[RBW] Re: FS: Nitto Bullmoose Bar, $125

[Tim O. (Portland, OR)]

PM'd. I'm posting here because last time I tried to PM it didn't work. 

Thanks!,
Tim

On Tuesday, December 5, 2017 at 5:03:01 PM UTC-8, allenmichael wrote:
>
> bump. This is still available.
>
> On Monday, September 18, 2017 at 4:52:09 PM UTC-7, allenmichael wrote:
>>
>> Fillet Brazed. Bought this off the list and had lots of plans for it that 
>> never materialized. It sat briefly on a Ram 650b conversion that didn't 
>> stick.
>>
>> Because of the size, I would prefer a local Portland sale, but I'll ship 
>> it as well.
>>
>> Price is net to me after shipping.
>>
>>
>>

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[RBW] "Winter" clothing help

[Bill in Roswell GA]

Fred, having lived in Dallas/OKC/Tulsa for over 20 years, I know the primary 
winter enemy is wind. If it is wet and blowing a blue norther you're. likely 
not riding. I mean, NTX is not Chicago or Boston, so what would be the point. 
Most winter precipitation in Dallas is cold rain or sleet in a region infamous 
for ice storms.

Anyways, Smartwool/other merino wool underlayers, soft-shell outer layer which 
is windproof, breathes well and is very water resistant. Adjust insulating 
mid-layer for the wind chill. REI has a nice cycling slack-like soft-shell made 
for commuting. Merino wool next-to-skin layers will not develop the body funk 
as do synthetics.

Other comments covered hat/gloves/neck gator/shoe-toe covers. I would also add 
a hi vis. helmet cover like Sugoi makes. Pearl Izumi Lobster glove/mitt is hard 
to beat for weatherproof warmth with dexterity.

Keep some chemical hand/toe warmers in your bag for those mid-day cold fronts. 
You can put a partially used hand warmer in a zip lock to stop the chemical 
reaction for later use. Cheap insurance for those days you don't have quite 
enough insulation!

Cheers, Bill in warmer, less windy Roswell, GA 

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Re: [RBW] Re: Up Your Vis Game

[Dave]

the lights on your betty foy look incredible! nicely done.

On Monday, December 4, 2017 at 8:07:05 PM UTC-8, Bicycle Belle Ding Ding! 
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> But not upside down. Here, I’ll try again: 
>

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Re: [RBW] Re: "Winter" clothing help

[Patrick Moore]

On little but useful piece of information for winter tops, especially if
you won't wear cycling specific tops, is to make sure that the sleeves are
long enough. I find that many wool pullovers, for example -- but the same
applies to the few ls button up shirts I've ridden in -- have sleeves that
may droop over your palms when you are standing up, but that pull back to
reveal 2" of wrist when your arms are extended in a riding position; and I
personally very much dislike bare, cold wrists.

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Re: [RBW] FS: 2 pair MUSA pants L

[Patrick Shea]

Hi Doug:

If you still want a pair, you can the funds via PayPal at this address.
I’ll mail’em out asap.

Cheers,
Patrick

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[RBW] Re: "Winter" clothing help

[RonaTD]

On Tuesday, December 5, 2017 at 12:02:53 PM UTC-6, Fred Craven wrote:
>
> \I'm in the Dallas area, so we really haven't had much cold yet, but I 
> would like to be able to ride comfortably in the 40s. I know that many of 
> you do that. I'm open for suggestions. 
>

Well, here in Wisconsin, that doesn't really count as cold :-)  In the 
40's, I ride to work (8-9 miles each way) in knickers (MUSA or Compass) 
over wool boxer briefs,  a light wool long-sleeve base layer up top, and a 
wind shell or a heavy wool or flannel shirt depending on the wind and 
precipitation. In the upper 40's I may or may not use my light weight wool 
helmet liner, but by the low 40's that's desired. Also in the high 40's I 
might still use light weigh wool gloves, but by the low 40's a heavier 
weight glove with wind blocking is better. I don't cover my face (light 
weight wool balaclava) until it gets to the mid 20's. I add light wool long 
underwear pants under the knickers when it gets to the 30's. When it gets 
below freezing I will wear heavier tights under the knickers, or go with 
light tights and full nylon pants (like MUSA or a nice old pair of Supplex 
pants from Performance about 30 years ago), depending on wind and 
precipitation. Footwear - suede bmx style sneakers with quarter height wool 
socks until it gets down to the low 40's or wet, then crew socks and low 
hiking shoes with eVent lining.

