Re: [RBW] Re: Using Your Rivendell Vs. Being Precious: A Spectrum

2022-11-08 Thread Scott Calhoun
Great topic with interesting responses. Like Leah, I'm both guilty and innocent. I ride my bikes a lot, but I'm also guilty of planning so I don't have to lock up fancy bikes for significant periods of time. My most used and useful bike, my MAP randonneur, was also my most expensive. I keep a

Re: [RBW] Club Rides On A Racing Platypus

2022-04-07 Thread Scott Calhoun
Leah, Your successful foray club riding on a Platypus speaks to both your fitness and open mindedness . From your fun-to-read account, it looks like you are having a good two-way exchange of bicycle information with the club members. Your experience got me thinking about all the times I've

Re: [RBW] Re: Heterodoxy — reconciling RBW with the mainstream

2022-02-12 Thread Scott Calhoun
YMMV. > > Tailwinds > Bruce in AL > > On Saturday, February 12, 2022 at 2:16:00 PM UTC-6 Scott Calhoun wrote: > >> It is easy to do--there are so many different bike tribes and ways to >> signify which tribe you belong to. Maybe being a little transgressive and >>

Re: [RBW] Re: Heterodoxy — reconciling RBW with the mainstream

2022-02-12 Thread Scott Calhoun
It is easy to do--there are so many different bike tribes and ways to signify which tribe you belong to. Maybe being a little transgressive and trying new things with different tribes is healthy for cycling people. Whatever kind of bike and cycling connects you to other people, nature, and

Re: [RBW] Re: Heterodoxy — reconciling RBW with the mainstream

2022-02-12 Thread Scott Calhoun
This is a good discussion. Riding mostly steel bikes with steel forks, I often count myself among the anoraks here, but like the OP, I've tried some new bike technology that enhances my cycling experiences. Once you know, you know. Tubeless tires, brifters, and even carbon rims can be great for

[RBW] FS: Nitto, VO Quill stems

2022-02-12 Thread Scott Calhoun
With apologies for the cross-posting on Bob. Nitto Technomic Deluxe NTC-DX 100mm, 26.0 clamp. New, without packaging. These have the nicer Nitto Pearl hardware and finish. New, they are $69.99. Asking $50 shipped. https://www.benscycle.com/nitto-ntc-...p?skuId=673314

Re: [RBW] FS: 63cm Roadeo (at Westminster, MD Bike Swap 2/13)

2022-02-12 Thread Scott Calhoun
I PMed you Austin, but fellow Rivers it might be interested to know a little more about the history of the bike. Do you know what year it was built and are you the original owner and do you know who built it (Waterford, Nobilette, others)? Best of luck with the sale. From the responses here,

Re: [RBW] FS: 63cm Roadeo (at Westminster, MD Bike Swap 2/13)

2022-02-11 Thread Scott Calhoun
PM sent too just in case. I posted a WTB for a 63cm Roadeo on this list ages ago. On Friday, February 11, 2022 at 12:20:44 AM UTC-7 exliontamer wrote: > Sent you a message. I've been looking for a 63cm! > > On Thursday, February 10, 2022 at 11:35:12 PM UTC-6 Collin A wrote: > >> Dang, if only

Re: [RBW] New Roadinis will have clearance for 42 mm tires

2022-01-17 Thread Scott Calhoun
Count me among those with no enthusiasm for 55-73mm long reach caliper brakes. IME, much worse performance than medium 47-57mm reach brakes. In the medium reach format, one has several high quality brake options: Velo Orange Grand Cru, TRP 957, and Paul Racer M. In long reach calipers,

[RBW] Re: FS: 64cm Rivendell Quickbeam F/F/HS

2022-01-01 Thread Scott Calhoun
The Quickbeam is sold. Thanks for all the interest. On Friday, December 31, 2021 at 1:57:51 PM UTC-7 Scott Calhoun wrote: > Hi All, > > I'm offering up my 64cm Quickbeam F/F/HS I purchased it from another > RBW/BOB member awhile back. The rear end is spaced to 130mm, which gives

