Re: [RBW] Craigslist, etc 2023

"Who are you going to believe?? Me, or your own eyes??" -Groucho On Mon, 13 Nov 2023 at 11:01, Joe Bernard wrote: > Yeah it's the seller description that annoys me, I don't appreciate being > told my eyes don't see what I'm clearly seeing. This happens a lot on > Craigslist. > > > > On

Re: [RBW] Expert level bike commuting strategies?

> > > I was a big fan of changing up my routes when I was commuting. I am not > easy to awaken, so would take the direct route to get to work, but going > home, instead of doing the 6km direct route, often went double and > sometimes 3x and 4x the short route. It gave me something to think about

Re: [RBW] Re: Carrying groceries on your bike

> > > It's been a few years since I was the grocery-getter in this household, > but I used to use rear panniers and a very large backpack. The heavy stuff > went in the panniers or low in the backpack. I favour backpacks as a heavy guy (95 kg), as they enable me to use my legs as shock

Re: [RBW] What shoes does your Riv wear?

> > > My old Bomba has Compass 700 x 44 on it and they are dreamy. I have some > G-Ones (60s) in reserve. EricF Rainy SW BC -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it,

Re: [RBW] Re: rack for Wald 139 re: zip-ties & baskets

No sign of degradation that I could see. I am sorry now I did not keep them. I was packing the car for a drive across the country, saw that damage, and tossed them. Hopefully a once-in-a-lifetime thing... On Tue, Aug 15, 2023, 14:00 'John Phillips' via RBW Owners Bunch <

Re: [RBW] Re: rack for Wald 139 re: zip-ties & baskets

Here's an oddity. I bought a couple of Voile straps for future use, around 2019. I stored them atop the donut spare in our Forester. Last month, I accessed the space and both straps were broken. Not a clean cut, but close to it. I wouldn't suppose that it means anything for other users, but that

Re: [RBW] Re: Wanted post worries

> > > You can search by username to see someone's posts: [image: image.png] -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to

Re: [RBW] Question - when did derailleurs become "mechs"?

IIRC a retronym is a new term required when new tech or other developments dictate a new term. The only example that comes to mind is "black and white teevee" yo replace "teevee*" after colour teevees became a thing. Or maybe not... EricF A sometime enjoyer of wordplay * spelling hopefully

Re: [RBW] Re: Bike rack suggestions

I have had a 2 bike Swagman for several years, and even used it to take bikes from Vancouver to Ottawa on one occasion. Worked like a charm. And it easily takes different sizes - I have used it for a pair of my bikes (64cm) or one of mine, one of my wife's (52cm or so for her) The only issues I

Re: [RBW] Bombadil and Hunqapillar origins: The definitive thread

Proto Bomba .ulti top tubed? -- 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 view this discussion on the

Re: [RBW] Re: Book recommendations for learning how to build up a bike

A few years ago I found a very nice book by an English cyclist who visited several manufacturers (Chris King? Phil?) as he sought to asemble bits for his upcoming build. Can I remember it? Nope... Will go through my library listing later today in hopes I can find it -- You received this message

[RBW] FS Rivendell Sam HillBorne - $C3,250

https://vancouver.craigslist.org/van/bik/d/vancouver-rivendell-sam-hillborne/7559622053.html No connection with seller ef -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it,

[RBW] CYGO LITE TridenX - free - local pickup

Greetings This light has served me well for the past 10 or so years. I think it is complete with all the mountings. I wore it on my helment. Why is it free? Well, the battery no longer takes a charge. It died about the same time my need for it diminished. You can supposedly still buy the

Re: [RBW] Re: Kickstand plates, what's up with that?

