[RBW] Re: Good bike to ride, after a war.

2010-10-05 Thread Paul
Beautiful pictures, the bike looks fabulous too. Curious what fenders those are? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send

[RBW] Re: Roadeo Ride, new pictures

2010-11-14 Thread Paul
Hmmm... definitely tempts me to place an order for one. I haven't even got my first Riv yet and I'm already plotting my second one! On Nov 14, 9:02 am, reynoldslugs be...@perrylaw.net wrote: Finally getting some Roadeo time in. http://www.flickr.com/photos/41563...@n06/sets/72157625377490164/

[RBW] Out of the box! (some Sam double top tube pics)

2010-12-07 Thread Paul
for packing it, Charlie for taking custody of it in Reno... Pics here, pardon my semi-nudity. http://www.flickr.com/photos/paulatwork/sets/72157625422498809/ The bike is everything I expected (which is helluva lot). I love I love I love. Paul -- You received this message because you

[RBW] Re: Out of the box! (some Sam double top tube pics)

2010-12-07 Thread Paul
stuff, one other for regular heavy duty stuff and one with VBreaks so I can tell them apart.  I bet you have fun and get a lot of use out of that bike. Regards, Ray On Dec 7, 2:36 am, Paul rawfoodcuis...@gmail.com wrote: Finally opened up the box and put the bike together. Many thanks

[RBW] Re: Out of the box! (some Sam double top tube pics)

2010-12-08 Thread Paul
Doug: They're Marathon Extremes. They're from Riv although they don't seem to have it on their site. 40 I think ? On Dec 8, 10:58 am, doug peterson dougpn...@cox.net wrote: Paul: I recognize Schwalbe on the tires but can't quite make out which model.  What size and model did you select

[RBW] Re: generator powered Christmas lights

2010-12-08 Thread Paul
Wicked idea! I've little knowledge of electrical work but would really dig doing this on my dynohub! Paul On Dec 9, 6:30 am, Bill Rhea billr...@yahoo.com wrote: Has anybody out there ever converted a string of Christmas lights for low voltage power, like that produced by a dynohub?  How cool

[RBW] Re: Two Hillbornes in the wild

2010-12-08 Thread Paul
Just measured the Extremes. They are 40.0 mm at 30 psi. The fenders are SKS P50s, fairly close fit. Mike: No leg bump! Paul -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu

[RBW] Paul racer M's

2010-04-26 Thread paul
These brakes work with 45mm fenders AND 32 tires. That's what I have on my Salsa Cassaroll, the proto machine for the proto brakes. I love these things. They keep on stopping in relation to lever force vs hitting a flexing point were the force just stays the same no matter how hard you pull. I am

[RBW] Re: Pletscher 'twin-legger' installation tips

2010-05-31 Thread Paul
I cut mine, having the bike lower made it a bit stabler on the stand with my panniers and saddlebag mounted. I also had to cut a little off the bolt as it was bottoming out even after adding some cloth padding. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW

[RBW] Long overdue

2009-12-02 Thread Paul
the bags from swinging from the bottom. Happy Trails, -Paul Ryda Sylvan Township, MI (just west of Chelsea) -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from

[RBW] Re: Long overdue

2009-12-03 Thread Paul
Yeah, its a Quickbeam. The handlebar bag started out as a wald medium basket that got crashed. Some wire cutters and additional metal and some bending resulted in a frame that then got covered with the fabric. Its pretty simple with just the main compartment and no dividers or pockets. The bike

[RBW] Re: Long overdue

2009-12-03 Thread Paul
Sorry, but no on bike shifting: 14 fixed rear 16/19 freewheel rear 28/34 up front Went alright for the most part, I've definitely been thinking about a shifter for doing my next tour though. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group.

Re: [RBW] Crash..

2010-02-10 Thread Paul
Glad to hear no serious injuries to you are the bike. I really like the pic of your bike backlit by the rising sun...very cool. Also the one of the country lane with the green grass on each side is very nice. Regards, Paul C Dallas, TX area - Original Message - From

[RBW] Re: 8-Speed Sturmey Archer Setup FS

2010-02-11 Thread Paul
You thinking about picking up the new S3X fixie three speed? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to

[RBW] Re: Desirable Braze-ons?

