[RBW] FS: Sugino XD2 crankset , 170mm, old (better) logo

2010-09-15 Thread Gino Zahnd
Sugino XD2 , 170mm, old (better) logo rings: 46x36x24 They're in good , lightly used shape, and the rings have many thousands of miles left in them. They came off my Rambouillet a few years ago when I went to a double. How about $80 including shipping, US only. -- You received this message

[RBW] Re: FS: Sugino XD2 crankset , 170mm, old (better) logo

2010-09-15 Thread Gino Zahnd
These are spoken for. Thanks for playing! On Wed, Sep 15, 2010 at 6:38 PM, Gino Zahnd ginoza...@gmail.com wrote: Sugino XD2 , 170mm, old (better) logo rings: 46x36x24 They're in good , lightly used shape, and the rings have many thousands of miles left in them. They came off my Rambouillet

[RBW] FS: Sugino XD2 crankset, 170mm

2010-09-17 Thread Gino Zahnd
I found another crankset in my boxes as I'm packing to move. Same thing as last time, but new logo. Sugino XD2 , 170mm, new logo rings: 46x36x24 They're in good used shape, and the rings have many thousands of miles left in them. These were on my Rawland MTB, so have some scrapes at the pedal

[RBW] FS: 57cm Bleriot complete bike

2010-11-05 Thread Gino Zahnd
This bike is set up for hilly bay area riding, on or off road. It's mechanically perfect and very well maintained. Cosmetically it is ridden, which means it has paint scuffs. It's no garage queen, but it has zero dings or dents. Summary: it's a well-maintained, well-ridden bike. Oh, and it has a

[RBW] FS: Dahon Smooth Hound touring/folding bike

2010-11-05 Thread Gino Zahnd
Rivendellish content: the Smooth Hound has mustache bars, fenders, bar end shifters, and a B-17 Champion Special saddle, all of which would have never made it onto a Dahon if Grant were not a trail blazer who sticks to his guns. Whoever designed this bike is obviously a RBW fan. OK. I bought

[RBW] Re: FS: 57cm Bleriot complete bike

2010-11-06 Thread Gino Zahnd
made my weekend! And, the Bleriot is headed to a great home. -Gino On Fri, Nov 5, 2010 at 12:07 PM, Gino Zahnd ginoza...@gmail.com wrote: This bike is set up for hilly bay area riding, on or off road. It's mechanically perfect and very well maintained. Cosmetically it is ridden, which means

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

2010-11-08 Thread Gino Zahnd
I ride all winter. On Mon, Nov 8, 2010 at 10:10 AM, William tapebu...@gmail.com wrote: As the weather turns cooler, I am starting to dwell on winter projects.  A lot of them are home and family related, but some of them are Riv-ish, so I thought I would share.  In 2010 I pretty much

[RBW] BB width for a White Industries double on a quickbeam

2010-11-12 Thread Gino Zahnd
Hello list, Have you put a White Industries road double on your Quickbeam? If so, what BB spindle width did you use? I'm aiming to significantly reduce the Q, but keep the same gearing. Thanks, Gino -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch

[RBW] FS: 58cm Rivendell Rambouillet

2011-03-03 Thread Gino Zahnd
I'm selling my light-and-fast Rambouillet in the SF area. It's a complete bike with go-fast parts, plus an extra wheelset and tires, and the original brakes. I'm the original owner. Details: 58cm Rivendell Rambouillet, frenchy blue Ultegra headset 42cm Nitto Noodle bar Fizik nice-to-the-touch

[RBW] Austin bike borrowing or rental

2011-03-10 Thread Gino Zahnd
Folks, Myself and my business partner will be in Austin for SXSW starting tomorrow, and we're thinking that getting away from downtown a bit each evening will be a good thing. So the question is: does anyone have a bike or two that we could borrow? Beaters are perfectly fine. They'll be locked

Re: [RBW] Re: Austin bike borrowing or rental

2011-03-10 Thread Gino Zahnd
of guys at NAHBS that picked up bikes on Craigslist for the week for around $100. Kind of a pain to hook up to buy though. Come to think of it, you might try calling Ozone Bike Dept. and seeing if they'd rent out one of their used bikes. On Mar 10, 7:30 pm, Gino Zahnd ginoza...@gmail.com wrote

Re: [RBW] Re: New Bleriot Owner; Mushing thru turns

2010-04-23 Thread Gino Zahnd
I agree with Patrick. There's no comparison between Hetres and CDLV's. The CDLV tire, for me, has never been willing to mount on the rim properly. There's always a hump no matter how many times I've tried to get them to sit properly. Aside from that annoyance, the Hetres are faster, smoother,

Re: [RBW] Re: New Bleriot Owner; Mushing thru turns

2010-04-26 Thread Gino Zahnd
You guys are totally abusing and misusing the 'em' prefix. Your words must be cromulent*, or they don't count. Gino adder of embiggen to rivbike.com, among other user interfaces Z. * http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lisa_the_Iconoclast On Sat, Apr 24, 2010 at 9:13 AM, William tapebu...@gmail.com

