[RBW] Friday Morning Adventure
Tony, what a great idea and way to begin a work day! Let me know if you do something similar this summer as I would enjoy the ride. -Erl -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Stuffs
Oh my.feel better soon.prayers and good thoughts for a speedy recovery! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Advice: crank arms less than 165mm
My wife who is 5'3 with a PBH of 74 develops knee pain during rides longer than 10 miles. As she has been easing into cycling over the last year, she rides exclusively in her small chainring (24) on her Sugino XD2 triple 46-36-24 with 165mm crankarms. The pain is in front in her kneecaps. I am going to be raising her seat slightly and pushing her saddle slightly back to see if that helps. I am also considering shorter crank arms given her relatively short legs compared to torso. Does anyone have experiences with shorter crank arms, especially folks in my wife's height range? Also thoughts on good crank sets with shorter crank arms? I was thinking of trying 155mm crank arms if adjusting seat height didn't alleviate the issue. Can I put non-Sugino crank arms on a Xd2? Thanks for any insights, Erl -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Advice: crank arms less than 165mm
Thanks everyone for the quick and thoughtful responses. I will definitely be adjusting height of saddle and sliding it back a bit as a first course of action. If that doesn't help, I wanted a plan B which might be the shorter cranks. Stretching more is also good advice that I will pass along. I also will try to get her to experiment with riding a bit more in the middle 36 chainring. She handle the pain well on our 5 day GAP ride of 30 mile days, but I hope I can find a way to eliminate much of her pain. She really enjoys riding. From experience, I know that minor adjustments can bring great comfort or discomfort, so I will start there. It is a challenge to troubleshoot someone else's discomfort. Thanks again, Erl -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Father-Daughter S24O for the 4th
Patrick, That looks to have been a great trip. I don't think it gets much better than sharing our passions with those we love. All the best,Erl -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Finally...Bridgestone transformed into a Resurrectio
Beautiful bike! A great project and write-up. I wish you years of enjoyable rambling on that beautiful bike. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: The Chicken
That is beautiful. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Summer adventures
With opening teacher meetings looming, I thought I would share a quick recap and photos of several summer biking adventures. I posted earlier about our family ride in June on the GAP trail; photos are here: https://flickr.com/photos/86975051@N08/sets/72157644880466610 In July two friends and I cycled the entire CO Canal. Photos from that trip are here: https://flickr.com/photos/86975051@N08/sets/72157646398102925 For many years I have wanted to cycle from Pittsburg to Washington, DC on the GAP and CO. Though I had to break the journey up into two adventures, the journey was as enjoyable as I had hoped. Finally in early August we vacationed in Cape Cod with friends. I brought my Atlantis, and we explored as a family the Cape's great network of rail trails. Photos are here: https://flickr.com/photos/86975051@N08/sets/72157646398220275 While in Harwich on Cape Cod, I saw this Ross Eurosport resting in the bike area at the public beach. Several years ago Grant posted on the Blug several photos of well used bikes he saw in NYC, if I remember correctly. The Ross reminded me of that series of photos. The bike looks more or less equipped with original components and appears to have spent its entire life by the ocean. It continues to transport someone to the beach: http://flic.kr/p/oqc7Ju For next summer, my wife and I are thinking of cycling the Erie Canal. If anyone has ridden portions, I would appreciate any insights and advice. All the best and safe cycling, Erl -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Wheelbase for a 56cm Atlantis?
My 56 Atlantis has a wheelbase of 104cm according to my tape. However, this measurement was taken after only one cup of coffee. Erl -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] ISO of 1-1/8 knurled headset spacers
Conway, I have 5 of the black knurled ones. See photo here: http://flic.kr/p/oK5AfU They appear to be 5mm each for a total stack height of 2.5cm I would be willing to part with them as they no longer complement my stem since I changed from a silver one. Anyway let me know and maybe we can work something out. Thanks, Erl -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
Re: [RBW] ISO of 1-1/8 knurled headset spacers
Conway, $10 shipped sounds good. PayPal ok? If you email me off list, I will respond with my Paypal email address which is different from email address linked to my profile here. I won't get them shipped out till Monday. No, the Salsa stem is in use and not available. I used to have a silver stem and had a black and silver scheme going with the spacers/stem. I have been meaning to replace the black/knurled spacers with smooth silver colored. Thanks, Erl -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] BUMP! FS: Green Nelson Longflap, large, expandable saddle wedge
Patrick, I am intrigued. Any photos of the longflap? Thanks, Erl -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
Re: [RBW] Re: Indian Head 100 and Seagull Century rides?
I am hoping to ride the 43 or 60 mile option on my Atlantis depending on how I feel. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
Re: [RBW] Well, Damn
Chris, All the best for a speedy recovery. -Erl -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: German Mirror ???
I like mine: https://flic.kr/p/jwysaa I use it on my commuting bike. The coverage is good enough and the mirror is rugged. I park the bike behind the door in my classroom and on the porch of my house where the mirror receives constant bumping. The bike has also fallen over more times than I care to admit, and the mirror survives. I have not experienced the issues Michael has, but I haven't readjusted the clamp to bar fitting much. Based on its design, I can see where it might not take too much adjusting. I have the tension on the mirror to arm connection such that I can adjust the angle of the mirror with a firm hand; this allows me to adjust it as I ride should it have gotten smacked too hard by an opening door. I have it mounted on Albatross bars. Overall a stout mirror that allows me to track overtaking cars. All the best, Erl On Tuesday, September 9, 2014 6:41:49 PM UTC-4, Michael Hechmer wrote: My wife uses them on both her betty on our tandem. She likes them. I have also used one and liked it better than other mirrors I have tried. However, the plastic strap and clamp that holds it to the bars is inadequate. It seems impossible to get it tight enough to keep from moving and after just a few readjustments the plastic threads wear down. Michael On Tuesday, September 9, 2014 6:12:25 PM UTC-4, Jon in the foothills of Central Colorado wrote: Does anyone use or have experience with the German Mirror from Rivendell? Comments??? I'm looking for a bike mounted mirror. Thanks in advance. Jon -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Dia compe knob grip?
Conway, I use the bar ends off some old Ergon grips I had in inventory. I placed them forward on my albatross bars. They provide a nice place to hook my thumb or index finger if I am leaning forward and gripping the bars forward of the bend. Visual here: https://www.flickr.com/photos/86975051@N08/14710793269/ They work well enough. All the best, Erl -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
Re: [RBW] Buy my 56cm Bombadil so I can get that Cheviot!
That is a beautiful bike!!! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
Re: [RBW] Re: Rivendell Quickbeam single speed, 58 cm, $800
Congratulations! I was sorely tempted by this, too. I look forward to learning how you like it. All the best, Erl On Tuesday, September 23, 2014 2:16:48 PM UTC-4, Conway Bennett wrote: I procrastinated a bit then decided to part with the Surly which I can always replace and which I would have bought bigger if I had to do it over. Lots of love on the list for QBs so I've been intrigued and know I won't be upside down in it if I don't like it. It'll immediately get a CC build and end up being a roadish trail bike and my Sam stays the trailish road bike. Fair winds, Captain Conway Bennett On Sep 23, 2014, at 1:03 PM, Bill Lindsay tape...@gmail.com javascript: wrote: Yay new bike day! Thanks for saving me. I had been waiting for a 58 QB for a long time before buying a Gunnar SS off the list. This was still too good to pass up. I'm glad I was able to foot-drag enough to avoid the inevitable and allow you to get it. On Tuesday, September 23, 2014 10:40:24 AM UTC-7, Conway Bennett wrote: I bought it. Can't believe it but that was a hell of a deal. So now I have a Surly Cross Check FS. There was a lot of redundancy between my Sam and Surly so now I'll have a much more roadish bike and an all rounder. Now I wait for new bike day! FW, CBB -- You received this message because you are subscribed to a topic in the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this topic, visit https://groups.google.com/d/topic/rbw-owners-bunch/YMt3xJL2RJI/unsubscribe . To unsubscribe from this group and all its topics, send an email to rbw-owners-bun...@googlegroups.com javascript:. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owne...@googlegroups.com javascript:. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
Re: [RBW] Re: Considering my first Riv purchase and looking for helpful advice
I own and ride both a Surly LHT and an Atlantis. If I could keep only one, it would be the Atlantis. To quote Steve: I think most would agree that a LHT is a useful tool, but as a lifetime bicycle, not so much. On Tuesday, September 23, 2014 1:52:44 PM UTC-4, Steve Palincsar wrote: On 09/23/2014 05:39 AM, Ty Jeske wrote: Thanks for all the great advice and thoughtful responses everyone. The LHT I'm riding is my friend's spare, so I think I could get a good deal on it should I decide to go that direction. I am wary of buying what I intend to be a lifetime bicycle just because it's convenient or a bargain though, so I would love to see and ride a Sam first hand. If you know anyone who has a Sam in my area (i could meet anywhere in Florida), or in Atlanta where I visit frequently, please see if they're willing to allow a test-ride. I think I would fit a 55cm best. I think most would agree that a LHT is a useful tool, but as a lifetime bicycle, not so much. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Not Riv, but new Rivish build...
