Re: [RBW] Stolen 1995 Rivendell Road Standard recovered!

Great news. On Mon, Nov 6, 2023, 2:07 PM Adrianna T wrote: > Hi all, > > Just thought to share the good news. A few months ago, my Riv was stolen > from my garage in San Francisco. I got it back this week. > > The gist of the story was that a bike person in my community came across > this bike,

Re: [RBW] New Frame Day

Happy new frame day. So much fun planning and anticipating the bicycle. Enjoy, Curtis On Sat, Dec 9, 2023, 7:23 PM Linda G wrote: > I just unpacked my 50 cm Sergio green Platypus. Gorgeous frame. I love the > color and am already planning my overall color scheme. So far: Honey Brooks > B67-S,

[RBW] Will Cliffhangers leave me hanging?

Hello, Looking for some Cliffhanger wisdom. It seems that I am having a good amount of trouble mounting Schwalbe Marathons on my Cliffhangers. So much so that I worry about a tire change in the field, such as the Oregon Outback, and been stranded. I am now carrying a large screwdriver to get th

Re: [RBW] Re: NorCal Cycling

Philip just may have something there. https://local.safeway.com/safeway/ca.html Curtis "Who occasionally shops at Safeway" On Tue, Dec 20, 2022, 2:01 PM Philip Williamson wrote: > If you have a Safeway, you're in Northern California. > If you've got a Vons, you're in SoCal. > > Philip > Sonoma

Re: [RBW] Where is there a good source for colored twine ?

Hello Kim, I have navigated away from using hemp twine. Take a look at the Maine Thread site (https://mainethread.com/). Maine Thread offers a variety of threads, cords and twine in a spectrum of colors, diameters and materials. They even have a raspberry for those folks that have a raspberry col

Re: [RBW] A College Clem

Our children both had their bicycles stolen. One child had two bicycles taken. They were hurt even though the bicycles were "beater" bicycles as they liked the cheap bicycles. Save the Clem for when the child is at home and so he will come home to ride the Clem. The child will be expanding their

Re: [RBW] Re: A College Clem

If this is a question of bicycle happiness level (BHL)for a first year college student we may be spending more energy on this than we should. Difficult to judge the BHL for an 18 y.o. when we are looking at this through our rose or not so rose colored glasses. Who is to say the student on the 100

Re: [RBW] Snake-in-a-bike

Great save! On Sat, May 11, 2024, 1:41 PM Matthew Williams < matthewwilliamsdes...@gmail.com> wrote: > On a ride a while back, I stopped for lunch under an oak tree and heard > rustling in the leaves at the edge of the path. This poor little guy was > caught in a nylon erosion net. He hissed angr

Re: [RBW] Re: Sam Hillbornes Go Live Tomorrow

Hi, Sell the Homer and get a green Sam. If you are even considering selling the Homer, then that is the way to go. Avoid future disappointment and regret by getting the green Sam. One person's opion. Peace, Curtis On Wed, May 15, 2024, 10:49 AM Donzaemon wrote: > I’m contemplating pulling

[RBW] Not that we need a reason.

I found this interesting. Please enjoy your day. https://www.npr.org/sections/health-shots/2024/05/20/1251561467/biking-knee-pain-longevity-arthritis Peace, Curtis -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this

Re: [RBW] Custom frame bag for Gus

Great looking bag and smart! On Wed, Feb 22, 2023, 7:15 AM Brian Turner wrote: > Photos here: > https://photos.app.goo.gl/Jr243dfSx6YUyDiL7 > > Ever since taking ownership of my Gus last Fall, I had designs on having a > custom frame bag made for the space behind the seat tube on the frame. I >

Re: [RBW] Re: Horses and Donkeys

Here you go. On Mon, Jul 22, 2024, 6:50 PM Leah Peterson wrote: > Is a burro prettier? Better teeth, perhaps? Donkey teeth is an insult, > probably. I can be a burro. > Sent from my iPhone > > On Jul 22, 2024, at 2:00 PM, Bill Lindsay wrote: > > Leah > > You've got more of a burro vibe, in

Re: [RBW] WTB: 66 or 68cm Quickbeam frame set

Hello Birdman, Please tell Bob hello from #16. Curtis El Cajon, CA On Wed, Apr 15, 2020, 4:46 PM Birdman wrote: > Thanks Kurt and Julian, I’m meeting with Bob on Friday. > Best, > Isaac > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups > "RBW Owners Bunch" grou