Re: [RBW] Speed Up My Sam

2010-04-28 Thread Gino Zahnd
If I were to give advice, which I don't claim to be qualified to give, I'd say do the following if you're looking to be faster: 1) train to ride fast. Shorter rides at higher intensity. Ride a lot. Hard. 2) light wheels and tires 3) ditch the big touring rack, and use it for camping/touring 4)

Re: [RBW] Saluki History + Provenance

2010-05-03 Thread Gino Zahnd
What Jim said. And http://is.gd/bSxAZ There was also the pewter color in addition to what Steve listed. They aren't coming back as a Saluki. Production never stopped though - they're now the AHH in smaller sizes. I don't think there was ever a brochure, and yep, late 2004 or early 2005 is when

[RBW] I'll be in Chicago for the next eight days

2010-05-03 Thread Gino Zahnd
Hi folks - What should I not miss in Chicago? Interests: art, architecture, museums, bike shops/builders, local beer/food, bookstores, interesting neighborhoods, dive bars, good places to run. I have all next weekend to do whatever, so I'm looking to fill up those days. And, if you want to

Re: [RBW] Re: I'll be in Chicago for the next eight days

2010-05-03 Thread Gino Zahnd
All - Thanks for the input. I should be able to burn up several evenings and a weekend with these recommendations! Gino On Mon, May 3, 2010 at 5:16 PM, Erik C erikdcarl...@gmail.com wrote: Head to Logan Square and grab some brunch at Lula's and visit Boulevard Bikes next door. They had a nice

Re: [RBW] Saluki/Atlantis summer tour advice

2010-05-09 Thread Gino Zahnd
Jason - Current road conditions would be useless right now given that it's May, and you're going in July. :-) Use Krebs maps, and AC maps. They're both good for different reasons. Krebs are the best, though. The Pacific Coast book is ok. Here are pics of my tour on that route, on my Saluki:

[RBW] Rough Riders Rally

2010-05-14 Thread Gino Zahnd
Any RBWers attending the RRR™ in Mill Valley in July? -- 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: paul's racer brakes vs cantis questions

2010-05-14 Thread Gino Zahnd
Ken - Toe yer brake pads properly, and make sure they're aligned on the rim properly. That should kill the squeal. See also: http://www.parktool.com/repair/readhowto.asp?id=19 Cheers, Gino On Fri, May 14, 2010 at 12:07 PM, Ken ken.ha...@stribmail.com wrote: I have the same set up on my

Re: [RBW] Silver Shifters on Paul Thumbies

2010-05-15 Thread Gino Zahnd
Silvers won't work with Paul thumbies. Not sure about the knock off. -GIno On Fri, May 14, 2010 at 1:11 PM, Garth garth...@gmail.com wrote: Can the Silver shifters be used on Paul Thumbies, or IRD's copy of Paul's ? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google

Re: [RBW] Re: WTB: Michelin 650b tires

2010-05-17 Thread Gino Zahnd
http://www.flickr.com/photos/archivalclothing/380229630/in/set-72157594300251903/ On Mon, May 17, 2010 at 1:50 PM, Aaron Thomas aaron.a.tho...@gmail.com wrote: Why is your bike called pencil? On May 17, 11:00 am, Lesli lesli.lar...@gmail.com wrote: Looking to buy some new old stock 650b

Re: [RBW] Re: paul's racer brakes vs cantis questions

2010-05-17 Thread Gino Zahnd
They were called cantilever bosses. (I think this thread is now officially not RBW in nature.) On Mon, May 17, 2010 at 3:15 PM, Horace max...@sdf.lonestar.org wrote: What where they called when they were sitting around the bike builder's shop? What was the label on the box that they came

Re: [RBW] Re: paul's racer brakes vs cantis questions

2010-05-19 Thread Gino Zahnd
Disclosure: Paul is a good friend of mine. Regarding the straddle wire, that sounds like a setup problem to me. I run Paul brakes on a few of my bikes, and that's not a problem with any of them. In fact, just squeezing the centerpulls by the pads should release the cable, or close to it. Without

Re: [RBW] Re: paul's racer brakes vs cantis questions

2010-05-19 Thread Gino Zahnd
, Gino Zahnd ginoza...@gmail.com wrote: Disclosure: Paul is a good friend of mine. -- 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

Re: [RBW] Bullmoose, Thumbies and Rapid Rise

2010-05-24 Thread Gino Zahnd
I use Paul thumbies and flat bars on my Bleriot with a reg'lar derailer, and it's fine. I take it off road all the time. In fact, I'm about to take delivery of a custom Sycip 650B XC hardtail, and it will have Thumbies and a regular derailer as well. Also, you don't take your hand off the grip to

Re: [RBW] Betty Foy Video!

