Re: [RBW] Re: Got my new Cheviot

I tend to favor the kitchen it seems: https://www.flickr.com/photos/cyclotourist/4205517724 https://www.flickr.com/photos/cyclotourist/2406321019 Not so good for taking a nap, but snacks are handy. On Sat, Mar 21, 2015 at 7:44 AM, Melanie wrote: > Oh, I don't know. The bedroom is the place f

[RBW] Re: Repair help needed - Stuck stem expander wedge

Gotta agree with this. As I wrote earlier drilling it out is a when all else fails last resort. Kai's suggestion to essentially jury rig a proper puller is definitely worth a try. On Sunday, March 29, 2015 at 8:46:21 PM UTC-7, Kainalu wrote: > > Consensus is definitely important, from the bottom

[RBW] Another Clementine -- Sold

My wife has an old Trek that she has not used much and that has never really fit her all that well. For the last few months, she’s been bike commuting (a short level trip) and for the first time is considering bikes as transportation. She never had much interest before. So I pointed out the

[RBW] security

I usually carry a "new York noose" chain by kryptonite with a long cable to feed from my front tire, through the bullmoose triangle, around a high point to keep the bike from tipping, then through the seat, and after a trip through the rack, it's locked to the noose's lock. It's quite a tangle b

[RBW] Re: Repair help needed - Stuck stem expander wedge

Consensus is definitely important, from the bottom is a for sure thing. However, even if you lack appropriate big sized fender washers there's no end to things you could use between your headset and that stem bolt to apply pressure upwards and possibly free that thing without removing all that s

[RBW] Re: Coffee Outside

I have a Trangia mini cookset that I use for coffee, helpful for making food outside as well. I've been using a colador in an immersion method, same thing as French Press, then pulling the strainer out. Cleanup is not as easy as an Aeropress, but few things are. I'll be the voice of dissent on

[RBW] Cambium vs. Flyer question

If you have used both, does the Cambiums flex reduce road shock as nicely as the sprung Flyer does? I hate road shock, It hurts my back. Interested in Cambium though because of its waterproof-ness. I asked Brooks if they were going to have a sprung Cambium, and they said no because the flex pro

[RBW] Re: FS: 650b Dynamo Wheel - Son 28 - Velocity Synergy - 36h - $300 plus shipping

Also, forgot to note that I'm open to taking the wheel apart and selling just the hub, $160 shipped. Also, also, have a Son Edelux I, upright version, for sale as well. I don't have the fork crown bracket, but can include a VO light mount bracket with it. It has the Son spade ends attached. $11

[RBW] Re: Coffee Outside

Friends don't let friends brew coffee without measuring mass of water, beans... Get the Aeropress App for iOS for many great award winning recipes for your coffee. It's versatile and makes good coffee out of even the blandest beans. Get a Coava Coffee disc to reduce the amount of waste generat

Re: [RBW] security

Snob isn't a fan: http://bikesnobnyc.blogspot.com/2014/05/simplification-by-complification.html http://bikesnobnyc.blogspot.com/2015/03/keylessness-is-close-to-cluelessness.html On Sun, Mar 29, 2015 at 7:08 PM, René Sterental wrote: > Was looking for a lock for my Atlantis for exactly the same

Re: [RBW] Re: Got my new Cheviot

I like the concept of the 42's. My limited research (that is googling) led me to believe the Hetres would be a good choice. While they are more expensive, it is important to keep in mind I just "justified" a Rivendell (even though not the most expensive choice, it was a lot more than I ever

Re: [RBW] security

Was looking for a lock for my Atlantis for exactly the same reasons, and my LBS attendant told me about this new option that is coming out soon and they are trying to carry: Skylock. http://skylock.cc Don't know about its sturdiness, but if moved or bumped or messed with, it will send a warning to

Re: [RBW] Re: FS 58 cm Cromo Bosco BullMoose bars

Oh no. Not again! I bought a frame from Peter a few months back and it took at least a month to get it. It did show up eventually, but it took a lot of back and forth. The other folks who purchased items from him that were advertised on the list at the same time also suffered long delays in get

[RBW] It shoud feel like spring any time now. A ride report.

More adventures on my A. Homer Hilsen. For those who may be interested. http://eprider.blogspot.com/2015/03/the-season-starts-anew.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

[RBW] Re: Clydesdale's -- Which Riv Model are you riding?