[RBW] Re: Brake lever inward rotation on Noodle Bars

2021-12-16 Thread Scott Calhoun
Having the brake levers turned inward (and using narrower drop bars) is the current aero fad/trend in the pro peloton. I'm sure Andrew isn't looking for a position this radical, but you can see some of the positions here. https://www.italy24news.com/sports/news/20163.html Stages of some big

[RBW] Re: Opinions re Roadeo colors

2021-12-09 Thread Scott Calhoun
v and returned to Riv a while back . . . > and that it wound up at TPC later on. > > On Thursday, December 9, 2021 at 11:07:34 AM UTC-8 Scott Calhoun wrote: > >> I briefly owned this silver one which was offered by The Pros Closet. For >> the record, it is no

[RBW] Re: Opinions re Roadeo colors

2021-12-09 Thread Scott Calhoun
I briefly owned this silver one which was offered by The Pros Closet. For the record, it is not a Roadeo and was mis-labeled as such by TPC. It is a Rivendell custom built by Mark Nobilette. I loved the color, but it was build quite stout and more loaded touring oriented IMO. It was not the

[RBW] Re: FS: 61cm Roadeo Complete

2021-11-21 Thread Scott Calhoun
John, I've long been on the lookout for a 63cm, and seeing your 61cm has me revisiting the Roadeo geometry tables so see if it will work. I'm assuming yours is a Waterford made version with the somewhat older original geometry? Can you tell us the saddle height in your photos and the headtube

Re: [RBW] Re: Show Me Your Roadeo!

2021-10-06 Thread Scott Calhoun
A 63cm Roadeo remains the one Rivendell that I've always wanted but never owned. My current daily driver is a 64cm Quickbeam which based on the geometry would seem to give me a taste of Roadeo handling in a slightly more stout package. I'm really enjoying seeing Austin and Matt's 63cm builds,

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

2021-09-08 Thread Scott Calhoun
It is interesting how varied the methods of carrying the papers are. I used canvas bags looped around the front of the wide steel cruiser bars not too dissimilar in shape from some of the recent Riv handlebar offerings. In the back, Wald baskets. On days with thick papers, I'd load both

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

2021-09-07 Thread Scott Calhoun
Thank you for starting this thread Patrick. I've enjoyed all the great stories. It reminded me that earlier this year I wrote a little essay about my years as a paperboy for the Arizona Republic. It's a bit too long for a comment here, but I published it on my blog here:

[RBW] Re: WTB: Paul Racer Medium Front

2021-08-09 Thread Scott Calhoun
I'm looking for the other half of a Paul Racer M (I need the rear, recessed, in brushed Silver) so if someone has a set they want to split between us, that would work too. Mine need to match and I need a set, but I don't care what color. So if someone has a black or polished set that want to

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

2021-07-31 Thread Scott Calhoun
Well, I got the Rivendell Custom, rode it for a few days, and ended up returning it to the Pros Closet. There was nothing at all wrong with it--it is Mark Nobilette built in 2011--but it was more or a touring set up and not the Roadeo type ride (lighter tubing) I was after. The bike is in

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

2021-07-22 Thread Scott Calhoun
y > Berkeley, CA > On Wednesday, July 21, 2021 at 4:33:53 PM UTC-7 Scott Calhoun wrote: > >> I had some credit and took a flyer on this one. I've wanted a Roadeo for >> many years. This one is an odd case, as TCP is calling it both a "Custom" >> and a "

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

2021-07-22 Thread Scott Calhoun
a spare set of Dura Ace DT shifters, I might swap those out for the barends. On Wednesday, July 21, 2021 at 9:16:07 PM UTC-7 mma...@gmail.com wrote: > Congrats! Any plans on changing the build or just ride as is? I do love a > turn-key used bike. > > On Wed, Jul 21, 2021 at 16:33 S

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

2021-07-21 Thread Scott Calhoun
After inspection, the first thing I'll do is take off that sticker;) On Wednesday, July 21, 2021 at 9:43:16 AM UTC-7 eric...@gmail.com wrote: > Wow, seeing that PRO'S CLOSET CERTIFIED PRE-OWNED sticker is making my > brain swell. > On Wednesday, July 21, 2021 at 10:41:37 AM UTC-4 John M