Re: [RBW] Re: Camping bikes

James, Needed to add good friends. But not always. A solo overnight is good for the sole. Curtis On Mon, Apr 20, 2020, 9:01 AM James / Analog Cycles wrote: > Should have added: Low gears for exploring, wide tires for taking the > road less traveled, fenders if it's gross out, good tool kit,

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

My kind of pbh! Curtis El Cajon "Who enjoys his 69 cm Bantam" On Thu, Apr 30, 2020, 4:24 PM John Rinker wrote: > What kind of a PBH would one have to have in order to fit a 67-69cm AHH? > That looks like a big bike! > > Cheers. > > On Thursday, April 30, 2020 at 2:31:06 PM UTC-7, Jimmy Warren w

Re: [RBW] Mercian Vincitore

Cool bicycle. Color and head tube are amazing. Enjoy, Curtis On Fri, May 1, 2020, 3:47 PM ANDREW ALLEN ERMAN wrote: > Hi you all. I thought I would share some pictures of a favorite bike of > mine. I bought the bike many years ago because I loved the way it looked. > Please note the tall he

Re: [RBW] Re: daily post ur riv

Welcome and thst is a beautiful bicycle. Are those 650B tires? (Just kidding.) Curtid On Tue, May 19, 2020, 5:12 PM Irving wrote: > dang, longtime RBW reader, first time poster in this thread. wanted to > change things up on my chunkypillar, so i took off the fenders and front > (pass and stow

Re: [RBW] To My Platypus People!

The following is fun with words starting with the letter p. Nothing is implied, hinted or intended here. Might just be phenomenal Platypus plant plan that payed off. Curtis On Sat, Apr 3, 2021, 5:10 PM Joe Bernard wrote: > "I had no idea there were so many parched throats among the multitu

Re: [RBW] Bike route Pt Reyes area?

Hopping on the Cross Marin Bicycle trail at Samuel P Taylor State Park is fun. You can ride a few miles along the stream and read about some of the history of the area. Enjoy, Curtis On Sat, Feb 19, 2022, 11:40 AM wrote: > Short notice but I am looking to take the family riding in the Point R

Re: [RBW] Re: Club Rides On A Racing Platypus

Toshi it sounds like you are describing a Type 2 activity. https://goeast.ems.com/three-types-of-fun/ Peace Curtis On Thu, Jun 2, 2022, 8:47 AM Toshi Takeuchi wrote: > Hi Leah, > > Congrats on your Clem ride (I would have been lying on the asphalt going > over 180 bpm!). Do you think it was m

Re: [RBW] Re: Your cyclist vs. motorist war/horror stories

Please be very cautious when choosing to engage with drivers. Only they know what lurks in their minds at that moment. Curtis Yielding to a 3000 pound mass of steel is a wise decision. On Sun, Oct 9, 2022, 2:59 PM Joe Bernard wrote: > I moved this year and there's a 55mph 4-lane highway I use

Re: [RBW] Ride suggestions for San Diego area

Hello Mike, Welcome to San Diego. The Laguna Mountains east of us offer some nice dirt roads and trails. A bit closer is Mission Trails Park which has some roads/trails that might be more geared for mountain bikes. Check out both places online. Ride well, Curtis El Cajon On Thu, Dec 10, 2020,

[RBW] Enjoy

Hello All, I hope that you and yours will find happiness and fulfillment in your daily life. Peace, Curtis -- 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] Frame has been FOUND!

Good you had a positive outcome. Time to build up that bicycle! On Wed, Jan 27, 2021, 10:13 AM Jan O. wrote: > The frame has been located. It had been moved, without knowledge, to a > different storage location. It was a genuine mistake and all is good now. > > Jan > > -- > You received this me

Re: [RBW] Wool bandanas?