I ride an A. Homer Hilsen and I weight 240 - 250+ depending on the season. I use 38 mm 650B tires and I love my bike. > -- 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, sen

Re: [RBW] Re: FS 58 cm Cromo Bosco BullMoose bars

Hi Bill, Thanks for the response. It is definately helpful as I am hoping for the best, for everyone involved. I have had great experiences in the past purchasing items from fellow list members. I bought my A Homer Hilsen from Frank_a and he was awesome to deal with. I had a nice conversation w

[RBW] Re: security

I'm a big fan of the Hiplock, i got the lite version from REI and have a review posted there. Easy to carry since you wear it (barely noticeable, though that raises questions of damage it may cause if you crash). Hard to cut (need an electric grinder). And its long enough to go through at least

[RBW] Re: Clydesdale's -- Which Riv Model are you riding?

I have a 65cm Redwood. Riv probably wouldn't recommend it to me, but it rides great and planes nicely for me. For a road bike, which it is, I don't know if I'd want a stouter ride. David Chicago On Wednesday, March 25, 2015 at 3:26:14 PM UTC-5, DSat wrote: > > To the riders that weigh 200 lbs or

Re: [RBW] Clydesdale's -- Which Riv Model are you riding?

Actually, I take that back. The first time I used 32h DeepV, I used it in the rear with an older DT Swiss hub and after about 6 months, the drive side flange broke at the root and two spokes started pulling through. I guess the older hub just wasn't up to the high tension that was applied to it.

[RBW] Re: Thin Tires on a Hunqapillar

On Sunday, March 29, 2015 at 8:36:29 PM UTC-4, Chris Lampe 2 wrote: > > That's an awesome Bombadil!. > > I have a real love/hate relationship with knobby tires. I love how they > look but hate how they ride (on pavement...where 99% of my time is spent). > Yeah I'm running Rumpkins on

[RBW] FS: 650b Dynamo Wheel - Son 28 - Velocity Synergy - 36h - $300 plus shipping

Rethinking bike priorities, this was going to go on a Redwood 650b conversion, but I'm content with the original 700c for now. 650b Dynamo Wheel Son 28 (classic version) Dynamo Hub - 36h, no skewer, silver Velocity Synergy Rim 36 ss spokes Wheel is a few years old, on a bike that wasn't ridden

[RBW] Re: Thin Tires on a Hunqapillar

That's an awesome Bombadil!. I have a real love/hate relationship with knobby tires. I love how they look but hate how they ride (on pavement...where 99% of my time is spent). On Sunday, March 29, 2015 at 7:22:00 PM UTC-5, Leslie wrote: > > On Sunday, March 29, 2015 at 7:59:41 PM UTC-4,

[RBW] Re: security

Fine suggestions already. I will only add that it's also about making your bike harder to steal than those around it. Cables aren't tough, generally speaking, but they will dissuade those folks due to the extra steps to defeat them. To that end, two locks are best - the main U-lock (yep - Kr

[RBW] Re: Thin Tires on a Hunqapillar

On Sunday, March 29, 2015 at 7:09:57 PM UTC-4, stonehog wrote: > > Kevin - I've gone from Dureme 50s to Jack Brown 33s to Clement MSO 40s. I > just built a wheel set with tubeless Thunder Burt 54s for a long gravel > ride. My favorites have been the Clements (so far - no time on the Burts > yet

[RBW] Re: Thin Tires on a Hunqapillar

On Sunday, March 29, 2015 at 7:59:41 PM UTC-4, Chris Lampe 2 wrote: > > I collect certain pictures of Riv's and speaking of nobby tires, the > oblique-from-the-front photo of the Hunqapillar on the blog is one of the > best Riv photos I've seen. And it even uses a threaded-to-threadless > adapt

[RBW] Re: Coffee Outside

Yeah, I'd say that's about right. On Saturday, March 28, 2015 at 12:35:23 PM UTC-7, Zack wrote: > > the only wrong way to do coffee outside is not to do it :-) > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group

Re: [RBW] Re: New bicycle brand from Merry Sales = New Albion

A steerer tube shim and then whichever 1 1/8" stem you want. Not a very elegant solution but pretty much invisible when installed. Theoretically could cause problems but pretty unlikely to. On Saturday, March 28, 2015 at 8:20:37 PM UTC-7, jbu...@gmail.com wrote: > > what are they using in terms

