Re: [RBW] Riv Wrap Fest in Seattle

2013-02-01 Thread Brian Hanson
Wow! Somebody else should have been teaching the wraps, mr. benedikt... I'm going to have to try the 4-tape on the next wrap. Brian Seattle, WA On Thu, Jan 31, 2013 at 11:10 PM, Benedikt neutralbuoya...@comcast.netwrote: Yes. It can be done around the curves but it can get a little wonky.

Re: [RBW] Riv Wrap Fest in Seattle

2013-02-01 Thread Benedikt
For the record that's NOT my four tape wrap. I just saw it on the interwebs. - The other Seattle Brian. On Friday, February 1, 2013 12:09:33 AM UTC-8, stonehog wrote: Wow! Somebody else should have been teaching the wraps, mr. benedikt... I'm going to have to try the 4-tape on the next

Re: [RBW] Re: In attempt to strengthen the $ against the Yen, Riv sets up currency trading sideline

2013-02-01 Thread Eric Platt
Of course, that has been making me think of this since I saw it on the site - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7M8j_Ofnstc BTW, I have at least one $2 bill sitting around as a book mark. Now we have to find a secondary use for old Eisenhower dollar coins and Kennedy half-dollars. Eric Platt St.

[RBW] Re: FS: Baggins Candy Bar Bag

2013-02-01 Thread Kris
FWIW this is still available. On Tuesday, November 27, 2012 8:03:28 PM UTC-5, Kris wrote: Darker gray version. Good condition w/ no tears. Some patina on the buckles. Used very lil and sitting in the basement for years. Deserves a good home. $50 shipped to the mainland. -- You

[RBW] Re: Derailler Tech Question

2013-02-01 Thread Michael Hechmer
Like most riders I use only the three biggest cogs with the inside ring on a triple, so don't worry overmuch about chain drag. It is true I occasionally absent-mindedly shift into the big - big combo. This has never been a problem, except on the tandem, where a combination of very long

[RBW] Re: In attempt to strengthen the $ against the Yen, Riv sets up currency trading sideline

2013-02-01 Thread Ron Mc
of course it's legal, in a numismatic sort of way On Thursday, January 31, 2013 11:20:02 PM UTC-6, Jim Thill - Hiawatha Cyclery wrote: Is this even legal? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group

[RBW] Re: But how are Longboards on 700c wheels?

2013-02-01 Thread Ron Mc
I finished installing a set of Hongos last night, and while I'm happy with the result, the fit can't be dialed-in near as nice as Kelly's Longboards. On Thursday, January 31, 2013 8:45:46 PM UTC-6, Kelly wrote: These all are 700x33.3's. they fit pretty well even with me throwing them on

Re: [RBW] Re: PB45s on 559 wheels

2013-02-01 Thread Leslie
I found mine locally at Target, but I've seen the 'same' thermos at WalMart too, but with the textured 'traditional' thermos finish, instead of smooth. They had some funny note about using it for cool things only instead of hot; but I figured out that's because it doesn't have a cup for you

[RBW] Re: Staff Bikes is back

2013-02-01 Thread Leslie
Elizabeth, she's missing too. On Friday, February 1, 2013 12:07:52 AM UTC-5, Jim M. wrote: But they don't have the weekend staff, like Harry, Scott, Vince and Joe. On Thursday, January 31, 2013 9:01:38 PM UTC-8, Jim M. wrote: A new page with staff bikes:

Re: [RBW] Re: In attempt to strengthen the $ against the Yen, Riv sets up currency trading sideline

2013-02-01 Thread Philip Williamson
My dad always has $2 bills in his money clip, just to mess with people. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to

Re: [RBW] Re: Staff Bikes is back

2013-02-01 Thread Bruce Herbitter
My saddles look about the same. With sit bones on that flat landing area at the back of the saddle and a slightly upright posture, there is body bottom comfort with no jewel damage. Think of the upraised pommel on a horse's saddle. You don't sit on that either. On Thu, Jan 31, 2013 at 11:38 PM,

[RBW] Re: How are you guys putting Hetres on Rambouillets???

2013-02-01 Thread Leslie
Stephen's got it. It's not the fork's width that's the issue, it's the distance from the dropouts to the fork crown that limits the size of tire on a Ram. Mine Ram is a 60, yes it's a 700c bike. The 650b Hetre is just a tad shorter than the 700x28 Ruffy Tuffy, but not much at all.

