Re: [RBW] are there any true 700x40 plush, high tpi tires?

2013-03-24 Thread Mike Williams
Hey Rob, Thanks for the heads up on the Nomads. I ordered a set. I think they will be perfect for what I'm looking for Sent from my iPhone On Mar 24, 2013, at 7:33 AM, Chris Lampe clampe1...@cox.net wrote: Those Nomads look really interesting and I like the fact that the blue square on

Re: [RBW] Re: Homers new shoes

2013-03-26 Thread Mike Williams
No. Those are 700x47. (44.5 actual) Sent from my iPhone On Mar 26, 2013, at 10:27 AM, William tapebu...@gmail.com wrote: GAH! More 650B tires that I have to buy! Curses! On Monday, March 25, 2013 11:04:28 PM UTC-7, Michael Williams wrote: Got some new tires for the Hilsen.

Re: [RBW] Will a Hilsen fit the Rock N Road Tires?

2013-03-28 Thread Mike Williams
Measurements aside,The RnRs will fit a Hilsen on Synergy rims. Speaking from experience Sent from my iPhone On Mar 28, 2013, at 2:50 PM, Cycletex clifwrightpho...@yahoo.com wrote: I just read somewhere back in the archives that a Hilsen will (just barely) fit a Marathon Supreme 50c

Re: [RBW] Re: New Riv owner

2013-03-29 Thread Mike Williams
Hey Pondero,You're bikes are beautiful Sent from my iPhone On Mar 29, 2013, at 5:11 AM, Pondero cj.spin...@gmail.com wrote: Hey John, North Texas Riv owner reporting in. All's well up in northwest Denton County... http://pawndero.wordpress.com/ Come up and do some rural rides

Re: [RBW] Pics of you on your Rivendell.

2013-03-30 Thread Mike Williams
Hey Pondero in your homepage on your blog, What tires are on your QB? Thanks. -Mike Sent from my iPhone On Mar 30, 2013, at 6:31 AM, Pondero cj.spin...@gmail.com wrote: ...in which I learn how much work it is to make even a poor quality video... Me and the Quickbeam...

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: Spring Cleaning Updated: Bars, tires, brake levers, crank

2013-04-03 Thread Mike Williams
Noodles are spoken for Sent from my iPhone On Apr 3, 2013, at 6:36 PM, Rando Rambo rambora...@gmail.com wrote: Hi Michael, I will take the Nitto Noodle Bar 46cm if they are available. Please let me know how you would like to arrange this? thanks, Parviz -- You received this

Re: [RBW] South East Bay Overnight Trip 4/8-4/9?

2013-04-07 Thread Mike Williams
Hey Manny. I'm in for camping. Just let me know when and where to meet. It's gonna be swet! Sent from my iPhone On Apr 4, 2013, at 2:30 PM, Manuel Acosta manueljohnaco...@hotmail.com wrote: On the Spring Break looking to do some overnight camping maybe near San Jose as I still need

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: Spring Cleaning Updated: Bars, tires, brake levers, crank

2013-04-11 Thread Mike Williams
Sold them already Sent from my iPhone On Apr 11, 2013, at 2:19 AM, Phil Bickford phi...@sonic.net wrote: Hey Michael - Do you still have the pair of Jack Brown 700c x 33.3 mm for 70$ ?? Paypal ?? Will you take 60$ Phil B -- You received this message because you are

Re: [RBW] Re: Anyone gone to all upright bars - Albatross, Bosco, etc?

2013-04-16 Thread Mike Williams
They're pretty good on headwinds. I find them great on dirt including some rough stuff. -Mike Sent from my iPhone On Apr 16, 2013, at 11:55 AM, PATRICK MOORE bertin...@gmail.com wrote: Another question about the Albatross bar. One problem is that I'm asking the Fargo to do a very wide

Re: [RBW] Re: Anyone gone to all upright bars - Albatross, Bosco, etc?

2013-04-16 Thread Mike Williams
Patrick, maybe try them upside down. Really good for wind and still good for dirt. If you're thinking about it. Go with a slightly longer stem like a 11cm Sent from my iPhone On Apr 16, 2013, at 12:34 PM, PATRICK MOORE bertin...@gmail.com wrote: BTW, by headwind I don't mean a slight

Re: [RBW] Nice to Ride the Bombadil again..

2013-05-01 Thread Mike Williams
Kelly what size is your Bomba? It is s nice! And do you know the sizes in general? Thanks. -Mikw Sent from my iPhone On May 1, 2013, at 10:59 AM, Kelly tkslee...@gmail.com wrote: Well it's great to ride the Bombadil again.. it's just a ride like no other bike I have. I got

Re: [RBW] Nice to Ride the Bombadil again..

2013-05-01 Thread Mike Williams
Thanks Kelly. I meant do they go 56/60/64?-Mike Sent from my iPhone On May 1, 2013, at 7:07 PM, Kelly tkslee...@gmail.com wrote: Mike Mine is a 64cm /older style. I'm not sure what you mean by sizes in general. I'm 6'5 about 225 Kelly -- You received this message because

Re: [RBW] Re: Appaloosa - the first of a whole new horse breed?