2010-02-21 Thread Paul
If you consistently run fenders a threaded eyelet in the bottom of the fork crown is nice, let's one take the fenders on and off without messing with anything mounted through the crown. Having threads at the chainstay bridge would also be nice. -- You received this message because you are

[RBW] Lovely Bicycle Blog

2010-02-26 Thread Paul
is a talented photographer and artist and has some great pics of bikes on her site. Regards, Paul C Dallas, TX area -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com

Re: [RBW] Lovely Bicycle Blog

2010-02-26 Thread Paul
James, I also find this list very polite one. No implying of otherwise was meant. My apologies for perhaps a poor choice of words. I was just trying to convey how a feminine perspective contrasted with a mostly male perspective adds some refreshing balance. Paul C Dallas, TX (Who always

Re: [RBW] Newbaum's bar tape review

2010-03-06 Thread Paul
Anyone know what color the maroon / burgundy tape will look like after a coat or two of shellac??? Thanks Paul C Dallas, TX area - Original Message - From: James Valiensi valie...@mac.com To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Sent: Friday, March 05, 2010 9:54 PM Subject: [RBW

[RBW] Re: New rack from Riv?

2009-01-29 Thread Paul
I'm curious, but couldn't follow, the part number in the link is for a bag and i couldn't see anything new to me. A little more help? --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to

[RBW] Re: Application for Twine Shellac Merit Badge

2009-02-11 Thread Paul
Is there a prize for catching the Dune reference? --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from

[RBW] Re: Has Anyone Tried OYB bags?

2009-02-20 Thread Paul
As for the topic of what to do with your money: the value of the currency is not going anywhere but down. I'd try to turn any excess cash into items of value. Maybe extra tires, bearing using parts, chains, cables. Hey why not go all the way and pick yourself up a good hatchet, oh and

[RBW] Re: What has it gots in its pocketsssssss?

2009-03-06 Thread Paul
I've never seen a piece of bike luggage more suited to diy. --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com To

[RBW] Re: This calls for a country bike!

2009-03-07 Thread Paul
Its definitely in a different category but I used to do these in grade school: http://www.michigantrails.org/michigander/ --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this

[RBW] Bombadil complete

2009-04-04 Thread Paul
have drops above the saddle. More pics to come. I'll wrap the bars sometime this week. I was between sizes...could have gone with a 60, but I don't really notice the tight standover clearance. Paul --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you

[RBW] Re: Bombadil complete

2009-04-04 Thread Paul
to hit some trails. Paul On Apr 4, 7:11 pm, Shaun Meehan meehan.sh...@gmail.com wrote: Looks great! I like your component choices. Did you go with thumb shifters on top of the drops? It's hard to see in the pictures. Do you go on any of the weekly rides at Hiawatha? I haven't as of yet but I

[RBW] Re: Bombadil complete

2009-04-04 Thread Paul
as heavy as the Karate Monkey, but it rides like a road bike. Love the thumbshifters, too. Shouldering the bike is interesting...there are multiple choices to be made :-0 Paul On Apr 4, 8:00 pm, J. Burkhalter burk...@yahoo.com wrote: Love the green!  Look forward to reading some ride reports

[RBW] Re: Bike waiting haiku

2009-04-23 Thread Paul
From base brown matter springs nature's late miracles morels and Quickbeams -Paul --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch

[RBW] Stock Orange Quickbeam Interior Rim Width?

2009-05-15 Thread Paul
Curious, but not enough to take a tire off this moment. --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe

[RBW] Re: Wide-brimmed Headwear

2009-06-02 Thread Paul
Don't forget that the Tilley has a lifetime warranty. And they really will replace it hassle free. The problem with the filson is that you can't wash it all that well, not so bad in the rainy winter, but funky in the summer sun. --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received

[RBW] Re: Association of Caffeinated Wheelmen store NOW OPEN.

2013-05-31 Thread Paul
Holy Cow! The are fantastic! Thanks. On Thursday, May 30, 2013 12:30:30 PM UTC-4, jinxed wrote: OK...it took me a bit to learn the ropes of setting up and running a store...but I think it's a go. Some additional items have been added and a concept tee if interest is there. I may tweak

[RBW] Re: Quickest bar tape goo removal chemical?