Everyone's milage varies a lot in this area. It definitely requires 
experimentation. Get a few key layering items and try combinations. You 
definitely don't need bike specific stuff. Flannel or wool shirts are 
fabulous for cool biking and go well with knickers or MUSA pants. Smartwool 
base layers are versatile and mine have been holding up very well over 
time. Ibex is having a closeout sale (sadly, but great opportunity to buy 
some things that will last a long time). I find most cycling specific outer 
wear ("rain gear") is way too warm until it gets to the 30's. Pit zips and 
a 2-way front zipper and rear ventilation help with that. I think my 
toughest find is a light weight, water repellent (not completely 
waterproof) outer shell for wind blocking and minor rain protection without 
over heating. The closest I have to that is an old Supplex wind shell from 
Performance, but it's a half zip front with no pit zips, and an odd 
"periwinkle" color that isn't ideal.

Ted Durant
Milwaukee, WI

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[RBW] Re: Supple tires and rim fit trouble

[RichS]

Brian, this thread may be exhausted but for what it’s worth I built up two sets 
of Sun rims this year. 26” Rhyno-Lite and 700c CR-18.

The Rhyno-Lites built up fine and I mounted Compass1.75s on them w/o much 
difficulty.

The 700s were a different story. Front wheel went together okay. The rear 
tested my patience.
I’ve built a number of wheels but this one was a real challenge. Finally got it 
correctly trued and tensioned but like you, mounting the tires (Paselas) was 
frustrating. Had to use levers and punctured one tube in the process.

So yes, I feel uneasy about getting a flat on the road. Hoping the tires will 
stretch enough to ease the pain.

Best,
Richard

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[RBW] Re: FS: Nitto Bullmoose Bar, $125

[allenmichael]

bump. This is still available.

On Monday, September 18, 2017 at 4:52:09 PM UTC-7, allenmichael wrote:
>
> Fillet Brazed. Bought this off the list and had lots of plans for it that 
> never materialized. It sat briefly on a Ram 650b conversion that didn't 
> stick.
>
> Because of the size, I would prefer a local Portland sale, but I'll ship 
> it as well.
>
> Price is net to me after shipping.
>
>
>

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[RBW] Re: Supple tires and rim fit trouble

[Eric Karnes]

Thanks for all the replies! As always, this group is super helpful.

I'll definitely bring the wheel to my mechanic as Bill recommends and see 
if he can get the tire on/off easily. If not, I may have to bite the bullet 
and go back to OpenPros or A719s. Which means getting my brand new wheels 
rebuilt, but...such is life.

Has anyone here run 44mm tires on OpenPros? I've often run 35mm knobbies on 
those rims, but haven't tried anything wider.