[RBW] WTT Cardiff goodwill 11L plus saddlebag support for smaller saddlebag

Hey guys I have a brand new Cardiff goodwick saddlebag. It's black with brown leather accents. 11L. And a brand new velo Orange vivo saddlebag support. I would like to trade for smaller saddlebag. Such as a tweed Nigel,xs saddleback,baggins,etc. I can send pics on request -- You received this

[RBW] Re: security

Like you I find myself choosing not to ride my "beater" bikes and instead riding my Sam and Cheviot everywhere. I usually use only my cable Kyrptonite lock around the frame and rear wheel when possible. I think there is an issue with bike theft where I live (DC Metro) it seems to be people ar

[RBW] Re: Repair help needed - Stuck stem expander wedge

If nothing else works, check if the wedge is made of an aluminum alloy. If it is, you can dilute it with caustic soda. Only use this method as a last resort since it has several major drawbacks. First of all, caustic soda is dangerous (always work with latex gloves and protective goggles). Secon

Re: [RBW] Re: FS 58 cm Cromo Bosco BullMoose bars

In the same boat here with regard to a saddle, which he told me he sent over a month ago. Finally the response I got was that he had to attend a funeral and he was not checking that email address anymorewhich is sort of frustrating. Sorta relieved it's not just me, because I was just about t

Re: [RBW] Clydesdale's -- Which Riv Model are you riding?

36 unless you only ride on very smooth roads, or build rims that will take very high spoke tension. I never had any problems running 32h with Velocity DeepV rims, which will take 135kgf, but every other 32h rim I've had gave me issues of some sort or another. I can tell you that from recent exper

[RBW] Re: Thin Tires on a Hunqapillar

I collect certain pictures of Riv's and speaking of nobby tires, the oblique-from-the-front photo of the Hunqapillar on the blog is one of the best Riv photos I've seen. And it even uses a threaded-to-threadless adapter!!

[RBW] Re: Clem with drop bars

I think that I would enjoy my Hunqapillar much more with Noodles than I do with it's current Bullmoose setup. I think you should give it a go. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving

Re: [RBW] The aftermath of my recent car vs. bike hit and run.

Wow. Just wow. I am so very glad that you are still alive. I would guess that more times than not, an accident like you describe would be fatal to the cyclist. He left you for dead pretty much. There's nothing I can say about this motorist that would not violate the spirit of this email list.

Re: [RBW] Re: Coffee Outside

Anne: I've been using the inverted method with my Aeropress for some time, and really like it. http://stumptowncoffee.com/brew-guides/aeropress/ Uses one rounded scoop. Mark Sent from my iPhone > On Mar 29, 2015, at 12:12, Anne Paulson wrote: > > Aeropress users: I have an aeropress, bu

Re: [RBW] Re: Got my new Cheviot

Kellie: the magic ingredient that allows one much of the best worlds of light, supple tires and freedom from punctures is Stan's or (I hear it's even better) Orange Seal. Stan's has let me use otherwise hopelessly puncture prone Schwalbe Furious Freds and Challenge Parigi Roubaix in goathead land w

Re: [RBW] Re: Got my new Cheviot

I did not care for the Tour Rides. They were pretty dead feeling. Switched over to the 650B Big Bens and was much happier. This was on the Bombadil. On the Cheviot I have the Soma New Express and on the Betty we have Soma B-Line. I prefer the B-Line although they are not as puncture resistant a

Re: [RBW] Re: Got my new Cheviot

Baby Shoes or Hetres. Amazing tires, and they "go Fast"!! Brian Hanson Seattle, WA -- 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

Re: [RBW] Re: Coffee Outside

Ann - one heaping scoop is fine. Fill water close to top and stir for 10 seconds. Let your arm weight do the plunging - no need to push hard. Add water after to taste. Aeropress is an espresso maker, so it makes a strong cup if sipped straight. Still smoother than a machine. The biggest thing wi

[RBW] Re: Repair help needed - Stuck stem expander wedge

Thanks for your suggestions on how to attack my stuck stem wedge. The consensus certainly seems to be that I need to attack it from the bottom of the head tube. That suggestion makes a lot of sense to me. Unfortunately, it also means that I need to remove the front fender and [most likely] t