2013-06-17 Thread Paul
WD40 and some soft steel wool has worked for me in the past. Seems to clean most things off metal pretty well. On Sunday, June 16, 2013 11:14:23 PM UTC-4, Michael wrote: Anything just rips it right offa there? I am cleaning off a Noodle. -- You received this message because you are

[RBW] Re: Rivendell Rally Bay Area Edition.

2012-06-07 Thread Paul
I'd like to join in, meet you all and go for a ride. I'll probably bring a couple friends along. Pretty much any time/day is good for us. Overnight's work also. Paul On Jun 6, 1:18 pm, William tapebu...@gmail.com wrote: Manny My folks are coming into town, so I'm out.  That said, I think you

[RBW] Re: Rivendell Rally Bay Area Edition.

2012-06-09 Thread Paul
I'm planning on joining the ride after the signing and am throwing a vote in for Marin but am up for anything. I'll just be in the bay area for the summer, so a group ride will be great. Thanks for getting this together. Paul On Jun 8, 8:27 pm, Manuel Acosta manueljohnaco...@hotmail.com wrote

Re: [RBW] Re: New budget Riv in Summer 2013?

2012-09-06 Thread Paul
to take it, because it would be so identifiable. http://www.urbanvelo.org/issue32/p76-77.html Paul -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch

[RBW] Re: Bag questions: courier, backpack; Seagull strap system versus Timbuktu system.

2012-11-01 Thread Paul
sliding up my shoulder and on to my neck. Paul On Wednesday, October 31, 2012 2:29:34 PM UTC-4, Patrick Moore wrote: I traded a Carradice Bike Bureau for a very nice Seagull courier bag custom made for a listmember with whom I made the trade. It's a great bag that isn't too big

[RBW] Re: Lost? Let says extended exploring.

2012-11-06 Thread Paul
on the other side. No pics, so there's no proof. Paul On Tuesday, November 6, 2012 12:26:09 AM UTC-5, Manuel Acosta wrote: Last Friday on my commute home the ladyfriend calls me and I quote,Take your time we don't need to be there for a couple of hours. I took this as an excuse to take

[RBW] Re: Grant's New book! I spell a book signing event in new future?

2012-03-02 Thread Paul
and organized cache of fans) but it is something that is possible. Although, this may not be necessary at all. Just Ride is already number two on Amazon's Movers and Shakers list. http://www.amazon.com/gp/movers-and-shakers/books Awesome! Paul On Mar 2, 8:46 am, Scott G. sco...@primax.com wrote

Re: [RBW] Re: Okay I get it now.

2013-01-28 Thread Paul
that just rests against the head tube. That website has an entire category for these things: http://www.pets2bed.com/site/1405195/page/888771 Paul On Monday, January 28, 2013 11:40:45 AM UTC-5, Patrick Moore wrote: That's cute. Segue-ing violently: How have any of y'all carried ~ 8 lb

[RBW] Re: Opniel knives

2013-08-23 Thread Paul
One boat guy I know likes round tip knives because if the boat moves around while he's cutting something and he slips it won't stab him. Come to think of it, why do knives have pointy tips? On Wednesday, August 21, 2013 9:22:05 PM UTC-4, Deacon Patrick wrote: What's with the rounded tip

[RBW] Re: Advice on choosing a warm coat. Slight topic drift.

2013-10-22 Thread Paul
I have a really similar primaloft jacket from REI, size L. It packs down to about the size of 1.25 1L Nalgenes, and weighs basically nothing. I can wear it over just a t-shirt down to about 20F and still be too warm. I don't really put a jacket on until it's mid 50s though, so YMMV. Either way

Re: [RBW] Re: PDX Sunrise Coffee Club Tomorrow

2013-11-04 Thread Paul
That's a really nice looking setup. Do you just carry the trangia with fuel in it in a separate bag? And are you boiling the water in one kleen kanteen and then pouring it over the coffee in the H2Jo? Have you tried percolating with it? Paul On Sunday, November 3, 2013 6:34:11 PM UTC-5, Roger

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

2015-03-27 Thread Paul
they have done.  God bless and enable you to heal quickly.  Paul in Dallas -- 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

[RBW] New Winter Project: Another 650B conversion, thanks in part to you

2015-12-20 Thread Paul
riding it b4 too long after injuries are healed. Merry  Christmas and Happy holidays and New Year.  Paul in Dallas -- 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

Zip ties (WAS Re: [RBW] Re: Wald Basket??)

