[RBW] Re: WTB bar end shifters
Somebody was offering 3 sets a few day ago. Scroll down the list and you will find it. On Feb 8, 9:26 am, Jared Volpe jaredvo...@gmail.com wrote: Anyone have a set of bar end shifters that they want to get rid of? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Geometry charts
this is the latest one I had, uploaded to google docs :) https://docs.google.com/file/d/0BwiqqlgYXXvxMVNrbnFra1M0U28/edit?usp=sharing -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Question about *slightly* oversized bottles
Eventually you'll snap the welds on the iris cages. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Fender Install Help (Fender Wedge)
Rene, Thanks for responding, i feel really dumb because when i hold it in my hand or read your instructions it sounds really easy but when i go to do it i cannot figure it out. Maybe i have a spatial comprehension issue, but let me try to explain my confusion. The way i have it setup now with the metal washer and rubber washer the fender is held up tight against the fork crown, there is now sag. When i tried swapping it out with the wedge, there are a few things i don't understand. -is the wedge actually bolted down? with the big hole in the center, even when i bolt everything together, i can just lift it off the top of the daruma (before i slide it into the fork crown) -the 'well' in the wedge on the fork-crown side is so deep that if i try to bolt the daruma only, the eyelet on the daruma that the fork-crown-bolt slides through would be below the edge of the wedge, i wouldn't be able to get the bolt through(and the daruma threads would actually be too deep in the underside of the fender. In order to get over the second problem, i added spacers to push the daruma higher into crown, adding as many spacers as possible i am able to get everything bolted and mounted, but it's not tight against the fork crown, it sags 5mm (?), i can force it up by using a third contact point with my front rack, but i'd prefer for it to be tight against the fork on it's own. Are your's tight against the fork crown? Thinking about it now, if i removed the rubber washer and added more spacers it would push it higher into the crown, but then the eyelet on the daruma would't actually hang on the thru bolt. Now i might have the wrong hardware as i've swapped out the different bits with my fenders. I'm trying to do this with a set of VO fenders. and i've tried two different daruma's that i have. Thanks for any tips, in the end (after an hour of fiddling) i just put the rubber+metal washers back in place and tightened everything back togther, i really could've used a picture guide for this, but i've always had issues trying to decipher fender installation instructions! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] WTB bar end shifters
Jared, If you want to roll-your-own i have a pair of shifter pods that i just liberated from a bike that i would sell you. You;d need to find some shifters to pair up. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: No Bombadil????
On Thursday, February 7, 2013 9:29:17 PM UTC-8, Peter M wrote: Isnt this another case of where a bike comes out and says it can take x size tires and we all groan and say we want x+1 size tires to fit it? Not at all. The Bombadil was marketed (that word doesn't seem quite right since we're talking about RBW) as a mountain bike. It's reasonable that a mountain bike should be able to handle a 2.25 tire with mud clearance. It's not like saying, the Roadeo is great an all but why can't it handle Big Apples? In the end it sounds like the tire clearance wasn't an issue with the Bombadil. --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. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] WTB bar end shifters
I may have a pair of Shimano 9 speed... Let me check tonight.
René
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Anyone have a set of bar end shifters that they want to get rid of?
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[RBW] Re: Fender Install Help (Fender Wedge)
Never installed one, but by the looks of it, the wedge fits between the underside of the fork crown and the rubber washer itself, thin side forward so as to reduce the squished/not-very-compressed effect (to borrow from their technical parlance) on the washer. It's not meant to replace the washer itself. Apologies if this was obvious, but it's all I've got! Jeff Hagedorn Warragul, VIC Australia -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Fender Install Help (Fender Wedge)
Does this drawing on VO site help? http://velo-orange.blogspot.com/2009/10/another-fender-trick.html On Thursday, February 7, 2013 4:18:40 PM UTC-5, Minh wrote: Ok, so in the middle of winter tweaking, has anyone installed a fender wedge, http://www.renehersestore.com/servlet/the-520/Fender-Wedge-for-underside/Detailon a Hillborne? I can't figure out how to position it to get it to fit, i'd like to replace the rubber washer and get the fender a little tighter in that one spot. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Additional spikes for Grip Kings
I didn't even bother trying to drill out the holes. I just screwed the little spikes into the holes with a sturdy hex wrench, letting them self-tap their way in. Seems to work reasonably well. I've a one or two fall out in the ensuing months but if you're putting 4-8 spikes per pedal side, you've got a lot of redundancy there. I supposed if I used a bit of blue or even red Loctite on them at the same time, they'd be even more secure. They do definitely finally allow the Grip Kings live up to their name. Grip is amazing now, especially in the rain. On Friday, February 8, 2013 12:57:38 AM UTC-5, Michael Williams wrote: Hey Group, just wondering if anyone has any experience with the spikes that Rivendell sells that you can put into the Grip Kings. I drilled out a hole with a 7/64 bit which is right between the recommended 3/32 and 1/8 and tried screwing one in but it just didnt want to go. Then I drilled that same hole with a 1/8 bit and it still wouldnt budge.I thought I was going to break/bend my little 2mm Hex key. Am I doing something wrong? thanks in advance. -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. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Any Riv tandem riders--tire width?
We've ridden a 700c steel Trek tandem from the early '90s for a number of years w/ 35c tires and fenders. I'm big (6'7), stoker small (5'2), team weight somewhere around 340 total. Ridden mostly on road, but on some non-pave trials, the worst of which was the CO Canal (roots, rocks, mud, and ruts), and while a little extra cush would sometimes be good, we've been fine. We bought our Trek used and really enjoyed it. That said, we've been saving our pennies for several years and have ordered a custom Bilenky 650b randonneur/travel SS coupled bike that is designed for Hetres w/fenders. You are right in your observation that the majority of stock road tandem makers (esp. Santana) seem to be trying to emulate single bike styling and design w/ low spoke count wheels w/ narrow tires. There are a few exceptions, but custom is not too far off the cost of an upmarket stock bike, so if the budget allows I'd definitely go custom (or look for a deal on a used bike w/ room for at least 35c tires and semi-sensible geometry). Julian Westerhout Bloomington, IL On Thursday, February 7, 2013 12:53:35 AM UTC-6, Salween wrote: Don't know if Grant and Co. will ever produce a tandem, so in the meantime will be getting one elsewhere. Seems like most tandems out there follow the skinny tire theme, with the exception of R+E in Seattle and Bilenky in Philadelphia, and even their tire clearances don't seem to push as far north as nearly all Riv singles. So wondering if there are any tandem riders here and what tire widths they prefer. On my Sam I ride 33/35mm tires often on marginal roads. So wondering what that might translate to on a 700c tandem? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Any Riv tandem riders--tire width?
My 1979. Tom Ritchey Tandem won't take anything wider than a 28mm. I feel the bumps! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] WTB: Dirt drop stem and other pieces
Finishing up piecing together a nine speed hilsen. I'm looking for a few things: nitto dirt drop stem, mks pedals,..Marks front rack and a medium basket also.I have a brand new in the box brooks flyer i'd trade and of course cash.Thanks.Peter -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Any Riv tandem riders--tire width?