The plate came off my Bomba this year. I am far from the first owner, but I only used it with a two-legged stand, and never with more than a light load on the bike Signed Ilene EricF Vancouver -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch"

Re: [RBW] Re: The World's Ride

haha, me too great pics On Wed, 28 Sept 2022 at 06:41, 'mark etze' via RBW Owners Bunch < rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com> wrote: > I want to be the guy in Cuba. > > > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from

Re: [RBW] crossword puzzle

I saw that too, but I have to say I only knew the Riv meaning. I did not know SALUKI was a dog too. Still I managed to finish the puzzle, yay PS: I used to work with someone who had the excellent crossword puzzle name: Nina Cross -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the

[RBW] 61cm Roadini in Lethbridge

https://www.pinkbike.com/buysell/3370309/ Feeler ad, not in a rush to sell but have been having better luck than I can afford with finding used "unicorns" so gotta see about shipping some out eventually. Please excuse the copied text from my other feeler ad, it works in both cases! Would sell

Re: [RBW] Unique accoutrements

My Bomba has spoke nipples in alternating Rastafarian colours... ef Jammin' in Vancouver -- 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] 2011 Rivendell Sam Hillborne 60cm Vancouver

No connection with sale, but I think I saw the bike riding up Cypress last week, and if so, it looks good https://www.pinkbike.com/buysell/3354711/ -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop

Re: [RBW] Re: The confounding politics of camping

Canada's National Parks at one time had "walk-in" sites that were often only 25m or so away from car parking, but would often be the last to be booked. The only one I stayed at with any regularity was at Redstreak in Kootenay NP, but worth watching for this configuration. (I tried to look it up on

[RBW] Spam

I know my internet experience is not the same as yours (or your, or yours), but just in case this helps someone, I will report that this afternoon TWELVE e-mails from this group (and ONLY this group) have been sent to SPAM. In case you are missing something. (This on a day where someone swiped

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: Rivendell Custom $950

https://sheldonbrown.com/blog/2021/03/31/shelbroco-quadratech/ Introducing ShelBroCo QuadraTech Chainrings and sleeve nuts. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it,

Re: [RBW] Re: Introducing the Charlie H Gallop Protovelo

Now these are very nice! ef jealous in Vancouver -- 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 view

Re: [RBW] Re: I'm a New Bike Commuter

Here is one article on locking your bike and its bits. Only because I was looking at it earlier today... https://www.mec.ca/en/explore/locking-your-bike ef Vancouver BC -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from

Re: [RBW] I'm a New Bike Commuter

I preferred a backpack for my 2 x 5km commutes. I would do errands on these rides and it was good not to have gear left behind on the bike. Also as I weigh 100kg (225 lbs) I like having the weight on me in an effort to "ride light". Easy to stand on pedals going over rough stuff... ef Vancouver

Re: [RBW] Cold Weather Riding Gear

All other things being equal, Gore-Tex socks keep my feet quite a bit warmer, at least at near-zero temperatures EricF Vancouver BC -- 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

Re: [RBW] Velotaxonomy: What are we, anyway?

I very much like the idea of looking for adventure by any means, and that biking can certainly ensue. A good point but one I had not considered. Thanks -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and

Re: [RBW] Re: Platypus Questions

+1 Click-Stand When my wife got her used Surly LHT it came with one and she really took to it EricF Vancouver -- 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

Re: [RBW] Re: Bombadil on its Archetypal Route (loads of photos)

My 60cm Bomba has 700's... EricF Vancouver On Sun, 2 Jan 2022 at 12:30, Jason Fuller wrote: > > > Jay - this frame, and most Bombadils, is 650B. I used to believe they all > were 650, but iirc some of the biggest sizes are 700c. Good eye on the > tires - can't wait to ride them! I bought

Re: [RBW] Re: 2021 Appaloosa video

I very much enjoyed this, thanks For some reason, I want to open a box like that myself... EricF Vancouver -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to

Re: [RBW] Adventure Novels

This one https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Two_Years_Before_the_Mast -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to

Re: [RBW] FS Clem L 52

I am not seeing the location. EricF Vancouver On Sunday, 24 October 2021, Andrew Huston wrote: > So in a turn of events, my wife is deciding she doesn’t ride enough for her to keep this newly built Clem. Given those feelings and the limited quantity of these bikes, i can release this and

[RBW] FS 52CM Rivendell Sam Hillborne 650B

https://www.pinkbike.com/buysell/3159418/ Not mine, no connection. Friday Harbor WA I bought this frame years ago (I think on Ebay) and had it built up. All parts are new except the handlebar/grips. I believe the frame was unused when I bought it - anyway, since I built it up, it has only had a

[RBW] messages into spam

FYI So far this week, I have had a dozen messages from these two groups go into the spam folder. This after a couple of weeks of none going there. EricF Vancouver -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this

Re: [RBW] Re: Any former paper boys (or girls) on this list?