Re: [RBW] Re: How are you guys putting Hetres on Rambouillets???

2013-02-01 Thread Bruce Herbitter
Spec on the Ram is a 37 mm max tire with 700 wheels for most of the sizes and 26 wheels for the small sizes. I have the 52 cm frame with 26 and am running 37 mm Paselas on it. There is some room still there, so if a 38 tire was avail in 26, I'd give it a try. Changing the 700 to 650B moves the

Re: [RBW] Re: Staff Bikes is back

2013-02-01 Thread Addison Wilhite
I'm sad not not see a Legolas in that mix. Always one of my favorite riv models. I wish they were still producing a light racy cross bike. On Fri, Feb 1, 2013 at 5:31 AM, Bruce Herbitter bruce.herbit...@gmail.comwrote: My saddles look about the same. With sit bones on that flat landing area

[RBW] Re: In attempt to strengthen the $ against the Yen, Riv sets up currency trading sideline

2013-02-01 Thread Leslie
On Friday, February 1, 2013 12:20:02 AM UTC-5, Jim Thill - Hiawatha Cyclery wrote: Is this even legal? You're just trading $2 for $2 but instead of walking into a bank and getting a roll of quarters, you're getting $2 bills... At Monticello (Jefferson's home), the gift shop gives

[RBW] Re: Staff Bikes is back

2013-02-01 Thread C.J. Filip
Better late than never. I've sent more than one email heckling to get this back! The RBW Staff Bikes Flickr group has more photos, too. On Feb 1, 5:45 am, Addison Wilhite addisonwilh...@gmail.com wrote: I'm sad not not see a Legolas in that mix.  Always one of my favorite riv models.  I wish

[RBW] Re: Staff Bikes is back

2013-02-01 Thread Mike
I'm glad they reinstated this. Nice collection of Rivs showing a nice range of builds. I hope they add in the PT's bikes. My favorite bikes in the bunch... hard to say, Probably Sean's SH and John's Atlantis. I was confused by what was written about John's bike-- Great to have you back John.

[RBW] Re: Staff Bikes is back

2013-02-01 Thread John A. Bennett
Hey, Mike, Good eye. Yep, I'm in Portland, on board working remotely, doing some scrounging/sourcing, updating some of the social media stuff, and other duties as assigned. It's extremely part-time, but its great to be *be*back. Cheers, John On Friday, February 1, 2013 6:41:01 AM UTC-8, Mike

[RBW] Re: Staff Bikes is back

2013-02-01 Thread John A. Bennett
It's all in the posture, lads. Long stems and swept back bars make it easy. I take my cue from the rider on the far right here: http://69.89.31.130/~thehors5/thm/wp-content/uploads/2010/07/Bad-position.jpg Cheers, John On Thursday, January 31, 2013 9:38:18 PM UTC-8, Aaron Thomas wrote:

[RBW] Re: Staff Bikes is back

2013-02-01 Thread John A. Bennett
Did I say far right? I meant far left. On Friday, February 1, 2013 6:57:09 AM UTC-8, John A. Bennett wrote: It's all in the posture, lads. Long stems and swept back bars make it easy. I take my cue from the rider on the far right here:

[RBW] But how are Longboards on 700c wheels?

2013-02-01 Thread Marc Irwin
They fit my Hillborne perfectly with 700x32 Pasela TG tires and provide the best coverage I've ever seen. Marc -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email

[RBW] Re: FS - 58 cm Orange Quickbeam (NOT Mine)

2013-02-01 Thread colinthehippie
Jim, Do you know if your friend has sold this? I think I'm interested. email me off list thanks. On Thursday, January 31, 2013 9:56:37 AM UTC-6, Cyclofiend Jim wrote: Just bumping this because the owner messaged that he's dropped the price to $1200 for any group member who is interested.