Wow, thank you all so much for the input. Pretty much confirms what I thought that we would probably want clearances for up to 50mm with fenders. 1) Co-Motion Java Yes, should have mentioned that I've looked pretty long and hard at this offering, but wondered if the frame might be a bit overkill as we won't necessarily be doing much trail per say, and as was noted Co-Motion's Dawn said it was stiffer than their Speedster. Though I'm pretty tall, 36 inseam, but we're not a an overly heavy team at 280#? Also, while it says touring, kind of surprised that it's lowest gear with 29er tires is a 30-34--and the granny can't get much smaller My Sam's got lower gears than that, as do Co-Motions touring singles. Also, the duel disks seem a bit sub-optimal for descents over a mile or so with gear (overheating)? Seems like the tried and true cantis with drum would be better--at least as an option? So certainly would be looking at building out a frame if go this rout. When I asked about fitting a 64/104 spidered triple, the sales rep would not confirm it would fit and said I would need to check with the crank supplier-DaVinci? Also don't know about room for canti studs on the rear given how the triangle is configured? Will need to check that too. 2) Wheel diameters (26, 650b, 700c) Yup, trust 26 will offer the greatest confidence, and can confirm on our Cannondale that 40* Rhyno Lites can really take a beating and hold true (though one broken nipple) for thousands of miles. However, it seems 700c rim/wheel strength can be pretty good these days as well, and I think we might find a bit more comfort over the smaller ruts and long haul with the slightly longer circumference. Hard to know exactly, but I'm far more comfortable on my Sam with 33/35mm tires than the Cannondale with 26x1.9--and their could be all manner of reasons for this beyond the tires/wheels: aluminum tubes So exploring the 700c option and wondering how wide we should be prepared to go if we choose to. The 650b option is interesting. Certainly a growing number of tire choices out there. But I've not seen many rim options at 36-hole and none at 40-hole, but maybe 36 is enough for our needs? What are folks using for touring tandems? 3) R+E Yes, had a visit there and test road one of their tandems. Nice folks for sure. One reason the Java looks interesting is that we likely may want a pair of couplers as we move/travel with the bike a lot, and one less tube would be kind of nice. The R+E frame price would sill be a bit less though. But one thing that I found a bit odd though, is that when looking at their build options, say substituting DaVinci cranks or a Thudbuster ST stoker post, R+E is actually charging customers well above the retail price if you just went ahead and purchased them on you own--independently of the fact that it's a substitution for the stoker post or Sugino tandem crankset. Same with Phil hubs, etc. There's no more work involved? In general, however, their philosophy seems to be more Riv-like than most, and like that. Again, this input has been very useful, especially hearing from an actual Java owner, and look forward to any more that might follow. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] WTB: Dirt drop stem and other pieces
I have two pairs of MKS sneaker pedals I'll be posting for sale if you're interested. Used very little. René On Thursday, February 7, 2013, 3wheelin wrote: Finishing up piecing together a nine speed hilsen. I'm looking for a few things: nitto dirt drop stem, mks pedals,..Marks front rack and a medium basket also.I have a brand new in the box brooks flyer i'd trade and of course cash.Thanks.Peter -- 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 javascript:;. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.comjavascript:; . Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- Sent from Gmail Mobile -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Geometry charts
This was what I had on the cyclofiend.com site: http://www.cyclofiend.com/rbw/geometry.html - J -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: FS: 61cm AHH F/F/HS/BB
M... A butterscotch Hilsen in my size... be still my beating heart... On Friday, February 8, 2013 12:53:06 AM UTC-5, Michael Williams wrote: Hey Group, Up for sale is a used 61cm AHH F/F/HS/BB. Its Toyo built, if that means anything. Repainted Butterscotch. Its 'creamier' in life than in the photos. definitely used, never abused. It has some paint chips here an there that i covered with nail polish. Some chainsuck chips and a little wear on the inside left chainstay from tire rub I guess. I sometimes squeezed 42s, so that is my only guess. There is also some shellac residue on the headtube and a little on the DT and TT. Headset is FSA almost brand new, oldish BB but still is smooth.Asking $1100+ shipping, which is now way less than half of the newly priced AHH frames which would be roughly $2500 including tax :) Would like to sell in the Bay Area if possible.-Mike http://www.flickr.com/photos/92673144@N02/ -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] WTB: Dirt drop stem and other pieces
What extension are you looking for in the stem? Dan Marin On Feb 7, 2013, at 3:03 PM, 3wheelin ssubman2...@yahoo.com wrote: Finishing up piecing together a nine speed hilsen. I'm looking for a few things: nitto dirt drop stem, mks pedals,..Marks front rack and a medium basket also.I have a brand new in the box brooks flyer i'd trade and of course cash.Thanks.Peter -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: Additional spikes for Grip Kings
Hey Peter,thanks for the reply. I tried that originally but it didnt work. My problem is that I can only screw them in for like one full turn, so the spike never really goes in, its really just sort of on top of the pedal.Were you able to get about half of the spike to screw in? thanks again -Mike On Fri, Feb 8, 2013 at 6:59 AM, Peter F phfmu...@gmail.com wrote: I didn't even bother trying to drill out the holes. I just screwed the little spikes into the holes with a sturdy hex wrench, letting them self-tap their way in. Seems to work reasonably well. I've a one or two fall out in the ensuing months but if you're putting 4-8 spikes per pedal side, you've got a lot of redundancy there. I supposed if I used a bit of blue or even red Loctite on them at the same time, they'd be even more secure. They do definitely finally allow the Grip Kings live up to their name. Grip is amazing now, especially in the rain. On Friday, February 8, 2013 12:57:38 AM UTC-5, Michael Williams wrote: Hey Group, just wondering if anyone has any experience with the spikes that Rivendell sells that you can put into the Grip Kings. I drilled out a hole with a 7/64 bit which is right between the recommended 3/32 and 1/8 and tried screwing one in but it just didnt want to go. Then I drilled that same hole with a 1/8 bit and it still wouldnt budge.I thought I was going to break/bend my little 2mm Hex key. Am I doing something wrong? thanks in advance. -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. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Fender Install Help (Fender Wedge)
Shoji's diagram (thanks i remember seeing this before), is how i have it now with with the rubber washer, i'm able to get the fender up tight against the bottom of the fork crown, but i can't swap in the wedge for the flat metal washer with the daruma in there now, when i switch out with a longer daruma, the eyelet is in the wrong spot. I guess i just don;t have the right daruma to use the wedge, i need one with the slot in the daruma a little higher for the combination of fork+ fender that i have, but i appreciate all the input to affirm that it is in fact simple, but that i don't have the right hardware to make it work. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: FS: 60cm Bombadil
Oh no... First the Butterscotch Hilsen, and now the Silver Bomba??? Too much for one day... *Note to self... must find bank to rob... * On Thursday, February 7, 2013 7:05:41 PM UTC-5, Marty wrote: I am offering my 60cm Bombadil for sale. Frame, fork headset for now, (the diagatube version) but some other parts from the current build may follow. It is flawless in every way, no different than the day it arrived here in Chicago. Gorgeous silver paint. Nothing to do with the recent notice that this model has been taken out of the line of production Rivs. Asking $2,250 plus shipping, or you can pick it up. Pics of the recent build here - with eggplant-wrapped Noodles. I will consider a package deal if you want it complete as shown, but I'm planning to transfer the kit to another bike at the moment. Reply offline if you have questions. Thanks. http://www.flickr.com/photos/32306142@N07/sets/72157625382429018/ -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: No Bombadil????
Hey, move fast... nervona.com is available! - Andrew, Berkeley On Thursday, February 7, 2013 9:24:20 PM UTC-8, Patrick Moore wrote: Nervona? Sounds like a Target house brand. Patrick aiming for Nirvana Moore -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Thrifty Cycling
Here's a question for everyone: What's your best cycling deal of all time? I'll start with a few recent examples of great stuff that I got for close to nothing or … nothing: -- My late 60s Raleigh Superbe, purchased at a yard sale for $5. A day's worth of elbow grease (washing, scrubbing, and polishing) turned it into a very nice looking bike. I had to spend about $10 to buy a missing part, and I bought a used Brooks Flyer to replace the awful modern saddle the bike came from. Also put on a Carradice bag that I already had. Similar bikes show up on eBay for about $500. -- The Sigma computer on my random bike, found in a planter in downtown Davis by my daughter. With the addition of a $5 mount (eBay), it works perfectly. -- The wireless Cateye computer on my folding rando bike, found on the road by me. I bought a $5 mount online, and paired it with a sending unit I already had. Works perfectly. -- My favorite cycling shoes, a pair of Specialized BG MTB-type shoes, bought from a fellow local cyclist for $10. I originally planned to use them for wet weather and muddy rides, but they became my favorite shoes, and have been on my feet for an 1,100-mile ride from Santa Rosa to Seattle (www.wheelshorth.org), several brevet series, and PBP in 2011. So … what's your best deal ever? --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com www.campyonly.com campyonlyguy.blogspot.com -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Thinking of changing up the All Rounder - or spring fever??
I think if you don't like the 'Chippers, you won't like the Midges. Philip www.biketinker.com On Thursday, February 7, 2013 4:03:29 PM UTC-8, jinxed wrote: OK...well the woodchippers are crossed off. I took a trip across town today to visit a LBS that carries a bunch of Salsa / Surly goodies and they had several bikes set up with the WC bars. I really liked the top position, and the hoods, but the drops were way outside my ideal. Too wide and too angled toward the ground. I might try to find something with a Midge set up and check those out. I like the idea that the drops are shallow, but basically level. The brake hoods should still offer a good flat position and effectively widen and pull back my hands vs the mustache. It would also add the comfy top position the m-bar lacks. I'll never part with the mustache because I do like it tried and true. BUT I had a flat bar set up I liked before I tried the m-bar, so it's always good to try new things. So far, the mustache has won out against; Noodles, Soma ARC, Bullmoose, and Albatross configurations. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Calling All Patrick Moores!
