[RBW] Kucharik jerseys - $55

2009-07-11 Thread John
RBW world headquarters has long sleeve Kucharik's for $55.  Orange and Green. --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ 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] Bike waiting haiku

2009-04-23 Thread John
Quickbeam is coming. Why does time seem to stand still? Relativity --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ 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] My new Quickbeam inspired me...

2009-05-18 Thread John
to write a Tanka (longer than a Haiku.  5-7-5-7-7 format.  I realize it's not summer yet, but riding back from RBW world HQ on Saturday, it sure felt like it).     Quickbeam in summer Is there anything better? Silver single speed is simplicity itself. Feel free to look at pictures.  

[RBW] Re: New (to me) Betty for the wife

2013-04-02 Thread john
Peter, I'd be interested in seeing pictures of all your rides; especially the Homer/Hill comparison. Keep 'em rolling. John On Sunday, March 31, 2013 10:12:43 PM UTC-7, PeterG wrote: Drove down to Riv. on Saturday from Reno to pick up the wife's Betty Foy...I took along my Sam Hillborne

[RBW] Sidepull brakes versus Cantilevers

2013-04-05 Thread john
much weight is on the bike, and etc., of course. In the end, I know it's a very personal choice. Thanks. John -- 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

[RBW] Boiled Wool

2013-04-13 Thread john
(washing and/or drying wool) to shrink to fit? I don't want to wreck the cap, but it ought to be more snug. Thanks, John -- 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

[RBW] Re: Boiled Wool

2013-04-14 Thread john
Thanks all for the advice. I believe I'll try the hemming method. Don't want to risk ruining good wool. John On Sunday, April 14, 2013 6:04:27 AM UTC-7, Ron Mc wrote: almost off topic for this thread, but the coolest caps ever, IMO, come from Ebbets flannels http://www.ebbets.com

[RBW] FS: Sackville Trunk Sack Small

2013-04-16 Thread john
Sackville Trunksack Small: used, but in great shape, $75. I used this sack on my mini front rack (Hillborne). Fits perfectly, impervious to the elements. Great little sack for cyclers. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To

[RBW] Re: Boiled Wool

2013-04-16 Thread john
that one! On Saturday, April 13, 2013 10:09:16 AM UTC-7, john wrote: I just received my Randi Jo Fabs Burgundy winter cap. I'd been looking for a good wool cycling cap with earflaps all winter, and I finally found it! Unfortunately, the size medium (apparently there is no size small offered

[RBW] Re: Saddle bags...do you leave 'em on or take 'em off when out in public?

2013-04-19 Thread john
Leave her be. I've not had problems in nigh 18 years of using my Carradice or Baggins. (Well, only once, when the Barstid stole the entire seat post, saddle, and saddlebag!) If there's one thing Rivendell has taught me which is more useful than any other, it is this:The Saddlebag is unsurpassed

[RBW] Yet another post on shimmy

2013-04-21 Thread john
Hello All. I thought I'd get some ideas on a recent shimmy development. Here is the scenario: Rider specs: John Height: 5'11 Weight: 150 soaking wet PBH: 88.9 SH: apprx 78.5 cm I ride a 60 cm. Sam HIll. I Never experienced shimmy with the stock build: Shimano deore front and rear hubs

[RBW] Re: Yet another post on shimmy

2013-04-22 Thread john
@ Peter M. No, I don't think it's coming from the hub. I second what Steve said. On Sunday, April 21, 2013 7:46:47 PM UTC-7, john wrote: Hello All. I thought I'd get some ideas on a recent shimmy development. Here is the scenario: Rider specs: John Height: 5'11 Weight: 150 soaking

[RBW] Re: Yet another post on shimmy

2013-04-22 Thread john
the point that something as seemingly benign as a tire change can produce shimmy! On Sunday, April 21, 2013 7:46:47 PM UTC-7, john wrote: Hello All. I thought I'd get some ideas on a recent shimmy development. Here is the scenario: Rider specs: John Height: 5'11 Weight: 150 soaking

