Re: [RBW] Northern Hemisphere Summer Riding Photos 2023

gt; Best / Jock > > On Thu, Jun 1, 2023 at 8:10 AM 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch > <mailto:rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com>> wrote: >> Now I know what “discalced” means! >> >> --Eric Norris >> campyonly...@me.com <mailto:campyonly...@me.com&g

Re: [RBW] Lightweight chi-chi saddlebag of about 9 liters / 61 ci

I have a Loyal rando bag on one of my Alex Singers. Very nice quality on par with the pricier French bag I have on another bike. I like Loyal’s closures, which are easier to use than the fiddly ones on my French bag. --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com Insta: @CampyOnlyGuy YouTube:

Re: [RBW] WTB: Roly Poly Tires

t, May 20, 2023 at 8:27 PM 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch > <mailto:rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com>> wrote: >> Anybody have some new or new-ish Roly Poly tires in 700x28 that you don’t >> need? >> >> --Eric Norris >> campyonly...@me.com &

Re: [RBW] WTB: Roly Poly Tires

I was going to ask what the difference is. –Eric N > On May 20, 2023, at 6:02 PM, mikel66...@juno.com wrote: > > those are ruffy tuffy not roly poly..i seem to recall a difference > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups > "RBW Owners Bunch"

[RBW] WTB: Roly Poly Tires

Anybody have some new or new-ish Roly Poly tires in 700x28 that you don’t need? --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com Insta: @CampyOnlyGuy YouTube: YouTube.com/CampyOnlyGuy -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from

Re: [RBW] Best Riv Rando Bike

I’ve never owned one, but I’ve always thought the Rambouillet would do well as a Rando bike. –Eric NOn Jul 25, 2023, at 5:55 PM, Dick Combs wrote:Looking for thoughts/opinions on best Riv model for randonneuring. Thanks -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google

Re: [RBW] Best Riv Rando Bike

I’m a bit of on outlier, but I completed PBP in 2007 on my Quickbeam, which was set up at the time as a fixed gear (since converted to a three-speed IGH). The Quickbeam is pretty comfortable for long rides, and easily accommodates fenders and wide-ish tires. --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com

Re: [RBW] Using Your Rivendell Vs. Being Precious: A Spectrum

And that Motobecane is still seeing regular service here in NorCal, now as a rendered three-speed. Still a great bike—Patrick didn’t mention the full Reynolds 531 tubeset and the old school Nervex lugs. Combined with classic French geometry, it makes for a very nice ride. --Eric Norris

[RBW] Fwd: [SFRandon] OT - recovered Rivendell Atlantis

Forwarding from another email list … --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com Insta: @CampyOnlyGuy YouTube: YouTube.com/CampyOnlyGuy > Begin forwarded message: > > From: Eric Larsen > Subject: [SFRandon] OT - recovered Rivendell Atlantis > Date: June 22, 2023 at 7:36:25 AM PDT > To: San Francisco

Re: [RBW] Plush old 531 steel frames (was being precious)

The mount I added to the Singer is this one: https://www.amazon.com/Elite-0123301-Clamps-Bottle-25mm-70mm/dp/B00OS6HKIM/ref=asc_df_B00OS6HKIM/?tag=hyprod-20=df0=241987970787==g=8490519446908074857c===1014208=pla-355337713622=1 Elite 0123301 VIP Cage Clamps Water Bottle Cage, 25mm-70mm, Black

Re: [RBW] Two wheelsets - Phil track, Son / Ultegra touring

Obviously, those tires need to be used before Labor Day. --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com Insta: @CampyOnlyGuy YouTube: YouTube.com/CampyOnlyGuy > On Jun 28, 2023, at 1:42 PM, Will Boericke wrote: > > Apologies for iBob crosspost, but need a home for these > > I have two wheelsets that need

