[RBW] Gravel tomorrow

2019-06-26 Thread 'Mark in Beacon' via RBW Owners Bunch
Riding unpaved roads is a whole new flavor of fun on a bicycle. Enjoy! -- 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] Drop Bars for Gus Boots & Siblings?

2019-06-26 Thread 'Mark in Beacon' via RBW Owners Bunch
Depending on when the pre-order opens, I plan to have funds available for one of the new Hillibikes. For various reasons, I have been mulling over the idea of running the bike with the nice wide pair of 48 Noodles I've had kicking around since dismantling my old Kuwahara. Coincidentally, the

[RBW] Re: Entirely on topic: A good book

2019-06-24 Thread Mark Anderson
Thanks for the recommendation Patrick. The book (and thousands of others) is also available for free for Kindle and in other formats from Project Gutenberg, the community of volunteers Amazon almost gives credit to for producing the E-book they distribute. https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/4277

Re: [RBW] Re: PSA: 2 Gus Boots For Sale on Riv Site

2019-06-21 Thread 'Mark in Beacon' via RBW Owners Bunch
There are different levels of finish for fillet brazing. I understand the Lyon/Norther bikes are mostly Jeff just laying in the brass, not much filing. I have an old Viscount where they obviously left it completely raw (and some pinholes, boo.) I would imagine the Hilli-builder would do some

[RBW] Re: Tange Cup & Cone Bottom Bracket

2019-06-21 Thread 'Mark in Beacon' via RBW Owners Bunch
Despite having a bin full of these, I am seriously considering one of the new ones for my upcoming Hillibike. Rich, if you enjoy working on bikes, I would say definitely worth the time and investment, especially if you have never worked on a classic cup and cone bb. The couple of folks over

Re: [RBW] Re: PSA: 2 Gus Boots For Sale on Riv Site

2019-06-21 Thread 'Mark in Beacon' via RBW Owners Bunch
Hi Ash. Thanks for the mini review. How does it compare to other Rivs? Have you had a chance to ride a Clem? Clemsters are quite upright friendly! I spoke with a Riv spokesperson and I thought he said presale in September. But now it's starting to sound like possibly sooner, and maybe the

[RBW] Re: WTB: 52 Clem L or 45 Clem H

2019-06-17 Thread 'Mark in Beacon' via RBW Owners Bunch
FYI you are about the fourth or fifth person to post a WTB Clem L 52. I suggest if you are truly serious, you buy a Blue 52 now. You might even be able to trade for a color you like better down the road--certainly you'll be in a much better position to do so. -- You received this message

[RBW] Re: Gus pre-sale

2019-06-16 Thread 'Mark in Beacon' via RBW Owners Bunch
, Deacon Patrick wrote: > > Mark, I'm not sure what the production bikes will be, but my Large Gus is > 27.5+/650b. > > With abandon, > Patrick > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe fro

[RBW] Re: Gus pre-sale

2019-06-16 Thread 'Mark in Beacon' via RBW Owners Bunch
ng duties. Not a huge fan of discs and push button shifters. Bike was a lot of fun, though, no question about that.) On Saturday, June 15, 2019 at 7:26:05 PM UTC-4, Bicycle Belle Ding Ding! wrote: > Oh, Mark,...it’s hard to see you without a Clementine in your future. And > the bonus is th

[RBW] Re: Gus pre-sale

2019-06-15 Thread 'Mark in Beacon' via RBW Owners Bunch
I have a bunch of the parts from my Clementine. I am wavering between getting another Clem L frame and fork and getting one of the Hillies. Other than taking a bigger tire and the construction method and the tubing arrangement on top, I wonder how much difference there will be. I would not be

[RBW] Re: Blahg No. 21 & Instagram post Sam brake cable thing?

2019-06-15 Thread 'Mark in Beacon' via RBW Owners Bunch
stuff. For now > I will probably stick with a Clem L. > > On Saturday, June 15, 2019 at 3:29:37 PM UTC-4, Mark in Beacon wrote: >> >> The frame and fork for the Hillibikes will be $1600 last I heard. It >> costs on average $8,500 per year to own and operate a car. If you

[RBW] Re: Blahg No. 21 & Instagram post Sam brake cable thing?

2019-06-15 Thread 'Mark in Beacon' via RBW Owners Bunch
The frame and fork for the Hillibikes will be $1600 last I heard. It costs on average $8,500 per year to own and operate a car. If you have two cars, get rid of one, buy a Hillibike and spruce it up nice and start a little savings account. If you have one car, cut out as many trips as you can.

Re: [RBW] Re: Blahg No. 21 & Instagram post Sam brake cable thing?

