Re: [RBW] Dynamo Hubs

2017-11-28 Thread Steve Palincsar
Yes On 11/28/2017 09:24 AM, Doug H. wrote: Dumb question here but I'm not familiar with Dynamo Hubs. Will one hub power front and rear lights? -- Steve Palincsar Alexandria, Virginia USA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch&q

Re: [RBW] Re: Hetres

2017-11-25 Thread Steve Palincsar
for Compass tires.  It's entirely clear from his writing that that decision process didn't even slightly resemble your summary. On Saturday, November 25, 2017 at 1:17:25 PM UTC-8, Steve Palincsar wrote: On 11/25/2017 02:57 PM, Ben Miller wrote: Then be surprised.  The fact

Re: [RBW] Re: Hetres

2017-11-25 Thread Steve Palincsar
bois hetre -- Steve Palincsar Alexandria, Virginia USA -- 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...@googl

Re: [RBW] Hetres

2017-11-24 Thread Steve Palincsar
I need new tires and just realized these are apparently discontinued and I'm not seeing any source online. Does anyone know a shop likely to have stock? Thanks. -- Steve Palincsar Alexandria, Virginia USA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups &quo

[RBW] Re: FS: 54cm Hunqapillar

2017-11-22 Thread Steve
Oops! Now I see the sticky post about replying FS ads. Drew, I've sent a PM. --Steve On Wednesday, November 22, 2017 at 9:59:42 AM UTC-5, Steve wrote: > > Hi, (Sorry, I more or less lurk on this list—I’m Steve, Homer Hilsen rider > for the past 8 or 9 years.) > I’m very interested

[RBW] FS: 54cm Hunqapillar

2017-11-22 Thread Steve
Hi, (Sorry, I more or less lurk on this list—I’m Steve, Homer Hilsen rider for the past 8 or 9 years.) I’m very interested in your Hunq. Is it better to discuss on or off-list? Thank you, Steve -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners

Re: [RBW] Re: Boiled Wool: Tooth Proof (a ride report)

2017-11-21 Thread Steve Palincsar
I don't think you'd be able to get a cotton ball through the eye of a needle either. On 11/21/2017 09:19 AM, lum gim fong wrote: Cotton ball i meant -- Steve Palincsar Alexandria, Virginia USA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners

Re: [RBW] Boiled Wool: Tooth Proof (a ride report)

2017-11-21 Thread Steve Palincsar
On 11/20/2017 11:15 PM, lum gim fong wrote: They say a needle cannot pass through cotton I think you've got that saying a bit scrambled: it's a /camel/ that can't pass through the /eye of a needle/. -- Steve Palincsar Alexandria, Virginia USA -- You received this message because you

Re: [RBW] Re: "We’ll have “classic” single speed frames again...."

2017-11-14 Thread Steve Palincsar
No, because they're not selling it anymore. On 11/14/2017 07:55 AM, Belopsky wrote: Anyone think this could work? 120mm O.L.D. https://janheine.files.wordpress.com/2013/09/hub_gb_hf_5sp_6sp.jpg -- Steve Palincsar Alexandria, Virginia USA -- You received this message because you

Re: [RBW] What if the answer is knobbies on the QB?

2017-11-12 Thread Steve Palincsar
my fender out of the quick release. Steve says it’s unsafe to ride cantis without the Shimano straddle wire, which the Quickbeam comes equipped with. I had read that the straddle wire was invented to aid in setup, not for safety. Mine are long gone, even though I kept the original brake

[RBW] Re: Anyone know about cycling Death Valley

2017-11-12 Thread Steve S
If you are planning to go to Furnace Creek area, then: Consider the dirt road into Echo Canyon. Entrance is not far from Furnace Creek. Echo Canyon gives you near zero car traffic, very interesting canyon views, and a mine about 9 miles. If you are setup to bike/camp, there are places not far

Re: [RBW] What if the answer is knobbies on the QB?

2017-11-12 Thread Steve Palincsar
s not safe to ride with cantis and knobbies without fenders. So make sure you go slicks if you ever take off the fenders. Guessing you already know this but wanted to type it just in case. -- Steve Palincsar Alexandria, Virginia USA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Goo

[RBW] Re: What if the answer is knobbies on the QB?

2017-11-12 Thread Steve Butcher
Aye! Love it! On Saturday, November 11, 2017 at 9:21:09 PM UTC-6, Deacon Patrick wrote: > > I wonder about snow and mud clearence too, Steve. One way to find out. > Grin. The good news is I don’t have my fenders super snug to begin with as > they need room to clear detrius wher

[RBW] Re: What if the answer is knobbies on the QB?