Re: [RBW] Re: Yet another post on shimmy

2013-04-22 Thread john
Steve: I don't currently load the front. I never have, in fact. On Monday, April 22, 2013 7:58:13 AM UTC-7, Steve Palincsar wrote: On Mon, 2013-04-22 at 07:32 -0700, john wrote: 1. I got shimmy so infrequently with the original set up that it isn't really worth mentioning (In my

[RBW] Re: Yet another post on shimmy

2013-04-22 Thread john
the wind will have abated. On Monday, April 22, 2013 10:55:24 AM UTC-7, Dave Rivbike wrote: Hi John, If it's only happening when going no hands... the problem might be not ENOUGH weight (you) on the front of the bike. Your body is the engine, but it's also part of the steering and suspension. It's

Re: [RBW] Re: Yet another post on shimmy

2013-04-23 Thread john
it. If any of you out there is interested in a new Shimano Alfine generator hub on a new Syngery Velocity 32 spoke wheel, I may just be willing to part with it. thanks again for sharing. John On Tuesday, April 23, 2013 7:12:08 AM UTC-7, Tim McNamara wrote: Wheel balance on bikes is a red

[RBW] Re: Yet another post on shimmy

2013-04-24 Thread john
Is there a way to test the wheel? Test the hub? A set of criteria a mechanic can focus on which would say: yes, this hub - or wheel - isn't quite right? On Tuesday, April 23, 2013 8:57:12 PM UTC-7, Reid wrote: I once replaced a front wheel with a similar professionally built wheel on a road

[RBW] Re: Yet another post on shimmy

2013-04-24 Thread john
with a heavier wheel). On Sunday, April 21, 2013 7:46:47 PM UTC-7, john wrote: Hello All. I thought I'd get some ideas on a recent shimmy development. Here is the scenario: Rider specs: John Height: 5'11 Weight: 150 soaking wet PBH: 88.9 SH: apprx 78.5 cm I ride a 60 cm. Sam HIll. I Never

Re: [RBW] Re: Yet another post on shimmy

2013-04-26 Thread john
I went out today hell-bent on proving a theory: namely, that my new wheel was the cause of shimmy. Unfortunately, I discovered something else again - perhaps my theory is incorrect. I set out with my old wheel and new tire. Saddlebag loaded with the usual suspects: (mini U-lock, tool kit, a

Re: [RBW] Re: Yet another post on shimmy

2013-04-26 Thread john
if you notice a different ride sensation between the single TT and double TT? John On Friday, April 26, 2013 5:23:52 AM UTC-7, William R. wrote: I'm sorry to hear you are having this experience with your Sam H. I too am a 60cm Sam owner. In fact, I've had two: first an orange single tt canti

[RBW] Re: Introduction

2013-04-26 Thread john
I want to visit Japan! I want to ride everywhere! Especially Hokaido (sp?). Thanks for sharing photos. Truly inspiring. -John On Friday, April 26, 2013 8:16:58 AM UTC-7, clayton wrote: Welcome Takashi! Nice bike. Nice photos. On Thursday, April 25, 2013 7:17:38 AM UTC-7, Takashi wrote

Re: [RBW] Re: Yet another post on shimmy

2013-04-26 Thread john
Thanks for the suggestion Michael. I'll be looking into the headset early next week. On Friday, April 26, 2013 9:32:20 AM UTC-7, Michael Hechmer wrote: I repeat my suspicion of the head set. If it doesn't need adjustment and you want a new one, I highly recommend the Cane Creek. On

[RBW] Re: Not too many people actively posting on this site for such a big amount of Rivs released to the wild over the years.

