[RBW] Tonight's Ride Photo

2010-07-27 Thread Eric Norris
Taken from aboard my Quickbeam (aka The Quickbeam That Conquered France). http://www.flickr.com/photos/35176...@n03/4836538284/ --Eric campyonly...@me.com www.campyonly.com www.wheelsnorth.org -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch

[RBW] Yesterday's Ride Photos

2010-07-30 Thread Eric Norris
Once again from aboard my Quickbeam. This is the graffiti-strewn Stevenson Bridge outside of Davis. http://www.flickr.com/photos/35176...@n03/sets/72157624488424007/ --Eric Sent from my iPad -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch

Re: [RBW] Re: Bike tour From Santa Barbara to San Diego

2010-07-30 Thread Eric Norris
Amtrak's coastal trains require that your bike be in a box (which they will sell you for about $10). In the Capitol Corridor, you can roll the bike on and hang it from special hooks in the passenger cars. --Eric Sent from my iPad On Jul 30, 2010, at 9:47 AM, JoelMatthews joelmatth...@mac.com

[RBW] Daruma Bolt Question

2010-08-03 Thread Eric Norris
Wondering if anybody else has had this problem with the daruma fork crown bolt that comes with some Honjo fenders. Basically, the daruma includes a rubber washer that seals against the bottom of the fork crown; a metal fender washer sits between the rubber washer and the fender. After I

Re: [RBW] Re: Daruma Bolt Question

2010-08-03 Thread Eric Norris
That's very helpful! The photo helps a lot--I will reassemble it like that before it rains. --Eric Sent from my iPad On Aug 3, 2010, at 11:30 AM, John McMurry johnmcmu...@gmail.com wrote: On Aug 3, 2:01 pm, Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com wrote: Wondering if anybody else has had

[RBW] Today's Ride: Looking Up

2010-08-07 Thread Eric Norris
It had been way too long since I'd been out to Mormon Emigrant Trail, so I packed up the Riv Road this morning and headed for the mountains. An hour later, I was at Jenkinson Lake, ready to start the climb, which is basically about 28 miles of almost uninterrupted uphill. Nothing super steep,

Re: [RBW] mixed terrain fixed/ss above Boulder

2010-08-11 Thread Eric Norris
Very cool photos! --Eric campyonly...@me.com www.campyonly.com www.wheelsnorth.org On Aug 11, 2010, at 5:00 PM, J. Burkhalter wrote: Inspired by Mike's Larch Mountain ride and the recent SF fixed/ss ride, I decided to yank the Quickbeam out of commuting duty for a little fun in the mtns

Re: [RBW] New fender taillight

2010-08-12 Thread Eric Norris
I just ordered the Radbot 1000. I like bright taillights, and I also like the integral reflector. Should work great on brevets. —Eric On Aug 12, 2010, at 12:09 PM, Michael Mann velom...@gmail.com wrote: Looks promising. I have one of their Radbot 500's and it has proven to be a bright and

[RBW] UC Davis Bike Barn | Flickr - Photo Sharing!

2010-08-13 Thread Eric Norris
Not Riv World HQ, but a nice bike shop on the UC Davis campus. Just having fun with the iPhone again ... http://www.flickr.com/photos/35176...@n03/400981/ --Eric Sent from my iPad -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To

Re: [RBW] Re: Saddle experiment

2010-08-22 Thread Eric Norris
IMHO, the Sella Anatomica saddles have too much flex. I think the flex is higher on the saddles with cutouts. I much prefer a standard B17. --Eric Sent from my iPad On Aug 22, 2010, at 8:05 AM, MikeC mecinib...@sbcglobal.net wrote: I was just considering buying a Selle Anatomica instead of

[RBW] Re: Your Invitation to Be a Part of the 2010 Tahoe Epic

2010-08-22 Thread Eric Norris
when you all think you'll be up and around and maybe I can swing our gang saying a quick hello to your gang. Bon Route! -Jim P. On Sat, Aug 21, 2010 at 5:17 PM, Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com wrote: This is your invitation to spend the weekend of Sept 11 and 12 riding in the beautiful Sierra

[RBW] Seen From My Riv Road ....

2010-09-01 Thread Eric Norris
... on Sunday's ride. http://www.flickr.com/photos/35176...@n03/4946596415/in/set-72157624728273365/ --Eric campyonly...@me.com www.campyonly.com www.wheelsnorth.org -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group,

[RBW] Today's Riv Adventures

2010-09-02 Thread Eric Norris
Couple of places I visited today with my Riv: http://www.flickr.com/photos/35176...@n03/4952637569/in/set-72157624742960855/ --Eric campyonly...@me.com www.campyonly.com www.wheelsnorth.org -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group.