Yeah, march 2008, i suggest we don't do another ride during wind season. You were probably counting threads in the tires. We should wait until Ryan W and I have our Ramblers built up too... Sent from my space egg Tariksaleh.com On Feb 7, 2013, at 9:52 PM, PATRICK MOORE bertin...@gmail.com wrote: That's not a flat! I was only checking bearing tension. Or rim trueness. Or something. March, 2008, right? We should have another go sometime. On Thu, Feb 7, 2013 at 4:45 PM, tarik saleh tariksa...@gmail.com wrote: He totally exists, but if he tells you he never flats, well: http://www.flickr.com/photos/targetsalad/2338768467/ On Thu, Feb 7, 2013 at 4:17 PM, Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com wrote: For the record, Patrick *does* exist. I think. Patrick (or at least, someone who *said* he was Patrick) hosted me for a very nice ride along the Bosque in ABQ when I was there a couple of years ago on a business trip. Very nice guy, whoever he is. --Eric N www.CampyOnly.com CampyOnlyGuy.blogspot.com Twitter: @CampyOnlyGuy On Feb 7, 2013, at 2:22 PM, Liesl li...@smm.org wrote: Hey Patrick, I'm here in ABQ for a blink. Whatcha doin after 5:00? I'm at a downtown hotel. Perhaps we could meet in the flesh and I could report back to the group and confirm that you do in fact exist! liesl -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- Tarik Saleh tas at tariksaleh dot com in los alamos, po box 208, 87544 http://tariksaleh.com all sorts of bikes blog: http://tsaleh.blogspot.com -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- - Patrick Moore, Albuquerque, NM, USA 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 unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Thrifty Cycling
I bought a NOS Landshark frame and fork for $150. It was the perfect size and had never been built up. This was in 2005. Also bought a new Wanta lugged frame for $100. Came with a matching (though non- lugged) fork. It was my size as well. Alan Wanta is a smaller regional frame builder. And finally, bought a brand new Waterford 2200 with full Ultegra from a shop for $1299. Also my size and had the flame/ fade orange and red paint job. Someone ordered it and backed out. Oh wait. Also got my wife one of the Rams that Riv donated to the non-profit in SF (forget the name) for $1500. This was the standard Ram build. Which do I think was the best deal? Prob the Landshark but the others are close. Cheers, cm -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: Thinking of changing up the All Rounder - or spring fever??
Is this necessarily true? I didn't use the Woodchipper very long at all, but they are wider than the Midge and seemed to have a steeper flare and less comfortable hoods -- it was some time ago, so I may not remember accurately. But the Midges are definitely worth a look, if not a try -- somewhere on the web there is a comparison but I've lost the link. On Fri, Feb 8, 2013 at 10:20 AM, Philip Williamson philip.william...@gmail.com wrote: I think if you don't like the 'Chippers, you won't like the Midges. Philip www.biketinker.com On Thursday, February 7, 2013 4:03:29 PM UTC-8, jinxed wrote: OK...well the woodchippers are crossed off. I took a trip across town today to visit a LBS that carries a bunch of Salsa / Surly goodies and they had several bikes set up with the WC bars. I really liked the top position, and the hoods, but the drops were way outside my ideal. Too wide and too angled toward the ground. I might try to find something with a Midge set up and check those out. I like the idea that the drops are shallow, but basically level. The brake hoods should still offer a good flat position and effectively widen and pull back my hands vs the mustache. It would also add the comfy top position the m-bar lacks. I'll never part with the mustache because I do like it tried and true. BUT I had a flat bar set up I liked before I tried the m-bar, so it's always good to try new things. So far, the mustache has won out against; Noodles, Soma ARC, Bullmoose, and Albatross configurations. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- - Patrick Moore, Albuquerque, NM, USA 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 unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: Question about *slightly* oversized bottles
Thanks -- I think I'll play safe and return. On Fri, Feb 8, 2013 at 6:45 AM, Jim Thill - Hiawatha Cyclery thill@gmail.com wrote: Eventually you'll snap the welds on the iris cages. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- - Patrick Moore, Albuquerque, NM, USA 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 unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Thrifty Cycling
I've paid full retail price for 3 new Rivendells since 2005. Best cylcing deals I've ever found. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Additional spikes for Grip Kings
I have to say, I ride non-spiked grip kings in all sorts of weather. The only time I had any problem with slipping was one time when both the pedals and the soles of my shoes were bathed in mud. I suspect the reason for my good luck with this is the shoes. I ususally cycle in Keen Newport sandles, with waterproof socks if it's raining hard. Jay On Feb 8, 6:07 pm, Michael Williams mkernanwilli...@gmail.com wrote: Hey Peter, thanks for the reply. I tried that originally but it didnt work. My problem is that I can only screw them in for like one full turn, so the spike never really goes in, its really just sort of on top of the pedal. Were you able to get about half of the spike to screw in? thanks again -Mike On Fri, Feb 8, 2013 at 6:59 AM, Peter F phfmu...@gmail.com wrote: I didn't even bother trying to drill out the holes. I just screwed the little spikes into the holes with a sturdy hex wrench, letting them self-tap their way in. Seems to work reasonably well. I've a one or two fall out in the ensuing months but if you're putting 4-8 spikes per pedal side, you've got a lot of redundancy there. I supposed if I used a bit of blue or even red Loctite on them at the same time, they'd be even more secure. They do definitely finally allow the Grip Kings live up to their name. Grip is amazing now, especially in the rain. On Friday, February 8, 2013 12:57:38 AM UTC-5, Michael Williams wrote: Hey Group, just wondering if anyone has any experience with the spikes that Rivendell sells that you can put into the Grip Kings. I drilled out a hole with a 7/64 bit which is right between the recommended 3/32 and 1/8 and tried screwing one in but it just didnt want to go. Then I drilled that same hole with a 1/8 bit and it still wouldnt budge. I thought I was going to break/bend my little 2mm Hex key. Am I doing something wrong? thanks in advance. -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. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group athttp://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. For more options, visithttps://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: Additional spikes for Grip Kings
Ive only had trouble with them when riding trails and bumping around alot, then theres some slippage On Fri, Feb 8, 2013 at 10:32 AM, Jay in Tel Aviv jayin...@gmail.com wrote: I have to say, I ride non-spiked grip kings in all sorts of weather. The only time I had any problem with slipping was one time when both the pedals and the soles of my shoes were bathed in mud. I suspect the reason for my good luck with this is the shoes. I ususally cycle in Keen Newport sandles, with waterproof socks if it's raining hard. Jay On Feb 8, 6:07 pm, Michael Williams mkernanwilli...@gmail.com wrote: Hey Peter,thanks for the reply. I tried that originally but it didnt work. My problem is that I can only screw them in for like one full turn, so the spike never really goes in, its really just sort of on top of the pedal.Were you able to get about half of the spike to screw in? thanks again -Mike On Fri, Feb 8, 2013 at 6:59 AM, Peter F phfmu...@gmail.com wrote: I didn't even bother trying to drill out the holes. I just screwed the little spikes into the holes with a sturdy hex wrench, letting them self-tap their way in. Seems to work reasonably well. I've a one or two fall out in the ensuing months but if you're putting 4-8 spikes per pedal side, you've got a lot of redundancy there. I supposed if I used a bit of blue or even red Loctite on them at the same time, they'd be even more secure. They do definitely finally allow the Grip Kings live up to their name. Grip is amazing now, especially in the rain. On Friday, February 8, 2013 12:57:38 AM UTC-5, Michael Williams wrote: Hey Group, just wondering if anyone has any experience with the spikes that Rivendell sells that you can put into the Grip Kings. I drilled out a hole with a 7/64 bit which is right between the recommended 3/32 and 1/8 and tried screwing one in but it just didnt want to go. Then I drilled that same hole with a 1/8 bit and it still wouldnt budge.I thought I was going to break/bend my little 2mm Hex key. Am I doing something wrong? thanks in advance. -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. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com . Visit this group athttp:// groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. For more options, visithttps://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Thrifty Cycling
*I've paid full retail price for 3 new Rivendells since 2005. Best cycling deals I've ever found. * GOOD ANSWER!!! Although my S1 and Bombadil (purchased from Riv) would easily be worth full price, I did get a deal on both!! And my all-time best score: A 1972 Schwinn Orange Krate (rare disc version).. .$15 at a local rummage sale. http://www.flickr.com/photos/16461051@N04/2989038349/ Considering the number of bicycles I have since given away (to charities and to friends), I no longer feel guilty about 'stealing' the Orange Krate... BB On Friday, February 8, 2013 1:22:00 PM UTC-5, Big Paulie wrote: I've paid full retail price for 3 new Rivendells since 2005. Best cylcing deals I've ever found. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Surprise! When a really nice MB-1 and MB-2 falls into your lap...