2017-11-11 Thread Steve Butcher
Hi Deacon, Just wondering about clearance between nobbies and full coverage fenders; 'specially with slushy, muddy roads. Clogging might be a problem. Steve On Saturday, November 11, 2017 at 8:50:36 PM UTC-6, Deacon Patrick wrote: > > The idea of narrower studded tires got me thinking

[RBW] Re: I’ll bite: what is a Randi Jo Pocket Tender?

2017-11-11 Thread Steve Butcher
I recently acquired a Roadrunner Bags Auto-Pilot which is very similar and absolutely cavernous. Fits my Rosco Bubbe mixte quite well. On Friday, November 10, 2017 at 4:56:39 AM UTC-6, William R. wrote: > > I received Rivs November email promo yesterday and down at the bottom they > have

[RBW] Re: Bicycle Belle Ding Ding

2017-11-03 Thread Steve Butcher
It's tragic, what this man is going through with his son. It would be just as tragic had he taken the lives of one, or more, of those children on that sidewalk. There is no excuse for driving while impaired. Hopefully, his attorney will work out a plea bargain and you won't have to testify.

[RBW] Re: Rivendell on the C Forum

2017-11-02 Thread Steve Palincsar
.” --https://www.bikeforums.net/19967986-post26.html On 11/01/2017 06:22 PM, Steve Palincsar wrote: There's a thread going on the C Forum right now about Rivendell.  It started as a PSA <https://www.bikeforums.net/classic-vintage/1126790-psa-rivendell-tires-cheap.html> about a sale

Re: [RBW] Rivendell on the C Forum

2017-11-02 Thread Steve Palincsar
rk in Beacon' via RBW Owners Bunch wrote: Just because you read it on the internet Steve, doesn't mean it's 100 percent true. Lotta fake news out there, be careful. On Wednesday, November 1, 2017 at 3:46:28 PM UTC-7, Steve Palincsar wrote: Well, we all know Grant is a larger-than-life figur

[RBW] Re: Bicycle Belle Ding Ding

2017-11-02 Thread Steve Butcher
Happy thoughts and images upon which to begin the day! Thanks, Leah! On Tuesday, October 31, 2017 at 12:08:30 PM UTC-5, Bicycle Belle Ding Ding! wrote: > > Hi All, > > I read the list all the time but haven't said much as of late - but I mean > to! I recently got back from Ireland and I even

[RBW] Re: Clem L vs Roscoe Bubbe Mountain Mixte

2017-11-01 Thread Steve Butcher
Andrew, I did some measuring this evening. My WTB Horizons measure a hair over 49 mm on Velocity Cliffhanger rims. By eyeballing the clearance on the Rosco, I'd say you could fit some 2.1 inch tires depending on your rim choice. Hope this helps. Steve On Tuesday, October 31, 2017 at 5

Re: [RBW] Rivendell on the C Forum

2017-11-01 Thread Steve Palincsar
Well, we all know Grant is a larger-than-life figure; here he's on a par with Paul Bunyan. On 11/01/2017 06:37 PM, Joe Bernard wrote: I see Joe Starck's sense of humor is intact... -- Steve Palincsar Alexandria, Virginia USA -- You received this message because you are subscribed

[RBW] Rivendell on the C Forum

2017-11-01 Thread Steve Palincsar
?’ And then damn if Grant didn’t step in there and finish the show.” -- Steve Palincsar Alexandria, Virginia USA -- 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: Clem L vs Roscoe Bubbe Mountain Mixte

2017-10-31 Thread Steve Butcher
Andrew, I have a Rosco Mixte from the first run. You and I are basically the same size. My Rosco fits me quite well. I'm running WTB Horizon 47c tires plus with plenty of clearance. This is my commuting bike over a mix of chip/seal and gravel roads. I really enjoy the float it gives me on

Re: [RBW] Re: Alex DM 24 Rims

2017-10-30 Thread Steve Palincsar
On 10/30/2017 09:33 AM, Belopsky wrote: Ebikes require more strength/stronger parts. Why?  Is it just a matter of their greater weight? -- Steve Palincsar Alexandria, Virginia USA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch&q

Re: [RBW] Lost & found anything while riding?

2017-10-29 Thread Steve Palincsar
that has fallen off the back of trucks. Those I pick up and keep! Bill in Westchester, NY -- Steve Palincsar Alexandria, Virginia USA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving e

[RBW] St. Louis shops

2017-10-27 Thread Steve Butcher
I was wondering from any Riv folks in the St. Louis area, if there are any Riv-ish shops I should check out. My wife and I make fairly frequent trips up that way to visit family. Advise appreciated! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners

Re: [RBW] Re: What is a Rivvish bike?