[RBW] FS: Handlebar Bag for your Riv

Well, technically it will fit lots of bikes, but … I have a Velo Orange Mini Rando Bag that is in need of a new home. Switched to an Acorn Bag (sold to me by another list member). More info here: https://velo-orange.com/products/mini-rando-handlebar-bag?variant=14971542175793 Excellent

Re: [RBW] Plush old 531 steel frames (was being precious)

I’m not an expert, but I believe that most/all of the bikes from the Alex Singer shop were made with 531. My two Singers are. One is made of the more unusual “531 Professional” tubeset, which featured thinner walls for lighter weight than standard 531 tubing. 531 Professional is rumored to be

Re: [RBW] Has anyone tried Suntect UV shirts

YMMV, but I’ve personally never had trouble getting a sunburn on areas covered by clothing of any type, so I’m a little suspicious of “UV-protectant” clothing. Seems a bit of an oxymoron and more of a marketing device than an actual benefit of the clothing. --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com

Re: [RBW] San Francisco Randonneurs 200k ride report

The “Lazy Randonneur” perfectly captures my current level of ambition. --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com Insta: @CampyOnlyGuy YouTube: YouTube.com/CampyOnlyGuy > On Feb 12, 2024, at 1:32 PM, Brady Smith wrote: > > Lazy randonneuring is smart randonneuring. I have no qualms about going to >

Re: [RBW] Riv's new handlebar bag

My biggest issue with handlebar bags of this type is that most designs have a tendency to sway forward and back and rely on complicated (and, IMHO ugly) systems of cords or straps lashed to the frame or handlebars to prevent sway. I have a Velo Orange handlebar bag collecting dust in my closet

Re: [RBW] Grant's Mountain Today

That could be fun! Here’s another view, this time from the air:  --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com Insta: @CampyOnlyGuy YouTube: YouTube.com/CampyOnlyGuy > On Jan 13, 2024, at 6:33 AM, Bill Lindsay wrote: > > Nice shot Eric > > I was thinking about your shots these last couple of months

[RBW] Seattle to Portland 2024

I’m signed up for the annual Seattle to Portland ride this year—I’ll be celebrating retiring the week before the ride. I’ll be doing STP as a two-day ride, with an overnight stop in Centralia. Anybody else planning on being there? --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com Insta: @CampyOnlyGuy YouTube:

Re: [RBW] Advantages of triple drivetrains (VO post)

I have a triple on just one bike (Soma Saga). My main problem is that when I’m in the smallest chainring I am moving so slowly that it’s hard to stay upright. On the very steep inclines that necessitate the small cog, I find it easier to just get off and walk the bike up the hill (something we

[RBW] Grant's Mountain Today

Mt. Diablo, on a cold morning today, peeking out from under the clouds. Rain is coming tomorrow, but today was just cold and cloudy. Shot on film with a Pentax camera on Kodak film. Processed and scanned at home.  --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com Insta: @CampyOnlyGuy YouTube:

[RBW] WTB: Soma Supple Vitesse 700x28

Looking for one or more tires in decent condition. Got any that are new, new-ish, or lightly used? --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com Insta: @CampyOnlyGuy YouTube: YouTube.com/CampyOnlyGuy -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group.

Re: [RBW] Silver2 cranks!

The crack on Campy Record/Super Record spiders was the result of the very sharp edge at that location. A common fix back in the day was a few minutes’ work with a round file to take the edge off that part of the crankset. --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com Insta: @CampyOnlyGuy YouTube:

Re: [RBW] WTB: Fork Crown Headlight Bracket

Kim: Reading your email prompted me to try a Google image search of the French part, which turned up several places that sell them, including Berthoud Cycles. Interestingly (as you point out) they are all overseas. Anyway, I now have leads to track down! Thanks so much! --Eric Norris

Re: [RBW] WTB: Fork Crown Headlight Bracket

White wrote:Any chance this might work?On Thu, Feb 1, 2024 at 5:14 PM 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch <rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com> wrote:The bracket that has bravely held up the headlight on my Quickbeam finally gave up the ghost today. Does anybody have one like it rattling aroun

