Re: [RBW] WTB 68cm Atlantis Frame

2010-11-01 Thread robert zeidler
Wow, you just missed one on ebay last week. On Mon, Nov 1, 2010 at 6:29 AM, Amit asd...@gmail.com wrote: Hello! I'm on the look-out for a 68cm Atlantis, preferably just the frame, but would gladly welcome offers for frames with parts at the right price! The bicycle will be built and used

Re: [RBW] Re: Photos: 64cm Waterford built Hillborne

2010-11-15 Thread robert zeidler
It's mine!!! Can't wait to get out for a spin. My Riv Custom is closer to a 68cm but this should be a good fit! On Sat, Nov 13, 2010 at 9:39 AM, Bryan @ Renaissance Bicycles renaissancebicyc...@gmail.com wrote: @ Andrew, Yes, the is the Sugino Alpina Triple. Looks good and works very

Re: [RBW] NY/PA/NJ Rivendell Rally - Spring 2011

2010-11-16 Thread robert zeidler
+1 Live in NW CT, would love to try to make it. It would be nice to have a meeting of the tribe, and just ride w/o the thing turning into a race. If you want to go fast you can, if not you don't. On Mon, Nov 15, 2010 at 7:46 PM, stanwas...@bellsouth.net wrote: My wife Cindy, a boyhood chum

Re: [RBW] NY/PA/NJ Rivendell Rally - Spring 2011

2010-11-16 Thread robert zeidler
Almost forgot. Please consider the Finger lakes region in NY if it doesn't put things outta reach of most folks. Nice area. On Mon, Nov 15, 2010 at 7:46 PM, stanwas...@bellsouth.net wrote: My wife Cindy, a boyhood chum Jeff and I did the Pine Creek Trail this past summer. I can't imagine

Re: [RBW] Re: Sackville SaddleSack Tips

2010-11-16 Thread robert zeidler
Just ride a 68cm frame![?] On Tue, Nov 16, 2010 at 9:59 AM, Kelly tkslee...@gmail.com wrote: I was looking at a large bag and they had a loop or medal thing that just hooked on the frame. Was rubberized so it wasn't supposed to scratch anything. (sorry left to see something) I found it on

Re: [RBW] Release the Hounds!... Announcing Riv Rally East 2011

2010-11-16 Thread robert zeidler
I took a look at the trail map also. 65 easy miles down to Jersey Shore, PA . Might make for an alt ride too. just sayin' On Tue, Nov 16, 2010 at 9:30 PM, Montclair BobbyB montclairbob...@gmail.com wrote: WELL ALL RIGHT... The date and venue have been set! Riv Rally East will take place

Re: [RBW] Re: Simple One

2010-11-20 Thread robert zeidler
+1 6'6, 230. have the QB set-up as a fixed, fendered, winter bike. It's a tank, dude. It's often stated in these forums where folks are worried about a steel bike somehow, just sort-of breaking. Won'y happen. I have old bikes w/ SL tubing, and while they are a bit whippy at times, they won't

Re: [RBW] Simple One

2010-11-20 Thread robert zeidler
Just as an added thought He is going too far in the stout direction. These things are way overbuilt and as a result, too heavy, or at least heaveir than they ought to be. I know they don't care about that, but at the end of a long day, that is when you start to notice the weight. I used

Re: [RBW] Re: Grip King Ulti-mod!

2010-11-20 Thread robert zeidler
Nice work, Sir! On Fri, Nov 19, 2010 at 5:10 PM, William tapebu...@gmail.com wrote: Brief Riding update. They work like I expected: They feel just like Grip Kings under my feet, but the width grip I had is now eliminated. $3 worth of Aluminum and an hour or two in the garage. Not bad!

Re: [RBW] Re: Simple One

2010-11-20 Thread robert zeidler
. Perhaps fewer riv models / but like with Selle Anatomica seats - a light version and a heavy version. Makes sense, in the way skis are also rated by weight; you can get the same shape ski, but with different camber? dependent upon your weight. On Nov 20, 8:49 am, robert zeidler zeidler.rob

Re: [RBW] Re: Simple One

2010-11-20 Thread robert zeidler
I've tried that-using the same wheelset for different bikes-same result. i was mostly trying to poo-poo Jan's high-school-science-class real world tests, but that's what I found. Normally what I find is-and this is true for several bikes now-that I seem to have a good day on one the

Re: [RBW] Bike Feel (was Simple One)

2010-11-20 Thread robert zeidler
Is this always with the same group of guys? On Sat, Nov 20, 2010 at 8:51 PM, Bruce fullylug...@yahoo.com wrote: Robert: South Montgomery County, central Alabama. Ride report and some pics are here: www.fullylugged.blogspot.com Bruce --- On *Sat, 11/20/10, robert zeidler zeidler.rob

Re: [RBW] Was: Re: Simple One; Now: Stout bike tubing, threat or menace?