2017-10-26 Thread Steve Palincsar
Since when are high bars "retro"?   Anything but, I'd say.  Back in the day, it was inches of bar drop.  You didn't even see bars level with saddle back then, never mind "modern Rivendell sky high". On 10/26/2017 05:45 PM, Lee Legrand wrote: Bill there are retrogrouch aspects of it.

Re: [RBW] Re: New (old) bike day? An Eroica bike

2017-10-24 Thread Steve Palincsar
ups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout. -- Steve Palincsar Alexandria, Virginia USA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop rec

[RBW] Re: Brooks B68 for sale

2017-10-23 Thread Steve Butcher
gt; > On Sunday, October 22, 2017 at 3:35:30 AM UTC-7, Steve Butcher wrote: >> >> >> <https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-WEWijpfUJwM/WexzUx_WXuI/CfI/HXAcwzyUy8UodvvJZZ94PmYQmzYVdjSIQCLcBGAs/s1600/IMG_20171021_103126_830.jpg> >> >> >> <https:/

[RBW] Re: Brooks B68 for sale

2017-10-23 Thread Steve Butcher
. I've never had problems getting messages to others from either my Mac desk top or my Motorola Droid. Hope y'all can find similar saddles to satisfy your needs. Steve. On Sunday, October 22, 2017 at 5:35:30 AM UTC-5, Steve Butcher wrote: > > > <https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/

[RBW] Brooks B68 for sale

2017-10-22 Thread Steve Butcher
ome scuffs from the seat post. Please PM me if any questions. Thanks, Steve. -- 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+uns

Re: [RBW] Re: Headset adjustment how to ?'s...

2017-10-13 Thread Steve Palincsar
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[RBW] Re: Soma Supple Vitesse for sale

2017-10-07 Thread Steve Butcher
The tires have sold. On Saturday, October 7, 2017 at 5:07:58 AM UTC-5, Steve Butcher wrote: > > No inquiries, yet, so I'd entertain offers. > > On Tuesday, October 3, 2017 at 8:51:22 PM UTC-5, Steve Butcher wrote: >> >> Price drop and bump...$70.00 for the pair-shippe

[RBW] Re: Soma Supple Vitesse for sale

2017-10-07 Thread Steve Butcher
No inquiries, yet, so I'd entertain offers. On Tuesday, October 3, 2017 at 8:51:22 PM UTC-5, Steve Butcher wrote: > > Price drop and bump...$70.00 for the pair-shipped CONUS. I know they're > skinny by today's standards but they're mighty supple. > > On Sunday, October 1, 201

Re: [RBW] Re: Jobst ever say why he didn't wear helmet?

2017-10-06 Thread Steve Palincsar
*Please let's not discuss helmet use.* On 10/06/2017 09:25 PM, Don Compton wrote: Not wearing a helmet while cycling is right up there with the argument regarding not wearing a seatbelt in a car. What if I can't get out of the car? I have seen rider's heads bounce off pavement with a

Re: [RBW] French Fender Day 2017 at JPW

2017-10-06 Thread Steve Palincsar
A lot closer for you than for many on this list! On 10/06/2017 02:19 PM, Peter White wrote: I'd love to go and bring my Rambouillet with its Gilles Berthoud carbon fiber fenders, but it's a 3 hour drive each way. Aarrrghh! PJW On Fri, Oct 6, 2017 at 1:46 PM, Steve Palincsar <pa

Re: [RBW] French Fender Day 2017 at JPW

2017-10-06 Thread Steve Palincsar
roups.com>. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com <mailto:rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com>. Visit this group at https://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout. -- Steve Palincsar Alexandria, V

Re: [RBW] French Fender Day 2017 at JPW

2017-10-06 Thread Steve Palincsar
ho's in?  My Rivendells are staying at home but I'll be there with my 650b Peugeot PX-50 (and maybe my son's 500a Gitane). -- Steve Palincsar Alexandria, Virginia USA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsub

Re: [RBW] Is tube patching a permanent, reliable fix?

2017-10-06 Thread Steve Palincsar
patches are indeed “getchahome” repairs for racer types with 120psi. But my experience at 80-85psi has given me confidence that they can also be a long-term repair. Perhaps you're right.  I only ever tried them on 23mm tubes. -- Steve Palincsar Alexandria, Virginia USA -- You received

Re: [RBW] Re: Diff between slick GravelKing and Compass Babyshoe Pass? Looks the same. Described the same.