2013-05-05 Thread Mike Williams
Patrick, the Sycip Wonderbar is awesome. I have them on my QB not drilled for barend shifters though. - Mike Sent from my iPhone On May 5, 2013, at 9:18 AM, PATRICK MOORE bertin...@gmail.com wrote: Jeremy -- excellent information -- answers my question exactly. Thanks a lot. I've

Re: [RBW] Clackamas River Ramble

2013-05-10 Thread Mike Williams
Jeez Mike that looks like a great day on the bike.Glad you were able to get out.-Mike Sent from my iPhone On May 10, 2013, at 2:11 PM, Mike mjawn...@gmail.com wrote: The weather here in Portland has been spectacularly and uncharacteristically magnificent for the past week. I was

Re: [RBW] The Spokesman

2013-05-12 Thread Mike Williams
Thanks for sharing Sent from my iPhone On May 12, 2013, at 8:11 PM, velomann velom...@gmail.com wrote: Great short video of a bike collector. Pretty sure that's a copy of Just Ride he's thumbing through there too. http://vimeo.com/65542790 -- You received this message because you are

Re: [RBW] Are Rivendells too versatile?

2013-05-16 Thread Mike Williams
I've never enjoyed riding so much as with Albatross bars. So comfortable and so fun! They just feel right. - Mike Sent from my iPhone On May 16, 2013, at 9:20 AM, Mike mjawn...@gmail.com wrote: I've had my Hilsen now almost 5yrs. It's been a great bike and quite versatile. I've used it

Re: [RBW] Re: WTB:Schwalbe Marathon Dureme 700x50

2013-05-24 Thread Mike Williams
Thanks for the info Mike. Perfect! -Mike Sent from my iPhone On May 24, 2013, at 7:33 AM, Mike mjawn...@gmail.com wrote: I think the RBW site mentioned something about them going out of production. RBW has the 700x50 Marathon Greenguards in stock. Schwalbe has released the new Marathon

Re: [RBW] Re: UnRacer Paraphernalia description.

2013-05-30 Thread Mike Williams
Well put Shawn M. Sent from my iPhone On May 30, 2013, at 1:52 PM, shawn m. smula...@gmail.com wrote: I guess I never considered 'unracer' to be equivalent to 'anti-racer'. I've never been a racer, but I'm a long-time fan of events like the Classics, BORAF, etc. I find the 'Unracer'

Re: [RBW] Re: Country Bike In-The-City Ramble, Portland Oregon, Sunday 9 June

2013-06-07 Thread Mike Williams
I really like the idea/ sound of this ride. If you could post a post ride report/ pics that would be swell! Thanks. -Mike Sent from my iPhone On Jun 7, 2013, at 10:21 AM, Shawn Granton urbanadventurelea...@gmail.com wrote: Just bumping this thread as the ride is this Sunday. Hope to see

Re: [RBW] Albas as mood lifter for Maryland people?

2013-06-30 Thread Mike Williams
Its great that theyre lifting others spirits but its more important that theyre lifting yours! Best bars ever! Sent from my iPhone On Jun 30, 2013, at 9:04 PM, Michael john11.2...@gmail.com wrote: Since I have started riding with Albas, I have noticed that people are smiling and saying

Re: [RBW] FS Sackville, Grip Kings some non-Riv items

2013-02-15 Thread Mike Williams
Hey. I'll take the Volpe F/F/HS if still available. Thanks. ~Mike Sent from my iPhone On Feb 15, 2013, at 10:51 AM, EGNolan egno...@gmail.com wrote: I need to sell some things, I was hoping I wouldn't need to. There are photos here:

Re: [RBW] Re: are there any true 700x40 plush, high tpi tires?

2013-03-22 Thread Mike Williams
Thanks to everyone for the replies Sent from my iPhone On Mar 22, 2013, at 4:45 AM, ascpgh asc@gmail.com wrote: A quick review of information from selected manufacturers' websites reinforced some fundamentals on this subject. From Michelin: The finer the thread the higher the density.

Re: [RBW] Are fenders necessary for a Pacific NW tour in August?

2013-07-19 Thread Mike Williams
Well, I shouldve stated that I have 55 Big Bens on my Atlantis. I dont think i could squeeze those under fenders. The disadvantage would be cost of new tires+ fenders Sent from my iPhone On Jul 19, 2013, at 9:43 AM, Ron Mc bulldog...@gmail.com wrote: the advantages of leaving them on

Re: [RBW] Re: Crazy Idea: Riv National Jamboree

2013-08-14 Thread Mike Williams
Hey Anne and group,I guess I was confusing in my post. I was just putting in a good word for the midwest. I live in San Fran and would have no way of hosting in the midwest. -Mike Sent from my iPhone On Aug 13, 2013, at 9:36 AM, Anne Paulson anne.paul...@gmail.com wrote: So we now,

Re: [RBW] Re: What do Rivendell riders wear for cycling shorts for long rides?