Hi, This one may tick a few of your boxes. I have no experience with this item. https://www.woolsleepingbag.com/product/merino-bandana/ Enjoy, Curtis On Tue, Feb 2, 2021, 11:29 AM Eric Marth wrote: > Anyone out there know of a maker or vendor of wool bandanas? I'm talking > about 20x20" squa

Re: [RBW] Re: A Raspberry Racing Platypus and a QuickGrilver Clem Vs.A Roadie on Killer Hill

Could be called a paddle. On Mon, Mar 15, 2021, 8:32 PM Leah Peterson wrote: > You guys are funnier than I am. > > Baby Bear needs a racing Platypus, don’t you think? That green one might > do the trick - we need a catchy name. We’ll wait at the bottom of Killer > Hill for roadies to appear and

Re: [RBW] Stolen 50cm Betty Foy

This is painful to hear. Will keep a eye out for you in the East County. Take care, Curtis El Cajon On Sat, Oct 2, 2021, 10:10 AM Amy DeVaudreuil wrote: > My beautiful Betty Foy bicycle was stolen from my garage last night. I am > filing a police report and monitoring local (San Diego) craigs

Re: [RBW] Stolen 50cm Betty Foy

Wonderful! On Wed, Oct 6, 2021, 12:31 PM esoterica etc wrote: > > Hooray, that's fantastic news! So glad to hear you were reunited with your > Riv! Best news I've read all day. Cheers, > > ~Mark > Raleigh, NC > > > On Oct 6, 2021, at 15:25, Amy DeVaudreuil > wrote: > > Just wanted to report th

Re: [RBW] Adventure Novels

The Endurance by Alfred Lansing. Curtis El Cajon, CA On Sun, Oct 24, 2021, 8:57 PM 'steve bishop' via RBW Owners Bunch < rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com> wrote: > Hi > > Steve (UK) here. > > Touching the Void by Joe Simpson (non-fiction) > > The film is gripping, true to the story and very rea

Re: [RBW] first century tomorrow - any last minute tips?

Ride steady with plenty of liquid and food breaks. Have not taken my AHH on a century. Best of luck and take pictures. On Friday, August 16, 2013, NWAJack wrote: > I'm up in Joplin for my first Century ever. Will be riding Jenny the AHH > warrior bike with handlebar bags and all. Going to wea

Re: [RBW] Calling all SoCal Rivsters S240 August 23rd anyone? See details below.

Hi all, I may missed the posting about food. Are we planning to cook food in camp? Or will we support the local economy and eat out? Just need to know what to bring. Thanks. Looking forward to next Friday and Saturday. Peace On Saturday, August 17, 2013, Hugh Smitham wrote: > Tom, > > I ho

Re: [RBW] Re: Calling all SoCal Rivsters S240 August 23rd anyone? See details below.

I could bring disposable bowls and spoons for all if we elect to go with Hugh's chili offer. On Monday, August 19, 2013, Hugh Smitham wrote: > I could make this at home and reheat @ site. Let me know if you guy's > would be into this. I have a small soft insulated cooler which should keep > it fr

Re: [RBW] Calling all SoCal Rivsters S240 August 23rd anyone? See details below.

My vote is with the plan that cyclotourist proposed. Seems we are close to eating establishments so why not? I do understand the fun of cooking in camp, but when restaurants are close by and local knowledge is among us restaurants win for me. However, if some are set for camp cooking I can do th

Re: [RBW] Re: Calling all SoCal Rivsters S240 August 23rd anyone? See details below.

Excellent. Dinner out. On Monday, August 19, 2013, Hugh Smitham wrote: > I'm with Curtis, Doug & David lets do dinner out. > > ~Hugh > > > > > On Mon, Aug 19, 2013 at 5:37 AM, Curtis McKenzie > > > wrote: > >> My vote is with the plan th

Re: [RBW] Re: Crazy Idea: Riv National Jamboree

Is the voting window open? If so mark me down for SF. Would be willing to help or sponsor an event such as a slow bicycle race. PDX would be second for me. On Monday, August 19, 2013, Jim M. wrote: > Bumping this topic. My vote is for Bay Area, because this would be the > first national jambore

Re: [RBW] Re: Calling all SoCal Rivsters S240 August 23rd anyone? See details below.

Beer first. Food second. Wait...is beer food? On Monday, August 19, 2013, cyclotourist wrote: > Sonny's Pizza and Pasta is one of my all-time faves... they know how > to cook with garlic! > > Carbonara is great as well, but a touch on the fancy side for a bunch > of sweaty bike campers. > > I

Re: [RBW] Banks-Vernonia Betty

What a wonderful family bike trip. You are impacting your children in far reaching ways. Oh the days of getting a pocket knife for Christmas as spending the afternoon in the ER getting stitches:). On Wednesday, August 21, 2013, Cecily Walker wrote: > Her own pocket knife? I don't even have my ow

Re: [RBW] Re: Calling all SoCal Rivsters S240 August 23rd anyone? See details below.