2017-10-06 Thread Steve Palincsar
/05/2017 12:59 AM, Jim A wrote: Speaking of rebranding: I have handled slick 650b Gravel King tires that have "PACENTI" molded into the sidewall, so maybe Panaracer is reusing the mold of a Pacenti-commisioned tire? It could be a different compound/material though. -- Steve

Re: [RBW] Diff between slick GravelKing and Compass Babyshoe Pass? Looks the same. Described the same.

2017-10-06 Thread Steve Palincsar
) are very nice and can be had for relatively cheap straight from GB. The Hetre are heavier and don't roll as fast, but they're very nice as well. $38.xx USD prior to shipping Any idea what the shipping on a tire would be? -- Steve Palincsar Alexandria, Virginia USA -- You received this message

Re: [RBW] Re: Jobst ever say why he didn't wear helmet?

2017-10-05 Thread Steve Palincsar
In fact, in the end didn't he crash and suffer brain damage from which he never recovered? On 10/05/2017 02:45 PM, Ron Mc wrote: maybe he never fell down - I haven't been that lucky -- Steve Palincsar Alexandria, Virginia USA -- You received this message because you are subscribed

Re: [RBW] Diff between slick GravelKing and Compass Babyshoe Pass? Looks the same. Described the same.

2017-10-04 Thread Steve Palincsar
since they have the mold and equipment to make them and was making their own and that they were changing the name and selling them under another name. -- Steve Palincsar Alexandria, Virginia USA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners

Re: [RBW] Diff between slick GravelKing and Compass Babyshoe Pass? Looks the same. Described the same.

2017-10-04 Thread Steve Palincsar
? Panaracer makes lots of different tires.  One thing I absolutely do not believe is that Compass is re-branding existing Panaracer tires.  Let me suggest you buy one of each and compare them. -- Steve Palincsar Alexandria, Virginia USA -- You received this message because you are subscribed

Re: [RBW] Re: Is tube patching a permanent, reliable fix?

2017-10-04 Thread Steve Palincsar
On 10/04/2017 10:23 AM, lum gim fong wrote: Sounds permanent. Do you all use patched tubes on your front wheel? Feel safe enough for that? Absolutely. For anyone who's interested, Rivendell has a video in the articles section of their website teaching how to patch a tube. -- Steve

Re: [RBW] Re: Is tube patching a permanent, reliable fix?

2017-10-04 Thread Steve Palincsar
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Re: [RBW] Re: Is tube patching a permanent, reliable fix?

2017-10-04 Thread Steve Palincsar
experience, mostly the die from issues at the base of the Presta valve. -- Steve Palincsar Alexandria, Virginia USA -- 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, sen

Re: [RBW] 10x200 mile challenge nearing the end

2017-10-04 Thread Steve Palincsar
cover fast enough to feel good on the in between days. -- Steve Palincsar Alexandria, Virginia USA -- 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-bun

[RBW] Re: Soma Supple Vitesse for sale

2017-10-03 Thread Steve Butcher
Price drop and bump...$70.00 for the pair-shipped CONUS. I know they're skinny by today's standards but they're mighty supple. On Sunday, October 1, 2017 at 8:28:21 PM UTC-5, Steve Butcher wrote: > > I'm offering for sale one pair of Soma Supple Vitesse EX 700 x 28c tires. > They h

Re: [RBW] 10x200 mile challenge nearing the end

2017-10-03 Thread Steve Palincsar
ep through 8.  Niner Air 9 Carbon Almost done! So has it been worth it?  And did any special favorites among the many emerge?  (Or was it a case of "Love the One You're With"?) -- Steve Palincsar Alexandria, Virginia USA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to th

Re: [RBW] Re: Saluki Re-Tired

2017-10-03 Thread Steve Palincsar
this winter.  I'd say they're easily 80% of the performance of a Stampede Pass std casing for less than half the price, and still probably better than any tire that was available for that bike in 27 x 1 1/4" when it was new. -- Steve Palincsar Alexandria, Virginia USA -- You rec

Re: [RBW] Is tube patching a permanent, reliable fix?

2017-10-03 Thread Steve Palincsar
to get you home that inevitably fail in the long run and end up ruining your tube. "Regular" patches like the Remas if done correctly are a permanent fix.   It's not hard to do them correctly. -- Steve Palincsar Alexandria, Virginia USA -- You received this message because you are subs

Re: [RBW] Re: Saluki Re-Tired

2017-10-03 Thread Steve Palincsar
vulcanizing fluid -- Steve Palincsar Alexandria, Virginia USA -- 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.co

[RBW] Soma Supple Vitesse for sale

2017-10-01 Thread Steve Butcher
. Thanks, Steve. -- 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

Re: [RBW] Re: Saluki.