That is one nice looking bike. I enjoyed learning about your dyno hub and lights as well. Much good information and stunning photos, too. Enjoy the ride. Green with envy, Erl :) -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Ride Report: More Apen Shots
Gorgeous photos Patrick. You have inspired me to get out for a ride! Thanks,Erl -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Ride Report: More Apen Shots
Patrick, After seeing your glorious photos and report of your ride through the aspens, I resolved to take a quick ride. On my way out the door, I remembered my camera. The majority of the day had been cool and damp with a consistent drizzling of rain. Daylight was fading when I read your post so I cruised around the trails near my house for about two hours on my Atlantis. A few photos here: https://www.flickr.com/photos/86975051@N08/sets/72157648669565135/ No aspens, but Fall colors are slowly appearing. I thought of you as a CSX freight train roared past me! :( Those beasts shake the ground. :( Anyway, thanks for inspiring me to take a ride; it did my soul good. Regards, Erl -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
Re: [RBW] Re: new to me Redwood - unpack/ride
Congrats on the new bike. Enjoy adjusting things and the riding. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
Re: [RBW] Re: A. Homer visits the Big Apple - A report on a ride from NYC to Bear Mountain.
I enjoyed reading your ride report and viewing your photos. You reports are inspiring me to want to give this Rando thing a try. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Green Caffeinated Wheelmen mugs back in, and questions about Riv style pre-oredering.
Philip, Desert Solitaire is one of my favorite books. I find myself rereading the first few chapters every year. In Desert Solitaire Abbey masterfully conveys the beauty and magic of an area I love and never get to spend enough time. Abbey is an American original, though I don't agree with everything he wrote. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Winter Riding Pants
I commute 8 miles each way wearing MUSA pants over wool briefs and MUSA shorts down to about 26 degrees before I need to add some light weight tights underneath. On Friday, October 17, 2014 10:46:22 AM UTC-4, Ron Mc wrote: also with Deac, most of the time I will go with knickers, knicker base layer and Falke knee socks. With big wind, I'll go with the long pants, full -length base layer and thicker crew socks. What's very typical here is starting the morning in the low 40s and pushing low 70s by afternoon. With that expectation I use my rando bag for storage and may pop in a public restroom to swap layers. I always carry shorty socks in case the knee socks become too warm. On Friday, October 17, 2014 8:54:29 AM UTC-5, Deacon Patrick wrote: I wear MUSA knickers and the black merino wool not-so-tights from Rivendell. I may have put two pair tights on when riding at -20˚F. Bleow the knee I wear calf warmers and socks and gators as needed. The nylon MUSA knickers/pants are very repelling of wind, which is where most of the cold comes from on the bike. It doesn't take much of an insulate layer to retain the heat with a wind shell over it. Also highly breathable. With abandon, Patrick -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: A. Saluki Hilsen
From the photos, you are already enjoying the bike. Great pictures! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
Re: [RBW] Surly after Riv
My Long Haul Trucker also has a puffy sticker for a headbadge, and it and the other stickers are easy to remove should one be so inclined. On Thursday, October 23, 2014 10:26:49 AM UTC-4, Shoji Takahashi wrote: Headbadge? The one on my crosscheck was a puffy sticker. (Nice quality sticker, but not a headbadge.) Headbadge and stickers were easy enough to remove. They're applied w/out top coat on the crosscheck, probably that way with other models, too. On Wednesday, October 22, 2014 9:52:53 PM UTC-4, cyclot...@gmail.com wrote: Surly has an actual headbadge, that should mitigate their font choice some. On Wed, Oct 22, 2014 at 6:37 PM, Rod Holland rholla...@gmail.com wrote: I've got two. Dandy steel bikes, 10,000 happy miles on one of them. No roaches on mine. rod -- 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...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owne...@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout. -- Cheers, David Member, Supreme Council of Cyberspace it isn't a contest. Just enjoy the ride. - Seth Vidal -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
Re: [RBW] Re: FS: Rivendell Atlantis 56cm
Chris, I can picture you and the Atlantis rambling around the beautiful Texas countryside! I hope it all works out for you. Erl -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Dynohub wheelset WITH GOODIES!
Andrew,
Is this wheelset with goodies still available? I sent two emails earlier
this week, but I have been having issues with my email.
Thanks,
Erl
On Thursday, October 9, 2014 12:36:38 PM UTC-4, Andrew Marchant-Shapiro
wrote:
After extensive testing, and given that I have a Velogical rim dynamo, I
am selling my dynohub wheelset.
Front hub is a Shimano DHN370 (or DNH--I can't recall precisely the
sequence).
Rear hub is a Shimano 105 of the 9-speed era.
Each hub is laced with 32 double-butted stainless spokes to a Velo Orange
PBP rim.
The front hub has close to 15,000 miles on it, and has zero problems. The
rear hub has maybe 3,000 miles on it. The rims have about 1,500 miles.
The hubs were built into the rims with new spokes by the Devil's Gear in
New Haven.
Included: Skewers (front and rear do not match, IIRC, but they're Shimano
skewers), Velox rim tape, plug for connection to the hub, an Avenir 3W
headlight, used, with the connections for a taillight trimmed but still
useable (you'll need to make your own connections) and now mount, and a
pair of used but still good (do these things *EVER *wear out?) Vittoria
Randonneur reflective sidewall tires in 28mm, wire bead.
*NOTE: On my VO Rando bike, and ONLY on that bike, there is an
interaction that causes audible clicking when I am braking with this
wheelset. I do not know why; I have satisfied myself that there is no
danger associated with the noise, but it's annoying. It's probably (based
on tests with other frames) that these wheels would be silent in another
context.*
This is an ultimate commuter wheelset.
I will sell the whole schmear--wheels, light, tires--for $200 plus
shipping, just to get 'em out of my basement. Heck, if you need something
else, ask--I might throw it in. Paypal, please.
Contact me at: marchantshapiro {at} the mail which is run by the big G.
