[RBW] Re: First trip to riv

"Showing up at RBW still makes me nervous ;)" ^ Joe: I feel the same way. I admired the Rivendell catalogs for at least two years before I first visited Riv HQ, and when I did visit, I was so nervous I could hardly function. It didn't matter that the Riv folks were (and are) friendly and down t

Re: [RBW] Contemplating which route to take with a Sam, budget build or riv build kit

If you know what you're looking for, and comfortable doing it yourself, the used market is a great resource. Buy higher end Dura Ace/XTR at the cost of new Deore or Tiagra. On Sun, Jun 7, 2015 at 10:45 PM, James Warren wrote: > > Get some Rich-built wheels with a rim choice optimized for the esti

Re: [RBW] loaded handling question

Hi John, thanks for the reply! My Costco runs pale in comparison: https://www.flickr.com/photos/cyclotourist/3605332794 + https://www.flickr.com/photos/cyclotourist/3604518445/ But I have carried a decent amount of stuff, and never had the huge shimmy/resonation that I did on this trip. Maybe I ju

Re: [RBW] Contemplating which route to take with a Sam, budget build or riv build kit

Get some Rich-built wheels with a rim choice optimized for the estimated tire width you intend; get Rich's advice on making that choice; he's great at that. For example, I went with Atlas rim matched to the 700x50 or 55 Big Ben tires that I usually ride. If you have Rich-built wheels on a Hill

[RBW] Re: XSmall Sackville Saddle Bag ?

HA! I'm used to reading typos on Twitter. Sometimes you gotta step back and read context instead of taking folks literally ;) On Sunday, June 7, 2015 at 8:09:54 PM UTC-7, WETH wrote: > > Joe, good catch! I read spare tube, but I see he did write tire. A tire > would be a tough fit. -- You rec

[RBW] Re: Is it crazy to do a century with Boscos?

I've ridden 70 miles In one day on my Sam Hillborne with Albatross handlebars and Schwalbe Marathon Supremes. Just a perfect ride and no pain. Bruce in San Diego On Sunday, June 7, 2015 at 9:33:34 PM UTC-7, hangtownmatt wrote: > Is it crazy to do a century with Boscos? > > No, it's crazy to smo

[RBW] Re: Call me an idiot

Many reasons to change your mind. I have owned 2 orange Rambouillets, a coupled green Rambouillet, and 2 Bleriot. It's ok to move on...or come back. On Sunday, June 7, 2015 at 7:58:37 PM UTC-7, Don Compton wrote: > > I foolishly sold my 60cm Ram. A few years later, I bought a Roadeo from > Grant

[RBW] Contemplating which route to take with a Sam, budget build or riv build kit

So I test rode a sam the other day and really enjoyed the ride. Getting my ducks in a row to swing a frame. I've always wanted to build up a frame. But as my camaro sitting in the garage proves, sometimes projects don't go as planned. A concern is that the "budget" build doesn't turn out to

[RBW] Re: BQ to publish study of pedal retention usefulness in Summer issue

I like the two hands opening a jar lid analogy. Is power output really limited by the rider's body weight when using platform pedals, though? It seems that by pulling hard on the handlebars in rhythm with the pedal stroke, some of that force of can be added to the downward leg thrust. The arms

Re: [RBW] FS: Racks and Bags

Sorry, Dave. That bag has been taken. So has the Sackville bag, the Big Back Rack, and the VO rack. From: Dave Brandt To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Sent: Sunday, June 7, 2015 9:28 PM Subject: [RBW] FS: Racks and Bags I'd love to get the Acorn bag from you. I'm not to comp

[RBW] Re: Is it crazy to do a century with Boscos?