Eric

On Monday, December 4, 2017 at 11:24:52 AM UTC-5, Brian Campbell wrote:
>
> FWIW, I swore off using an SUN CR-18's after I ended up with 3 sets of 
> wheels built with the defective (slightly too large) rims. Getting any tire 
> on or off was chore. Roadside flats were a nightmare. 
>
> I once had a Nexus 8 Speed internal hubbed whee/tire l pick up a staple, 
> and go flat. I was commuting home from work, at night, in January, in a 36 
> degree "light rain".
>
> The incident forever changed my view CR18 rims and the "simplicity" of 
> internal hubs. I would bet serious $$$ its the rims. I only use Open Pro 
> rims now and have had no issue mounting any 700c tire event the dreaded 
> Challenge Parigi Roubaix.
>
> On Thursday, November 30, 2017 at 12:32:24 PM UTC-5, Eric Karnes wrote:
>>
>> Hi all-
>>
>> I have a question about the fit of supple tires and the way they fit on 
>> rims.
>>
>> I've had only two experience with very supple tires. Pari-motos on 
>> Velocity A-23s (650b) and most recently Compass Snoqualmie Passes on Sun 
>> C-18s (700c). Both tires are so tight to the rim they're very difficult to 
>> get off and damned near impossible to get back on. I recently changed a 
>> tube on the Squoqualmie Pass / C-18 wheels and it took me over 30 minutes 
>> to muscle the tire on the rim. Frankly, I don't want to ride the bike, 
>> because if I got a flat after dark, I honestly don't know if I'd be able to 
>> replace the tube/tire in the field. Now, I've changed many, many flats and 
>> have never had this issue with 'regular' tires (usually on OpenPro rims). 
>> It usually takes me under a minute to get a new tube and tire back on.
>>
>> So...is a normal experience for these super supple casing tires? Or is 
>> this a 'correlation not causation' situation and I've just been unlucky in 
>> my choice of the rims I paired them with? Any advice would be appreciated! 
>> Thanks guys!
>>
>> Eric
>>
>

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[RBW] Re: Bump: FS: Bleriot 55cm

[Danno]

Bike has been sold!  Thanks everyone for looking.

Dan
Richmond, VA

On Monday, December 4, 2017 at 3:36:59 PM UTC-5, Danno wrote:
>
> I have not received much interest in this bike so I'll try lowering the 
> price again.  I have it in my local Craigslist for $1,300.
>
> How about $1,200 and split the shipping?  Or make me an offer and I'll 
> consider it.  I'd rather not have to part it out or worse, go to eBay!
>
> Thanks,
>
> Dan in Richmond VA
>
> On Monday, November 27, 2017 at 2:40:27 PM UTC-5, Danno wrote:
>>
>> Price is lowered and sale expanded to the continental US
>>
>> $1,400 (includes shipping) for complete bike..
>>
>> As before, kindly reply off list if interested or if you have any 
>> questions.
>> Thank you.
>>
>> Dan
>> Richmond, VA
>>
>> On Monday, November 20, 2017 at 7:27:09 PM UTC-5, Danno wrote:
>>>
>>> Selling the Bleriot to make room in the stable for another bike yet to 
>>> be identified :).  Hoping I can sell it locally (Richmond VA) or regionally 
>>> (Virginia, DC, Maryland) so no shipping available as of now.  If I need to 
>>> later I will do a bump  to include shipping.  Here are the details and 
>>> photos:
>>>
>>> https://flic.kr/s/aHsk4hbiby  Frame is a Rivendell 55cm (center to top 
>>> of seat post lug) with a 55cm C-C top tube.  Standover height with Soma 
>>> B-line 650bx38 tires is 31.5 in.  Frame has a few from scratches from 
>>> normal use, mostly on the seatstay/chainstay area.  There is one "ding" in 
>>> the top tube that is hard to see and is documented in the photostream.  I 
>>> tried the recommended nail polish on a couple of spots but was not 
>>> satisfied with the results so I stopped.
>>>
>>> Price is $1,500
>>> Lots of nice components on this bike:
>>>
>>> - Phil Wood bottom bracket and rear hub
>>>
>>> - Paul Racer brakes
>>>
>>> - Shimano dynamo hub
>>>
>>> - Velo Orange Zeppelin fenders
>>>
>>> - Nitto seat post (S65), Nitto Technomic stem (120) and Nitto Noodle 
>>> handlebars
>>>
>>> - Velocity Synergy 32h rims
>>>
>>> - Soma B-line 650x38 tires (will include a set of used Fatty Rumpkins if 
>>> interested)
>>>
>>> - MKS Touring pedals
>>>
>>> - Sugino XD triple crank
>>>
>>> - Deore XT RD, Shimano Sora FD
>>>
>>> - Carradice saddle roll black (faded)
>>>
>>>
>>> * I plan to keep he Brooks saddle and the B light pictured.  Will 
>>> replace with a Selle Anatomica and a different B light with fewer lumens.
>>>
>>>
>>> Kindly reply off list with questions.  Thanks for looking!
>>>
>>>
>>> Dan in Richmond VA
>>>
>>

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[RBW] FS: 2 pair MUSA pants L

[Doug H.]