2013-08-14 Thread Mike Williams
I second the jorts!! Sent from my iPhone On Aug 14, 2013, at 2:05 PM, erik jensen bicyclen...@gmail.com wrote: jortz On Wed, Aug 14, 2013 at 2:02 PM, Patrick Moore bertin...@gmail.com wrote: My purpose in my snide remark (not really snide, more ironic) was to say that sometimes we are

Re: [RBW] WTB 64cm Atlantis

2013-08-18 Thread Mike Williams
Na. Mike Sent from my iPhone On Aug 18, 2013, at 4:49 PM, James Warren jimcwar...@earthlink.net wrote: Tony? Sent from my iPhone On Aug 18, 2013, at 4:38 PM, Michael Williams mkernanwilli...@gmail.com wrote: Hey group, Just throwing it out there. Seeing if anyone has a 64cm

Re: [RBW] Santa Cruz Mountains S24O - Monday (yes!) Sept. 2nd.

2013-08-21 Thread Mike Williams
Andrew, I might be interested. Sounds fun, and Ive never really ridden in the SC mountains. I'll let you know soon!I'll be coming from SF. -Mike Sent from my iPhone On Aug 21, 2013, at 3:29 PM, Andrew Letton let...@flash.net wrote: Hello Friends, I'm planning a birthday

Re: [RBW] Mini Riv Ramble.

2013-08-25 Thread Mike Williams
Mike, Tommy, Andy; I gotta ride with you guys because every time I see one of your guys' photo sets I say to myself thats somewhere I want to be!! Nice photos Mike!-Mike Sent from my iPhone On Aug 25, 2013, at 5:53 PM, Mike mjawn...@gmail.com wrote: Got out for a few hours riding

Re: [RBW] Re: Stolen SimpleOne (Sacramento)

2013-08-31 Thread Mike Williams
Yess! So glad to hear you got you bike back, Just made my day! -Mike Sent from my iPhone On Aug 31, 2013, at 11:54 AM, David davidboydle...@gmail.com wrote: Found! Thirty days later. Pawn shop in town had it listed on CL. Very kind RBW Group member alerted me to it. It's

Re: [RBW] Re: Yet another virtual new bike

2013-09-12 Thread Mike Williams
Hey Leafslayer, Go with the Albas!!! -Mike Sent from my iPhone On Sep 12, 2013, at 9:18 AM, Mike mjawn...@gmail.com wrote: David, this is further inspiration for me to put Albas on my Hilsen. Time for such things is at a premium right now but I think an Albafied Hilsen will be perfect

Re: [RBW] Randonnerding totally loaded in Vermont and New Hampshire

2013-09-24 Thread Mike Williams
Looks like a wonderful trip! Thanks for sharing Matt, and the bike looks perfect!-Mike Sent from my iPhone On Sep 24, 2013, at 7:02 AM, Matt Beebe matthiasbe...@gmail.com wrote: Hi All, just thought I'd share some photos from a recent ride to Vermont. I went to the Northeast

Re: [RBW] Hetre/Synergy safety issue?

2013-10-25 Thread Mike Williams
I also have ridden the Hetre/ Synergy combo and have never had any kind of issue. I dont know the exact mileage, but a good couple years worth of riding on roads and trails Sent from my iPhone On Oct 25, 2013, at 1:55 PM, Joan Oppel oppel...@verizon.net wrote: I have at least 5,000

Re: [RBW] Re: Verboort Sausage Festival Ride Report

2013-11-04 Thread Mike Williams
Sounds like a fun time, lots o sillyness!! Sent from my iPhone On Nov 4, 2013, at 3:23 PM, Zack zack...@gmail.com wrote: Some highlights/snippets: The thoroughly be-lycra'd gentleman in Forest Park actually said to Andy: What is this, give a bike to a hipster day? We discussed

Re: [RBW] Once you go Riv can you ever go back?

2013-11-17 Thread Mike Williams
Hey Leafslayer! Glad to see youre able to sneak away for a ride, and throw some albas on the LHT. Youll love 'em! -mike Sent from my iPhone On Nov 17, 2013, at 9:21 PM, Mike mjawn...@gmail.com wrote: I was getting ready for today's ride and trying to decide between getting kitted up

Re: [RBW] Re: 700x50 Big Apples fit an Homer Hilsen?

2013-11-22 Thread Mike Williams
Hey Mike, Have you had a chance to ride the c-lines yet? -Mike W. Sent from my iPhone On Nov 22, 2013, at 8:52 PM, Mike mjawn...@gmail.com wrote: On Friday, November 22, 2013 10:22:08 AM UTC-8, Kelly wrote: However the 700x37 Pasela has been the most comfortable good rolling

Re: [RBW] Wool socks

2013-12-12 Thread Mike Williams
+3 on the darn toughs, theyre comfy and sturdy Sent from my iPhone On Dec 12, 2013, at 1:20 PM, Lyle Bogart lylebog...@gmail.com wrote: +1 on the Darn Toughs. Wonderful socks... On Thursday, 12 December 2013, Nancy Seibel wrote: Darn Tough socks, made in Vermont. They are great and come

Re: [RBW] Bleriot First Ride

2013-12-26 Thread Mike Williams
Hey Eric. I have 2 brand new in plastic pairs of hetres. 1) clay. 2) white/ cream. That id be willing to sell for 100/pair and you pay shipping, Im in SF BTW. -Mike Sent from my iPhone On Dec 26, 2013, at 8:01 PM, Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com wrote: I admit I'm a little troubled

Re: [RBW] Bleriot First Ride

2013-12-26 Thread Mike Williams
Justin, the clay ones are claimed, the whites are yours if you want them. -Mike Sent from my iPhone On Dec 26, 2013, at 8:42 PM, justinaug...@gmail.com wrote: Hey- I'll take those clay ones if no one else claims them white ones too! -J -- You received this message because you

Re: [RBW] AHH, 4H and the Driveway moment.

