Re: [RBW] Re: Tech question.

Super interesting. I've had to "wind a bar end lever back up" when it ran out of range due to disassembly and reassembly, but never encountered friction in the middle range. I would need to change into indexed shifting on both bikes, to check, though. Philip www.biketinker.com

[RBW] Interrupter levers on Bosco bars

Using reverse levers in the ends of the Boscos might mitigate the strange cable swoop-in to the interrupters. If you've already got bar-end shifters in there, that would t work. Or, have just rear shifting and only front braking... :^) Philip www.biketinker.com www.philipwilliamson.com --

Re: [RBW] FS-64 cm Creamsicle Rambouillet 650 conversion, full bike. $1750

I'd call a 2.5mm difference in BB height functionally the same. Would you tell someone they shouldn't run 172.5mm cranks on a Rivendell? Philip www.biketinker.com -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this

Re: [RBW] Bob Brown Cycles Road Frame (as referenced in Cheviot thread)

Drive side photos are so last century. These days it's all about the bottom bracket. Philip www.biketinker.com On Tuesday, August 9, 2016 at 10:15:01 PM UTC-7, Bill Lindsay wrote: > > Beautiful M.A.P. --> APPROVE > Three photos from the non-drive side --> DISAPPROVE >  > Bill Lindsay > El

Re: [RBW] Bob Brown Cycles Road Frame (as referenced in Cheviot thread)

Wow, that is fantastic. Mitch is one of my favorite builders, and that's an amazing bike. I think our saddle heights are the same, too... Philip www.biketinker.com On Tuesday, August 9, 2016 at 8:09:15 PM UTC-7, Reed Kennedy wrote: > > Indeed, that is a gorgeous frame! I love the deep rich red.

[RBW] Re: New Riv Fixed/Single Speed in 2017???

I believe you are correct (Hi!) - I'd flog up a couple turns pushing hard out of the saddle, and then pant in the shade while everyone passed me. Over and over. For the downhill, I mounted a freewheel and coasted. Philip www.biketinker.com On Thursday, July 28, 2016 at 1:02:12 PM UTC-7, Joe

[RBW] Re: How is this even possible?

It's almost like you need to know it's possible to even try! Philip www.biketinker.com On Sunday, August 7, 2016 at 11:39:29 AM UTC-7, Lungimsam wrote: > > ...and could you do ot on a 30lb steel bike? > > He even starts from an uphill, and doesn't look like he has much speed. > >

[RBW] Re: FS: 60cm Cheviot

That's beautiful! Good luck with the sale. I visited Saturday Cycles last year when I was in Salt Lake. Super cool shop. Philip www.biketinker.com On Thursday, July 14, 2016 at 7:26:42 PM UTC-7, CraigM wrote: > > I purchased the frame new from Rivendell, had it built by Saturday Cycles > in

[RBW] Re: New Riv Fixed/Single Speed in 2017???

I resemble that remark! I've ridden my Quickbeam up Mt Diablo. It was hard, and I did switch to the freewheel for the descent. I'm pro track ends for ease of fat-tired wheel removal, anti EBB if you want to change gears mid-ride (or without a work stand), pro fixed gear, anti disc brakes,

[RBW] Re: Line of Sight movie has atrocious cyclists. What is going on?

> > "...simply because he was offended by my presence." This. Many people do not consider us valid road users. Whether that's passive aggression like not giving us space, or active harassment, it stems from the idea that we're not "real," and don't have a right to be there. If you need a

Re: [RBW] Rivendell readers and catalogs

This is pretty cool. The Readers were fairly formative to my cycling life. Good on Joe for letting them go, and I'm excited for Leah to dive in! Philip www.biketinker.com On Thursday, July 14, 2016 at 10:53:41 AM UTC-7, Joe Bernard wrote: > > Leah, can you email your address please? To

