This high desert rider will be visiting Whidbey Island in Washington next
month and would like some ride recommendations. We will be staying near
Coupeville. Looking for medium length rides--30-50 miles with interesting
views, quite roads and perhaps an interesting place to stop and refuel.
My research on this topic suggests the Boulder really shines with the skinny
lightweight tubing. Are the Boulder owners here riding the skinny bikes or the
regular tubing? Does the praise for the Boulder's ride apply regardless of the
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I've managed to notch the Shimano 105 headset on my Rom. My shop says
he can't find the cartridge bearings for this headset, so we switched the
bottom cartridge to the top for now, but I'm researching a new one. This
is the second headset
I've managed to notch the Shimano 105 headset on my Rom. My shop says he
can't find the cartridge bearings for this headset, so we switched the
bottom cartridge to the top for now, but I'm researching a new one. This
is the second headset I've had that was worn out by the 3500 mile mark, the
I have a buddy who is a solid triathlete while simultaneously loving lugged
steel and rides a very pretty all campy Tommasini. We were brewing beer
in my garage last month and he tested my wife's LHT, my Romulus, and then
my Atlantis. When he came back from his circumnavigation of the cul de
I've considered the A. Homer Hilsen as a replacement for my Rom. I hear
some people saying they are very similar and others saying the Homer is a
more robust frame. Will be interested in seeing responses to this post.
Outside of Riv-land I've read positive reviews of the SOMA ES.
I've been using an aeropress for almost two years and until this moment I
couldn't figure out how to use the funnel.
On Monday, May 4, 2015 at 1:55:52 PM UTC-6, Jeff wrote:
On Mon, May 4, 2015 at 1:38 PM, Deacon Patrick lamon...@mac.com
javascript: wrote:
Thank you for the rapid
Yeah, I was mostly hoping to speed up the Atlantis a little, but it just
didn't happen. Its already very comfortable with the big Supremes, but my
time over the route was the same with both tires. Maybe on a lighter wheel
the difference would be more pronounced.
On Wednesday, April 29,
I ran both the BP and MS at 60 rear, 50 front. On my test ride the other
day it was just 210 pounds of me, the bike, racks and an empty rando bag.
On Wednesday, April 29, 2015 at 11:13:21 AM UTC-6, John wrote:
Hi Daren,
What size Marathon Supremes are you riding? And what pressures are
I hope I didn't dissuade someone from trying something new. The reality is
the compass tires were more comfortable than the marathons but didn't
improve the performance enough in my calculus to be worth trading for the
flat-resistance the marathons offer. This is a commuter bike and I don't
I stopped one day to help a couple of guys who were asking for a C02 chuck.
I told them I didn't have a chuck but offered them my frame pump and they
just waved me off, saying they would wait for the rest of their group. I
don't think they knew how to use it.
On Tuesday, April 28, 2015 at
I picked up a pair of Barlow Pass, regular weight tires last weekend and
mounted them on my Atlantis. They are mounted on an 36h XT Mavic A719 rear
and a 36h dyno Velocity Synergy front and gave them a test on a 25 miler
this morning. They definitely feel lively and plush, like walking
the
right tool for the job.
On Friday, March 20, 2015 at 9:32:53 AM UTC-6, Darin G. wrote:
I'm getting ready for a brevet series starting late next month. I'd been
planning on riding my Romulus which is set up with the original factory
wheels and the extraordinary Compass Stampede Pass tires
I'm getting ready for a brevet series starting late next month. I'd been
planning on riding my Romulus which is set up with the original factory
wheels and the extraordinary Compass Stampede Pass tires and fenders. My
thoght was to add the Mark's rack to the Romulus and be ready to go with
different? What bars? Either
should be 'comfortable'
On Friday, March 20, 2015 at 11:32:53 AM UTC-4, Darin G. wrote:
I'm getting ready for a brevet series starting late next month. I'd been
planning on riding my Romulus which is set up with the original factory
wheels
I have 38ish Marathon Supremes on my Atlantis for commuting mounted on 36
hole XT/Mavic A719 rims. I've also run JB Blues on there and on my 56
Hillborne on the same rim. There's clearly a comfort difference with the
bigger rubber and they are a little slower to spin up, but it doesn't seem
I'm going to be installing a dynohub and I'm thinking about mounting a
light on the back of my nitro rack. Ideas on how to route the wire from
the hub back to the rack? I hate the idea of lots of electrical tape and
zip ties but I can't think of any great options.