I delivered the afternoon Vancouver Sun in the South Slope area of Burnaby, c.1962-66 on my single speed CCM bike with vee-bars. My parents insisted I get a front rim brake added once my new route included the steepest part of the south slope (Gilley and Carson). I had a big wrought-iron front

Re: [RBW] Bikes on eBay, CraigsLIst, and Other Sites

https://www.pinkbike.com/buysell/3077062/ 2020 50 cm rivendell roadini -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to

Re: [RBW] Bikes on eBay, CraigsLIst, and Other Sites

I read it in email and Bob is my Uncle... EricF Vancouver on android and Firefox On Tue, Jul 27, 2021, 15:46 max.c@gmail.com wrote: > Dumb question -- is there any way to make this thread display the newest > posts at the top? I keep having to scroll through 100+ posts...sorry if I'm >

Re: [RBW] Re: Help me optimize my ride

Thanks. I don't know how I missed that picture. I discovered the straps on my bag (Carradice long-flap) are too far apart to move the collars outside the straps, but I moved them further apart than they were, almost right to the inside of the straps. Now I feel optimized! And yes, I catch my

[RBW] FS BQ back issues, Vancouver, local pickup

https://vancouver.craigslist.org/van/bks/d/vancouver-bicycle-quarterly-magazine/7348802931.html Anyone on this list can have them for $20 EricF (As Agent 86): Living in a household with 2 Bombas...and loving it -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW

Re: [RBW] Re: Bombadil on its Archetypal Route (loads of photos)

Jason, you inspire me (I hope) --I used to be on the north shore on a bike weekly, pre-pandemic. But I have only biked past Burrard Inlet a couple of times since then. I really hope I can get back into the habit once public health protocols allow it. Meanwhile, I am hoping the oppressive heat

Re: [RBW] Being Precious About Your Favorite Bike

No offense intended, it reminded me of this Far Side https://www.cardcow.com/841829/far-side-now-that-should-clear-up-few-things-around-here-gary-larson/ -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and

Re: [RBW] My Betty Foy after 10 years

That is so very cool, thanks! EricF Vancouver BC On Sat, 15 May 2021 at 18:11, Pam Bikes wrote: > I wanted to share pictures of a Riv after 10 years with lots of beausage. > I'm terrible at Wordpress and not sure how to format it so it's cobbled > together but I did put all the pictures there

Re: [RBW] Re: FOR SALE: Custom Rivendell Road Bike

Hi Helen, Sorry for your loss. How tall was your husband? That may not fully answer the question of frame size, but may narrow it down Thanks On Sat, 24 Apr 2021 at 19:40, helen wilson wrote: > Hello, > This is my husband's bike. Unfortunately, it is being sold because he > passed away, and

Re: [RBW] Do the Clem Smith Junior stepthrough bicycles have a used value?

I check pinkbike.com regularly for Rivs. Currently there is a Roadini for $US1200 On Fri, 26 Feb 2021 at 11:25, Anthony Coffin wrote: > I'm not sure where all you have listed it but there are a lot more people > shopping for Rivendells than just the folks on this forum. I would try > other bike

Re: [RBW] Bizarre Winter Weather

One of my favorite radio comedies, Cabin Pressure, has several references to Talisker... https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cabin_Pressure_(radio_series) https://www.comedy.co.uk/radio/cabin_pressure/ Riv-related content: none, sorry -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the

Re: [RBW] Re: Custom Details

It's not really an easter egg, but it IS a wonderful detail: the peg on the frame above the rear axle to hand the chain on. I am recalling it now as I took a fix-your-bike course a while back and my Bertrand* was on the workstand and when the peg was pointed out, the rest of the class was

Re: [RBW] Weight question / I'm obviously confused

No idea, but will read responses to find out. However, great light, great pic thanks EricF Vancouver -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to

Re: [RBW] It's an [expatriated] Bombadil!