2016-06-07 Thread Paul
I have the large Wald basket from Rivbike tied to my rear rack with about a dozen of these  http://m.homedepot.com/p/VELCRO-brand-8-in-x-1-2-in-Reusable-Ties-50-Pack-90924/202261940 Paul in Dallas Original message From: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Date: 6

RE: Zip ties (WAS Re: [RBW] Re: Wald Basket??)

2016-06-07 Thread Paul
screw up. Paul in Dallas Original message From: Paul <truegol...@att.net> Date: 6/7/2016 10:27 AM (GMT-06:00) To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Subject: Zip ties (WAS Re: [RBW] Re: Wald Basket??) I have the large Wald basket from Rivbike tied to my rea

[RBW] Wet and sloppy grocery run!

2016-06-08 Thread Paul
Well, if there were pics of that adventure they could go in your albumen. Paul in DallasAdding to the groaners. -- 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

[RBW] Sometimes a photo is better than a descriptive subject line

2016-01-10 Thread Paul
Love hearing good news like this. I hope you continue to improve and have many great rides in the near future. Paul in Dallas -- 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] 26in wheelset recommendations (inexpensive WTB?)

2016-04-23 Thread Paul
These look like decent wheels at pretty good price. Safe pedaling,  Paul in Dallas http://harriscyclery.net/m/product/sun-26-559-mtb-wheel-set-brutal-beast-deore-rhyno-lite-32-spoke-1676.htm -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners

[RBW] Re: Susie 53 - 56 Sizing Help Please!

2020-09-09 Thread Paul
. Someone else emailed me directly and is doing the same for a 56 for me. I'll post the results for everyone to see, if it's of use! That’s probably all I need. Thank you On Wednesday, September 9, 2020 at 2:41:23 AM UTC-4 Hetchins52 wrote: > Paul, > > Still finishing

[RBW] Re: WTB Atlantis MIT 53cm Latest Version — Frame or Complete

2020-09-11 Thread Paul
Hello Rich, Thanks for your note and the great offer. I'm looking for a latest model 53cm Atlantis for specific reasons: the top tube is a bit longer than the 2018 version I have. :) So can't buy your frame, though a MUSA Atlantis would otherwise be awesome. Paul On Friday, September 11

[RBW] WTB Atlantis MIT 53cm Latest Version — Frame or Complete

2020-09-09 Thread Paul
Hello Everyone Just back from a 3-hour ride with my best friend Ryan, who fell in love with my Rivendell! We have a convert. Looking for a 53cm newest-version MIT Atlantis for him, if anyone would like to sell. Open to a frame alone or complete bike! Thanks!!! Paul -- You received

[RBW] Re: Susie 53 - 56 Sizing Help Please!

2020-09-09 Thread Paul
that the bike turns funny at all up front give how far that front wheel is out there in front of you? IT seems like a pretty slack angle! Sorry to see the orange skies! I live in Vermont but grew up in Berkeley, and get reports from my mom. Hope it clears up soon!! Best, Paul On Wednesday, September

[RBW] Susie 53 - 56 Sizing Help Please!

2020-09-08 Thread Paul
sense here. Thanks all!  Paul -- 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 view this discus

[RBW] Re: Susie 53 - 56 Sizing Help Please!

2020-09-08 Thread Paul
with 650B if the frame will fit me. Don't want to get the size wrong when I pre-order as the frames always sell out by the time the order arrives! Thanks Paul On Tuesday, September 8, 2020 at 8:14:04 PM UTC-4, Mark Roland wrote: > > Hi Paul. I have a 52 Clem L and I am waiting on a Susie

[RBW] Re: New Frame Day - Rivendell Mixte "Cargo" bike

2020-09-08 Thread Paul
Hi Laing, Just want to say — that frame is BEAUTIFUL and I love the rack up front. Can't wait to se this bike all finished. Awesome! Paul On Thursday, September 3, 2020 at 8:17:50 AM UTC-4, lconley wrote: > > Last March Grant had this frame on the Blahg and I knew that I had t

[RBW] Re: Susie 53 - 56 Sizing Help Please!