2013-04-28 Thread john
I didn't even know of this forum until last year, although I've been a Riv reader subscriber since day one, and I've owned a Rivendell for four years now. It came about because I was looking for a part of something (don't recall what it was), and Dave (I think it was Dave) suggested I try the

[RBW] Cycling computers

2013-04-28 Thread john
monitor or anything like altitude or anything complicated. 3. I'm just interested in tracking mileage (how far was my ride today? I seldom know - which is not always a bad thing, but I get curious). 4. I don't want to spend a lot of money. I'm thinking I can do this for $30 or so? Thanks. John

Re: [RBW] Cycling computers

2013-04-28 Thread john
on the Cateye 7 or 8? Thanks. John On Sunday, April 28, 2013 6:22:47 PM UTC-7, Eric Peterson wrote: As I have a number of bikes, I have standardized on certain components. One of which was the Cateye wired cyclocomputers - they have worked great for me. Now Cateye has dropped all those models

Re: [RBW] FS: 1 pair Silver brakes (repost)

2013-04-29 Thread john
I've got them on my Sam. They work well with 700 35c tires and fenders. On Monday, April 29, 2013 6:50:35 AM UTC-7, Patrick Moore wrote: Do the Silvers open wide enough to clear a 32 mm tire? On Mon, Apr 29, 2013 at 7:47 AM, Tim Gavin tim@littlevillagemag.comjavascript: wrote: I

Re: [RBW] Re: ISO Small handle bar bag

2013-04-29 Thread john
It was my understanding that Duluth Pack (now called Frost River?) made the Baggins bags for Rivendell. In any case, they look like fantastic bags. My Baggins Adam saddlebag is still going plenty strong. In my opinion, the best looking of all the saddlebags Riv has sold. Maybe I'll take a

[RBW] Re: Question for modern geometry race bike only riders who later went to Rivendells.

2013-04-29 Thread john
as they used to, may well benefit from getting more aero - not the other way around! John. On Monday, April 29, 2013 10:22:15 AM UTC-7, Jonathan Poor wrote: another data point: My two main bikes, a 59 cm '89 steel road race bike (made in Philly by Harry Havnoonian), and a 60 cm '98 Rivendell Road. I

[RBW] WTB: Berthoud 28 Front Bag

2013-05-04 Thread john
Hello all. For those of you who have been following the shimmy thread, my current goal is to put some weight up front. I've deduced that I experience shimmy either with a saddlebag or without going downhill. When I experimented with putting my saddlebag on the front rack, stability was

Re: [RBW] Re: Yet another post on shimmy

2013-05-04 Thread john
Andrew, I'd be interesting in hearing about your project. As for me, after a couple weeks of fiddling about with this, that, and the other, I've come to some conclusions. 1. My Sam shimmies down hills either with a dynohub wheel or a non-dyno wheel. 2. My Sam shimmies with a rear load or

[RBW] Re: San Juan Islands Tour Advice

2013-05-14 Thread john
cheap, bringing bikes on board is easy, and you can save time to ride the places you really want to ride. John On Monday, May 13, 2013 5:42:32 PM UTC-7, Adam wrote: Greetings All, Planning a tour this summer for my wife and I up to the San Juan Islands. We have about two weeks to spend

[RBW] Nitto Saddlebag Grip

2013-05-16 Thread john
mechanism of some sort? Any of you Grip owners care to share likes and dislikes with the Grip? Any of you Grip owners want to sell one? Thanks, John -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop

[RBW] Want to trade racks?

2012-08-18 Thread john
I'm looking for a Mark's front rack for my Hillborne. I have a Nitto front rack (for cantis) but I need the sidepull version now. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit

[RBW] Longboard fender rub

2012-08-22 Thread john
I experience annoying rubbing near the bottom of the fender when going over rough pavement, gravel, etc. Seems that there is not a lot of torsional rigidity in these fenders. I have adjusted several times. I run these fenders on a 60cm Sam with Pasella 35C tires. Anyone else out there

Re: [RBW] Longboard fender rub

2012-08-23 Thread john
UTC-7, EricP wrote: For the front fender, try the shorter mudflap that Rivendell sells. That cured the problem on my bike. Eric Platt St. Paul, MN On 8/22/12, john john...@comcast.net javascript: wrote: I experience annoying rubbing near the bottom of the fender when going over

[RBW] Re: Longboard fender rub

2012-08-23 Thread john
at times especially where the stay mounting hardware is bolted to the fender. But they are cheap, rugged, easy to install, mostly effective, and I think good looking. On Wednesday, August 22, 2012 10:02:48 AM UTC-6, john wrote: I experience annoying rubbing near the bottom of the fender when

[RBW] sackville shopsack

2012-08-27 Thread john
Any thoughts on the Sackville shopsack? Either medium size or large? I was considering using this as a grocery getter for my mini front rack (sans basket). Now, I use a selle an atomica tote bag. I crisscross the straps, loop them around my noodle handlebars, and the load is suprisingly stable.