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I just put the Stampede Pass tires on my Romulus, replacing a set of Ruffy
Tuffy's. My expectations were not particularly high but after two rides I am
very impressed. I haven't ridden the Jack Brown blues on my Rom but had them
on my Sam and then my Atlantis. I thought it was a good
Buy the LHT off the peg or build up the frame with as many compatible
components as possible, then swap the components it over to the Atlantis
frame when it comes available. I can't imagine you can't offload the LHT
frame with minimal loss. My wife has an LHT and I have an Atlantis. The
LHT
Mine is sold.
On Monday, July 9, 2012 10:58:52 PM UTC-6, Darin G. wrote:
I have one--respond offline if interested.
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Get it. I have a 58 Atlantis. My wife has a 56 LHT. My PBH is 87 and I'm
equally comfortable, fit wise, on either bike. I don't think you can lose
for 1K.
D.G.
On Tuesday, June 26, 2012 10:29:27 PM UTC-6, The Cripler wrote:
Ok. So here is the situation. I have been looking for an
Does anyone on this list own the Green 2TT Hillborne with the cream
longboards I saw today in downtown Salt Lake City? Those things are as
rare as hen's teeth in these parts. If the owner is on this list, I was
going the other way on my Atlantis and I waved.
D.G.
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I ordered a sandwich from Jimmy John's this afternoon which was delivered
in the typical prompt fashion by a heavily tatted and generously bearded
bicycle courier. The courier saw my Atlantis, parked in my office, and
became so distracted after ogling the various details that he walked out
from his shop. We are lucky to have
him in town.
I'll be riding my blue Boo on the Edible Wasatch ride Saturday so say
hello if you're there too.
glen
On Wednesday, June 13, 2012 9:57:43 AM UTC-6, Darin G. wrote:
Does anyone on this list own the Green 2TT Hillborne with the cream
Ordered the Mark's Rack. Thank you everyone for your input.
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I'm doing my first Brevet in 12 days on my Romulus. I have a Berthoud bag
mounted on my Atlantis with a front rack and a decaleur and I am
considering mounting the bag on a Mark's Rack on my Rom for this event. I
think the front bag effects handling on the Atlantis, but not in a
Think of the Supreme 32s on my Rom, at least for summer when I let the
Romulus run naked. I run the 40s on my Atlantis and love them. Anyone
using the 32s?
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Leslie, show me a Hunqa with some kind of Nitto or Nigel Smith device for
securing a 4 piece rod and I will likely cash in my kid's college fund.
Saddlesack large in the back for the waders and boots, basket in front for
the vest and you are definitely in business.
Oh, and it would have to be
/in/photostream
On Sun, May 6, 2012 at 5:28 PM, Darin G. dbg...@mac.com wrote:
Nice ride today on my Romulus at Antelope Island State Park, Utah. My
favorite spring ride. Saw lots of bison and a mule deer, but the
pronghorn
in the grainy photo was my
, 2012 at 5:28 PM, Darin G. dbg...@mac.com wrote:
Nice ride today on my Romulus at Antelope Island State Park, Utah.
My
favorite spring ride. Saw lots of bison and a mule deer, but the
pronghorn
in the grainy photo was my favorite and was close enough to snap a
photo
with my
Nice ride today on my Romulus at Antelope Island State Park, Utah. My
favorite spring ride. Saw lots of bison and a mule deer, but the pronghorn
in the grainy photo was my favorite and was close enough to snap a photo
with my phone.