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[RBW] New to Me Rivendell Road (Standard)
The FedEx driver delivered my new-to-me Rivendell Road frame and fork on Saturday. There is nothing quite like the anticipation of a new bike. I had wanted something a bit different from my Atlantis and Surly LHT and decided this was it. This will be my winter project, and I hope to have it on the road come spring. Photos here: https://www.flickr.com/photos/86975051@N08/sets/72157646658697853/ So I have a question for the collective wisdom of this group. I have read Cyclofiend's page on the Rivendell Road Standard. How do I tell whether mine is a Road, Road Standard, or some other custom? I am at least the third owner. If I understand Waterford serial numbers, mine the 42nd frame made in July of 1996 (G96042). It doesn't matter to my riding enjoyment what model it is, but I am curious and take pride, like all of you, in my Rivendells. So, how to learn more about the frame? Also, does anyone have photos of their Rivendell Road (Standard) bike to share? Looking for ideas and inspiration. Thanks, Erl -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: New to Me Rivendell Road (Standard)
Thanks to all for the comments. I am looking forward to building-up and riding this bike. Tony, the build is still evolving. The challenge and fun for me will be building-up a road bike designed for skinny tires; a slightly different endeavor than what I did with my Atlantis.At the moment, it will have noodle drop bars with a Brooks b17 saddle. I am still debating between a compact double vs a triple crankset, with a 9speed cassette and bar end shifters. The previous owner said the max tire size is 700 x 28 and with fenders 700 x 25. My goal will be 700 x 26 Grand Bois tires under a set of fenders. Beyond this I have not settled on part specifics. I am continuing to find and view photos of other Riv Road Standards. I am always open to suggestions and don't do what I did comments. :) Thanks, Erl -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
Re: [RBW] Re: New to Me Rivendell Road (Standard)
Tim, Thanks for the great idea of converting to 650. I had pondered it, but I had figured the bb would be too low. Glad to know it works, and I think I will go with 650 wheels as well. A few questions if you don't mind: Do you use a 170 crank length? Which brakes do you use with the 650 wheelset? Do the 650 x 38b max out clearance under fenders? Your bike is beautiful! Thanks again, Erl On Monday, October 27, 2014 10:48:59 PM UTC-4, Tim Gavin wrote: I love that colorway; some of the loveliest Rivs have a dark head tube. My Road Standard is a '97 Waterford build, and the lugs look identical to yours. Mine has the exact same clearances: 700 x 28c with about 1 mm to spare under the brake bridge. I converted my Road Standard to 650 x 38b and am much happier with the ride and handling on GB Lierres. I have to be careful about the resultant extra-low BB, but the bike feels more Rivish to me on the wider tires. But then I'm 220#, so I appreciate bigger tires on just about any bike. :) ATMO, the Road Standard 753 tubeset feels pretty stiff for a skinny tire bike. Like a stout enough to tour on (which I do), but it can't fit a 700c touring tire. I prefer a more compliant frame if I'm limited to high pressure tires. The GB Cerf is a great tire for a skinny-only bike; I use them on my gofast (Italian steel Giordana). The Giordana frame is pretty flexy; its tubing is some French heat-treated Excelle NiChrom in a crazy-thin profile. Under my bulk, that flex gives it a great ride. It planes on skinny tires, where the Riv gets closest to that feel with the added plush of the Lierres. That said, the Riv frame will still be strong long after I've broken that Giordana frame, probably. The first generation Road Standard and All-Rounder have those gorgeous Nervex-like lugs, and are probably the least-expensive frames you'll find with Rivendell on the down tube. You made a great find on a beautiful bike! On Mon, Oct 27, 2014 at 9:02 PM, Tony DeFilippo vpi...@gmail.com javascript: wrote: That sounds cool Erl! Funny to think of a Riv with clearances that small, as the narrow tires go in sure those GB tires are excellent. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: New to Me Rivendell Road (Standard)
Bruce, Thanks for the help identifying the frame. On your road, what brakes are you using and what tire 650b tire size do you like? Thanks again, Erl On Tuesday, October 28, 2014 6:54:15 AM UTC-4, Fullylugged wrote: Erl With a 96 production date, yours is a road standard. About this time,iirc, they were switching to Italian dropouts. Technociclo or something like that. My road is running 650b and feels great. A rider from out of town came in on Sunday to test ride my road and my Saluki for comparison. The verdict is that both were nice, but the road has a livelier feel and is more desirable. Enjoy the build process and then enjoy the ride! Bruce -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
Re: [RBW] Re: New to Me Rivendell Road (Standard)
Tim and Jim, Thank you both for that great information on brakes, tires, fenders and wheels! That is exactly the feedback I was hoping for. I haven't started buying parts or building it up; it is a blank canvas at this point. Do either of you have a photo of your bike from the side showing how the 650b wheels look on the bike? Time for me to do a bit more reading on 650b wheelsets and tires. Thanks again, Erl On Tuesday, October 28, 2014 9:41:03 AM UTC-4, Tim Gavin wrote: Erl- I used Tektro R559 brakes, but recently received a set of Paul Racers in a trade and now use them. They're both good brakes. The Pauls feel stronger; maybe they're less flexy. My Riv had a 170 Campy Racing Triple crank, and that's what I still use. I tried and liked a 170 Stronglight 105, which was gorgeous but really tricky to shift well. The Stronglight only worked with friction and a vintage double derailleur; any triple I tried had a sculpted outer cage that would hit the very low-Q crank. I switched to Ergo shifters, so I put the Campy triple back on and got it some new rings. 650 x 38 b is the max you can fit between the forks and chainstays, horizontally. It has decent fender room above the 38 tire. SKS P45's mount easily, and fit well with pretty good clearance. I picked up a stick and it folded up my rear P45, so now I'm running the Velo Orange hammered 650 x 45 mm fenders. They are harder to mount and don't have as much clearance, but they sure are purty. If you get the SKS fenders, put a safety release clip on the back too! I'm installing PDW FMF safety tabs on my VO fenders this weekend for the safety release. However, the BB gets real low after conversion. The switch from 622 x 28 to 584 x 38 results in another 9 mm of frame drop. That's why the wise elves in Walnut Creek don't recommend the Road Standard as a good candidate for 650b conversion. But, as some of us have demonstrated, it works fine but you must be careful not to pedal when leaned over. I've done singletrack on my 650b Road, but on a trail with very few log-overs or other straddle obstacles. If you already are building it up 700c, then I'd recommend trying the Cerfs. They ride really great for such a skinny tire. Then keep an eye out for some used 650b wheels and R559 brakes on the list. Without fenders, one could change between 650b and 700c with a wheel and brake caliper swap (assuming compatible gearing on both wheels). Brake cable quick releases would make it a quick process. On Tue, Oct 28, 2014 at 8:01 AM, WETH erlho...@gmail.com javascript: wrote: Bruce, Thanks for the help identifying the frame. On your road, what brakes are you using and what tire 650b tire size do you like? Thanks again, Erl On Tuesday, October 28, 2014 6:54:15 AM UTC-4, Fullylugged wrote: Erl With a 96 production date, yours is a road standard. About this time,iirc, they were switching to Italian dropouts. Technociclo or something like that. My road is running 650b and feels great. A rider from out of town came in on Sunday to test ride my road and my Saluki for comparison. The verdict is that both were nice, but the road has a livelier feel and is more desirable. Enjoy the build process and then enjoy the ride! Bruce -- 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...@googlegroups.com javascript:. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owne...@googlegroups.com javascript:. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
Re: [RBW] New to Me Rivendell Road (Standard)
Tim, thanks for the photo. The wheels/tires look nice on the bike. It helps as I wanted to get a sense proportionally how the smaller wheels and larger tires would look on the frame. Bruce, I appreciate your information too about brakes, tires and the conversion to 650b. I am pleased that three of you have done the conversion and like the results. All the best, Erl -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
Re: [RBW] New to Me Rivendell Road (Standard)