Re: [RBW] Re: wheel shipping

2010-09-05 Thread Eric Norris
Yes--Go to a UPS distribution facility if you can. I recall shipping a bulky package a few years ago from a UPS facility for a third of what a storefront location quoted me, even though the storefront insisted their price would be the same. --Eric Sent from my iPad On Sep 5, 2010, at 7:59

[RBW] Brake Lever Option

2010-09-06 Thread Eric Norris
Potential option for your M-bars that I saw on eBay: Browser URL: MAFAC Cyclotouriste randonneur brake levers set Download eBay Mobile -- 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] Tahoe Epic 2010 - a set on Flickr

2010-09-13 Thread Eric Norris
My Riv-enabled weekend ride: just a shade under 300 miles with 18,000 feet of climbing from Davis to Lake Tahoe and back, all aboard my Riv Road Standard: http://www.flickr.com/photos/35176...@n03/sets/72157624947289984/ Captions for the photos coming soon. --Eric campyonly...@me.com

Re: [RBW] Tahoe Epic 2010 - a set on Flickr

2010-09-13 Thread Eric Norris
Tahoe. Riding down the Sierra, I was forced to spend a lot of time on Highway 89. It's not a particularly pleasant road, so I was glad to take any opportunity that presented itself to ride a nicer parallel road. On Mon, Sep 13, 2010 at 1:20 PM, Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com wrote: My Riv

Re: [RBW] Tahoe Epic 2010 - a set on Flickr

2010-09-13 Thread Eric Norris
, Anne Paulson wrote: Really? You think Highway 50 is better than 89 to 88? I didn't much like 88 89 but I heard 50 is busier and also has no shoulder. On Mon, Sep 13, 2010 at 4:30 PM, Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com wrote: You are far more adventurous than us. Hwy 89 was actually

Re: [RBW] style central cutest couple.

2010-09-20 Thread Eric Norris
What, no pics of the cute girlfriend? What are they putting in the water there? A dozen pics of the bikes (nice though they might be) and none of the girl? --Eric Sent from my iPad On Sep 20, 2010, at 4:06 PM, jamison brosseau jamison.bross...@gmail.com wrote: the dude from my local

[RBW] Riv-Related Photos

2010-09-27 Thread Eric Norris
I took my Riv Road out for a little ride on Saturday--the Knoxville Double Century (204 miles, 12,000 feet of climbing, mid-90s temps).  I didn't get photos of them, but there were several other Rivendells on the ride, including an orange Ram and a very pretty Riv Road (with ... Gasp! ... a

Re: [RBW] my Rambouillet- some new pics

2010-09-27 Thread Eric Norris
Are those pedals a standard color, or did you add the green to the end plates? --Eric Color-Coordinated Bikes Go Faster Norris www.campyonly.com www.wheelsnorth.org On Sep 27, 2010, at 08:43 AM, Philip Williamson philip.william...@gmail.com wrote: I love the Cycles Gladiator cork spacer on

Re: [RBW] Honolulu Century Ride! (well half of it anyway)

2010-09-28 Thread Eric Norris
I did the Oahu Perimeter Ride some 17 years ago (are they still doing that ride)? I had never been on the island until the day before the ride, so it was an adventure just finding the start of the ride. What a beautiful way to see the entire island in a day. One memory from the ride was

Re: [RBW] Nitto Platrack

2010-09-30 Thread Eric Norris
Only $1? Where do you live ... I'll be there shortly. --Eric campyonly...@me.com www.campyonly.com www.wheelsnorth.org On Sep 30, 2010, at 4:39 PM, Montclair BobbyB wrote: Just received my Platrack from Rivendell today... I couldn't resist; I had to immediately install it, lashing a full

Re: [RBW] Re: Rivs and bags

2010-10-01 Thread Eric Norris
If I remember correctly, the folks at Hiawatha Cyclery who sold me a SON hub designed for a smaller wheel (which I built up with a 700c rim) told me that the difference was not the maximum power output but the minimum speed needed to reach that output. It's all based on German law, which

Re: [RBW] Lights again

2010-10-02 Thread Eric Norris
I have the Edeluxe and Cyo lights, and in my experience the Cyo does indeed put out the same light, equally well focused and aimed. Yes, it's in a plastic housing, but I think it goes well with some bikes (like my Pashley Guvnor: http://www.flickr.com/photos/35176...@n03/3626397321/) The Cyo