[RBW] Thin Tires on a Hunqapillar

Forgot the pic of the Thunder Burts: https://flic.kr/p/rP6PZM Brian Hanson Seattle, WA -- 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+unsu

Re: [RBW] Re: Got my new Cheviot

KC, to expand on James' post above, Grand Bois Hetres have been the darlings of this group and others, for their smooth and seemingly fast ride. They are not cheap. This seems to be a Golden Age for 650b tires, with new tires being introduced by GB and other makers. There is a related 650b G

Re: [RBW] Re: Got my new Cheviot

KC: Apologies to your son for my assuming he was speaking from a racing perspective. He could be onto something. The Continental Tour Rides weigh in at 675 grams per their website for 42 mm 650B. By contrast, Compass Baby Shoe Pass are 390 grams and the Hetre are 412 grams. Both are $59. O

[RBW] Thin Tires on a Hunqapillar

Kevin - I've gone from Dureme 50s to Jack Brown 33s to Clement MSO 40s. I just built a wheel set with tubeless Thunder Burt 54s for a long gravel ride. My favorites have been the Clements (so far - no time on the Burts yet). They are light, nice on road, and have done very well on dry single tr

[RBW] Re: Simplifying the Simpleone

Not to derail the thread too much, my Devil is now a 1x9 and I think it would be fantastic as a single-speed. Going from a 3x9 to a 1x9 took at least one pound of weight off the bike (not that I'm a weight weenie) and going to a SS would take at least that, maybe closer to 2 pounds. This may

[RBW] Repair help needed - Stuck stem expander wedge

Flip the bike over, front wheel out. Remove anything that is bolted through the crown. Thread the bolt into the wedge from the bottom and tap the wedge out with your mallet -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe fro

Re: [RBW] Re: Got my new Cheviot

Tires do change easily but they can also be an expensive experiment. I'd give the Tour Rides a little more time and get really familiar with your Cheviot. I also had the Tour Rides on my Hillborne. I didn't like them; they felt "stiff." That's when I switched to the GB Cypress, which are supple

[RBW] Repair help needed - Stuck stem expander wedge

It possible the wedge is "wedged" into the thicker butted end of the steerer. IF that's the case, going from the bottom of the fork will be the best bet. Liquid wrench is a good idea too. Several times I've had luck flipping it over, place the top nut of the HS on a block of wood, then use a lon

Re: [RBW] Re: Got my new Cheviot

Tires change easily. Try the tires you want to try and see if you get faster and/or have more flats. With abandon, Patrick On Sunday, March 29, 2015 at 3:25:00 PM UTC-6, KC wrote: > > My son is a member of this group, rides several rivs and is the reason i > have the cheviot with 650b 42 tires

Re: [RBW] Re: Got my new Cheviot

Hetres Sent from my iPhone On Mar 29, 2015, at 1:40 PM, KC wrote: > Not sure I'm happy with my standard build tires. I am not looking for extreme > speed by any means, but don't want to be lagging behind. 50cm cheviot 650b > 42. I may be predisposed to not love the tires it came with cuz my

Re: [RBW] Re: Coffee Outside

Krups moka brew. Works well, more compact than most self contained counter top machines. Not cheep, but not super expensive either. If you use it every day and amortize over years, the price per pot is probably quite reasonable. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Goo

Re: [RBW] Re: Got my new Cheviot

My son is a member of this group, rides several rivs and is the reason i have the cheviot with 650b 42 tires. Specifically, he was concerned with the continental tour rides they put on it. Riv response is you don't go fast when you get flats. I get that, but you also don't want to be lagging behin

[RBW] Repair help needed - Stuck stem expander wedge

If all else fails, remove the wheel pull brake or rack if needed for clear access to wedge from crown end of steerer, Flip bike with headset / top of steerer end supported on bench or blocks on floor, Run largest drill that won't mess up steerer through wedge, the bolt hole providing a center g

[RBW] Re: Repair help needed - Stuck stem expander wedge

Hopefully it's caused by corrosion and the liquid wrench will break it loose. Another common problem is over tightening the stem bolt causing the steerer tube to bulge.Do you have access to the expander from the bottom of the fork?Can you remove the fork?? I use water proof marine grease on my s