2020-09-10 Thread Paul
Hello Ash. This is so helpful. Thank you! On Thursday, September 10, 2020 at 8:27:02 AM UTC-4 Ash wrote: > Paul, > > As for your question on Susie's turning characteristics given how far out > the front wheel is, I have not noticed any problem. Generally it feels so > stable,

[RBW] FS: Frame - Susie W. Longbolts / Wolbis Slugstone 53cm!

2020-10-09 Thread Paul
it up by you! Images attached, LMK if you've questions. :) Much love, Paul -- 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-owner

[RBW] WTB: Nitto Billie Bar

2020-08-23 Thread Paul
Does anyone have a Billie bar they'd like to sell? Happy to pay for it, or can trade a Bosco aluminum, Choco, or North Road bar for it! THANK YOU! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop

[RBW] Re: FS: Nitto Bars, Paul, Big Agnes, SRAM Eagle/Sunrace, Roadrunner Bag.

2020-08-25 Thread Paul
Will Ashe wrote: > The Bullmoose bars are available again. The thumb shifters are 9 speed. > > > On Friday, May 29, 2020 at 9:32:27 AM UTC-5, Will Ashe wrote: >> >> >> The Bullmoose bars and Paul levers have been claimed. The remaining items >> are listed be

[RBW] Re: WTB/WTT: Billie Bar

2020-08-25 Thread Paul
Hello Reid, I realize this is an old thread, but do you still have a Bille bar for sale? trying to hunt one down and RBW is out. (Google won't let me direct message for some reason, not sure why, so posting here.) Thx Paul On Monday, April 20, 2020 at 9:20:03 AM UTC-4 Reid Echols wrote

[RBW] Re: Hot Waxing Chains

2020-08-19 Thread Paul
quiet and drivetrain happy. And the lube was only $25. Best, Paul On Thursday, May 28, 2020 at 7:18:22 PM UTC-4, Michael Hechmer wrote: > > Greetings, one and all. It has been a long time, at least a few years, > since my last post and I am just assuming my membership is sti

Re: [RBW] Re: Hot Waxing Chains

2020-08-19 Thread Paul
Hello Jack. No idea if Smoov is better than what you do — may not given the deep cleaning you do. But it is simpler and easier (so far). It'll take another month or two before I can really say! It gets cold and muddy here in VT, which should be a good test. Best. Paul On Wednesday, August

Re: [RBW] Re: Joe's Custom

2020-08-14 Thread Paul
What a bike! On Friday, August 14, 2020 at 4:27:51 PM UTC-4 Joe Bernard wrote: > Btw I know the cable loops are way long at the front. This is room for if > I ever run a bag there, plus I like that the cables don't pull tight on all > that pretty paint. I got reasons! -- You received this

Re: [RBW] Re: Bluelug/Nitto Losco Bar

2020-09-22 Thread Paul
Hey y'all. I have one on my Atlantis. It's beautiful and more or less the same as a tall Losco except not tall! On Monday, September 21, 2020 at 9:18:00 PM UTC-4 Flowerfang wrote: > I can hardly wait ! > > > On Mon, Sep 21, 2020 at 5:49 PM Joe Bernard wrote: > >> Hi Roberta and Kim the

[RBW] Re: Platypus: First Look

2020-09-30 Thread Paul
Hey all. How do we order one of these? Just don't see them on the Riv site! Just curious. My daughter might love one. Paul On Wednesday, September 30, 2020 at 10:03:51 AM UTC-4 Tom Wyland wrote: > The color looks great - the red equivalent of the new HH gold color. I > guess I'l

Re: [RBW] Re: My New Atlantis

2020-07-15 Thread Paul
l my back but stretching out here is fine and I > like how it feels in the curvy part of the bar. > > > On Wed, Jul 15, 2020 at 12:25 PM Clark Fitzgerald > wrote: > >> Those Paul levers are beautiful! If you want even more hand positions try >> wrapping the whole bar

[RBW] WTB: Sam Hillborne 55cm or AHH 54.5 !!

