Re: [RBW] Re: Tubus racks for Summer tour with a few thoughts pictures.

2013-04-26 Thread Hugh Smitham
Hi Shoji, I found it on the Classic Rendezvous lightweight vintage bicycles group. I think he posted one of his original bikes there recently. Best, Hugh Hugh Sunland, Ca On Fri, Apr 26, 2013 at 7:56 AM, Shoji Takahashi shoji.takaha...@gmail.com wrote: Thanks for posting that, Hugh. Nice

Re: [RBW] Re: How do you deal with scratches on your frame?

2013-05-22 Thread Hugh Smitham
Hey Doug, I was wondering how you were going to handle that scratch? I figured as you've had your bike over 10 years you got over the idea of scratches a while ago. ~Hugh Hugh Sunland, Ca On Wed, May 22, 2013 at 6:49 PM, dougP dougpn...@cox.net wrote: Every couple of years I get a fresh

Re: [RBW] Re: How do you deal with scratches on your frame?

2013-05-22 Thread Hugh Smitham
Ha, Ha! That's great Andy . Hey as a side note I like Google plusa it let's you zoom in. Best, Hugh Sunland, Ca On Wed, May 22, 2013 at 6:54 PM, Andy Smitty Schmidt 54ca...@gmail.com wrote: I'm not likely to invest any time into touch-up efforts, but I'm prepared if I change my mind.

Re: [RBW] Re: How do you deal with scratches on your frame?

2013-05-22 Thread Hugh Smitham
Beausage :-) Best, Hugh Sunland, Ca On Wed, May 22, 2013 at 7:54 PM, cyclotourist cyclotour...@gmail.com wrote: Perfect match, good job on that. I touch up w/ clear when I come across them. Also have some close-ish matched nail polish I use. I don't mind scratches from use, but I put on a

Re: [RBW] Re: How do you deal with scratches on your frame?

2013-05-23 Thread Hugh Smitham
Joe, I feel that way with cars! So I buy pre owned. Hugh Sunland, Ca On Thu, May 23, 2013 at 7:09 AM, PATRICK MOORE bertin...@gmail.com wrote: I've found that, if you don't wash your bike regularly, the dirt often covers them up. On Thu, May 23, 2013 at 7:57 AM, Rick

Re: [RBW] Re: How do you deal with scratches on your frame?

2013-05-23 Thread Hugh Smitham
Felix but I'm mellowing out and just using the bicycle. Best, Hugh Sunland, Ca On Thu, May 23, 2013 at 8:39 AM, Hugh Smitham hughsmit...@gmail.com wrote: Joe, I feel that way with cars! So I buy pre owned. Hugh Sunland, Ca On Thu, May 23, 2013 at 7:09 AM, PATRICK MOORE bertin

Re: [RBW] Re: How do you deal with scratches on your frame?

2013-05-23 Thread Hugh Smitham
Always nice to have an artist in the Family. Best, Hugh Sunland, Ca On Thu, May 23, 2013 at 9:05 AM, Ron Mc bulldog...@gmail.com wrote: https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-zME3g-4Zjyk/UZvkWg9abXI/ApE/qxZR74ySwnE/s1600/aP5040006.JPG my daughter loves to paint... On Wednesday,

Re: [RBW] Re: How do you deal with scratches on your frame?

2013-05-23 Thread Hugh Smitham
the painter probably saved it for me. I used it to touch a tiny chip I found on the seatstay during assembly and then managed to crack the cap and dry it out, so no more matching touchup paint for me. :-) On Thu, May 23, 2013 at 8:45 AM, Hugh Smitham hughsmit...@gmail.com wrote: Bryan

Re: [RBW] Re: How do you deal with scratches on your frame?