2017-09-29 Thread Steve Palincsar
these photos were taken, in Maryland's St Marys County.  These photos were all taken on the same ride (indeed, on the same road) as the one featuring the Saluki. On 09/29/2017 04:29 PM, Bruce wrote: Immaculate bike Steve.  You trailer it there, take picture then put it back? :) Love those

Re: [RBW] Re: Saluki.

2017-09-29 Thread Steve Palincsar
gim. Bigger than huge.  Monstro Gigantor.  Let's compare a Range Rover with an Aston Martin, why don't we.   I can see plenty of reasons why you might want to have both, but I can't see any reason to think the two would really be interchangeable. -- Steve Palincsar Alexandria, Virginia

Re: [RBW] Re: Saluki.

2017-09-28 Thread Steve Palincsar
Even On 09/28/2017 07:35 AM, 'Dave Small' via RBW Owners Bunch wrote: Hugh, I've wondered the same thing.  I'd be interested in a 60cm or 61cm Saluki---I can't remember if they come in odd or even sizes---but haven't seen one become available since I started watching. -- Steve Palincsar

Re: [RBW] Re: Driver: "I don't know bike language"

2017-09-27 Thread Steve Palincsar
rom seeing it. If there is much traffic I like to use both. Steve Alternating, I hope - with a lot of traffic it's really better to have at least one hand on the handlebars! :-) On Wed, Sep 27, 2017 at 7:47 AM Eric Norris <campyonly...@me.com <mailto:campyonly...@me.com>> wrot

[RBW] Re: WTB: Brooks B68

2017-09-27 Thread Steve Butcher
Hi VeloVert. PM sent. Steve Butcher Stockton, Missouri USA On Thursday, September 21, 2017 at 11:26:46 PM UTC-5, VeloVert wrote: > > Still looking for a Brooks B68 saddle in new/newish condition, preferably > in Black. I have a Brown Brooks Flyer in excellent condition (riden less

[RBW] MUSA Railroad shirt

2017-09-26 Thread Steve Lindly
5-7 times, and laundered the same number. For $30 I will mail the shirt to you. Just give me a call at 307-631-0592 <(307)%20631-0592> or email at slin...@bresnan.net Thanks. Steve in Wyoming -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW

[RBW] Re: OT, sorry, but somewhat urgent question about car trouble

2017-09-25 Thread Steve Butcher
Does this car have a distributor? If so, there might be a crack in the distributor crack. The crack lets just enough moisture in to cause a short. On Sunday, September 24, 2017 at 8:58:37 AM UTC-5, Patrick Moore wrote: > > Riv content: I am riding my Rivs more, now that I've more or less

Re: [RBW] Re: OT, sorry, but somewhat urgent question about car trouble

2017-09-24 Thread Steve Palincsar
04:02 PM, Joe Bernard wrote: "Check engine" is related to the emissions equipment, and could be as simple as retightening the gas cap. I strongly recommend having the car looked at, there's just too many possibilities to diagnose it here. -- Steve Palincsar Alexandria, Virginia U

Re: [RBW] Re: 1x Friction Shifting Rivs - whachu got?

2017-09-22 Thread Steve Palincsar
that way.  I remember reading a posting by an owner who said his bike was "possessed by the Devil" on account of throwing the chain, as you say, on bouncy roads.  They came up with this nifty chain keeper to prevent derailing: Image result for moulton chain keeper Steve Palincsar

Re: [RBW] Re: WTB: Swift Industries waxed canvas panniers

2017-09-14 Thread Steve Palincsar
on't ride too well in the real world. Steve Palincsar Alexandria, Virginia USA -- 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-

Re: [RBW] Mickelson Trail Bike Camping

2017-09-13 Thread Steve Palincsar
you are there, by all means ride them. I lack the superlatives to describe it. -- Steve Palincsar Alexandria, Virginia USA -- 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: NYC Century on Cheviot

2017-09-12 Thread Steve Palincsar
on the train. The stop just before is Cold Spring, with easy access to miles and miles of great dirt roads. PM me if you'd like a route suggestion or two. -- Steve Palincsar Alexandria, Virginia USA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners

[RBW] WTB: Small Mixte

2017-09-10 Thread steve
All, Looking for a small mixte complete or frame. Anyone have a Glorius, Betty or the like in the smallest sizes available. Doesn't need to be in perfect condition...actually almost prefer some beausage. Steve -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups

Re: [RBW] Latex 650b Tubes

2017-09-09 Thread Steve Palincsar
. http://www.ebay.com/itm/like/371773652370?chn=ps=1 Vittoria MTB Latex 26 x 1.7/2.3" Presta Tube RVC 36mm Vittoria MTB Latex 26 x 1.7/2.3" Presta Tube RVC 36mm Steve Palincsar Alexandria, Virginia United States of America -- You received this message because you are subscribed to

[RBW] Re: Howdy from central Wisconsin!