Is it crazy to do a century with Boscos? No, it's crazy to smoke cigarettes On Sunday, June 7, 2015 at 5:18:03 PM UTC-7, Alan Pickett wrote: > > The Lady Who Makes Me Pedal has started a campaign to get me to limit my > cigarette smoking by imposing a Soviet-style regimen of preparatory weekend

[RBW] FS: Racks and Bags

I'd love to get the Acorn bag from you. I'm not to computer savvy and can't figure out how to email you from my iPhone. -- 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 a

Re: [RBW] loaded handling question

I've ridden my Sam with many, many different cargo arrangements at this point, and perhaps oddly for this group, none (so far) have involved camping/touring. Yesterday I rode my Sam with 33 lb. of toddler on the back and 33lb. of groceries on the front (and 233 lb. of me in the middle... hm). S

[RBW] Re: First trip to riv

My problem with visiting Riv initially was "the rock star effect". I discovered Mr. Petersen's writings/philosophy through The 3 Bridgestone Catalogues, and related to it from a distance. For some strange reason I wrote him a letter in 1992 asking about an old Motobecane I found, and he called

[RBW] Re: Call me an idiot

Don: No, you're not an idiot of you learn something. I've mentioned this notion in response to other posts but will repeat: Geed judgment comes from experience; experience comes from bad judgement. Or, in the words of Niki Lauda, "You gotta crash a few to learn". If that name doesn't resona

Re: [RBW] Call me an idiot

Idiot. ;) j/k we all make decisions with our bikes that we later question. Such is life. On Sun, Jun 7, 2015 at 9:58 PM, Don Compton wrote: > I foolishly sold my 60cm Ram. A few years later, I bought a Roadeo from > Grant. I rode the hell out of that bike, but then got a " b

[RBW] Re: XSmall Sackville Saddle Bag ?

Joe, good catch! I read spare tube, but I see he did write tire. A tire would be a tough fit. -- 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-bu

[RBW] Re: XSmall Sackville Saddle Bag ?

It's easy to see in, and the bag holds a square shape empty. Assuming you mean spare tube, not tire - I am assuming this - it holds all that with some room to spare. If you'd like a green one (Riv is out), I have a low-miles one available. The straps show signs of being mounted/dismounted a few

Re: [RBW] Call me an idiot

A certain amount of hoarding is beneficial. On Sun, Jun 7, 2015 at 7:58 PM, Don Compton wrote: > I foolishly sold my 60cm Ram. A few years later, I bought a Roadeo from > Grant. I rode the hell out of that bike, but then got a " bug up my butt" > and sold it. > Well, I just ordered a Roadeo from

Re: [RBW] Is it crazy to do a century with Boscos?

Does the route have bail out options? Study the map, and if so, you may be uncomfortable, but should still be able to keep riding and finish _a_ ride if not _the_ ride. On Sun, Jun 7, 2015 at 7:16 PM, 'Tim' via RBW Owners Bunch wrote: > What Steve said!!! > > -- > You received this message becaus

Re: [RBW] Re: spoke in word

Reflections on a morning Spent spinning, One ring, one cog. https://www.flickr.com/photos/cyclotourist/18382972340/in/photostream/lightbox/ On Sun, Jun 7, 2015 at 5:18 PM, dougP wrote: > You guys are great! There's more to cycling than turning over the pedals. > > dougP > > > On Sunday, June 7,

[RBW] Is it crazy to do a century with Boscos?

Alan, Good luck giving up the cigarettes. It is not easy but it can be done; I know! I have ridden albatross bars 75 miles in one day, and whatever discomfort I had was unrelated to the bar! Good luck with the training! Erl -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google

Re: [RBW] Re: ISO NITTO lugged seatpost.

Hugh, I found that seat post. I will be happy to send it to you to try but don't want to part with it permanently. Contact me off list if you want it sent out Wednesday with the bike I sold this weekend. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owner

[RBW] Call me an idiot

I foolishly sold my 60cm Ram. A few years later, I bought a Roadeo from Grant. I rode the hell out of that bike, but then got a " bug up my butt" and sold it. Well, I just ordered a Roadeo from Keven. He knew that I had sold my Roadeo. He's a great guy and wouldn't tell me what he thought. But,

Re: [RBW] XSmall Sackville Saddle Bag ?