I have Sky's old one and like it a lot, though I feel it is too small for me*. Nevertheless, it rides sweetly. Mine is green, and my wife has one too in coveted orange. Maybe all Bombas end up here? EricF Vancouver * the Riv geo chart says it fits. It's OK but only with the bars and seat jacked

Re: [RBW] Re: Places to Sell non-Riv Bikes

Never bought one here, but do view this source lots: https://www.pinkbike.com/ EricF Smoky Vancouver BC -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to

[RBW] Re: FS Gravelkings 650B x 43

Bump $35 each EricF Vancouver BC On Wednesday, 2 September 2020, Eric Floden wrote: > Local pickup only...3 available @ $CDN42 each. Bought new by me this year. (Sigh) > https://www.mec.ca/en/gearswap/post/659543 > > EricF > Vancouver BC -- You received this message because you

[RBW] FS Gravelkings 650B x 43

Local pickup only...3 available @ $CDN42 each. Bought new by me this year. (Sigh) https://www.mec.ca/en/gearswap/post/659543 EricF Vancouver BC -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop

Re: [RBW] Who is using bike lights?

For much of the 1970s I worked in motorcycle safety for a variety of employers*. And I got familiar with the work of Dr. Harry Hurt. (Ja, funny name for motorcycle safety researcher...) I got to read his papers as they were issued, and my own takeaway is this: road users do not FAIL to see other

Re: [RBW] Re: Color survey! Would love some feedback, getting powder for a Surly Travelers Check

Pearl night blue -- 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 view this discussion on the web visit

[RBW] Rivendell Sam Hillborne electric bicycle conversion (CDN)

Not mine, no connection https://vancouver.craigslist.org/rds/bik/d/surrey-lower-west-rivendell-samuel/7171448391.html EricF Vancouver -- 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

Re: [RBW] Re: Day Ride Kit

Thank you, Andy, good reminder. I will update my First Aid certificate when I can. EricF Riding again in Vancouver On Mon, 6 Jul 2020 at 04:48, ascpgh wrote: > My long rides usually pass through small communities enough that I can > procure/consume food and drink to augment my provided basics.

Re: [RBW] Re: Useful use for beeswax

Well, there is a brand new Red Green podcast! Alas, it is not free... http://www.redgreen.com/ EricF Neither handy nor handsome Vancouver BC On Mon, 22 Jun 2020 at 07:10, Jock Dewey wrote: > Oh, how we miss Red Green. > > We could all use a good Red Green show right now. > > Jock Dewey /

Re: [RBW] Rene Herse Tires with tubes

I have tubed (non-EL) Compass tires as follows: - 44 x 700 on my Bomba ridden 80% pavement, 20% gravel, just fine. No flats in 3000km - 38 x 700 road tires on my MEC Cote, ridden in eastern Ontario on 60% dirt/gravel. No flats in 3000 km - 32 x 700 road tires on my Gilles Bertrand road bike,

Re: [RBW] Re: Favorite Rivendell model names?

The Greta T Works for me Eric in BeeCee -- 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 view this

Re: [RBW] Favorite Rivendell model names?

So many good names to choose from. My first thought though is for the one that was not: Honus Wagner. That would have been cool... EricF Vancouver -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop

Re: [RBW] Re: Joe's Custom

O, beausavage! Love it, thanks EricF Vancouver-The-Rainy -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to

Re: [RBW] Re: Admissions of Things You Ought to Have Known But Did Not: A Thread

I seem to have a genius for installing things other than the way intended. A few years ago I got a VO long-setback seat post mailed to me for my Fargo/Brooks combination, and I managed to install it facing the wrong way. (There were only two way to install it, I got the wrong one...) The saddle

Re: [RBW] 30 Days of Biking!