2019-06-15 Thread 'Mark in Beacon' via RBW Owners Bunch
Unfortunately, perhaps, it doesn't sound that cryptic to me. I am still debating between getting another Clementine or going in for a Hillibike. I do hope the Longbolts/Slugstone/Willsens get made. I do hope Rivendell finds a way to keep going, even after I get what will almost certainly be my

Re: [RBW] Re: Black cyclists

2019-06-14 Thread 'Mark in Beacon' via RBW Owners Bunch
Foiled again! Drats. On Friday, June 14, 2019 at 8:31:41 PM UTC-4, Dave Small wrote: > > Hi Mark, > > I have no clue where you’re going with this, or what your point is, or > what your agenda is—because you obviously have one—but have fun with it. > If you’re trying to get

[RBW] Re: Tires for HHH tandem

2019-06-13 Thread 'Mark in Beacon' via RBW Owners Bunch
You will not blow out a sidewall due to air pressure requirements of a tandem. Tires are tested well beyond stated maximum pressure, and you probably won't even hit that. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe

Re: [RBW] Re: Black cyclists

2019-06-12 Thread 'Mark in Beacon' via RBW Owners Bunch
e guy, and the little I've heard about reparations doesn't sound like a good idea or very feasible on a number of fronts)* *Some photos of the covers and a few inside pages here: https://photos.app.goo.gl/YKsMN2sx6wgPPvjJ6 <https://photos.app.goo.gl/YKsMN2sx6wgPPvjJ6>* On Wednesday, Jun

Re: [RBW] Re: Black cyclists

2019-06-12 Thread 'Mark in Beacon' via RBW Owners Bunch
plenty of black cyclists, but that in > general they're most often found in groups that are largely made > up of other black cyclists, that's to be dismissed as > "anecdotal" and it's just chopped liver, right? > > > > On 6/12/19 6

Re: [RBW] Re: Black cyclists

2019-06-12 Thread 'Mark in Beacon' via RBW Owners Bunch
Dave Small wrote: *"**The purported paucity of black cyclists is a cultural phenomenon, not a racial phenomenonSo there aren't many black cyclists---so what? It's not their thing. They have other things. Their things aren't my things, and they're not trying to get me involved in their

[RBW] Another Rivendell Tenet Set to Hit the Mainstream?

2019-06-11 Thread 'Mark in Beacon' via RBW Owners Bunch
Wool. Breaking out of its "niche" via "sustainability?" Shepherding could be a good career path. Or seaweed gatherer. https://www.fastcompany.com/90359188/the-next-big-thing-in-fashion-not-washing-your-clothes I've always washed my "Dry Clean Only" wool stuff (except suits) after a suitable

Re: [RBW] Betty VS Clem

2019-06-10 Thread 'Mark in Beacon' via RBW Owners Bunch
The anniversary model is what I would call a twixte, on account of it being betwixt and between a Clementine and a Cheviot. Awesome if they can pull it off. With two versions now of the gus boots planned for the fall, and a shipment of clem ls in September and tandems coming shortlythis might

Re: [RBW] Re: Betty VS Clem

2019-06-10 Thread 'Mark in Beacon' via RBW Owners Bunch
Yes, I do remember this now, thank you. Nothing about extra swoopy. And "special" lugs, not necessarily fancy--that's because of the ovalized flattish tubing. A total of 100, so, unlike Clem and Chev, likely to be a full-priced model, if not more. My sense, with the Gus Boots and its

[RBW] Re: New-to-me: 59cm Roadeo

2019-06-09 Thread Mark Schneider
Lovely bike and build, I've long regretted not getting one instead of the non riv custom I ordered. I'm sure you'll love it, look forward to your excellent ride reports. Mark On Monday, June 3, 2019 at 12:38:41 PM UTC-7, Bill Lindsay wrote: > > I haven't been active on the "Dail

[RBW] Re: Betty VS Clem

2019-06-09 Thread 'Mark in Beacon' via RBW Owners Bunch
A mixte anniversary design (and I've only heard it mentioned here, not in any official Rivendell communications-- I guess I missed it) will not address the issue you are having with your Betty Foy in terms of its step throughness. I on my Clementine for over a year, and have ridden a friend's

Re: [RBW] It is summer: updated sandal discussion?

2019-06-07 Thread 'Mark in Beacon' via RBW Owners Bunch
My thing with the Keen Commuters is they are more like well-ventilated shoes than what I consider sandals. A good summer choice though, especially if you seek the extra protection. On Friday, June 7, 2019 at 5:25:54 AM UTC-4, Fullylugged wrote: > > Like Jeff, I have both the leather and nylon

[RBW] Re: It is summer: updated sandal discussion?