Re: [RBW] Re: In attempt to strengthen the $ against the Yen, Riv sets up currency trading sideline

2013-02-01 Thread Bruce Herbitter
I don't think there is much of a market for $2 bills, either the new ones or the old ones. I have a stash of 1935 $2 bills in new condition. I guess they're still good for bookmark use. Ditto for silver certificates. On Fri, Feb 1, 2013 at 7:53 AM, Leslie leslie.bri...@gmail.com wrote: I think

Re: [RBW] Re: In attempt to strengthen the $ against the Yen, Riv sets up currency trading sideline

2013-02-01 Thread John A. Bennett
It is legal. We checked. We are also required to charge sales tax on the bills if they are sold in California. JAB On Friday, February 1, 2013 7:20:56 AM UTC-8, Fullylugged wrote: I don't think there is much of a market for $2 bills, either the new ones or the old ones. I have a stash of

Re: [RBW] The Roadeo is different from the Ram/AHH (long post)

2013-02-01 Thread Toshi Takeuchi
Having ridden the Ram in the 700c and 650b wheel sizes, there is a definite effect on the handling, but I didn't notice much with the steering. I think the 650b Ram is interesting because nobody would design a 650b bike with a minimum tire width of 42mm, which is what the Ram basically is because

[RBW] Re: Staff Bikes is back

2013-02-01 Thread Mike
John, i'll keep an eye out for you around town. Welcome to Portland! --mike -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to

Re: [RBW] Re: In attempt to strengthen the $ against the Yen, Riv sets up currency trading sideline

2013-02-01 Thread Peter Morgano
I was a security guard at certain gentleman's clubs in college and can attest that the 2 dollar bill was featured prominently, Its less than 5 and more than one was the mantra, haha. On Fri, Feb 1, 2013 at 10:45 AM, John A. Bennett jabin...@gmail.com wrote: It is legal. We checked. We are also

[RBW] Re: But how are Longboards on 700c wheels?

2013-02-01 Thread Ron Mc
agree - installed SKS on my daughter's bike a couple of years ago, and they are easy to adjust for perfect fit and coverage. The Riv installation video is also excellent. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lG_WZVS9SUY On Friday, February 1, 2013 9:09:20 AM UTC-6, Marc Irwin wrote: They fit my

RE: [RBW] Re: But how are Longboards on 700c wheels?

2013-02-01 Thread Allingham II, Thomas J
The Longboards fit perfectly over Schwalbe Delta Cruisers, too - around 37mm. From: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com [mailto:rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Ron Mc Sent: Friday, February 01, 2013 11:16 AM To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Subject: [RBW] Re: But how are

[RBW] Re: But how are Longboards on 700c wheels?

2013-02-01 Thread Nick Worthington
They work fine with my Dureme 700x40's (37 actual) https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=400049260065794set=a.391356014268452.89486.11821707336type=3theater Still has that front tilt/gap that others have noted. And with Marathon Racers 700x35's (32 actual) on my wife's Betty

RE: [RBW] Re: But how are Longboards on 700c wheels?

2013-02-01 Thread Allingham II, Thomas J
This message caused me to go back and look at the Longboards over Delta Cruisers on the Proto-App Mystery Bike, and damned if there isn't a bit of fender rise at the front edge of the front, which I hadn't noticed before! (Makes you realize that what you don't know won't hurt you - at least in

RE: [RBW] Re: But how are Longboards on 700c wheels?

2013-02-01 Thread Allingham II, Thomas J
Nick, what's the bag on your wife's Betty? (No jokes, please.) From: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com [mailto:rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Nick Worthington Sent: Friday, February 01, 2013 11:19 AM To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Subject: [RBW] Re: But how are

[RBW] Re: The Roadeo is different from the Ram/AHH (long post)

2013-02-01 Thread RJM
Thanks for the write up, great input on the handling differences. I ordered a Roadeo in January and can't really wait to compare it to the ride that the Sam Hillborne gives. Like you, I am going to keep it slimmed down and built up for fair weather riding. I want it to be my club riding

[RBW] Considering selling: my 59 Bleriot frame/fork

2013-02-01 Thread colinthehippie
I'm testing the interest in my 59cm Bleriot frame and fork. I have other components I could sell with it, but no wheelset. Thinking $750 for the frame shipping included. It has expected wear for the age and use. I own it second hand from another list member, bought about two years ago. I'm

[RBW] Re: How are you guys putting Hetres on Rambouillets???

2013-02-01 Thread Michael
OK, so it is the height of the forks that restricts the size of the tire. I get it. But there has never been a production 650b Ram? Orange, Blue, and Grren have always been 26 or 700c? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch

[RBW] Re: Considering selling: my 59 Bleriot frame/fork

2013-02-01 Thread Chris
Ah just missed me. I was in the market for a 59cm but I ordered a Roadeo yesterday. Say hello to Texas for me. I'm from Fort Worth. My grandfather lives up in your neck of the woods. Amarillo is an interesting town. See many other Rivs out there? Chris On Friday, February 1, 2013 8:40:40 AM

Re: [RBW] Re: How are you guys putting Hetres on Rambouillets???