2013-05-23 Thread Hugh Smitham
Hey Mike sorry to hear you went down. At least you're okay and the bike just needs to be touched up. Best, Hugh Sunland, Ca On Wed, May 22, 2013 at 9:36 PM, Mike Schiller mikeybi...@rocketmail.com wrote: took a pretty good dump today on a steep dirt drop off... besides a few nasty dirt

Re: [RBW] Re: How do you deal with scratches on your frame?

2013-05-23 Thread Hugh Smitham
AM, Hugh Smitham hughs...@gmail.com wrote: Joe, I feel that way with cars! So I buy pre owned. Hugh Sunland, Ca On Thu, May 23, 2013 at 7:09 AM, PATRICK MOORE bert...@gmail.com wrote: I've found that, if you don't wash your bike regularly, the dirt often covers them up

Re: [RBW] Re: We're all in trouble

2013-05-24 Thread Hugh Smitham
That's news to me Doug. You told me you've been living outta the Atlantis :-) Best, On May 24, 2013 3:10 PM, dougP dougpn...@cox.net wrote: I've been asked if I was homeless. Hard to tell an Atlantis is much of a bike if it's buried under enough gear. dougP On Thursday, May 23, 2013

Re: [RBW] Riv Bikes Tackle The Mountains

2013-05-26 Thread Hugh Smitham
Hey Mike, I figured I took it too literal. Yeah I can imagine working in an ER would make me want alone time too. I'm a fairly social person but at times human contact can wear me out especially as I age. Solo rides are wonderful because you don't have to compromise on the ride you desire. I like

Re: [RBW] Riv Bikes Tackle The Mountains

2013-05-27 Thread Hugh Smitham
Yep he is. Best, Hugh Sunland, Ca On Sun, May 26, 2013 at 10:36 PM, cyclotourist cyclotour...@gmail.com wrote: Mike talks a good talk, but don't let him fool you, he's a pretty good guy. :-) Cheers, David On Sun, May 26, 2013 at 9:37 PM, Mike mjawn...@gmail.com wrote: One thing

Re: [RBW] Re: Tires for AHH?

2013-05-28 Thread Hugh Smitham
Hey, don't leave me out! I'll ride SD :-) I like to get lost on a bike. ~Hugh Hugh Sunland, Ca On Tue, May 28, 2013 at 7:24 PM, dougP dougpn...@cox.net wrote: Curtis: Congrats on the new bike. These guys will overwhelm you with great tire suggestions (which can lead to lively discussions)

Re: [RBW] Re: Bug protection face mask?

2013-06-03 Thread Hugh Smitham
Garth, I disagree the bug net I wore was fine to breath through while in exertion. Best, Hugh Sunland, Ca On Mon, Jun 3, 2013 at 5:50 PM, Garth garth...@gmail.com wrote: Buy some cheap mesh at a camping store or some place and cut into a square and make a bandanna out of it and wear it

Re: [RBW] Re: So.Cal Vs Nor.Cal Rumble ?

2013-06-06 Thread Hugh Smitham
Let's shoot for a SoCal, NorCal adventure in July and the S240 @ El Morro on any of the open weekends. Just my two cents worth. ~Hugh Hugh Sunland, Ca On Thu, Jun 6, 2013 at 4:40 PM, dougP dougpn...@cox.net wrote: We'd picked July with the 12th, 19th 26th open. I need to contact the park to

Re: [RBW] Re: Association of Caffeinated Wheelmen store NOW OPEN.

2013-06-07 Thread Hugh Smitham
Seth, If he made a patch with the Tardis I'd buy it! And yes a bit. Hugh Sunland, Ca On Fri, Jun 7, 2013 at 7:17 AM, Seth Vidal skvi...@gmail.com wrote: Is it just me or does the button look a bit like the Tardis? -sv On Fri, Jun 7, 2013 at 9:55 AM, Kevin Mulcahy kpmulc...@gmail.com

Re: [RBW] Re: So.Cal Vs Nor.Cal Rumble ?