That is a gorgeous bike! I do like the look with the 650b and fenders. Thanks so much for sharing the photo. I had read somewhere else about the tread pattern in the Lierre trapping bits of road flotsam and jetsam; I am sorry to learn they pick up glass on your commute. I have ridden Compass 26 x 1.75 tires on my Atlantis for about 6 months, like how they handle, and have yet to have a flat. Thanks again for the helpful info and photos. Erl On Wednesday, October 29, 2014 9:09:34 AM UTC-4, Tim Gavin wrote: Here's a newer shot, as promised. Wrong side, sorry. We had just climbed up a steep, long grade across from St. Paul, so catching my breath came before aesthetics. The sidewalls of the Lierres are more dingy a year later. I commute a 1-2 days a week on this bike (1-2 days on other bikes), so the tires are getting some miles on them. They're a great tire but not great for commuting; I get about 1 flat a month from glass shards. The glass shards seem to get caught in the zig-zag tread of the Lierre; I think they wouldn't get caught as easily in the finer, file tread of the Loup Loup Pass. The VO 650 x 45 mm fenders fit a little more closely than SKS P45's, and they have less clearance due to nuts inside the fender. But they look nice, aren't noisy, and seem to hold their position well (maybe because they're metal vs. chromo-plastic). You'd have more clearance with VO Zeppelin 650 x 52 mm fenders, and they should fit--but maybe with a little crimping at the fork crown. Or just go P45's, they're pretty easy. Enjoy the Road Standard, and share more pics when you have it built. I absolutely love the lugs, head badge, and the ride. And the fact that it says Rivendell on the down tube makes it easier to explain to people. On Tue, Oct 28, 2014 at 7:12 PM, WETH erlho...@gmail.com javascript: wrote: Tim, thanks for the photo. The wheels/tires look nice on the bike. It helps as I wanted to get a sense proportionally how the smaller wheels and larger tires would look on the frame. Bruce, I appreciate your information too about brakes, tires and the conversion to 650b. I am pleased that three of you have done the conversion and like the results. All the best, Erl -- 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...@googlegroups.com javascript:. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owne...@googlegroups.com javascript:. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Water (bottle) Retention
Patrick, I have used the 27oz Kleen Kanteen bottles for several years and like them. I have Iris cages on my Atlantis and the Kleen Kanteen plastic cages on my Surly LHT: http://www.kleankanteen.com/products/accessories/klean-kanteen-bike-cage.php I have never had a bottle fall out using either cage; both hold the bottles tightly. I personally do not like the tactile sensation or sound of sliding the bottle in and out of the Iris cages, but that is my own issue. The plastic cages have been very reliable on both my bike and my wife's. None have broken; however we do not ride much below 20F. All the best, Erl On Tuesday, November 4, 2014 8:33:42 AM UTC-5, Deacon Patrick wrote: Great to hear, Michael. Thank you. From what I've read, the plastic/nylon/polyglobutinidesomesuch all break in the cold. That won't work. So, as you may have seen from my wtb/wtt post, I'm switching to the Iris. With abandon, Patrick On Tuesday, November 4, 2014 6:01:20 AM UTC-7, Michael Hechmer wrote: Deacon, I have used the Kleen K. bottles for years and only remembering one or two incidents of them bouncing out. Probably because I hadn't pushed the bottle all the way in. I prefer to use the small bottle on the down tube and a large bottle on the seat tube. They work fine with either the Nitto or King cages. They did not work well with the Bontrager cages which came on our tandem. The biggest problem I have encountered on rough roads has been rattle between the bottle and cage. The Nitto racks are light enough to squeeze and tighten their grip. If it really bothers you, KK sells a plastic carrier that is made specifically for their bottles. I tried it and found it quite functional. KK sells a variety of tops, although few stores seem to carry them. On line you can get ones w/out the loop, but in the end I have not found it to be a big deal; I just position the loop in the cage so that it is away from my mouth when I lift it out. No other reengineering is required. Michael On Tuesday, November 4, 2014 7:10:09 AM UTC-5, Deacon Patrick wrote: Thanks, David and George. George, your suggestion reminded me I'd wondered if stretching a rubber tube over a bottle might grip the Iris cage, eliminate any rattle,a nd keep everything in there. H. I'm planning on the 27oz Kleen Kanteen widemouth. With abandon, Patrick -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: My Quickbeam was sad after the Entmoot...
Michael, Those are two stunning bikes. The Quickbeam with the blue handlebar wrap matching the blue frame accents is beautiful. On Monday, November 3, 2014 6:26:51 PM UTC-5, Michael Rivers wrote: ... and so I changed her around again. Enjoying the beach in Cape Cod, but missing the herd: https://www.flickr.com/photos/mrivers/14449164508/ https://www.google.com/url?q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.flickr.com%2Fphotos%2Fmrivers%2F14449164508%2Fsa=Dsntz=1usg=AFQjCNHKnNMgv43OyJeSKbRiz-Gl03x4MA After seeing all the other Quickbeams having fun on the left coast, I brought her home to try something new. First new brakes (Paul), then new tires (Schwalbe), but the real fun part (thanks Phillip Williamson!) was a wheelset with a real S3X hub! I set her up with a WI 20t freewheel, so there is a 70 in. direct drive third gear, and two lower gears. https://www.flickr.com/photos/mrivers/15496776908/ Her brother wanted in on the upgrades, and a new set of Soma terra-cotta tires made him happy. https://www.flickr.com/photos/mrivers/15682166135/ Twins https://www.flickr.com/photos/mrivers/15505589565/ Michael -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Hilsen Overhaul
Brian, I like the idea of Mark rack with platrack on the rear. I may have to give that a try. Are those Rene Herse cranks from Compass? If so, how do you like them? How have the chainrings worn compared to other brands? I am thinking of buying a set for my Rivendell Road Standard. Any thoughts after you have used them for a while would be appreciated. Thanks, Erl -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
Re: [RBW] Found at the Co-Op Tonight
Maybe the new to you Bombadil, Tony? On Thursday, November 6, 2014 6:49:38 AM UTC-5, Tony DeFilippo wrote: Hey Joe that's exactly it! I knew some one would pull out the arcane Nitto-knowledge!! Now to decide which bike will be graced by the new shiny thing Good thing it's new-bike-day! :) -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: New-Bombadil-Day!
Tony, That looks great! Enjoy the ride in this morning. The full moon was hanging just above the trees as I left my house on my bike at 6 this morning. A glorious morning to bike commute and on a New-Bombadil, too, enjoy! I look forward to seeing the bike in person. Erl On Thursday, November 6, 2014 11:42:16 PM UTC-5, Tony DeFilippo wrote: Pardon the poor image quality... I met up with Tom at about 4:30 today to pick up my new blue 56 Bombadil. It was a real pleasure meeting you Tom, thanks for the fantastic bike! While the bike came with a sweet Bullmoose cockpit I have a ~80 mile ride planned for Veterans Day and I didn't think I could hack the upright cockpit for that long of a day so I went into a crash build tonight with parts from all over the garage... good thing my Saluki is still down for the count as many of her parts were pressed into service. And yes as you'll see the Co-Op Nitto Handle Works Forged stem did make the initial build! :) Build highlights; 56 Bombadil - taller and bigger than I had expected... very close dimensions to my 60 Saluki 48cm Noodle handlebars w/ Nitto forged stem Bruce Gordon Canti's (super sweet, thanks Tom!) Sugino Triple off my Saluki Velocity 32H 650B wheelset off my Saluki Vee Rubber 650Bx1.95 Tires VO Orange brake cable housing Silver Shifter (rear/right only) No FD, stick shift for now Nitto R-14 rear rack / Nitto saddlebag QR Carradice longflap I think that's about it, I'll be commuting in tomorrow morning thanks to the successful build tonight... Can't wait! Tony https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-qQ-GkeeNzZY/VFxLbKAALEI/F2A/ZkbE_SSg8TY/s1600/IMG_20141106_232030.jpg https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-hBzvx3AVyYg/VFxLeirIhfI/F2Q/q3s6JBLkyM8/s1600/IMG_20141106_230810.jpg https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-ByHueL0cjGc/VFxLYsnmhiI/F10/PA5tDMQjEUg/s1600/IMG_20141106_230833.jpg https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-WX72fGJZlTI/VFxLdiBVV6I/F2I/YaDK6Cm0PVU/s1600/IMG_20141106_232047.jpg -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Polling what's the best 650b touring tire?
If it is not thread hijacking, anyone have experience with both Nifftyswifty and Soma New Xpress 650b tires and willing to share thoughts on how they compare? Hugh, apologies if this pulls too far away from your original question. -Erl -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Biking with the future wifey.
Congratulations! Rides with my wife are my favorite rides. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Bombadil final build--for now.
That looks great! I like the whole set-up. Enjoy the riding. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Veterans Day Ride - Bombadil Style!