2013-02-01 Thread Steve Palincsar
On Fri, 2013-02-01 at 08:55 -0800, Michael wrote: But there has never been a production 650b Ram? Orange, Blue, and Grren have always been 26 or 700c? No, never. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group.

[RBW] Re: How are you guys putting Hetres on Rambouillets???

2013-02-01 Thread ted
Saluki/Hilsen, hillborn, Betty, Bombadil. Any other RBW models that are/were 650B? On Feb 1, 11:57 am, Steve Palincsar palin...@his.com wrote: On Fri, 2013-02-01 at 08:55 -0800, Michael wrote: But there has never been a production 650b Ram? Orange, Blue, and Grren have always been 26 or

[RBW] Re: Mark's Hub Area Rack

2013-02-01 Thread Mike Schiller
Dustin has all the funincluding two of my former bikes. Thanks for the pics Manny. ~mike -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to

Re: [RBW] Re: How are you guys putting Hetres on Rambouillets???

2013-02-01 Thread Michael Williams
cannot forget the good ol' Bleriot! On Fri, Feb 1, 2013 at 9:06 AM, ted ted.ke...@comcast.net wrote: Saluki/Hilsen, hillborn, Betty, Bombadil. Any other RBW models that are/were 650B? On Feb 1, 11:57 am, Steve Palincsar palin...@his.com wrote: On Fri, 2013-02-01 at 08:55 -0800, Michael

[RBW] Re: The Roadeo is different from the Ram/AHH (long post)

2013-02-01 Thread Jeremy Till
Thanks for the great write up, very interesting. Your description of how your Ram and AHH ride very much is how I would describe the handling of both of my bikes, a Quickbeam and my '08 Salsa Casseroll. However, I think some of this is down to frame design (obviously in the case of the

[RBW] FS: 61cm Saluki

2013-02-01 Thread Phil Brown
Due to medical issues I can no longer ride so my beautiful grey Saluki is for sale. It's a big one, 61cm and assembled with Nitto and Velo Orange parts. Fenders, racks, it's a really nice bike. It's at American Cyclery in San Francisco-415-664-4545-and I'm sure they'll ship it anywhere. Phil Brown

RE: [RBW] FS: 61cm Saluki

2013-02-01 Thread Allingham II, Thomas J
Pics and price? -Original Message- From: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com [mailto:rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Phil Brown Sent: Friday, February 01, 2013 12:21 PM To: RBW Owners Bunch Subject: [RBW] FS: 61cm Saluki Due to medical issues I can no longer ride so my

RE: [RBW] Re: How are you guys putting Hetres on Rambouillets???

2013-02-01 Thread Allingham II, Thomas J
And Glorious/Wilbury mixtes! From: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com [mailto:rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Michael Williams Sent: Friday, February 01, 2013 12:13 PM To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Subject: Re: [RBW] Re: How are you guys putting Hetres on Rambouillets???

[RBW] Re: How are you guys putting Hetres on Rambouillets???

2013-02-01 Thread William
Small Sam Hillbornes are 650B On Friday, February 1, 2013 9:06:49 AM UTC-8, ted wrote: Saluki/Hilsen, hillborn, Betty, Bombadil. Any other RBW models that are/were 650B? On Feb 1, 11:57 am, Steve Palincsar palin...@his.com wrote: On Fri, 2013-02-01 at 08:55 -0800, Michael wrote:

[RBW] Re: How are you guys putting Hetres on Rambouillets???

2013-02-01 Thread William
...which was already in your list. More coffee now. OH! and don't forget Small Hillbornes!:-) and small quickbeams. They were 650B On Friday, February 1, 2013 9:31:24 AM UTC-8, William wrote: Small Sam Hillbornes are 650B On Friday, February 1, 2013 9:06:49 AM UTC-8, ted wrote:

[RBW] Re: FS: 61cm Saluki

2013-02-01 Thread Phil Brown
Sorry, I'm still in the hospital and have no pics and you will have to call American for the price. I'll try to post it later today but they don't open for an hour and a half. Phil On Feb 1, 9:25 am, Allingham II, Thomas J thomas.alling...@skadden.com wrote: Pics and price? -- You received