2019-06-06 Thread 'Mark in Beacon' via RBW Owners Bunch
I get into sandals as soon as the weather warms up, and I do as much of my riding in them as possible. I rode D2R2 the last two years in sandals, but did not see anyone else. Maybe it's more West Coast. I tried Merrells for two seasons, both broke at the same place, so I will use the last

[RBW] Re: Hunqapillar coming back with a new design?

2019-06-01 Thread 'Mark in Beacon' via RBW Owners Bunch
The Gus Boots and its iterations are already slated to be fillet-brazed in places. On Thursday, May 30, 2019 at 11:03:18 PM UTC-4, DarinM wrote: > > Looks like it sold fast. Pretty cool that they’re working with Steve Rex > now, it would be awesome to see them start using some fillet brazing on

[RBW] Re: Coffee Grinder Question

2019-05-31 Thread 'Mark in Beacon' via RBW Owners Bunch
Can someone explain the awesome advantage hand grinders have over my little electric Krupps? I assume it has to do with heat affecting final taste. But has BQ done any testing in this area? Kidding aside, does it matter that much? Or is it mostly just the artisanal aspect? Which is fine, too.

[RBW] Re: WTB: Bolt-on Rear Derailleur

2019-05-29 Thread 'Mark in Beacon' via RBW Owners Bunch
I think what you're looking for is a rear derailleur hanger bracket. Like this: https://www.universalcycles.com/shopping/product_details.php?id=88608 You can hang most any derailleur off of this bracket. On Tuesday, May 28, 2019 at 7:20:19 PM UTC-4, Eric Karnes wrote: > Evening- > > > In

[RBW] Re: Gus or Susie

2019-05-28 Thread 'Mark in Beacon' via RBW Owners Bunch
Interestingly, at about 5'10" my 73.5cm or so saddle height is representrf in all four sizes. Obviously the small and xl being outliers. More to come on this. On Monday, May 27, 2019 at 10:49:15 PM UTC-4, Kainalu V. -Brooklyn NY wrote: > Sub 165 on an XL? That's some long and skinny (I'm long

[RBW] Re: WTB 52cm Clementine frame and fork

2019-05-21 Thread 'Mark in Beacon' via RBW Owners Bunch
The bicycle in this link is emphatically not a step-through. Not by any stretch. On Tuesday, May 21, 2019 at 2:04:05 PM UTC-4, Jonathan D. wrote: > > Great photo. Step though bikes are the future. I thought this was a Clem > but Jones Step through, though branded as a space frame. > >

[RBW] Re: Aesthetics Issue

2019-05-17 Thread 'Mark in Beacon' via RBW Owners Bunch
n Friday, May 17, 2019 at 7:12:24 PM UTC-7, Mark in Beacon wrote: >> >> Jim, what's the story with the shifters perched way on up top of the >> brake hoods? Have you set up other bikes like this? Are they modified Kelly >> Take-offs? Is this a thing that passed

[RBW] Re: Aesthetics Issue

2019-05-17 Thread 'Mark in Beacon' via RBW Owners Bunch
Well, no worries about the handlebars dinging your top tube(s). Jim, what's the story with the shifters perched way on up top of the brake hoods? Have you set up other bikes like this? Are they modified Kelly Take-offs? Is this a thing that passed by my notice and I'm the only one in the dark

[RBW] Re: PSA 59CM Custom Riv on FC CL

2019-05-17 Thread 'Mark in Beacon' via RBW Owners Bunch
I wish people would stop using "infamous" incorrectly. Or at least I hope they are: "*Boasting their infamous style, design and quality craftsmanship, this is the epitome of bicycle culture."* Designating a particular bicycle as the "epitome" of something as broad and nebulous as "bicycle

[RBW] Re: Aesthetics Issue

2019-05-17 Thread 'Mark in Beacon' via RBW Owners Bunch
But seriously, for the Crust Towel Rack I would use some good 1/4" anchors. Either that or make sure to hit a beam. On Friday, May 17, 2019 at 5:56:42 AM UTC-4, Mark in Beacon wrote: > > That reminds me of the old joke, starts out, IIRC, This stem walks into a > bar and says

[RBW] Re: Aesthetics Issue

2019-05-17 Thread 'Mark in Beacon' via RBW Owners Bunch
That reminds me of the old joke, starts out, IIRC, This stem walks into a bar and says, Hey, give me a wrap... On Friday, May 17, 2019 at 4:28:20 AM UTC-4, Garth wrote: > > It really doesn't matter in that seeing "the whole picture/story" every > stem/part/bike/thing makes sense for the given