Re: [RBW] Re: RBW List takes over West Point Inn

I think I'm going to do one of the Pancake Breakfast rides from Fairfax. Maybe even park at the gate on Bo-Fax road. The ride across Alpine Dam with no cars for miles in either direction is pretty amazing. Philip www.biketinker.com On Wednesday, June 29, 2016 at 1:43:25 PM UTC-7, René

[RBW] Re: RBW List takes over West Point Inn

Excellent to ride and eat and talk with you all! Everyone who couldn't make it was missed, and I think this should be an annual event. Biannual. The view from the Inn is pretty nice: https://flic.kr/p/HAVUFY I rode to Fairfax down Ridgeline Trail with David, Curtis, Reed, Jake, and Jim Harlow.

Re: [RBW] RE: RE: RBW Listers Take Over The West Point Inn, June 24 & 25 - Join us there!!! Proposed Ride.

Thanks for the alternative - I may take a road bike to do that, then go around to Mill Valley and climb Railroad Grade back to the Inn. It may have decided the bike I bring. Philip www.biketinker.com On Sunday, June 19, 2016 at 9:59:24 AM UTC-7, dstein wrote: > > I can't make it for the

[RBW] Re: S3X wheel: first impressions and home-hacked Cambio Corsa-type shifter

Here are my thoughts on the S3X: http://www.biketinker.com/2011/projects/s3x-in-the-woods/ It was a fun hub, and I mounted my shifter on the seatstay, too. I ended up preferring a fixed gear, but I need a second chainring to get the uphill gear back. Philip www.biketinker.com On Saturday,

[RBW] Re: FS: 60 cm Quickbeam ffhsbb $740

Do you have any pictures? I'm not going to buy it (even though I want its), but I always like to see pictures of Quickbeams, and I'd like to see how an orange one looks without the downtube stickers. Philip www.biketinker.com On Wednesday, April 27, 2016 at 2:37:59 PM UTC-7, Conway Bennett

Re: [RBW] Re: May Day Grocery Run

Oh, that's cool. Cold. May Day weekend here in CA was summery, and loaded with planting roses, pruning trees, murdering bamboo, and bottling cider. Philip www.biketinker.com On Sunday, May 1, 2016 at 2:53:36 PM UTC-7, Deacon Patrick wrote: > > Here's a direct link to the post (sorry, it took

[RBW] Re: Saddles

I am about the least discerning saddle rider on this list, but my next full price saddle will be a Rivet. They were so nice at NAHBS, and the details are beautiful: https://flic.kr/p/DEM31o Some saddles have a fabric reinforcing layer under the leather. The fabric is beautifully patterned,

[RBW] Ribbit brakes

I have one wheel's worth of Tektros you can have cheaply. Twelve dollars shipped? They were installed briefly on the Quickbeam, but my heel hit them, so I put the original back brake back on. I'd even trade for the Ribbit set, since I have a disassembled set of Spookys (bag of pieces), and it

[RBW] Re: WTB: Shimano Octalink V1 bottom bracket

I think I paid $60 for an English v1 Octalink locally at the one shop that had the length I needed. $15 more than the shop that didn't have that length... If anyone wants an ITALIAN threaded v1 Octalink BB, make an offer. Philip www.biketinker.com On Thursday, March 31, 2016 at 12:06:16 PM

Re: [RBW] Need Your Advice on Husband's Crazy Clem Idea

The box is awesome. I'd rock that. I'm a hose clamp guy, too. Philip www.biketinker.com -- 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: Best size Big Apples for Dyad rims?

That looks great! Nicely proportional with the Karate Monkey. I hope they serve you well. Philip www.biketinker.com On Saturday, March 26, 2016 at 7:40:04 AM UTC-7, Chris Lampe 2 wrote: > > I took Philip up on his generous offer and I'm trying out the BA's right > now. So far, I'm liking

[RBW] Re: Romulus refurbished as 650b

That looks fantastic. Good job! Philip www.biketinker.com On Thursday, March 24, 2016 at 8:36:03 AM UTC-7, WETH wrote: > > > I blame Tony DeFilippo; he emailed me and several other area Rivendell > aficionados last June about a Romulus frameset that his Bike co-op had for > sale. The size was

[RBW] Re: Anyone have a good rule of thumb for chain tension for an ENO single speed?