Michael, I'll second what Deacon wrote. It should hold your list of items fine. Yesterday, I was out riding, and I fit a pint of Honest Tea and a pint of Stawberry Quick milk in mine and zipped it! It also holds it shape well empty. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to

Re: [RBW] Re: Dirty Kanza

Represent! On Sun, Jun 7, 2015 at 5:32 PM, Wildcat96 wrote: > http://g-tedproductions.blogspot.com/2015/06/dirty-kanza-200-epilogue.html > > Nice shirt Tony! > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups > "RBW Owners Bunch" group. > To unsubscribe from this

Re: [RBW] Re: OT, but ought to be On Topic: 2 excellent recipes, bread and cheese

I'm glad there's a Batman reference in there. On Sun, Jun 7, 2015 at 6:39 PM, Jon Dukeman in the foothills of Colorado wrote: > Patrick, > Thanks for sharing! Looks delicious! It's on my to do list! > Jon > > > On Sunday, June 7, 2015 at 7:16:24 PM UTC-6, Patrick Moore wrote: >> >> Axes and coffe

Re: [RBW] loaded handling question

Coming down for gear sale for sure, can bring bike on principle! On Sun, Jun 7, 2015 at 7:13 PM, dougP wrote: > We can still do science day, just on Hugh's bike! And there's always the > allure of the REI gear sale. Just let me know guys if you're game to play. > > dougP > > On Sunday, June 7,

Re: [RBW] Is it crazy to do a century with Boscos?

What Steve said!!! -- 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-ow

Re: [RBW] loaded handling question

We can still do science day, just on Hugh's bike! And there's always the allure of the REI gear sale. Just let me know guys if you're game to play. dougP On Sunday, June 7, 2015 at 6:44:00 PM UTC-7, hsmitham wrote: > > What! Science day!! I love science day, where do we begin? Oh so why did >

Re: [RBW] Is it crazy to do a century with Boscos?

On 06/07/2015 08:18 PM, Alan Pickett wrote: The Lady Who Makes Me Pedal has started a campaign to get me to limit my cigarette smoking by imposing a Soviet-style regimen of preparatory weekend rides, culminating in perhaps the Amish Country Century later this s

Re: [RBW] loaded handling question

What! Science day!! I love science day, where do we begin? Oh so why did you recently throw the Nitto lugged seat post on the ARer? And because it's gorgeous is not sciencency enough. ~Hugh On Sun, Jun 7, 2015, 6:37 PM cyclotourist wrote: > I think it was artificially pushed back due to the Nit

[RBW] Re: OT, but ought to be On Topic: 2 excellent recipes, bread and cheese

Patrick, Thanks for sharing! Looks delicious! It's on my to do list! Jon On Sunday, June 7, 2015 at 7:16:24 PM UTC-6, Patrick Moore wrote: > Axes and coffee; why not bread and cheese? I am enthusiastic about these > two, as they've worked remarkably well for me. > > One for 24 hour no knead brea

Re: [RBW] loaded handling question

I think it was artificially pushed back due to the Nitto lugged post. I put that one relatively recently, and didn't need the full amount of setback. But now we can't have science day On Sun, Jun 7, 2015 at 5:14 PM, dougP wrote: > Congrats on sorting that out. Hope the 10 mm change doesn't

[RBW] Re: OT, but ought to be On Topic: 2 excellent recipes, bread and cheese

Forgot to add that I don't bother with the cast iron pot; just plop the dough on a cookie sheet and bake for 30-40 minutes. On Sun, Jun 7, 2015 at 7:16 PM, Patrick Moore wrote: > Axes and coffee; why not bread and cheese? I am enthusiastic about these > two, as they've worked remarkably well for

[RBW] Re: Is it crazy to do a century with Boscos?