2020-07-22 Thread Paul
ame & fork only, but will consider buying a whole bike. Would love a BLACK Sam H but know that's a long shot! Thank you!  Paul -- 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] Re: Not even a fistfull of seatpost!

2020-07-29 Thread Paul
Hello Patrick, Thanks for posting. This is awesome! My 11-year-old daughter is looking over my shoulder and she agrees. The root of the word "amateur" is "love" in latin. An amateur is someone who does something out of love. It's sad that a professional somehow earns more respected in our

Re: [RBW] Re: Hot Waxing Chains

2020-07-29 Thread Paul
. I've ridden belt drive bikes exclusively for the last 12 years, until I bought an Atlantis recently and my life changed. The one nice thing about belts is you just hose off the bike now and then. Paul On Wednesday, July 29, 2020 at 3:33:00 PM UTC-4 Deacon Patrick wrote: > Put on

[RBW] Re: New Homer Sizing & Standover

2020-08-03 Thread Paul
 Roberta. I'll definitely do that when I can make it down there!!! On Sunday, August 2, 2020 at 9:08:38 PM UTC-4 Roberta wrote: > If you ever change your mind, I’m in N. NJ every month, off I-287. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch"

[RBW] Re: New Homer Sizing & Standover

2020-08-01 Thread Paul
a kind of poetry. Paul On Saturday, August 1, 2020 at 6:08:21 PM UTC-4, Matt Beecher wrote: > > Ugh, I hate autocorrect. -- 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

[RBW] Re: New Homer Sizing & Standover

2020-08-01 Thread Paul
, ☆ Paul ☆ wrote: > > Hi Joe. > > You're right, I just checked and the top tube is only a CM. Smaller size > would definitely be better. 54.5 much better. > > Thanks Joe. > > On Saturday, August 1, 2020 at 7:16:55 PM UTC-4, Joe Bernard wrote: >> >> You're right

[RBW] Re: New Homer Sizing & Standover

2020-08-01 Thread Paul
Hi Joe. You're right, I just checked and the top tube is only a CM. Smaller size would definitely be better. 54.5 much better. Thanks Joe. On Saturday, August 1, 2020 at 7:16:55 PM UTC-4, Joe Bernard wrote: > > You're right in the middle of the recommended PBH's for the 54.5 and 58 > Homers.

[RBW] New Homer Sizing & Standover

2020-08-01 Thread Paul
I apologize if this has been covered elsewhere, but I'm searching the forums and can't find an answer. I have an 85.5cm PBH and am 5'11". According to the new Rivendell PBH chart, I should ride a 58cm New Homer MIT with 650B wheels. But the geometry chart also says that bike has an 85.3cm

[RBW] Re: New Homer Sizing & Standover

2020-08-01 Thread Paul
and Rivendell, and am still discovering the variations in model years. On Saturday, August 1, 2020 at 1:07:17 PM UTC-4, Steve Cole wrote: > > Paul, > > I think Will and the staff at RBW is now answering the phone again -- not > sure about Saturdays. You may want to discuss your sizing

[RBW] Re: Upgrade to Sam Hillborne from a Surly Corss-Check?

2020-08-12 Thread Paul
Jeffrey, If you are interested I have a 56cm Sam Hillborne twin-top-tube frame/fork set I'm eventually going to get around to selling. Also have most of the parts to build it up into a finished bicycle. You probably need a 34cm PBH to fit on this frame, if it's of interest. Best, Paul

Re: [RBW] Re: Hot Waxing Chains

2020-07-31 Thread Paul
Hi Corwin I'm going to try to find a link to that. Or just write Paul, he's pretty responsive. :) Never using lube would be the holy grail for me. I hate the gunk. On Friday, July 31, 2020 at 1:08:06 AM UTC-4 Corwin wrote: > Hi Paul - > > If you want to find out about ridin

[RBW] Re: New Homer Sizing & Standover

2020-08-02 Thread Paul
Hello Roberta. That is super kind of you. I'm in Vermont, so too far for a commute (and I'd have to quarentine on the way home) :0|= Maybe when the world rights itself Thank you so much for offering!! Paul On Saturday, August 1, 2020 at 10:27:27 PM UTC-4, Roberta wrote: > > Where a

Re: [RBW] Re: Upgrade to Sam Hillborne from a Surly Corss-Check?