Hi David, Looking forward to this Riv gathering and meeting new people who ride bikes. I am sure you can entertain us with first hand Manny stories. Should be a few of us riding south on Saturday. Peace On Tuesday, August 20, 2013, David Yu Greenblatt wrote: > > Howdy, I would like to join you

Re: [RBW] Recommendations for Saddle Bag--mostly for books

Another vote for the Saddlesack. I have a medium so I do not need a rack in the back. Currently it is loaded with a tent, summer sleeping bag and a few other items. It is not even close to being stuffed. Make runs to the grocery store with it and can take home any number of items. Medium or large

[RBW]

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Re: [RBW] SoCal Rivsters San Clemente S24O

Hi Mike, That is my 67 cm AHH. I had a tent (with rain fly), ground sheet, thermarest, 1/4 inch closed cell foam pad, pillow, sleeping bag, change of shirt, warm hat, sun hat, tools, towel, lock, a bit of food, and a personals bag. Had a wonderful time. Such interesting people in the bike world

Re: [RBW] Re: Calling all SoCal Rivsters S240 August 23rd anyone? See details below.

A few more pictures of the SoCal ride: http://www.flickr.com/photos/organize/?start_tab=one_set72157635238300701 On Mon, Aug 26, 2013 at 5:06 AM, Steve Palincsar wrote: > On 08/26/2013 12:21 AM, Tom Virgil wrote: > >> David's bike caused some serious bike envy. I have searched J.P.Weigle >>

Re: [RBW] Happy Birthday Tommy!

"Never thought a bike would help me meet amazing people such as you all. Happy riding, many more miles to come." Tommy. This is right on target for me. On Monday, August 26, 2013, tommynguyen wrote: > Thanks for the kind words, rides are always filled with great terrain, > views, and company. Ca

Re: [RBW] Who's drinking the Kool Aid?

I get the same thing when out on my Hilsen. My response is a pleasant smile as I wish them an enjoyable ride. If the person is on a bike all hope for them is not lost. We must stay the course and hope for the best. On Thursday, September 5, 2013, Corwin Booth wrote: > I was trying to think of s

Re: [RBW] Re: Who's drinking the Kool Aid?

I will second the beard thing. On Mon, Sep 9, 2013 at 10:06 AM, hsmitham wrote: > My suggestion is grow a ridiculously long beard and the comments > cease...chalk it up to a crazy guy on a bike. > > ~Hugh > > On Thursday, September 5, 2013 1:33:04 PM UTC-7, Corwin Booth wrote: >> >> I was tryin

Re: [RBW] Practical Racing

Patrick, Wonderful description. I could just feel those first few drops. On Monday, September 16, 2013, Deacon Patrick wrote: > Sometimes racing can be practical. Today, after a wonderful ride to a > mountain reservoir where I spend a few hours before coming home, I could > clearly see in loomin

[RBW] San Diego Bay Ride

Hi, Just in case any SoCal folks are interested: I will be riding the San Diego Bay Shore Bike Route on Sunday morning (9/22). Will be at the fountain in Balboa Park at about 8:30 am. The route is very flat and about 25 miles. Planning on taking the ferry to close the loop. Ride safe, Curtis -

[RBW] Re: San Diego Bay Ride

4 years >> ago. Want to do it again some day. (With the extension past Sunset Cliffs >> and out to Point Loma. And I want to do it on a "real" bike, or at least >> Esteban's Kogswell. >> >> Eric Platt >> St. Paul, MN >> >> Er

Re: [RBW] Re: San Diego Bay Ride Not Sure If It Counts

Mike, Would be great to ride with you. Name a date and I will check my calendar. On Mon, Sep 23, 2013 at 1:06 PM, Mike Schiller wrote: > looks like a normal beautiful day in San Diego. I couldn't make your ride > Curtis, but I would like to do with you if it happens again. > > ~mike > Carlsba

Re: [RBW] September SoCal Riv Ride Santa Monica --> Tomorrow <--

This one will be difficult to miss. So close, yet so little time. I may sneak away from the work bench for an hour or two and go to Tour de Fat. Have fun all. Ride safe, Curtis On Friday, September 27, 2013, hsmitham wrote: > David, > > Glad to hear you're making it. And glad you posted a refr

[RBW]

A cool video about bicycles. Part one.. Bicycles Are Beautiful with Bill Cosby, 1970s - Part 1 Part two http://m.youtube.com/watch?v=NOcdS3J8kl4&desktop_uri=%2Fwatch%3Fv%3DNOcdS3J8kl4 Ride safe, Curtis "who has n

Re: [RBW] Speaking of Off-Pavent Rides... Come to Redlands this Spring!

