
whether to go Velo Orange Stainless (at $55) or Peter White Berthoud
Stainless(at $73,
Is this part of the whole paleo thing?
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You might consider the Wald fenders, too. I think they may even be MUSA.
Daniel
On Tuesday, December 11, 2012 12:30:22 PM UTC-8, William wrote:
Thanks Tom.
I agree that the hammered Honjos are super swank. The target bike in
question is that Stumpjumper Sport conversion I did a couple
I wouldnt say Honjos are less durable. Thats more of function of installation.
A botched SS fender install will likely have more problems down the road than a
perfect Honjo install.
I vote for Honjos with Berthoud hardware and DIY rubber flaps.
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Here is the list of the items I have up for Auction. All Item prices
include shipping the the price. The Items on the bottom are a bit more in
price. But they are worth every penny.
Thompson elite seatpost 27.2 x 250mm $65
Shimano 600 rear hub $30
Shimano deore lx 3x9 trigger shifters $60
I've never been on a bike that didn't wander a bit on climbs, and I've
always just internalized that as I always wander a bit when riding up
hills. I guess once I get my technique dialed-in (I mean, I've only been
riding for 40 years or so), I'll start working on the bike...
Same here,
I too love my Riv, but nothing needs to be wrong about high trail or bikes
designed around it in order for low-trail to also be a good option. The
decades old design of a low-trail geometry is popular these days largely
due to the work of JH @ Bicycle Quarterly. I think Jan's research and a
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Anyone have a used version of this that they're not using? If so, hit me
up off list.
Thanks,
Dave in Berkeley
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You forgot to mention some funny parts, like how our abnormally fast tempo
paceline + unusually dense fog layer in Pt. Reyes = missed turn (twice)
towards Nicasio.
Or my flat tire + Mike at Black Mountain Cycles=visit to a piece of
mountain biking history.
Or 12 tall handlebar bag full of
note to self: dont upset the randoneur riders, they take this very
seriously.
joe
On Monday, December 10, 2012 2:38:44 AM UTC-5, Manuel Acosta wrote:
Got to tag along with some SF Randonndeurs, Ely from Ruth Bags, Ray from
Mission Bags and David on their Jittery Jaunt 200k Permanent that
Forgive me as this is posted on other lists.
I intend to sell these bags to buy a Saddlesack, hence hopefully not too
off-topic.
For sale.
(1) Carradice Camper Longflap - black
(2) Carradice Nelson Longflap - green
$110 each, shipped. Paypal personal.
IMHO, the big downside of low-trail is how light the steering is or
unbalanced the bike feels when riding sans front load.
On Sunday, December 9, 2012 1:21:13 PM UTC-6, dougP wrote:
Charlie:
Congrats on enjoying the handling of your new ride. You are correct that
we sometimes over-think
Hi,
Not sure if you still have the frame set for sale, if so, I was wondering
if its a 650b or 700c model?
Thanks,
Scott
On Friday, November 2, 2012 12:56:48 PM UTC-4, Mike B wrote:
Hello all!
I had my Rivendell frame up for sale this summer but there were no
takers so I have
Hi so far the vintage brooks both sets of tires vo bag and sun tour pedals have
sold
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His criticism of the book is based on a lack of attention to details of
those things the book is specifically NOT about. Brilliant. It's like
saying you hated 'Skyfall' because it wasn't a western.
On Monday, December 10, 2012 11:43:13 AM UTC-8, Anne Paulson wrote:
My reaction exactly. He
Philip,
I've gotten at least four sets of 7- and 8-speed Shimano Rapid Fire
shifters working again using Kent Peterson's advice at
http://kentsbike.blogspot.com/2012/03/fixing-gummy-indexed-shifters.html
The stuff he recommends, PB B'laster Penetrating Catalyst, is
available at many
Thanks everyone. I went ahead and put the Scrap Deluxe up for sale. It's a cool
bike and a great ride but I think a Sam is going to be a more flexible bike for
me. I like the idea of a vintage steel bike but I know nothing about building
or restoring a bike plus the Pashley Guv'nor satisfies my
Hi,
I'm in the market for that size. What are you asking if I may ask?