, 9:58 am, Darin G. dbg...@mac.com wrote:
Anyone have experience with these racks? I like the idea of being able
to
take the pannier supports off when I don't need them and just support by
Berthoud bag, but wonder if its stable once the panniers are mounted.
Seems like it might flex
Love that blue! Was it custom?
D.G.
On Tuesday, May 1, 2012 10:49:05 PM UTC-6, ttoshi wrote:
Sunday, I picked up a new black, Rivet Pearl saddle, which really
completes my dream brevet bike. It has been comfortable from the very
first minute I installed the saddle and my bike now feels
Anyone have experience with these racks? I like the idea of being able to
take the pannier supports off when I don't need them and just support by
Berthoud bag, but wonder if its stable once the panniers are mounted.
Seems like it might flex, a lot. Rube Goldberg machine or elegant
I've been commuting on my new 58 Atlantis for several weeks. Built it up
entirely with parts from my 56 Hillborne. With Marathon Supremes at 60/50
psi the ride is buddah.
One little bit I'm particularly fond of is the clean bell attachment
offered by VO stem spacer bell mount. The Crane
. I just got an order of
small parts from VO yesterday and i totally missed this item when i was
putting together my order! I would've gotten 1-2 for the parts box! Grr!!!
On Saturday, April 28, 2012 1:49:26 PM UTC-4, Darin G. wrote:
I've been commuting on my new 58 Atlantis for several
My Atlantis is built up and riding (gratuitous plug for Saturday Cycles in
SLC). An awesome dreadnaught of a bicycle. I'm running a Nitto Mini-Front
with a Berthoud bag and decaleur on the front. I'm planning a tour and
wondering what y'all use for a front touring rack. I'm thinking of
is accurate. I've owned both, and they felt
practically identical.
Joe Bernard
Vallejo, CA.
On Tuesday, March 27, 2012 7:51:18 PM UTC-7, Darin G. wrote:
I own one of the original green Sams, 56. I'm very close to you in
height and build. 5'10, PBH 87. I run Mavic A719s with Jack Brown
I own one of the original green Sams, 56. I'm very close to you in height
and build. 5'10, PBH 87. I run Mavic A719s with Jack Brown Blue tires.
This bike is a wonderful commuter, set up with Noodles and a small front
rack and large rear. I have done two centuries on it. I also have a
VW Eurovan Camper if you can find one.
D.G.
On Thursday, January 13, 2011 4:02:42 PM UTC-7, z-man 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 in the event of rain,
theft-prevention etc. Thinking of maybe
I'm interested in this too as I'd like to run the Grand Bois tires but have
to deal with lots of goat heads. Does it really matter if it can stay
inflated with a nail through it if its just going to go flat when the
offending object comes out?
D.G.
On Sunday, March 18, 2012 10:28:34 AM
Can I get some details on that map case you are using? I'm looking at an
event next month and am thinking I'll need something similar.
D.G.
On Saturday, March 17, 2012 10:38:28 PM UTC-6, Smitty wrote:
Thanks for all the tips everyone gave in my previous post asking for
Randonneuring
Kelly, looks very close to my planned setup. Nice looking bike!
D.G.
On Wednesday, March 14, 2012 10:03:53 PM UTC-6, Darin G. wrote:
My build is basically set with the parts currently on my Sam (with the
exception of the Phil Wood BB) and is typical Riv: Sugino cranks, Nitto
Noodles
on the Atlantis.
D.G.
On Wednesday, March 14, 2012 10:03:53 PM UTC-6, Darin G. wrote:
My build is basically set with the parts currently on my Sam (with the
exception of the Phil Wood BB) and is typical Riv: Sugino cranks, Nitto
Noodles, Nitto Big Rack rear, Mini-Front, Brooks B17, etc. I
My build is basically set with the parts currently on my Sam (with the
exception of the Phil Wood BB) and is typical Riv: Sugino cranks, Nitto
Noodles, Nitto Big Rack rear, Mini-Front, Brooks B17, etc. I plan on
running the 700 X 42 Schwalbe Marathon Supremes on Mavic A719s. S, my
Ordered my new Atlantis several weeks ago. Getting excited now!