2020-08-12 Thread Paul
20, at 1:19 PM, Mark Roland > wrote: > >  > If a 34cm PBH is needed to fit this bicycle, you may want to try asking at > the little boys and girls table. Unless maybe you were actually thinking > 84cm? > > On Wednesday, August 12, 2020 at 11:38:41 AM UTC-4, ☆ Paul ☆ wrote

Re: [RBW] Re: Hot Waxing Chains

2020-08-06 Thread Paul
ddles and general airborne contamination. If they don’t clock up many miles, you will get a very long run out of the msw the smoove lubed chains indeed." Hope this helps, I'll report back. I may buy one of his cleaned chains and try that out if this doesn't work! Paul On Wednesday

[RBW] Re: My New Atlantis

2020-07-13 Thread Paul
Thanks Ann. Already am... it doesn't look so clean any more. Testing some lower bars this week + fenders + this really rad Schindelhauer rack I found in Germany: https://www.schindelhauerbikes.com/en/Accessories/Front-Pannier-Rack.html On Monday, July 13, 2020 at 1:01:20 PM UTC-4 Ann L wrote:

[RBW] Re: My New Atlantis

2020-07-13 Thread Paul
Thank you Steve. Were they all American made before this? Taiwan makes some amazing bikes. On Monday, July 13, 2020 at 11:26:39 AM UTC-4 Steve Cole wrote: > MIT = Made in Taiwan > > > On Monday, July 13, 2020 at 10:46:18 AM UTC-4, ☆ Paul ☆ wrote: >> >> Hello E

Re: [RBW] Re: My New Atlantis

2020-07-13 Thread Paul
. XO Paul On Monday, July 13, 2020 at 1:10:44 PM UTC-4 jamesj...@gmail.com wrote: > Paul, > > Wonderful build, my friend. > > Atlantis-es been built in Japan by Toyo in the early 2000s and then by > Waterford in the US until a few years ago when Riv offered up a MIT > ver

[RBW] Re: My New Atlantis

2020-07-13 Thread Paul
mountain biking crazy rough terrain. You can get it from Soma. Paul On Monday, July 13, 2020 at 4:48:57 PM UTC-4 dougP wrote: > Paul: > > BTW, the 1 x 10 is not unusual. If it does what you need done, it's right > for you. Long ago, Grant said something to the effect that

[RBW] Re: My New Atlantis

2020-07-13 Thread Paul
heels, too hard to get moving at a stoplight.  That's a 120mm long nitto stem on there right now! On Monday, July 13, 2020 at 5:46:04 PM UTC-4 Joel Stern wrote: > Paul, is that a 52 or 54? I am curious about your PBH and what size you > went for, and it looks like the top of the st

[RBW] Re: My New Atlantis

2020-07-13 Thread Paul
PS: I'll repost pics with the new handlebars and fenders when they arrive. The Billie bars work better for me on this bike. On Monday, July 13, 2020 at 6:14:21 PM UTC-4 ☆ Paul ☆ wrote: > Hi Joel. > > It's a 53cm, actually. > > I'm 5' 11" with a 34-ish PBH (longer torso).

[RBW] Re: My New Atlantis

2020-07-14 Thread Paul
Hi Doug. I'm pretty set up with bikes for the moment, but I'm trying to sort out if an older (horizontal top-tube) 56cm Atlantis will fit my friend, who is 5'10-ish. P On Tuesday, July 14, 2020 at 12:45:01 AM UTC-4 dougP wrote: > Paul: > > Thanks for the chainguard info.

[RBW] Re: Leather saddle recommendation for upright Sam H?

2020-06-15 Thread Paul
Hi John. How long did it take to break in the Vars? Does it get flexible over time like a B17 does? Paul On Friday, June 12, 2020 at 12:10:58 PM UTC-4, John Phillips wrote: > > Maybe take a look at the Ergon ST Core Prime? I have friends who like > these one their errand/ur

[RBW] Re: Gus is a sit-up guy and his neck flows like a swan now

2020-06-15 Thread Paul
Hello Patrick, Bike and photos looks amazing. Gus has a Threadless headset? What hard piece of wood saddle do you have on there? And where are you anyway? Looks beautiful. Paul -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch&q

[RBW] My New Old Sam Hillborne TT!