Tony, A great write -up and terrific photos. You truly had perfect weather for your ride. I love how the Bombadil looks and I assume it was comfortable for the entire trip. I am sorry I had to work as it would have been fun to join you. I look forward to seeing the Bombadil in person and trying to keep up with you. I enjoyed the anecdote about the cross country runner; whenever that happens to me I figure that I am giving the runner a good story tell. Erl PS: a belated thanks for your service. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] New to me Atlantis
Dear Chris, Congratulations on the bike. I look forward to seeing more photos as the build progresses. As I age, I find the anticipation almost as good as the thing anticipated. My Atlantis, which has the same lug work as yours, remains my favorite bike. Wishing you countless happy miles. Erl -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] coffeeneuring
I enjoyed your writing and your photographs. Thanks for sharing. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Thankful Weekend
Jim, Much thanks to you for all you do! And, to all the members here much thanks for making this the best group. It is a must read for me every day. With appreciation, Erl -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: 56 Atlantis Shakedown Ride
Chris, I like your build! May it bring you endless happy miles. Erl -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Gabe's Atlantis has come to its new home
Bill, Congrats on the new bike. I look forward to seeing more pics as the build progresses. -erl -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
Re: [RBW] My stolen Rambouillet
I am sorry to read this. It is a beautiful bike. I am in the DC/Baltimore area and will keep watch if it appears locally. Best wishes for a recovery, Erl -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
Re: [RBW] Re: OT: best Mac for sophisticated Word Processing, for the $?
Agreed! My last two Mac laptops have been refurb, and they have performed flawlessly. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Maryland Paint Branch and Savage Mill Trail Ride report with pics.
Thanks for a wonderful description and great photos of your ride. Your description was so good, I didn't really need the photos, but I enjoyed seeing your bike. Based on your experience, I will add those trails to my must ride list. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] A poem for winter riders
Beautiful and evocative. You have a gift. Thanks for sharing it. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Best wishes to all for the new year
Patrick, I appreciate the sentiment: I am going to try to complain less, buy less, fret less, ride more, and be grateful for the opportunity to do so. And i aspire to do the same. Happy New Year! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: WTB: sackville saddle bag or similar
Steve, That's my zip code, too! Let me know if you want to ride sometime. -Erl On Monday, January 26, 2015 at 1:09:30 PM UTC-5, islaysteve wrote: John, I'd like the Carradice if the OP doesn't want it. Sorry I can't PM from my iPad. It would have to be shipped to 20895. If interested, please email me, address in my profile. 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 rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Coldest successful s24o yet..!
Wow! Well done. I look forward to learning more about the trip. On Wednesday, February 4, 2015 at 4:03:41 PM UTC-5, Mark Reimer wrote: I just rolled in from a s24o. I finally got out and tried my winter camping gear. For the most part it was successful. More on that later. But here's the Coles Notes... - 70km round trip - Coldest measured temperature was -33 overnight, -38 windchill - Incredibly enough, no frost bite - Rode 20km on the frozen Red River - Two owls perched above my tent and hooted all night! https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-gStBmWb8DQQ/VNKIvY254wI/JmQ/Hzh8j8T9F9Y/s1600/Feb%2Bs24o%2B2015%2B%28220%2Bof%2B70%29.jpg https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-iaS1m36ApAY/VNKI2GNFM1I/JmY/XCDNam991mk/s1600/Feb%2Bs24o%2B2015%2B%28242%2Bof%2B70%29.jpg https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-knQJzA_msxo/VNKJHbzaTDI/Jmg/Syu3Z-xov28/s1600/Feb%2Bs24o%2B2015%2B%28259%2Bof%2B70%29.jpg More to come... have to run some errands first. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Big Mid-Atlantic Bike Swap Meet
Steve, Thanks for the information. I plan on attending. -Erl -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
Re: [RBW] Semi-Rivv-y News
Congratulations on the find. It is a beautiful bike! On Friday, February 6, 2015 at 9:34:43 AM UTC-5, Eric Norris wrote: I'll let you know how it goes. I rode PBP '07 fixed, and '11 with friction shifting retro Campy, so this is no worse than either of those. Eric N www.CampyOnly.com CampyOnlyGuy.blogspot.com Twitter: @CampyOnlyGuy On Feb 5, 2015, at 10:03 PM, Jim Bronson jim.b...@gmail.com javascript: wrote: Beautiful bike, but there's not much that would make me want to ride period correct drivetrain components like that on a brevet. I'm firmly in the modern camp. On Thu, Feb 5, 2015 at 5:45 PM, Eric Norris campyo...@me.com javascript: wrote: OK, it's not a Rivendell, but I'm very excited about the impending delivery of this very nice Alex Singer from the 1970s sometime in the next few weeks. Fans of classic French handmade bicycles will know why I've lusted after one of these for years. This one became available just as a small financial windfall gave me ability to afford it. It's loaded with the details that make Alex Singer bicycles so distinctive--lugs blended into the top tube, crisp filed lugwork, handmade stem, custom racks, etc. Best of all, it's my size! List members in NorCal can look for it on at least one of the upcome San Francisco brevets. Heartfelt thanks to my wife for letting me buy it! Alex Singer http://flic.kr/p/qMeY3b by Campy Only https://www.flickr.com/35176895@N03 on Flickr. Just follow this link to see and comment on this photo: http://flic.kr/p/qMeY3b Image-1.jpg --Eric N www.CampyOnly.com CampyOnlyGuy.blogspot.com Twitter: @CampyOnlyGuy -- 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...@googlegroups.com javascript:. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owne...@googlegroups.com javascript:. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout. -- Keep the metal side up and the rubber side down! -- 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...@googlegroups.com javascript:. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owne...@googlegroups.com javascript:. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
Re: [RBW] 56cm 650B Toyo Homer for sale on RBW site...
I think Blakcloud experienced what I just did. If you follow the link to the Riv site, you are still able to place the frame in your cart. I have not attempted to check out, but I am still able to put it in my cart even though Christopher has already bought it. Some kind of glitch in the system no doubt. Any how, safe cycling wishes to all. Chris, we will need a family photo when you have all three built-up! On Friday, February 6, 2015 at 1:01:12 AM UTC-5, Dennis Hogan wrote: Huh?? On Thursday, February 5, 2015 at 6:49:14 PM UTC-8, Christopher Chen wrote: Find the thing that makes you happy and do it for the rest of your life I'm rationalizing this by thinking this bike would primarily be ridden by someone else but hey we'll have to see what she says On Thu, Feb 5, 2015 at 6:36 PM, Aaron Young 1ce...@gmail.com wrote: This purchase lends more support to the accusation that you just keep building the same bike over and over. :) -Aaron Young The Dalles, OR On Thursday, February 5, 2015, Chris Chen cc...@nougat.org wrote: My credit card company gives me a float on rationalizing what I just did On Thu, Feb 5, 2015 at 6:29 PM, Pondero cj.spin...@gmail.com wrote: Hello everyone, my name is Chris. I have a Hilsen fetish. - Christopher Chen Chris Johnson Sanger, Texas -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com . Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout. -- I want the kind of six pack you can't drink. -- Micah -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout. -- 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...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owne...@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout. -- I want the kind of six pack you can't drink. -- Micah -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Compass 26 × 1.75 Feedback requested
Dear Hugh, I bought a pair in March of 2014 for my Atlantis. They replaced a set of Big Apples 26x 2.1(?). The Compass seem faster but I have no data to confirm that. The compass ride as nicely as the Big Apples. I have about a 1000 miles on them and have not gotten one flat. (I really hate writing that...fate and all) I ride suburban/urban streets, paved bike paths, and some gravel trails. They handled those surfaces fine, perhaps a bit more sure footed on the dirt than the Big Apples. I rode them today and was pleased not to see any sidewall cracking yet. They do measure I believe closer to 1.60 than 1.75; someone else will verify/revise that I am sure. All in all nice tires that are well suited for how and where I ride. I will buy another pair when these wear out. I did buy the tubes that Compass recommends along with the tires. Purchasing through Compass was fast and painless. Hope that helps, Erl -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] A bike for Mom
Tony, That turned out great. The smile on your mom's face says it all! Erl -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: (f)Atlantis gets a new look
Fabulous photos. Glad the Albatross bars are working. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: 14 for '14
John and Tom, Those are great sets. Here is my contribution: https://flic.kr/s/aHsk83oRE8 -Erl -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Towards a new category: high performance upright
Jeremy, I enjoyed reading the post and looking at the Flickr gallery. Your experience with and feelings toward the upright bars mirrors mine. I look forward to reading your future posts on this topic. Thanks, Erl On Wednesday, January 28, 2015 at 3:51:20 PM UTC-5, Chris Lampe 2 wrote: I've always considered this to be a better bike than a road bike or a mountain bike for most people. My first adult bike was a 1995 Trek Multitrack but I had it set in a way that meets your definition. Right now, I'm riding a larger size version of that same bike. My newest bike that I will probably transition back to riding more also meets the criteria. It's based on a Handsome Devil frameset. https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-vIgiQCQgbsw/VMlLwC2eFeI/AE4/cgFgPd5phTw/s1600/IMG_1308.JPG On Wednesday, January 28, 2015 at 1:57:42 PM UTC-6, Jeremy Till wrote: Some musings and hopefully the first of a few posts on the subject: http://handlebarchronicles.blogspot.com/2015/01/high-performance-upright-towards-new.html Further thought for this list: my thinking about this category is directly informed, if not wholly made possible, by Grant and Rivendell's work. I want to take what they've done and talk about it more broadly as a category, as I believe there are many of us love this type of bike, Rivendell devotees or no. I hope to devote a future post to the intellectual antecedents of my category, including Grant but also Mike Flanigan/ANT, old Raleighs, early MTB's, etc. Your thoughts and comments much appreciated. -jeremy -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
Re: [RBW] Done
Well done! It looks like it will be a fun ride! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
Re: [RBW] Re: Winter Welcome Wagon [Share Your Pics]
Tony, Great pics and write-up. Bravo on biking today! I was wishing I had been biking while I sat in gridlocked traffic at 6:15am today. A snowplow took out a power pole and blocked all traffic lanes on Connecticut Avenue. Good times! I definitely need studded tires for my bike. Today's commute made that evident. Stay warm. -Erl -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Atlantis commute... first time in about two years!