[RBW] Re: Farmers Daughter Gravel Grinder

2019-05-15 Thread 'Mark in Beacon' via RBW Owners Bunch
Have fun!! -- 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 to this group, send email to

[RBW] Re: Farmers Daughter Gravel Grinder

2019-05-15 Thread 'Mark in Beacon' via RBW Owners Bunch
I went last year, lots of mud, lots of fun. My son has a fencing tournament Sunday, so I must wait for August and D2R2 to get my gravel event fix. -- 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: Nitto M18 vs Mini Front for carrying a basket

2019-05-11 Thread Mark Schneider
pounds up front (or more). These are heavier and less finished, but they work well and I have run them close to capacity (chainsaw). Mark On Saturday, May 11, 2019 at 10:46:43 AM UTC-7, jandrews wrote: > > I know the Mini Front is somewhat suspect for carrying a loaded basket on > , but

Re: [RBW] Dynamo lights

2019-05-09 Thread 'Mark in Beacon' via RBW Owners Bunch
Tax rules for internet sales recently changed. From what I understand, in addition to collecting tax in our State, the company I work for has to collect sales tax in those States where our sales go beyond a certain set minimum--a minimum which is different for each State. Kind of a nightmare,

Re: [RBW] Re: WTB 52cm Clementine frame and fork

2019-05-08 Thread 'Mark in Beacon' via RBW Owners Bunch
Thanks, Max. That's a 59, which I could ride, and I generally like bigger, but the 52 is what I'm after in a Clementine. Also I have almost all the parts from my original Clementine, so I seek a frame and fork only. On Wednesday, May 8, 2019 at 8:08:45 PM UTC-4, maxcr wrote: > > Maybe this one

[RBW] PSA 59CM Custom Riv on FC CL

2019-05-08 Thread 'Mark in Beacon' via RBW Owners Bunch
It's listed as a custom, so you'll probably need to ask the seller to estimate max tire size unless they know it offhand. -- 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,

[RBW] WTB 52cm Clementine frame and fork

2019-05-08 Thread 'Mark in Beacon' via RBW Owners Bunch
I know, a unicorn might be easier to find. But I understand they don't like to be ridden, so I'm trying for a Clementine frame and fork. Had one that I sold for financial reasons. Cash, trade or some of both. I have a 24" Raleigh International, Brooks saddles, various Riv-approved handlebars,

[RBW] Don't Miss Sights Around Las Vegas

2019-05-05 Thread 'Mark in Beacon' via RBW Owners Bunch
Hey Paul. I was in Las Vegas last fall for a trade show. On the last day, I rented a bike from a shop there for the day. They have a plan where they will drive you out to the sites, also rides where they lead you. I just pick the bike up there and Road. I went to red Rock canyon which is just

Re: [RBW] Re: Remember Islabikes?

2019-05-05 Thread 'Mark in Beacon' via RBW Owners Bunch
Removing the drive train? You mean to make it a stride a bike? The bikes being discussed are for kids presumably well-past that stage. And sure, my guy might not "care" but only because he has no baseline. In between the Islabike and the WOOM, I did assemble a nifty vintage GT Mt. Bike,

Re: [RBW] Re: Remember Islabikes?

2019-05-04 Thread 'Mark in Beacon' via RBW Owners Bunch
And to clarify, I don't worry about bike weight, but with kids I think it can be a negative when a bike ends up to be 35-50% of their body weight. On Saturday, May 4, 2019 at 5:16:55 PM UTC-4, Mark in Beacon wrote: > > Yes. Sold the 24" Islabike my son outgrew, got him a WOOM. Ver

Re: [RBW] Re: Remember Islabikes?

2019-05-04 Thread 'Mark in Beacon' via RBW Owners Bunch
Yes. Sold the 24" Islabike my son outgrew, got him a WOOM. Very nice bike. Much lighter that most of the kid's bikes from the major brands. They also tend to have at least somewhat proportional cranks , handlebars, and brake levers. I did extensive research and I think the Islabike and the WOOM

Re: [RBW] Re: Chevoit or Clem jr L

2019-05-02 Thread 'Mark in Beacon' via RBW Owners Bunch
She may have fallen off the bicycle writing, but she is still very much on the internet, blogging about her patterns and knitwear business based in Ireland. Accompanied by her stellar photography, of course. Almost makes me want to knit. But I think I'll just buy a pair of socks instead.

[RBW] Re: Will there be other riv-ish bikes on the 5 Borough Bike Tour (NYC)?