2013-06-07 Thread Hugh Smitham
I'd be good with the Southern Sierra on Manny's date. Just wondering though is it worth a 4 hour drive 8 hour RT for two days? Shall we make it at least three? Or would that cause a drop off in participation? Mike since you know the area let's talk route. I imagine we would have have a meet up

Re: [RBW] Re: Association of Caffeinated Wheelmen store NOW OPEN.

2013-06-07 Thread Hugh Smitham
Stephen, I just bought the small patch. Thanks. Best, Hugh Sunland, Ca On Fri, Jun 7, 2013 at 9:44 AM, Stephen S elphk...@gmail.com wrote: Something like this? http://www.etsy.com/listing/153368661/doctor-who-circle-sew-on-patch?ref=v1_other_1 or are you talking about the Tardis-y

Re: [RBW] Re: Guys and Their Carbon Toys

2013-06-07 Thread Hugh Smitham
Yep. I don't bash anyone's bike materiel nor their clothing. I had a carbon bike and I loved it and I rode with lycra and well I felt like a dweeb also felt obligated to go fast.That got old quick. I got tired of returning a super duper light $150 saddle cause the plastic shell broke two times,

Re: [RBW] Re: So.Cal Vs Nor.Cal Rumble ?

2013-06-07 Thread Hugh Smitham
I agree with Anne my thoughts exactly. I'll drive to the Sierra's perhaps some carpooling can happen? Mike, you obviously know this area and I don't know the area at all so I'll need to map it a bit in the near future. Sort of preoccupied and full in on next week's tour down the coast. Hugh

Re: [RBW] Re: Guys and Their Carbon Toys

2013-06-08 Thread Hugh Smitham
Ron Mc, Correct. Hugh Sunland, Ca On Fri, Jun 7, 2013 at 1:43 PM, Ron Mc bulldog...@gmail.com wrote: However, it's not the technological revolution these billboards want us to believe. It's probably the right edge for a serious racer, but there are people buying them who don't know better

Re: [RBW] Re: So.Cal Vs Nor.Cal Rumble ?

2013-06-08 Thread Hugh Smitham
Too bad they didn't show the NorCalers on Steel bikes and SoCalers driving low riders doing battle :-) Hugh Sunland, Ca On Sat, Jun 8, 2013 at 7:09 AM, Esteban proto...@gmail.com wrote: Let the wild rumpus start! http://vimeo.com/19843769 On Friday, June 7, 2013 11:48:51 PM UTC-7, Manuel

Re: [RBW] Re: So.Cal Vs Nor.Cal Rumble ?

2013-06-12 Thread Hugh Smitham
I was hoping for the Sierra's and of course will go with the consensuses as SLO is a good second. Considering coming up Friday. I have requested Sunday the 29th off so we'll see how that shapes up. ~Hugh Hugh Sunland, Ca On Tue, Jun 11, 2013 at 9:53 PM, Mike Schiller mikeybi...@rocketmail.com

Re: [RBW] Re: Bristle to remove the bristle.

2013-06-12 Thread Hugh Smitham
The Rabbi in me won't :-) Hugh Sunland, Ca On Wed, Jun 12, 2013 at 10:20 AM, Bryan bwedg...@gmail.com wrote: Don't do it! Bryan On Tuesday, June 11, 2013 7:37:31 PM UTC-7, hsmitham wrote: Makes me almost want to shave. http://www.rivbike.com/proraso-shave-brush-p/goo21.htm ~Hugh

Re: [RBW] Re: Riv'ed LHT

2013-06-12 Thread Hugh Smitham
Mike, He was lamenting whether to go with 700c or 26 I told him with the 26 you'll have a vast choice of tires with different tread, and a cushy ride. I do think he needs to lower the HB's and just have the spacers above. I also recalled what you said about wishing you'd had the 26 er which I