2013-12-29 Thread Mike Williams
Hey Thomas Nice to see the bike built up, Looks so sweet! Thats my old bike! -Mike Sent from my iPhone On Dec 29, 2013, at 6:00 PM, Capital T graves.tho...@gmail.com wrote: I hear that people who drive cars have this experience they call a driveway moment where they get home and the

Re: [RBW] AHH, 4H and the Driveway moment.

2013-12-29 Thread Mike Williams
My pleasure, And i apologize for my lack of bicycle cosmetic upkeep Sent from my iPhone On Dec 29, 2013, at 6:30 PM, Capital T graves.tho...@gmail.com wrote: Thanks Mike. And thanks for the bike! (I got some denatured alcohol and am going to get some of your old shellac off the frame

Re: [RBW] 650Bx ~2.0 tires, real widths

2014-01-06 Thread Mike Williams
Thank you Lee, Michael and Mike, for the info Sent from my iPhone On Jan 6, 2014, at 2:46 PM, Lee Chae leec...@stanford.edu wrote: Hi Michael. Here is a link to a shared spreadsheet of 650B tire measurements. Feel free to contribute to it and pass it around. (Note that I'm not the

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: 650B Vee Speedsters

2014-01-08 Thread Mike Williams
Hey David, Will you take some measurements of the thunder burts and post to the list when you mount them? Thanks! -Mike Sent from my iPhone On Jan 8, 2014, at 2:27 PM, cyclotourist cyclotour...@gmail.com wrote: Tires are sold, thanks for the interest! Cheers, David it isn't a

Re: [RBW] Re: Anyone on the list try the Brooks Cambium (C17)?

2014-01-08 Thread Mike Williams
Good info, thank you Stewart Sent from my iPhone On Jan 8, 2014, at 2:42 PM, slogie stewart.lo...@gmail.com wrote: I have one on my MTB, and actually paid Brooks for it! The feel isn't as good as the Brooks leather ones that I have on two other bikes. The material does give, and as such

Re: [RBW] Bike Camping. We are DOING IT WRONG

2014-01-15 Thread Mike Williams
Looks like the means to play cricket in the right foreground, Im definitely bringing that next time! -Mike Sent from my iPhone On Jan 15, 2014, at 9:21 AM, Christopher Chen cc...@nougat.org wrote: I can't compete. http://www.flickr.com/photos/nlireland/11961422373/ -- I want the

Re: [RBW] RBW 20th Anniversary Gathering and Entmoot -- SF Bay edition

2014-01-22 Thread Mike Williams
Absolutely wonderful Philip! Thanks so much for sharing Sent from my iPhone On Jan 22, 2014, at 3:34 PM, Philip Williamson philip.william...@gmail.com wrote: A bit more work on the poster/graphic in the last two days. Black Block version:

Re: [RBW] Re: Looking for my first Rivendell

2014-02-01 Thread Mike Williams
Hey Mike, welcome to the group! Will, who is an employee at Rivendell owns both a Hunq and a Sam in 62cm, I know cuz I ride with him a bit, he would be the man to talk to! Either way, I dont think you can go wrong. Good luck man! -Mike Sent from my iPhone On Feb 1, 2014, at 12:59

Re: [RBW] Re: SKS P55 fenders

2014-02-10 Thread Mike Williams
Thank you Jeremy, i definitely wouldnt want to impact the durability of something. Sent from my iPhone On Feb 10, 2014, at 5:22 PM, Jeremy Till jeremy.t...@gmail.com wrote: The SKS fender size isn't just a matter of the stay length but also the radius at which the fender is curved.

Re: [RBW] Re: Not Riv, exactly...

2014-02-12 Thread Mike Williams
Oh my, this is gonna be sweet!! Sent from my iPhone On Feb 12, 2014, at 5:44 PM, Mike Schiller mikeybi...@rocketmail.com wrote: carry 100+ lbs? That is a big load. I'll be watching to see what Bob does with that. I'm looking forward to get mine from Bob really soon. It's finished

Re: [RBW] Aeropress review, ride report, and cycling legends.

2014-02-27 Thread Mike Williams
Great story/ write up Mr. Jinxed, highly enjoyable and entertaining in a real world, real people way! -Mike Sent from my iPhone On Feb 27, 2014, at 4:06 PM, jinxed hbcl...@yahoo.com wrote: All rides are good rides...some rides are outstanding. I had an unexpectedly outstanding one

Re: [RBW] I want my late model 57 Hilsen back...who wants to trade me for a 56 All Rounder?