[RBW] Re: Got my new Cheviot

"I may be predisposed to not love the tires it came with cuz my son said they are slow/heavy. suggestions from this group? " In my experience, people who tell me my tires are slow & heavy don't have much experience with good quality chubby tires. The impression of big tires being slow is often

[RBW] Re: Got my new Cheviot

I have 43's on mine; Bruce Gordon Rock and Roads. Nice center tread for street riding (with a little hum). I had 33's, Gran Bois Cypress before. Don't really notice a difference in speed, but *do* notice a more comfy ride and increased ability off road with the 43's. GB Cypress

[RBW] Re: Got my new Cheviot

Not sure I'm happy with my standard build tires. I am not looking for extreme speed by any means, but don't want to be lagging behind. 50cm cheviot 650b 42. I may be predisposed to not love the tires it came with cuz my son said they are slow/heavy. suggestions from this group? -- You receiv

[RBW] The accent, if nothing else, makes this fully Rivendellian

http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p02k1swc -- Resumes, LinkedIn profiles, bios, and letters that get interviews. By-the-hour resume and LinkedIn coaching. Other professional writing services. http://www.resumespecialties.com/ www.linkedin.com/in/patrickmooreresumespec/ Patrick Moore Alburquerque, N

Re: [RBW] Simplifying the Simpleone

When the tire is deflated the real wheel can be squeezed out, which works out since I almost never remove the rear wheel except to fix the rare flat. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop r

Re: [RBW] Simplifying the Simpleone

What do you do with the fender when you have to remove the rear wheel? On Sun, Mar 29, 2015 at 12:40 PM, 'Hudson Doerge' via RBW Owners Bunch < rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com> wrote: > After having my Simpleone in super commuter mode for the last couple years > I decided it was time to slim do

Re: [RBW] security

It's the same technique walking into a store with a service dog. Grin. With abandon, Patrick On Sunday, March 29, 2015 at 1:28:02 PM UTC-6, Patrick Moore wrote: > > I forgot to add that the proper technique for being accepted with bike in > store aisles is to march in with an attitude of lordly

Re: [RBW] security

I forgot to add that the proper technique for being accepted with bike in store aisles is to march in with an attitude of lordly proprietorship and, if challenged, respond with an air of mystified outrage. On Sun, Mar 29, 2015 at 1:25 PM, Patrick Moore wrote: > My "errand" bike is a Riv custom,

Re: [RBW] security

My "errand" bike is a Riv custom, and my security method is principally to bring the bike inside with me as often as I can. The area grocery stores are used to me wheeling the bike through the aisles; at the library I can at least park it in the foyer; at church I copied the key to the utility room

[RBW] Re: Simplifying the Simpleone

my Handsome Devil has had many configurations from 3x9 to 1x9 but never a single speed I would be curious how that works out On Sunday, March 29, 2015 at 11:27:19 AM UTC-7, Chris Lampe 2 wrote: > > That is a great looking bike!! Makes me want to single-speed my Handsome > Devil, which is extre

[RBW] Simplifying the Simpleone

Nice build, great fit, good job Hudson. I think a front rack with a basket completes a SO/Q build. The basket is always offering to simply hold our stuff while we hop on and simply just ride. My Q is complete overlap with other bikes in the stable, but I think I will ride it to the end of my day

Re: [RBW] Re: Coffee Outside

I make my coffee at home and take it out into the field in a thermos -- actually, for cycling, I prefer tea *a la Inde*, which isn't the syrupy goop you get here but cheap black tea made very strong with a lot of milk and sugar. It is the most amazing energy drink. But back to coffee: I like decen

[RBW] Repair help needed - Stuck stem expander wedge

Some liquid wrench soaking and a stack of fender washers on top would allow you to use the bolt to pull it free from its anchor, maybe. That would get you infinitely more torque than the vice grips method. Good luck -Kai -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Grou

[RBW] Re: Bike shop mechanics answer this:

Looks like pretty much all of the pro's & con's of threadless vs. quill stems have been covered in these threads (no pun intended). I have bikes with each, agree with most of the remarks, don't have any real quarrel with the threadless per se. One thing worth mentioning, though, if you're goin

[RBW] Repair help needed - Stuck stem expander wedge

Hi folks, Taking advantage of the cold weather to work on a Noodle to Albatross conversion project. Unfortunately, it is not off to a very good start. After removing the noodle bars, I decided to remove my stem as well. I loosened the bolt , gave it a light wack with a rubber mallet and pull

[RBW] Re: Fund my Clem sale!