2010-05-28 Thread Gino Zahnd
I like this gal on an Atlantis, clipless pedals, cutoffs, collared shirt, no helmet, and an iPod. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QhUDHiqkOcQfeature=related Makes me want to hit the road! On Thu, May 27, 2010 at 4:51 PM, erik jensen bicyclen...@gmail.com wrote: cemetery chic On Thu, May

[RBW] Roadeo review

2010-06-03 Thread Gino Zahnd
http://www.roadbikerider.com/producttests.htm -- 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: silver shiters and paul thumbies

2010-06-03 Thread Gino Zahnd
Just learn how to index 'em yourself. It's easy! http://parktool.com/repair/readhowto.asp?id=64 One of the most liberating feelings ever was when I internalized how to fix/install my derailers. -Gino On Wed, Jun 2, 2010 at 5:25 PM, Daniel M dpmay...@hotmail.com wrote: I inquired about getting

Re: [RBW] Re: silver shiters and paul thumbies

2010-06-03 Thread Gino Zahnd
that is not working is helpful. I can probably even remember that. Michael On Jun 3, 10:54 am, Gino Zahnd ginoza...@gmail.com wrote: Just learn how to index 'em yourself. It's easy!http://parktool.com/repair/readhowto.asp?id=64 One of the most liberating feelings ever was when I internalized how to fix

[RBW] Status: issue with Rivbike.com

2010-06-03 Thread Gino Zahnd
Hi Folks, We made some changes today to increase speed on the rivbike.com, and we're currently experiencing some issues in the shopping cart where products appear to be randomly added or deleted. I'll update the list again when it is resolved. Sorry for any issues this is causing for shoppers.

[RBW] Re: Status: issue with Rivbike.com

2010-06-03 Thread Gino Zahnd
Ok folks, things are back to A-OK status. For the nerds among us, we were running into some caching issues in the cart, but it's fixed now. Thanks, Gino (on behalf of RBW) On Thu, Jun 3, 2010 at 4:58 PM, Gino Zahnd ginoza...@gmail.com wrote: Hi Folks, We made some changes today to increase

Re: [RBW] Re: Your Favorite Handlebar Bag

2010-06-10 Thread Gino Zahnd
The Inujirushi bag has been good to me over the course of 10,000+ miles. Still looks great. http://www.flickr.com/photos/gzahnd/3114530816/in/set-72157602102746272/ http://jitensha.com/eng/inujirushibags.html I personally have found the Berthoud bags harder to use en route, but eh, you'll

Re: [RBW] Re: Your Favorite Handlebar Bag

2010-06-10 Thread Gino Zahnd
I found the inner opening more difficult - having to fish it through the decaleur to open and/or close took more attention that reaching over the Inujirushi, for me. They're both super nice bags though, and both beautiful. What did you find harder to use about the Berthouds? I replaced my

Re: [RBW] Re: Your Favorite Handlebar Bag

2010-06-11 Thread Gino Zahnd
hold it down. I've only fastened it when carrying the bike on a car or bus rack. I agree they are both excellent bags! Ryan On Jun 10, 2010, at 10:33 PM, Gino Zahnd ginoza...@gmail.com wrote: I found the inner opening more difficult - having to fish it through the decaleur to open

[RBW] Hub shiners are the new tire wipers

2010-06-11 Thread Gino Zahnd
http://www.rivbike.com/products/show/hub-shiners/18-331 Gino 'tire wipers were the new low trail' Z -- 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

Re: [RBW] Re: The Bleriot Build...

2010-06-12 Thread Gino Zahnd
I'm 5' 9 and bought the 57cm B-lo, and have regretted it every time I get on it. I like the bike well enough, but it's too small. On Sat, Jun 12, 2010 at 4:46 AM, Johnny Alien johnnyal...@verizon.net wrote: Man...I am 5'9 and 59 would be WAY too big for me. Maybe I have stubby legs. :) On

[RBW] FS: Lil loafer, tires, bars

2010-06-16 Thread Gino Zahnd
Shipping for these things will be from Chico, CA 95926. Prices do not include shipping. Thanks! -- Green tweed Little Loafer, basically new condition $80 Panaracer Pasela TourGuard - 2 tires, New in packaging, 700 x 28c $50 for both tires Grand Bois Ourson, 1 tire, New never mounted, 650

[RBW] Re: FS: Lil loafer, tires, bars

2010-06-17 Thread Gino Zahnd
What's left: Panaracer Pasela TourGuard - 2 tires, New in packaging, 700 x 28c $50 for both tires Grand Bois Ourson, 1 tire, New never mounted, 650 x 35b $58 Salsa Moto Ace bar (great for CX and drop bar MTBs), 44cm, exc. condition $20 Salsa Moto Ace S.U.L. stem, 26mm clamp, 90º x 90mm,

Re: [RBW] Re: do you ever get tired of....