Congratulations! So glad it was an enjoyable commute. The sunrise photo is beautiful. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: What do Rivendell Riders use for head coverings for riding in the sun?
Cycling cap under helmet and sunscreen on my fave and neck. Jim, sorry to hear about your mom's surgeries. I lost my mother to melanoma; hers developed on her scalp. So to all, wear sunscreen and protect your scalp, whether you are balding or not! Skin cancer kills! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Lil' Tour, Sam Style
Edwin, I enjoyed your journal and photographs. Thanks for sharing; your experience has me eager to get in an over night or two this spring. Many thanks. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Stumbled on The Lost City. Rode my first Rivendell
So glad it worked out. Enjoy the experience. It is a a great looking bike and build. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Getting comfortable on the Noodle
Dave, There is much good advice here already. My main bikes are a 58cm LHT with Albatross and a 56 Atlantis with noodles. The Surly set up came first, and I had discovered a sweet spot up in the bends of the Albatross for comfort on longer and faster rides. When I set up the noodles on the Atlantis, I took measurements first of the Surly with Albatross bars (bar height relative to saddle, distance to saddle, etc). I then set up the Atlantis so that the position of my hands on the brake hoods was the same distance to the bends on the Albatross bars. To get the reach right, I used a dirt drop stem with the noodles. All the best, Erl On Thursday, March 12, 2015 at 12:53:52 PM UTC-4, Tim wrote: If the hoods feel like a reach, maybe you need a shorter stem. I usually can tell right away if a bar setup will work for me. I ride noodles on my 63 Hilsen, with a 10cm Technomic, a little above seat height, and it's perfect. I've ridden it thousands of miles. I got a 63cm Roadeo, set it up with a 10cm Tallux and Mark's bars and felt like you do, a little over reached for the hoods. I switched to a dirt drop stem which was much better but I had it slammed down so could not lower the bars. Finally found a 6cm Technomic and it is the ticket. The bike fits great now. I would give your current cockpit a couple more rides then maybe consider a stem switch. BTW, I prefer the Noodles to the Mark's Bar. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Way OT: Is there an Eye Doctor in the House?
Patrick, That is wonderful news. And, I couldn't agree more about the nature of folks in this group! On Thursday, March 12, 2015 at 9:00:22 PM UTC-4, Deacon Patrick wrote: Sorry for the update on an off topic post, but wanted to easily update all the wonderful, thoughtful folks who wrote me off group (and thank you!). I saw a behavioral optometrist. The prescribed regular and reading glasses using new lenses by Hoya and the difference is stunning. I picked up my new two pair of glasses today. It is pretty bloody weird being able to see, track things with my eyes rather than just my head, and not have my head hurt. So far I am stunned by how well this is going. I've already adjusted to them and see far better with more comfort and less strain than ever since 2002 and my 8th concussion. Thank you all for you help getting here! Have I mentioned lately I love this group?! With abandon, Patrick -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] FS: Gourmet´s Heron Touring.
That is a gorgeous bike! Fortunately for my bank account it is too large for me! I enjoyed reading about the history of the model. Thank you and best wishes. -Erl -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Grant sets them straight with letter to editor
From the current issue of the *New Yorker:* On Wednesday, March 11, 2015 at 9:11:23 AM UTC-4, Matthew J wrote: Not to beat a dead horse or anything, but this picture posted yesterday on a Crazyguyonabike journal I've been following is so typical of the way European (and many Asian) cycle tourists dress just had to link. The two in the picture are currently in Thailand have ridden overland from France. Despite their loose and decidedly non-road attire they say they've been averaging 20 km per hour! Europe obviously has a very strong road cycling culture with people who dress the part. Nonetheless, commuters and most tourists dress very Grantesque despite probably never having even heard of RBW. http://www.crazyguyonabike.com/doc/page/pic/?o=Shpic_id=2211711size=large -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Alternative Frame Pump Mounting.
I had no idea there was a Facebook page! Whoa! What else have I missed? No, better not tell me. Ignorance at times is bliss. Sorry to get off topic. Erl, feeling a little out of it in Kensington, Houston -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
Re: [RBW] Spring Break Microtour
Eric, thanks. One day I hope to undertake a longer tour with my family. In the meantime, like Patrick wisely stated, I will take it a day at a time and hope that small tours build an appreciation for cycling and a desire for a longer tour. In the end, I know we are making great memories together and am grateful. Patrick, thanks for your words; I am inspired by your frequent outings. Howard, I should have photographed you and your blue Ram. I liked your orange helmet, too. I may have to get something similar as I discovered mine has developed a cracked. Steve, as the weather warms let me know if you want to ride one weekend day; nothing fast, just a leisurely ramble. I enjoyed meeting you last week and seeing your lovely Bleriot; the first I had seen in person. All the best, Erl -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
Re: [RBW] The aftermath of my recent car vs. bike hit and run.
Oh David, so sorry to learn of your accident. Best wishes for a speedy recovery! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Clem PreSale.
Five!? Outstanding! Is that a bushel or a peck? (Cheeky grin) -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: OT:Is your bippy frozen?
In Maryland, rain has changed to snow. We are expecting 5 to 8 inches by tonight, and Friday's high forecasted to be a balmy 29! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Grant sets them straight with letter to editor
The letter Grant responds to was published in the February 2015 issue on page 9 in response to an October/November 2014 article about Grant. I can't get my iPad to copy and paste the letter. Hopefully someone else will. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Bikes make it possible...