Re: [RBW] Re: Lights

2010-10-07 Thread Eric Norris
As another responder noted, you'll get light at a very low speed. Also keep in mind that when you're crawling uphill at a snail's pace your lights don't need to shine very far. Bigger issue fo me is how far the lights reach when riding at a normal pace, and in that regard LED lights (edeluxe

[RBW] Trip to One Speed, Sacramento - a set on Flickr

2010-10-10 Thread Eric Norris
Not much Riv content, although I *did* ride lugged steel on a Brooks saddle ... http://www.flickr.com/photos/35176...@n03/sets/72157625135772256/with/5068821545/ --Eric campyonly...@me.com www.campyonly.com www.wheelsnorth.org -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the

Re: [RBW] Lumotec IQ Cyo vs IQ Fly

2010-10-12 Thread Eric Norris
Not exactly the shots needed to show my install, but here are some photos of my QB: http://www.flickr.com/photos/35176...@n03/3977457933/in/set-72157622384321375/ http://www.flickr.com/photos/35176...@n03/3977452191/in/set-72157622384321375/ --Eric Sent from my iPad On Oct 12, 2010, at 8:12

Re: [RBW] Which brakes for simpleone?

2010-10-13 Thread Eric Norris
Just my two cents' worth ... Regarding the long slots on the QB's track ends--in my experience an idea that works somewhat better in theory than in practice. The angling of the slots to match the angle of the brake pads is brilliant, but I've found that significant changes in gearing (for

Re: [RBW] Re: Recommendations for front and rear lights to use with dyno hub

2010-10-19 Thread Eric Norris
I agree. I have the Radbot (as well as several SuperFlashes), and I would find it hard to justify the trouble of running wiring to a dynamo-powered light. Carry a couple of extra AAA batteries in your bag and you'll have more than enough light to carry you through PBP. --Eric N On Oct 19,

Re: [RBW] Re: Recommendations for front and rear lights to use with dyno hub

2010-10-19 Thread Eric Norris
True. Barring a catastrophic mechanical failure (e.g., hit by a bus), our LED lights will outlive us all. --Eric campyonly...@me.com www.campyonly.com www.wheelsnorth.org On Oct 19, 2010, at 2:41 PM, PATRICK MOORE wrote: This does not apply to current LED headlights. On Tue, Oct 19, 2010

Re: [RBW] Re: worlds collide part two

2010-10-20 Thread Eric Norris
I've never worn out a rear derailleur, although I have had to replace jockey pulleys. Classic Campagnolo derailleurs, with bronze bushings, will last for decades (I have a 1972 rear der that I'm still using). Modern indexed systems have less tolerance for wear and may not last as long, but

Re: [RBW] Re: Derailleur Cabling

2010-10-23 Thread Eric Norris
I agree. If you think about it, when's the last time you saw one of those plastic cable guides cut in two by the action of the cables? Your bottom bracket is made of much harder stuff--you could probably run bare cables for decades and not see any appreciable wear. —Eric N On Oct 23, 2010,

[RBW] Carradice Rain Cape FS $50

2010-10-25 Thread Eric Norris
Thought I would use this when I bought it from Beth in Portland last year, but I didn't. Now is *your* chance to own a genuine English rain cape. Excellent condition. Comes without the optional hood. http://www.flickr.com/photos/35176...@n03/4286289085/ $50 shipped to your door in the USA.

[RBW] Rain Cape Sold

2010-10-25 Thread Eric Norris
Thanks to all who expressed interest. --Eric N -- 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

Re: [RBW] Re: Winter Vacation

2010-10-29 Thread Eric Norris
My wife and I recently spent some time on Kauai ... and I brought my folding bike. Cycling there is nice, but not as varied as you might find on Oahu (where I have also ridden) and limited by the island's size. Kauai is smaller than Oahu, and the paved road system only goes about 3/4 of the

[RBW] RainBeam

2010-10-30 Thread Eric Norris
From today's ride near Davis, CA: http://www.flickr.com/photos/35176...@n03/5129645066/ --Eric campyonly...@me.com www.campyonly.com www.wheelsnorth.org -- 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] Fenders and Speed

2010-11-01 Thread Eric Norris
Any thoughts from other riders with fendered bikes about whether they make your bike slower? I've been riding my somewhat newly fendered Quickbeam lately, and it seems to be a little more sluggish than I remember it being in years past. --Eric N -- You received this message because you are