2017-09-07 Thread Steve Butcher
Howdy, Stephen! Nice to see you're joining the bunch! I, too, have enjoyed your Instagram postings. Really looking forward to seeing your Hunqapillar and reading about your adventures together; whether it's long walks on the beach or in some far off locale! Steven, with a "v". On

Re: [RBW] Re: Sunrace make good cassettes?

2017-09-02 Thread Steve Palincsar
On 09/02/2017 05:52 PM, Garth wrote: Ha Ha ! No matter how the most or the least, the first or the last, no matter how it is seen , one gear alone is ridden in any given moment. Separation of One is impossible. One is One is One, no matter how many ways One is experienced there is

Re: [RBW] Re: Sunrace make good cassettes?

2017-09-02 Thread Steve Palincsar
On 09/02/2017 03:23 PM, Patrick Moore wrote: Quoth Garth: / I get the idea of the minimizing to save this and that, but if I think I am "saving" anything at all by effort to avoid something , life has it's own way of showing me the utter futility of the idea. Like , "oh I know, I'll just

Re: [RBW] Sunrace make good cassettes?

2017-09-02 Thread Steve Palincsar
On 09/02/2017 12:03 PM, lum gim fong wrote: With my triple I am constantly switching between 2nd and 3rd rings. If I can juat stay on one ring that might be better. To me this indicates your choice of chain rings and sprockets is not optimal for you. Quoting Jan Heine from 3 Nov 2012

Re: [RBW] Re: Help from coastal riders: how to deal with sand?

2017-09-02 Thread Steve Palincsar
What ultrasonic cleaner do you use? Any recommendations? Or is this a case of even the lowest performing ultrasonic cleaner is so much better than none at all? On 09/02/2017 07:53 AM, Ron Mc wrote: Steve, I'm talking about simplicity. No, nothing is better than ultrasonic w/ mineral

Re: [RBW] Re: Help from coastal riders: how to deal with sand?

2017-09-02 Thread Steve Palincsar
"Hose it down" implies water at pressure? -- superior to soaking and agitation in a solvent like mineral spirits? On 09/02/2017 07:39 AM, Ron Mc wrote: Ann, I also think the best option for you is stainless chain, White Lightning Clean Ride bottled lube, hose it down to clean, let it dry and

Re: [RBW] Re: Sunrace make good cassettes?

2017-09-02 Thread Steve Palincsar
On 09/01/2017 10:26 PM, lum gim fong wrote: Thanks, Steve This cassette is for my 24/40 compact cranks. So I need the 11 to get me in the 94" range with my 650B x 40 tires so I don't spin out too, too soon on the long downhills. Yes, to get a useful gear with an 11T sprocket an

Re: [RBW] Re: Sunrace make good cassettes?

2017-09-02 Thread Steve Palincsar
On 09/01/2017 11:36 PM, dougP wrote: Whatever you get, carefully check the tooth count to make sure it's as useful as you want. I picked up a box the other day for a SRAM 11-32 that seemed impressively light. Then I noticed it was 11-12-14 etc. With a 44 "big ring" & 700c x 40 mm tires,

Re: [RBW] Sunrace make good cassettes?

2017-09-01 Thread Steve Palincsar
On 09/01/2017 06:48 PM, lum gim fong wrote: Deciding to get Shimano HG51 8-speed 11-32 or 11-34 and I see Sunrace has same. Was wondering if they are comparable in quality or not. I'm using a customized 8 speed 12-32 Sunrace cassette I turned into a 13-32 on my Jack Taylor. I like it a

Re: [RBW] Can you feel a 1.3 gear inch difference going uphill?