Re: [RBW] Re: Riv'ed LHT

2013-06-12 Thread Hugh Smitham
Doug, Thanks for the kind words. I of course agree with holding off on cutting too soon. His mechanic was in a hurry to cut it and he resisted. Hugh Sunland, Ca On Wed, Jun 12, 2013 at 7:07 PM, dougP dougpn...@cox.net wrote: Looks good. I agree he should leave the steerer alone until he's

Re: [RBW] Re: Riv'ed LHT

2013-06-12 Thread Hugh Smitham
Funny he's putting a VO stem on today. and he's already running the Big Apples. 700 x 50 is impressive I imagine without fenders? Hugh Sunland, Ca On Wed, Jun 12, 2013 at 7:45 PM, Mike mjawn...@gmail.com wrote: Don't fear the stacked steerer tube.

Re: [RBW] Re: Riv'ed LHT

2013-06-12 Thread Hugh Smitham
BTW, I hadn't noticed the wheel size in the photo. Put a chubby tire on 26 looks just fine. Exactly! Hugh Sunland, Ca On Wed, Jun 12, 2013 at 8:16 PM, dougP dougpn...@cox.net wrote: Before I got my Atlantis, I was talking to Riv about a custom for touring. One of my specs was 26 wheels.

Re: [RBW] Re: So.Cal Vs Nor.Cal Rumble ?

2013-06-14 Thread Hugh Smitham
Mike, Have you made a reservation for Morro Strand Camp? -Hugh On Jun 14, 2013 3:09 PM, Mike Schiller mikeybi...@rocketmail.com wrote: Just checked out the reviews on Taco Temple... looks like we have a Friday night dinner spot. I'ts .6 miles from Morro Strand Campground. ~mike On

Re: [RBW] Re: So.Cal Vs Nor.Cal Rumble ?

2013-06-20 Thread Hugh Smitham
Doug, Haven't yet seen my pictures on a good screen and will have some editing to do but I'll have em up soon. I think you'll enjoy them. I learned a lot and for sure have the cyclotourist bug. -Hugh On Jun 20, 2013 9:04 PM, dougP dougpn...@cox.net wrote: So far that looks to be the anchor

Re: [RBW] Big Sur Tour

2013-06-26 Thread Hugh Smitham
Thanks Perry! The ride was great. Everyday my job was to pedal nothing else to be concerned about. Pure joy. ~Hugh Hugh Sunland, Ca On Mon, Jun 24, 2013 at 3:04 AM, bobish bob...@gmail.com wrote: Well done! Love the photos, especially. And the beard. Mustn't forget. Kudos to the beard! :)

Re: [RBW] Re: Big Sur Tour

2013-06-26 Thread Hugh Smitham
Thanks Andy. It was groovy. Next a tour from Portland to SF? ~Hugh Hugh Sunland, Ca On Sun, Jun 23, 2013 at 8:55 PM, Andy Smitty Schmidt 54ca...@gmail.comwrote: Looks like you and the sib had a groovy trip. Thanks for the write up. --Smitty -- You received this message because you are

Re: [RBW] Re: Big Sur Tour

2013-06-26 Thread Hugh Smitham
Hey David, yeah that was my job for a week :-) ~Hugh Hugh Sunland, Ca On Sun, Jun 23, 2013 at 8:31 AM, cyclotourist cyclotour...@gmail.comwrote: Hugh, that is quite the trip! Glad you were able to work around the road-blocks (some literal!) that came your way! Cheers, David On Sun,

Re: [RBW] Re: Big Sur Tour

2013-06-26 Thread Hugh Smitham
Another lesson: Check with local cyclists if possible. Locals would probably not have routed you on Highway 92. King's Mountain or Old La Honda would have been recommended; it's possible to ride 92, as you discovered, but better alternatives exist. In Northern California, highways are not called