2010-11-21 Thread robert zeidler
. On Nov 20, 1:46 pm, CycloFiend cyclofi...@earthlink.net wrote: on 11/20/10 5:49 AM, robert zeidler at zeidler.rob...@gmail.com wrote: Just as an added thought He is going too far in the stout direction. These things are way overbuilt and as a result, too heavy, or at least heaveir

Re: [RBW] Re: Simple One

2010-11-21 Thread robert zeidler
Well said my friend and this is what I failed to say earlier. Unless you're racing for the rent money, it is completely and totally about how you feel. If you are 1/2 slower on a metric century, but had a great time, that's what counts. Speaking of Jan, whom I really respect, but nonetheless,

Re: [RBW] Re: Was: Re: Simple One; Now: Stout bike tubing, threat or menace?

2010-11-21 Thread robert zeidler
21, 6:58 am, robert zeidler zeidler.rob...@gmail.com wrote: ...and that any ride you come back from alive is a good ride! On Sat, Nov 20, 2010 at 11:51 PM, cyclotourist cyclotour...@gmail.com wrote: I did a quite scientific study of this earlier this summer. The results: Not much

Re: [RBW] Ride Report - Early thoughts on AAH

2010-11-22 Thread robert zeidler
Well put. It did kind of go off course and I think I did some of the steering. My point was you do notice the weight difference. And you notice the comfort too. Good position is worth it. It's why so many people come and go in our sport. They realize that, gasp, no, they aren't going to be

Re: [RBW] Re: Simple One

2010-11-22 Thread robert zeidler
, but they are certainly no Rivendells. Thanks Grant! Sorry to ramble on, Clyde (1/2 century old bicycler who lives among non bicyclers,who wanted to share his experiences with other bicyclers) Canter n Sun, Nov 21, 2010 at 3:17 PM, robert zeidler zeidler.rob...@gmail.comwrote: Well said my

Re: [RBW] Hunqapillar builds

2010-11-24 Thread robert zeidler
Just sent an order for a 62cm Hunqa built up the same way as shown in the video. Been wanting a bike like that for some time. Maybe the reality will differ from the dream but we'll see, I guess. Should have it in mid-January. Coming w/ a color-matched 150mm stem. Not sure if it will all be the

Re: [RBW] FS: 64cm Atlantis, Complete Bike

2010-11-24 Thread robert zeidler
May I ask, too big, how? On Tue, Nov 23, 2010 at 4:49 PM, mkrbec mkr...@gmail.com wrote: For sale is my 64cm Rivendell Atlantis I built this up as my fully-loaded touring dream bike, but sadly I am just too big for it really need something a bit stouter (something more like a Bombadil, or

[RBW] Fwd: Blog

2010-11-24 Thread robert zeidler
-- Forwarded message -- From: robert zeidler zeidler.rob...@gmail.com Date: Wed, Nov 24, 2010 at 2:45 PM Subject: Blog To: rbw-owners-bu...@google-groups.com Hello to all!! I've started posting a blog I hope people will find interesting, Going Both Ways-On Two Wheels. The title

[RBW] NW CT

2010-11-24 Thread robert zeidler
Any riders from this group living in NW CT, or Western MA? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to

Re: [RBW] Fwd: Blog

2010-11-24 Thread robert zeidler
Sorry! http://rgzeidler.blogspot.com/ RGZ On Wed, Nov 24, 2010 at 8:59 PM, PATRICK MOORE bertin...@gmail.com wrote: Where is the link? On Wed, Nov 24, 2010 at 3:53 PM, robert zeidler zeidler.rob...@gmail.com wrote: -- Forwarded message -- From: robert zeidler

Re: [RBW] Fwd: Blog

2010-11-24 Thread robert zeidler
I'm just sorting out the details so hopefully it can be a bit more polished and such. On Wed, Nov 24, 2010 at 8:59 PM, PATRICK MOORE bertin...@gmail.com wrote: Where is the link? On Wed, Nov 24, 2010 at 3:53 PM, robert zeidler zeidler.rob...@gmail.com wrote: -- Forwarded

Re: [RBW] Re: NW CT

2010-11-25 Thread robert zeidler
, Peter Pesce petepe...@gmail.com wrote: Almost. I'm in SW CT, Norwalk to be precise. -Pete On Nov 24, 5:54 pm, robert zeidler zeidler.rob...@gmail.com wrote: Any riders from this group living in NW CT, or Western MA? -- You received this message because you are subscribed

Re: [RBW] Re: NW CT

2010-11-25 Thread robert zeidler
I'm in Litchfield but my office is in Wallingford. Where are you doing your riding? On Thu, Nov 25, 2010 at 8:44 AM, David Klatte flopmeis...@gmail.com wrote: Does the middle of CT count? (Cheshire) David On Nov 24, 5:54 pm, robert zeidler zeidler.rob...@gmail.com wrote: Any riders from

[RBW] WTB-67cm Redwood

2010-11-25 Thread robert zeidler
Had one of these and sold about 3 years ago, regretting ever since. If there's one out there that's not getting the love please let me know? RGZ WTB-67cm Redwood *When* Thu, November 25, 9pm – 10pm GMT-05:00 *Who* • robert zeidler • rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com http://rgzeidler.blogspot.com

Re: [RBW] Re: Riv Rally East 2011

2010-11-26 Thread robert zeidler
What are the Rally dates again? On Fri, Nov 26, 2010 at 6:30 PM, Kelly tkslee...@gmail.com wrote: My wife and I have made reservations at the Sherwood as well. We'll be getting there on 2nd or 3rd depending on how much time we spend in Buffalo. Then spend the that extra time exploring.