I mean, consider the bike as a frame/fork/headset/bb sale only. On Saturday, March 14, 2015 at 12:01:19 PM UTC-4, Wayne Naha wrote: > > > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emai

Re: [RBW] Fund my Clem sale!

That is a great idea, but I have nothing to substitute in their place. Still, I am more than happy to sell the bike as frame/fork/headset/bb to any interested party. A lot of the removed parts could transition directly onto my Clem, which would be a big help. What about that Kooka crank on a

[RBW] Re: Coffee Outside

I love these coffee threads! I've got an old Mr. Coffee 4-cup drip machine, a French Press, a Moka pot, a Keurig and one of those Vietnamese single-cup coffee makers that sits on top of your cup. I'm getting closer and closer to springing for an Aeropress because the curiosity is killing me!

Re: [RBW] Re: FS 58 cm Cromo Bosco BullMoose bars

Richard Hopefully you will make contact. More than once in the last year Peter has had health issues cause delays in his shipping of FS items. I hope he is well and I hope you eventually get your bars -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bun

[RBW] Re: Simplifying the Simpleone

That is a great looking bike!! Makes me want to single-speed my Handsome Devil, which is extremely close to the Simpleone in geometry and size. On Sunday, March 29, 2015 at 11:40:14 AM UTC-5, Hudson Doerge wrote: > > After having my Simpleone in super commuter mode for the last couple years

Re: [RBW] Re: Coffee Outside

Here's the set on Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/Esbit-Stainless-Steel-Coffee-Tablets/dp/B002AQCLT0 With abandon, Patrick On Sunday, March 29, 2015 at 12:15:04 PM UTC-6, Shawn Granton wrote: > > Kellie- > > No, it's designed to work with the Esbit stove that nests inside the pot > when stored. >

Re: [RBW] Re: Coffee Outside

Kellie- No, it's designed to work with the Esbit stove that nests inside the pot when stored. -Shawn No one actually looks at email signatures anymore, but here goes nothing: http://urbanadventureleague.wordpress.com/ http://societyofthreespeeds.wordpress.com/ http://www.flickr.com/photos/urbana

[RBW] FS: MUSA splats, Showers Pass Club Convertible Rain Pants

1 pair MUSA splats, size B, never used: $20 1 pair MUSA splats, size C, used a handful of times: $17 1 pair Showers Pass Club Convertible Rain Pants, size XL, used a handful of times: $75 add $5 shipping for first item, free to add another item. -- You received this message because you are subs

Re: [RBW] Re: Coffee Outside

Thanks for the photo! will this coffee maker work over any type of stove? On Sunday, March 29, 2015 at 9:54:16 AM UTC-7, Shawn Granton wrote: > > > > > >

Re: [RBW] Re: Redlands Strada Rossa 2015

I think Jacquie said her "Otto" bike is on loan, possibly to a museum. I don't think she rides it, since it has become an Artifact. Definitely an LD stem, but I don't know if any were production, or all were custom. Philip www.biketinker.com -- You received this message because you are subscri

Re: [RBW] Fund my Clem sale!

It does look like swapping the cranks and saddle for generic units could move the bike faster, and net you more money. 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 receiv

[RBW] Simplifying the Simpleone

Beautiful! My basket is a full timer, too. 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...@googlegrou

[RBW] Re: Simplifying the Simpleone

" Of course the basket stays though." Of course! For summer you still need to carry the beach towel, book, small cooler & large hat. Seriously, that's a neat & tidy set-up that still maintains plenty of carrying capacity. dougP On Sunday, March 29, 2015 at 9:40:14 AM UTC-7, Hudson Doerge w

Re: [RBW] Re: Coffee Outside

For coffee outside, I don't have a "standard" setup, as I

[RBW] Re: Simplifying the Simpleone

Looks great! I love how changeable Rivendells are depending on use, tires, racks, and bags. With abandon, Patrick -- 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 em

Re: [RBW] Re: Coffee Outside

Dear Anne, It is coffee. Adjust to taste, either by watering it down directly or using less coffee per cup. I ended up with 24g of coffee per 10oz cup, and run all the water through the grounds. I do find the Aeropress is neater than my french press (cleanup is very simple), and produces a mel