Re: [RBW] Re: Rivendell Custom

2010-11-02 Thread Eric Norris
Looks like you're having way too much fun for a 600K. Where are the nighttime shots? The bleary, sleep-deprived expressions? The extra-large coffees? --Eric N On Nov 2, 2010, at 2:20 PM, Jeff newbe...@mail.utexas.edu wrote: Okay, gang. I dug deep, found the funds and built the bike. I

[RBW] Post-Thanksgiving Ride

2010-11-03 Thread Eric Norris
If anyone on this list is interested in joining a small group of riders for a ride on the day after Thanksgiving, please email me off-list. We'll be riding from Davis to San Francisco via Napa, Petaluma, Marin County and Sausalito, then riding BART and Amtrak back to Davis. Or route last year

Re: [RBW] FS: Knog NERD Bike Computer - 12 function

2010-11-06 Thread Eric Norris
I have NERDs on two bikes. They're very nice, and those of us who wear reading glasses appreciate the very large numbers on the digital readout. --Eric N On Nov 6, 2010, at 10:27 AM, Johnny Alien johnnyal...@verizon.net wrote: I have a KNOG 12 function NERD bike computer. It is wireless and

[RBW] From Today's Ride

2010-11-06 Thread Eric Norris
Stopped to take this about midway through a 45-mile ride. Although not on a Riv, I was riding fillet brazed steel (fixed gear), sitting on leather, and wearing wool. http://www.flickr.com/photos/35176...@n03/5152358370/ --Eric campyonly...@me.com www.campyonly.com www.wheelsnorth.org --

Re: [RBW] What's your winter project?

2010-11-08 Thread Eric Norris
At the moment, I'm waiting for a old Campagnolo Rally derailleur, which will be paired with a new Grand Cru double crank (48/34 rings) from Velo Orange to give me a lower gear range on my 1980s-era Benotto. That's the only project on the horizon, other than trying to keep the cobwebs from

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: Knog NERD Bike Computer - 12 function

2010-11-11 Thread Eric Norris
Wish I needed a green one! On Nov 10, 2010, at 7:33 PM, Johnny Alien johnnyal...@verizon.net wrote: Really? No one? $40. Pretty cheap for a really nice and simple bike computer. On Nov 7, 5:13 pm, Johnny Alien johnnyal...@verizon.net wrote: Everyone that i talked to told me this was the

[RBW] Grand Cru Crankset

2010-11-11 Thread Eric Norris
My new Grand Cru double crankset (http://store.velo-orange.com/index.php/components/cranksets/cranks/grand-cru-110-fluted-double-crankset-34x48t.html) and matching bottom bracket arrived yesterday.  Very nicely made--as advertised, both the front and back of the crankarms are polished, and

[RBW] Post Thanksgiving Ride Update: The Route

2010-11-12 Thread Eric Norris
For everyone who expressed interest--and those on the fence--here's the route for the Post Thanksgiving Day Ride: http://www.bikeroutetoaster.com/Course.aspx?course=190350 We'll be flexible on the details on ride day, but this is the basic route. Anyone who has ridden a SFR brevet will

Re: [RBW] Re: Help with Serial Numbers

2010-11-13 Thread Eric Norris
I agree with Jim. Unless you plan to travel a *lot*, the cost of setting a bike up with SS couplers is very high, both in dollar and effort. When I traveled to France, I put my Quickbeam in a hardshell bike case (Air France didn't charge for bikes in '07, not sure if they do now), and when I

[RBW] Grand Cru Crankset Install

2010-11-13 Thread Eric Norris
As promised, photos from my installation of a Grand Cru double crankset: http://www.flickr.com/photos/35176...@n03/sets/72157625259220961/ Enjoy. --Eric campyonly...@me.com www.campyonly.com www.wheelsnorth.org -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW

[RBW] Misc Stuff FS

2010-11-14 Thread Eric Norris
A few items from the parts bin: Two pairs (enough for one bike) of Kool-Stop Thinline salmon brake pads with threaded mounts. You can see them here: http://www.sheldonbrown.com/harris/brakeshoes.html $18 includes shipping in the CONUS. Random headlight mounts for fork crown mounting. When I

[RBW] Misc Stuff FS

2010-11-15 Thread Eric Norris
Brake pads and derailleurs have been sold. Assortment of light mounts is still available. --Eric campyonly...@me.com www.campyonly.com www.wheelsnorth.org -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email