[RBW] Sackville Shopsack

2012-08-28 Thread john
Any owner of a Shopsack willing to give his or her opinion? I'm considering using one for my mini front rack, without a basket. I figure on attatching the straps to the bars in some fashion. I currently use a Selle Anatomica tote bag that's about played out (no longer made unfortunately), by

[RBW] Re: FS: 63cm A. Homer Hilsen (AHH) with SS Couplers Frame/Fork or complete bike

2012-09-13 Thread john
I'm interested in learning about your Berthoud rando bag. Is it a size 28? (their largest). It looks like your bag fits your bike well. I have been stymied trying to fit a rando bag on my Sam (@60cm) because the bags have not been tall enough for the bike. That is to say, the bag will not reach

[RBW] Re: FS: Cycles Swift Waxed Cotton Randonneur front bag

2012-09-15 Thread john
, 2012 10:24:34 AM UTC-4, john wrote: Hi ya. I've got a new, never used Swift Cycles Rando bag for sale. Gorgeous bag, great craftspersonship! I paid $250 for the bag plus shipping costs. I'd be willing to sell and send for $225 just to get some cash flow back in the coffers. -- You

[RBW] FS: Berthoud steel fenders

2012-09-19 Thread john
I bought 60mm Berthoud stainless steel fenders a year or so ago for my Sam Hillborne. They fit (barely) between my fork blades and chainstays, but I disapprove of the look - they are a bit too wide for this bike, at least to my taste. Optimally, I'd probably need the 50 mm version. However,

[RBW] Re: Rain Gear?

2012-09-19 Thread john
In my opinion, keeping warm while riding in the wet is more important than keeping dry. In fact, keeping dry, in really wet weather (be it from perspiration or leaks in fabric) is impossible, regardless of what any manufacturers say. That's why wool is such a great fabric: one tends to stay

[RBW] Re: Front rack bag for tall riders?

2012-09-30 Thread john
@ Steve, Joe, and Jim: thanks for the great photos. These really help. I've got an interesting situation (I think). I have been flummoxed in trying to set up a handlebar bag for some time now. In short, my bike's long head tube combined with a fairly large frame have been difficult to fit. I

[RBW] Cygolite mounting questions

2012-11-05 Thread John
there's a neat little gizmo to make it work without fuss? Thanks, John -- 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/-/7I2EnJC3r1AJ. To post

[RBW] Re: Cygolite mounting questions

2012-11-06 Thread John
, because I prefer the light down lower so as not to blind others (If I were trail riding, I might be of a different mind). On Monday, November 5, 2012 7:25:33 AM UTC-8, John wrote: I recently purchased a neat little battery light from Riv., the cygolite metro 300. Very bright, light, easy to use

[RBW] Re: Cygolite mounting questions

2012-11-12 Thread John
Stephen S. and all others who gave advice: thanks! I ended up getting a Paul Gino mount for the fork braze-on. Great product! Simple, fairly cheap, just what I need. On Monday, November 5, 2012 7:25:33 AM UTC-8, John wrote: I recently purchased a neat little battery light from Riv

[RBW] Re: Anyone mounted taillights to Longboards?