My bikes make possible: A healthier and more enjoyable commute Healthy and fun family outings and multi day tours with my children Restorative solo rides Friends who enjoy cycling ( including many through this group) Satisfaction from building and maintaining my bikes and my family's bikes Feeling like a kid as I fly down a hill on my bike. Experiencing and appreciating the topography and the climate wherever I ride. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Spring Break Microtour
Hugh, thanks. And, I would love to tour in your part of the country. Anne, you summed it up well, Chris, thanks and enjoy your S24O. I will be looking for the usually array of excellent photos. Edwin, we found that adding the kids friends make the trips more enjoyable for them and reduces some sibling friction as well. The bandannas were to cut the wind on their face and transitioned to gangster/bandit fun. It certainly added to their enjoyment. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
Re: [RBW] Re: Tips for Quick beam for long, mountain rides
Deacon Patrick, Impressive to me is 70 miles! You created some amazing photographs too. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Introduction - Newbie QB owner
Welcome. That is a beautiful bike! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Spring Break Microtour
During the cold and snowy days of January, my wife and I thought a multi-day bike tour with our middle school aged sons would be a fun way to spend spring vacation. Unfortunately weather during the last full week of March in the Washington, DC area can be quite unpredictable. A cold and damp forecast nixed the idea of spending a few days riding at the Delaware and Maryland seashore. Since we live in the midst of a wonderful network of trails, we settled on a micro tour (a s36o - credit card style to a motel- if you will). The only questions were: How far could we and the boys ride after a winter of little riding? Would the weather give us a 48 hour window of reasonably dry and not too cold temperatures? (Other commitments crept in and limited us to two days of adventure.) We departed Tuesday morning around 11am after waiting for the temperature to rise into the mid 30s. We recruited a third teenager, a family friend who had ridden the GAP trail with us last summer. Our first stop was Bethesda, MD. Despite only having biked 6 miles from our house and temperatures in the upper 30s, the boys wanted ice cream. I opted for a hot cup of coffee. Departing Bethesda we rode 8 miles on the Capital Crescent Trail which gradually descends into Washington, DC; we found a good pizza place on the waterfront in Georgetown. Despite temperatures still only in the upper 30s, the boys enjoyed a second ice cream before we crossed the Key Bridge into Virginia. I always experience a bit of awe crossing the Key Bridge. From its span you can take in the beauty of Georgetown, the Potomac River, the Kennedy Center and the Washington Monument. I knew we had a climb, but I was not prepared for the steepness and length of the first climb on the Custis Trail (http://bikewashington.org/trails/wad/custis.htm) as it passes the Key Bridge Marriott. After four hilly miles the Custis trail connects to the WOD Trail (http://bikewashington.org/trails/wad/wad.htm) The boys experienced several drivetrain mishaps on this stretch. My adolescent sons do not shift with much finese or forethought. So I tended to several dropped chains and one chain wedged between the smallest cassette cog and the frame (not sure how that happened as I could not make it happen again after freeing the chain). I wasn't complaining as these stops provided me with needed rests from the hills. Once on the WOD we had a lovely ride through the Virginia suburbs. Without leaves on the trees, the view into the neighborhoods is expansive and interesting. After Vienna, VA the trail takes on a slightly rural feel as it heads toward Reston. Between Vienna and Reston, an approaching cyclist called out my name. I enjoyed catching up briefly with Howard who was commuting home on his gorgeous Rambouilliet. The goal had been to ride to Leesburg, but the late start, dropped chains, ice cream eating and leisurely pace left us running out of daylight. After 37 total miles of riding we found a motel in Herndon, VA and ate a fine meal at an Outback Steakhouse next door. Wednesday morning was damp and cold; we delayed our departure until 10am. Just a few sprinkles remained, and we enjoyed a brisk ride back to Vienna for breakfast. The weather warmed slowly, and we had a great time retracing yesterday's route home. The Custis trail was much easier coming the other direction, toward the Key Bridge, and we had no drivetrain problems. Over the final miles, my wife and I agreed that we were glad we went ahead with the trip. The colder temperatures had given us doubts. Most importantly the boys had a great time! I so enjoy enjoy seeing my sons cycling ahead of me as we pedal along. One of the boys rode my 1977 Motobecane Super Mirage on which I installed Soma Sparrow bars. I was unnecessarily concerned about the original 27 inch wheelset surviving a teenage boy. The only casualty was the Motobecane's front derailleur; it was bent and twisted after eating a pant leg. Fortunately I quickly converted the bike to a 1x5. Pictures from the trip are here: https://flic.kr/s/aHsk9xLRaW -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Kids' Riv-esque Bike
Leah, I did what Patrick is recommending. In my case I had the old mountain and hybrid bikes, I replaced the handlebars with Albatross and bar-end shifters. My sons liked be able to give input on bar tape color. I'd be happy to answer any questions. All the best, Erl -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Kids' Riv-esque Bike
Patrick, http://flic.kr/p/o2ah6o On my younger son's bike (soma swept back bars that don't fit bar end shifters) I forgot that I had installed an old indexed thumb shifter for the rear and a friction sunrace shifter that Riv sells for the front. My older son has the bar end shifters on his albatross bars and loves them! All the best, Erl -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Bethany Beach, DE - Ocean to Bay Tour
The banana bikes were cool; made in the Netherlands if I remember correctly. They were fast, but they spent much time at the rest stops answering questions about the bikes so they passed us several times. The riders were having a blast. The bikes made me smile every time they went by. One year we should try to gather a Riv group for this ride. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Bethany Beach, DE - Ocean to Bay Tour
Tony, thanks. My Surly LHT was ticking for a while. Following advice dispensed in a recent thread here, I removed and regressed my pedals and cranks. The ticking went away. So that will be my first remedy to try on the Atlantis. Good luck with the XO project. -Erl -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] An even fatter (F)atlantis!
That is a fabulous looking Atlantis. Thanks for sharing the detailed photos, too. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: New to Me Rivendell Road (Standard)
While the winter project stretched a bit into spring, the Riv Road 650b conversion and new build is finally, almost complete. Pictures here: https://flickr.com/photos/86975051@N08/sets/72157646658697853 Component specs: Tektro R559 brakes TRP brake levers Kmc chain Altus rear derailleur 11-32 shimano cassette Shimano CSX-70 front derailleur Shimano 8sp shift levers Bb-un55 107mm Crankset sugino wide low double Nitto noodle 46cm Nitto Technomic 280mm with 70mm reach Wheelset: 650B, 130mm rear, 100mm front, polished Placenti PL 23 double walled rims, 36 DT-12.0 OSL SS silver eyeleted spokes, silver Shimano FH-2200 silver hubs Pananracer col de la vie 650b tires VO grand cru seat post Brooks b17 saddle blue Sks fenders Bar wrap Cinelli cork-blue A big thank you to Tom Allingham on a great transaction that brought me the saddle, bars and pedals. I also owe gratitude to Tony for the loan of the tires. Tony I think I am going to try the Hutchinson tires at Compass (http://www.compasscycle.com/tires_hutch_650_32.html), so hopefully I will return the panaracers in June. The bike rides and handles so nicely. It has become the bike I want to ride before others, when I am not commuting. Thanks to all who shared photos and information earlier in this thread (last year). I would not have undertaken this if not for the wealth of information so freely shared here. Many thanks, Erl On Sunday, October 26, 2014 at 9:02:28 PM UTC-4, WETH wrote: The FedEx driver delivered my new-to-me Rivendell Road frame and fork on Saturday. There is nothing quite like the anticipation of a new bike. I had wanted something a bit different from my Atlantis and Surly LHT and decided this was it. This will be my winter project, and I hope to have it on the road come spring. Photos here: https://www.flickr.com/photos/86975051@N08/sets/72157646658697853/ So I have a question for the collective wisdom of this group. I have read Cyclofiend's page on the Rivendell Road Standard. How do I tell whether mine is a Road, Road Standard, or some other custom? I am at least the third owner. If I understand Waterford serial numbers, mine the 42nd frame made in July of 1996 (G96042). It doesn't matter to my riding enjoyment what model it is, but I am curious and take pride, like all of you, in my Rivendells. So, how to learn more about the frame? Also, does anyone have photos of their Rivendell Road (Standard) bike to share? Looking for ideas and inspiration. Thanks, Erl -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: New to Me Rivendell Road (Standard)