Re: [RBW] Re: Coffee Outside

I've never weighed it, I just use a single heaping scoop. Perhaps that's worth a try? With abandon, Patrick -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to

Re: [RBW] Re: Coffee Outside

The directions call for 18 grams of coffee, which is TWO scoops of beans. On Sun, Mar 29, 2015 at 9:19 AM, Deacon Patrick wrote: > I water it down after, unless I want an espresso-like experience. I get a > full mug, including cream, from a single scoop of beans, though it only > takes up a small

Re: [RBW] Re: Coffee Outside

I water it down after, unless I want an espresso-like experience. I get a full mug, including cream, from a single scoop of beans, though it only takes up a small portion of the mug when it's brewed. With abandon, Patrick -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Gr

Re: [RBW] Re: Coffee Outside

Aeropress users: I have an aeropress, but when I use it according to the directions, the coffee is way strong, much stronger than the coffee I made with my Melitta filter. Is that just the way the coffee is supposed to be, or should I use half the ground coffee they say? The aeropress is a fussy pr

[RBW] Re: Bike shop mechanics answer this:

Dear Patrick, Threadless is mostly about SKU reduction and ease of manufacture. It has small benefits and small costs for the end user. I personally prefer it, but not to the extent that I held my breath and drummed my heels on the workshop floor when Mike Kone at René Herse specified a threade

[RBW] Re: FS: Evolv Cruzer Shoes - men's 13

Shoes are sold. On Saturday, March 28, 2015 at 1:58:04 PM UTC-4, Kieran J wrote: > > I have a pair of tan new-ish Evolv Cruzer approach shoes for sale. > > Cool shoes. These have been said to work well for cycling, and they do. > Comfy, lightweight and fast-drying. > > They are size 13, but the

[RBW] Re: security

Will: A lot depends on the general level of crime in your area and where you would park the bike out of your sight. The security measures mentioned sound pretty solid, and parking where there's foot traffic is good. OTH, I read a while back about an experiment a bike mag did where they locked

[RBW] security

I live in LA. First I had a wheelset stolen. Adapted to use the Sheldon technique. Then I had an entire bike stolen by cutting thru the budget u-lock. I learned from that and bought a real u-lock and pit lock skewers. Still had the front wheel stolen. Now I use a kryptonite ulock for the rear wh

Re: [RBW] Re: WTB (or trade for): rear hub

Have you tried the redesigned PL23? It's supposed to be a lot stronger than the original design, hence they no longer advise a #185 weight limit. Thanks for the recommendations, everyone. For the price and the noise factor, I'll probably just get a Shimano hub. Sent from my iPhone > On Mar 28,

Re: [RBW] Re: Redlands Strada Rossa 2015

It captured the feel nicely :-) Hugh's set: https://www.flickr.com/photos/pedalpusher61/sets/72157651110302400 On Sun, Mar 29, 2015 at 5:49 AM, James Warren wrote: > > Thanks David! > > The link to Philip's photos is a bit startling! > > > On Mar 28, 2015, at 9:56 PM, cyclotourist wrote: > > I

[RBW] New bicycle brand from Merry Sales = New Albion

Do others find there is a kind of "Bicycle Ladder" like there is a "Property Ladder?" As an example, for me, I started my bike obsession piecing bikes together from parts found in the trash. Then I had a decent wheelset built for my favourite of the 1980's found frames. Then I bought a used S

[RBW] Re: Coffee Outside

My setup: aeropress, porlex mini mill, snow peak giga power auto, ti pot, double wall ti mug, ti spork, bandana to clean things, and a sea to summit packing cell everything tucks into perfectly. Hudson in atx -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW O

[RBW] New bicycle brand from Merry Sales = New Albion

Someone with a business background (not me) could probably chime in with a name for it, but what I see is a classic pattern used in product sales and marketing. There is an established classic bicycle aesthetic, with ascribed qualities, values, and identities, that Rivendell is arguably at the f

Re: [RBW] Re: Bike shop mechanics answer this:

David, Of course, there's always the "custom" route. Back in 1989, before threadless, I had Steve Potts fillet braze be a beautiful stem with a cap for a (new, then) Bontrager fillet brazed Cx-based bike. I think I got the idea from Bruce Gordon's Rock & Road frames back then. Loved that thing

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