2012-11-17 Thread John
One more vote for the PDW Fenderbots. I've had 'em on my Longboards for a couple years with absolutely no issues. They're quite light. On Monday, November 12, 2012 10:15:10 PM UTC-8, Michael wrote: What did you mount, and how did it work out? Are the 'boards strong enough to hold the weight

[RBW] BQ Copies

2011-10-17 Thread John
. lindbergjohn at hotmail dot com John -- 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 this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr

[RBW] Re: BQ Copies

2011-10-18 Thread John
The BQ copies have been spoken for. Thanks for helping me to recycle them. John -- 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/-/OioX1lNSN4YJ

[RBW] Bag Recommendation for First Brevet

2011-11-11 Thread John
give me a place for my map, but not sure if there are other factors I should be considering. Feel free to reply directly to lindbergj...@hotmail.com Thanks, John -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send

[RBW] Flat Tire Help

2011-12-14 Thread John
I've run into an unusual flat tire problem on my Ramboo. I've had several flat front tires since I bought it a year ago, and all are caused by a hole at the base of the stem. Consistent problem with various brands and sizes of tubes. I've looked, unsuccessfully, for a burr around the stem hole

[RBW] jack brown's

2013-01-27 Thread john
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[RBW] Re: jack brown's

2013-01-28 Thread john
Cyclofiend: sorry, I should have checked the archives before posting. Thanks to all for their comments. I will indeed spring for a set of JB Greens! On Sunday, January 27, 2013 7:48:38 PM UTC-8, Cyclofiend Jim wrote: I think there have been a number of threads on the Jack Browns, which

[RBW] Re: Virgin ride on my new Hilsen.

2013-01-28 Thread john
Love the Tektro brake levers. I want a pair, but I can't seem to shake the notion that the shimano's I got on my Hillborne are just fine. Let us know what you think of them after you've ridden some more. Outstanding looking ride! On Sunday, January 27, 2013 3:03:58 PM UTC-8, hsmitham wrote:

[RBW] Ride to Visit My Son

2013-02-06 Thread John
this doesn't happen again. Thanks for your support while my family struggles through this. John -- 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

[RBW] Re: FS: Misc. stuff

2013-03-23 Thread john
Peter, I'd be interested in the Mark's Rack and the Tektro 559 (this is their silver or Long reach, right?) and possibly the Acorn bag (is it their tallest bag?). please Give me a shout: John johnco...@comcast.net 503.235.6092 Thanks. On Saturday, March 23, 2013 10:32:19 AM UTC-7, PeterG

[RBW] WTB or Trade: Nitto Mini Front Rack 32F

2013-07-07 Thread john
Hey All: I'm going back to my original Cantilever Fork (long story) and need a Mini front rack. I'd trade a Marks rack for a Mini or purchase someone's Mini. Thanks. John -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from

[RBW] WTB Skewers

2013-07-25 Thread John
spacing. Does anybody have a recommendation for a well-built metal skewer? There are none listed on Riv's store. Anybody have a set for sale? Please reply offline. Thanks, John lindbergj...@hotmail.com -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners

[RBW] Shellac removal?

2013-07-26 Thread john
Hi all. Anyone out there ever been successful removing shellac from places they didn't want shellac (like the frame or components where it dripped)? What's the methodology? Thanks, John -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group

[RBW] Re: Touch up paint for A Homer Hilsen

2013-07-30 Thread john
Waterford has exact paint to match, I believe. At least they did for my Hillborne (orange). You can check it out on their website. John On Tuesday, July 30, 2013 9:18:32 AM UTC-7, jki...@marathon-gold.com wrote: I've picked up a couple of deep gouges in the paint of my Toyo Hilsen

[RBW] Re: Long can be good, too

2013-08-07 Thread john
? I'm curious about the break-in, and longer term use. Thanks for the pictures and words; they are inspirational. John On Sunday, August 4, 2013 7:08:33 PM UTC-7, stonehog wrote: I just finished a great 300k in Whatcom county (furthermost north/west part of WA state), and my ride goal for 2013

[RBW] Re: Sam Hillborne Anomaly ?

2013-08-08 Thread john
I have similar problems on my Hill (60cm, no 2x TT). I like to descend fast. When I do, if my hands aren't on the bars, I'll usually shimmy. Even if I am moving slowly, on the flats, my Hillborne almost always veers off course. Always to my right (when I'm seated on the bike, that is). I don't

[RBW] Re: BQ on Mark's rack

2013-10-01 Thread john
and check - but I know it's a campee). The Grand Bois rack in Jan's pictures looks a lot like the canti-versioned Nitto: really good, strong, and beautiful. I can't speak to weight, but for beauty and strength, I'm in BQs corner on this one. John On Tuesday, October 1, 2013 7:38:17 PM UTC-7

[RBW] Newbaums over Newbaums?