Forgive the cross post please... A friend who owns BuzzBombBicycles who specialize in restoring old bicycles sent me a note last week to swing by to see a couple of bstones he was asked to sell off (the original owner apparently passed away recently) and here is what I found when I went into his backyard. Luckily the MB-2 was not in my size...but curses the MB-1 was. He is still looking at what he wants to sell that MB-2 for (a 1989). I think it is a 19 or 20 inch frame size. I'd have to double check. Mostly stock except for tires, grips, saddle, and pedals. Really nice shape. Really nice to see a good lugged steel mtn bike in such good shape from a great era of bikes. Enjoy. http://reno-rambler.blogspot.com/2013/02/these-dont-fall-into-your-lap-too-often.html -- Addison http://reno-rambler.blogspot.com -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: FS: 60cm Bombadil
You could change your name to Robin Banks -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Thrifty Cycling
In 2003, I thought I felt a bit guilty about spending around $2,200 for my Atlantis. 10 years and thousands of pleasant miles later, it's hands down the best bike money I've ever spent. Another deal was the late 80s Panasonic DX-5000 from a bike shop close-out. For $300, I got a complete bike with Shimano 600 components. I purchased it with the intent of using the components on another bike but liked the ride handling so well that I rode that bike until purchasing the Atlantis. The best return on investment I ever had was trading a Selle Italia Turbo saddle for a Brooks B-17. The Selle was on the bargain table at my LBS. It was some overly flashy red / green / white with gold trim anniversary edition or something, but really ugly and about $10 (this in the day of good $30 saddles). I picked it up as a back-up-just-in-case but never even mounted it. Years later someone was looking for that exact saddle for a collection, hence the trade. dougP On Friday, February 8, 2013 9:20:27 AM UTC-8, Eric Norris wrote: Here's a question for everyone: What's your best cycling deal of all time? I'll start with a few recent examples of great stuff that I got for close to nothing or … nothing: -- My late 60s Raleigh Superbe, purchased at a yard sale for $5. A day's worth of elbow grease (washing, scrubbing, and polishing) turned it into a very nice looking bike. I had to spend about $10 to buy a missing part, and I bought a used Brooks Flyer to replace the awful modern saddle the bike came from. Also put on a Carradice bag that I already had. Similar bikes show up on eBay for about $500. -- The Sigma computer on my random bike, found in a planter in downtown Davis by my daughter. With the addition of a $5 mount (eBay), it works perfectly. -- The wireless Cateye computer on my folding rando bike, found on the road by me. I bought a $5 mount online, and paired it with a sending unit I already had. Works perfectly. -- My favorite cycling shoes, a pair of Specialized BG MTB-type shoes, bought from a fellow local cyclist for $10. I originally planned to use them for wet weather and muddy rides, but they became my favorite shoes, and have been on my feet for an 1,100-mile ride from Santa Rosa to Seattle ( www.wheelshorth.org), several brevet series, and PBP in 2011. So … what's your best deal ever? --Eric Norris campyo...@me.com javascript: www.campyonly.com campyonlyguy.blogspot.com -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: Thrifty Cycling
Peugeot folder I got for my wife, $5 at a yard sale. Needed nothing and she rode it for years to and from work before our daughter was born. I even squeezed on it for errands every now and then, rode nice considering its age and my size. On Fri, Feb 8, 2013 at 1:59 PM, dougP dougpn...@cox.net wrote: In 2003, I thought I felt a bit guilty about spending around $2,200 for my Atlantis. 10 years and thousands of pleasant miles later, it's hands down the best bike money I've ever spent. Another deal was the late 80s Panasonic DX-5000 from a bike shop close-out. For $300, I got a complete bike with Shimano 600 components. I purchased it with the intent of using the components on another bike but liked the ride handling so well that I rode that bike until purchasing the Atlantis. The best return on investment I ever had was trading a Selle Italia Turbo saddle for a Brooks B-17. The Selle was on the bargain table at my LBS. It was some overly flashy red / green / white with gold trim anniversary edition or something, but really ugly and about $10 (this in the day of good $30 saddles). I picked it up as a back-up-just-in-case but never even mounted it. Years later someone was looking for that exact saddle for a collection, hence the trade. dougP On Friday, February 8, 2013 9:20:27 AM UTC-8, Eric Norris wrote: Here's a question for everyone: What's your best cycling deal of all time? I'll start with a few recent examples of great stuff that I got for close to nothing or … nothing: -- My late 60s Raleigh Superbe, purchased at a yard sale for $5. A day's worth of elbow grease (washing, scrubbing, and polishing) turned it into a very nice looking bike. I had to spend about $10 to buy a missing part, and I bought a used Brooks Flyer to replace the awful modern saddle the bike came from. Also put on a Carradice bag that I already had. Similar bikes show up on eBay for about $500. -- The Sigma computer on my random bike, found in a planter in downtown Davis by my daughter. With the addition of a $5 mount (eBay), it works perfectly. -- The wireless Cateye computer on my folding rando bike, found on the road by me. I bought a $5 mount online, and paired it with a sending unit I already had. Works perfectly. -- My favorite cycling shoes, a pair of Specialized BG MTB-type shoes, bought from a fellow local cyclist for $10. I originally planned to use them for wet weather and muddy rides, but they became my favorite shoes, and have been on my feet for an 1,100-mile ride from Santa Rosa to Seattle ( www.wheelshorth.org), several brevet series, and PBP in 2011. So … what's your best deal ever? --Eric Norris campyo...@me.com www.campyonly.com campyonlyguy.blogspot.com -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Thrifty Cycling
Most of my cycling purchases are thrifted. My best deals, though, have been the two bikes I bought at retail: my $1400 Quickbeam, and my $1400 Bontrager Privateer. The Privateer was on sale, after Trek retired the Bontrager bikes. It rode better for me than the Ibis Mojo, and exactly the same as an IF hardtail that cost twice as much. It's still a joy to ride. Maybe it planes, who knows. The Quickbeam was exactly the bike I'd been waiting for (except I wanted more clearance). It's still the bike that is my bike. Actually, my wife's Trek Belleville was a great bargain at $250, since I traded the rest of the cost in design work. Her previous bike was $25, and she rode it A Lot. I sold it for $100. My low trail Ross was $25. Most free bikes I get involve some time and money invested, and then are given away to friends and neighbors who don't end up riding them... Philip www.biketinker.com -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: RivReviews
Ewww, there is a nasty one on the A. Homer Hilsen page. http://www.rivbike.com/product-p/f-hilsen.htm Hope that gets straightened out. On Wednesday, January 30, 2013 7:35:57 PM UTC-6, William wrote: Rivendell just started offering a 9-speed IRD cassette in 12-34. Yet there is already a one-star review from somebody who says his 11-34 offers a better cog progression. Come on now. You didn't buy the product and you didn't use the product, but you'll write a one-star review purely because you don't like it? Even though Riv sells the 11-34 9-speed cassette that you DO like? Should I write a negative review of a 69cm A Homer Hilsen because it doesn't fit me? Dubbleyou Tea Eff! Harrumpf! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Additional spikes for Grip Kings
After destroying a couple of the spikes I gave up and bought a tap to cut threads into the drilled holes. That made the spike installation much easier. Place a drop of blue Locktite on them before installing. On Thursday, February 7, 2013 10:57:38 PM UTC-7, Michael Williams wrote: Hey Group, just wondering if anyone has any experience with the spikes that Rivendell sells that you can put into the Grip Kings. I drilled out a hole with a 7/64 bit which is right between the recommended 3/32 and 1/8 and tried screwing one in but it just didnt want to go. Then I drilled that same hole with a 1/8 bit and it still wouldnt budge.I thought I was going to break/bend my little 2mm Hex key. Am I doing something wrong? thanks in advance. -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. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Any Riv tandem riders--tire width?