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

2021-07-21 Thread Scott Calhoun
I had some credit and took a flyer on this one. I've wanted a Roadeo for many years. This one is an odd case, as TCP is calling it both a "Custom" and a "Roadeo." Vince at Riv HQ suggested that it could be from the time period when they weren't offering Roadeos per se? I called and got the

[RBW] Re: FS: Paul center pulls

2021-04-14 Thread Scott Calhoun
Hi Gabe, I'm interested if they are Racer Ms. Scott Tucson, AZ On Monday, April 12, 2021 at 12:19:04 PM UTC-7 gabe.de...@gmail.com wrote: > Hi Everybody! > > I've got an unused pair of paul center pull brakes in black finish if > anyone is looking. > I wanted to use them on a different project

Re: [RBW] FS: NIB Rivendell Sam Hillborne 54cm Frameset, Extras

2021-01-27 Thread Scott Calhoun
The Sam Hillborne is sold. Thanks for all the interest. On Wednesday, January 27, 2021 at 5:58:08 PM UTC-7 Robert Blunt wrote: > I just pm'd you. > -Robert Blunt > Pennington, NJ > On Wed, Jan 27, 2021, 7:33 PM Scott Calhoun wrote: > >> [image: IMG_0149.jpg]I'm selling

Re: [RBW] Re: To the person to whom I gave the old single pivot Dura Ace brakes: I found the QR barrel adjusters

2021-01-18 Thread Scott Calhoun
so thank > you. > > > > On Jan 18, 2021, at 11:06, Scott Calhoun wrote: > > Patrick, > > Your subject line reminds me of the William Carlos Williams poem: This is > just to say > > Here is the ibob version: > This is just to say > > That I hav

[RBW] Re: To the person to whom I gave the old single pivot Dura Ace brakes: I found the QR barrel adjusters

2021-01-18 Thread Scott Calhoun
Patrick, Your subject line reminds me of the William Carlos Williams poem: This is just to say Here is the ibob version: This is just to say That I have discovered the barrel adjusters that were missing on the dura ace brakeset I sold you Which you probably have been searching for in vain

[RBW] Re: In Praise of the Roadini

2021-01-04 Thread Scott Calhoun
IME, my most confidence inspiring bikes on fast downhills have all had longish chainstays (43-45cm) same as the Roadinis. I've not ridden a Roadini, but my Ram had that great confidence inspiring handling around curves. My Quickbeam is similar. Roadini Curious in Tucson On Sunday, April 12,

Re: [RBW] Re: ROADUNO - a new singlespeed!

2020-12-14 Thread Scott Calhoun
My Quickbeam is spaced to 130mm and I use the Surly cassette spacer and cog kit to get a perfect chainline. I like the 130 spacing as I can use any of my road wheels. Also, I run 43mm Gravel Kings on my QB no problem. I consider the geometry on my QB near perfect as an all around road bike, and

[RBW] Re: FS: 62 CM Hunqapillar and other goodies.

2020-08-31 Thread Scott Calhoun
Really great frame and GLWS. This line in your post made me laugh, "I dripped some shellac on one of the downtubes" So many downtubes to drip on! haha. Scott On Monday, August 31, 2020 at 3:15:59 PM UTC-7 Zack wrote: > [image: IMG_1898.jpg] > [image: IMG_1899.jpg] > On Monday, August 31,

[RBW] Re: WTB: 63cm Roadeo

2020-08-26 Thread Scott Calhoun
Hi Tom, Thanks for the info--I sent you a message with my email. Scott On Wednesday, August 26, 2020 at 9:40:57 AM UTC-7, tdusky wrote: > > Hi Scott > Not sure if you have found what you are looking for yet. > I have a 63cm Rivendell custom Long Low built in 2001 by Joe Stark, I > would be

Re: [RBW] Pre-owned Roadeos - expected cost - complete

2020-08-08 Thread Scott Calhoun
That WTB was mine. No luck yet. -- 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

[RBW] WTB: 63cm Roadeo

2020-08-02 Thread Scott Calhoun
Thanks for the offer Bo—but although the Redwoods are really nice—I’m wanting the lighter tubes on the Roadeo -- 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