2010-06-17 Thread Gino Zahnd
I thought this one was pronounced Ca nahn' duh lay On Thu, Jun 17, 2010 at 1:45 PM, cm chrispmur...@hotmail.com wrote: I blame Cannondale..seriously. I think people know or sorta know it is a bike name and then see rivendell and in their mind things misfire, streams cross, words mash, and

Re: [RBW] Shifting issues with TA Pro 5 Vis cranks/rings

2010-06-19 Thread Gino Zahnd
I have TA cranks on both my Saluki and Bleriot, and I use the FSA Gossamer derailer on both. It works smoothly. I highly recommend it. Bleriot setup is 42x26 for town and the local dirt. Saluki is a wide-range double: 46x28 for loaded touring. I've also used the FSA/TA setup with a 48x36, and

Re: [RBW] where to SS?

2010-06-21 Thread Gino Zahnd
Steve Rex did my Saluki, and Russ Pickett repainted the areas that needed it. Mine is a custom one-off metallic, and he matched it flawlessly. You won't find a better team to do it, and they're 90 minutes from SF. -gino On Mon, Jun 21, 2010 at 3:49 PM, J L subfas...@gmail.com wrote: Hello all,

Re: [RBW] Rivendell in Santa Clarita!

2010-07-08 Thread Gino Zahnd
Santa Clarita valley. Now with 100% more sensibility. On Thu, Jul 8, 2010 at 11:00 AM, Michael_S mikeybi...@rocketmail.com wrote: I was out walking yesterday evening and saw a nice Hilsen with fenders riding the opposite direction across the street. That is the 1st Rivendell I've seen in the

Re: [RBW] Re: Removing Cork Grips

2010-07-23 Thread Gino Zahnd
I did this yeterday with a box cutter, and then a little superfine sand paper to make the surface clean. It took about 10 minutes total. On Tue, Jul 20, 2010 at 3:48 PM, All Rounder 2000 s_schermerh...@yahoo.com wrote: Will be interested to read much more on this. I have the traditional Riv

[RBW] Re: Free: Nike bike shoes (non-spd)

2009-06-17 Thread Gino Zahnd
Wow. Wow! On Wed, Jun 17, 2009 at 7:05 PM, David Estescyclotour...@gmail.com wrote: 90's flavored purpleicious: http://www.flickr.com/photos/cyclotourist/3636513151/ Nice solid build.  Minimal use.  Actual cow-parts used on them.  Non-SPD, so ibob/Rivendell approved!  Size is stated

[RBW] Re: SF Question

2009-06-18 Thread Gino Zahnd
And if you want an alternative-to-hotels experience, try Air BB: http://airbnb.com/ Lots of stuff for rent in SOMA on that site, which is where the art is. Gino On Wed, Jun 17, 2009 at 2:17 PM, Robert Kirkpatrickspiralc...@gmail.com wrote: A question for the SF area RBWO-ers:  Say you are

[RBW] Re: A slight change in style

2009-06-23 Thread Gino Zahnd
For the Ram, I never could like the way any tire larger than 28 rides. For me, putting large tires on the Ram takes out the lively feel, the crisp cornering at 45mph, and it feels too squishy when climbing. I've been running Conti 25's or 28's on the Ram for a long time now, and that seems to be

[RBW] Re: Light touring and Hilsens

2009-06-26 Thread Gino Zahnd
I've taken my 58cm Saluki on loaded week-long tours with a total 175lb rolling package (I weigh 135). With a couple small panniers and a handlebar bag, you'll be fine. I've also done what you describe as light touring on my Bleriot with the Silver brakes. If you're worried about braking power,

[RBW] Re: Aluminum Fenders on a Bleriot

2009-06-29 Thread Gino Zahnd
Hetre + Bleriot: http://www.veloweb.ca/mybikepages/blerioso.html http://www.flickr.com/photos/tylerphelps/3507349029/ I don't have experience with the Dia-Compe brakes, but the Silvers will fit 45mm honjos just fine. -Gino p.s. to all list members: search the archives before posting questions.

[RBW] Surly Cross Check sizing question

2009-06-30 Thread Gino Zahnd
For those of you who ride a Rivendell, and also ride a Surly Cross Check or Travelers Check, what are the sizing differences? It looks like top tube is going to be the best bet on sizing a Surly, but if you know of any amazing secrets, please let me in! I'm currently trying to decide whether or

[RBW] Re: Surly Cross Check sizing question

2009-06-30 Thread Gino Zahnd
Thanks Jon. Yeah, I don't want to get into the strengths and weaknesses. I know them. Just want to know the proper size. :-) On Tue, Jun 30, 2009 at 12:22 PM, Jon Cameron j.cameron4...@sbcglobal.netwrote: Hi Gino, I own and ride a 55cm Romulus, and a 55cm Bleriot and they fit and ride