Sounds like a great time. I will clear the date. On Wednesday, October 9, 2013, Jeremy Till wrote: > This sounds amazing! Just might have to take some time off for this > > On Wednesday, October 9, 2013 6:14:19 PM UTC-7, > cyclot...@gmail.comwrote: >> >> Over the years, the SoCal chapter of

Re: [RBW] Schwalbe Land Cruiser HS 307

I have the HS420s on my AHH. I like em. On Saturday, October 12, 2013, Coconutbill wrote: > I'm partial to the HS420s, but you know me... > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups > "RBW Owners Bunch" group. > To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiv

Re: [RBW] 60cm Wilbury on the Bay - Original Rivendell Mixte

A well directed post. Maybe with a great deal of time, effort and expense such a bicycle would be some what ready to ride by March 15 2014. Curtis "Redlands" McKenzie On Saturday, October 12, 2013, cyclotourist wrote: > Yes, a very old antique bike, bound to have lots of issues. Probably > rust

Re: [RBW] Re: PDX Sunrise Coffee Club Tomorrow

Wonder pictures. How serene. Is this where they hold the crazy down hill race? A few years ago I was in town and attended a wacky race of gravity powered vehicles. Sadly, I was at work during this time. (in San Diego of course) Curtis On Mon, Oct 14, 2013 at 12:49 PM, Andy Smitty Schmidt <54

Re: [RBW] Mount Laguna_S240_San Diego, CA

The weather on Mt. Laguna looks to be perfect. 59 and 45 with clear skies. On Tuesday, October 15, 2013, Deacon Patrick wrote: > Hugh, On the diet I'm on (Perfect Health Diet, www.perfecthealthdiet.com), > I eat 1-1.5 cups of "safe starches" a day (white rice, yams, sweet > potatoes, white potato

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: An absurd amount of Riv stuff in SF Bay Area

Jose, Thank you for the heads up. I am sure you were over whelmed with interested parties. Ride Safe, Curtis On Tue, Oct 15, 2013 at 3:11 PM, jose wrote: > Sorry about the mess. A bit chaotic with the large response. I'm giving > priority in dealing with people who are interested in the c

Re: [RBW] 71Hilsen on eBay

I really like my DTT Hilsen. I hope everyone enjoys their bike as much as I enjoy mine. Ride Safe, Curtis On Wednesday, October 16, 2013, Hugh Smitham wrote: > Now Patrick who isn't alone in those. > > -Hugh > On Oct 16, 2013 8:08 PM, "Patrick Moore" > > > wrote: > >> I have to say that I find

Re: [RBW] Re: Mount Laguna_S240_San Diego, CA

Evan, That is great news! See you in the mountains. Curtis On Wed, Oct 16, 2013 at 12:31 PM, Coconutbill wrote: > Amtrak ticket booked. commitments miraclulous fizzled away on Friday. > Eagerly looking forward > -Evan > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Goog

Re: [RBW] Advice on choosing a warm coat. Slight topic drift.

I vote for the PrimaLoft. On Monday, October 21, 2013, hsmitham wrote: > Need the collective wisdom of the Bunch here. > > Need to update my S240 wardrobe as I plan on doing more high altitude > camping...which of these do I go with? > > This one is PrimaLoft synthetic insulation but apparently d

Re: [RBW] Advice on choosing a warm coat. Slight topic drift.

Patrick, You made my day with your response. I will grin all the way home. Ride Safe, Curtis On Tue, Oct 22, 2013 at 3:05 PM, Deacon Patrick wrote: > Hugh, > > Find a bear. Shoot the bear. Skin the bear. Cook the bear. Eat the bear. > Wear the bear. Plenty warm! > > Sleeping bag: the first

Re: [RBW] Re: Pics of you on your Rivendell.