D.G.
On Monday, March 12, 2012 1:48:32 PM UTC-6, jinxed wrote:
Have you ever happened across a photo of a bike that makes your blood boil
in a good way?
One that makes you want to build one just like it and ride it around the
My wife's new LHT has mounts on the fork crown, but on the side of the
crown. We were wondering what they were for. I thought I saw photos
of some of the Hunqapillars with these mounts, as well, but have yet
to see a rack mounted in that fashion.
D.G.
On Feb 24, 9:45 am, EastBayGuy
Lubed the pulleys and the pivots. Chirp is gone. Thanks!
D.G.
On Feb 12, 10:20 am, Darin G. dbg...@mac.com wrote:
Will address the pulley wheels today and report back!
D.G.
On Feb 12, 2:31 am, ascpgh asc@gmail.com wrote:
I'm going with the pulley wheels. They have to rotate
the chirps for the last six or eight miles.
ANDY
Pittsburgh
On Feb 11, 2:32 pm, Darin G. dbg...@mac.com wrote:
Here's a puzzler in the spirit of Car Talk for the mechanical gurus
on the post. I get a very loud chirp (like a starling) when I shift
into the smaller cogs
Here's a puzzler in the spirit of Car Talk for the mechanical gurus
on the post. I get a very loud chirp (like a starling) when I shift
into the smaller cogs, and a continuous loud chirp (like a flock of
starlings) on the second smallest cog . No chirp on the larger ones
or the smallest. I
The Jack Brown blues on my Sam have about 2800 miles on them with one
puncture--a finishing nail. Zero punctures from goat heads (which are
numerous around here), glass, radial tire debris, etc. The JB Blue
would be my first choice for a commuting tire.
On Jan 30, 3:32 pm, PATRICK MOORE
Are these only available with albatross bars or am I missing
something?
On Jan 26, 11:14 pm, James Warren jimcwar...@earthlink.net wrote:
+1
That 36 is a great gear. Makes me more inclined to ride instead of drive.
On Jan 26, 2012, at 9:20 PM, dougP wrote:
John:
Wonderful
I believe you can order the Waterford version without the second top
tube, but the price goes up. I have one of the first run green Sams
in a 56 and I totally agree with you on the double top tube. You will
find plenty of folks in this forum who are thrilled with their 2TT
bikes and agree with
Definitely will be laundry facilities in Glenallen and Cantwell.
Wouldn't be surpassed if there were others along the way.
I don't know if you have time to extend your trip, but a midnight sun
ride on the Denali National Park road from the park entrance to Wonder
Lake would be a fantastic end to
I've been using Sawyer drip purifiers for two years. Fill the top
bag, let gravity do the work.
On Jan 13, 11:17 am, Kelly Sleeper tkslee...@gmail.com wrote:
What do you use for water purification. Generally I just filter with t shirt
and boil. I have been looking at some purification
Where will you be touring? I lived up there for 13 years and I am
envious.
One item I didn't see was a mosquito headnet. Do not forget it. I've
seen otherwise sane people lose their minds due to the bugs. I'd also
make sure that some of your clothing is bug proof (rain pants and
jackets
I don't think I'd want to change the brake just to get .2mm of
additional tire under a fender. This bike already rides nicely. What
I would want to do is squeeze every bit of comfort possible out of it
for long rides without affecting its performance and generally sporty
nature as I bought this
Hard to argue with, I agree.
I'm going to ride over to my LBS this afternoon--they've got a Rom
with fenders and some GB Cypress tires mounted on wheels and we'll
take a look at it.
D.G.