The proper method for combining a chain tensioner and an eccentric singlespeed hub: https://youtu.be/dQw4w9WgXcQ Philip www.biketinker.com On Saturday, March 19, 2016 at 4:05:08 PM UTC-7, Ron Mc wrote: > > You can always add a chain tensioner - some clamp to the chainstay, others > thread into

[RBW] Re: FS: "Biketinkers Union" patches

his planet! What every happened to the Mars Rivendell contingent >> anyway? Grin. >> >> With abandon, >> Patrick >> >> On Tuesday, February 16, 2016 at 12:59:50 PM UTC-7, Philip Williamson >> wrote: >>> >>> New Zealand is the furthest-

[RBW] WTT/B: Silver SON dyno wheel for my black one

I have a black 700C SON klassik, black spokes, wide-ish black rim, no labels. 100mm QR, non-disc. Not pristine, but looks and works fine. Looking for same in silver, silver spokes and rim. Decent user shape. Long shot, I know. The newly re-befendered Quickbeam looks so nice that I don't want

Re: [RBW] Re: My Joe Appaloosa

Whew! I was literally on the edge of my seat there. Okay, figuratively, but it was pretty tense going! "Do you bite your thumb at me, sir?" Philip www.biketinker.com -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from

[RBW] My Joe Appaloosa

Super beautiful build. I haven't been paying as close attention to the new Riv bikes as perhaps I should. That looks great; cockpit, color, basket. The whole brisket. Philip www.biketinker.com -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch"

[RBW] Re: Best size Big Apples for Dyad rims?

Hi Chris, For the cost of shipping, I can send you a pair of 60mm Big Apples, and a pair of 50mm Marathon Supremes. I think you'll like the BAs better. I weigh 260, and find 60mm Big Apples on "normal" width rims fine. I really like them, and I've ridden them a lot. Philip

[RBW] Re: Northern CA riders - help me with route suggestions

There are lots of bike shops that can pack and ship the bike back to your home, so you could ride to just about anywhere from Sonora, but I see the appeal of having Rivendell do it. I also see the appeal of toughing it out, you and the bike, bonding on a journey, chasing grain elevators across

[RBW] Re: New Stuinniker bag evolution

Those are cool. The bullmoose bag makes me think you could do an awesome Jones truss fork bag. What's the etymology of "Stuinniker?" It's one of those words that now pop into my head and get onto a loop. Philip www.biketinker.com On Friday, March 4, 2016 at 8:00:27 AM UTC-8, Clayton

[RBW] Re: FS: Tall Guy Legolas

That's a great looking bike! Phillip www.biketinker.com On Thursday, March 3, 2016 at 3:57:31 PM UTC-8, Sean Hipkin wrote: > > Hi folks! Been throwing around the idea of letting go of my beloved 62cm > Legolas. It's a rad bike but I just don't ride it very much. Been Looking > into swapping it

[RBW] Re: RBW Listers Take Over The West Point Inn, June 24 & 25 - Join us there!!!

I'm in. December was fantastic. Even if you didn't ride more than the two miles from Pantoll, this would still be a great thing to do. Or, you could ride anywhere you wanted, and have a great base to come back to! If you've ridden up Railroad Grade, you probably stopped at the West Point Inn

[RBW] Need advice on a potential Quickbeam Modification

A sliding dropout that splits to allow the belt through the stays might work. I think (cursory googling) that the Paragon one would only work with 142x12 axles, which sounds like a new wheel and a reset rear triangle. Philip www.biketinker.com -- You received this message because you are

[RBW] I totally missed out on SimWorks. New Japanese style house?