Takashi, That is a way cool photo! Ride safe, Curtis On Fri, Oct 25, 2013 at 5:58 AM, Takashi wrote: > I took self-portrait when it was raining: > > http://www.flickr.com/photos/77318553@N08/9436523720/in/set-72157629584056500 > > Takashi > > > 2013年3月29日金曜日 9時41分47秒 UTC+9 Michael: >> >> We

Re: [RBW] WTB 68cm (Rivendell only)

I too am keeping an eye out for a 68 cm Atlantis. On Friday, October 25, 2013, Tom Harrop wrote: > I've also been keeping an eye out for a 68 cm Atlantis. Don't think there > are all that many out there, unfortunately. > > Enjoy the QB! > > Tom > > -- > You received this message because you are

Re: [RBW] WTB 68cm (Rivendell only)

Ryan, Us tall guys need to support each other. I will keep you informed. On Friday, October 25, 2013, Abcyclehank wrote: > Tom and Curtis, > If I find "my" Atlantis before you two and decide not to keep it I will > give you both a shout. Appreciate the same if either of you score one > prior to

Re: [RBW] WTB 68cm (Rivendell only)

I second the happiness. These smaller audience bikes need to be used. I will jump for joy** if any of you pick one up (Although I may jump 0.01 mm higher if I get one, human nature I guess). Ride safe and tall, Curtis On Saturday, October 26, 2013, Abcyclehank wrote: > No Tom you are as entitl

Re: [RBW] Gorgeous Autumn

Stunning beauty. Nature will never cease to astound me. Ride Safe, Curtis "Seeking the stones that make up the pavement of less traveled roads" On Sunday, October 27, 2013, Matthew J wrote: > Lovely! > > On Sunday, October 27, 2013 8:50:40 AM UTC-5, Takashi wrote: >> >> Hi all, >> Trees are bec

Re: [RBW] Re: New Bike Day.

Sounds like a great time. When are you coming down? And are you bringing two bikes? Curtis "I want one in 68" McKenzie On Tue, Oct 29, 2013 at 1:16 PM, Joe Bernard wrote: > Nice! Have fun! > > Joe "I want one" Bernard > Vallejo, CA. > > On Tuesday, October 29, 2013 12:44:25 PM UTC-7, hsmitham

Re: [RBW] Re: New Bike Day.

Hugh, As of today I am free on that Saturday. So a ride sounds great. Put the back fender on the Hilsen last night. The commute to work was wet today and yesterday. The fender went on nicely and protects from the water very well. I think the bike looks great with it on. Could not mount the f

Re: [RBW] Need collectives help on color choice.

Burnt orange. Wow! What a great color for a bike. On Tuesday, October 29, 2013, WETH wrote: > Dear Hugh, > Of the two I am partial to the orange; that is a nice shade of orange, > deep, rich and not too flashy. > I agonized over the same decision this spring, before deciding I really > liked the

Re: [RBW] Nitto love and more box origami

The box thing. When my Albatross bar arrived I felt sure they were on back order. However, they were in the impossibly small box. Enjoy your Riv stuff and stay clean with the soap. Curtis On Thursday, October 31, 2013, Bill Lindsay wrote: > I got a Riv Box yesterday. My order was Steel Albatro

Re: [RBW] Need collectives help on color choice.

I like the burnt orange, but how about a stealth bike with just a clear coat? On Friday, November 1, 2013, Evan wrote: > The green is beautiful but the orange is unexpected. I vote orange. > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups > "RBW Owners Bunch" grou

Re: [RBW] Re: Flash San Diego Riv Ride Saturday the 9th.

Looking forward to a great ride. Weather should be great. Curtis On Thu, Nov 7, 2013 at 9:27 AM, Hugh Smitham wrote: > Hey Tom, > > I'm into it! > > I haven't read the reader article but it looks good to me. It will reduce > the mileage some but making this a 70% dirt ride appeals to me. I th

Re: [RBW] Flash San Diego Riv Ride Saturday the 9th.