Alan, that quill stem has such short vertical extension, you might do better with a quill/threadless adapter https://www.benscycle.com/p-2573-nitto-mtc-04-long-quill-stem-to-threadless-adapter-286222mm.aspx?gclid=Cj0KEQjw18-rBRDogrTg4Lusuu0BEiQACs8YQsWtTNDc5_xPQ39OYUZGDUlMl9ZL3y-0j-zQ1--wXYUaAh1a8

[RBW] Re: Is it crazy to do a century with Boscos?

i've never done an official century ride, but i have done about 90 miles in a day a few times. i also have never used bosco bars, but i do use albatross bars. for me and my limited experience, i have found that most potential problems show themselves somewhere in the 35-50mile range. mustache

[RBW] Re: Dirty Kanza

http://g-tedproductions.blogspot.com/2015/06/dirty-kanza-200-epilogue.html Nice shirt Tony! -- 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

[RBW] Handlebar Comparison: Albatross, MAP/Ahearne, Jitensha, VO Postino

Nice, I love the Ahearnehandlebars bars. I have the narrower version, fit my ergo grips, brake levers, and shifters just fine. Makes a great trail bar. Albas are really great too, but I like them on lighter trail and roads. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google G

Re: [RBW] Re: Handlebar Comparison: Albatross, MAP/Ahearne, Jitensha, VO Postino

I can do better than that, I photoshopped and measured the photos that Joe Ahearne provided. I have an 80mm Technomic, and the bars end about an inch behind the stem On Sunday, June 7, 2015 at 7:17:08 PM UTC-5,

[RBW] Is it crazy to do a century with Boscos?

The Lady Who Makes Me Pedal has started a campaign to get me to limit my cigarette smoking by imposing a Soviet-style regimen of preparatory weekend rides, culminating in perhaps the Amish Country Century later this summer. At the moment, I am riding and liking

[RBW] Re: spoke in word

You guys are great! There's more to cycling than turning over the pedals. dougP On Sunday, June 7, 2015 at 11:26:23 AM UTC-7, Tim Gavin wrote: > > moist muggy morning > red Rivendell Road > pure pedaling pleasure > fine fendered friend > > photo >

Re: [RBW] Re: Handlebar Comparison: Albatross, MAP/Ahearne, Jitensha, VO Postino

Hi Ron, Could you (gu)estimate where the center of the grips end up on the M/A bars in relation to the stem clamp? Thanks, joe broach Caveat lector. Sent from a phone. On Jun 7, 2015 2:45 PM, "Ron Mc" wrote: > as I said, all these bars except the Albas are the same shape - all > modeled on the

Re: [RBW] loaded handling question

Congrats on sorting that out. Hope the 10 mm change doesn't cause any new problems. I've never moved a seat more than a couple of mm at a time. dougP On Sunday, June 7, 2015 at 2:38:29 PM UTC-7, cyclot...@gmail.com wrote: > > Update: I moved my saddle 10mm forward, and took the front basket

[RBW] Re: Elbe Cycle Route from Prague to Dresden

Jim: I think this is the website you want for maps: http://jcpohadkovekralovstvi.sweb.cz/ I don't know how to make google translator work but maybe you'll have better luck. IME, there's always good stuff available on the ground where you start. Give yourself a few days in Prague at the start

Re: [RBW] Re: Elbe Cycle Route from Prague to Dresden

Awesome, Jim! Bringing a bike or renting? On Sun, Jun 7, 2015 at 2:45 PM, dougP wrote: > Jim: > > That video captures what I love about touring in Europe. In 2013, we came > from the south, basically Linz, Austria, to Prague. At a rail station just > across the border I found a map (I'll send d

[RBW] FS: 63cm A. Homer Hilsen, 4 46T chainrings, a pair of Schwalbe Mondials

hey all, for sale is a Waterford built 63cm AHH. Its prob 5 years old, Im the 3rd owner. Its got scratches and paint chips but no dings or dents. I rode this bike a fair bit. The brake cable guides were moved from under the top tube to on top,and the top tube is a VERY SLIGHT different

[RBW] Re: Elbe Cycle Route from Prague to Dresden

Jim: That video captures what I love about touring in Europe. In 2013, we came from the south, basically Linz, Austria, to Prague. At a rail station just across the border I found a map (I'll send details when I dig it out) that showed the bike routes. At 3:15 in the video, you'll see a post

Re: [RBW] Re: Handlebar Comparison: Albatross, MAP/Ahearne, Jitensha, VO Postino

as I said, all these bars except the Albas are the same shape - all modeled on the Jones H bar. The critical choice is the width. here are the 615mm MAP bars On Sunday, June 7, 2015 at 3:58:18 PM UTC-5, cycl