Re: [RBW] Misc Stuff FS

2010-11-15 Thread Eric Norris
, NM 87120. Many thanks. On Mon, Nov 15, 2010 at 11:04 AM, Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com wrote: I'll send any mount for $2. $12 for all of them. They're pretty cheap themselves, it was the shipping cost that encouraged me to order them all. --Eric N On Nov 15, 2010, at 10:01 AM

[RBW] WTB Nuovo Record Braze-On Front Der

2010-11-15 Thread Eric Norris
Anybody have one in their parts bin? Needs to be in nice condition, doesn't have to be perfect. Thanks in advance. --Eric N -- 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] Nitto Crystal Fellow Seatpost FS: $55

2010-11-16 Thread Eric Norris
Nitto one-bolt seat post in pretty good condition (see photos). 27.2 diameter. Minor scratching below the insertion line, and a portion of the anodized logo below the Nitto has come off. Photos here: http://www.flickr.com/photos/35176...@n03/sets/72157625401683816/ Read about it here:

Re: [RBW] Re: Birthday Day

2010-11-18 Thread Eric Norris
Nice photos, and looks like a great time. Without starting a long thread about value of helmets, I wonder why you *brought* them if you weren't going to *wear* them? Why not just leave them at home? --Eric N On Nov 18, 2010, at 11:02 AM, Phil Bickford phi...@sonic.net wrote: Happy Birthday

Re: [RBW] Re: Birthday Day

2010-11-18 Thread Eric Norris
. On Nov 18, 1:15 pm, Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com wrote: Nice photos, and looks like a great time. Without starting a long thread about value of helmets, I wonder why you *brought* them if you weren't going to *wear* them? Why not just leave them at home? --Eric N On Nov 18

Re: [RBW] Re: SimpleTwo?

2010-11-21 Thread Eric Norris
, 2010, at 3:01 PM, Will M wrote: I know there have been a number of successful Quickbeam internally- geared hub conversions discussed on this list. The one that inspired me most is by Eric Norris (post = http://bit.ly/9gyfnB; pics = http://www.flickr.com/photos/35176...@n03/4225472677

[RBW] Today's Quickbeam Ride

2010-11-21 Thread Eric Norris
A few shots from today's ride. The rain poured down last night here in NorCal, but today was bright and clear, perfect for riding. http://www.flickr.com/photos/35176...@n03/sets/72157625440932172/ --Eric campyonly...@me.com www.campyonly.com www.wheelsnorth.org -- You received this message

[RBW] Pt Reyes 11-2010 - a set on Flickr

2010-11-22 Thread Eric Norris
Today's ride on the Quickbeam: http://www.flickr.com/photos/35176...@n03/sets/72157625449202494/ --Eric N -- 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

Re: [RBW] Pt Reyes 11-2010 - a set on Flickr

2010-11-22 Thread Eric Norris
Thanks. The iPhone can take very nice photos when the conditions are right. And being in a scenery-rich environment doesn't hurt! --Eric N On Nov 22, 2010, at 4:23 PM, Steve Palincsar palin...@his.com wrote: On Mon, 2010-11-22 at 16:12 -0800, Eric Norris wrote: Today's ride on the Quickbeam

Re: [RBW] Pt Reyes 11-2010 - a set on Flickr

2010-11-22 Thread Eric Norris
I use an app called AutoStitch. I merges photos you have taken with the camera--it will even work with several rows to create a taller image. --Eric N On Nov 22, 2010, at 4:55 PM, Steve Palincsar palin...@his.com wrote: On Mon, 2010-11-22 at 16:41 -0800, Eric Norris wrote: Does it provide

Re: [RBW] Last Minute Decision to Ride the Headlands

2010-11-24 Thread Eric Norris
Nice photos! If you're in SF, you should ride out to meet us as we finish our Post Thanksgiving ride on Friday. Send me your number and I'll text you with an ETA in Sausalito. --Eric N On Nov 24, 2010, at 7:31 PM, Ray r.sh...@sbcglobal.net wrote: I was riding home from work on my

[RBW] Post Thanksgiving Ride 2010 - a set on Flickr

2010-11-27 Thread Eric Norris
This year's Post Thanksgiving Ride from Davis to SF was a great success. Small group this year (three riders left Davis in temps hovering around 29 degrees), but we made our connection with a tandem in Petaluma and with fellow RBWer Dion in San Gregorio (Dion was riding his beautiful Legloas,

[RBW] Paceline Thoughts | Flickr - Photo Sharing!

2010-11-28 Thread Eric Norris
Photo of me on my Riv ... with commentary. http://www.flickr.com/photos/35176...@n03/5214550337/ --Eric campyonly...@me.com www.campyonly.com www.wheelsnorth.org -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send

Re: [RBW] Re: Paceline Thoughts | Flickr - Photo Sharing!