[RBW] Re: Considering selling: my 59 Bleriot frame/fork

2013-02-01 Thread Kris
My 59cm Bleriot sold on eBay w/ Buy it Now for $1499 rather quickly. It was moderately spec'd including hammered Honjo fenders and in excellent condition. Hope that helps with a reference point. On Friday, February 1, 2013 11:40:40 AM UTC-5, colinthehippie wrote: I'm testing the interest in

[RBW] Re: Staff Bikes is back

2013-02-01 Thread John Bennett
I'll be the guy with the extremely upright riding position. Thanks, Mike! On Friday, February 1, 2013 7:52:09 AM UTC-8, Mike wrote: John, i'll keep an eye out for you around town. Welcome to Portland! --mike -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups

[RBW] Re: FS: 61cm Saluki

2013-02-01 Thread Philip Williamson
I'm really sorry to hear about that. All the best, Philip -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To

[RBW] Re: FS: 61cm Saluki

2013-02-01 Thread Michael Hechmer
Phil, I'm truly sorry that you will need to give up riding. At 68, I can easily foresee even a minor problem ending my riding career and so can easily empathize. Your bike is in my size range and I am remembering the Saluki as an early, beautiful 650B bike. Can you tell us more about this

RE: [RBW] Re: FS: 61cm Saluki

2013-02-01 Thread Allingham II, Thomas J
Phil -- So sorry to hear, hope your recovery is a swift one. -Original Message- From: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com [mailto:rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Phil Brown Sent: Friday, February 01, 2013 12:35 PM To: RBW Owners Bunch Subject: [RBW] Re: FS: 61cm Saluki

Re: [RBW] Re: But how are Longboards on 700c wheels?

2013-02-01 Thread Nick Worthington
Pudge: No offense taken :.) That's one of Zimbale's leather seat bags. Nice bags, but they have magnetic closures, so we add a toe-strap around them - so they don't pop open. Nick W. On Friday, February 1, 2013 8:35:30 AM UTC-8, Pudge wrote: Nick, what’s the bag on your wife’s Betty?

Re: [RBW] Re: But how are Longboards on 700c wheels?

2013-02-01 Thread Nick Worthington
Hum, now that you mention it, that frame has huge clearance, and the picture may be from before I fabricated a drop plate to move the fender down at the fork-crown The fender still has the tilt, even with the plate. But the gap may be less now. Nick W On Friday, February 1, 2013

[RBW] Re: Considering selling: my 59 Bleriot frame/fork

2013-02-01 Thread colinthehippie
I have not yet seen another Riv in town, but on rare occasions someone recognizes my Riv for what it is. But even if they don't know Rivendells, people are always duly impressed by my rig...as they should be! On Friday, February 1, 2013 10:55:47 AM UTC-6, Chris wrote: Ah just missed me. I

[RBW] Re: of Bikes and Planes

2013-02-01 Thread Liesl
I've flown with my Friday a fair amount, and while it's surely different than boxing up a normal bike, I would say: yes, there will be scratches and dings. But here are a few tips that I think would transfer to a big bike: Splitting thick clear plastic tubing and then cutting it for length

[RBW] Re: Jenny, Riv-Chica Warrior West saved my bike!!!!

2013-02-01 Thread HTC
A round of applause for Jenny and congrats to Toshi for getting your Roadeo! Every Riv bike is special, but Toshi's comes with a great story that will be told for many generations! On Thursday, January 31, 2013 1:39:55 PM UTC-7, ttoshi wrote: I just picked up my most amazing Roadeo (more

[RBW] Re: Mark's Hub Area Rack

2013-02-01 Thread sameness
Some sneaky glimpses up on the S24O Tumblr: http://25.media.tumblr.com/aba0e9ede4d0fd195a4da2935ad6c458/tumblr_mhioiuDDGz1ru625xo2_1280.jpg http://24.media.tumblr.com/cbc59ef732413fa7fee6ed60bca4a73f/tumblr_mhioiuDDGz1ru625xo3_1280.jpg

Re: [RBW] FS: Specialized Sequoia 650b Conversion

2013-02-01 Thread jar351
The frame has been sold. Thanks folks! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group,

[RBW] FS: Synergy-XC Pro Wheelset (650b)

2013-02-01 Thread jar351
Selling a great hand-built set of 650b wheels, perfect for converting a vintage frame. The hubs are NOS Suntour XC Pro (100/126mm spacing, threaded for freewheel, cartridge bearing), the rims are 32H Velocity Synergies (machined sidewall, symmetrical version), and the spokes are double-butted.