[RBW] Re: Nitto Way Back Seat Pillar

2009-07-01 Thread Gino Zahnd
http://www.rivbike.com/products/list/saddles_and_seat_posts On Wed, Jul 1, 2009 at 5:39 PM, Richardrsv...@netzero.net wrote: James, Where did you find the Nitto WayBack seatpost? Thanks, Richard On Jul 1, 6:54 pm, James Valiensi valie...@mac.com wrote: Hullo All, I just received a

[RBW] Re: Potential Pacenti 650B x 38mm performance tire

2009-07-07 Thread Gino Zahnd
Jan also came out with this today: Grand Bois also has been working on a 650B x 38 mm tire. The first iteration was the Hetre, which turned out a bit bigger than intended. In retrospect, that is a good thing, because the added width really does make a difference on broken pavement and gravel

[RBW] Re: vegan bags????

2009-07-07 Thread Gino Zahnd
They're similar to the other very high quality bags that RBW sells, sans the leather bits. Gino On Mon, Jul 6, 2009 at 6:19 PM, Seth Vidalskvi...@gmail.com wrote: Vegan bags? Please tell me someone else has more info on this. I've been hoping for some leather-free items and this sounds great

[RBW] Re: Potential Pacenti 650B x 38mm performance tire

2009-07-07 Thread Gino Zahnd
On Mon, Jul 6, 2009 at 8:23 PM, Dave Minyarddave_minyar...@msn.com wrote: I wonder if high performance means high pressure? Nope. --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to

[RBW] Re: new Riv road bike, and my unwanted input for another

2009-07-08 Thread Gino Zahnd
I have a reliable source* that tells me it'll be 1 for both. And a shim + 1 1/8th stem for the threadless version. There are several sources for shims, etc. I have a lot of interest in this bike due to its fragile tubing (I weigh 135lbs), and there seem to still be a good number of 1 threadless

[RBW] Max Poletto and the Gold Rush Randonnée

2009-07-09 Thread Gino Zahnd
Max Poletto just finished the Gold Rush Randonneé (undoubtedly on his Rambouillet) in 59:32. That's 1200k in under 60 hours. Pretty amazing. http://davisbikeclub.org/goldrush/RiderProgress/updates.htm If you've never met Max, he's about the nicest most humble guy around. His cycling adventures

[RBW] Re: new Riv road bike, and my unwanted input for another

2009-07-11 Thread Gino Zahnd
This is why it must be the perfect name: On Sat, Jul 11, 2009 at 1:38 PM, Rene Valbuenavalbu...@ix.netcom.com wrote: Not even one result pertains to a road bicycle or bicycling in general --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are

[RBW] Re: new Riv road bike, and my unwanted input for another

2009-07-13 Thread Gino Zahnd
On Mon, Jul 13, 2009 at 7:23 AM, CycloFiendcyclofi...@earthlink.net wrote: By the sound of things with the Roadeo, it seems as if that's what they are doing. Yep, they'll be US-made, in Wisconsin. To maintain a manufacturing floor that produces high-end components in the United States is

[RBW] Re: Vegan cyclists

2009-07-14 Thread Gino Zahnd
On behalf of the list, Hi Cheryl. :-) On Tue, Jul 14, 2009 at 11:23 AM, Cheryl Mitchellcherony...@gmail.com wrote: Didn't want to reply to all- I'm new to the forum and still a bit shy! Best, Cheryl --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because

[RBW] Re: Rivendell Trail Article?

2009-07-15 Thread Gino Zahnd
Ryan, it was #37. -Gino On Wed, Jul 15, 2009 at 9:16 AM, Ryan Watsonrswat...@nyx.net wrote: Howdy, Does anyone know off hand which Reader had the article where they made the adjustable-offset fork to test different amounts of trail? I'm too lazy to go through my whole pile-o-readers

[RBW] Re: triathlete road rage?

2009-07-15 Thread Gino Zahnd
Maybe someone should print out those little Church-style handout booklets that People of Mystery leave lying about in airports, bathrooms, etc., but rather than be titled 'How to get to Heaven', it'll have a tweed cover, and be titled, 'Tips For Happy Riding'... Verse 18 If you pass another

[RBW] Re: Yves Gomez fenders

2009-07-20 Thread Gino Zahnd
I'd bet two nickels that they're SOMA fenders. On Mon, Jul 20, 2009 at 3:25 PM, reidplumrubye.cerve...@gmail.com wrote: Looking at the RBW web site at the pictures for the Yves Gomez model. It appears to have gold-ish (anodized?) colored fenders. Anyone know what those are and where I could

[RBW] Re: Wasn't the Rodeo prototype supposed to be unveiled by now

2009-07-31 Thread Gino Zahnd
Hmm, I'm not sure why any company would unveil a prototype - it's just a prototype, bound to be tweaked and changed. Strategically for a retail company, it doesn't seem to make much sense to unveil products until they are in production with all the kinks ironed out, so that what the customer's