[RBW] WTB: 63cm Roadeo

2020-07-31 Thread Scott Calhoun
I posted this WTB awhile back but thought I’d try again. I’d prefer just a frameset, but might consider a complete. Can have plenty of beauage or be closer to new. Anyone will a 63cm Roadeo thinking of selling? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW

[RBW] Blog post about my Blériot

2020-07-30 Thread Scott Calhoun
That’s a really great review Aaron—I enjoyed it. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To view this

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

2020-07-22 Thread Scott Calhoun
I also ride a 64cm QB. My saddle height is 81.5cm and I’m 6’2.5” tall. It is on the big side when compared to some of my racy frames but fits great and I love the ride. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from

[RBW] Re: Golden Pliers Roadini Raffle

2020-06-08 Thread Scott Calhoun
Looks like they were north of 10k before the weekend started. On Friday, June 5, 2020 at 11:29:23 AM UTC-7, Matt Beecher wrote: > > Thanks for the info. I bought 2 tickets. > > Best regards, > Matt Beecher > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW

[RBW] Re: Cameras for Biking

2020-06-08 Thread Scott Calhoun
are less rough on your cameras, this might not be a problem, but for me, the odds of some peanut shell or oatmeal duff getting lodged in that lens cover mechanicism has proven high. Scott On Monday, June 8, 2020 at 8:38:55 AM UTC-7, Scott Calhoun wrote: > > I really like compact mirrorless c

[RBW] Re: Cameras for Biking

2020-06-08 Thread Scott Calhoun
I really like compact mirrorless cameras, and currently use a Panasonic Lumix GM5. At the time I bought it a few years ago, it was the smallest interchangeable lens mirrorless camera on the market (bar of soap size body). It has a solid feeling mostly metal body and the quality of construction

[RBW] Golden Pliers Roadini Raffle

2020-06-05 Thread Scott Calhoun
The good folks at Golden Pliers in Portland, in collaboration with Rivendell, are raffling off a Roadini in support of some solid social justice causes. You can see their post on @goldenpliers on Instagram, or at https://www.goldenpliers.com/raffle Scott Calhoun Tucson, AZ USA -- You

Re: [RBW] Help Pimp My Quickbeam

2020-05-26 Thread Scott Calhoun
Good to know, I was wondering if I'll be able to use all four potential gears. I ordered a 135bcd 46t ring for my crankset in addition to the 39t ring I had. I also have Surly 18 and 21t cassette cogs on the way for the rear. Other than a few parts taking god's own time to ship--my build is

[RBW] Re: Help Pimp My Quickbeam

2020-05-21 Thread Scott Calhoun
ide pace is > when I get there. > > > Enjoy the ride! Stay well! > > Wally > > > > > > > On Wednesday, May 20, 2020 at 9:00:05 PM UTC-4, Scott Calhoun wrote: >> >> And by pimp I mean, "make into a functional and kinda handsome bicycle." &g

[RBW] Re: Help Pimp My Quickbeam

2020-05-21 Thread Scott Calhoun
Thanks Drew, That is helpful to know what the QBs shipped with. I'm wondering now if I should abandon the Campy crank idea and try to find a Sugino like the OEM spec. Riv doesn't offer a 32-40 sets currently. The closest thing they have is the 30-42 clipper, and it is only available in black

Re: [RBW] Re: Help Pimp My Quickbeam

2020-05-21 Thread Scott Calhoun
arradice bagman and swift zeitgeist under the saddle and > that works for my work/gym stuff. > > I also recommend honjos — they look awful nice on the silver QB... > > You have a darn nice bike there! > > Sent from my iPhone > > On May 20, 2020, at 9:05 PM, Scott Calhoun >

[RBW] Re: Help Pimp My Quickbeam

2020-05-21 Thread Scott Calhoun
Thanks for all the thoughtful replies and excellent QB photos. Ginz--I'm leaning toward NOT re-spacing the frame back to 120mm. I don't care about riding fixed (on this bike) and nd, I have more 130mm wheelsets that will work at the ready. I'll just buy that Surly spacer kit. I like the sound