I chatted with one of the Sims, and grabbed a catalog. Super cool. Philip www.biketinker.com -- 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] derailleur hanger

Imagine trying to remove the derailleur hanger with a big Crescent wrench. Hard. I think you might do it with four or five 90 degree bends. Bending it two degrees straight, or three degrees and back a skoodj won't hurt anything. If it does break, you'd replace the hanger, which is your option

[RBW] not so simple simpleone

That is amazing. I love the look, and all the mods. I had my S3X shifter screwed into the rack boss, and it worked pretty well. Unobtrusive, and easily removed. The maglight mount is also quite good. I like the idea of turning the body to turn it on, since it seems easier, closer, and less

Re: [RBW] FS: Tires - Big Ones, BG Rock/Roads, 650b Knards

Oh! Dammit! I mean, "good on ya." ;^) Philip www.biketinker.com -- 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: NAHBS Rivendell Owner's Bunch/iBOB Social Ride--Sat 2/27 5:30pm

Super nice to see old friends and meet new ones at NAHBS, and at the Garage pre-ride meetup. Especially nice to meet your wife, Amit! The carpool with Evan and John was a real treat. Excellent conversationalists. Philip www.biketinker.com On Friday, February 26, 2016 at 1:47:30 PM UTC-8, Amit

[RBW] Re: Rancid Proofhide

It sounds like they can just re-market Proofide *as* beard balm, and out-fop the fops. "Beard oil? I use Pro-link." I've never used any beard products, but now I feel inadequate. Maybe my wife can make me something nice. Philip www.biketinker.com On Wednesday, February 24, 2016 at 11:33:19

[RBW] RBW and Meaning

That's a cool job! I wish someone had told me in high school that Industrial Designer was a job choice. I don't know how to talk about the things you're asking about. I do enjoy the Riv refinement and funk. There's a plainspokenness that draws me in, and I think the showroom carries that

Re: [RBW] Re: ROSCO mailing list

My German friend pronounces both the L and the "buh" in Schwalbe. I started copying him. Philip www.biketinker.com On Monday, February 15, 2016 at 4:08:36 PM UTC-8, Lungimsam wrote: > > I like to say Shwahbeee. > But was told shwahb. > > I also say "Bler-ee-it" > -- You received this message

[RBW] Re: FS: "Biketinkers Union" patches

That is super cool. New Zealand is the furthest-sent patch I mailed out, too. Philip www.biketinker.com On Monday, February 15, 2016 at 6:53:16 PM UTC-8, Clayton wrote: > > I screwed the schedule up...Correction: First race is in New Zealand > > On Monday, February 15, 2016 at 8:58:37 AM

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: "Biketinkers Union" patches

That's a cool idea. Couture aprons. Some pockets, a loop for a rag? Brown? Philip www.biketinker.com -- 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: "Biketinkers Union" patches

Awesome. I've got to get a shop apron. Philip www.biketinker.com -- 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: "Biketinkers Union" patches

atches available? It says sold out on Etsy. Did I not > move fast enough.? > > On Saturday, January 16, 2016 at 4:22:14 PM UTC-8, Philip Williamson wrote: >> >> I'm making my first "Biketinker" patches, with Walter at Falls Creek >> Outfitters. He'

[RBW] Re: FS: "Biketinkers Union" patches

That looks great! I really enjoy seeing the patches on bags. Philip www.biketinker.com On Sunday, February 7, 2016 at 8:55:06 AM UTC-8, MartyG wrote: > > Proud to be a member! And what better place to advertise than a tool-roll? >> > > >

[RBW] Re: NAHBS in Sacramento Feb. 26 - 28

I've been to a couple of them, and they were really fun. You literally have nothing to lose, if you can ride your bike over to it. I'm going to go. Philip www.biketinker.com On Thursday, February 4, 2016 at 10:00:57 AM UTC-8, Neil wrote: > > Has anybody been before? I've been wanting to go