April was my first zero-km month in BC* since oh, 1989? Missing the riding EricF Isolation * and I did spend parts of two winters in Ottawa where I did not ride -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this

Re: [RBW] PSA: 68 AHH on Seattle CL

Thanks, Here's the ad https://seattle.craigslist.org/see/bik/d/petersburg-rivendell-68cm-ahomer-hilsen/7116450235.html Bike located in Alaska On Thu, 30 Apr 2020 at 13:46, JAS wrote: > PSA: For you tall folks! There's a 68cm Hilsen on the Seattle Craigslist > in that beautiful blue

Re: [RBW] What have you learned during the isolation?

Sky, Thank you for your good work. I am ringing my cowbell every 7pm for you... Me, no riding for over a month. Sure do miss it! EricF Vancouver On Sun, 26 Apr 2020 at 23:07, Sky Coulter wrote: > My riding has dropped to almost zero for April; i think i managed to > commute to work at the

Re: [RBW] Re: Today's blog is the best

Got fooled? I guess I did too. I was not expecting any institutional attempts at humour in these times. Must go back and re-read it EricF Vancouver's Indoor Wonderland On Thu, 2 Apr 2020 at 16:49, Jason Fuller wrote: > hehe, somebody got fooled. > > -- > You received this message because you

Re: [RBW] Re: Roof-topping a Clem L

I used to use a roof-mounted Thule system on my previous car (Tercel Wagon). I made it a rule to ALWAYS have the sunroof open when I had bikes above, to keep me mindful. It worked! Not ideal though as that car had no glass panel, so when the sunroof was open, any rain could come in. Now, we use a

Re: [RBW] Re: Group Riding / New Covid-19 World

We are not locked down in Vancouver BC, but we live on a well used bike route (York Avenue). One of my pastimes is sitting on the balcony watching the bikes go by. What fun! Great way to drink my coffee. Anyway, in the last week, almost no group rides, certainly none greater than say 4. However,

Re: [RBW] Crash Stories

I too learned to practice falling from age 10-up (IIRC inspired by cub leader), and that has really helped me avoid injury in countless bicycle, motorbike, and ski crashes over the years... My best non-crash was riding at local market area (Granville Island) with old rail tracks still in place.

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: Closet purge! Filson Barbour Woolrich Holubar Rockmount Pendleton Giro Shimano...

Every time I read this, I think how WONDERFUL those Barbour jackets are. Sadly, this one is not my size... Someone treat yourself to this jacket... EricF Barbour-less in Vancouver -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To

Re: [RBW] OT: non-bike hobbies

I have a number of activities but will mention one that has tied in with riding in the past. I became a radio fan and DXer in my teens and have retained an interest through today. My interest in mostly AM/MW, and shortwave. I have carried a small portable on my rides, either overnights, or up

Re: [RBW] Re: Helmets (again)

Agreed on flashing lights. I only ever use them at low setting, on low light DAY rides. Example, riding under trees on cloudy day. But at all but lowest setting they can be blinding and disorienting. EricF Not riding yet this day due to rains Golden Lake Ont On Sun, Sep 22, 2019, 09:16 John A.

Re: [RBW] Re: Helmets (again)

I agree and would add these 1 great place for small lights to hopefully allow motorists an extra way to see me. Especially with fall coming 2 I do most errands by bike and am happy to have merchants know some of their trade pedals 3 (blush) I love stickers so my helmet is a tableau of sorts

[RBW] Riv, rainbow,...

...and me, Golden Lake Ontario -- 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 view this discussion on the

Re: [RBW] Re: Pitted German mirror and possible WTB the mirror

I have this mirror on my Fargo (6 yrs) and Bomba (2) and they are still AOK. Ach. EricF Golden Lake Ont -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to

Re: [RBW] Re: tire sidewall separation

My Speed Rides are doing the same...even on my second set. EricF Golden Lake Ont On Tue, Aug 13, 2019, 12:01 aeroperf wrote: > Thanks for your info, and that from Kingdom Bikes. > > My Sam rides Continental Speed Ride tires. As a guy who spent 40 years > doing airplanes, I am a believer in

Re: [RBW] Re: Seeking summer weight long sleeve wool shirt ideas

Fjallraven is good... https://www.fjallraven.com/fjallraven-mens-canada-shirt-m-red-f90631/?sku=7392158891825 EricF Vanc -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it,