2014-03-02 Thread Mike Williams
I have a 63Hilsen and it definitely fits RnRs on Synergy rims, not with a fender, but without a fender, no prob, ive even put 50mm Duremes on my Hilsen, but those any measure ~46mm, now those are a tight squeeze! Sent from my iPhone On Mar 2, 2014, at 4:15 PM, Mike Schiller

Re: [RBW] Looking for some advice, contacts in Portland

2014-03-05 Thread Mike Williams
Way to go CC! Sent from my iPhone On Mar 5, 2014, at 9:52 PM, cyclotourist cyclotour...@gmail.com wrote: I can't say enough how fantastic the people in this little corner of the internet are. Wow. Just wow. You're awesome, Chris! Cheers, David it isn't a contest. Just enjoy

Re: [RBW] FS: 64cm Quickbeam FFHS - Orange $550.00

2014-03-08 Thread Mike Williams
Wow! What a deal, someone snag this Sent from my iPhone On Mar 8, 2014, at 9:56 AM, Marty mgie...@mac.com wrote: Culling the herd (for now) to my original SS and the Handsome XOXO I picked up recently. Beautiful orange 64cm Quickbeam FFHS offered for $550.00 + actual shipping from

Re: [RBW] Re: 'Nother 65 Redwood

2014-03-11 Thread Mike Williams
Excellent old skool hip hop reference Bill! Sent from my iPhone On Mar 11, 2014, at 4:19 PM, Bill Lindsay tapebu...@gmail.com wrote: Along with free shipping!? Gee whiz. Isn't there a 90's hip-hop song about this? I wish I was a little bit taller. I wish I was a baller. I wish I had

Re: [RBW] Grant on tires

2014-03-14 Thread Mike Williams
Speaking of tires, I have to give a plug for the Cont. CX speed that Riv sells, if you havnt ridden that tire, you ought too. Its pretty darn light ~ 420grams, and feels supple to me and SUPER grippy, even has flat protection. Unimprovable( made up word) for the kind of riding I enjoy!

Re: [RBW] FS: Rivendell SaddleSack medium olive

2014-03-24 Thread Mike Williams
I'll take it!!! Sent from my iPhone On Mar 23, 2014, at 1:42 PM, Brad Mitchell frit...@gmail.com wrote: I have too many bags, and am trying to cut back. I have a really nice medium size SaddleSack if anyone is interested..figured I'd post here first before trying eBay. Has some of the

Re: [RBW] Not all Hilsens are created equal...BG RnR clearance fail

2014-03-26 Thread Mike Williams
That is strange, The RnRs fit easy on my Hilsen on Synergy rims, Maybe go with the crimp! Sent from my iPhone On Mar 26, 2014, at 6:23 PM, jinxed hbcl...@yahoo.com wrote: Wellsometimes the best laid plans are just to no avail. Out of completely serendipitous luck the timing of my

Re: [RBW] FS: Tires, Lowwww prices, Nitto R-14

2014-03-27 Thread Mike Williams
Hey Justin, Still interested in the R-14? -Mike Sent from my iPhone On Mar 22, 2014, at 9:09 PM, justinaug...@gmail.com wrote: I'll take the r14. Where should I paypal? -J -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To

Re: [RBW] Upright Riding Saddles.

2014-04-05 Thread Mike Williams
Id say stick with the B17 and try tilting the nose up a bit, it might force you a little rearward and maybe more upright, it works for me! -Mike Sent from my iPhone On Apr 5, 2014, at 6:48 PM, David Banzer daban...@gmail.com wrote: With a Redwood now in the house, I'm re-purposing my

Re: [RBW] WTT: Baggins Panniers for an Albastache bar

2014-04-09 Thread Mike Williams
Hey there, its Brad right? I might have exchanged some emails in the past with you via the forum.How do the bags attach? You just throw them over the rack and use an irish strap to secure them? Im potentially interested if you havnt sold them yet. Thanks-Mike Sent from my iPhone

Re: [RBW] Bay Area Overnight, May 16, 17, 18?

2014-04-09 Thread Mike Williams
Hey CC, i could be down to camp Sunday night( 18th). Let me know, -Mike Sent from my iPhone On Apr 9, 2014, at 11:17 AM, Chris Chen cc...@nougat.org wrote: Gonna be around. Anyone up for a quick overnight one of those nights? cc -- I want the kind of six pack you can't drink. --

Re: [RBW] WTT: Baggins Panniers for an Albastache bar

2014-04-09 Thread Mike Williams
Hey Brad, I think I'll take the panniers, should I paypal to this address? Thank you man! -Mike Sent from my iPhone On Apr 9, 2014, at 4:19 PM, jinxed hbcl...@yahoo.com wrote: Brad indeed. And good question. I've never mounted them, so I had to look, and I think you're absolutely

Re: [RBW] WTT: Baggins Panniers for an Albastache bar

2014-04-10 Thread Mike Williams
Actually Brad, Check that, I was thinking about it last night and I wanted to run the panniers with a zip tied big basket but I dont think the panniers would allow for that combination because they would get in the way. Good luck selling them man, seems like a great deal! -Mike Sent

Re: [RBW] Ride Report: The Hundred Mile Burger

2014-04-14 Thread Mike Williams
Please tell me you were listening to Woody Guthrie's ' Columbia River Collection' on this wonderful adventure! It would pair nicely. Great write up/ pics CC Sent from my iPhone On Apr 14, 2014, at 12:41 AM, Chris Chen cc...@nougat.org wrote: Or: How I fell in love with my bicycle again.