Re: [RBW] loaded handling question

Update: I moved my saddle 10mm forward, and took the front basket totally off. I know, two variables, but that's how I roll. Loaded everything on the back, with two lightly but evenly loaded panniers, a tent and sleeping bag on top cinched down real tight with an strap vs. a bungie. https://www.fli

[RBW] Re: A Life Update

If all goes well, I expect to check in roughly 4-7 days after surgery. On Saturday, June 6, 2015 at 3:53:04 AM UTC-7, Pondero wrote: > > Cecily, best wishes for a transforming procedure and a quick recovery. > Hopefully, you'll keep checking in here to cheer us on, and more > importantly, to k

[RBW] Re: A Life Update

Best of luck, Kenneth! On Friday, June 5, 2015 at 8:27:12 PM UTC-7, Kenneth Cote wrote: > > I've got rotator cuff surgery due about the same time. Guarantee is it > won't be worse. May not be better. Hopefully I can ride > after a short bit of pain. > > On Thursday, June 4, 2015 at 5:58:27 PM U

Re: [RBW] Re: Handlebar Comparison: Albatross, MAP/Ahearne, Jitensha, VO Postino

If you want your bars at seat level, the J-bars are great: https://instagram.com/p/3pEEF6RHVY/ On Sun, Jun 7, 2015 at 1:03 PM, DS wrote: > I would say it also has to do with whether you want a more upright position > or not. > > I have had the Jitenshas on a Quickbeam. They're good, narrow urban

Re: [RBW] XSmall Sackville Saddle Bag ?

Actually, this is first gen. No zipper. Just two twist tabs as shown. If you over-stuff it, the opening does spread, but not enough to lose anything. Frankly, the zippered bags are better. I used this without, however, with no problems. Access to interior is fine. Not sure what you mean by empty

[RBW] Re: XSmall Sackville Saddle Bag ?

I like it. The stuff I never use goes to the bottom. It's all easy to access. I can see it fine. Holds shape well. With abandon, Patrick On Sunday, June 7, 2015 at 2:17:11 PM UTC-6, Michael Hechmer wrote: > > I'm thinking about changing my Saluki bag setup from the Barley bag to a > front bag

[RBW] XSmall Sackville Saddle Bag ?

I'm thinking about changing my Saluki bag setup from the Barley bag to a front bag and a small saddle bag in back. I would want to put a spare tire, levers, multi tool & wallet in it. The zippered opening looks small, can you easily see what's in the bag? What does the shape look like empty?

[RBW] Re: spoke in word

Awesome, Tim! Quickbeam Ride round Rampart Reservoir Steep climb peddle dance Rolling Plateaued Pikes Peak skirts Blue green wending way https://www.flickr.com/photos/32311885@N07/18386266819/in/dateposted-public/ With abandon, Patrick -- You received this message because you are subscribed t

[RBW] Re: Handlebar Comparison: Albatross, MAP/Ahearne, Jitensha, VO Postino

I would say it also has to do with whether you want a more upright position or not. I have had the Jitenshas on a Quickbeam. They're good, narrow urban bars. The Postino bars are the same shape and design I believe, but a little wider which would be good if you're mounting shifters (and since t

[RBW] Re: FS: Racks and Bags

Ray, I sent you and e-mail. Jon On Sunday, June 7, 2015 at 12:38:38 PM UTC-6, r.s...@sbcglobal.net wrote: > > I have the following bags and racks for sale. Prices are for pick-up in > San Francisco. Add approximate shipping otherwise: > > > > 1. Ortlieb Bike-Shopper panniers (2). Black/Silver

[RBW] FS: Racks and Bags

I have the following bags and racks for sale. Prices are for pick-up in San Francisco. Add approximate shipping otherwise: 1. Ortlieb Bike-Shopper panniers (2). Black/Silver. Each with shoulder strap/carry handle (I found this bag to be perfect for carry-on on the flight home after the