Re: [RBW] Post Thanksgiving Ride 2010 - a set on Flickr

2010-11-27 Thread robert zeidler
Really nice!!! On Sat, Nov 27, 2010 at 12:58 PM, Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com wrote: This year's Post Thanksgiving Ride from Davis to SF was a great success. Small group this year (three riders left Davis in temps hovering around 29 degrees), but we made our connection with a tandem in

Re: [RBW] Hunqapillars?

2010-12-04 Thread robert zeidler
I'm expecting mine 3d-4th week in January, or at least that's what they said. The build will be similar to the video, except for a color-matched lugged 150mm stem (their recommendation), and WTB Velociraptors (my choice), oh, and a sprung Brooks. It's a 62cm and I'm hoping for a parallel

Re: [RBW] Hunqapillars?

2010-12-04 Thread robert zeidler
Looks like a jump ball!! On Sat, Dec 4, 2010 at 11:53 AM, cyclotourist cyclotour...@gmail.comwrote: Well isn't this awkward... On Sat, Dec 4, 2010 at 8:38 AM, James Warren jimcwar...@earthlink.netwrote: The fact that it's also my size. :-) On Dec 4, 2010, at 8:32 AM, cyclotourist

Re: [RBW] Re: Which Rivendell bike?

2010-12-08 Thread robert zeidler
Make it easy-just get one of each! On Wed, Dec 8, 2010 at 1:51 PM, Michael DiBenedetto climbthem...@gmail.comwrote: Alan- Great insights- After too much reading, thinking, questing, that is exactly what I did - chose the Hunq as my one all-rounder for comfort AND style - not trying to

Re: [RBW] Brave, Foolish, or maybe necessary?

2010-12-10 Thread robert zeidler
Mike, I have a place in Franklin and am out there under similar circumstances all year round. I find drivers are pretty cool about giving me room. Of course I have to do my part in terms of making my self visible. On Fri, Dec 10, 2010 at 8:00 AM, MichaelH mhech...@gmail.com wrote: I live in

Re: [RBW] Re: Any VO drop bar guinea pigs yet?

2010-12-12 Thread robert zeidler
I haven't yet, but after reading your post, I took a closer look and really like the bend of a couple of them. Flat top, and not to deep a drop. The rhyming starts and I can't stop! Uh, sorry. On Sun, Dec 12, 2010 at 10:07 AM, Travis travisbreitenb...@gmail.comwrote: Nobody? Maybe I'll have

Re: [RBW] Cold Weather Eye Protection

2010-12-12 Thread robert zeidler
For night riding (my .02) you'd be better off with those yellow-ish lenses such as used in fog/low-light conditions, or a variation thereof. On Sun, Dec 12, 2010 at 12:05 AM, Kelly tkslee...@gmail.com wrote: Feet - Check - Wood Socks.. Boots whatever for temp Legs- Check - Wool underwear..

Re: [RBW] Re: Dec. SoCal Rivendell Ride - Dirt Mulholland/Bay Cities Deli

2010-12-12 Thread Robert Zeidler
Short sleeves and leaves on the trees. I'm jealous! Sent from my iPad On Dec 12, 2010, at 2:20 PM, Bruce fullylug...@yahoo.com wrote: Very nice pictures. Looks like a good day for low gear ratios From: rperks perks@gmail.com To: RBW Owners Bunch rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Sent:

Re: [RBW] Re: Shimmy, according to BQ NRC

2010-12-12 Thread Robert Zeidler
I concur with your opinion on the Paramount. I, too, have a few of the 26 bikes, all 531 , and find they are rock steady. Is this a 27 wheel thing maybe? Sent from my iPad On Dec 12, 2010, at 12:43 PM, Jim Cloud cloud...@aol.com wrote: Your experience with a 1972 Paramount is interesting.

Re: [RBW] Re: Spikes

2010-12-12 Thread Robert Zeidler
That's cold Joel ( no pun). Sent from my iPad On Dec 12, 2010, at 4:18 PM, SFF jgre...@earthlink.net wrote: Just got in from changing my first QB rear tire flat - man that was easy! I always hate changing rear flats on geared bikes. I don't have fenders and don't plan on putting them on -

Re: [RBW] Re: sad e-mail from Renaissance

2010-12-15 Thread robert zeidler
I got one of the last ones, a double t-t Sam that is (was?) on the home page. Count my blessings! RGZ On Wed, Dec 15, 2010 at 3:52 PM, Montclair BobbyB montclairbob...@gmail.com wrote: Oh that IS a shame... Bryan creates such beautiful bikes, and I have forever adopted his term

Re: [RBW] Re: sad e-mail from Renaissance

2010-12-17 Thread robert zeidler
Perhaps Cyclofiend could pick up the archive? RGZ On Wed, Dec 15, 2010 at 9:49 PM, Peter Pesce petepe...@gmail.com wrote: Sad to see them go. The photo archive should be preserved for posterity for sure, if Ren is ever not able to keep it up. This also brings up another interesting thing-

Re: [RBW] Homer arrived!