[RBW] Re: Help Pimp My Quickbeam

2020-05-20 Thread Scott Calhoun
[image: IMG_6143.jpg] [image: IMG_6142.jpg] On Wednesday, May 20, 2020 at 6:00:05 PM UTC-7, Scott Calhoun wrote: > > And by pimp I mean, "make into a functional and kinda handsome bicycle." I > always wanted a Quickbeam, and I've just missed a few for sale here. Last >

[RBW] Help Pimp My Quickbeam

2020-05-20 Thread Scott Calhoun
? 16t, 17t? - Tell me about basket life? I've mostly done rando bag set ups, but maybe one of those Wald racer baskets on this? What do you put in the basket to keep your sh** from falling through the holes? So many choices for such a "simple" bike, right? Scott Calhoun

Re: [RBW] WTB: Nitto 32f front rack

2020-05-17 Thread Scott Calhoun
Perfect— I’ll take It, You can email me at sc...@zonagardens.com -- 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] WTB: Nitto 32f front rack

2020-05-16 Thread Scott Calhoun
I’ve got a QB incoming and need this rack. Let me know if any of y’all have one kicking around. Scott -- 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] Roadeo - The Final Rivendell Edition

2020-04-27 Thread Scott Calhoun
Looks great—built up nicely. -- 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

[RBW] Re: Pedal Strikes when Turning

2020-04-15 Thread Scott Calhoun
or other lower profile pedals. On my Ram, I used to pedal through corners all the time without issue. That said, I wasn't leaning into corners anywhere near as aggressively as I used to in a Crit. Scott Calhoun On Wednesday, April 15, 2020 at 12:15:10 PM UTC-7, James / Analog Cycles wrote: > >

[RBW] Re: Why I went Tubeless

2020-04-15 Thread Scott Calhoun
be interesting in the differences between setting up wider rim tire combos and road 28-32mm tires that are run at higher pressures. So far, I've only set up my fatter >38mm tire bikes. But, I'm about to set up a regular-ass road bike wheelset with 28mm Conti 5000TL tires. Scott Calhoun On Wednes

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

2020-03-18 Thread Scott Calhoun
rides. Riding solo is risk mitigation. Keeping out of the emergency room helps everybody at least as much as social distancing. Scott Calhoun Tucson, AZ On Monday, March 16, 2020 at 4:21:11 PM UTC-7, Deacon Patrick wrote: > > People really appreciate the bell on the trail, even mor

[RBW] Re: Appaloosa Presale

2020-01-29 Thread Scott Calhoun
Point taken Jack—if I lived in Seattle, I might feel differently about dryers. -- 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: Appaloosa Presale

2020-01-28 Thread Scott Calhoun
OK more laundry stuff. One of the reasons it’s easier for Europeans to not have dryers, is that the compact frontloading washers they use have super high RPM spin cycles. When we returned back and needed a new washer we found a scratch and dent Electrolux compact with a spin cycle of 1400 RPM.

[RBW] Re: Appaloosa Presale

2020-01-28 Thread Scott Calhoun
After a couple of trips to Spain the last few years, where nobody has a dryer, my wife and I decided we didn’t need a clothes dryer and ditched ours. Really, it’s the right choice for the planet—you can feel very good about your Appaloosa now. Ha ha -- You received this message because you

[RBW] Re: New ROADEO

2020-01-16 Thread Scott Calhoun
Bill's BMC Monstercross really excels at being a Monstercross bike. I got a good chuckle out of his 9+ rating for it. Scott On Thursday, January 16, 2020 at 9:54:38 AM UTC-7, Bill Lindsay wrote: > > John W, > > It really depends on what you are asking. Where I put a bike in my stable > is

[RBW] Re: New ROADEO

2020-01-15 Thread Scott Calhoun
Mike, That is pretty high praise for the BMC road frame seeing that you could buy 4.66 new BMC road frames for the price of one Roadeo. I know, MUSA, Rivendell lugs, Mark Nobilette, all add to the gloriousness of the Roadeo, but... Scott "who wanted buy Mike's 62cm BMC road before he changed

[RBW] Re: New ROADEO

2020-01-15 Thread Scott Calhoun
Bill, I think this is a smart way to explain the differences between the bikes: "On the Roadeo and on the Black Mountain Road, I feel a little bit weird if I'm not wearing racing kit. On the Leo, I felt a little bit weird if I was wearing racing kit." For me, another way of thinking about