On Jan 6, 1:40 pm, Seth Vidal skvi...@gmail.com wrote:
On Fri, Jan 6, 2012 at 2:36 PM, Darin G. dbg
The flyer indicates it can take up to a 35 with a fender,...
http://cyclofiend.com/rbw/romulus/romflyer/03.html
Maybe I need to consider a larger fender?
On Jan 3, 1:41 pm, Esteban kemm...@gmail.com wrote:
28mm seems to be the practical limit with fenders on the Ram/Rom.
On Jan 3, 11:50 am,
, and the Saluki was
pulling country bike duty, and the Rom/Ram were versatileroad
bikes. This was before all bikes did all things.
So, I'd say if you want fat tires and fenders, spring for an AHH.
Ride the Romulus as the classic road bike it is.
On Jan 4, 8:02 pm, Darin G. dbg...@mac.com wrote
Anyone out there running the SKS P35 fenders on a Rom? Is there room
to get a Grand Bois 30 (32 actual) under there?
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I've had a tough time with this aspect of long rides, paleo or not,
and tend to get a sweet stomach from gatorade, energy gels, blocks,
etc, but on longer rides I bonk if I don't eat, which ruins the ride
(or hike or ski, or whatever) and presents a dilemma. I tend to do
best eating eggs,
So, gave the Sam a few rides after adjusting the headset and it
started indexing again, primarily in the dead-ahead position, and
resumed scaring the hell out of me twisty curves. So I decided to
just replace the headset. Had the shop that built the bike install an
IRD Interloc as opposed to the
This bike has been to two shops this month--the first one didn't even
consider the headset (it was loose when they returned it) and failed
to properly tune the drivetrain while charging me north of $100 for
their recommended deluxe tune-up. Not happy. At the second shop
where I bought the bike I
So, dealt with three shops this a.m. Called the shop where I took the
bike the first time and they didn't have the tools for sale but
offered to order them. Called a second shop and they said they had
the tools but when I got there they didn't have them and when I
complained the manager said he
Just had the headset on my Sam adjusted at the LBS after discovering
the upper threaded race was loose. The cable hanger seems to have
acted as a lever on the race and worked it loose. The lock nut was
still tight. I took it home after adjustment without riding it and
discovered the steering
Mike, helpful photo. Is that a medium or a large saddle sack?
After looking at my setup again its clear Big Rack does ride quite a
way to the rear to keep the panniers out of the way. Don't see how
the bag will fit on there without flopping over the loop at the
front. So, I'll probably get the
Anyone out there with experience resting the Saddle Sack Medium on a
Nitto Big Back Rack? I know it can flop on top of the loop at the
front end of the rack like in the pics on the website, but I don't
care for that look and I'd rather it sit level on the top of the rack
and snug against the loop
I too wish to feel the pangs of desire as a new Rivendell lumbers to
my door.
On Jul 20, 4:44 pm, Steve Palincsar palin...@his.com wrote:
On Wed, 2011-07-20 at 15:36 -0700, Scotty wrote:
I am probably going to leave it in the box until tomorrow after work
since it is still not here and I
Those of you using the Kleen Kanteen--do they rattle around? I
suspect there is a difference between being secure in the cage and not
making noise every time you go over a bump.
On Jun 15, 6:14 am, John Aydelotte j.m.aydelo...@gmail.com wrote:
+1 for the King Kage Iris. I have them on almost
Deal breaker.
I'm 180-190 and have one of the original 56 cm canti Sams (nome de
guerre: Ramble 'Rounder). Wonderful and plush commuter, but on the
heavy and sluggish side for lightly laden rides. I don't see how
adding another tube can do anything but further deaden the ride. I've
really
After a year of subscribing to this group I've decided to address some
of my inadequacies head on and do some, if not most of my own
maintenance. I'm not necessarily handy, but clever enough, willing to
buy the tools, and I figure if I can build a fly rod or tie a classic
Atlantic salmon fly
Anyone have new details on the Amos/San Marco? Will Rivendell be
selling the Soma version or repainting/renaming it for themselves?