[RBW] wow

I went into my LBS (Reckless, on Fir St.) with my green Bombadil, and the young man most often there (Matt) looked at it for a beat of 2 and said, Wow it's not orange... I think that is pretty fast processing. And I have only ever seen Bombas in orange. EricF Vancouver BC -- You received this

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: Complete 63cm Rivendell Romulus - $1400

Where is it? If in the post, sorry for missing it. EricF BC/ON On Fri, May 3, 2019, 13:13 Ken Hekman wrote: > I'm ready to sacrifice this one. Anyone interested at $900? > > On Thursday, May 31, 2018 at 2:20:25 PM UTC-4, Ken Hekman wrote: >> >> I am the original owner of this beautiful 2004

Re: [RBW] Jan’s take on transfer of motor racing bits to bikes

That is great, tnx EricF New Edinburg Ont On Monday, 1 April 2019, George Rosselle wrote: > Y'all may find this useful too: > > http://whatbars.com/tires/ > > > > > On Monday, April 1, 2019 at 12:46:04 PM UTC-4, Steve Palincsar wrote: >> >> Jan has perfected a deadpan tongue-in-cheek

Re: [RBW] Repair and Wet Paint Services on West Coast?

When I was exploring getting my Gilles Bertrand (frame by Marinoni), I asked around and the 2 that ranked bery highly were dekerf and Toxik Design, both in Richmond BC. Saw some of their work and seemed fine EricF Currently Ottawa Ont -- You received this message because you are subscribed to

Re: [RBW] railbiking video

IIRC there used to be a railbike location which catered to the blind. Oregon maybe? On Sun, Mar 10, 2019, 18:18 Matt D <99m...@gmail.com> wrote: > Al, the rolling resistance has got to be very low if you use smooth tires > or metal rims. I think all you would really need is a hard rubber lip on

Re: [RBW] Shoes for rambling.

For the past 18 months I have been using my Blundstones (510s) and quite like them for an afternoon of riding where I might walk for 30 minutes or more... I just replaced mine, which lasted 1998 to 2018 (if my memory can be relied on) EricF Vancouver BC [image: 5036063-BK000.jpg] On Sat, 12

Re: [RBW] Ultra Romance and his Rivendell Atlantis.

Not me man, I loved geometry then and love it now. What fun. Time to play billiards EricF On Monday, 7 January 2019, stoker wrote: > ‘Geometry is what you failed in high school’ -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To

Re: [RBW] Re: Mismatched tires

My Trek 8000LT came with 26 by 2.10F and 1.95R. For commuting I always used same sizes F/R EricF Ottawa -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to

Re: [RBW] Finally a Rivendell Rider, Roadini done!

I was an avid motorcyclist AND bicyclist for years, until l realized l chose the moto every time. So l sold the motos. I sure do miss them. But not enough to get another one... EricF Still making vroom-vroom sounds Ottawa -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google

Re: [RBW] Re: My Big Green Tractor

Moving further from bikes, but this issue with Deere repairs is unsettling https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2017/mar/06/nebraska-farmers-right-to-repair-john-deere-apple -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe

Re: [RBW] Re: Bike Shop Radio: A podcast by 718 Cyclery

as an OTR fan I loved that On Wed, 3 Oct 2018 at 21:09, Lum Gim Fong wrote: > I could see RBW with on OTR type intro to their podcasts: > Tired of the every day 52 x 26 grind?... > Backpack getting you down?... > The clock on those 8-year old carbon forks closing in on you?... > We offer

Re: [RBW] Recomendations For Cycling-Specific Vehicle

one more data point: we have been living in 2 locations for a couple of years now, and have a Forester in one: it's great. But read on. We have rented vehicles often in Ottawa, and got a real pleasant surprise with the Ford Flex we had for 3 weeks. It was wonderful. I was not predisposed to like

Re: [RBW] Millionaire baseball player rides classic bike

o, well stated. Could Kevin's name appear on a Riv model one day? On Wed, 26 Sep 2018 at 07:29, tarik saleh wrote: > > > In conclusion Kevin Youklis is the Greek god of walks. Billy Beane is the > Grant Peterson of baseball. > > Tarik > > > -- You received this message because you