Just installed fenders. So I will ride with fenders. On Friday, November 8, 2013, Mike Schiller wrote: > All those dirt sections will be new to me. Looking forward to the ride, > sans fenders. > I was looking at riding the Coaster down,but the weekend schedule is very > limited. I'll have to driv

Re: [RBW] Flash San Diego Riv Ride Report

Hugh, thanks for putting together such a nice ride. It was great to ride with Mike and Tom. So many out of the way spots in North County San Diego. Local knowledge is great. Here a a few picture from my point of view. http://www.flickr.com/photos/97010676@N07/sets/72157637557113645/ Looking f

Re: [RBW] Flash San Diego Riv Ride Report

Neglected to mention that after a day of riding I came home to the catalog in the mail. A good end to a great day of riding. On Monday, November 11, 2013, Curtis McKenzie wrote: > Hugh, thanks for putting together such a nice ride. It was great to ride > with Mike and Tom. So many out

Re: [RBW] Stunning Betty Foy at LBS

So sorry. No phone, no camera. Sowas it really there? On Monday, November 11, 2013, dougP wrote: > Curtis: > > Are you teasing us or am I missing a link to a photo? > > dougP > > On Monday, November 11, 2013 6:05:53 PM UTC-8, Curtis wrote: >> >> Wow, what a beautiful bike. Surprised to see a

Re: [RBW] Waitin' on my Riv--debating on Drops versus Albatross

I really enjoy the Albas on my AHH. Switched from noodles after about 500 miles. Have over a thousand on the Albas and enjoy them more and more. You may experiment with not much cost. I fine tinkering with the fit part of the enjoyment. I also trust in Kevin. Congrats and have fun, Curtis On

Re: [RBW] Cable Management (or) More Twine

Looks very nice. On Monday, November 18, 2013, Christopher Chen wrote: > Set up my light tonight. > > Originally I was going to zip tie along the rack to the hub, but I didn't > have any small zip ties. I figured while I had the time and the twine I'd > teach myself the lost practice of cable la

[RBW] Bike overnight near Ventura California

I will be in Ventura next week for about 36 hours. Will be taking the bike with plans to camp somewhere. Any ideas would be most helpful. Thanks. Ride safe, Curtis -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this

[RBW] Re: Bike overnight near Ventura California

I will need to be in Ventura by 1 pm the following day. Mike, I like the beer and sunset theme. On Tuesday, November 19, 2013, dougP wrote: > How close to Ventura should the campsite be? > > dougP > > On Tuesday, November 19, 2013 5:15:24 PM UTC-8, Curtis wrote: >> >> I will be in Ventura next w

[RBW] Why bicycles do not fall

Interesting talk on the physics of bicycles. http://m.youtube.com/watch?v=2Y4mbT3ozcA Curtis -- 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-bun

Re: [RBW] Re: Bike overnight near Ventura California

Mike, that sounds like a great ride. I will look into it further. Thanks On Tue, Nov 19, 2013 at 10:05 PM, Mike Schiller wrote: > Curtis, you could ride up to Ojai and over Casitas Pass on the 1st day. > About 34 miles and includes a nice bike trail in route to Ojai. You can go > further up

Re: [RBW] Re: Bike overnight near Ventura California

Mike, the Ojai route sounds great. Seems as if one could do a loop with your route. On Tue, Nov 19, 2013 at 10:05 PM, Mike Schiller wrote: > Curtis, you could ride up to Ojai and over Casitas Pass on the 1st day. > About 34 miles and includes a nice bike trail in route to Ojai. You can go > f

[RBW] Re: Bike overnight near Ventura California

Hugh, Is work getting in the way? On Wednesday, November 20, 2013, hsmitham wrote: > Curtis, > > Mike is on the money Anacapa is an awesome brewery highly recommend, right > in DT Ventura. Sounds like a great time wish I could join in. > > ~Hugh > > On Wednesday, November 20, 2013 12:31:31 PM UT

[RBW] BLUG bike

The head tube on the BLUG bicycle is amazing. Wow! -- 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 post to

Re: [RBW] SoCal February S240 poll.

Hugh, I only see a 10:53 arrival in Ventura out of Irvine. So maybe 10:53 it is. Curtis On Saturday, February 15, 2014, Hugh Smitham wrote: > Riders, > > Rob Perks sent me this ride route so passing it along for more > clarification. > > http://ridewithgps.com/routes/1006995 > > Here is the f

Re: [RBW] SoCal February S240 poll.

Mike, I was thinking of returning Sunday as well. Looks like the early Metrolink out of Irvine it is. Let me know if I can tag along for the Saturday over night. Curtis On Saturday, February 15, 2014, Mike Schiller wrote: > Curtis, I was planning on the earlier Metrolink train from Irvine. T

Re: [RBW] Re: WTT Brooks B17 Honey special [[[Update]]]]

Hugh, Maybe the saddle can be part of a deal for some hubs? Curtis On Sunday, February 16, 2014, Hugh Smitham wrote: > Price drop...as I'd like to move the process forward. $95. shipped. > > ~Hugh > > "Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep > moving." -- Albert Eins

Re: [RBW] SoCal February S240 poll.