2017-09-01 Thread Steve Palincsar
If you take it to the extreme, at some point when you're on the very threshold of ability that 1.3 gear inch difference is going to be the difference between blowing up and not blowing up, so then you will surely see and feel the difference. When you're not out on the extreme raggedy edge,

Re: [RBW] S24O C Canal

2017-08-25 Thread Steve Palincsar
And those lockhouses are a LOT more expensive to stay at than tent camping! Rents all run to three figures, even for the cheapest one. On 08/25/2017 04:01 PM, WETH wrote: Steve, Tony, and Chris, The Lockhouse was an experience I wanted to have, and I encourage you all to try it. The two

Re: [RBW] What do Rivendell riders use for GPS computers?

2017-08-24 Thread Steve Palincsar
How about a nice wired computer? You could always look up the elevation gain on RWGPS on your computer... On 08/24/2017 05:44 PM, lum gim fong wrote: Next in the series (https://groups.google.com/forum/#!searchin/rbw-owners-bunch/what$20do$20rivendell$20riders%7Csort:relevance): What do

Re: [RBW] S24O C Canal

2017-08-24 Thread Steve Palincsar
On 08/24/2017 05:39 PM, WETH wrote: Steve, I wonder if we passed each other? We got on the towpath at Fletcher's about 1:15p. I was almost home by then. Before the blue sky, it looked like it would rain. As we left Bethesda, I thought it would rain. I was pleasantly surprised

Re: [RBW] S24O C Canal

2017-08-24 Thread Steve Palincsar
On 08/24/2017 02:22 PM, WETH wrote: Yesterday, my sons, a family friend, and I rode 29 miles to a Lockhouse on the C canal. Write-up with photos here: https://lightofferings.wordpress.com/2017/08/24/s24o-to-lockhouse-22/ Riv content: a Cheviot, a Rosco Bubbe, as well as a Bridgestone RB-1

Re: [RBW] 21 speed rear?

2017-08-19 Thread Steve Palincsar
How big are the steps when you say on the big ring? On 08/19/2017 05:39 AM, Ron Mc wrote: This could only work with a very accurate electronic shifter, and quite possibly a fully automatic one. It's is for people who ride in a total cadence world. Maybe it's something about stiff bikes that

Re: [RBW] Brake and Shifting Housing - Bulk Suggestions

2017-08-16 Thread Steve Palincsar
On 08/16/2017 06:12 PM, Dave wrote: Hi Riv-friends, I find myself swapping around handlebars enough that its probably time I make the switch from buying kits, to buying long lengths of housing. I think perhaps you should ask yourself why you are doing that. -- You received this message

Re: [RBW] Re: PSA: Richard Sachs(!) Rivendell on CL

2017-08-16 Thread 'Steve' via RBW Owners Bunch
<https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-D9VewNcd8AU/WZSHLOiBxDI/AAM/RwT3ejzT4uUSROvuP1yb9fzIHByC2EcmACLcBGAs/s1600/Riv5.JPG> On Wednesday, August 16, 2017 at 1:52:10 PM UTC-4, Steve wrote: > > Pictured from a previous owner, so not as currently built. I think I am > either

[RBW] Re: Hitch rack recommendations?

2017-08-16 Thread 'Steve' via RBW Owners Bunch
Might want to consider a Kuat, which also get highly rated. Another similar option is the Rocky Mounts, which you can buy on Nashbar and save when they run their 25% off everything sales with free shipping On Monday, August 14, 2017 at 2:11:07 PM UTC-4, Michele wrote: > > Shopping for a rack

Re: [RBW] Re: PSA: Richard Sachs(!) Rivendell on CL

2017-08-16 Thread 'Steve' via RBW Owners Bunch
on Velocity Aerohead rim: 80cm Wasn't intending this as a FS, but if anyone is interested... On Tuesday, August 15, 2017 at 11:05:00 PM UTC-4, cyclot...@gmail.com wrote: > > Pictures, Steve!!! > > On Tue, Aug 15, 2017 at 5:25 PM, 'Steve' via RBW Owners Bunch < > rbw-owne..

[RBW] Re: PSA: Richard Sachs(!) Rivendell on CL

2017-08-15 Thread 'Steve' via RBW Owners Bunch
RS2...As the owner of RS1, never thought I'd see RS2 or RS3 in the wild... On Wednesday, August 9, 2017 at 9:58:00 PM UTC-4, cyclot...@gmail.com wrote: > > Doug, That's my friend Bryn's bike! You rode with her and Arlo at least > once: https://www.flickr.com/photos/cyclotourist/4469017732/ > >

Re: [RBW] Re: How much drop from the bar can I get out of a Berthoud decaleur?