2013-10-28 Thread john
Looking for advice concerning wrapping cloth tape over cloth tape. Any issues with the second layer adhering properly? Prosvs.cons? Thanks. J. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving

[RBW] Hub Area Rack

2013-11-05 Thread john
The pictures of the HAR in the catalogue look fantastic! Any clues as to when they'll be available, and at what cost? Also, it looks like if one has a Nitto mini rack, he or she could bolt the HAR right through the arms and into the fork braze ons! John -- You received this message because

[RBW] FS: Nitto 46cm Noodle Bars

2013-11-06 Thread john
Hi all: Recently purchased 46cm Nitto Noodles but discovered I prefer the 44cm. Therefore I've got nearly new (mounted once, ridden maybe 5 miles) 46cm Nitto Noodles for sale. How about $50? John -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch

[RBW] Re: FS: Nitto 46cm Noodle Bars

2013-11-08 Thread john
Bars have sold. Thanks David! J. On Wednesday, November 6, 2013 1:26:08 PM UTC-8, john wrote: Hi all: Recently purchased 46cm Nitto Noodles but discovered I prefer the 44cm. Therefore I've got nearly new (mounted once, ridden maybe 5 miles) 46cm Nitto Noodles for sale. How about $50

[RBW] Re: How are 33 mm tires for fire roads?

2013-11-12 Thread john
If your friend is riding Jack Brown's not to worry! I love these tires! The best I've ridden regardless of width. They are fantastic on the dirt, fantastic on the pavement. 33.3 do me better than fine on fire roads here in Oregon. I'm ever aware of the fat tire craze in these parts (the

[RBW] Re: Waitin' on my Riv--debating on Drops versus Albatross

2013-11-17 Thread john
I've been riding a Hillborne since 2009, and I vote drops. Specifically the Nitto Noodle. According to the catalogue, as a 6' male, I ought to be riding a manly 46 or 48 cm bar, but I guess I'm more of a non-manly man, and really love the 44cm Noodle. I guess you could get a different

[RBW] Re: Xpress Assessment.

2013-12-29 Thread john
Hugh, I don't know about the Xpress tires from Soma, but I've ridden two Soma tires that are similar: the New Express 700x37C and C-Line 700x38C. Very different tires. The New Express 700x37C is nice and fat (have not actually measured, but I don't doubt they are a true 37 if not 38C. It also

Re: [RBW] Gränsfors Bruk Factory Tour vid

2014-01-05 Thread john
Thanks for Posting. That's a really interesting video, and well done, to boot. On Saturday, January 4, 2014 7:54:56 AM UTC-8, AaronY wrote: Hey Bunch, I came across this on youtube last night and thought others might find it interesting like I did.

[RBW] Re: What do Rivendell riders use for tire pumps on the road?

2014-01-18 Thread john
Sounds interesting. How and where does the pump attach to the frame? On Friday, January 17, 2014 4:01:02 PM UTC-8, PeterG wrote: Road morph...absolutely -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and

[RBW] Re: What do Rivendell riders use for tire pumps on the road?

2014-01-18 Thread john
That's the Road Morph, I mean. On Saturday, January 18, 2014 10:50:08 AM UTC-8, john wrote: Sounds interesting. How and where does the pump attach to the frame? On Friday, January 17, 2014 4:01:02 PM UTC-8, PeterG wrote: Road morph...absolutely -- You received this message because you

[RBW] Re: FS in Seattle: 60cm fancy Sam Hillborne

2014-01-20 Thread john
Scot, I'm not interested in purchasing your lovely bike, as I've got my own 60m Hillborne (albeit single TT, orange). However, I've got a question regarding your drivetrain. Looks like you're running a Sugino 40x24 wide -low double. What's your cassette, and how does the system work for you?