Re: [RBW] Re: Rivendell: Normcore for Cyclists?

2014-04-17 Thread Mike Williams
Hey Michael Williams, thats me! Sent from my iPhone On Apr 17, 2014, at 12:39 PM, Evan evanellio...@gmail.com wrote: It’s conformity packaged as non-conformity wrapped up in bike shorts and goofy relics from Seinfeld. This is what a fashion blogger named Michael Williams says about

Re: [RBW] Re: Quickbeam Tire and Gearing Recommendations

2014-04-29 Thread Mike Williams
Ive got a QB and Ive never known about the even/ even gearing. Hmmm. My gearing is 38/17 ( good for SF hills) for road and 32/19 fo dirt, couldnt be happier, Im also lucky enough to have skinny-ish rims that allow me to run BG RnRs. Hope this helps Patrick, youre gonna love it! -Mike

Re: [RBW] Re: sighted: double-top tube Atlantis!

2014-05-01 Thread Mike Williams
I am the proud owner of the 2TT 64cm Atlantis, I'll post some pics when I finish the build. Its not a stock thing to my knowkedge, Im just a fan of the 2TT. I sold a 61cm that always felt a tad small. Super excited to build it up and ride on!-Mike Sent from my iPhone On May 1,

Re: [RBW] Re: Apply to Beausage

2014-05-07 Thread Mike Williams
Wow! Nice archive reference Bubba! Sent from my iPhone On May 7, 2014, at 5:07 PM, Bill Lindsay tapebu...@gmail.com wrote: This was in standard Grant usage years ago. Here's 2011 bosco-rubbe-contd On Tuesday, May 6, 2014 10:41:31 PM UTC-7, Christopher Chen wrote:

Re: [RBW] FS: Nitto Lugged seatpost. $150 shipping included to lower 48

2014-05-16 Thread Mike Williams
Hey Christian, if you still got it , i'll take it! -Mike Sent from my iPhone On May 16, 2014, at 7:52 AM, Christian christian.w.mcmil...@gmail.com wrote: Hi All, I have a barely used Nitto Lugged 27.2 seatpost for sale. Minimal insertion marks; used for a couple of months.

Re: [RBW] Stuffs for sale!

2014-05-20 Thread Mike Williams
Hey Justin, theyre both yours , paypal to this email, shipping us $6, whats your shipping address? Sent from my iPhone On May 20, 2014, at 8:54 AM, justinaug...@gmail.com wrote: I'll take the Nitto seat post and the VO Quill stem. Where should I paypal? -J -- You received this

Re: [RBW] Stuffs for sale!

2014-05-20 Thread Mike Williams
So Justin, please pp $56 when you get a sec, I might be able to ship it out tomorrow am. Thanks dude! -Mike Sent from my iPhone On May 20, 2014, at 8:54 AM, justinaug...@gmail.com wrote: I'll take the Nitto seat post and the VO Quill stem. Where should I paypal? -J -- You

Re: [RBW] Writing a poem is like riding a bike. Kinda.

2014-05-24 Thread Mike Williams
Awesome Manny! Sent from my iPhone On May 24, 2014, at 8:20 AM, Manuel Acosta manueljohnaco...@hotmail.com wrote: Not Rivendell related but too good not to share. My favorite comic strip artist. Grant Snider.

Re: [RBW] Sub 24 Bike Camp Trip

2014-05-25 Thread Mike Williams
Nice pics! Sent from my iPhone On May 25, 2014, at 7:47 AM, Addison Wilhite addisonwilh...@gmail.com wrote: Did a little jaunt out to Dog Valley west of Reno just a bit into California on my Riv AR. Didn't see too many meteors but it was a great ride with some nice scenery. I needed

Re: [RBW] Re: Double TT Atlantis and magic bars

2014-05-30 Thread Mike Williams
Hey Mathew, good eye, it is indeed a Pass and Stow, ive had it for ~3years and its pretty great. Crashed with it once, but its still very solid. Sent from my iPhone On May 29, 2014, at 7:10 AM, Mathew Greiner mathew.grei...@gmail.com wrote: Awesome looking bike. And is that a Pass

Re: [RBW] Re: Garage sale grabs?

2014-06-07 Thread Mike Williams
Hey Jeff, Let us see some shots of that Legolas please! Sounds beauriful! Sent from my iPhone On Jun 7, 2014, at 1:02 PM, sameness samen...@gmail.com wrote: That attic haunts me in my dreams. A Legolas in pewter? 59.7 by 58.6, you say? Looks like the only one we've got is a second

Re: [RBW] Re: Chain Saw Bar Oil

2014-06-12 Thread Mike Williams
Hey Doc, Upon early application are you finding the chain attracts more dirt? Sent from my iPhone On Jun 12, 2014, at 11:22 AM, 'doc' via RBW Owners Bunch rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com wrote: Guilty as charged. I tend to replace my chains every other year or so whether they need

Re: [RBW] Wildflower Ramble!