Julian, I'm 6f6 and my stoker 5f10 and we just bought a used Trek T100 to play around the idea of a tandem I put 45c on it (Resist with gum wall... wrong idea they're too fragile) and changed bars/seats. It's great! But at our size, I wouldn't go with 650b. Why did you chose 650b for your Bilenki? David On Friday, February 8, 2013 6:49:34 AM UTC-8, Julian wrote: We've ridden a 700c steel Trek tandem from the early '90s for a number of years w/ 35c tires and fenders. I'm big (6'7), stoker small (5'2), team weight somewhere around 340 total. Ridden mostly on road, but on some non-pave trials, the worst of which was the CO Canal (roots, rocks, mud, and ruts), and while a little extra cush would sometimes be good, we've been fine. We bought our Trek used and really enjoyed it. That said, we've been saving our pennies for several years and have ordered a custom Bilenky 650b randonneur/travel SS coupled bike that is designed for Hetres w/fenders. You are right in your observation that the majority of stock road tandem makers (esp. Santana) seem to be trying to emulate single bike styling and design w/ low spoke count wheels w/ narrow tires. There are a few exceptions, but custom is not too far off the cost of an upmarket stock bike, so if the budget allows I'd definitely go custom (or look for a deal on a used bike w/ room for at least 35c tires and semi-sensible geometry). Julian Westerhout Bloomington, IL On Thursday, February 7, 2013 12:53:35 AM UTC-6, Salween wrote: Don't know if Grant and Co. will ever produce a tandem, so in the meantime will be getting one elsewhere. Seems like most tandems out there follow the skinny tire theme, with the exception of R+E in Seattle and Bilenky in Philadelphia, and even their tire clearances don't seem to push as far north as nearly all Riv singles. So wondering if there are any tandem riders here and what tire widths they prefer. On my Sam I ride 33/35mm tires often on marginal roads. So wondering what that might translate to on a 700c tandem? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: Thrifty Cycling
I would have to say my 1994 XO-4 which I purchased on closeout in 1995 for something like 60% off. So for less than $200 I got a bike I have had for 18 years and it is still going strong. Just got rebuilt into more of a Riv-mode with Albas. Takes wide tires with fenders. A late Bridgestone gem. Dan - Marin On Fri, Feb 8, 2013 at 12:04 PM, Philip Williamson philip.william...@gmail.com wrote: Most of my cycling purchases are thrifted. My best deals, though, have been the two bikes I bought at retail: my $1400 Quickbeam, and my $1400 Bontrager Privateer. The Privateer was on sale, after Trek retired the Bontrager bikes. It rode better for me than the Ibis Mojo, and exactly the same as an IF hardtail that cost twice as much. It's still a joy to ride. Maybe it planes, who knows. The Quickbeam was exactly the bike I'd been waiting for (except I wanted more clearance). It's still the bike that is my bike. Actually, my wife's Trek Belleville was a great bargain at $250, since I traded the rest of the cost in design work. Her previous bike was $25, and she rode it A Lot. I sold it for $100. My low trail Ross was $25. Most free bikes I get involve some time and money invested, and then are given away to friends and neighbors who don't end up riding them... Philip www.biketinker.com -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: Thinking of changing up the All Rounder - or spring fever??
I was thinking if you don't like angled hoods... The Midge hoods are more angled than the WCs, at about 45 degrees, vs the WCs almost vertical. The tops on the Midges are narrower. I do have the narrower Woodchipper bars, so that's something to account for, re my opinion. Twentynineinches.com is the canonical source for flared drop comparisons. Philip www.biketinker.com -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Thrifty Cycling
Brand New Suntour NOS Thumbshifters ... the really nice original all metal ones ! For $5 a piece from Kraynicks Bike shop in Pittsburgh :) -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: Thrifty Cycling-Orange Krate!!
Ah yes. I had a Lemon Peeler. My Brother had an Apple Krate with the disc brake. Great memories of hauling around on those. On Fri, Feb 8, 2013 at 1:09 PM, Marc Schwartz mschw...@nmsu.edu wrote: That Orange Krate photo makes me 11 years old again! I remember a much plainer version, without the brakes and stick shifter and alot of the chrome, but I so craved one of these (still do). It was the ride for tooling around the neighborhood, doin' wheelies and lookin' cool for the babes. Thank you for the flashback, BB Marc From: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com [rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com] on behalf of Montclair BobbyB [montclairbob...@gmail.com] Sent: Friday, February 08, 2013 11:38 AM To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Subject: [RBW] Re: Thrifty Cycling I've paid full retail price for 3 new Rivendells since 2005. Best cycling deals I've ever found. GOOD ANSWER!!! Although my S1 and Bombadil (purchased from Riv) would easily be worth full price, I did get a deal on both!! And my all-time best score: A 1972 Schwinn Orange Krate (rare disc version).. .$15 at a local rummage sale. http://www.flickr.com/photos/16461051@N04/2989038349/ Considering the number of bicycles I have since given away (to charities and to friends), I no longer feel guilty about 'stealing' the Orange Krate... BB On Friday, February 8, 2013 1:22:00 PM UTC-5, Big Paulie wrote: I've paid full retail price for 3 new Rivendells since 2005. Best cylcing deals I've ever found. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
RE: [RBW] Re: Bikes back from paint
For East Coasters, a plug for Bruce at Color Factory in Waretown, NJ. I was there today and happened to see Peter Morgano's 2TT Bombadil after its repaint (in a stunning sort of pearl orange). (Riv content, check.) I had an MB-2 painted there a couple of years ago, as well as a candy apple red Nishiki mixte - both came out great, and both were less than $200. I dropped off a Fuji mixte (for a charity auction build) and an old Puch-built Reynolds 531 Sears Ted Williams Free Spirit frame today. Peter, your Bomba is gorgeous. From: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com [mailto:rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of shawn Sent: Friday, February 08, 2013 3:38 PM To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Subject: [RBW] Re: Bikes back from paint One down two to go. Just got my wife's Betty all built up. My Atlantis is next. Here are some pics. http://www.flickr.com/photos/greenwayrider/sets/72157632720988872/ On Sunday, January 27, 2013 3:11:00 PM UTC-5, shawn wrote: Just got my Atlantis and my wife's Betty and her Atlantis back from paint. Craig Ryan of Foresta frames did a great job. If you are in Indiana or near by and need a painter, Craig is a great choice. http://www.forestaframes.com/Site/Foresta_Frames.html http://www.flickr.com/photos/greenwayrider/sets/72157632622888105/ -- 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.commailto:rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.commailto:rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- To ensure compliance with Treasury Department regulations, we advise you that, unless otherwise expressly indicated, any federal tax advice contained in this message was not intended or written to be used, and cannot be used, for the purpose of (i) avoiding tax-related penalties under the Internal Revenue Code or applicable state or local tax law provisions or (ii) promoting, marketing or recommending to another party any tax-related matters addressed herein. This email (and any attachments thereto) is intended only for use by the addressee(s) named herein and may contain legally privileged and/or confidential information. If you are not the intended recipient of this email, you are hereby notified that any dissemination, distribution or copying of this email (and any attachments thereto) is strictly prohibited. If you receive this email in error please immediately notify me at (212) 735-3000 and permanently delete the original email (and any copy of any email) and any printout thereof. Further information about the firm, a list of the Partners and their professional qualifications will be provided upon request. == -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Thrifty Cycling
My daily commuter is a 1984 Miyata that I got for free, and did a 650B conversion on. It's dynamite! On Friday, February 8, 2013 9:20:27 AM UTC-8, Eric Norris wrote: Here's a question for everyone: What's your best cycling deal of all time? I'll start with a few recent examples of great stuff that I got for close to nothing or … nothing: -- My late 60s Raleigh Superbe, purchased at a yard sale for $5. A day's worth of elbow grease (washing, scrubbing, and polishing) turned it into a very nice looking bike. I had to spend about $10 to buy a missing part, and I bought a used Brooks Flyer to replace the awful modern saddle the bike came from. Also put on a Carradice bag that I already had. Similar bikes show up on eBay for about $500. -- The Sigma computer on my random bike, found in a planter in downtown Davis by my daughter. With the addition of a $5 mount (eBay), it works perfectly. -- The wireless Cateye computer on my folding rando bike, found on the road by me. I bought a $5 mount online, and paired it with a sending unit I already had. Works perfectly. -- My favorite cycling shoes, a pair of Specialized BG MTB-type shoes, bought from a fellow local cyclist for $10. I originally planned to use them for wet weather and muddy rides, but they became my favorite shoes, and have been on my feet for an 1,100-mile ride from Santa Rosa to Seattle ( www.wheelshorth.org), several brevet series, and PBP in 2011. So … what's your best deal ever? --Eric Norris campyo...@me.com javascript: www.campyonly.com campyonlyguy.blogspot.com -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] RCW Confirms: Patrick Moore Exists!