Sorry I see the colors.  

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[RBW] FS: 2 pair MUSA pants L

[Doug H.]

What colors? I’d like to buy one pair

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[RBW] FS: 2 pair MUSA pants L

[Patrick Shea]

Greetings:

I have 2 pair of size L MUSA pants, the newer ones w/o velcro and
olive/grayish. I have 4 pair, totally unnecessary.

As new, one has never been worn but I don't know which one that's how nice
they are.

$65 shipped for 1 pair;

$100 shipped for both.

Cheers,
Patrick Shea

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Re: [RBW] "Winter" clothing help

[Belopsky]

Lots of wool and breathable windproofing. 

I spoke with Patagonia about what they would recommend and picked up an R1 
fleece as well as a Storm Racer jacket (good for running for me as well)

Recently got these but have not taken them on a ride yet 
https://lakecycling.com/products/mxz-200?variant=44972936969

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Re: [RBW] "Winter" clothing help

[lum gim fong]

What works for me down into the 20'sF.:

Head (any mixture of these):
Wool skullcap
Wool balaklava
Wool cycling cap
Helmet (great wind blocker for me).
Sunglasses by day.
WalMart display clear plastic glasses at night.

Upper body:
Wool baselayer shirts.
J breatheable rain jacket (acts good as windshell so wind wont cut thru wool 
layers) It is very vented. Not perfect but works for me on long rides. Without 
it I can see redness on trunk where wind penetrated the wool. So the jacket has 
been great for me.

Hands:
Any gloves that work. Doesn't have to be cycling specific. But rubber on 
fingers helps grip brake levers.

Legs:
Wool baselayers.
Rivendell MUSA long pants.

Feet:
Leather Nike sneakers on flat pedals.
Wool socks.
I don't need two layers of socks until I get doen into the 20'sF.

Caveat:
After 30 miles in the cold my thighs and knees sometimes complain.
But sub-20 mile commutes and other riding I'm fine with any combo of layers 
with the above.
For distance riding I'd definitely use wool tights with Boure tights over top. 
Better for keeping legs warm so far on longer rides.

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[RBW] "Winter" clothing help

[Deacon Patrick]

Oh. I didn’t mention legs. I add fishnet longjohns below 10˚F, so figure you 
need’t do anything. But if you do, just adding the fishnet longjohns will have 
you set. I just let my legs get wet and dry. But I wear knickers and add knee 
socks and then ventile gators (wind and wet) as needed, so really it’s just 
thigh exposure I have.

With abandon,
Patrick

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Re: [RBW] "Winter" clothing help

[Patrick Moore]

Wool, wool, wool, and more wool, with for very cold weather some sort of
wind blocking garment; I have vests of varying weights and a cycling jacket
with zip off sleeves. But you could use a windbreaker, though I found
myself sweating a great deal as I rode -- which is why I like the zip off
arms.

Several thin layers are better than one thick layer; layers insulate
better, and you can add or remove to fine tune for comfort.

I rather like ss wool jerseys with wool arm warmers, but a ls wool jersey
over a base layer is nice, too.

Shoes: I use REI commodity wool socks in my cycling shoes; add plastic bags
over socks and under shoes if it's colder; add thin wool base layer socks
if colder; add shoe covers if colder still; have a pair of Lake boots for
coldest; but if you use regular shoes, all you need is a layer or 2 of wool
socks.

Head: I've got plenty of hair, so I need to protect just my ears: cycling
caps with flaps, or the inexpensive fake Peruvian wool or fake wool knit
caps with earflaps.

Gloves: DeFeet wool gloves down to 40 or so; then layer under a wind
breaking glove.

