[RBW] Re: FS -looong winter storm list

2024-01-19 Thread richdpow...@gmail.com
(x-posted riv/ibob) Thank you to everyone who bought an item or two. Everything has been mailed. I've added a few minor items. I’ve reduced some prices and included postage/shipping for many. Please get in touch with me off-list with any questions. RichDPowers at Gmail.com Rich- Waiting

[RBW] Re: FS -looong winter storm list

2024-01-16 Thread richdpow...@gmail.com
Tortilla soup? I vote that recipe exchanges are on-topic! In this weather, it is about survival with soup. :-) Serious note: is that an Albatross bar on the Viner? -Rich, Colder than it should be in Iowa. On Tuesday, January 16, 2024 at 11:14:39 AM UTC-6 Ron Mc wrote: Make tortilla soup,

Re: [RBW] WTB 650b conversion parts for Riv Road Standard

2023-05-10 Thread richdpow...@gmail.com
Looks great!! On Tuesday, May 9, 2023 at 10:46:45 AM UTC-5 pi...@gmail.com wrote: > Low BBs ride better, especially on descents. Does your knee hit the > feedbag on the bars when you switch between sitting and standing? I > discovered mine does on my Roadini, and I now mount it on the other

[RBW] Re: FS 650b and 700c Shimano/Velocity Atlas wheelsets (x-posted ibob)

2023-05-03 Thread richdpow...@gmail.com
7ooc wheel set still available!! 650b’s SOLD. On Monday, May 1, 2023 at 10:56:15 PM UTC-5 richdpow...@gmail.com wrote: Both sets are new & professionally built. Proceeds going to the local co-op sponsoring our wheel-building course. BOTH prices include shipping. Pictures at: https://go

[RBW] Re: Brooks B17 repair

2023-04-27 Thread richdpow...@gmail.com
Simon Firth is a super nice guy with a lot of brooks and frame building experience. That is where I’d send it. He was a Bilenky builder for a number of years. I believe he is also from London, so you know, he has that in his corner!

[RBW] Re: Hozan Bottom Bracket Tapping Tool

2023-03-23 Thread richdpow...@gmail.com
How bad is it? Where are you located? Easier to get it done by a person who high quality taps and has done it a lot. Cheap taps are generally not worthwhile. If you are anywhere near Iowa, I’d do it for a coffee or maybe a craft beer! Some shops may have the better taps, but not the skill to

[RBW] FS Velocity Atlas 650b Wheelset

2023-03-18 Thread richdpow...@gmail.com
New Velocity Atlas 650b Wheelset 32-hole Sapim Race DB 2.0-1.8-2.0 silver spokes, brass nipples. Deore rear hub (135 mm) 8, 9, 10 Speed, Shimano 400 front, both black. Note rims have a few small blemishes. The marks by the eyelets are minor, but there, thus the discount. Professionally built,

[RBW] FS Custom 650b wheelset

2023-02-15 Thread richdpow...@gmail.com
Cross-posted to Ibob Velocity Atlas wheel set 650b 32-hole Sapim Race DB 2.0-1.8-2.0 silver spokes, brass nipples. Deore rear hub (135 mm) 8, 9, 10 Speed Shimano 400 front, both black. Note rims have a few small blemishes. Pictures of marks are available. The marks are minor and you might

Re: [RBW] FS 26" Wheelset $115 shipped

2021-05-11 Thread richdpow...@gmail.com
SOLD!! THx to those who contacted me On Tuesday, May 11, 2021 at 1:40:26 PM UTC-5 Patrick Moore wrote: > For those of you who want a road-ish wheelset for a 26" wheel bike, this > is a very good wheelset for the price, particularly since narrow 26" rims > are sparse on planet earth. > > If I

[RBW] Re: In Praise of Park Tools

2021-03-22 Thread richdpow...@gmail.com
I've used Park tools for close to 40 years. ( I know, getting older!) I've contacted Park about three things over the years and each time they went above and beyond to help resolve the issue. Two were warranty items and the other was a missing part to a new truing stand. In each case, I felt

[RBW] Re: Wheelbuilding advice: spoke gauge? symmetrical rim?

2014-02-07 Thread richdpow...@gmail.com
Tim, I'm a bit late to the party- but I'll add my 2 cents anyway! The old phil hubs you plan on using are bomb proof. I love how they are field serviceable with two allen keys. I'm not sure you would ever need to do so- it is neat that you can. As good or better than any other cassette in

[RBW] Re: FS: XL Salsa Casseroll road bike, $750. Poor man's Ram/Rom/Roadeo/San Marcos!

2014-01-19 Thread richdpow...@gmail.com
I really love this bike. Longer each brakes with plenty of room for a smart tire size. I have become a fan of the sloping tube as well. It is a a great combo of speed and practicality. IMHO a cheap man's Rodeo. OK- not the flash-but it rides very well and for a fraction of the cost. I also

Re: [RBW] Bike Travel - Share your thoughts

2014-01-19 Thread richdpow...@gmail.com
I want to throw out four options. They are: SS, Bike Friday, Brompton and rentals. I'm a small builder- for about the last 22 years and one of the early installers of SS couplers starting in 1995 or so. I share that only for the purpose of explaining that I've been though over 100 retro's

[RBW] Re: ISO large **non saddlebag loop** seat wedge big enough to carry a 1 qt water container + a 20 oz water bottle.

2013-07-01 Thread richdpow...@gmail.com
I like the Jandd option- might not be large enough for you? Quick- easy on- shock cords down to the drops- expandable and made in the US of A! What is not to like? http://www.jandd.com/detail.asp?PRODUCT_ID=FMW3 *Specifications:* Volume: (Closed) 368 ci/ 6 ltr (Expanded) 456 ci/

[RBW] Re: In praise of gloves

2012-08-05 Thread richdpow...@gmail.com
I was reminded how important it is to have gloves the other night. I took my 7 yo son and 12 yo daughter on an off-road ride (in the scenic George Wyth park in Cedar Falls, IA for those who care) In any case, my son went down and one hand was covered with about 10 really nasty slivers.