Mike, Sounds like fun. If you could let me know what train numbers I would be most appreciated. Thanks, Curtis On Sunday, February 16, 2014, Mike Schiller wrote: > that works for me Curtis. It's a nice ride down the coast once we get pass > Oxnard. The dirt road up Sycamore Cyn is very nice

Re: [RBW] SoCal February S240 poll.

forward to a great ride. > > Evan are you planning on Amtrak or do we want to drive? It's so close. > > ~Hugh > > "Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep > moving." -- Albert Einstein > > http://velocipedemusings.blogspot.com/ &g

Re: [RBW] SoCal February S240 poll.

70 percent chance of rain for Friday. For planning purposes only. Will we be going near a food store later in the day on Friday? If so I may buy food at that time. If not I will bring the needed calories. Thanks Curtis On Tuesday, February 18, 2014, Mike Schiller wrote: > Did I miss an emai

Re: [RBW] SoCal February S240 poll.

Mike, Were you riding on Manchester today? Also, do you think the group will be stopping for some supplies in Ojai? I do no want to run afoul of the collective. Curtis On Sunday, February 23, 2014, Mike Schiller wrote: > we will ride thru Ojai before camping on Friday night. Plenty of food

Re: [RBW] SoCal February S240 poll.

Hugh sounds like a great plan. Are you spending two nights? On Sunday, February 23, 2014, Hugh Smitham wrote: > Curtis, > > What Mike said is correct we will be stopping in Ojai for food ect. > > Yes there is rain in the forecast but I'm preparing for rain and will ride > and camp. If it does ra

Re: [RBW] FS 2011 60cm Double TT Sam Hillborne 2.0

Make it 68 cm and I am all over it. On Thursday, February 27, 2014, cyclotourist wrote: > Yowzer that's a good deal! One of you tall-folks needs to jump on this! > > And if someone has a 56cm F&F w/ cantis (single TT preferred), feel free > to let me know, I'd be interested! > > Cheers, > David

Re: [RBW] Call for interested parties: "commuting" PDX to RBW Gathering in July

Antonioni, Feeling it. I am from San Diego however. Train to PDX and ride south. Sounds like a fun ride. Curtis On Thursday, February 27, 2014, Antonioni Vicente < likewisewildf...@gmail.com> wrote: > Lookin' to pedal outta town one o' the last few days of June or July 1st. > Anyone feelin' th

Re: [RBW] OT: Pee-Wee's bike FS

What a deal only 36,600. On Thursday, March 6, 2014, cyclotourist wrote: > I know you are, but what am I? > > Cheers, > David > > "it isn't a contest. Just enjoy the ride." - Seth Vidal > > > > > > On Thu, Mar 6, 2014 at 3:56 PM, Bruce Herbitter > > > wrote: > >> Or maybe that RBW coffee grin

Re: [RBW] Riv Quickbeam and a BikeDC Portrait

What great fun! On Thursday, March 6, 2014, Patrick Moore wrote: > Thanks for sharing. Great photos, particularly since they feature a QB! > > > On Thu, Mar 6, 2014 at 7:16 PM, Joan Oppel > > > wrote: > >> Wonderful shots, thanks for sharing on this list. >> Joan >> >> >> On 03/06/14, >> MG >

[RBW] The mind set of the car centric society

Hi all, The following may make interesting reading. http://www.collectorsweekly.com/articles/murder-machines/ Ride aware, Curtis -- 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 fr

Re: [RBW] Saddlesack Medium and Biking to School

In a few short weeks you will be asking yourself: How did I live ever without a tan medium Saddlesack? Such a useful and extremely functional item on the bicycle. Peace, Curtis On Saturday, March 22, 2014, Deacon Patrick wrote: > And so it begins! Well done. Grass roots rebel you. Grin. > > W

Re: [RBW] Saddlesack Medium and Biking to School

On Saturday, March 22, 2014, Curtis McKenzie wrote: > In a few short weeks you will be asking yourself: How did I live > ever without a tan medium Saddlesack? Such a useful and extremely > functional item on the bicycle. > > Peace, > > Curtis > > On Saturday, Mar

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