[RBW] spoke in word

moist muggy morning red Rivendell Road pure pedaling pleasure fine fendered friend photo Cheers, Tim Gavin Cedar Rapids, IA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "

[RBW] Elbe Cycle Route from Prague to Dresden

I just bought a plane ticket to do this on the weekend of July 17. It seems to have a Just Ride quality, so I thought I'd mention it. I'll report back after it happens, but I'm also posting now to see if anyone on the forum has done this before. I'm not doing a professionally organized tour. Ju

Re: [RBW] Re: Stolen SimpleOne and a question

Let the new Ent rise On Sat, Jun 6, 2015 at 1:40 AM, donavanm wrote: > On Tuesday, June 2, 2015 at 1:06:37 PM UTC-7, JohnS wrote: >> >> I understand your front rack mounting point preference, it makes it >> possible to carry a heavier load than you can with a canti mounted rack. Let >> me kno

[RBW] Re: FS: Nitto Albatross, Paul Thumbies, Shimano Levers Grip King pedals,

All items are sold. On Saturday, June 6, 2015 at 5:16:45 PM UTC-5, Sean Cleary wrote: > > Hi folks. These parts https://www.flickr.com/photos/66219337@N06/? are > all in near new condition from our seldom used tandem bicycle. Prices do > not include shipping. Buy everything and I'll ship for fre

[RBW] Re: ID or suggest front rack for Betty Foy?

The NITTO M18 looks like a Mark's rack, but holds much more weight (~17lbs.) I don't know why since they look identical to me, except the Mark's rack has two more strut tabs and a tab on the front edge of the rack. http://www16.ocn.ne.jp/~nitto210/carrier-E.html -- You received this message bec

[RBW] Re: My friend Pam writes about her first S24O experience

Thanks for posting the write up David. I've been intrigued with a S24O ever since I read about them on the Riv site. And I finally found people to make the trip with me. They were campers and I'm not but that's the beauty of the S24O. We could all go and be good with it. Cycling Savvy help

[RBW] Re: First trip to riv

I wasn't sure i would like the shop either. While the products are right up my alley. Some of the writing can be a turn off. But now after meeting the crew on person including grant, i can see a tongue planted in cheek better On Friday, June 5, 2015 at 10:25:34 PM UTC-7, drew wrote: > I was t

[RBW] Re: First trip to riv

A 2012. It's a great bike for the price. On Friday, June 5, 2015 at 10:07:10 PM UTC-7, Lungimsam wrote: > What Randonee do you have? -- 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 fr

[RBW] Re: Stolen SimpleOne and a question

On Tuesday, June 2, 2015 at 1:06:37 PM UTC-7, JohnS wrote: > > I understand your front rack mounting point preference, it makes it > possible to carry a heavier load than you can with a canti mounted rack. > Let me know if you're interested in the Azuki. It's a nice frame and it's a > shame to h

[RBW] Handlebar Comparison: Albatross, MAP/Ahearne, Jitensha, VO Postino

Discomfort on flat bar got me searching for a more neutral wrist position. Jitensha version just "flexed" my wrists outward, still not comfortable. An albatross, angled downward is neutral for me, and comfortable. Less secure off-road than the brace against a flat bar. -- You received this mes

[RBW] Re: Trying Again: Pair of Col de la Vie 650B x 42 Tires FS

Would these work on a Clem? On Saturday, June 6, 2015 at 9:33:28 PM UTC-4, Eric Norris wrote: > > Hardly used them before I switched to Grand Bois tires. $25 shipped in the > CONUS. That’s $25 for a *pair*—such a deal! > > --Eric Norris > campyo...@me.com > www.campyonly.com > campyonlyguy.b

[RBW] Re: FS: Nitto Albatross, Paul Thumbies, Shimano Levers Grip King pedals,

Sale is pending on all components. On Saturday, June 6, 2015 at 5:16:45 PM UTC-5, Sean Cleary wrote: > > Hi folks. These parts https://www.flickr.com/photos/66219337@N06/? are > all in near new condition from our seldom used tandem bicycle. Prices do > not include shipping. Buy everything and I'