2010-11-28 Thread Eric Norris
www.wheelsnorth.org On Nov 28, 2010, at 4:22 PM, Bill M. wrote: Putah Creek Road? On Nov 28, 9:40 am, Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com wrote: Photo of me on my Riv ... with commentary. http://www.flickr.com/photos/35176...@n03/5214550337/ --Eric campyonly...@me.comwww.campyonly.comwww.wheelsnorth.org

[RBW] Tonight's Quickbeam Ride

2010-12-03 Thread Eric Norris
Stopped by the historic Tremont Cemetery south of Davis and took some photos: http://www.flickr.com/photos/35176...@n03/sets/72157625523493890/ --Eric N -- 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] Quickbeam Ride 12-4-2010 - a set on Flickr

2010-12-04 Thread Eric Norris
Nothin' special, just a few shots from aboard the ol' Quickbeam: http://www.flickr.com/photos/35176...@n03/sets/72157625404816631/with/5232570093/ --Eric campyonly...@me.com www.campyonly.com www.wheelsnorth.org -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups

[RBW] Fwd: 12-5-2010 - a set on Flickr

2010-12-05 Thread Eric Norris
Today's Quickbeam ride: http://www.flickr.com/photos/35176...@n03/sets/72157625410743927/with/5235817828/ --Eric campyonly...@me.com www.campyonly.com www.wheelsnorth.org -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this

Re: [RBW] Re: San Diego Bike Rental

2010-12-07 Thread Eric Norris
Does Velo Cult rent bikes? --Eric N On Dec 7, 2010, at 7:44 PM, doug peterson dougpn...@cox.net wrote: +1 for Synaptic. The rentals are top of the line CF but think about it this way: sort of like renting a Corvette when you're on vacation. Do something different a bit out of character,

[RBW] Classic Friction Shifting

2010-12-07 Thread Eric Norris
Just arrived from an eBay seller in France: http://www.flickr.com/photos/35176...@n03/sets/72157625550425538/ Classic Italian friction shifting! This goes with the Velo Orange 48/34 cransket and a nice big 7s freewheel on one of my retro bikes (lugged steel Benotto). --Eric N -- You

Re: [RBW] Wheel Lights Pondering

2010-12-12 Thread Eric Norris
Lee Mitchell, a legendary sag driver who has logged countless hours behind cyclists of all kinds during the day and night, consistently recommends reflective ankle bands as the single most effective means of being visible. I trust that advice and always use them (in combination with a very

[RBW] 'Round the Mountain Ride 12-12-10 - a set on Flickr

2010-12-12 Thread Eric Norris
Today's wool/leather/lugged steel ride led us to the Napa County backcountry: http://www.flickr.com/photos/35176...@n03/sets/72157625459118305/with/5254975711/ --Eric campyonly...@me.com www.campyonly.com www.wheelsnorth.org -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the

Re: [RBW] Project Bike

2010-12-19 Thread Eric Norris
Two Dinotte taillights? You'll be blinding motorists left and right! --Eric campyonly...@me.com www.campyonly.com www.wheelsnorth.org On Dec 19, 2010, at 8:38 AM, Bob wrote: I thought I would share some snappies of an ongoing non-Rivendell cycle project (but built with quite a few

Re: [RBW] Re: Maps that show road type.. gravel

2010-12-20 Thread Eric Norris
USGS Quad Sheets will show dirt roads: http://viewer.nationalmap.gov/viewer/ In developing areas, the maps tend to be a little out of date, but if you're looking at the backcountry where things don't change much they can be very helpful. --Eric campyonly...@me.com www.campyonly.com

[RBW] Christmas Day Ride 2010 - a set on Flickr

2010-12-25 Thread Eric Norris
Raining here in NorCal today: http://www.flickr.com/photos/35176...@n03/sets/72157625671934450/with/5290947163/ --Eric campyonly...@me.com www.campyonly.com www.wheelsnorth.org -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to

Re: [RBW] Re: YouTube - Winter's Ride, 21-26-2010

2010-12-27 Thread Eric Norris
He is the antithesis of couth. --Eric N On Dec 27, 2010, at 8:19 AM, Montclair BobbyB montclairbob...@gmail.com wrote: I thought it was uncouth to ride white tires after Labor Day ... Don't tell your buddy... :) On Dec 26, 6:45 pm, Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com wrote: Playing around

[RBW] Great waxed canvas lunch tote from Artifact Bag...