2010-12-17 Thread robert zeidler
Very nice! Now where are the pics?! RGZ On Fri, Dec 17, 2010 at 7:29 AM, David Klatte flopmeis...@gmail.com wrote: Many thanks to everyone on the list who helped me pick out some of the bits. This is the 71cm double top tube A. Homer Hilson for a 6'7 rider (me). It arrived safe and sound

Re: [RBW] Re: Homer arrived!

2010-12-18 Thread robert zeidler
Really nice, but damn that's big. I'm 6'6 and grant put me on a 68. On Sat, Dec 18, 2010 at 12:51 PM, cyclotourist cyclotour...@gmail.comwrote: Love it! Great to see Rivendell sourcing bikes for larger riders. On Sat, Dec 18, 2010 at 7:06 AM, Shaun Meehan meehan.sh...@gmail.comwrote:

Re: [RBW] Frame pump?

2010-12-19 Thread robert zeidler
Depends on the length of the top-tube also. You may need a (tech-term-warning!!!) doo-hickey that comes with the pump, that will attach to the top-tube so the pump compresses in. Sayin'? On Sun, Dec 19, 2010 at 7:25 PM, Steve Palincsar palin...@his.com wrote: On Sun, 2010-12-19 at 15:52

Re: [RBW] Rivendell Vindicated Once Again

2010-12-23 Thread robert zeidler
With no disrespect to anyone, especially during this joyous time, plastic ties on a +/- $4000.00 bike is just atrocious. Learn the use of a few basic tools and use the correct fasteners. For a get-you-home or temp repair, OK, but in the words of my first shop-teacher, it's hack. RGZ On Thu,

Re: [RBW] Rivendell Vindicated Once Again

2010-12-23 Thread robert zeidler
, Dec 23, 2010 at 11:16 AM, robert zeidler zeidler.rob...@gmail.com wrote: With no disrespect to anyone, especially during this joyous time, plastic ties on a +/- $4000.00 bike is just atrocious. Learn the use of a few basic tools and use the correct fasteners. For a get-you-home or temp

Re: [RBW] Re: Rivendell Vindicated Once Again

2010-12-23 Thread robert zeidler
an ingenious solution to many faster/fastening problems. Of course some have made the same claims for duct tape and even bailing wire. -JimD On Dec 23, 2010, at 12:44 PM, Beth H wrote: On Dec 23, 2:16 pm, robert zeidler zeidler.rob...@gmail.com wrote: With no disrespect to anyone

Re: [RBW] Re: Rivendell Vindicated Once Again

2010-12-23 Thread robert zeidler
with defense of the practice. it's not surprising, if a bit boring. erik On Thu, Dec 23, 2010 at 6:25 PM, robert zeidler zeidler.rob...@gmail.comwrote: Well said. Regardless of one's motivation and intentions, these are pricey bikes to get to the final build-up. Not trying to appear as some

Re: [RBW] Re: Rivendell Vindicated Once Again

2010-12-23 Thread robert zeidler
The ones with zip-ties through the bosses. (Just kidding!) On Thu, Dec 23, 2010 at 7:46 PM, Steve Palincsar palin...@his.com wrote: On Thu, 2010-12-23 at 16:31 -0800, Erik C wrote: Well, metal fenders look better, work better and weigh less. Plastic fenders are cheaper and easier to

Re: [RBW] Re: Rivendell Vindicated Once Again

2010-12-23 Thread robert zeidler
...and on that note, Merry Christmas to all, and to all a good night! On Thu, Dec 23, 2010 at 8:02 PM, Mike mjawn...@gmail.com wrote: On Dec 23, 4:18 pm, robert zeidler zeidler.rob...@gmail.com wrote: These bikes may get ridden more (doubtful), but they most certainly will be repaired

Re: [RBW] Re: Rivendell Vindicated Once Again

2010-12-24 Thread Robert Zeidler
I love it! Sent from my iPad On Dec 24, 2010, at 1:50 AM, rob markwardt robmar...@hotmail.com wrote: I always tell my 7th grade students...focus on yourself, not what others are doing. On Dec 23, 10:34 pm, Mike mjawn...@gmail.com wrote: On Dec 23, 9:15 pm, PATRICK MOORE

Re: [RBW] Re: Rivendell Vindicated Once Again

2010-12-24 Thread Robert Zeidler
to insult with defense of the practice. it's not surprising, if a bit boring. erik On Thu, Dec 23, 2010 at 6:25 PM, robert zeidler zeidler.rob...@gmail.com wrote: Well said. Regardless of one's motivation and intentions, these are pricey bikes to get to the final build-up. Not trying

Re: [RBW] Re: Rivendell Vindicated Once Again

2010-12-24 Thread Robert Zeidler
plastic)...I had not thought about this before, but there appears to be a hierarchy in the Zip-tie/Ty-Rap market. No more cheap Zip-ties for me! Angus On Dec 23, 2:44 pm, Beth H periwinkle...@yahoo.com wrote: On Dec 23, 2:16 pm, robert zeidler zeidler.rob...@gmail.com wrote

Re: [RBW] Boxing day ride.