2019-05-02 Thread 'Mark in Beacon' via RBW Owners Bunch
fun! Mark "Did my 5BBT in the early 90s" in Beacon On Wednesday, May 1, 2019 at 8:22:03 PM UTC-4, Rachel P wrote: > > > Hi Folks! > > Just out of curiosity, anyone planning on doing this ride in NYC this > coming Sunday? I imagine it to be like a brief flash of

[RBW] Re: Chevoit or Clem jr L

2019-05-01 Thread 'Mark in Beacon' via RBW Owners Bunch
I was comparing a 52 Clementine with a 55 Cheviut. I recall in the original literature, the 59 Clementine was advertised as having a tad more "wiggle" under load. But as I say, and you say, both bikes in any size are capable of just about anything one would want a bike to do, other than try to

Re: [RBW] Chevoit or Clem jr L

2019-04-29 Thread 'Mark in Beacon' via RBW Owners Bunch
counterpoint: I grew to appreciate the yeoman like work a day style of the tig welded Clementine. Mine had just enough flourish, with the seat lug and the beautiful fork with the white paint on black to make it lovely. And the name and decals, just right. Bigger tires, as someone pointed out.

Re: [RBW] Re: Mystery bike in April Blahg

2019-04-29 Thread 'Mark in Beacon' via RBW Owners Bunch
For me, for better or worse, the decals and the model name and other possible flourishes are part and parcel of the bike. Clem's wouldn't be quite so klemish without that guy coming out of the manhole cover. Orosco pub has a cool head badge and a cool name, etc. (I left the voice recognition

Re: [RBW] Chevoit or Clem jr L

2019-04-29 Thread 'Mark in Beacon' via RBW Owners Bunch
I had a Clementine and helped a friend purchase a Cheviot. I would say for around town, and ease of on off-- that is, actually using the step-through-ability -- the Clementine wins. If the idea is more of a sport recreational ride, the Cheviot might be better suited. If the actual

[RBW] Re: Mystery bike in April Blahg

2019-04-29 Thread Mark Anderson
Neither the Clem-L, nor the Clem-H isn't a Clementine. Clem is just as good a hypocorism for Clementine as it is for Clement. Mark Anderson -- 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: Hand-Cranked Coffee Grinder Recommendation

2019-04-21 Thread Mark Schneider
. If you really love good coffee you might try roasting your own, there's no comparison, and you can get started with a cast iron skillet or even better a ceramic roaster like the Zen. Enjoy Mark On Sunday, April 21, 2019 at 8:05:47 AM UTC-7, SeanMac wrote: > > Hi all, > > I wi

[RBW] Re: Possible to remove cork grips w/out destroying them?

2019-04-19 Thread Mark Anderson
silicone grips and tightly fitting examples may not survive removal, or installation for that matter, even if they aren't glued at all. Good luck, Mark Anderson -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from

Re: [RBW] Re: What're the best cantilever brakes out there?

2019-04-17 Thread 'Mark in Beacon' via RBW Owners Bunch
Thanks Will. I thought they were called grub screws because they're so freaking tiny and always falling out of things onto the ground and you have to grub around looking for them. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To

Re: [RBW] Re: What're the best cantilever brakes out there?

2019-04-15 Thread 'Mark in Beacon' via RBW Owners Bunch
. The two main ones in my estimation would be brake setup and user expectation. n Monday, April 15, 2019 at 8:56:05 PM UTC-4, William deRosset wrote: > Dear Mark, > > Tektro cr720's are a fine enough brake, and when set up properly, work as > well as any. They have the significant advant

Re: [RBW] Re: What're the best cantilever brakes out there?

2019-04-15 Thread 'Mark in Beacon' via RBW Owners Bunch
James: I appreciate strong opinions, but I think saying that wide profile should be "discounted" for everything unless you are, to use a derogatory term, doing a "reenactment" is silly. My CR720s work just fine, as do my Dia Compe and Mafac wide profile brakes. I would guess you'll find other

Re: [RBW] Re: What're the best cantilever brakes out there?

2019-04-15 Thread 'Mark in Beacon' via RBW Owners Bunch
Beautiful bike, Steve. Built for the RH, and vice versa. -- 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

Re: [RBW] Tolkien themed MIT Atlantis

2019-04-10 Thread 'Mark in Beacon' via RBW Owners Bunch
Now that's texting. While taping? Black and White and read all over. -- 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] Re: Friction vs Indexed

2019-04-10 Thread 'Mark in Beacon' via RBW Owners Bunch
Indexing and STI require less thought from our minds and bodies, bringing us closer to the technological ideal of mind-lessness and thought-lessness that we seem to be striving for. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To

Re: [RBW] Grant’s Hillybike Concept Attempts to Restore Balance to the Speed of Humanity