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I know this isn't Riv specific but a cool story about the new bike
commuter hub in downtown Salt Lake City.
http://www.sltrib.com/sltrib/home/50342926-76/bike-center-canyon-says.html.csp
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Finished my second century on my Sam, the century leg of the MS 150 in
Cache Valley, Utah. Once again, many comments about the Sam including
several people who asked me how old it was. One guy guessed it was
from the 1960's. I didn't notice any other Rivs on the ride, which
was odd considering
I posted similar questions to yours a while back as Speed Up My
Sam. I had just abandoned my racing bike for a Sam and was
struggling with how sluggish it felt when climbing and generally
losing 2-3 mph over my average pace. I ultimately just rode the
century with my commuting wheels, fenders
Anyone using a medium Saddle Sack with a Top Rack? I'd like to fine
tune my commuting setup and I like that bag but I'd want it sitting on
a rack. From the looks of the photos it has the leather tab to slide
over the upright on the top rack but I wonder if the seat tabs are
long enough to reach
I just faced the similar questions with my Sam Hillborne for a
century. I'd intended to swap out the Jack Browns for 30cc Grand Bois
and remove the fenders and the racks. Ultimately, I just removed the
rear rack (a touring rack) and left the rest of the bling on and
enjoyed my century ride.
the feeling of the larger
saddlebags on the rear of my legs... :-)
René
On Thu, May 20, 2010 at 9:19 AM, Darin G. dbg...@mac.com wrote:
Anyone using a medium Saddle Sack with a Top Rack? I'd like to fine
tune my commuting setup and I like that bag but I'd want it sitting on
a rack
of the leather on the fender, I would have kept using it
without the rack. I discovered that I like the feeling of the larger
saddlebags on the rear of my legs... :-)
René
On Thu, May 20, 2010 at 9:19 AM, Darin G. dbg...@mac.com wrote:
Anyone using a medium Saddle Sack with a Top Rack? I'd like
I agree that your setup is the very definition of utilitarian. Your
posts and pictures were helpful.
I have a small trunksack now and like how it slides onto the front
rack slick as a whistle. It also seem indestructible, and reminds me
of Filson duck-hunting coats, the kind you inherit from
'tis. Nikon is back from the shop. Will try to get some pics this
weekend.
D.G.
On May 17, 7:32 pm, happyriding happyrid...@yahoo.com wrote:
On May 17, 1:24 pm, Darin G. dbg...@mac.com wrote:
Enjoyed a wonderful century ride on my new Sam on Saturday, complete
with a mini-front rack
Enjoyed a wonderful century ride on my new Sam on Saturday, complete
with a mini-front rack, small Trunksack and fenders. Salt Lake City
is not a lugged-steel hot spot and I saw only one other Rivendell
(Atlantis with albatross bars?), a Heron, and a fellow on an RB-1 who
seemed to appreciate
kind of bars and tires you rode with.
thanks,
andrew
On May 17, 2010, at 12:24 PM, Darin G. wrote:
Enjoyed a wonderful century ride on my new Sam on Saturday, complete
with a mini-front rack, small Trunksack and fenders. Salt Lake City
is not a lugged-steel hot spot and I saw only one
be doing
a slower ride probably :)
On May 17, 2010, at 1:04 PM, Darin G. wrote:
I rode Nitto Noodle bars and Jack Brown Blues for tires. I'd been
planning to put on a faster tire per the suggestions to my Speed Up
My Sam post but I didn't get around to it. I have the top of the
stem
Abiyoyo
Inigo Montoya
Loch Leven
Border Reiver
Carnomore
On May 5, 12:20 pm, Bridgestone alancr...@mac.com wrote:
Top Ten Names for the next Rivendell Bike
10. Travelino
9. Henri Torres
8. Vagabondo
7. Hugonaut
6. Velocipes
5. Navigador
4. Luis Rotundus
3. F. Murray Abraham
I don't get the two top tube thing. I ride the 56 Sam and putting two
top tubes on it seems like it would take an elegant design and turn it
into a five-legged chair. I understand the strength argument, just
can't see why it would be necessary. This bike's already pretty
stout. I also wonder
I'm considering either a Gunnar Sport or a Waterford sport tourer.