2010-12-27 Thread Eric Norris
Thought this might be of interest ... Great waxed canvas lunch tote from Artifact Bag... NOTCOT.ORG | DECEMBER 27, 2010 http://pulsene.ws/B7hW Great waxed canvas lunch tote from Artifact Bag Co. -- Shared via Pulse, an awesome news reader for iPad, iPhone and Android. Check it out! --

[RBW] Tonight's Quickbeam Ride

2010-12-29 Thread Eric Norris
Still learning about video editing. Enjoy: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vJaofz2trvU --Eric campyonly...@me.com www.campyonly.com www.wheelsnorth.org -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to

Re: [RBW] Re: Tonight's Quickbeam Ride

2010-12-30 Thread Eric Norris
Thanks! I'll keep trying. --Eric N On Dec 29, 2010, at 10:07 PM, doug peterson dougpn...@cox.net wrote: Cooking with gas... ah, the subversive within emerges. The audio is an effective addition. Looking forward to more. dougP On Dec 29, 6:51 pm, Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com wrote

[RBW] Last Day of 2010 Ride - a set on Flickr

2010-12-31 Thread Eric Norris
Photos from today's lugged-steel-riding, wool-wearing, leather-saddled ride: http://www.flickr.com/photos/35176...@n03/sets/72157625717428078/ Watch this space for the premiere of the video ... coming soon! --Eric campyonly...@me.com www.campyonly.com www.wheelsnorth.org -- You received this

[RBW] WTB/WTT: Nitto Touring Cage

2011-01-01 Thread Eric Norris
One of mine broke yesterday. Anybody out there have one that you don't need? --Eric N -- 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,

[RBW] Last Ride of 2010: The Video

2011-01-02 Thread Eric Norris
Spent some time this morning listening to the rain, wondering whether I should ride, and putting together this video from Friday's ride. Enjoy. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z4S2xuNpgJgsns=em --Eric N -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners

Re: [RBW] Tires.... what to buy

2011-01-06 Thread Eric Norris
I'll also weigh in for the Paselas. I've used them for many epic rides, including PBP '07 (no flats in 765 miles). I've seen the 700x32 size for sale as low as $8 (annual sale at the UC Davis Bike Barn last year). --Eric N On Jan 6, 2011, at 7:40 AM, bicitourist ejro...@gmail.com wrote:

Re: [RBW] Re: Tires.... what to buy

2011-01-06 Thread Eric Norris
On Jan 6, 12:03 pm, Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com wrote: I'll also weigh in for the Paselas. I've used them for many epic rides, including PBP '07 (no flats in 765 miles). I've seen the 700x32 size for sale as low as $8 (annual sale at the UC Davis Bike Barn last year). --Eric N

Re: [RBW] Re: Tires.... what to buy

2011-01-06 Thread Eric Norris
...@gmail.com wrote: Eric (sorry for the tangent on the tires thread) You did PBP on a fixie? Did you ever use the other ring? Is PBP flat enough that you'd recommend it? How many fixies did you see at PBP '07? On Jan 6, 9:38 am, Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com wrote: Scroll down a bit and you

Re: [RBW] Re: Tires.... what to buy

2011-01-06 Thread Eric Norris
bead or kevlar? It seems from what I have found that all kevlar Paselas are TourGuard, but wire bead Paselas can be TG or non-TG. Just curious which you were riding. Thanks, Pete On Jan 6, 12:38 pm, Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com wrote: Scroll down a bit and you can see my Quickbeam

[RBW] Fwd: [DBC] North Face Cycling mens shoe tester(s)

2011-01-07 Thread Eric Norris
Sounds like something folks on this list might be interested in ... if you wear size 9 shoes. --Eric N Begin forwarded message: From: Lorne Sachs lasa...@ucdavis.edu Date: January 7, 2011 10:19:06 AM PST To: Davis Bike Club d...@dbclist.org Subject: [DBC] North Face Cycling mens shoe

[RBW] Electra Ticino Bottle Cage

2011-01-07 Thread Eric Norris
Some thoughts on this alternative to Nitto's R cage and a link to detailed photos are on my blog: http://campyonlyguy.blogspot.com/2011/01/stuff-were-using-electra-ticino-bottle.html --Eric campyonly...@me.com www.campyonly.com www.wheelsnorth.org -- You received this message because you are

[RBW] Today's Video

2011-01-08 Thread Eric Norris
Still playing around with iMovie and my new camera ... http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F6-MIPBosEg Ride was steel/leather/wool-equipped (including a canvas Baggins bag). --Eric campyonly...@me.com www.campyonly.com www.wheelsnorth.org -- You received this message because you are subscribed to