He is *not* a figment of our collective consciousness. And, in fact, he is a fine gentleman and an upstanding member of the RCW Custom Design Committee. His sharing of his experience with ordering and owning two Riv Customs was really helpful. Thanks, Patrick! -Liesl almost-not-in-Albuquerque -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: Question about *slightly* oversized bottles
Patrick, I'm so sorry about that! Mine are snug, but I've not been uncomfortable with it. I think the Iris design acts like a spring and holds it. I could be wrong, and perhaps Jim is right that the welds could eventually fail, but I got mine in 2010 and bottles and Iris cages are still going strong Again, my apologies... -L -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: Question about *slightly* oversized bottles
No problem at all, and I thank you again for the info. I took them back to Target and found three others that fit perfectly and even saved a few $$. On Fri, Feb 8, 2013 at 4:44 PM, Leslie leslie.bri...@gmail.com wrote: Patrick, I'm so sorry about that! Mine are snug, but I've not been uncomfortable with it. I think the Iris design acts like a spring and holds it. I could be wrong, and perhaps Jim is right that the welds could eventually fail, but I got mine in 2010 and bottles and Iris cages are still going strong Again, my apologies... -L -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- - Patrick Moore, Albuquerque, NM, USA 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 unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: No Bombadil????
Gotta quit trying type on the iPad ...bad enough when I have a keyboard -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: SoCal Riv Riders Spring Ride
Update and invite to anyone that can make it. Next Sat the 16th. Perfect weather on tap. Totally rideable with a Riv-styled roadbike, but will really come alive if you can get out there with at least 35mm tires. http://www.flickr.com/groups/socal_rivendell_bicycle_appreciation_society/discuss/72157632662880910/ On Sun, Feb 3, 2013 at 8:58 PM, cyclotourist cyclotour...@gmail.com wrote: Planning updated here, now with map! http://www.flickr.com/groups/socal_rivendell_bicycle_appreciation_society/discuss/72157632662880910/ We're at the date-setting stage, so chime in. 9th is off the table, and 23rd doesn't look good, but the rest of the month is available. -- Cheers, David Redlands, CA ** Censorship is telling a man he can't have a steak just because a baby can't chew it. -*Mark Twain* -- Cheers, David Redlands, CA ** Censorship is telling a man he can't have a steak just because a baby can't chew it. -*Mark Twain* -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Thrifty Cycling
Probably my Romulus - bought from the list for $1000 complete. Seconds best - a new Singular Perigrine frame @ $250 off retail due to beusage. Nick W. On Friday, February 8, 2013 9:20:27 AM UTC-8, Eric Norris wrote: Here's a question for everyone: What's your best cycling deal of all time? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Thrifty Cycling
1979 Miyata 912 got it at a garage sale for $25 and put..um.. a few dollars into it, great ride lots of fun and it got me started on fixing up old 10 speeds. http://ryansrebuilds.blogspot.com/2013/01/1979-miyata-912-may-2011-one-that.html Ryan West Seattle On Friday, February 8, 2013 9:20:27 AM UTC-8, Eric Norris wrote: Here's a question for everyone: What's your best cycling deal of all time? I'll start with a few recent examples of great stuff that I got for close to nothing or … nothing: -- My late 60s Raleigh Superbe, purchased at a yard sale for $5. A day's worth of elbow grease (washing, scrubbing, and polishing) turned it into a very nice looking bike. I had to spend about $10 to buy a missing part, and I bought a used Brooks Flyer to replace the awful modern saddle the bike came from. Also put on a Carradice bag that I already had. Similar bikes show up on eBay for about $500. -- The Sigma computer on my random bike, found in a planter in downtown Davis by my daughter. With the addition of a $5 mount (eBay), it works perfectly. -- The wireless Cateye computer on my folding rando bike, found on the road by me. I bought a $5 mount online, and paired it with a sending unit I already had. Works perfectly. -- My favorite cycling shoes, a pair of Specialized BG MTB-type shoes, bought from a fellow local cyclist for $10. I originally planned to use them for wet weather and muddy rides, but they became my favorite shoes, and have been on my feet for an 1,100-mile ride from Santa Rosa to Seattle ( www.wheelshorth.org), several brevet series, and PBP in 2011. So … what's your best deal ever? --Eric Norris campyo...@me.com javascript: www.campyonly.com campyonlyguy.blogspot.com -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Thrifty Cycling
My fondest memories of a deal in the cycling world occurred sometime back in the late 70's when I walked into a LBS in Fort Wayne, IN, looking for some components to complete the build of a Turin road bike (from back when they had a frame builder on hand). I was caught leering at a set of Campy Record SP brakes in the counter display case by a youngish employee who came over to offer help. I asked him what the shop wanted for those brakes and - so help me, I don't know if he was confused or what - he offered them for something like $50.00. Needless to say, I snatched 'em up and walked out with a big smile. On Friday, February 8, 2013 11:20:27 AM UTC-6, Eric Norris wrote: Here's a question for everyone: What's your best cycling deal of all time? I'll start with a few recent examples of great stuff that I got for close to nothing or … nothing: -- My late 60s Raleigh Superbe, purchased at a yard sale for $5. A day's worth of elbow grease (washing, scrubbing, and polishing) turned it into a very nice looking bike. I had to spend about $10 to buy a missing part, and I bought a used Brooks Flyer to replace the awful modern saddle the bike came from. Also put on a Carradice bag that I already had. Similar bikes show up on eBay for about $500. -- The Sigma computer on my random bike, found in a planter in downtown Davis by my daughter. With the addition of a $5 mount (eBay), it works perfectly. -- The wireless Cateye computer on my folding rando bike, found on the road by me. I bought a $5 mount online, and paired it with a sending unit I already had. Works perfectly. -- My favorite cycling shoes, a pair of Specialized BG MTB-type shoes, bought from a fellow local cyclist for $10. I originally planned to use them for wet weather and muddy rides, but they became my favorite shoes, and have been on my feet for an 1,100-mile ride from Santa Rosa to Seattle ( www.wheelshorth.org), several brevet series, and PBP in 2011. So … what's your best deal ever? --Eric Norris campyo...@me.com javascript: www.campyonly.com campyonlyguy.blogspot.com -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Thrifty Cycling
Hardly a Riv specific topic, but admittedly fun. I found a guy on Craigslist who bailed out on a home-built recumbent project. He'd built half the frame and bought all the parts NEW. He sold me the whole batch for $50. Must be $500-$600 worth of parts (wheels, crankset, disc brakes, derailleurs, shifters, chains, on and on...) I still have all of it... On 2/8/2013 9:20 AM, campyonly...@me.com wrote: Here's a question for everyone: What's your best cycling deal of all time? I'll start with a few recent examples of great stuff that I got for close to nothing or … nothing: -- My late 60s Raleigh Superbe, purchased at a yard sale for $5. A day's worth of elbow grease (washing, scrubbing, and polishing) turned it into a very nice looking bike. I had to spend about $10 to buy a missing part, and I bought a used Brooks Flyer to replace the awful modern saddle the bike came from. Also put on a Carradice bag that I already had. Similar bikes show up on eBay for about $500. -- The Sigma computer on my random bike, found in a planter in downtown Davis by my daughter. With the addition of a $5 mount (eBay), it works perfectly. -- The wireless Cateye computer on my folding rando bike, found on the road by me. I bought a $5 mount online, and paired it with a sending unit I already had. Works perfectly. -- My favorite cycling shoes, a pair of Specialized BG MTB-type shoes, bought from a fellow local cyclist for $10. I originally planned to use them for wet weather and muddy rides, but they became my favorite shoes, and have been on my feet for an 1,100-mile ride from Santa Rosa to Seattle (www.wheelshorth.org), several brevet series, and PBP in 2011. So … what's your best deal ever? --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com www.campyonly.com campyonlyguy.blogspot.com -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: Bikes back from paint
Very pretty -- those eggnog-colored fenders go very well with the rest and of course it is always pleasant to see racks designed to work exactly with the frame. On Fri, Feb 8, 2013 at 1:37 PM, shawn shawn.adki...@yahoo.com wrote: One down two to go. Just got my wife's Betty all built up. My Atlantis is next. Here are some pics. http://www.flickr.com/photos/greenwayrider/sets/72157632720988872/ On Sunday, January 27, 2013 3:11:00 PM UTC-5, shawn wrote: Just got my Atlantis and my wife's Betty and her Atlantis back from paint. Craig Ryan of Foresta frames did a great job. If you are in Indiana or near by and need a painter, Craig is a great choice. http://www.** forestaframes.com/Site/**Foresta_Frames.htmlhttp://www.forestaframes.com/Site/Foresta_Frames.html http://www.flickr.com/photos/**greenwayrider/sets/**72157632622888105/http://www.flickr.com/photos/greenwayrider/sets/72157632622888105/ -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- - Patrick Moore, Albuquerque, NM, USA 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 unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: Thinking of changing up the All Rounder - or spring fever??