2010-12-26 Thread robert zeidler
Is this around Aurora? On Sun, Dec 26, 2010 at 9:12 PM, Bruce fullylug...@yahoo.com wrote: Bike pictures are not bad in these circles... -- ** Some pictures. All of the bike I'm afraid. http://www.flickr.com/photos/42027...@n00/sets/72157625679753268/ --

Re: [RBW] Re: Diacompe 750s

2010-12-28 Thread Robert Zeidler
Nice work, Sir! Sent from my iPad On Dec 28, 2010, at 6:08 PM, ejg egi...@maine.rr.com wrote: If the bolt is removable it shouldn't be an issue. The bolt is probably a standard size. I just did this with a pair of Paul Racers on my Raleigh Competition. Paul sells a long bolt set. Your brakes

Re: [RBW] AHH Gets A New Old Crank Set, Old Rear Derailleur - Feels Fantastic !

2010-12-31 Thread robert zeidler
Isn't the technical term a shit-eating grin? On Thu, Dec 30, 2010 at 3:33 PM, AmiSingh asd...@gmail.com wrote: My bicycle came alive today, and we were synchronized. It was a great feeling. Euphoria hit and and drivers kept staring. Maybe it's was because of the big fellow in the red

Re: [RBW] Re: Goals for 2011:

2010-12-31 Thread robert zeidler
Even simpler for me: 1. Not get dead. 2. Have fun whenever possible. On Fri, Dec 31, 2010 at 8:31 AM, Mike mjawn...@gmail.com wrote: Angus, that's a pretty good list of goals and accomplished items. For myself, I feel I rode a tad less this year but still had a ton of fun, hit some new roads

Re: [RBW] Re: Last Day of 2010 Ride - a set on Flickr

2011-01-01 Thread robert zeidler
Bob, do you ride the CJBC Farmlands Century? On Sat, Jan 1, 2011 at 4:19 PM, Montclair BobbyB montclairbob...@gmail.comwrote: Eric: Just another reason to live in Northern CA... beautiful roads, beautiful mountains and great coffee... Thanks for sharing the photos... Bobby stuck in Jersey

Re: [RBW] Re: 1/1/11 Ride

2011-01-01 Thread robert zeidler
Sir, You are a man among men. That is f-ing cold. On Sat, Jan 1, 2011 at 4:18 PM, EricP ericpl...@aol.com wrote: Nice bike (and bridges). Wish we had that type of weather around here. Did get out for a ride today. But only a bit over 10 miles. Photos here - http://tinyurl.com/247ker5

Re: [RBW] Re: 1/1/11 Ride

2011-01-01 Thread robert zeidler
Yes inquiring minds want to know. On Sat, Jan 1, 2011 at 5:13 PM, PATRICK MOORE bertin...@gmail.com wrote: On Sat, Jan 1, 2011 at 4:18 PM, EricP ericpl...@aol.com wrote: [snip] Temp was around 10F with a windchill in the mid teens below zero. Four layers made it tolerable. Almost

Re: [RBW] Re: 1/1/11 Ride

2011-01-01 Thread robert zeidler
Details, sir? On Sat, Jan 1, 2011 at 5:27 PM, Mike mjawn...@gmail.com wrote: On Jan 1, 1:21 pm, Marty mgie...@mac.com wrote: On a single speed, in keeping with the one/one theme. I knew there was a reason why I felt compelled to ride the QB rather than the Hilsen this morning. It was

Re: [RBW] Re: Goals for 2011:

2011-01-01 Thread robert zeidler
+1 On Sat, Jan 1, 2011 at 7:41 PM, James Warren jimcwar...@earthlink.netwrote: Bike goal: Not get hit by a car. -Original Message- From: SFF jgre...@earthlink.net Sent: Jan 1, 2011 3:51 PM To: RBW Owners Bunch rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Subject: [RBW] Re: Goals for

Re: [RBW] Re: 1/1/11 Ride

2011-01-01 Thread robert zeidler
when I've thrown in the towel. Eric Platt St. Paul, MN On Jan 1, 5:26 pm, robert zeidler zeidler.rob...@gmail.com wrote: Yes inquiring minds want to know. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send

Re: [RBW] My First Off Road ride on my new Sam Hillborne

2011-01-02 Thread robert zeidler
Where were these taken? Looks New England-y but w/o the snow. On Sat, Jan 1, 2011 at 8:57 PM, JimP thefamil...@gmail.com wrote: Here are pics but they are just backwards! If you start at pic 51 then go to 50, 49, 48... that is the way I road, starting at Cemetery Rd ending at the house then