[RBW] Re: New ROADEO

2020-01-10 Thread Scott Calhoun
Yes please, link to the photo! I can’t seem to find the photo on Rivs site. -- 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: New ROADEO

2020-01-10 Thread Scott Calhoun
I don’t like the price of the RH crankset, but if you want an 11 speed compatibility, 177mm arms, a very narrow Q factor in a subcompact double (I’ve run 30/46 and 32/48), there are no other options that I know of. IMO the RH style looks perfect for a Roadeo. If you can live with 170, 175

[RBW] WTB: 63cm Roadeo or 62cm Legolas

2019-12-27 Thread Scott Calhoun
condition not super important, so long as they are functionally sound. Contact me off-list. Scott Calhoun Tucson, AZ USA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails fro

[RBW] Re: FS 64cm Rambouillet $900 plus shipping

2019-05-21 Thread Scott Calhoun
Ram is SOLD pending payment. Thanks for all the interest. Scott On Tuesday, May 21, 2019 at 8:30:03 AM UTC-7, Scott Calhoun wrote: > > I’m letting go of my well-loved Ram to help fund a bike tour with my > daughter in Spain this summer. > > Frame has been well used—I climbed e

Re: [RBW] Big 'Un, and flooding, minor

2019-05-21 Thread Scott Calhoun
95 percent sure that is a gopher snake and not a rattler. I had one as a pet as a boy. Also, I see several rattler species here frequently (and gopher snakes) and this doesn't look like a rattler. See image here: https://www.flickr.com/photos/42389547@N00/3081243186 Scott Calhoun Tucson, AZ

[RBW] FS 64cm Rambouillet $900 plus shipping

2019-05-21 Thread Scott Calhoun
noodles Cro-mo seatpost (not sure of brand) Mavic Open Pro SUP 32hole rims Jack Brown 33.5mm tires (clearance for at least 35mm) Diacompe 610 Centerpull brakes with newer Koolstop salmon pads. No saddle or pedals Scott Calhoun Tucson, AZ -- You received this message because you are subscribed

[RBW] Re: Seeking wisdom of 29+ bikepacking vs. 2.1”

2019-01-20 Thread Scott Calhoun
for plus bikes seem more lively and responsive. Scott Calhoun Tucson, AZ USA On Friday, January 18, 2019 at 7:15:06 PM UTC-7, Deacon Patrick wrote: > > Thank you all for the input. You’ve helped me tremendiously. I will be > practicing contentment and continue to delight in rid

[RBW] Re: What epoch of Rivster are you?

2018-10-22 Thread Scott Calhoun
ve my luck. I test rode it with in the parking lot, and it was love at first pedal stroke. I climbed most of the high mountain roads in Arizona on it this summer, and it never let me down. Lively, predictable, comfortable, and just plain fun to ride. Scott Calhoun Tucson, AZ On Wednesday, Se

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

2018-06-15 Thread Scott Calhoun
Jackie O. Lope then. Or Beryl Burton. On Monday, June 11, 2018 at 9:34:09 PM UTC-7, Justin, Oakland wrote: > > If Grant reads this: please pick a woman’s name for the MTB. Perhaps even > a non-WASPy woman’s name. It’s be a welcome change and I’d love to shred on > a Ellie Fant, Hilda Clime,

[RBW] Re: Ride Report--La Ruta Loca 200k

2018-06-13 Thread Scott Calhoun
Bill, I'm impressed with the Ruta Loca route: 13k of climbing over 125miles--it is like the Eroica California Heroic route with an extra 4k of climbing. Also, I really enjoyed your recap, the video, and especially the soundtrack. La Ruta Loca is now officially on my list. Thanks for sharing.