Interested in your build and getting a look at it once you get your
build completed.
D.G.
On May 4, 8:47 am, eflayer eddie.fla...@att.net wrote:
Seems like Richard Schwinn and Grant really put their heads together
on this.
.
On Apr 26, 10:10 am, Darin G. dbg...@mac.com wrote:
Alright, this will probably sound un-Rivish,...please don't pick my
bones over. I'm new to this type of bicycle.
I need my commuter/tourer Sam to go faster, if possible. I have a
slate of century rides and a 200 km brevet lined up
I have a big rack on my Sam which supports my commuting panniers
nicely. I haven't toured with it yet, but it would easily fit one of
the newer therma-rest pads. The NeoAir for example is 4 X 9 packed
and could go in a pannier or sit on top. A down sleeping bag in a
waterproof stuff sack would
This post has me thinking about guitars, fly fishing, and cycling.
Long before I bought a Riv I acquired a taste for woody Martin guitars
and and favored my Winston traditional trout rod over my Sage
artillery pieces. My fly boxes are adorned with modern bead-headed
and foam flies (trout bling),
Alright, this will probably sound un-Rivish,...please don't pick my
bones over. I'm new to this type of bicycle.
I need my commuter/tourer Sam to go faster, if possible. I have a
slate of century rides and a 200 km brevet lined up for the summer and
I'm being dropped by my riding companions who
I lived in Alaska for 13 years. There is no better read than Coming
Into the Country. Just thinking about it makes me unbearably
homesick.
D.G.
On Apr 26, 9:36 am, Mike mjawn...@gmail.com wrote:
I like to read. John McPhee is a favorite. His name and references to
his book Coming Into the
to go all out. Those plus the
Cypres... you'd be set (maybe).
Have fun!
On Mon, Apr 26, 2010 at 9:10 AM, Darin G. dbg...@mac.com wrote:
Alright, this will probably sound un-Rivish,...please don't pick my
bones over. I'm new to this type of bicycle.
I need my commuter/tourer Sam
the comfort and weight savings are worth it. Others
reasonably reach a different conclusion. If you're going to be driven
to distraction by the thought of a down bag getting wet go with the
synthetic.
D.G.
On Apr 26, 10:06 am, happyriding happyrid...@yahoo.com wrote:
On Apr 26, 9:13 am, Darin G. dbg
events.
Michael
On Apr 26, 12:21 pm, Darin G. dbg...@mac.com wrote:
Rims are Mavic A719s on Deore XT hubs.
Don't know that I'd lower the bars as the comfort over distance of
this setup is incomparable to anything else I've ridden and is what
convinced me I was through with the Roubaix
. Speaking of bars, maybe go narrower to get a
little bit less drag.
You mentioned 36 spoke, but what kind of rim? I'd recommend 28 hole Velocity
Aeroheads if you really want to go all out. Those plus the Cypres... you'd
be set (maybe).
Have fun!
On Mon, Apr 26, 2010 at 9:10 AM, Darin G
Enough gossip like that and you might force HQ to put out some
clarification. I did almost fall over though.
On Apr 20, 2:43 pm, sjauch sja...@gmail.com wrote:
It's going to be pink.
On Apr 20, 12:22 pm, D. Goff dbg...@mac.com wrote:
Any new rumors on the Amos?
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Working on better pictures--unfortunately Mr. Nikon is in the shop,
again, so when he gets back we'll try for some better shots.
On Apr 20, 5:38 pm, happyriding happyrid...@yahoo.com wrote:
Whoa! We are going to need to see: 1) More pictures! 2) Sharp
pictures!
of that beauty.
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