Re: [RBW] Today's Video

2011-01-09 Thread Eric Norris
, etc. RGZ On Sat, Jan 8, 2011 at 5:57 PM, Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com wrote: Still playing around with iMovie and my new camera ... http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F6-MIPBosEg Ride was steel/leather/wool-equipped (including a canvas Baggins bag). --Eric campyonly...@me.com

[RBW] Yesterday's Ride to the Dam

2011-01-10 Thread Eric Norris
Still playing with my new camera and iMovie: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8Ypd8A6gXGo --Eric campyonly...@me.com www.campyonly.com www.wheelsnorth.org -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to

Re: [RBW] Nitto Mark's Rack Hardware

2011-01-11 Thread Eric Norris
Our local Ace Hardware store has a very extensive supply of stainless hardware. When I mount a new accessory to a bike, I'll often head for Ace to find stainless fasteners to replace the standard steel ones that come stock (I hate rust). --Eric N On Jan 10, 2011, at 8:21 PM, CycloFiend

Re: [RBW] Re: Yesterday's Ride to the Dam

2011-01-11 Thread Eric Norris
monitoring all of the sounds your internal organs were making. I really like the editing. I have a Hero GoPro but have fooled around with it sparingly, but you have inspired further efforts, sir! On Mon, Jan 10, 2011 at 8:39 PM, Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com wrote: Still playing with my

Re: [RBW] Rivendell readers to Kindle

2011-01-12 Thread Eric Norris
If you're on a Mac, try opening it in Preview and then saving it (to a new location, like the desktop). I've tried that with PDFs that are difficult to read on other devices, and it often works. --Eric N On Jan 12, 2011, at 12:18 PM, ccanter clyde.can...@gmail.com wrote: I hope this is on

Re: [RBW] Splats Video

2011-01-14 Thread Eric Norris
Nice! I need to get to work on my next video! On Jan 14, 2011, at 7:20 AM, cyclofiend cyclofi...@earthlink.net wrote: Drizzly Thursday commute and a quick bit o' editing... http://www.flickr.com/photos/cyclofiend/5353558271/ Enjoy Ride Safe! - Jim -- You received this message

[RBW] The Ride 2011 Day One - a set on Flickr

2011-01-16 Thread Eric Norris
Riv content: Riding lugged steel, sitting on leather, wearing wool, even friction shifting! http://www.flickr.com/photos/35176895@N03/sets/72157625834095706/with/5359038135/ --Eric campyonly...@me.com www.campyonly.com www.wheelsnorth.org -- You received this message because you are

[RBW] And now ... Video

2011-01-16 Thread Eric Norris
From yesterday's steel/leather/wool/friction-shifting ride on the CA coast: http://campyonlyguy.blogspot.com/ --Eric campyonly...@me.com www.campyonly.com www.wheelsnorth.org -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this

Re: [RBW] And now ... Video

2011-01-17 Thread Eric Norris
We turned lights on at the top and descended into the gloom. Wet road surface and darkness made for a slow trip down. --Eric N On Jan 16, 2011, at 9:59 PM, Anne Paulson anne.paul...@gmail.com wrote: You went up Tunitas and down Kings in the dark? Wow. On Sun, Jan 16, 2011 at 6:25 PM, Eric

Re: [RBW] Re: Edelux stays on all the time...

2011-01-17 Thread Eric Norris
The switch has three settings: 0 is Off, S is Sensor, and 1 is On. The sensor is in the depressed ring that the switch piece slides in--you can see it on the right side near the mounting bracket. In the S position the sensor is uncovered, in the 1 position the switch piece rotates all the way

Re: [RBW] SFR Lighthouse 200k

2011-01-23 Thread Eric Norris
I'm jealous. I was signed up to ride, but I caught a nasty virus and couldn't be there. I'll try again in a few weeks when they do another 200k. --Eric N On Jan 23, 2011, at 8:51 AM, William tapebu...@gmail.com wrote: I did my first brevet yesterday on my A. Homer Hilsen. It was an

Re: [RBW] Re: SFR Lighthouse 200k

2011-01-23 Thread Eric Norris
This is a PBP year, and a great time to experience even a bit of the joy of randonneuring with the folks who will be traveling to France. Check around for brevets near you! --Eric N On Jan 23, 2011, at 2:30 PM, cyclotourist cyclotour...@gmail.com wrote: You folks that ride brevets, never

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