[RBW] WTT Brooks for Berthoud

2014-01-24 Thread john
Hi all. I've got a brown B-17 special (Large copper rivets with steel rails) in very good condition I'd like to trade for a Berthoud Aspin (that's the touring model, not the racing model or wide model). Anyone interested? John -- You received this message because you are subscribed

[RBW] TrunkSack vs. Saddlebag

2014-03-19 Thread john
To cut to the chase, I've discovered I do better on a narrower saddle than the Brooks B-17. Problem is, I like the bag loops the saddle provides. I know there are various other methods of attaching a saddlebag to the bike without a Brooks, but I got to thinking: What about not trying to fiddle

Re: [RBW] TrunkSack vs. Saddlebag

2014-03-20 Thread john
with 19 1/2 lb in a right-side shopping pannier, in mild, calm (modest wind), Boorkay, NM. On Wed, Mar 19, 2014 at 1:47 PM, john john...@comcast.net javascript:wrote: To cut to the chase, I've discovered I do better on a narrower saddle than the Brooks B-17. Problem is, I like the bag

[RBW] Re: TrunkSack vs. Saddlebag

2014-03-20 Thread john
Thanks for the suggestion, Will. On Wednesday, March 19, 2014 1:21:27 PM UTC-7, Will wrote: Look here: http://store.velo-orange.com/index.php/accessories/bags-panniers/velo-orange-saddle-loops.html On Wednesday, March 19, 2014 2:47:28 PM UTC-5, john wrote: To cut to the chase, I've

Re: [RBW] TrunkSack vs. Saddlebag

2014-03-20 Thread john
rides versus the loaded saddlebag. On Wednesday, March 19, 2014 1:39:01 PM UTC-7, Steve Palincsar wrote: Does the bb.17n have bag Loops? john john...@comcast.net javascript: wrote: To cut to the chase, I've discovered I do better on a narrower saddle than the Brooks B-17. Problem is, I like

[RBW] Re: TrunkSack vs. Saddlebag

2014-03-20 Thread john
down to what's most convenient for the bike. My bikes with racks use trunkbags because, well, there's a rack there to put them on. The rack-less ones get saddlebags 'cause I use Brooks saddles with loops. Joe Bernard Vallejo, CA. On Wednesday, March 19, 2014 12:47:28 PM UTC-7, john wrote

Re: [RBW] TrunkSack vs. Saddlebag

2014-03-20 Thread john
, john wrote: Steve: The B.17 has bag loops, of course, but if I choose to ride a different saddle (heresy, I know) without bag loops, I can either choose to attach a saddlebag with aftermarket loops such as the VO, or carry my stuff in a different fashion. I was trying to determine

[RBW] Re: Berthoud Saddles

2014-04-04 Thread john
I'm loving my berthoud saddle (Aspin, which is their touring model I believe.) It's 155mm wide, which is narrower than the brooks b-17 it replaced. The leather is definitely thick and the plastic, while off-putting to some, is rock solid great stuff. I'm a light guy (150 pounds at 6' tall). I

[RBW] Re: 33.3 vs 35 (Jack Brown vs Paselas)

2014-04-06 Thread john
I'd go for the Jack's for sure. (Can't speak for the Blues, which I have not used, but the Greens, for sure, go for it!) The JB Greens do everything the Pasellas do but better. They're faster, more responsive, grippy, and at least for me, at least as puncture resistant. I like both tires a lot,

[RBW] Re: WTB: Anyone have some Jack browns sitting around?

2014-06-15 Thread john
I have Greens only ridden three times. Would sell only so I could try some Barlow's to see if there's any diff. On Wednesday, June 11, 2014 1:14:42 PM UTC-7, William! wrote: Greens preferred. Got a new build coming up and given all the Barlow Pass activity of late, I figured I would check

[RBW] WTB - Albastache Bars or Cockpit

2014-11-29 Thread John
Looking for an Albastache bar and/or stem and brake levers. If you have any extras laying about, please contact me offline. Thanks, John -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving

[RBW] Re: Surprising Failure Today

2015-01-23 Thread John
derailer tab. Derailers randomly commiting suicide by exlpoding themselves into two parts while JRA (just riding along) is not common. On Sunday, January 18, 2015 at 2:56:14 PM UTC-8, John wrote: Towards the end of my ride today, I heard a loud crunch and my Ram lurched to a stop

[RBW] Surprising Failure Today

2015-01-20 Thread John
, or is this not uncommon? Off to shop for a new RD. John -- 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

Re: [RBW] Best 2ish allrounder tire?