Your winter temps in Dallas can't be colder than ours in 5000 foot ABQ, NM,
so this ought to do you well.

On Tue, Dec 5, 2017 at 11:02 AM, Fred Craven  wrote:

> It's fast approaching winter I would like to keep riding to work. My
> problem is that I don't have any appropriate winter cycling clothing. 30
> years ago, I had some wool tights and jerseys, with layers that worked just
> fine.
>
> I can go "all cyclist" and get fancy winter cycling clothes on line or at
> a LBS (We have several good LBS' in our area); however, I would like to
> keep to the spirit of a stealth "Rivendell" look if at all possible.
> Currently I layer up with various regular daily clothing. I don't have
> proper face protection, and I don't have proper gloves...I don't have
> proper anything, really. The wind simply cuts through.
>
> I'm in the Dallas area, so we really haven't had much cold yet, but I
> would like to be able to ride comfortably in the 40s. I know that many of
> you do that. I'm open for suggestions.
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[RBW] "Winter" clothing help

[Deacon Patrick]

Fred,

40 and dry, easy. 40 and wet, challenging. It’s all about moisture management. 
In Colorado, when we have thunderstorms in spring, summer, and fall, temps 
easly are in the 40’s or 50’s with high humidity (90+%).

The key to either begins with the baselayer. Fishnet longjohns. 
https://www.brynjeusa.com

Depending on how warmblooded you are, on a dry day you may only need a thin 
shirt over that (I wear a medium weight cotton flannel shirt over mind for 
freezing up to 50’s.) No other layer required.

When wet, you have a choice. Dither and play with the synthetics trying to make 
them work and spending a lot discovering they do not, or pony up once for 
Ventile and/or Cotton Anlalogy from Hilltrek and be done with it. 
http://hilltrek.co.uk When wind or wet or both get added to the mix, it’s spot 
on what to wear as your outer layer. Breathes almost like a t-shirt, keeps wet 
out, so you get wet neither from your sweat nor from rain/sleet/snow.

Gloves, get the boiled wool gloves from here: 
https://www.sweaterchalet.com/dachstein-woolwear-boiled-wool-sweaters-mitts-socks-caps-gloves/
 and you’ll be fine down to 25 or so. They have a leather palmed one if you 
like. I just wear their mitten, no leather palm. Works great (15˚F on today’s 
ride, no overmit needed). Also, their 3-ply hat is brilliant for those 
conditions (4-ply is overkill by far). Socks too, but you may need larger shoes 
or you’ll just cut off your blood supply to your feet and be VERY cold and 
think the socks don’t work.) Or the hood on the jacket may be all you need.

Not light weight, but if you have to stop riding unexpectadly, you’ll be 
comfortable and warm. Play with the layering, how heavy an insulative layer (I 
switch to a sweater below 20˚F) and when to wear/not wear your ventile shell 
and you’re golden and toasty.

With abandon,
Patrick  

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[RBW] Re: Best Rack for a large saddlesack on a large frame?

[George Schick]

Another way to get around this problem is to use a Mark's mini-rack.  You 
can adjust its height to accommodate the saddlesack.  Then, if you feel 
that the bag overlaps the rack too much, you can make yourself a little 
platform out of 1/4" plywood.  I ride a 54cm frame so like Jay I have the 
opposite problem, but I didn't like the way the bag sagged over the sides 
of the rack.  Here's photos:






On Tuesday, November 28, 2017 at 8:13:05 PM UTC-6, Birdman wrote:
>
> Hey bunch,
>
> I'm building up a 65cm Double TT Atlantis (yay, dream bike!).  I'd like to 
> use a large saddlesack for short tours and wonder what rack support might 
> be best for a large frame.  I was planning to use a 33R large rear rack 
> before I decided on a saddlesack, but now I wonder how well it will work 
> with the large frame, my 95 pbh, and subsequent saddle height. From 
> pictures, it looks like the saddlesack will need to attach to the saddle 
> with a rack high enough and close enough to the seat tube to support the 
> bag.  Maybe there's more wiggle room and adjustability with the R14 rack?  
> Anyway, I thought I'd tap the collective wisdom here before calling Riv 
> HQ.  Any thoughts? Am I over thinking this?
>
> Isaac
>