[RBW] Re: WTB Riv bike

2013-02-01 Thread steve
I have an Atlantis 58 for sale below. My email wardbrent@hotmail(dot)com. Thanks, Steve -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to

[RBW] Re: Derailler Tech Question

2013-02-01 Thread Edwin W
I believe it. My kids and my cousins kids just really don't get those combos. I love the 1x6,7,8 drive trains for them! (They are all under 11). Edwin -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group

[RBW] Re: Staff Bikes is back

2013-02-01 Thread Edwin W
Wow. 12 bikes owned by practical riders. Who bike every day. And I am assuming often at night during the winter. And not one dynamo set up? I can't imagine it Security concerns? Might be in the Bay Area. Cost? Not compared to those rigs! Availability? Not to this crew. Added rolling

[RBW] Re: Jenny, Riv-Chica Warrior West saved my bike!!!!

2013-02-01 Thread Shoji Takahashi
Your bicycle comes with a great story even before its first ride! It needs a special RCWw badge or something. On Thursday, January 31, 2013 3:39:55 PM UTC-5, ttoshi wrote: I just picked up my most amazing Roadeo (more later), and I found out that it was my frame that Jenny saved from the

[RBW] Re: Where to get a replacement old school MTB fork?

2013-02-01 Thread doc
Does your town have a bike co-op hidden away somewhere? Plus there is always some retired guy running a second hand beater bike shop out of his garage... On Sunday, January 27, 2013 8:55:03 PM UTC-5, Fully Lugged wrote: Wonder if anyone on the lists has a suggestion. A local rider needs a

[RBW] Re: Considering selling: my 59 Bleriot frame/fork

2013-02-01 Thread Kyle Adkins
Do you have pictures of the framed. I am interested -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to

Re: [RBW] Riv Wrap Fest in Seattle

2013-02-01 Thread Rob
Great stuff Brian! Wow--clearly I am at the very beginning of learning how to do this. There's a whole group on Flickr! People are amazing. And your wrap reflects the same level of thought and craft I've seen in your leatherwork--very nice. Rob H. in Seattle -- You received this message

Re: [RBW] Re: Mark's Hub Area Rack

2013-02-01 Thread Jim Mather
Nice pics, and very useful looking rack. Is Dustin taking Pineapple Bob's place as tester/model? Just kidding, Dustin, don't give up your day job yet. jim m wc ca On Thu, Jan 31, 2013 at 7:23 PM, sameness samen...@gmail.com wrote: Some sneaky glimpses up on the S24O Tumblr:

[RBW] Re: Staff Bikes is back

2013-02-01 Thread Dave Rivbike
I didn't leave anyone out by intention, I just rounded up the bikes that were here yesterday, a Thursday. That's who was here. More coming. There's no prep or dressing up or wait, let me put my fenders back on so I'll try to sneak them when the bikes aren't prepared. On Thursday, January 31,

Re: [RBW] Re: The Roadeo is different from the Ram/AHH (long post)

2013-02-01 Thread Toshi Takeuchi
Thanks Jeremy, Good observations and questions. I have a 54 Ram, 54 AHH and 53 Roadeo. All of the handlebars are set to about seat level height. All use Rivet pearl saddles pushed pretty far back, and 2 use Nitto lugged seatposts and the Roadeo uses a VO setback seatpost. Between the Roadeo

[RBW] 650B bike recommendations

2013-02-01 Thread Alex
Hi folks, Can you recommend a 650B bicycle for me? I already have a 650B bike for camping and carrying heaving loads (a converted 1985 Miyata 610) and would like one other 650B racing-style bicycle for everything else (along the lines of Jan Heine's comments in the one bike thread at

Re: [RBW] Re: The Roadeo is different from the Ram/AHH (long post)

2013-02-01 Thread David Sprunger
Hi. Interesting discussion. Do you use a quill or threadless stem? Even the bikes with the threadless headsets seem to have bars near the seat level, but one wonders if the threadless setups have slightly lower bars and if that characteristic changes one's perception of how the bike handles. David

[RBW] Re: FS: 61cm Saluki

2013-02-01 Thread Phil Brown
The Saluki is priced at $1800 and I'm sure-but haven't asked-that Bradley would shoot pictures to anybody who wants them Phil Brown -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from