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: "Biketinkers Union" patches

inking Feller's Union? I saw them > at The Independent in SF way back in the early '90s. Music to do good work > by. > > Cheers, > Patrick Shea > > On Sat, Jan 30, 2016 at 1:17 PM, Philip Williamson <philip.w...@gmail.com > > wrote: > >> Biketinkers Patch -

[RBW] Re: FS: "Biketinkers Union" patches

shipping notices soon. Thanks for joining up! I'm queuing up some Dropkick Murphys <https://youtu.be/SKWfnO7fhQM> union songs for the packing operation. :^) Philip www.biketinker.com On Saturday, January 16, 2016 at 4:22:14 PM UTC-8, Philip Williamson wrote: > > I'm making my first

[RBW] Re: New Bike Day!

> > On Tuesday, January 26, 2016 at 12:23:41 PM UTC-8, Philip Williamson wrote: >> >> Awesome. That's a great story! I want everyone to have an awesome bike >> life. :^) >> >> Philip >> www.biketinker.com >> >> On Tuesday, January 26, 2016 at 9

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: "Biketinkers Union" patches

, January 26, 2016 at 3:40:05 PM UTC-8, Geoffrey Klingsporn wrote: > > Are there any Entmoot patches left? :-) > >  > > Geoff, already ordered some biketinkers, in > Denver > > On Tue, Jan 26, 2016 at 12:24 PM, Philip Williamson <philip.w...@gmail.com > > wrote: >

[RBW] Re: FS: "Biketinkers Union" patches

PM sent - if you don't get it, let me know. I've had troubles privately mailing through the group before. Philip www.biketinker.com On Tuesday, January 26, 2016 at 10:36:07 AM UTC-8, masmojo wrote: > > No luck, I keep getting thrown into etsy registration. Can you just send > my a PayPal

[RBW] Re: New Bike Day!

Awesome. That's a great story! I want everyone to have an awesome bike life. :^) Philip www.biketinker.com On Tuesday, January 26, 2016 at 9:30:58 AM UTC-8, Amit Singh wrote: > > Hi Everyone! > > Here's a cheerful story. Please give a warm welcome to my dear friend Dan > Woods! > > Dan first

[RBW] Re: FS: "Biketinkers Union" patches

I don't think Etsy does make you create an account. I should try it out, though. You can check out with PayPal, or contact me off list. I took some cash envelopes for the Entmoot patches, and that worked out okay. Philip www.biketinker.com -- You received this message because you are

Re: [RBW] Re: Nomenclature

I'm mailing $5 and an SASE for three patches, too. Fantastic job, I don't know how I missed this thread until today. Philip www.biketinker.com On Friday, January 15, 2016 at 7:07:40 PM UTC-8, Norman Bone wrote: > > Alright sticker peeps, here's the deal. > > Send me a self addressed stamped

Re: [RBW] Re: Nomenclature

I mean stickers. You know. On Tuesday, January 19, 2016 at 1:02:44 PM UTC-8, Philip Williamson wrote: > > I'm mailing $5 and an SASE for three patches, too. > Fantastic job, I don't know how I missed this thread until today. > > Philip > www.biketinker.com > > On Frida

[RBW] Re: Patches

Hi Sean, Here's a fine set of patches on Puck's Ostrich bag: https://flic.kr/p/fBK7tv, https://flic.kr/p/fBZpVW, https://flic.kr/p/fBK8DM. The patches I've got are iron-on, and then I baste in some stitches with a matching thread. This one (trigger warning - POLITICAL CONTENT) is ironed on,

[RBW] Re: FS: "Biketinkers Union" patches

ew frames and quality replacement parts for 5 and 6 speed gear > systems? > > On Sunday, January 17, 2016 at 1:59:06 PM UTC-8, Philip Williamson wrote: >> >> The Union assumes you've already paid your dues, membership is >> self-certifying, you can leave any tim

[RBW] Re: FS: "Biketinkers Union" patches

The Union assumes you've already paid your dues, membership is self-certifying, you can leave any time you like, and the Union recognizes and respects Tinkers of any (or no) affiliation. Philip www.biketinker.com -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups

[RBW] Re: FS: "Biketinkers Union" patches

JOIN ALL THE CLUBS! I see you are right! That's very funny. Three posts in one day. Tarik needs to chime in with a full TSBC kit. I think I'm in all the clubs, now. Philip www.biketinker.com -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch"

[RBW] Re: New ACW patches and hats for all you bag matching, outside coffee types

Those look so good! I just got one for the olive Carradice. I've been rolling the La Pavoni all morning, which is in the same corner of the studio as the Quickbeam tire-swapping operation. So... caffeine and wheels, for sure. Philip www.biketinker.com On Saturday, January 16, 2016 at 7:48:33

[RBW] FS: "Biketinkers Union" patches

I'm making my first "Biketinker" patches, with Walter at Falls Creek Outfitters. He's going to tweak that R, and they'll be ready to ship in a couple weeks. If you'd like to get a couple, they're $5 each over on my Etsy shop. These first ones are a Sheldon tribute, since he started a lot more

Re: [RBW] Re: The newest BLUG

t humane thing to do. > > > > > > On Wed, Jan 13, 2016 at 2:58 PM, Philip Williamson > <philip.w...@gmail.com > wrote: > > I think "give directly." The only trouble I see is that the people most > in > > need might be the ones who keep most

[RBW] Re: A Mount Tam Experience.

Beautiful writeup and pictures! What a good time was had. I'm sorry I missed the Saturday dinner. And it explains why you went up Wildomar

Re: [RBW] Re: The newest BLUG

I think "give directly." The only trouble I see is that the people most in need might be the ones who keep most out of sight. Maybe give one person two coats, and ask them to pass one on to someone they know? If they don't, that's fine, but I think helping someone help someone else might make

[RBW] Re: Let's see the best of your 2015

Here are mine. Way less photos than previous years, so the culling was easy. I like this exercise in reviewing the year. Only about half of mine are biking related, and some aren't even photos, really. https://www.flickr.com/photos/philipwilliamson/albums/72157661079270174 Philip

[RBW] Days are getting longer!

Big mountain in the way? 2:22 is pretty early. I very much like the lengthening days, too. Philip www.biketinker.com -- 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: Sometimes a photo is better than a descriptive subject line.

Fantastic! "What's a kilometer?" Philip www.biketinker.com On Saturday, January 9, 2016 at 5:03:03 PM UTC-8, BSWP wrote: > > Congratulations, welcome back to riding! > > - Andrew, Berkeley > > On Saturday, January 9, 2016 at 4:54:00 PM UTC-8, Cecily Walker wrote: >> >> >>

[RBW] Re: I Bailed Off Flicker

I'm only on Flickr to respond to comments on my pictures that I'm notified of. I don't go there anymore to post or browse, but I push some Instagram images through to it. Instagram is nice for a small number of pictures at a time, if you've got a smartphone. Your own blog is better for sets,

[RBW] Re: My Gift to the Bunch

I'm sorry to hear that. What a beautiful dog, and well memorialized on hundreds of great bikes. Philip www.biketinker.com -- 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] Re: A Long Weekend in Marin (Jacquie Phelan's 60th Birthday Party Extravaganza)

This was a truly amazing event. It was my birthday, but I always take off work because I don't want a fuss made. Here's a super-fuss, but someone else is the focus! Perfect. I will literally drive 7 hours to see David, Jim, and Hugh, so it was great to see them on my home turf again. Here's

[RBW] Re: Heat Gun to Attach Patches to Bags

Hi Paul, Thanks for the hot glue tip for patches! I stitched two and a half patches onto an old Carradice once, and it was a LOT of work. My last patch I put on a jacket by ironing on, and then putting 5 or 6 stitches around the perimeter. It's gone through the wash once with zero problem.