2014-06-17 Thread Mike Williams
Beautiful Deacon! Sent from my iPhone On Jun 17, 2014, at 12:22 PM, Deacon Patrick lamontg...@mac.com wrote: My first big ride since I broke my rib in mid-May. Felt good, though I felt it on the longer climbs at the end of the ride. Underbiked with Barlow Pass tires -- as in the lower

Re: [RBW] RBW 20th Anniversary Gathering and Entmoot -- SF Bay edition

2014-06-26 Thread Mike Williams
Totally bummed to be missing the RBW anniversary ride, have to be in Baltimore for a wedding, have fun y'all!! Sent from my iPhone On Jun 26, 2014, at 12:03 PM, Jim M. mather...@gmail.com wrote: On Thursday, June 26, 2014 10:07:46 AM UTC-7, Anne Paulson wrote: Oh. Hmm. It'd be nice if

Re: [RBW] Re: Jamboree and Entmoot shirts and patches

2014-06-27 Thread Mike Williams
Thanks Philip!! Sent from my iPhone On Jun 27, 2014, at 6:41 PM, Philip Williamson philip.william...@gmail.com wrote: Hi Marc, All are welcome to order shirts and patches, wear them and sew them, and fly their Ent/Riv flags proudly, whether they're coming to the event or not. My

Re: [RBW] 9 hours of single track singlespeed

2014-07-01 Thread Mike Williams
Beautiful photos Deacon!! Sent from my iPhone On Jun 30, 2014, at 6:46 PM, Deacon Patrick lamontg...@mac.com wrote: I barely made it out today. The place across the creek began jackhammering as I was packing my stuff and getting ready to load the bike on the car (I cheat on the up hill

Re: [RBW] Re: Amtrak improvement

2014-07-04 Thread Mike Williams
Hopeful news! Thanks for posting Mike, it seems so smart and easy to have a roll on/ off option. Sent from my iPhone On Jul 4, 2014, at 10:18 AM, Mike Schiller mikeybi...@rocketmail.com wrote: It does include the Coast Starlight, California Zephyr and Southwest Chief routes. Here is

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: SimpleOne 58cm.

2014-07-05 Thread Mike Williams
Damn Justin, Surprised that F/F/HS hasnt sold yet! Killer deal Sent from my iPhone On Jul 5, 2014, at 10:15 AM, justinaug...@gmail.com wrote: Heya folks- Wanted to bump this for post-holiday consideration with slightly lower prices and a caveat. If this isn't sold by Monday around noon

Re: [RBW] Atlantis sails again

2014-07-05 Thread Mike Williams
Safe travels Robert! Sent from my iPhone On Jul 5, 2014, at 9:01 AM, Robert Kirkpatrick spiralc...@gmail.com wrote: Hey gang, So I'm taking the Atlantis out on another long tour. Just did my first night camping and am sending this as I prepare to head out. You can read about this

Re: [RBW] The Chicken

2014-07-09 Thread Mike Williams
Congrats Chris! Looks sweet man! Sent from my iPhone On Jul 9, 2014, at 9:31 PM, Chris Chen cc...@nougat.org wrote: I mentioned the construction of my gravel touring, french paper delivery inspired Bantam Bicycle, General Chen's Chicken, a while back. Well, it's together, and has

Re: [RBW] Re: Entmoot tire recs

2014-07-10 Thread Mike Williams
I have BBs on my Bletiot and they fit easy, And Id bet clearance is better on your SH, so I think they should Sent from my iPhone On Jul 10, 2014, at 12:58 AM, Aaron Young 1ce...@gmail.com wrote: Anyone know if 650b Big Bens will fit a first gen (green) Sam H without fenders? Thanks,

Re: [RBW] 4 days in eastern Oregon.

2014-07-14 Thread Mike Williams
Good to hear you got some riding time in Mike! Thanks for sharing the story/ photos. Sent from my iPhone On Jul 14, 2014, at 9:49 PM, Mike mjawn...@gmail.com wrote: Life has been so busy lately between work and parenthood, I haven't spent much time on the list or contributing to it.

Re: [RBW] week long tour ideas in Northern California or Oregon

2014-07-31 Thread Mike Williams
Hey Kurt, just to throw in, rideshares on craigslist are sometimes an option, ive used it a couple times, just pay the peeps something , and let them know you have a bike and that you need a truck/ van situation and be flexible! Its pretty easy, only have to break down the bike

Re: [RBW] Continental Divide 4 day Bikepack

2014-07-31 Thread Mike Williams
So beautiful Patrick!! Thanks for sharing Sent from my iPhone On Jul 31, 2014, at 12:36 PM, Deacon Patrick lamontg...@mac.com wrote: Wow. Wow. Wow! The plan was six days, but I needed to come out two days early because vertigo and scree (rocks that slip under your feet) do not play

Re: [RBW] Fat tire Atlantis!