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Re: [RBW] Re: Bartubes discontinued

[Shawn Granton]

Joe-

While Ortliebs are indeed great and waterproof, I'd disagree that you *have*
to go that route for 'hardcore rainy commute riding". Canvas still works
great and that's primarily what I use in these rainy Cascadian winters. If
the bartubes had a more significant flap, the water most likely wouldn't
get in. I have an Acorn handlebar bag that is similar to the bartube, but
has a big flap protecting the zipper. So far, no issues.

Shawn in Portland, wondering where the rain went


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On Tue, Dec 5, 2017 at 10:34 AM, Joe Bernard  wrote:

> Yes, water *resistant* would be the applicable term here, as the closure
> system on varying Sackvilles will effect how each repels water. For
> hardcore rainy commute riding, you'd need something like the stuff Ortlieb
> makes for those conditions.
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[RBW] Re: Bartubes discontinued

[Joe Bernard]

Yes, water *resistant* would be the applicable term here, as the closure system 
on varying Sackvilles will effect how each repels water. For hardcore rainy 
commute riding, you'd need something like the stuff Ortlieb makes for those 
conditions. 

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[RBW] Re: Bartubes discontinued

[Shawn Granton]

Regarding the waterproofness of the Bartube:
While it is true that the canvas is waterproof, the zipper isn't. And while 
there's a "lip" over the zipper, this lip disappears if you fill the tube 
up well enough, inviting the rain to get into the zipper pretty easily.

I had the Brand V version for a year or so and rode it in rainy Portland. 
The rain getting in through the zipper was the main reason I sold it.

yours,
Shawn

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[RBW] Re: Best Rack for a large saddlesack on a large frame?

[Jay in Tel Aviv]

Or a bagman quick release

On Thursday, November 30, 2017 at 6:23:59 PM UTC+2, Ty Graham wrote:
>
> Here’s my 64cm Atlantis with a Large Saddlesack. 
>
> https://flic.kr/p/YqJFNA 
>
> I had to get a seatpost that brought the eyelets back, a VO blah. I also 
> had to buy the longer (42cm?) struts for my Nitto. 
> https://www.rivbike.com/products/nitto-rack-hardware-42cm-straight-struts-pair-20077
>  
>
> It’s been a really solid setup, but it was a pain to get it dialed in. 
>
> Another trick is to use the VO saddlebag eyelets that attach to the rails. 
> That can get you a couple of cm of drop. 
>
> Ty Graham 
> Seattle 
>

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[RBW] "Winter" clothing help

[Fred Craven]

It's fast approaching winter I would like to keep riding to work. My 
problem is that I don't have any appropriate winter cycling clothing. 30 
years ago, I had some wool tights and jerseys, with layers that worked just 
fine.

I can go "all cyclist" and get fancy winter cycling clothes on line or at a 
LBS (We have several good LBS' in our area); however, I would like to keep 
to the spirit of a stealth "Rivendell" look if at all possible. Currently I 
layer up with various regular daily clothing. I don't have proper face 
protection, and I don't have proper gloves...I don't have proper anything, 
really. The wind simply cuts through.

I'm in the Dallas area, so we really haven't had much cold yet, but I would 
like to be able to ride comfortably in the 40s. I know that many of you do 
that. I'm open for suggestions. 

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[RBW] Re: Bartubes discontinued

[Ryan Fleming]

and just for grins I tried filling my cart with the new grey bar tube  and 
it maxed out at 10. All in the interests of research, of course

On Sunday, December 3, 2017 at 8:14:19 AM UTC-6, Bob B wrote:
>
> I just ordered an olive one from Riv yesterday morning. At that point 
> there were 6 left after mine. 
>

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[RBW] Re: Silver Shifter 2 project revived

[Joe Bernard]

I'm sorry, Jim. I know the Riv folks personally and have a reasonable idea of 
how precarious business is in today's 'Amazon economy', so I tend to take this 
type of thing personally. I'll try harder. 