Also, see Matt Chester on 63xc.com and on his own blog, 5 meters of development (worth reading for other issues as well -- he's wordy and weird but has some interesting takes on off road riding, off road bikes, and off road bike setup. I personally find the Midge-+-Tektro hoods combo to be one of the most, and perhaps even the most, comfortable hood position that I've ever used -- and I was not at all expecting to do more than tolerate the hoods on this bar. The extra wide hoods, not to mention the super wide hooks, on the Woodchipper was one feature I didn't like; OTOH, WTBs and ilk had too much flare and hoods too close together. Of course, bars are second only to saddles in personal tastes, but I personally have found the Midge almost -- not quite, but almost -- the ideal compromise for my purposes, videlicet, comfortable on the road but with a wide and secure (and comfortable) stance for off-road control. On Fri, Feb 8, 2013 at 1:48 PM, Philip Williamson philip.william...@gmail.com wrote: I was thinking if you don't like angled hoods... The Midge hoods are more angled than the WCs, at about 45 degrees, vs the WCs almost vertical. The tops on the Midges are narrower. I do have the narrower Woodchipper bars, so that's something to account for, re my opinion. Twentynineinches.com is the canonical source for flared drop comparisons. Philip www.biketinker.com -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- - Patrick Moore, Albuquerque, NM, USA 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 unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: SoCal Riv Riders Spring Ride
darn!... and I was going to show up on 34's. ~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. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: SoCal Riv Riders Spring Ride
Better stay home and not chance it! On Fri, Feb 8, 2013 at 7:25 PM, Mike Schiller mikeybi...@rocketmail.comwrote: darn!... and I was going to show up on 34's. ~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. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- Cheers, David Redlands, CA ** Censorship is telling a man he can't have a steak just because a baby can't chew it. -*Mark Twain* -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Thrifty Cycling
I've gotten plenty of decent used bikes for peanuts or free because people often think of me when they're cleaning out their garages. But my attempt at thrifty cycling was a few years ago when somebody gave me a Schwinn Traveler III in my size. I pumped up the tires and lubed the chain, and it was ready to go. Nothing fancy about it, but it was decently comfortable and the ride quality was ok. I decided to see how much I could get out if it for as little $$$ as possible. That lasted about a week, until I found someone to give me $100 for it. Then I went back to the Atlantis or Stumpjumper. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Water Gap Adventure Loop - April 13-14
Attention Adventure Riders: I am planning a 2-day adventure ride from the Delaware Water Gap (on the NJ/PA border) up to Milford, PA, then back to the Gap the following day. The element of adventure is due to the varied terrain we will encounter, along with any last-minute or on-the-fly route changes (that could be required due to several uncontrollable factors)... The only requirement: be flexible, be adventurous, have fun... Note: This ride is NOT RIV RALLY EAST; this is IN ADDITION TO Riv Rally East (which is tentatively scheduled for early May in Virginia, stay tuned.) Here are details about the Gap Adventure Loop: *Route Summary (total approx 90 miles over 2 days), this will require an overnight stay in a BB/Motel/Cottage in Milford PA; in other words, this is a light tour; you will need to carry enough gear for the 2-day ride:* The Delaware Water Gap was formed billions of years ago (OK, maybe only millions) by ancient glaciers. Today it is an impressive natural landmark (yes, Jersey has them) where the Delaware River cuts through the Kittatinny Mountain range in Western NJ, just East of Stroudsburg, PA. Our Day1 route takes us up the Delware River along Old Mine Road, perhaps the oldest road in the US (once used by Dutch settlers as a mining route, hence the name). The rolling terrain consists of a mixture of paved and dirt roads, passing through National Recreation and State Forest areas... It's suprisingly remote for NJ. We will spend the night in quaint, historic Milford, PA, just North of Dingman's Ferry over on the PA side. There are several lodging options in Milford, and plenty of places to eat (See below links). The Day 2 route is a bit more varied. After crossing back into NJ we start off with a fairly strenous hill climb up into Stokes State Forest, where we will traverse the heart of this rugged, beautiful forested preserve on paved, jeep and single track trail. There may be a few dismount/portage spots (i.e. stream crossings, rock gardens, rooty sections), but these are relatively minor. The route emerges from Stokes Forest, continuing over back roads down to the Paulinskil Trail, which is a dirt and gravel rail-trail (popular with the equestrian community) that runs North-South down the Paulinskil Valley on the East side of the Kittatinny Ridge (note: we ride North on the West side of the Ridge on Day 1). The Paulinskil Trail ends just 1/2 mile up the road from our starting point, near the Water Gap. The terrain on Day 1 is rolling, with no major climbs. The terrain on Day 2 includes a pretty challenging climb early on, and a few moderate uphills in the heart of Stokes, followed by a decent downhill and a few rollers to get to the Paulinskil, which is a flat, but mixed dirt/gravel surface that requires some pretty serious pedaling. *Lodging Sat Night (in Milford, PA):* You will be responsible for arranging your own lodging. Last time I slept at the Myers Country Motel (which is actually a collection of basic, but very clean and comfortable cottages), but there are also plently of BBs in town (link to lodging: http://www.milfordpa.us/lodging.html) Note: not all lodging is right in town; I strongly recommend checking that your choice is within the downtown area. ALSO, the link for Myer's Country Motel on that site isn't working; here is the direct link. (I plan to stay here as I did last time; best deal in town): http://www.myermotel.com/Welcome.html *Lodging near the Water Gap (for out of state travelers, Friday night):* Depending which direction you're coming from and if you want to stay near the start, there should be plenty of places within a 30 minute drive of the Gap. I would suggest using Google Maps to find lodging that suits your travel schedule. The Water Gap is approx a 2 hour drive from Philly, and approx a 90 minute drive from NYC, in case you prefer to drive to the start early Sat morning. *Other logistics:* I will arrange for a safe place to park our cars overnight near the start of the ride, in Knowlton, NJ, just East of the Gap. (Last time the local police/municipal staff allowed us to park in the municipal building's parking lot; I will request permission to park here. Kindly let me know if you plan to join us for this ride. It will be an adventure, for sure. Also feel free to contact me directly if you need more information. Peace, Bobby Birmingham montclairbob...@gmail.com -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: SoCal Riv Riders Spring Ride
Mike: No worries. I've used 35 mm tires that were undersized with no problems. Now that I think about it, we've had people on Jack Browns (don't recall the color) so 33.33 seems OK. Heck, Chris K would do this ride on his Rodeo with 28s. Put on a blindfold pick a bike from your stash; any one will work :). After much careful thought deliberation, I'll be on my Atlantis, with whatever tires are on it at the moment. Run what you brung. dougP On Friday, February 8, 2013 7:25:42 PM UTC-8, Mike Schiller wrote: darn!... and I was going to show up on 34's. ~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. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Surprise! When a really nice MB-1 and MB-2 falls into your lap...