2019-04-07 Thread Mark Schneider
It's why I put my kids in old Volvo's, it saved one of them when he went around a corner too fast and rolled, but old 240's are nothing if not slow and safe, wish they still made em On Friday, April 5, 2019 at 3:15:46 PM UTC-7, Patrick Moore wrote: > > One way to solve this for automobile

Re: [RBW] Re: To Helmet or not

2019-04-02 Thread 'Mark in Beacon' via RBW Owners Bunch
Did I miss something while I was away? What happened to the helmet thread? Did it get nixed for some reason or another? On Monday, April 1, 2019 at 5:52:50 PM UTC-4, Patrick Moore wrote: > > Sure, Joe. > > On Mon, Apr 1, 2019 at 1:36 PM Joe Bernard > wrote: > >> - I'm still weighing the

[RBW] Re: PSA: 2 Gus Boots For Sale on Riv Site

2019-04-01 Thread 'Mark in Beacon' via RBW Owners Bunch
I doubt it's a black and white issue for Rivendell. From what I have read, I think Grant sees bikes continually developing toward the e-bike model, with more and more of the technology becoming "black box." You might argue that disc brakes, in and of themselves, are not that. But taken with

Re: [RBW] Re: To Helmet or not

2019-03-30 Thread 'Mark in Beacon' via RBW Owners Bunch
I agree that was a good presentation. Although of course there are no stats available on "the odds" or "the consequences." Which I believe was one of Edwin's points. One situation where I would heartily recommend helmet use: when bringing up this topic on iBoB. Nice to give people the space

Re: [RBW] To Helmet or not

2019-03-30 Thread Mark Schneider
a fender-less bike I slow way down on that crossing, (so I don't get soaked) and the Atlantis I ride without fenders, has wider, safer tires on it. Mark On Saturday, March 30, 2019 at 12:05:27 PM UTC-7, Deacon Patrick wrote: > > Mark, > > I am thankful you are doing so well. I don

Re: [RBW] To Helmet or not

2019-03-30 Thread 'Mark in Beacon' via RBW Owners Bunch
I usually don't wear a helmet. Not when commuting or shopping. On group rides when a helmet is expected or required I will wear a helmet. I've come off the bike pretty hard both with and without a helmet. The withs were during USCF racing. Both times mild to serious concussions. I was in a

[RBW] Re: Why I’m excited for Boots, GBW

2019-03-29 Thread Mark Schneider
wait to see your build and har your impression. Mark On Friday, March 29, 2019 at 3:15:38 PM UTC-7, Deacon Patrick wrote: > > In modern parlance, Grant follows his bliss. He followed his bliss and > built bikes sized to fit people and have handlebars at or above saddle > height.

[RBW] To Helmet or not

2019-03-29 Thread Mark Schneider
make some errors, like not waiting for the traffic to pass, but I've crossed this spot many times this winter as well as turning around when there's too much water. I'm usually cautious as injuries heal slowly at my age. So my question is, helmet or no helmet, and if no helmet why? Thanks Mark

[RBW] Re: I got a MIT Atlantis

2019-03-27 Thread Mark Schneider
Nice Joe, I really like the look of the build, will be interested in hearing your detailed review. Have fun Mark On Wednesday, March 27, 2019 at 12:56:00 AM UTC-7, Joe Bernard wrote: > > ...from James and Candice at Analog Cycles, and it's cool as a cool thing! > > 53cm 650B >

[RBW] Re: RIVENDELL All Rounder for sale

2019-03-23 Thread Saturday Mark
value these inanimate objects too much... Mark On Thursday, March 21, 2019 at 7:51:43 AM UTC-7, Lee Taylor wrote: > > Original owner, 1996 All Rounder. 59 cm, extended head tube, S@S couplers, > 26 inch wheels. > Paint is beat up from years of touring and packing. Anyone have an idea > wha

[RBW] Re: WTB: Sackville Backabike Olive Rear Bags - Old Style

2019-03-22 Thread 'Mark in Beacon' via RBW Owners Bunch
I hope so, as it's been two and a half years since he started the search... -- 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] Re: FS: Rivendell Rosco Bubbe - Bronze

2019-03-13 Thread 'Mark in Beacon' via RBW Owners Bunch
Howdy It's you Ryan, Nice bicycle! Question: Is that an uncut one inch threaded fork with spacers and an adapter for a threadless stem? -- 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: SUPPORT YOUR BICYCLE COMPANY

2019-03-11 Thread Mark Schneider
ains stock since I bought it in 2011 has only needed the cables and chain replaced. Mark On Monday, March 11, 2019 at 2:42:28 AM UTC-7, Howard Ramsay wrote: > > I believe one way I can help RBW survive is to shop their website. Sure, > I can comparison shop for a "better deal&quo