Patrick, I like my bars high. It helps me enjoy the ride. The stem is at the maximum but still allowable height. If your interested: http://americancyclery.com/products/nitto-technomics-280mm-1-quill-stem-26-0-clamp Eric, had I not found the stem linked to above, it was the method in the photo you linked to or a dirt drop. Steve, thanks and when you are recovered, I look forward to some riding. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Saluki
Kelly, that is a beautiful bike. Good call on the red bar tape! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Saluki
Kellie not Kelly.sorry and curses on autocorrect! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Bethany Beach, DE - Ocean to Bay Tour
I left Friday after work around 6:30p and drove the three hours to Bethany Beach. Traffic crossing the Bay Bridge was light, a rare occurrence and good omen of a great day on Saturday. Heavy rain fell overnight from about 1-2am, an event not well forecasted or I wouldn't have left the Atlantis locked to the car rack uncovered overnight. In hindsight, a foolish decision. Saturday morning broke cool and foggy; a perfect morning at the beach. We rode the half mile from my friend's house to the start of the ride and were on our way at 7:30am biking north on Route 1. The fog limited visibility to a tenth to quarter mile. I was glad for the wide shoulder on that section of road. As we approached the turn off from Route 1 to go under the Indian River Inlet Bridge, a beautiful cable stayed span, we could not see the bridge for the fog. However, It majestically appeared from the fog as we cycled under it, turned back on to Route 1 and cycled south. By 8:00am the fog was lifting as we headed inland. The sky turned blue, the temperature rose slowly to the mid 70s, and the humidity stayed away. It was in short the perfect cycling day for me. The first rest stop was at Holt's Landing State Park at mile 18. After leaving there we were on to Selbyville, DE. The crowds thinned and riders spread out. We kept up a great pace and marveled at our almost effortless speed. After leaving leaving the rest stop in Selbyville, we cycled into Maryland and a head wind. We discovered that our previously mentioned speed had been aided by an undetected tail wind. Over the next 30 plus miles we alternated a tail and head wind; we enjoyed and lamented each in turn. We completed the 62 mile ride in a little under 7 hours; we weren't racing, but we weren't rambling either. The weather was perfect! The event was well organized with a well marked route. The scenery was great, and the roads mostly flat! I am ready to ride the route again and hope to be back next year. My Atlantis received countless compliments to the point my riding partner gave me a ribbing about it. I spoke with one other Atlantis rider, who reported seeing a third Atlantis. I spotted no other Rivendells; sorry if we missed each other. Half way through, my bike developed a chronic ticking from the drivetrain; likely a result of the overnight soaking. And my saturated Brooks saddle was broken in anew! The Compass tires road well; I will order another pair when these wear out. Photos prove I road in the fog and sun on Saturday and didn't take many pictures: https://flickr.com/photos/86975051@N08/sets/72157649741097563 Safe cycling, Erl -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Quick Sunday Morning ride and Saluki (re)build plan
Tony, Glad to learn you were riding. I look forward to seeing the finished Saluki! All the best, Erl -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: FS: Rivendell Road Standard, whole bike or f/f - Near-New
Dave, That is a beautiful bike to my eyes, too, with thoughtfully selected parts. I enjoyed viewing the photos. Best wishes in your effort to find it a new home. Erl On Tuesday, April 28, 2015 at 8:20:45 AM UTC-4, Dave Hallerman wrote: Hi, I'm the original owner of this 56.5cm (c-c) Rivendell Road Standard. My problem here, so to speak, is that I tend to baby beautiful objects (please look at the photos). And to my eyes, this is one lovely bicycle -- which is why I've put only 254 miles on it since Joe Bell repainted it a few years ago and I rebuilt it with a selection of my best parts. Pristine condition, better than almost any other used bike you might buy. I prefer to sell the whole bicycle, but would consider selling just the frame and fork. There are several pros and cons of my selling -- that is, your buying -- the whole bike vs. just the frame and fork. Here are the key pros/cons: *Pro Whole Bike:* It's a shame to disassemble a well-put together bicycle. I'm an excellent bicycle mechanic, but painstaking, so it takes me quite some time to get it just right. *Con Whole Bike:* At their super-light level of usage, these parts are worth far more than the $1200 difference in price. *Pro Frame Fork:* Much easier to ship, and I get to keep all those great parts (I know their real value). *Con Frame Fork:* I give up things like cold-forged Shimano Deore XT cranks; Shimano XTR 952 rear derailleur, super-excellent; Campy Chorus alloy shifters, rare and lovely; and a logo-free silver Chris King headset, also rare and lovely. *Price, whole bike (no pedals) = $2600*, plus shipping in CONUS and packing costs [will be packed by an excellent bike shop] *Price, frame and fork = $1400*, plus shipping in CONUS Check or postal money order is fine. PayPal is good if you cover the fee. Any questions, please ask. And more photos available, too. Dave, who notes that this idiosyncratic gearing goes from a high of 113 gear inches to a low of 20 gear inches with all the stops in-between which gives a cyclist a very useful range for nearly all uphills and downhills and all the landscape in-between plus these cranks are easily reconfigured as compact doubles since the granny spacers come off +++ Hudson Valley, NY *Below:* * Detailed specifications, frame and parts * Backstory on why I'm selling * Photographs *FRAME SPECS:* Seat tube (c-c) = 56.5cm Seat tube (c-t) = 58.0cm Top tube (c-c) = 57.5cm Head tube angle = 73.5 degrees Seat tube angle = 72.5 degrees Wheelbase = 100.5cm Standover height = 81.2cm Head tube = 15.5cm Chainstay length = 42.5cm Braze-ons = pump peg, chain peg, down tube shifter bosses, rear fender eyelets chainstay bridge boss, fron fender eyelets, rear rack dropout eyelets and seat stay bosses Materials = Reynolds 753 tubing, silver-brazed, Richard Sachs-designed lugs *PARTS SPECS:* Note that almost all these parts are near-new, with only 254 miles, totally dry miles, on them. Wheels = Shimano Ultegra (6600) hubs, Mavic Open Pro rims, Wheelsmith double-butted spokes Tires = Grand Bois Cerf, 700x26 (only 50 miles on tires) Shifters = Campagnolo Chorus Ergo, alloy, 9-speed Cranks = Shimano Deore XT (730), 110/74 BCD, 170mm Chainrings = Race Face 46/34/24 (silver) Rear derailleur = Shimano XTR (952) Front derailleur = Shimano XTR (900), 1-1/8 inch clamp Cassette = Shimano Deore XT (770), 11x32 nine-speed Brakes = Shimano Dura-Ace (7700), w/upgraded Kool-Stop dual-compound pads Headset = Chris King 2-Nut, silver, no logo Stem = Nitto Dynamic, 11cm Handlebar = Ritchey Ergonomic, silver, 42cm Handlebar tape = Brooks leather Seatpost = Suntour Superbe, 27.2 (not as new as other parts) Saddle = Selle Italia X2, black Note #1 = I use the Jtek Engineering ShiftMate to get perfect index shifting with the combination of a Campy shifter and a Shimano drivetrain. This offers several benefits, which I would be glad to discuss separately. Note #2 = pedals NOT included *BACKSTORY:* I bought this Rivendell Road Standard during Riv's first year, 1995, so this frame was manufactured by Waterford, using silver-brazing, Richard Sachs designed lugs, and Reynolds 753 tubing. The two main things different about this frame, compared to others of that era, are semi-vertical dropouts (not horizontal) and a 20mm head tube extension, which makes it easier to get the handlebars where you want them. One thing about this frame that was true of all Riv Road Standards is its lower-than-normal bottom bracket, which contributes to at least two key factors: (1) lower center of gravity, which gives it greater stability; (2) lower standover height than the nomimal frame size would indicate, which is why it fits me super-well, even though my standard size frame is a 56cm square. So, after not riding this Riv Road all that much, only about 1,000 miles over 15 years, I thought I'd get Joe Bell to repaint
[RBW] Re: 2015 JBL Haleiwa Metric Century
Congratulations Bob! I enjoyed your write-up. All-in-all it appears to have been a great day in paradise! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