Re: [RBW] Re: New News Post

2011-01-03 Thread robert zeidler
FWIW and YMMV etc., I have The Paleo Diet for Athletes to be very helpful.  It is, in some ways, the best of both worlds. They explain how you can use gels, drinks, etc., during exercise, while sticking to a low-carb regimen when not exercising. Worth a look. On Sat, Jan 1, 2011 at 7:36 PM,

Re: [RBW] Gray Whale 200K

2011-01-03 Thread robert zeidler
Anne, Congats! and remember, any ride you didn't finish in an ambulance is a good ride! On Sun, Jan 2, 2011 at 11:18 PM, Anne Paulson anne.paul...@gmail.com wrote: As of last night, I'm averaging 200K per day for 2011. Thanks, everyone, for the brevet advice. As promised, here's the report.

Re: [RBW] Re: New News Post

2011-01-05 Thread robert zeidler
Same for me.. I'm 6'6 but after getting married and kids, working all the time, I went up to 260. A lot for my frame, where as 215 was too low. I was at the gym, doing weights, machines, 180 crunches of various types, riding a lot and nothing until I started cutting out a lot of sugar and carbs

Re: [RBW] Re: AHH Gets A New Old Crank Set, Old Rear Derailleur - Feels Fantastic !

2011-01-05 Thread robert zeidler
Maybe we should add a tall-boys sub-list? On Wed, Jan 5, 2011 at 7:28 PM, LouisvillePatrick flightofthebomba...@gmail.com wrote: Hey Mike!  I've always wanted a Hilsen. Always.  Can't wait.  67cm double top tuber. That week riding Seattle to Portland  was the most beautiful and inspiring

Re: [RBW] Re: Tires.... what to buy

2011-01-06 Thread robert zeidler
I've found the riv tires, when new to feel like velcro-don't have a better word for it. I love all of the GB tires. Supple, smooth-rolling. My .02 On Thu, Jan 6, 2011 at 1:34 PM, Jim Thill - Hiawatha Cyclery thill@gmail.com wrote: +1 on Schwalbe Kojak. I have 1500 hard miles on a set of

Re: [RBW] Re: New News Post

2011-01-06 Thread robert zeidler
In the P.D.F.A. book there is a formula, based on the duration of the event, to calculate your approx carb intake. On Thu, Jan 6, 2011 at 2:37 PM, reynoldslugs be...@perrylaw.net wrote: Friends: I have gone back and forth with low carbohydrate diets, and they work ok for me, but for one

Re: [RBW] Touring New Mexico

2011-01-06 Thread robert zeidler
Dead man walking On Thu, Jan 6, 2011 at 4:30 PM, MichaelH mhech...@gmail.com wrote: I just double crossed my wife by backing out of a trip to Barbados. As I was about to order the tickets, I couldn't make my finger go down and hit the button that put $900 for airfare on my CC.  I realized

Re: [RBW] Re: Tires.... what to buy

2011-01-07 Thread robert zeidler
I'm well over 200# but find that the 26mm GB's ride as well as anything else. Inflated to rec max press they work even when hitting the surprise pothole-never a pinch flat. On Thu, Jan 6, 2011 at 7:56 PM, RoadieRyan ryansub...@gmail.com wrote: I can only speak to the Pasela's but I am running

Re: [RBW] Re: Informal Tall Riders Group

2011-01-07 Thread robert zeidler
the Riv-related content? DC (6'2;37-inch PBH;ape arms;size 14 feet; 65cm Hilsen;60cm Bombadil; 64cm Quickbeam) On Jan 7, 6:24 am, robert zeidler zeidler.rob...@gmail.com wrote: OK, Have at it!!!  Who's first? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW

Re: [RBW] Re: Informal Tall Riders Group

2011-01-07 Thread robert zeidler
PBH is 94 so I've got a 66cm Quickbeam which fits perfectly. I also look less like a bean-pole than the base of a baobab tree. :-) Aloha! On Fri, Jan 7, 2011 at 12:38 PM, robert zeidler zeidler.rob...@gmail.com wrote: Come on!! Where are all my fellow bean-poles? On Fri, Jan 7, 2011 at 11

Re: [RBW] Re: Informal Tall Riders Group

2011-01-07 Thread robert zeidler
-related content? DC (6'2;37-inch PBH;ape arms;size 14 feet; 65cm Hilsen;60cm Bombadil; 64cm Quickbeam) On Jan 7, 6:24 am, robert zeidler zeidler.rob...@gmail.com wrote: OK, Have at it!!!  Who's first? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch

Re: [RBW] Re: Informal Tall Riders Group

2011-01-07 Thread robert zeidler
: Perhaps you could be more specific. Do you have questions or observations? What are you hoping that us longshanks will share? What's the Riv-related content? DC (6'2;37-inch PBH;ape arms;size 14 feet; 65cm Hilsen;60cm Bombadil; 64cm Quickbeam) On Jan 7, 6:24 am, robert zeidler

Re: [RBW] Re: New News Post

2011-01-08 Thread robert zeidler
Double that AMEN! You were brought up right. I can't get away with that on a long ride-I'll just end up seeing the food again later. On Fri, Jan 7, 2011 at 7:24 PM, Montclair BobbyB montclairbob...@gmail.com wrote: AMEN, BROTHER, I'm with you... Because life is too short to not enjoy food!!!  