[RBW] Re: Question on matching rim - tire width

2019-03-10 Thread Mark Anderson
) caliper brake quick releases just open the brake a certain amount relative to the operational setting. Thus, the wider the rim, the wider the inflated tire that can pass through the opened brakes. -- Mark Anderson in Chicago -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google

[RBW] Re: Changing brake hoods

2019-03-07 Thread 'Mark in Beacon' via RBW Owners Bunch
Okay. I'll go with that. But why would non aero be any different than aero, assuming you disconnect the cable with the former? -- 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

[RBW] Re: Changing brake hoods

2019-03-06 Thread 'Mark in Beacon' via RBW Owners Bunch
You still wouldn't need to remove them from the bar if they were non aero levers. You would however need to disconnect the cable and housing. -- 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: railbiking video

2019-03-06 Thread 'Mark in Beacon' via RBW Owners Bunch
Beautiful. But also very sad, in that we've let a network of hundreds of smaller rail lines that once formed an efficient transportation system system fall into ruin. We have a stretch of one here in Beacon that connects to the main rail line heading to New York City that would be perfect with

[RBW] Re: Question on matching rim - tire width

2019-03-05 Thread Mark Schneider
for a Homer, they're great rims. Mark On Monday, March 4, 2019 at 5:33:27 PM UTC-8, Ash wrote: > > Velocity has a 'optimal' tire width specified for their rims. > > A23: 23mm - 35mm > Atlas: 28mm - 45mm > Cliffhanger: 45mm - 65mm > and so forth. > > What's the effect

Re: [RBW] Re: Compass Antelope Pass 700 x 55: the fat tire arms race continues

2019-02-26 Thread Mark Schneider
I've been riding on my lighter Homer and Trek 613 also with compass tires, 700x35 and 650bx38 respectively. I think if I already had the super-light Schwalbe's I'd be satisfied, right now I'm comparing apples to oranges, sort of. Mark On Monday, February 25, 2019 at 8:51:04 AM UTC-8, Patrick

[RBW] Re: Dear Riv, please make a wider Noodle

2019-02-26 Thread Mark Schneider
I see Analog cycles has a dirt drop Nitto bar tha's 52mm wide, and in black (hubba hubba). I've come close to buying it several times recently. Wonder if anyone tried them. Mark Loma Mar On Saturday, June 23, 2018 at 1:55:10 PM UTC-7, ctifusion wrote: > > I'm sure the 666mm Crust bars a

[RBW] Re: Race Report from Norcal High School Mountain Bike Racing League

2019-02-24 Thread Mark Schneider
Well done, I remember your 200K ride report mentioned you coached the HS Mb. team. We appreciate your hard work, giving the kids a great role model. Mark On Sunday, February 24, 2019 at 3:27:16 PM UTC-8, Bill Lindsay wrote: > > This is not as off-topic as you may think. Grant is

[RBW] Re: Compass Antelope Pass 700 x 55: the fat tire arms race continues

2019-02-24 Thread Mark Schneider
I put one on the rear on my Atlantis, I have a Schwalbe G-One on the front. It fairly transforms the ride more than any tire change I've made and I switched from 42mm SOMA Vitesse XL which are very nice riding. Thinking of running it tubeless. Mark On Tuesday, June 5, 2018 at 8:48:35 AM UTC-7

[RBW] Re: Riv is again advertising the Rodeo on the frames page

2019-02-24 Thread Mark Schneider
this change is indicative of progress in finding an alternative. Mark On Friday, February 22, 2019 at 5:29:42 PM UTC-8, tc wrote: > > I just reloaded the page to make sure my eyes weren't foolin' me...check > it out: > > > https://www.rivbike.com/collections/framesets/produ

[RBW] Re: My first Rivendell!

2019-02-21 Thread 'Mark in Beacon' via RBW Owners Bunch
I'm not sure it's fair to characterize all the components as "cheap" which often implies poor quality as much as it does low price. If it came with the stock Silver crank, for instance, those sell for $220. Not outrageous by today's bloated measures, but not cheap. And a fine crank. The bars

[RBW] Re: Off Topic: Questions about MacBook Pro, external monitor, heat, and screen burn-in

2019-02-21 Thread Mark Schneider
to the CPU, pretty sure it's a heat issue. Look on the "Snazzy Labs" youtube channel for a lot of how to stuff for Macs. Been repair laptops for years and the 2014 isn't bad for access compared to the new ones. Mark On Tuesday, February 19, 2019 at 12:49:10 PM UTC-8, Patrick M