2020-07-22 Thread Paul
Ha! Yes, I have a wholesale account, so I build up nice bicycles now and then for charity, and it sort of doubles the value of my giving since the bikes usually raise a lot of money. Also neighborhood kids help build the bikes and they learn, too. ❤️❤️❤️ -- You received this message

[RBW] Re: My New Old Sam Hillborne TT!

2020-07-25 Thread Paul
Hello Jason. Actually the frame came 27.2. Is that not normal? I bought it used, however so it is possible someone else did it!! -- 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: My New Atlantis

2020-07-17 Thread Paul
Thank you Terry. Yes, seems to mean it's a Taiwan version. :) On Friday, July 17, 2020 at 12:18:44 PM UTC-4 Ian Terry wrote: > Gorgeous build, Paul! Really, top notch. > > I can't say it with 100% confidence, but I think MIT stands for "Made in > Taiwan." > >

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: Rivendell Protovelo Bleriot S 57cm

2020-07-17 Thread Paul
Ted, maybe I missed it in your post, but where did you get the S couplers added? I'd love to do that to a bicycle of mine, just don't know where is good to go! Thank you! Paul On Friday, July 17, 2020 at 12:45:13 PM UTC-4 Brendan Willard in SF wrote: > I’m truly sad to have missed

Re: [RBW] Re: Can you safely convert a 126/130 hub to 135?

2020-07-28 Thread Paul
Joel: I just converted an old White Industries MI5 hub from 130 to 135 so it'd fit on my Atlantis. White gave me a little end cap that I screwed in on the non-drive side. It took about 3 minutes! Then I had to relish my wheels (or else it wasn't centered)! On Tuesday, July 28, 2020 at

Re: [RBW] Appaloosa & Atlantis Toe Overlap

2020-07-28 Thread Paul
even on sketchy sandy surfaces. Note that I don't do > technical singletrack on any bike with TO/TCO. > > There was TO on my Ram, too even before I added fenders. > > All this FWIW. > > On Tue, Jul 28, 2020 at 6:01 AM ☆ Paul ☆ wrote: > >> Hello All. >> >&g

Re: [RBW] Re: Can you safely convert a 126/130 hub to 135?

2020-07-28 Thread Paul
PS: I mean "re-dish" my wheels, not "relish". Relishing my wheels would have been awkward in that the pickles and whatnot would have got stuck in the drivetrain. On Tuesday, July 28, 2020 at 10:35:50 AM UTC-4 ☆ Paul ☆ wrote: > Joel: > > I just converted an old

[RBW] Appaloosa & Atlantis Toe Overlap

2020-07-28 Thread Paul
Hello All. Does anyone have toe overlap issues on a Joe Appaloosa with fat 50-ish tires and fenders? How about the first run MIT 650B Atlantis? I have big Sneakers (13) but am not terribly tall (5’11) and find overlap to be an issue on my 700c Homer with 40c tires and fenders. The tips of all

[RBW] Re: Appaloosa & Atlantis Toe Overlap

2020-07-28 Thread Paul
tries=5a1e69902a0c030014708cac,5e308654dcfe4e001737cc7c > > -Dave > > On Tuesday, July 28, 2020 at 8:01:37 AM UTC-4, ☆ Paul ☆ wrote: >> >> Hello All. >> >> Does anyone have toe overlap issues on a Joe Appaloosa with fat 50-ish >> tires and fenders? >> Ho

[RBW] Re: Appaloosa & Atlantis Toe Overlap

2020-07-28 Thread Paul
issue as yours for me, too. Actually the specs are identical except the TT is a smidge lower. Atlantis is way out there! Best. Paul On Tuesday, July 28, 2020 at 11:55:16 AM UTC-4 Bill Lindsay wrote: > Paul > > I had a 55 first run Appaloosa. The only major shortcoming of the 55 &g

[RBW] Re: Help me figure out how many bikes I need, and how to configure them

2010-12-17 Thread Paul Yeoh
My vote goes to custom stem for the fisher to make it your kid hauler trail bike. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send

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