Re: [RBW] Re: rear racks for long chainstays

Thanks to both of you for bringing Arvon bikes to my attention! Those are really cool. I was intrigued by the description of the time trial bikes, but couldn't find a picture. Philip www. biketinker.com -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners

Re: [RBW] FS: Odds n Sods - Sackville, Silver, Swift Industries, Tektro, Gran Compe, Clement MSO , Nitto bars, Ibex shorts

This is the clearest "FS update" post I've ever seen. "Here's what's left" is way more useful than "this stuff sold." Thanks! Philip www.biketinker.com -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and

[RBW] Hand made hack quick release Fenders!

I love those fenders. Great hack! Philip www.biketinker.com -- 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] Re: Flat pedal shoes

I don't wear my Chrome sneakers because they're too narrow in the toe. I mostly wear leather Converse, now that I've ruined whatever last pair of decent sneakers I had by riding them offroad. Not stiff at all, but they work fine for me. Philip www.biketinker.com On Monday, October 19, 2015

[RBW] Re: My Rivendell Rodeo build

I may need some VBC rings... that looks like a brilliant gearing setup, and a beautiful bike. It looks like it can fly! Philip www.biketinker.com On Sunday, October 18, 2015 at 11:12:17 AM UTC-7, Bruce Smitham wrote: > > I wanted to let you fine folks know how happy I am with my 59cm Rivendell

[RBW] Re: PSA: Cunningham medical fund

Thanks for the heads-up. I put in a little, and I'll do more on my next paycheck. I'm also up to help build ramps, or whatever needs doing to get him back home. Philip www.biketinker.com On Tuesday, October 6, 2015 at 1:21:32 PM UTC-7, Bill Lindsay wrote: > >

[RBW] Re: FS: Simple One 62CM frame, new in box.

That seems a perfect replacement, then. I hope you can ride again soon! Philip www.biketinker.com On Tuesday, September 29, 2015 at 2:27:00 PM UTC-7, David Spranger wrote: > > So tempting... > > that I may just broach this sensitive subject with my spouse. This is the > same frame that I was

[RBW] Stolen Sam Hillborne

That is the worst. Actually, it could be way worse, so yay for that, but still... I'm sorry for that. Give her another awesome bike! Otherwise, the terrorists win, right? Philip www.biketinker.com -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch"

[RBW] Stolen Sam Hillborne

That is the worst. Actually, it could be way worse, so yay for that, but still... I'm sorry for that. Give her another awesome bike! Otherwise, the terrorists win, right? Philip www.biketinker.com -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch"

Re: [RBW] Re: Bizarrely on topic: AL absorption through skin

I noticed the assertion about plantar fasciitis, too, and went, "What? Plantar fasciitis isn't viral." Similarly, I looked up metals poisoning the other morning, and while yes, aluminum disrupts the function of the blood brain barrier, symptoms are only ever seen in people with renal (kidney)

[RBW] Re: (Not OT) carrying a camera on a bike

If I get back into film, it would be with a Rollei 35. Philip www.biketinker.com On Thursday, September 17, 2015 at 7:33:40 AM UTC-7, Ellis Dee wrote: > > I really enjoy film cameras too! The film camera that I travel with is an > old Rollei 35 from the late 60s. I had a guy make a custom

[RBW] Re: Recent Blug post; no date given, but perhaps it's today's, 0915.

I would have replaced the pawl with a shiny new one, and sent the original shifter back, "all fixed!" Disagree about cowardly and shameful. "If you wanted a better review, you should have behaved more gracefully." (Not you - shifter guy). Philip www.biketinker.com -- You received this

[RBW] My New Roadeo

That's nice to hear someone on this list describe their bars as "high" at 1cm below saddle height! Philip www.biketinker.com -- 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,

Re: [RBW] Re: Recent Blug post; no date given, but perhaps it's today's, 0915.