Re: [RBW] Re: Bike Shop Radio: A podcast by 718 Cyclery

90% of my podsing are BBC, ABC, & CBC. Excellent stuff... Another resource http://www.publicradiofan.com EricF Listening On Thu, Sep 20, 2018, 17:40 Bicycle Belle Ding Ding! < jonasandle...@gmail.com> wrote: > Ash, there is NO GOING BACK. You are so very right. What are your top 3? > > I quit

Re: [RBW] Re: Two Orange Rams in the Wild

Oooo, beausavage! Nice... And if you like words...l do enjoy The Vestibules and their Bulbous Bouffant https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=0uuCNAwXGaQ# On Mon, 17 Sep 2018 at 19:39, ascpgh wrote: > Start saving now, that paint job is hard to replicate. Mine has more wear > and tear than I would

Re: [RBW] Who's reading the Readers?

They are on my winter reading list... EricF Nice 26C today Ottawa On Thu, 13 Sep 2018 at 19:28, DarinM wrote: > I've read through a few of the Readers since Reed's archive got posted > here and have stumbled upon some pretty fun stuff along the way. As someone > pretty new to Riv world, it's

Re: [RBW] Re: MTB on the Blahg (again)

BULLMOOSE STINGS??? OK l will keep trying On Mon, 10 Sep 2018 at 20:17, Eric Floden wrote: > There COULD be an 'm' if you flip the 'w' > > Ja, l have Scrabble tiles out now. > > EricF > New Edinburgh Ont > > On Mon, 10 Sep 2018 at 19:52, Bill Lindsay wrote: > &

Re: [RBW] Re: MTB on the Blahg (again)

There COULD be an 'm' if you flip the 'w' Ja, l have Scrabble tiles out now. EricF New Edinburgh Ont On Mon, 10 Sep 2018 at 19:52, Bill Lindsay wrote: > I'm finding the three S's troublesome, and the lack of a D, an R or an M > rules out a lot of things. The only dirt or earth variant I can

Re: [RBW] Full brimmed hat recommendations

My wife disliked hats but wore them grudgingly. Then she got a Tilley and she loves it. EricF Ottawa Ont On 20 August 2018 at 19:51, Doug Bloch wrote: > I will wholeheartedly second the recommendation for a Tilley hat. I > initially balked at the price tag because I couldn’t how a Hat could be

[RBW] Morgan cars OT

Someone mentioned them recently...and their was a sad incident in BC still unfolding http://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/british-columbia/police-id-woman-missing-in-mudslide-near-cache-creek-1.4783695 Yikes EricF Ottawa Ont -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google

Re: [RBW] Re: Outside article on CF

In one of Mel Alwood (sp.?)'s maintenance books she advocates annual replacement for hbars... EricF Ottawa On Wed, Jul 25, 2018, 16:13 Lum Gim Fong wrote: > I stopped using carbon bikes after my first one. I am 155lbs. and seatpost > cracked lengthwise after only owning it for several months,

Re: [RBW] MTB hints in yesterday's Blahg?

Likely not workable but a fun name would be Corto Maltese. Thinking sailor-adventurer from 1900 to 1920s EricF Peterborough ON https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Corto_Maltese On 22 July 2018 at 01:55, Joe Bernard wrote: > Btw, Swan Arcade would be an AWESOME name for a bike. > > -- > You

Re: [RBW] Help sizing a AHH (Homer Hilsen)

If price is favorable then buy and try now. Upsize later if needed. Then again l have had way too many too-small bikes so who knows EricF Sitting in shade, with his too-small XL MEC Cote New Edinburg ON On Wed, Jul 18, 2018, 16:22 James Copp wrote: > I have been looking at a 61cm AHH for

Re: [RBW] heard a song that reminded me of my Riv bikes

Oooo...l met him years ago at Edmonton Folk Fest. We did not talk bikes either. ( l was on instrument lockup and likely on handed him a guitar ) EricF Golden Lake On Mon, Jul 16, 2018, 13:02 Jim S. wrote: > "Stuff that Works" by Guy Clark. Although he doesn't mention bikes at all. > >

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