2017-08-15 Thread Steve Palincsar
Just don't forget, it's August and France is closed for vacation, Berthoud included. On 08/15/2017 05:47 PM, lum gim fong wrote: Thanks for the referrals. I scoped these out yesterday. All these stores, including Gilles himself are currently outta stock of H 121 threaded and H 91 threaded.

Re: [RBW] Re: Boulder Tips

2017-08-15 Thread Steve Palincsar
On 08/15/2017 07:13 PM, Deacon Patrick wrote: Colorado is microbrew haven for the prepubescent whisky. Enjoy! If you find yourself down Colorado Springs' way, holler! Now that doesn't mean moonshine, does it? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW

Re: [RBW] Re: How do you guys do it, buying a bike sight unseen

2017-08-15 Thread Steve Palincsar
On 08/15/2017 02:40 PM, Daniel D. wrote: Thanks for the thoughts everyone. The worry's died down a bit. Blue vs. gray is not quite as settled :p. Another thing was reading that the silver and sugino cranks are not 10-speed friendly. There is a Sugino triple that is, the Alpina 2.

Re: [RBW] How much drop from the bar can I get out of a Berthoud decaleur?

2017-08-15 Thread Steve Palincsar
On 08/15/2017 12:43 AM, lum gim fong wrote: I want to use my Berthoud handlebar bag (GB28) from my drop bar bike on my Bosco bike, too. But the Bosco bars are too high for any decaleur to reach down to the bag, and I am not lowering by bars. I noticed that the Berthoud decaleur looks like

Re: [RBW] Re: 200 miles on 10 bikes, an essentially pointless self-challenge

2017-08-12 Thread Steve Palincsar
So are you having fun? I get the sense that you are, and that this self-challenge so far has been anything but pointless. On 08/12/2017 07:12 PM, Bill Lindsay wrote:

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: 58cm Rosco Road

2017-08-12 Thread Steve Palincsar
rules, diktats, executive orders, social pressure - whatever you feel like resisting! On 08/12/2017 05:56 PM, Patrick Moore wrote: Wha ...? Resist the photos, or resist The Man (collective and amorphous sense)? On Sat, Aug 12, 2017 at 3:55 PM, Steve Palincsar <palin...@his.

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: 58cm Rosco Road

2017-08-12 Thread Steve Palincsar
On 08/12/2017 05:52 PM, Patrick Moore wrote: List rules as well as local, state, and federal statutes, not to mention diktats from Homeland Security (bow and scrape) and executive orders from the Man with the Hair, require all buyers of new bikes who post to the rbw list to, within two (2)

[RBW] Re: Good place for Brooks saddle shopping?

2017-08-12 Thread Steve Butcher
I've found some good prices at Modern Bike out of Des Moines, Iowa. Sometimes you can catch them running sales on Brooks and sometimes with free shipping, too. On Friday, August 11, 2017 at 7:29:13 AM UTC-5, lum gim fong wrote: > > Rivsite is limited in Brooks saddle types. Was wondering where

Re: [RBW] Re: How do you guys do it, buying a bike sight unseen

2017-08-10 Thread Steve Palincsar
On 08/10/2017 06:51 PM, Bill Lindsay wrote: Steve correctly pointed out a qualifier "Of course, there could also be an issue with the stoutness of tubing required for a loaded touring bike vs an unloaded roadie, so tell us about the frame tubing of the touring bike as well. And by all

Re: [RBW] Re: How do you guys do it, buying a bike sight unseen

2017-08-10 Thread Steve Palincsar
On 08/10/2017 05:24 PM, Bill Lindsay wrote: I think it's the same as ordering a custom. Trust the supplier + comprehend the numbers. If you don't or can't comprehend the numbers, then it's a leap of faith. Move it on if you hate it and try to learn something from it that you can use next

Re: [RBW] Re: Advice for selling a Saluki/Hilsen?

2017-08-09 Thread Steve Palincsar
On 08/09/2017 06:09 PM, dougP wrote: Group: Were Saluki dimensions ever published? You mean, like this? SALUKI GEOMETRY, TIRE CAPACITY, BRAKE SPECS *BB DROP *mm *TT UPSLOPE *degrees *Rear Hub Space *mm *APPROX. Standover at mid TT*** * *cm

Re: [RBW] Re: 200 miles on 10 bikes, an essentially pointless self-challenge

2017-08-06 Thread Steve Palincsar
On 08/06/2017 03:26 PM, Bill Lindsay wrote: I won't be doing any super-technical ride reporting as it pertains to bike performance. I simply don't have the vernacular for it. I have no idea what 'tunr-in' is. You mean, besides a typo? "Turn-in" would make sense; car reviews talk

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