[RBW] Re: Wasn't the Rodeo prototype supposed to be unveiled by now

2009-07-31 Thread Gino Zahnd
Perhaps then, someone should sneak behind the wall at the car rental place behind RBWHQ, and take some spy shots? :-) On Fri, Jul 31, 2009 at 11:31 AM, bpus...@aol.com wrote:    It certainly does make sense. Car companies do it all the time. It's called wetting the appetite. Bill

[RBW] New Pacenti 650b tire

2009-08-05 Thread Gino Zahnd
Hey Folks - This is semi-RBW related in that there are a lot of us riding Rivendell 650b rigs. Kirk Pacenti has the plans laid for a cushy-n-fast performance tire that is 38mm, and the only way to make it happen is to pre-order the first batch. While pricey, I figure if the Pari-Moto is as good

[RBW] For Sale: bits from Nitto, MKS, Shimano, Grand Bois

2009-08-10 Thread Gino Zahnd
• Shimano BR400 brake levers (2 sets) $15/ea • NItto crystal fellow seatpost $40 • 44cm Nitto Noodle bar $30 • MKS Touring Lite pedals $30 • Shimano BR-4550 sidepull standard reach (45-57mm) brakes $30 • Bar/stem Kit: 44cm Nitto Soba bar with Nitto Lugged Stem (9cm), Shimano brake levers

[RBW] Re: Rough Riders Rally

2009-08-17 Thread Gino Zahnd
I'll likely be around. On Sun, Aug 16, 2009 at 10:03 PM, David Estescyclotour...@gmail.com wrote: I couldn't do the ride back south, but am VERY excited about the weekend! On Sun, Aug 16, 2009 at 9:58 PM, Esteban proto...@gmail.com wrote: I'm planning on it!  I spoke with Chris about it

[RBW] Distraction: Fixed gear bike features benefits

2009-08-17 Thread Gino Zahnd
http://www.flickr.com/photos/lunchbreath/3589866463/in/photostream/ Riv-related content: the bike illustrated is lugged and steel. The saddle is leather. --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners

[RBW] FS: Nitto stuff, a GB tire

2009-08-17 Thread Gino Zahnd
Folks, here's what's left from my previous email. • Shimano BR-4550 sidepull standard reach (45-57mm) brakes $30 • 44cm Nitto Soba bar $45 • Nitto Lugged Stem (9cm) $140 • brand new Grand Bois Ourson tire (one tire) $58 To those who bought stuff, it shipped this evening. Thanks, Gino

[RBW] Re: OT: 2010 Specialized Allez Steel

2009-08-20 Thread Gino Zahnd
Not unlike http://www.fujibikes.com/LifeStyle/ClassicSeries/Absolute10.aspx On Thu, Aug 20, 2009 at 3:39 PM, James Warrenjimcwar...@earthlink.net wrote: Begin forwarded message: This curious specimen surfaced on a cycling forum, with the following details at a supposed MSRP of $610:

[RBW] Re: OT: 2010 Specialized Allez Steel

2009-08-20 Thread Gino Zahnd
Amen. On Thu, Aug 20, 2009 at 6:52 PM, Horacemax...@sdf.lonestar.org wrote: http://www.rivbike.com/products/list/clothing?a=1page=3#product=22-584 Rivendell Still lugged steel. Vindication will come. Just you wait. --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received

[RBW] Re: Converting Riv road for cyclocross

2009-09-03 Thread Gino Zahnd
On Wed, Sep 2, 2009 at 9:31 PM, David Estescyclotour...@gmail.com wrote: Given what you said, would Col de la Vie tires work ok? Nope, they wouldn't. You need something more knibbly than that for leaning hard into turns. 650b + cross is a hard one. I did race 650x58mm Neo-motos a couple times

[RBW] Re: Quickbeam in Denver

2009-09-07 Thread Gino Zahnd
It keeps it from moving while racked. I've seen many bike shops do this as well. (To the owner of that QB, thanks for buying a Gino Light Mount!) :-) On Mon, Sep 7, 2009 at 7:37 AM, R Gonetrichard.go...@earthlink.net wrote: Why the velcro strap on the left brake lever?  Is it a parking

[RBW] Re: The myth of the all-rounder.

2009-09-08 Thread Gino Zahnd
On Mon, Sep 7, 2009 at 3:49 PM, cmchrispmur...@hotmail.com wrote: The issue is whether or not the cyclist is happy with that level of performance. Exactly. For me, racing cyclocross on a touring bike, or doing an epic technical mountain ride in the Sierras on an AR bike isn't acceptable. I

[RBW] Rivbike.com homepage slideshow

2009-09-08 Thread Gino Zahnd
Fellow RBW folks, Last night we launched a new slideshow feature to the homepage of http://www.rivbike.com/ . Now you can just flip through the images by clicking the arrows that are overlaid at the top/right of the main homepage photos. I've noticed that Grant Co. have started adding

[RBW] Re: NorCal Riv Ride???