[RBW] Re: Big Payoff--Californa State Mountain Bike Championships

2018-05-21 Thread Scott Calhoun
What a great day. and story Congratulations Bill. Reading this, I kind of want to see the movie. Any idea when it will be out:) Scott "who sadly grew up before there were High School cycling leagues" Calhoun Tucson, AZ On Monday, May 21, 2018 at 8:13:13 AM UTC-7, Bill Lindsay wrote: > > As

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

2018-05-05 Thread Scott Calhoun
I vote for Jacqueloupe. It is funny, western, mythical (some claim...), and a chimera rather than a person. I can already picture the headtube badge. Scott Calhoun Tucson, AZ USA On Thursday, May 3, 2018 at 9:39:08 PM UTC-7, jbu...@gmail.com wrote: > > Jacquieloupe > > On 5/3/18,

[RBW] Re: Wanted: 650b Rear Wheel, or Advice on Which to Buy

2017-09-23 Thread Scott Calhoun
, but I did touch it up and it looks good and strong. For the record, I have another set of 650b velocity 28 holes that I've put through the ringer and they've held up like champs. I'm 175lbs mas o menos, mas during oktoberfest. Scott Calhoun Tucson, AZ On Saturday, September 23, 2017 at 12:17

[RBW] WTB: Nitto 32F Campee Front Rack

2017-09-14 Thread Scott Calhoun
Looking for one of these racks. This is the mini front rack version of the campee, as seen here: https://www.rivbike.com/collections/racks/products/nitto-mini-front-rack-32f-20020 I'm hoping for one without the front tab. Contact me off list if you've got one you want to part with. Scott

[RBW] Re: Hitch rack recommendations?

2017-08-15 Thread Scott Calhoun
For several years, I've had the Thule Doulbletrack Rack that I think is a generation earlier that the one you are inquiring about. I think you can still buy it new here:

Re: [RBW] Re: PBP Training Weekend

2015-07-23 Thread Scott Calhoun
Love the photos (and that Singer!). It looks like you had a great ride. Looking forward to seeing your PBP photos. PBP is on my list for 2019. Allez! Andiamo! Andale! Scott in Tucson On Tuesday, July 21, 2015 at 1:54:58 PM UTC-7, Eric Norris wrote: Heck, once you’ve made it to Mendocino, Ft

[RBW] Re: L'Eroica California (Oh how I wish I went)

2015-04-29 Thread Scott Calhoun
, company, and food. Wes did a great job IMO. I'm also itching to do the Japan Eroica. I rode with the Japanese organizers for a bit in California and I have a 1973 Fuji Finest that is ready to ride around Mt. Fuji. Scott Calhoun Tucson, AZ On Tuesday, April 14, 2015 at 8:34:38 PM UTC-7, Tom

[RBW] Re: Yet _even more_ travel coffee questions!

2014-11-27 Thread Scott Calhoun
I find the AeroPress superb for bicycle/travel coffee. All of the pour overs I've tried don't keep the coffee hot enough for in the field use. I do wish the AeroPress came in a non-plastic version, but I honestly can't taste even a hint of plastic and the tiny paper filters are great and

Re: [RBW] Re: HIgh hopes on ebay

2014-11-12 Thread Scott Calhoun
I was working in Colorado this last summer and stopped into Pro's Closet. It is a clean little set up with tons of parts gleaned from ex-pros and the Boulder industry people. It's rumored they are working on a bike museum as well. It is located in a nondescript light industrial warehouse on the

[RBW] Re: El Tour de Tucson

2014-11-04 Thread Scott Calhoun
I've obviously mistaken you for a local orange Hillborne rider. Well, you should have fun here. Last year the weather was atrocious, pissing rain all day, but that was quite an anomaly. Have fun. If you want to do any other riding while your here send me a message off-list. Scott Calhoun

[RBW] Re: Wheel Stabilizer or no?

2014-11-04 Thread Scott Calhoun
with blakcloud that the clamp around the frame on the VO is ugly, I wish I had the braze-on on the down tube. Scott Calhoun Tucson, AZ On Friday, October 31, 2014 6:19:29 PM UTC-7, blakcloud wrote: My first foray into a stabilizer was the Velo Orange one. It worked reasonably well but you still had

[RBW] Re: Water (bottle) Retention

2014-11-04 Thread Scott Calhoun
Kanteen in. Here is a photo of the set up I used for a bike packing tour earlier this year. The Profiles definitely aren't as pretty as the Iris, but they take more rough use IMO. Scott Calhoun Tucson, AZ On Tuesday, November 4, 2014 6:40:12 AM UTC-7, WETH wrote: Patrick, I have used the 27oz