Re: [RBW] Re: New News Post

2011-01-08 Thread robert zeidler
Whereabouts in VT? On Sat, Jan 8, 2011 at 10:16 AM, Patrick in VT swing4...@gmail.com wrote: On Jan 7, 9:04 pm, PATRICK MOORE bertin...@gmail.com wrote: I know this topic is grossly OT, but the idea that carbs, even refined carbs, are somehow bad for you is just egregiously absurd: tell it to

Re: [RBW] Re: Informal Tall Riders Group

2011-01-08 Thread robert zeidler
arms;size 14 feet; 65cm Hilsen;60cm Bombadil; 64cm Quickbeam) On Jan 7, 6:24 am, robert zeidler zeidler.rob...@gmail.com wrote: OK, Have at it!!!  Who's first? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send

Re: [RBW] What Makes the Rivendell

2011-01-08 Thread robert zeidler
I agree with it all, what a great bike to make into what you want. The one thing I find quite amazing-this is an observation, not a critique-is, especially on Cyclofiend, the amazing amounts of stuff that people hang on their bikes. It's like farkle city! On Sat, Jan 8, 2011 at 3:54 PM, JimD

Re: [RBW] Re: New News Post

2011-01-09 Thread robert zeidler
I agree and if just one person on this RBW thread has a success story to tell because of it, we all have cause to celebrate. On Sat, Jan 8, 2011 at 4:13 PM, Bill Gibson bill.bgib...@gmail.com wrote: I think the version of low-carb diet that is Paleo is Rivendell related during this season when

Re: [RBW] Today's Video

2011-01-09 Thread robert zeidler
If this has been asked before, a million apologies, but, what are you shooting with, mounts, etc. RGZ On Sat, Jan 8, 2011 at 5:57 PM, Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com wrote: Still playing around with iMovie and my new camera ... http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F6-MIPBosEg Ride was

Re: [RBW] Riding around the City

2011-01-09 Thread Robert Zeidler
Looks warm(er). Where is this? Sent from my iPad On Jan 9, 2011, at 10:50 AM, JimP thefamil...@gmail.com wrote: Once again I posted my images backwards. If you go in 13 pics to the first one of the city jail and then click on 12, 11, 10... that is the way I traveled. The old city jail,

Re: [RBW] What Makes the Rivendell

2011-01-10 Thread robert zeidler
+1 On Sun, Jan 9, 2011 at 11:39 PM, Kelly Sleeper tkslee...@gmail.com wrote: Well this is the Riv Owners Group what better place to be snarky? I say Snark on.. we aren't that thin skinned. Kelly Fai Mao wrote: I struggled to post on this thread. But I can't say what I want to say without

Re: [RBW] Re: What Makes the Rivendell

2011-01-10 Thread robert zeidler
Rivendell is the most limited (and limiting) bike.  Maybe it's time to move on. Somebody is probably going to get a good deal on a built up Sam Hillborne soon. Eric Platt St. Paul, MN On Jan 10, 6:45 am, robert zeidler zeidler.rob...@gmail.com wrote: +1 On Sun, Jan 9, 2011 at 11:39 PM

Re: [RBW] Re: State of the List Report - January 2011

2011-01-11 Thread robert zeidler
Well, it seems that we vertically endowed folks have the blessing of the gatekeeper to keep our sub-group going, and for that I, for one, am grateful. I'd suggest we accept his suggestion and start each post off with the following: TALL RIDERS SUBGROUP: etc, etc. All those in favor perform a

Re: [RBW] Re: Informal Tall Riders Group

2011-01-11 Thread robert zeidler
I think we said if you're riding 64cm and up? Basically where most mfg's ranges stop production. I think our stated goal was to roam the earth on 64-68cm Roadeo's spreading havoc and mayhem wherever possible. I'm sure in no time we'll come up with a wool jersey resembling Hell's Angels colors.

Re: [RBW] Yesterday's Ride to the Dam

2011-01-11 Thread robert zeidler
What I'm digging is the soundtrack which most folks would think is music but we here know that you were monitoring all of the sounds your internal organs were making. I really like the editing. I have a Hero GoPro but have fooled around with it sparingly, but you have inspired further efforts,

[RBW] Flickr link

2011-01-12 Thread robert zeidler
I've somehow, cleverly managed to delete this link, could somebody hook a brother up? RGZ -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group,

Re: [RBW] Re: Tom Ritchey, in His Own Words

2011-01-12 Thread robert zeidler
As Grant and I are approx the same age (29) it's nice to know he has an interest in the old stuff as well. On Wed, Jan 12, 2011 at 12:48 AM, grant grant...@gmail.com wrote: This is rather long, sorry. I've owned a buncha Ritcheys. • lugged road frame from '76 • custom fillet frame from '81