2014-08-06 Thread Mike Williams
Looks sweet!And that trip you have planned sounds so awesome, cant wait for pics Sent from my iPhone On Aug 6, 2014, at 7:41 AM, Mark Reimer marknrei...@gmail.com wrote: In about ten days I'm doing a long-distance challenge of sorts - 460km in 3 days. Well, it was supposed to be over

Re: [RBW] Bleriot tire clearance.

2014-08-20 Thread Mike Williams
Hey Murphy, i have the 650 Big Bens on there now, they measure about 47mm on Synergys, I had some Vee Rubbers on there as well that were supposedly 1.95, they also fit quite easily, I would say you can go close to 50mm without fenders. Hope this helps. -Mike Sent from my iPhone On Aug

Re: [RBW] Wanted: Purple striped wool shirt

2014-08-29 Thread Mike Williams
Ooh! Im gonna piggyback on Annes post and second if anyone has an extra extra medium purple stripey laying around Id be interested!! Thanks. -Mike Sent from my iPhone On Aug 29, 2014, at 10:37 AM, Anne Paulson anne.paul...@gmail.com wrote: I've been kicking myself for not getting that

Re: [RBW] New to the group, New Hunqapillar on the way!

2014-09-04 Thread Mike Williams
Welcome Bryan! Great choice on the Hunq, post some pics when you get around to it! Sent from my iPhone On Sep 3, 2014, at 6:53 PM, comveo lungsandj...@gmail.com wrote: Hey everyone, I've nosed around these parts for quite some time and you've all inspired me a great deal. Wonderful

Re: [RBW] Well, Damn

2014-09-06 Thread Mike Williams
Geez Chris, glad to hear there was no serious injuries. Ride safe eerbody. Sent from my iPhone On Sep 6, 2014, at 8:12 PM, Patrick Moore bertin...@gmail.com wrote: Glad you came out of it relatively unscathed, but wait for a couple of days before you say All's well. I got hit by a

Re: [RBW] Stolen S. Hillborne reunited with owner

2014-09-11 Thread Mike Williams
Awesome! Rusty, thanks for sharing, love it when people get their bikes back Sent from my iPhone On Sep 11, 2014, at 5:33 AM, Rusty Click click...@gmail.com wrote: My favorite LBS in Pittsburgh is Thick Bikes . This is not the first time they have played a key role in recognizing a

Re: [RBW] I just can't say NO! (to Quickbeams)

2014-09-17 Thread Mike Williams
Bayuutiful 'Beam man!! Sent from my iPhone On Sep 17, 2014, at 8:29 PM, cyclotourist cyclotour...@gmail.com wrote: Whilst visiting Portland this summer, Ron H. made me an offer I couldn't refuse on his 62cm Quickbeam. Those of you playing along from home may recall I already have an

Re: [RBW] I just can't say NO! (to Quickbeams)

2014-09-17 Thread Mike Williams
. A bit narrower than optimum. I have a shorter stem I'll try, if not, I have some Albatross bars I can put on in a few seconds. No pesky shifters to mess with! Cheers, David it isn't a contest. Just enjoy the ride. - Seth Vidal On Wed, Sep 17, 2014 at 8:57 PM, Mike Williams

Re: [RBW] Buy my 56cm Bombadil so I can get that Cheviot!

2014-09-18 Thread Mike Williams
That bike is gonna sell fast! Sent from my iPhone On Sep 18, 2014, at 5:42 PM, Goshen Peter uscpeter11...@gmail.com wrote: I love my bombadil, best bike ever but every time I throw my leg over that top tube my lower back and hips hate me, add the kid on the back and blergh. Long story

Re: [RBW] New-to-me 64 cm Bomba MTB build

2014-09-21 Thread Mike Williams
Wow! Really beautiful bike Sent from my iPhone On Sep 21, 2014, at 7:46 AM, Tom Harrop twhar...@gmail.com wrote: Hi all, I finally got around to taking some photos of my 64 cm Bomba mountain bike build. I bought the frame second hand from list member and fellow tall person z-man a

Re: [RBW] Re: Blug post

2014-09-21 Thread Mike Williams
Very, very well put Mobile Bill Sent from my iPhone On Sep 21, 2014, at 4:47 PM, Mobile Bill wfi...@rocketmail.com wrote: I'll add a small voice to the discussion: What is it that Riv does for the bike market? I love my lugs, wouldn't trade em, but I'd have to say that lugs are only a

Re: [RBW] FS: Rivendell Atlantis 64cm

2014-09-27 Thread Mike Williams
Awesome bike! Sent from my iPhone On Sep 26, 2014, at 10:29 AM, Gregg V. rfhgr...@gmail.com wrote: I'm selling my Rivendell Atlantis 64cm Custom Joe Bell Paint Job. Never toured with just road around town. Looks like new. Paint has about three very small pin head size nicks around top of

Re: [RBW] Re: Autumn Quickbeam Ride!

2014-09-28 Thread Mike Williams
Looks perfect! Sent from my iPhone On Sep 28, 2014, at 4:43 PM, Kieran J kjo...@gmail.com wrote: Amazing looking ride! Super landscape and what appears to be ideal weather. Great photos to boot :-) KJ On Sunday, September 28, 2014 3:33:34 PM UTC-4, Deacon Patrick wrote: I headed

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