[RBW] Re: 650B bike recommendations

2013-02-01 Thread rcnute
Rawland Stag or Ocean Air Rambler. I think all of these but the Ebisu are TIG-welded. Ryan On Friday, February 1, 2013 2:48:22 PM UTC-8, Alex wrote: Hi folks, Can you recommend a 650B bicycle for me? I already have a 650B bike for camping and carrying heaving loads (a converted 1985

[RBW] Re: The Roadeo is different from the Ram/AHH (long post)

2013-02-01 Thread Kelly
I thought my RAM was as you say quicker steering than the AHH.I built the RAM up to be my Roadeo since the chances of getting a 68cm one seemed slim since they don't make them. I will say this though as I built it up to do what you are doing with your Roadeo.At first I was going to

Re: [RBW] 650B bike recommendations

2013-02-01 Thread Steve Palincsar
Lyons L'Avecaise or Boulder randonneur On Fri, 2013-02-01 at 14:48 -0800, Alex wrote: Hi folks, Can you recommend a 650B bicycle for me? I already have a 650B bike for camping and carrying heaving loads (a converted 1985 Miyata 610) and would like one other 650B racing-style

[RBW] Re: Staff Bikes is back

2013-02-01 Thread Joe Bernard
I don't think I've ever seen a dynohub bike at Rivendell, in person or in photos. They seem to be happy with good battery-powered lights that can be removed in the summer. Joe Bernard Vallejo, CA. On Friday, February 1, 2013 8:14:49 AM UTC-8, Edwin W wrote: Wow. 12 bikes owned by practical

[RBW] Re: 650B bike recommendations

2013-02-01 Thread Mike Schiller
The new BD Pelican's are filet brazed by Winter cycles. ~mike -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com.

[RBW] Re: 650B bike recommendations

2013-02-01 Thread Jim M.
On Friday, February 1, 2013 2:48:22 PM UTC-8, Alex wrote: Hi folks, Can you recommend a 650B bicycle for me? Since this is the Rivendell list, I'd recommend the Hilsen, Hillborne, or San Marcos. Any of those could fulfill what you're looking for and they all come in 650B at certain

Re: [RBW] Re: 650B bike recommendations

2013-02-01 Thread Peter Morgano
Thankfully Jim said what I was thinking. Many a fine 650b Rivendell out there, or go over to the 650b list On Feb 1, 2013 7:39 PM, Jim M. mather...@gmail.com wrote: On Friday, February 1, 2013 2:48:22 PM UTC-8, Alex wrote: Hi folks, Can you recommend a 650B bicycle for me? Since this

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: 61cm Saluki

2013-02-01 Thread cyclotourist
Hi Phil, Salukis were even number sized frames, do you know if it is a 60 or 62? http://www.cyclofiend.com/rbw/geometry.html Bleriots were the odd #'s. On Fri, Feb 1, 2013 at 3:10 PM, Phil Brown philcyc...@gmail.com wrote: The Saluki is priced at $1800 and I'm sure-but haven't asked-that

[RBW] Re: The Roadeo is different from the Ram/AHH (long post)

2013-02-01 Thread ted
I can't decifer your geometry numbers, but I suspect the rodeos chain stays are shorter and its bottom bracket is higher. I think you said the top tube was shorter too, though some of that could just be due to a steeper seat tube. So you end up with a shorter wheelbase and a higher center of

[RBW] Re: 650B bike recommendations

2013-02-01 Thread ted
With the op specing canti brakes, talking light and racy, and reading like a jan fan, perhaps a used canti saluki would be the closest thing in a riv. On Feb 1, 7:39 pm, Jim M. mather...@gmail.com wrote: On Friday, February 1, 2013 2:48:22 PM UTC-8, Alex wrote: Hi folks, Can you recommend

[RBW] Re: The Roadeo is different from the Ram/AHH (long post)

2013-02-01 Thread ted
Um, and what tires? On Feb 1, 6:01 pm, David Sprunger sprun...@gmail.com wrote: Hi. Interesting discussion. Do you use a quill or threadless stem? Even the bikes with the threadless headsets seem to have bars near the seat level, but one wonders if the threadless setups have slightly lower

[RBW] Re: 650B bike recommendations

2013-02-01 Thread Leslie
How about a 26 wheeled Atlantis, then do a 650b conversion w/ Paul Motolite beakes? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to