[RBW] Re: El Tour de Tucson

2014-10-31 Thread Scott Calhoun
Which distance are you doing? I've committed to volunteer at Cyclovia on Sunday, then I'm riding the El Grupo Gran Fondo the week before El Tour. I think I remember your orange Hillborne from a Cyclovia a few years back. You let me take if for a spin. Beautiful bicycle. Scott Calhoun Tucson

[RBW] Re: These ones go to 11, again

2014-10-23 Thread Scott Calhoun
and they have held up well. I tend to pick them up at swaps where pro mtb riders are jettisoning extra stuff. I've scored 3 of them for around 40/each. They are on sale now for $189 at Outside Outfitters. Scott Calhoun Tucson, AZ On Tuesday, October 21, 2014 10:17:13 PM UTC-7, Jim Bronson wrote

[RBW] Re: Dyno light recommendation

2014-10-04 Thread Scott Calhoun
candidate for USB lights. I'm not. Scott Calhoun Tucson, AZ On Friday, October 3, 2014 10:56:16 PM UTC-7, hangtownmatt wrote: Wayne, I'd like to add a third reason: 3. They are not user serviceable. Here's what I found on the Shutter Precision FAQ: *How often do SP hub dynamos require

Re: [RBW] Re: Microshift thumbies?

2014-09-26 Thread Scott Calhoun
happily put the Microshift thumb shifters on any all-arounder or city bike without hesitation. Maybe approaching 50, my thumbs aren't what they used to be. Suggestions for strengthening my thumbs? Perhaps mounting tires on A23 rims each night? Scott Calhoun Tucson, Arizona On Wednesday

[RBW] FS: 57cm Velo Orange Campeur; 54cm Moser Leader AX; 16.5 Breezer Lightening

2014-09-22 Thread Scott Calhoun
more steel frames and some Campy 9 and 10speed components early next week. Please respond off-list. Thanks, Scott Calhoun Tucson, Arizona -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving

Re: [RBW] FS: 57cm Velo Orange Campeur, 59cm Surly Steamroller; 54cm Moser Leader AX, 16.5 Breezer Lightening

2014-09-22 Thread Scott Calhoun
to ride together before she moved... On Friday, September 19, 2014 10:59:00 AM UTC-7, Peter M wrote: Great bikes, I love the Breezer! Only 3 sizes too small, haha! On Sep 19, 2014 1:56 PM, Scott Calhoun sc...@zonagardens.com javascript: wrote: At my spouses gentle, and not so gentle urging

[RBW] FS: 57cm Velo Orange Campeur, 59cm Surly Steamroller; 54cm Moser Leader AX, 16.5 Breezer Lightening

2014-09-19 Thread Scott Calhoun
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[RBW] Rivish Parts for Sale Update

2012-08-14 Thread Scott Calhoun
Thanks for the great response. Many items have sold quickly. I took a big stack of boxes to the post office today. I think my prices are pretty fair, considering I'm including shipping on most things, but If there is something you see that you are interested in (especially the frames), feel

[RBW] Re: Rivish Parts For Sale

2012-08-13 Thread Scott Calhoun
Update: Sugino XD2 Triple SOLD IRD Alpina-D SOLD Paul Thumbies SOLD On Sunday, August 12, 2012 12:00:49 PM UTC-7, Scott Calhoun wrote: A dead air conditioner, dying water heater, and a kid's college tuition have conspired to make me let go of some frames and parts I've been collecting

[RBW] Rivish Parts For Sale

2012-08-12 Thread Scott Calhoun
A dead air conditioner, dying water heater, and a kid's college tuition have conspired to make me let go of some frames and parts I've been collecting and holding onto for bike building projects. My spouse somehow feels that cool indoor air and hot water are more important than my bicycle

[RBW] Re: Interesting blog entry (and comments/replies) from Jan Heine's blog

2012-08-08 Thread Scott Calhoun
a bike that does that too. And it is thoroughly modern in nearly every way. Scott Calhoun Tucson, Arizona On Monday, August 6, 2012 11:00:33 AM UTC-7, Jim Cloud wrote: I'm in agreement with Jim Thill and Robert Zeidler on this. There's been an interesting thread going on the Classics