Re: [RBW] Re: Flickr link

2011-01-12 Thread robert zeidler
Sorry, the tall riders group. On Wed, Jan 12, 2011 at 3:17 PM, cyclotour...@gmail.com cyclotour...@gmail.com wrote: To what on flickr? On Jan 12, 11:50 am, robert zeidler zeidler.rob...@gmail.com wrote: I've somehow, cleverly managed to delete this link, could somebody hook a brother up

Re: [RBW] Re: Tom Ritchey, in His Own Words

2011-01-13 Thread robert zeidler
For the sake of conversation, what would be the detail differences between this and, say, a Roadeo? Just axin', you know? RGZ On Thu, Jan 13, 2011 at 9:09 AM, eddie...@gmail.com eddie...@gmail.com wrote: Chris, my Ritchey can be seen here:

[RBW] Informal Tall Riders Group: What is the best vehicle for hauling your bike?

2011-01-13 Thread robert zeidler
Here's why I ask? I'm thinking about some new (4) wheels, and would like to be able to keep the bike inside at times in the event of rain, theft-prevention etc. Thinking of maybe outfitting a Jeep Wrangler w/ a floor-mounted fork mount-just back the bike in, tighten the QR, slide the wheel in

Re: [RBW] Re: Informal Tall Riders Group: What is the best vehicle forhauling your bike?

2011-01-14 Thread robert zeidler
that locking the bikes to the roof has worked well ...though I hate the bugs and such.. the bra's just add wind resistance and kill gas milage dramatically. Kelly Good luck with that. robert zeidler wrote: Here's why I ask?  I'm thinking about some new (4) wheels, and would like to be able

Re: [RBW] Informal Tall Riders Group: What is the best vehicle for hauling your bike?

2011-01-14 Thread robert zeidler
in the bike. I have a glider board on the back seat with fork mounts and it works real good. Big bikes will fit into the back of a Honda Element with both wheels on. Larry On Thu, Jan 13, 2011 at 3:02 PM, robert zeidler zeidler.rob...@gmail.com wrote: Here's why I ask?  I'm thinking about

Re: [RBW] Re: Informal Tall Riders Group: What is the best vehicleforhauling your bike?

2011-01-14 Thread robert zeidler
applications, are overkill for people who occasionally carry large items. michael, westford, vt. On Jan 13, 6:02 pm, robert zeidler zeidler.rob...@gmail.com wrote: Here's why I ask?  I'm thinking about some new (4) wheels, and would like to be able to keep the bike inside at times

Re: [RBW] Re: Informal Tall Riders Group: What is the best vehicleforhauling your bike?

2011-01-14 Thread robert zeidler
more gas, which cost as much as shipping the bike back and forth.  On other long trips, with two bikes outside the car, I have covered the seats and removed the chains.  The rest is a wash. As for sexy... you can buy sex, but you can't buy love. michael On Jan 14, 7:55 am, robert zeidler

Re: [RBW] Re: Informal Tall Riders Group: What is the best vehicleforhauling your bike?

2011-01-14 Thread robert zeidler
A Mazda 5 is a brilliant suggestion, and soon the Ford version, the C-Max will be here. On Fri, Jan 14, 2011 at 10:22 AM, Scott G. sco...@primax.com wrote: You need a Honda Tardis aka Fit. A Honda Element or a Mazda 5 also work well. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to

Re: [RBW] Re: Flickr link

2011-01-14 Thread robert zeidler
Jim, Well done, Sir! That is really cool. RGZ On Fri, Jan 14, 2011 at 10:18 AM, cyclofiend cyclofi...@earthlink.net wrote: Wow! Thanks Marty! In order to give my my Splats video a spot, there's now Riv Vids - a group for videos involving products of Rivendell Bicycle Works.'

Re: [RBW] Cog progression on Riv-sold 12-36 9-sp?

2011-01-15 Thread Robert Zeidler
I've had a pretty good experience w/ the custom 9-sp cassette by Harris also. Sent from my iPad On Jan 15, 2011, at 2:02 AM, James Warren jimcwar...@earthlink.net wrote: I just started using this cassette with a Sugino 24-36-46 crank. It's heavenly. Having a 32 as the second easiest

Re: [RBW] Re: Tires.... what to buy

2011-01-15 Thread Robert Zeidler
+1 on the GB's. Sent from my iPad On Jan 15, 2011, at 3:15 AM, rw1911 rw1...@gmail.com wrote: I like the Paselas. 6'2, 225 on 700x35 Kevlar TG. Nashbar has them on sale from time to time. On Jan 6, 10:40 am, bicitourist ejro...@gmail.com wrote: Hi everyone, The time has come to get some

Re: [RBW] Re: Tires.... what to buy

2011-01-15 Thread Robert Zeidler
Yeah same here w/ the weather, by 8p last night it was around 3 deg (F) here. Looks like yet another trainer session.. I think you'll really end up liking the GB's. I have 30's on several bikes and they are great! RGZ Sent from my iPad On Jan 15, 2011, at 12:17 AM, AmiSingh asd...@gmail.com

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