2015-03-14 Thread John
Thanks Mike! On Saturday, March 14, 2015 at 5:54:22 PM UTC-7, Mike Schiller wrote: John, the Nine Lines are maybe 4 mm wider and much taller ( ~1 cm. The are slower on pavement for sure, but they rock in the singletrack, with much more secure handling in turns. I put them on for routes

[RBW] Re: What do Rivendell Riders use for head coverings for riding in the sun?

2015-03-22 Thread John
Chris, What make is your Stetson? thanks, John On Saturday, March 21, 2015 at 6:12:44 AM UTC-7, Pondero wrote: Bringing my shade with me... http://instagram.com/p/sauukJnPxU/ Chris Johnson Sanger, Texas -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google

[RBW] VO Tourist Cockpit FS / FT

2015-03-21 Thread John
. Pix are here: https://www.flickr.com/photos/53546004@N07/sets/72157651062731760/ Please contact me offline with any interest. John -- 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: Atlantis or Hunq - what's the real difference?

2015-03-17 Thread John
Would the straight tubing be stronger if you're going to add the diagonal tubing? John -- 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

[RBW] Re: Can I call dibs?

2015-03-11 Thread John
And here I always heard that carbon is a girl's best friend! Sorry, I couldn't resist... Manny, did I see you on a Sam riding up Durant in Berkeley yesterday evening? John -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe

[RBW] Re: Can I call dibs?

2015-03-11 Thread John
Oooops, I forgot to add my wife rides a 47cm Betty and her PBH is 73. -- 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] Anyone tried the Yokozuna Reaction cables?

2015-03-06 Thread John
recommend different cables? Thanks, John -- 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 post

[RBW] Re: Anyone tried the Yokozuna Reaction cables?

2015-03-06 Thread John
Jim, I think you can get a full set for front/back brake shifter cables housing, plus hardware, for about $53-$60/set. *John* -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving

[RBW] Re: Street Clothes, Spandex or Other Bike Specific Clothing

2015-03-06 Thread John
The SF Bay Area has experienced record breaking warm temperatures for 14 months straight, so it's Hawaiian shirts, Riv shorts flip flops for me! John -- 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: Best 2ish allrounder tire?

2015-03-12 Thread John
was probably the point of all this a lot of the time, and probably not what you're after. Schwalbe Thunder Burts Furious Freds might me more options for you in the 2in - 29er range. John -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group

Re: [RBW] Best 2ish allrounder tire?

2015-03-13 Thread John
Mike, How does the ride of the Nine Line's compare to the Rock 'n' Roads? Thanks, John On Thursday, March 12, 2015 at 8:21:09 PM UTC-7, Mike Schiller wrote: with Paul Canti's you can add Hunter Nugz http://huntercycles.bigcartel.com/product/hunter-nugz http://huntercycles.bigcartel.com

[RBW] Re: What do Rivendell Riders use for head coverings for riding in the sun?

2015-03-31 Thread John
also like the Grant solution of long sleeve cotton shirts, but I have yet to find as cool a hat as Chris's cowboy hat. After about 15 straight months of record breaking temps, I could wear one of those year round here in Berkeley, if only my wife would let me. :( John (Dreaming of a steel steeds

[RBW] Re: Noodle to Albatross Conversion - Final Questions

2015-03-02 Thread John
How much does actually need to abuse their handlebars to need the aluminum over the CrMo bars? When I ordered my Hunq, I thought Riv said weight was the only difference. I don't remember seeing anything about the aluminum bars being preferred for gravel or fire roads. SurlyProf / John

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