Yep - the red/white MB-2 is an 89; I have the identical bike in my basement. I'm embarassed to say I've been sitting on it for nearly 2 years now after picking it up on CL for $50. Original owner was a woman who used it on-road only, including a couple times riding STP. My plan is to make it my go-to utilitarian gravel road commuter do everything bike. I like the look of the Brooks on it! only drawback I can see is there is no hole in the fork crown for fender/rack mounting, and no front dropout mounts, though the rear has seatstay and dropout mounts. I'm a little nervous about drilling the fork, but I think I'll do it anyway. BTW, when my wife and I started dating and she was still living at home, her parents wanted to get her a bike for Christmas. Portland was all out, but I located an MB-6 like the one pictured over at the coast, and was happy to make the deal and drive over and pick it up. She eventually passed it on to one of her sisters who lives on a ranch in SE Oregon. Last I heard she was still riding it on the gravel roads over there. Nice MB-1! Glad it fits. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Thrifty Cycling
Buying bikes is usually a losing proposition for me (and I've bought a lot), but I've had a few good finds. Took a gamble on a crappy photo'd 80's Woodrup for a decent price. Came with Campy Cobalto brakes that I sold that about paid for the whole bike (also sold the frame, other bits, and still have the wheels). My best find though is probably my Bleriot frame that I bought from the Minneapolis outfit that was blowing them out at nearly break even prices. Can't remember the exact deal but I bought one pretty early after they came out and it was really inexpensive. Afterwards Rivendell got PO'd (understandably), and the dealer raised prices...and went away?? Anyway it was good for me. Great frame, my first Rivendell, and to this day, my favorite bike. On Feb 8, 9:20 am, campyonly...@me.com wrote: Here's a question for everyone: What's your best cycling deal of all time? I'll start with a few recent examples of great stuff that I got for close to nothing or … nothing: -- My late 60s Raleigh Superbe, purchased at a yard sale for $5. A day's worth of elbow grease (washing, scrubbing, and polishing) turned it into a very nice looking bike. I had to spend about $10 to buy a missing part, and I bought a used Brooks Flyer to replace the awful modern saddle the bike came from. Also put on a Carradice bag that I already had. Similar bikes show up on eBay for about $500. -- The Sigma computer on my random bike, found in a planter in downtown Davis by my daughter. With the addition of a $5 mount (eBay), it works perfectly. -- The wireless Cateye computer on my folding rando bike, found on the road by me. I bought a $5 mount online, and paired it with a sending unit I already had. Works perfectly. -- My favorite cycling shoes, a pair of Specialized BG MTB-type shoes, bought from a fellow local cyclist for $10. I originally planned to use them for wet weather and muddy rides, but they became my favorite shoes, and have been on my feet for an 1,100-mile ride from Santa Rosa to Seattle (www.wheelshorth.org), several brevet series, and PBP in 2011. So … what's your best deal ever? --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.comwww.campyonly.com campyonlyguy.blogspot.com -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Seattle to Portland Pre-Ride Place to Sleep (night of July 12)
Just sent in my registration for Seattle to Portland--third time I will have ridden the course (once southbound and once northbound) and my first time as part of the official ride. I wonder if any Seattle-are Riv folks have a spare bed or couch that I could use the night before the ride ... something in proximity to the start at UW would be great, since I'll be there with just a bike. My plan is to fly in to Portland, drop off my bike case there, then take the train to Seattle and ride back to my stuff in Portland. Thanks in advance! --Eric campyonly...@me.com www.campyonly.com www.wheelsnorth.org Blog: http://campyonlyguy.blogspot.com Twitter: @campyonlyguy -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: SoCal Riv Riders Spring Ride
http://www.flickr.com/photos/cyclotourist/3299200918/in/set-72157614275209826 Guy in the front is doing it on 23mm tires... doesn't mean you should, but you can. But the bonus feature for sure will be more pleasant with 35+ width. On Fri, Feb 8, 2013 at 8:18 PM, dougP dougpn...@cox.net wrote: Mike: No worries. I've used 35 mm tires that were undersized with no problems. Now that I think about it, we've had people on Jack Browns (don't recall the color) so 33.33 seems OK. Heck, Chris K would do this ride on his Rodeo with 28s. Put on a blindfold pick a bike from your stash; any one will work :). After much careful thought deliberation, I'll be on my Atlantis, with whatever tires are on it at the moment. Run what you brung. dougP On Friday, February 8, 2013 7:25:42 PM UTC-8, Mike Schiller wrote: darn!... and I was going to show up on 34's. ~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. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- Cheers, David Redlands, CA ** Censorship is telling a man he can't have a steak just because a baby can't chew it. -*Mark Twain* -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Additional spikes for Grip Kings
Great timing on this thread... I've got a bag of spikes sitting on my workbench waiting to be installed. The Riv recommended drill then just screw them in seemed counter intuitive. I was thinking a tap might be the way to go. What size tap did you use, R. Utahn? --Smitty On Thursday, February 7, 2013 9:57:38 PM UTC-8, Michael Williams wrote: Hey Group, just wondering if anyone has any experience with the spikes that Rivendell sells that you can put into the Grip Kings. I drilled out a hole with a 7/64 bit which is right between the recommended 3/32 and 1/8 and tried screwing one in but it just didnt want to go. Then I drilled that same hole with a 1/8 bit and it still wouldnt budge.I thought I was going to break/bend my little 2mm Hex key. Am I doing something wrong? thanks in advance. -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. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Additional spikes for Grip Kings
Thank you for the advice Ramb. Utahn, I was having a heck of a time for something that seemed like it was supposed to be easy.I really like the way the GK feel under my feet, but wouldnt mind a little more traction. What size tap did you use BTW. thanks. -Mike On Thu, Feb 7, 2013 at 9:57 PM, Michael Williams mkernanwilli...@gmail.comwrote: Hey Group, just wondering if anyone has any experience with the spikes that Rivendell sells that you can put into the Grip Kings. I drilled out a hole with a 7/64 bit which is right between the recommended 3/32 and 1/8 and tried screwing one in but it just didnt want to go. Then I drilled that same hole with a 1/8 bit and it still wouldnt budge.I thought I was going to break/bend my little 2mm Hex key. Am I doing something wrong? thanks in advance. -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. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: 40/24 double mod on Bombadil
I've run the 40/26 in the past. Short answer is that it's great configuration. Enjoy it. A few more data points... FWIW... I run a 36/24 (steel/steel) on my Big Dummy... 26t is fine on my Homer but the 24t comes in handy when the load gets big. 2t makes a difference. For reasons too long and not important enough to explain here... about 6 months ago I switched from 40/26 on my AHH to 42/38/26. I'm not sure if the 42/38 is technically a half-step, but it seems to give me a smaller jump than a rear shift... fun to toy with. --Smitty On Monday, January 21, 2013 7:15:38 PM UTC-8, Jared Volpe wrote: So I want to do a 40/24 double mod with a Sugino double FD. Any suggestions out there? Stainless? Aluminium? More than 24t on the granny? Lessons learned? Chainrings you are happy with? I've been talking offline with Keven (original inspiration?), lister Jeremy (who is going to help me out once i dial in the parts/setup) and lister Zach who made the mod himself... but I wanted to open it up to the group. Thanks! Jared -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Finding balance.
don't forget to have fun. On Sunday, February 3, 2013 3:23:38 PM UTC-8, Manuel Acosta wrote: The stresses of work and having enough time just to do things for yourself can be daunting, if not impossible at times. Nothing a quick overnight bike camping trip to remind you the importance of the basic things in life and to bring you back to earth. Tried to plan a quick and imprompt overnighter with some of the Rivendell crew. Due to school and sickness only Dustin could make it. Never the less it was a blast. Great refresher from a week worth of work and stress. Dustin told me about the story on how he ended up to be the ginny pig for Mark's new Hub rack shin-dig. He was at the shop for an overnighter trip when low and behold his bike is gone. Apparently Grant, Brian or Mark were wondering if Dustin's bike would fit the hub rack, so they took his bike in and fitted the rack on Dustin's bike. Before Dustin could object he was trying the new hub rack. Rack looks great without bags and seems like a great fit with the other Mark rack trifecta. We both talked about what would be in store for the new bags. We both jokingly figured that whatever bag Grant designs it would have some quirky design. I said that maybe with the new bags you would have to clap twice to open them or something. All in good fun. Pictures proved that sometimes a good sleep outside is all you need to recharge the batteries: http://flic.kr/s/aHsjDS3VqQ -Manny Oh yea it's the Super Bowl Acosta -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