[RBW] Re: Staff Bikes is back

2013-02-01 Thread Ryan Ray
I wasn't shocked by the lack of dynamo lighting. It's still a pretty pricy thing to have on a bike. I live in the PacNW and commute every day and don't have one. The surprise for me was no fenders! How do you ride a bike with no fenders? :) - Ryan Nursing a flu and pneumonia instead of a beer

[RBW] Re: FS: 61cm Saluki

2013-02-01 Thread Phil Brown
My remembrance is 61 but it could be 60. It's big and it fit me. Phil On Feb 1, 5:20 pm, cyclotourist cyclotour...@gmail.com wrote: Hi Phil, Salukis were even number sized frames, do you know if it is a 60 or 62? http://www.cyclofiend.com/rbw/geometry.html Bleriots were the odd #'s.

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: 61cm Saluki

2013-02-01 Thread cyclotourist
Got it, thanks! On Fri, Feb 1, 2013 at 6:36 PM, Phil Brown philcyc...@gmail.com wrote: My remembrance is 61 but it could be 60. It's big and it fit me. Phil On Feb 1, 5:20 pm, cyclotourist cyclotour...@gmail.com wrote: Hi Phil, Salukis were even number sized frames, do you know if it is a

Re: [RBW] Re: 650B bike recommendations

2013-02-01 Thread tortoise . said
Thanks for the recommendations, folks. I'm going to copy my question to the 650B Google Group and continue the conversation there, because that seems like a more appropriate forum for this question. Alex On Sat, Feb 2, 2013 at 3:02 PM, Leslie leslie.bri...@gmail.com wrote: How about a 26

Re: [RBW] Re: Staff Bikes is back

2013-02-01 Thread Eric Platt
While I like and use dynamos, there is a nice thought to having a good battery powered light. Have one for my SimpleOne as am trying to keep that bike, well, simple. But every one has fenders. Prefer them in Minnesota. But unlike many, am not tough enough to commute every day. There are many

[RBW] Re: 650B bike recommendations

2013-02-01 Thread cbone97
Is the Velo Orange Polyvalent too obvious or inexpensive? Currently 20 percent off during V.O.'s move. I'm building one up with many Riv parts and believe it's gonna be a dandy. On Feb 1, 4:48 pm, Alex tortoise.s...@gmail.com wrote: Hi folks, Can you recommend a 650B bicycle for me? I

[RBW] Re: Staff Bikes is back

2013-02-01 Thread Benz, Sunnyvale, CA
I'm not sure it's the price that's keeping the Riv folks from using dynamo lighting. During the last garage sale, they had a whole bag of new SP dynamo hubs that were sold for a song ($20 or $25). If any of the Riv folks had wanted those, I suspect they would have gotten a similarly good price

[RBW] Re: Staff Bikes is back

2013-02-01 Thread Manuel Acosta
I agreed with Addison the Legolas bike was before my time and I wish they still had it. My next bike would have to be a custom Legolasish 650b go fast bike. One thing that is not mention about the staff bikes is that all the lovely workers are constantly just riding on random bikes hanging

[RBW] Re: Mark's Hub Area Rack

2013-02-01 Thread Manuel Acosta
Yikes not my pictures. Granto is the name-o. Hoping to jump on a overnighter this weekend with the famous Dustin. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an

[RBW] Re: Staff Bikes is back

2013-02-01 Thread Jim M.
On Friday, February 1, 2013 8:14:49 AM UTC-8, Edwin W wrote: Wow. 12 bikes owned by practical riders. Who bike every day. And I am assuming often at night during the winter. And not one dynamo set up? Because they are closet weight weenies. -- You received this message because you are

[RBW] Mt.Hamiliton S240 Feb 20- 21?

2013-02-01 Thread Manuel Acosta
Mike asked me about a s240 trip to Mt.Ham. Taking Will's suggestion. Trying to give enough notice so that people can actually come to these things. Hosting a s240 to Mt.Hamilition. Will be a mixed terrain ride. Long and a good amount of climbing. Two days 4000+ climbing. But the views and route

Re: [RBW] Mt.Hamiliton S240 Feb 20- 21?

2013-02-01 Thread Anne Paulson
The part on the other side of Mt. Hamilton is plenty interesting. Flat? Well... On Fri, Feb 1, 2013 at 10:17 PM, Manuel Acosta manueljohnaco...@hotmail.com wrote: Mike asked me about a s240 trip to Mt.Ham. Taking Will's suggestion. Trying to give enough notice so that people can actually come