Joe Bernard
Novato CA. 

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[RBW] Re: Silver Shifter 2 project revived

[Cyclofiend Jim]

As a tenet of this group, we've always allowed members to express opinions. 

If someone genuinely dislikes all the RBW designs, this probably isn't the 
group for them, of course. But not everyone has to think everything is 
awesome.

Nothing anyone makes is going to work for everyone, and if someone doesn't 
care for the item, and takes the time to explain why, that aids the 
discussion and may certainly cause folks to consider different 
perspectives.  That's a tenet of this group. We've always been open to 
others opinion and value that which is based in actual experience. 

"Yuck (because)" is the equivalent of "Awesome (because)".

It's the "because" which makes this group helpful rather than noisy.

What is not appropriate are personal comments. It never comes across well 
in print and raises everyone's hackles. There is no place for it in this 
group. 

If you disagree with someone's statement, make your counter-case clearly 
with courtesy.  That's also a tenet of this group.

Ok... taking off the admin hat and getting back to work this AM...

Thanks for reading - and of course contributing to the discussion.

- Jim

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[RBW] PSA: 56cm 650b Hunq in Puget Sound Area

[DarinM]

Link 
.
 
Not mine but I've seen the topic of these come up a bunch recently.


Darin in Washington

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Re: [RBW] Re: Front rack ID on this Atlantis?

[nathaniel nichols]

I rode the hi rider rack on my 56cm Toyo built Atlantis for like 2yrs, good 
rack, handled any size load i needed it to. Bike handled as good as a mid trail 
bike with heavy front load could handle. I still have it, its under my bed.

I rode it on two short tours, one from Sf to big sur and back, and once from sf 
to la. It was fitted with swift mini roll top panniers, and a basket zip tied 
to the platform, that's all I used, it worked great, that rack is really 
strong. I actually used it quite a bit when I got a delivery job too. It's 
pretty versatile when it comes to mounting on different bikes from what I 
remember. If you're in the bay and want to check it out lmk 

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[RBW] Re: FS: 60cm Sam Hillborne complete, a 54cm Rambouillet complete, and a 60cm Saluki frame/fork, w XTR/Schmidt dynamo 650b wheelset, & GB fenders

[Tom Tredway]

Shawn, If the Saluki is still for sale, I would like to buy it.  Thanks, 
Tom Tredway

On Thursday, November 23, 2017 at 1:28:19 AM UTC-6, Shwangnle wrote:
>
> Hi,
>
> I'm Shawn and its time to start selling some of my Rivendell bicycles, 
> bags, clothing, racks, and ephemera. 
>
> My sale starts here with these three lightly ridden bicycles: the full 
> specifications are available at the photo descriptions. 
>
> 60cm Saluki - 
> https://www.flickr.com/photos/33551746@N03/albums/72157658218913790   
> 54cm Rambouillet - 
> https://www.flickr.com/photos/33551746@N03/albums/72157658611636742
> 60cm Sam Hillbourne - 
> https://www.flickr.com/photos/33551746@N03/albums/72157685177639484
>
> All are in excellent condition with minimal signs of wear. You should be 
> able to see nearly everything in my photo albums, however, if you have any 
> specific questions feel free to ask either in the forum or in a private 
> message. All will be (are, to be specific) professionally packaged and 
> shipped via Bikeflights fully insured with a flat fee of $150 in the 
> continental US. 
>
> Pricing is as follows. Saluki $1800.  Rambouillet $1500.  Sam H. $1400.
>
> Thanks for looking and happy Thanksgiving to you and yours,
> Shawn
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[RBW] Re: Bartubes discontinued

[Ryan Fleming]

yeah velcro's not a problem. I have the old V-brand (holier than cow) 
version. Although I am not really a bag person, I was sorta thinking of 
another one of these but I also am thinking that I really like the revival 
of the banana bag so I might hold out for that when it lands

On Monday, December 4, 2017 at 5:30:40 PM UTC-6, Joe Bernard wrote:
>
> I wouldn't worry about the Velcro. I've taken these bags on and off many 
> many times with no issues. 