2009-09-09 Thread Gino Zahnd
If you guys are talking about NorCal, why are you planning something down in the central part of the coast? ;-) I'd suggest doing something that starts at The Bridge™, heads into Marin, and back. The SF Rando crew do all sorts of rides out that way, the loops are well defined, the breweries

[RBW] NorCal Riv ride: Sunday October 18th

2009-09-09 Thread Gino Zahnd
I'm taking a stab on the date here, but Jim said nearly any Sunday, and this is his idea. :-) Event: NorCal™ Rivendell Ride Date: Sunday, October 18 Start: Golden Gate bridge, south toll plaza lot Time: 9:00am Distance: 75 miles or so Route: (just the part to Pt. Reyes Station and back on these

[RBW] Re: NorCal Riv ride: Sunday October 18th

2009-09-10 Thread Gino Zahnd
If it is easier for everyone, I'm fine with changing the start point to Mike's Bikes there in Sausalito. It's easier for me. What do folks think? On Thu, Sep 10, 2009 at 11:30 AM, CycloFiend cyclofi...@earthlink.net wrote: on 9/10/09 6:48 AM, Tracy at tracy.cor...@gmail.com wrote: I'm in!

[RBW] Re: NorCal Riv ride: Sunday October 18th

2009-09-10 Thread Gino Zahnd
Bridge it is, then. On Thu, Sep 10, 2009 at 2:40 PM, CycloFiend cyclofi...@earthlink.net wrote: on 9/10/09 11:51 AM, Gino Zahnd at ginoza...@gmail.com wrote: If it is easier for everyone, I'm fine with changing the start point to Mike's Bikes there in Sausalito. It's easier for me

[RBW] Re: What to do after a rain ride?

2009-09-14 Thread Gino Zahnd
Ride it hard, put it away wet. :-) On Mon, Sep 14, 2009 at 10:53 AM, Angus angusle...@sbcglobal.net wrote: I put a couple of hours on the (fendered) Atlantis in a light rain this Saturday.  Afterwards I lubed the chain, pulled out the stem to check for water intrusion (there was none) and

[RBW] Re: bummer

2009-09-18 Thread Gino Zahnd
That bike is probably in the basement at Pullins... On Thu, Sep 17, 2009 at 7:50 PM, Steve Kesling akesl...@pacific.net wrote: I remember way back in 1970, my first night at Chico State, Dad dropped me off we said our goodbyes, I locked my beloved Dawes Galaxy with two bike locks at the bike

[RBW] Re: Levi's Granfondo

2009-09-20 Thread Gino Zahnd
Yep. On Fri, Sep 18, 2009 at 10:03 AM, reynoldslugs be...@perrylaw.net wrote: Will there be any Rivendells on the Granfondo? --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this

[RBW] Re: SS Recommendations

2009-09-27 Thread Gino Zahnd
I picked up my SS-ified Saluki from Steve Rex last week. Steve is right up there with Bilenky in terms of quality and craftsmanship. I had Russ PIckett retouch the frame, and it looks brand new again. That Rex is just down the road from Chico was a bonus. Now I get to take it to the PNW soon, and

[RBW] Bike rentals/demos in Seattle

2009-10-01 Thread Gino Zahnd
I'll be in Seattle next Monday for about a week, and I'm hoping to have my recently coupled Saluki built back up by then to bring along. But, if I can't get it finished, are there any shops in Seattle that demo or rent decent bicycles? I'd like to get some decent day rides in while I'm in town.

[RBW] Re: Bike rentals/demos in Seattle

2009-10-01 Thread Gino Zahnd
that the selection was pretty decent. On Oct 1, 2:02 pm, Gino Zahnd ginoza...@gmail.com wrote: I'll be in Seattle next Monday for about a week, and I'm hoping to have my recently coupled Saluki built back up by then to bring along. But, if I can't get it finished, are there any shops in Seattle

[RBW] Re: NorCal Riv ride: Sunday October 18th

2009-10-12 Thread Gino Zahnd
again and meet some Riv'ers. Brian + Ram Park City, UT On Sep 9, 9:21 pm, Gino Zahnd ginoza...@gmail.com wrote: I'm taking a stab on the date here, but Jim said nearly any Sunday, and this is his idea. :-) Event:NorCal™ Rivendell Ride Date: Sunday, October 18 Start: Golden Gate bridge

[RBW] Re: Roadeo art

2009-10-14 Thread Gino Zahnd
Nice. Russ Pickett in Chico (a.k.a. Joe Bell North) is an equal to Joe Bell, for those interested in the best. -Gino On Wed, Oct 14, 2009 at 9:24 AM, Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com wrote: I realize the Roadeo on the Riv site is just a prototype, but FWIW Joe Bell would never let a messy