Re: [RBW] FS - Alex Singer LS wool jersey

PM sent. –Eric NOn Feb 24, 2024, at 9:00 AM, Patrick Moore wrote:Sheesh, I'm very tempted just for the front pockets, but someone just gave me a very nice LS wool jersey. Long ago I did have a retro-production Cycles Wolfe ss wool jersey with front pockets; I think Wolfe was an ancient Belgian

Re: [RBW] Stainless bottle/ cage recommendation

These have worked well for me. Adjustable fit to keep the bottle firmly in place. https://velo-orange.com/collections/cages/products/mojave-cage Mojave Water Bottle Cage velo-orange.com --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com Insta: @CampyOnlyGuy YouTube: YouTube.com/CampyOnlyGuy > On Feb 25,

[RBW] Re: Grant’s Mountain

Meant to say “Great” day! –Eric N > On Mar 8, 2024, at 1:12 PM, Eric Norris wrote: > > Grassy day today to be up on Grant’s Mountain(aka Mt Diablo). Unlimited > visibility in all directions. > > > –Eric N > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups

[RBW] WTB: Soma Supple Vitesse

Apparently, Soma has discontinued their Supple Vitesse tires. So … anybody have some 700x28 size that you can part with? Lightly used is OK (or new). Reply to me off-list: campyonly...@me.com Thanks! --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com Insta: @CampyOnlyGuy YouTube:

Re: [RBW] Re: Grant’s Mointain

It’s been a while since I’ve ridden up either, but as I recall Mt Hamilton is by far the longer climb, but Mt Diablo has steeper sections. The last bit to the top of Diablo is quite steep. –Eric NOn Apr 12, 2024, at 8:11 AM, George Schick wrote:For those of you living in the Bay Area, which is

[RBW] Grant's Mountain

Not taken today—I shot this in 2018 while flying home for a work trip to Southern California. Grant’s Mountain here looks more like Mt Doom than Mt Diablo.  >From the (perhaps) upcoming folio, 鬼山36景 (36 Views of Mt Diablo). --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com Insta: @CampyOnlyGuy YouTube:

Re: [RBW] Re: Grant’s Mointain

Mix is scary steep. Going downhill is nerve wracking, and requires frequent stops to cool off overheated brakes. –Eric NOn Apr 12, 2024, at 3:10 PM, Collin A wrote:We talking pavement or dirt?I think pavement the steepest/longest is out in vacaville - Mix Canyon Road is about 2500 ft in 5 miles

Re: [RBW] Cockpit bag/cup holder

This one: https://www.revelatedesigns.com/index.cfm/store.catalog/Cockpit/MountainFeedbag --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com Insta: @CampyOnlyGuy YouTube: YouTube.com/CampyOnlyGuy > On Apr 29, 2024, at 1:46 PM, James wrote: > > What is the best cockpit cup holder ya'll have explored and

Re: [RBW] Upright / Relaxed / Swept-Back - Style of Riding

Quick thought regarding drop bars in response to LuckTurnip: Almost all of my bikes have drop bars. I have one bike with Soma’s “Oxford” bars (a milder version of theAlbatross?) and a Brompton with a straight handlebar to which I added forward-facing grip extensions. On my bikes with drop

Re: [RBW] El Rio Grande

Here in the dead flat Sacramento Valley, we call wind a “simulated hill." --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com Insta: @CampyOnlyGuy YouTube: YouTube.com/CampyOnlyGuy > On May 9, 2024, at 2:43 PM, Bernard Duhon wrote: > > I feel your pain. The wind here has been steady 20 miles an hour off the

Re: [RBW] getting bugs off paint

Have you tried Goo Gone? There are also specific bug-removal products available at your local auto parts store, Walmart, etc. --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com Insta: @CampyOnlyGuy YouTube: YouTube.com/CampyOnlyGuy > On May 14, 2024, at 8:52 AM, Eric Floden wrote: > > Last summer, two

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