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[RBW] Re: Univega

['Mark in Beacon' via RBW Owners Bunch]

Well, yeah, probably technically at first glance not really in line. But 
lots of Rivendell lovers can't afford a Rivendell--or more than one 
Rivendell. And  the company is an influential designer and distributor of 
mixtes (and sorta mixtes), and it says in the "Rules" you don't have to 
have a Riv, just an interest in Riv designs, and many folks buy an old 
mixte for a hundred bucks then head to Rivendell dot com and load up the 
cart with goodies so they can turn that 70s/80s UniPeuNiFuturion into 
something resembling a Glorius or a BFoy or a Gomez or Wilbury or Cheviut. 
I vote if Doug buys it and promises to deck it out with Albatrosses and a 
basket and (red!) net purchased from Rivendell he can stay on the island. 
Mixtes rock.

On Tuesday, December 5, 2017 at 3:59:41 AM UTC-8, Dave Small wrote:
>
> No offense, but this doesn't strike me as an appropriate question for this 
> forum.  
>
> On Monday, December 4, 2017 at 11:48:30 AM UTC-5, Doug H. wrote:
>>
>> I’m thinking of buying this local off of Craigslist. Worth it? 
>>
>> https://athensga.craigslist.org/bik/d/univega-hybrid/6355043046.html
>
>

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[RBW] Re: FS/FT: Hub Area Rack & Hub Area Bags

[Jeff Lesperance]

rack and bags have sold

On Sun, Dec 3, 2017 at 9:13 PM, Jeff Lesperance 
wrote:

> (cross-posted to iBob)
>
> I'm in the process of trying to simplify my bike stable down to two bikes
> and associated racks and bags, which in this round of weeding has made my
> Hub Area Rack and Hub Area Bags surplus.
>
> The rack has been mounted on my Rosco Bubbe v.2 (which will soon find
> itself on the sale block) and has seen very few miles and nothing
> resembling abuse. I'm offering it for $135 shipped CONUS.
>
> The bags, olive fabric, have been mounted on the bike for about half of
> the few miles the bike has seen, though they do show some usage where I
> sewed a coffeeneuring patch on each flap and have since removed said
> patches. I also modified the bags by installing Ortleib mounting hardware
> on them because threading a strap and lashing and de-lashing the bags to
> the rack each time I want to use them, which was initially planned for
> daily commuting, was not tenable. The rails can easily be removed. I'm
> offering the bags for $115 shipped CONUS.
>
> Prices are negotiable and I will come up with some type of discount if you
> buy rack and bags together or if you're local to the DC metro area and we
> can meetup and avoid shipping.
>
> I'm interested in trading for bikepacking style bags, front, frame and
> saddle mounted if you have any of these in surplus.
>
> Pictures:
>
> https://photos.app.goo.gl/1mQ4PpigGdj2jwjl2
>
>
> -Jeff
> Silver Spring, MD
>

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[RBW] Re: Univega

[Dave Small]

No offense, but this doesn't strike me as an appropriate question for this 
forum.  

On Monday, December 4, 2017 at 11:48:30 AM UTC-5, Doug H. wrote:
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> I’m thinking of buying this local off of Craigslist. Worth it? 
>
> https://athensga.craigslist.org/bik/d/univega-hybrid/6355043046.html

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[RBW] WTB: 55cm Betty Foy or Cheviot... Also S

[Karl]

Anyone have a well used and scratched up Betty Foy or Cheviot Frame they 
would like to get rid of? Also, has anyone added couplers to a said frame? 
I am wanting to build a travel bike out of a step-through.

Thanks!

Karl

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[RBW] Re: Silver Shifter 2 project revived

[Garth]

That's the point Joe, none of us are choir boys, none of us are mister nice.

Yet we are, the Earth never stops rotating and the Sun ever rises, this Group 
rolls on  despite it ☺

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