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both of my cracking synergies are o/c, but one is 36 hole (lesnik built)
and the other is 32 (lbs built). i should mention that while the 32 has
seen less use, the cracking is also not quite as extensive. also, the
fronts are just fine and the rears are cracking around the drive-side
eyelets
I had them on a noodle bar on my disc trucker and really liked them a
lot...now they are on woodchippers on my rawland...
https://plus.google.com/photos/104393995187342752713/albums/5805990667307910449?authkey=CLO-7Kj_8KXpWg
for pics of the disc trucker
On Sunday, December 9, 2012
my cracking synergies are both o/c, but one is 36 hole (lesnik built) and
the other is 32 (LBS built). i should say the 32 has seen much less use,
though the cracking is not quite as extensive. also, the front synergies
are just fine.
On Sunday, December 9, 2012 12:20:45 PM UTC-6, Earl Grey
Thanks for the info dude, didn't know how to wear a scarf before!
Tom, Vancouver
On Saturday, December 8, 2012 1:55:29 PM UTC-8, Patrick Moore wrote:
Just now: 54*F, cross wind gusting to 17, Wabi Woolens ls jersey as
single layer, 1/4 (cut lengthways, then each section sectioned again)
The carradice bag is missing the two hooks and stabalizer piece all
plastic, they are the same as the pannier hardware and can be purchased
pretty easily. Eli If you can send me your email off list I'll email
pictures.
The dark brown brooks, superbe pro pedals and both sets of 26 inch tires
unfortunately, lesnik's assessment just doesn't match my experience. and
for those who haven't already seen this, mike kone of boulder/rene herse
bicycles attributes the problem to spoke tension, while in the comments
velocity (or someone claiming to represent velocity) attributes the problem
Which Capo long finger gloves? I bought some Gore cold weather gloves that
didn't do the job and ma looking for some suggestions as the weather turns.
David Hays
Kenmore, New York
On Saturday, December 8, 2012 9:01:24 PM UTC-5, EricP wrote:
Glad it worked for you. Today, I ended up doing 25
If you were to buy one, I wouldn't buy a wire cutter but a true bolt
cutter. Longer arms for leverage. For fender installation wire cutters work
fine but if you wanted to cut the spokes off a pair of wheels, the extra
leverage comes in handy (after the 64th cut, you will know why). I used a
Nice bike. What headlight are you using and how did you mount it?
On Dec 6, 2:18 pm, Dave davele...@gmail.com wrote:
I purchased a new-to-me Protovelo Bleriot from John in MN, I believe I'm
the 4th owner though you wouldn't know by looking at the pristine condition
bike that arrived! After
Hello!
I'm selling 2 like-new Acorn bags.
1) Acorn roll bag. I've put it on my brooks saddle twice, so it's still
shiny and new. It's the tan color one, with brown leather straps. Here's a
link to the bag on the acorn website. Mine is the same but the color is
actually tan, and not the
Thanks Tom,
Any particular vintage era touring bike you prefer?
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There's fun and there's fun. Or, as my friend Einar puts it... type 2 fun.
That is where it is more fun afterward (finishing), than during. And
sometimes it is like that. I can think of a few truly spectacular bonks
that if I had not had a great riding partner, I'd have been done for. I am
@Jim and Steve:
Thanks for the tips and resource links.
I am in Ellicott City, MD area.
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Base on Jan's post, it sounds like riding a light, fast tire on a Rando
would be better than puncture protected heavier tires due to fasterness of
tire and making the ride easier?
I wouldn't mind having to change a flat on a Rando as much as I would on a
commute to work. So maybe I can
Thanks for the tips. I'll take that into consideration.
On Tuesday, December 11, 2012 8:27:16 PM UTC-8, jeffrey kane wrote:
Nothing against Peter White (and I mean *Nothing)* ... but if you're
looking to shop around, you'll not find a nicer guy to ask questions of
and/or get advice from
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