[RBW] PSA: Romulus FS

2019-02-19 Thread Mark Schneider
No affiliation, sounds nice though, not my size. https://sfbay.craigslist.org/eby/bik/d/hayward-rivendell-romulus/6822769789.html -- 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: How do you choose fenders--colors, materials, etc., whether to fender or not

2019-02-14 Thread 'Mark in Beacon' via RBW Owners Bunch
Bill is more of an engineer than I am, and more meticulous with his builds. I definitely know what color my fenders need to be first, then I figure out the rest! But on this list most bikes are capable of taking fenders of some sort or another, without resorting to kludges. -- You received

[RBW] Re: How do you choose fenders--colors, materials, etc., whether to fender or not

2019-02-13 Thread 'Mark in Beacon' via RBW Owners Bunch
Of course for the serious fenderscenti, it's a big faux pas to run them without the proper mud flaps installed... -- 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

[RBW] Re: Swaping one Riv for another

2019-02-11 Thread Mark Schneider
longer top tubes and more rake. Right now I'm not riding fenders on the Atlantis because of overlap, even though I'm using clipless pedals (I know...)my big feet just get in the way. Mark On Sunday, February 10, 2019 at 5:32:09 PM UTC-8, John Bokman wrote: > > I'm a super-duper happy

Re: [RBW] Re: Tubeless questions

2019-02-09 Thread Mark Anderson
d in liquid form. So, the solvent/carrier can probably also dissolve/permeate the latex tube. Nick's empirical evidence is consistent with this scenario. Butyl rubber is resistant to many organic solvents that damage natural latex. The oozing may well subside only when the tube is fully destroyed

[RBW] Re: daily post ur riv

2019-02-07 Thread 'Mark in Beacon' via RBW Owners Bunch
That mountain bubbe is really cool. I love that color. Are you zapping up your own racks there? -- 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

Re: [RBW] Re: 25th Anniversary Riv

2019-02-04 Thread 'Mark in Beacon' via RBW Owners Bunch
You make a good point. But I think we should go for the gold while we can... -- 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

Re: [RBW] Re: 25th Anniversary Riv

2019-02-04 Thread 'Mark in Beacon' via RBW Owners Bunch
Gold-plated, fillet-brazed Clementine. -- 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 to this

[RBW] Re: Moose bar comparisons

2019-02-03 Thread Mark Schneider
I've always felt like width=more torque through leverage. I'm wondering if you've considered Jones H bars, or the new Wavie. Personally I like Bosco's but the 58's felt too narrow, I'm currently running the 58's and I use multiple hand positions on them. Mark On Sunday, February 3, 2019 at 3

[RBW] Re: Why not bigger clearances?

2019-02-01 Thread 'Mark in Beacon' via RBW Owners Bunch
Cuz then there would only be...one model;? 2.25" tires are not needed on every bike. It's overkill for people who only ride bike paths and nice roads, which many do. And in the 700C size, I for one don't love the handling. Why not make every bike fit 2.35"? There is something beautiful about

[RBW] Re: Coffeeneuring on A Stolen Clem

2019-02-01 Thread Mark Schneider
Leah, Delightful post as always. My wife has a gorgeous and under ridden Betty, and yes I steal it occasionally when she's out. Short rides into town or on the fire roads behind our house, cheap thrills Thanks Mark On Thursday, January 31, 2019 at 4:16:27 PM UTC-8, Bicycle Belle Ding Ding

[RBW] Re: FS: Medium Sackville 120.00

2019-01-30 Thread Mark Schneider
Sold! On Wednesday, January 30, 2019 at 10:03:45 AM UTC-8, Mark Schneider wrote: > > I have most of the old Sackville bags, I decided to sell the medium since > I use my rodentia nibbled small 90% of the time. Asking 120.00 shipped via > snail mail. > I take paypal > > Tha

[RBW] Re: PSA Rivendell Atlantis Frame

2019-01-30 Thread Mark Schneider
Wish it was local, my 58 is a tad too small. Mark On Tuesday, January 29, 2019 at 8:45:33 PM UTC-8, Jonathan D. wrote: > > Here is a CL add for a 61 Atlantis frame. > > Rivendell Atlantis Touring Frame & Fork > > https://portland.craigslist.org/mlt/bik/d/portland-rive

[RBW] Re: Mix-n-Match Knobbies and Slicks: Which goes in the Front?

2019-01-27 Thread Mark Schneider
can be climbed with a slick. Mark On Friday, January 25, 2019 at 1:39:39 PM UTC-8, Collin A wrote: > > Oh Hey, > > I was curious what folks run in regards to a mix-n-match tire combo for > minimal pavement riding. I understand a traditional setup is to have the > knobby tire up

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