[RBW] Re: NorCal Riv ride: Sunday October 18th

2009-10-15 Thread Gino Zahnd
Yep and yep. On Thu, Oct 15, 2009 at 3:04 PM, jim g yoj...@gmail.com wrote: Is this still happening? Wondering whether I should dust off the R(650)B-1... -Jim G On Oct 12, 4:41 pm, Gino Zahnd ginoza...@gmail.com wrote: As far as I'm aware, it's still on. We in the north aren't chatty

[RBW] Re: NorCal Riv ride: Sunday October 18th

2009-10-18 Thread Gino Zahnd
Likewise. Thanks for coming out today everyone. It's good to put some names and faces together! Good folks, food, scenery and weather made for a great day out. Gino On Sun, Oct 18, 2009 at 5:44 PM, Ray Shine r.sh...@sbcglobal.net wrote: To all you guys and gals on the NorCal ride today,

[RBW] Re: NorCal Riv ride: Sunday October 18th

2009-10-18 Thread Gino Zahnd
that was nice On Sun, Oct 18, 2009 at 6:49 PM, Gino Zahnd ginoza...@gmail.com wrote: Likewise. Thanks for coming out today everyone. It's good to put some names and faces together! Good folks, food, scenery and weather made for a great day out. Gino On Sun, Oct 18, 2009 at 5:44 PM, Ray Shine

[RBW] Re: NorCal Riv Ride: Sunday November 22, Mount Hamilton

2009-10-21 Thread Gino Zahnd
Sounds great! I'll be riding somewhere between Christchurch and Auckland in the New Zealand Alps this day though. Have fun! On Tue, Oct 20, 2009 at 1:54 PM, Anne Paulson anne.paul...@gmail.com wrote: The late fall is the perfect time to ride up Mount Hamilton. Let's do it the Sunday before

[RBW] Re: FS: Rivendell Protovelo

2009-10-26 Thread Gino Zahnd
I like how this entire conversation was public. On Mon, Oct 26, 2009 at 4:20 PM, Mike Irwin rivendellbrownbom...@gmail.comwrote: Hi John, I'm in Des Moines, IA. I'm pretty flexible. Give me a shout at some point this evening and we can discuss. I emailed you my phone number. Best regards,

[RBW] Re: Carbon forks

2009-10-28 Thread Gino Zahnd
That video misses the point on so many levels, I can't bring myself to respond to it. Wow. On Wed, Oct 28, 2009 at 6:59 PM, bpus...@aol.com wrote: OK, I'm convinced, carbon forks are better. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y_O9PLorYPA Bill Louisville, Ky

[RBW] Re: Question regarding Paul Center Pull brakes

2009-11-10 Thread Gino Zahnd
Disclosure: Paul is a friend, I use many of his products, and I race on his cyclocross team. Question 1: Will the Paul center pulls give me a much better braking experience? Mark at Rivendell seems to think so, he said that several of them use them. There is simply no comparison between

[RBW] Re: Question regarding Paul Center Pull brakes

2009-11-11 Thread Gino Zahnd
Yep. What Jim said. On Tue, Nov 10, 2009 at 9:48 PM, CycloFiend cyclofi...@earthlink.net wrote: on 11/10/09 8:10 PM, Rene Sterental at orthie...@gmail.com wrote: Just out of curiosity... why would Paul design the braze-on version for posts that only a custom made bike would have? Why not

[RBW] Re: Question regarding Paul Center Pull brakes

2009-11-11 Thread Gino Zahnd
Don't bother getting posts on your Ram. Paul will soon be releasing a new medium reach centerpull that, in my opinion, is even better than the regular centerpull. Why do I say that? Because it has the same qualities as the Racer, but the arms are shorter. Less flex, more stopping power, better

[RBW] Aucklanders with SS coupler tool?

2009-11-14 Thread Gino Zahnd
This is a long shot, but if you're in Auckland, and have a bike with SS couplers, please get in touch. Qantas lost my bike and my tools on the flight from San Francisco. Theoretically, the bike will arrive tonight, but who knows about the torque wrench for the couplers. Thanks, Gino, currently

[RBW] Re: Aucklanders with SS coupler tool?

2009-11-15 Thread Gino Zahnd
group. Bloody amazing! Gino On Sat, Nov 14, 2009 at 11:25 PM, RonLau ron...@ronlau.com wrote: Gino, Go to a bike shop and ask them to use their lock ring tool, it works. If you can wait for a day, I can fedex one to you. Ron On Nov 14, 11:07 pm, Gino Zahnd ginoza...@gmail.com wrote

[RBW] New Zealand trip photos

2009-12-07 Thread Gino Zahnd
(I'm cross posting to RBW and SF Rando. Sorry if you get this twice.) I'm still wading through hundreds of photos, but here are a few that made the cut so far: http://www.flickr.com/photos/gzahnd/sets/72157622950157706/show/ In the top right, click 'Show info' to see the descriptions, etc.

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