Did I read it wrong? It sounded to me like Rivendell DID replace the shifter. I'm more uncomfortable with us piling on, than with the original Blug post about it. Philip www.biketinker.com On Wednesday, September 16, 2015 at 8:46:23 AM UTC-7, Patrick Moore wrote: > > I think your opinion

[RBW] Re: Quickbeam Riding Charactertics

If it's green, it's a 2004. I don't think there was a second run of greenies. I much prefer the look of no mid-fork bosses, since the Nitto M12 is the ideal rack for the QB - it attaches to the cantilever bosses for a clean, lightweight look. This bike has included fenders, pump, the stock

Re: [RBW] Re: Novels???

I would re-read both of these books in a heartbeat. I like the "Elvis Cole" novels by Robert Crais for a modernized LA crime thriller. Not quite as light a touch as Chandler, but a similar chivalric approach to the characters. Philip www.biketinker.com On Wednesday, September 16, 2015 at

[RBW] Re: Novels???

My wife's novel is quite good! "Winter: Cricket and Grey" by Angelina Williamson. Poetic thriller, set in the near-ish future. Hardcover , trade paperback

[RBW] Re: Bizarrely on topic: AL absorption through skin

Even though aluminum is the third most abundant element in the earth's crust, it's always naturally found in a compoud with something else. It takes humans and electricity to get pure chunks you can rub on your feet. If I can find my roll of skateboard grip tape, I'll send you a couple

[RBW] Quickbeam Riding Charactertics

Get it. My QB is my favorite. I've ridden it on road, off-road, commuting, 40 miles at a whack... It's just great. Mostly fixed, but I've experimented with freewheels and internal hubs (Sachs automatic), and it's all great. Philip www.biketinker.com -- You received this message because you

[RBW] 59 cm Legolas on CList near me; $1400 f/f/hs

Sweet. I love the blue, too. Philip www.biketinker.com -- 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

[RBW] Re: Childrens' bikes

I had great fun with a Redline "Junior" BMX race bike for my kid, and sold it for half what I paid for it. If I'd bought it used, I would have probably spent net zero for a few years of use. Light. Fast. Actually raceable if your child can handle the noise and testosterone of BMX tracks (mine

[RBW] Re: mid-Virginia overnighter

a) Beautiful pictures, and an inspiring looking ride. b) There's a town called FARMVILLE? Awesome. Philip www.biketinker.com On Sunday, August 30, 2015 at 7:19:21 PM UTC-7, Bikie#4646 wrote: > > On August 29-30, 2015, I did this solo overnighter using a modified > version of Meade Anderson's

[RBW] Re: Chauncey-modified 2003 Curt

Oh I'm impressed. Aside from the nice mods, the bartape and Banzer bag are pretty sweet. The unexpected sizes of wheels, headtube, chainring, keep the eye moving around the whole machine, and it's one of my favorite colors. Philip www.biketinker.com On Sunday, August 30, 2015 at 7:44:45 PM

[RBW] Re: Local Rivendell Dealer suggestions for DELMARVA area?

Your shop looks and sounds fantastic! Philip www.biketinker.com On Monday, August 24, 2015 at 1:11:09 PM UTC-7, Gravel Grind Espresso + Bikes wrote: Hey gang, James, Co-owner of Gravel Grind in Frederick MD here. We’re the new kids on the Riv Dealer block. Just a quick heads up to the

Re: [RBW] Re: Fenders: Cream or Silver?

Well done! I've followed that bike and color since Joel Green became a thing (my middle name is Joel, my favorite color is green). Very nice. Happy travels with it and your blog! Philip www.biketinker.com -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners

[RBW] Re: Bombadil Off-Road

Really cool bike! I have RM-014s on a bike, and I really like them. I ride all my dirt drops in the hooks most of the time. I feel more control and confidence in the hooks, for sure. Philip www.biketinker.com -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW

[RBW] Re: Contemplating a new saddle

Spend that $30 on a Brooks saddle cover for the WTB? If you changed your bar tape to gray or black modern cushioned tape and deleted the twine, the WTB saddle would probably look fine as is. Philip www.biketinker.com -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups

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