Re: [RBW] Big Sur Tour

2013-06-30 Thread Hugh Smitham
Yes to all of your sentiment. I loved my job for a week of pedaling :-) Hugh Sunland, Ca On Sun, Jun 30, 2013 at 6:25 PM, dougP dougpn...@cox.net wrote: The joy of bike touring is the simplicity of bike-eat-sleep, with your whole world right there in a few bags. dougP On Wednesday,

Re: [RBW] Re: Big Sur Tour

2013-06-30 Thread Hugh Smitham
Thanks Doug, I learned a great deal not the least of take more days off, reduce miles per day so you can soak it all in I.E. take more pictures,camp more, bring less clothing as if you bring the right stuff you can wash dry quickly. I enjoyed meeting different cyclotourists and especially

Re: [RBW] Re: Morning coffee ride on the freshly painted All Rounder!

2013-07-08 Thread Hugh Smitham
Hey Brad, I'm not one for too many rules but can see the enjoyment when one finds said MOJO within those guidelines. I personally just like it when I find a totem that speaks to me while on the road.. Now I'll be thinking of the rules as I pedal and see what I see. Best, Hugh Sunland, Ca On

Re: [RBW] Re: Terrible News

2013-07-11 Thread Hugh Smitham
I'm in. It's a great idea. Hugh Sunland, Ca On Wed, Jul 10, 2013 at 9:57 PM, Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com wrote: I'm in. Eric N www.CampyOnly.com CampyOnlyGuy.blogspot.com Twitter: @CampyOnlyGuy On Jul 10, 2013, at 9:49 PM, Evan evanellio...@gmail.com wrote: I like Bob Barr's

Re: [RBW] Re: Rivendell sighting what are the odds?

2013-07-12 Thread Hugh Smitham
Hi Tom, Really like the build it looks awesome! Most of my family live in Carmel Valley and I ride their occasionally. Perhaps we can put together a day ride one of these days. Best, Hugh Sunland, Ca On Thu, Jul 11, 2013 at 8:54 PM, Tom Virgil tevir...@gmail.com wrote: Please allow me to

Re: [RBW] Re: NITTO-esqe new King cages on Riv now for cheap!

2013-08-01 Thread Hugh Smitham
Steve, Seriously I've been using the iris cages now for two months with kleen kanteens and admit they are a stiff pull, but in those two months I've become use to them. I have never attempted to pull the third one bottom of down tube while riding as I believe you would need to have the

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

2013-08-01 Thread Hugh Smitham
Tom, Thanks for the advice I neglected to mention said sage advice...humm as far as moteling it where's the fun in that? That is unless they allow camp fires in the lobby...I do hope you can make it. Best, Hugh Sunland, Ca On Wed, Jul 31, 2013 at 8:57 PM, Tom Virgil tevir...@gmail.com wrote:

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

2013-08-01 Thread Hugh Smitham
Mitch, It was good to meet you and would enjoy your presence on this S240. Doug has a point, you can ride your bike for evening festivities then (with appropriate lighting) ride the mile or so to the Inn and reconvene for Breakfast. David mentioned a single track called the No Tools trail on

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

2013-08-01 Thread Hugh Smitham
Curtis, Awesome! Glad to have you in on this one. Best, Hugh Sunland, Ca On Wed, Jul 31, 2013 at 6:02 PM, Curtis McKenzie cmcy...@gmail.com wrote: Hugh, count me in. A great way to end the summer. On Wednesday, July 31, 2013, hsmitham wrote: Ok I booked it cause I was afraid it would

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

2013-08-02 Thread Hugh Smitham
Jim, At the least you can drive down and hang with us or perhaps take a later train to San Clemente which is a 5 mile ride to San Mateo Campground, then we'll ride the single track, swim, eat and carry on about Rivendell bikes. Hugh Sunland, Ca On Thu, Aug 1, 2013 at 10:31 PM, James Warren

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

2013-08-02 Thread Hugh Smitham
David, Let me see I have a spare tent you can use. I have a 1 person about 3 lbs 2 person with a trail weight( Fly, poles footprint) of 4 lbs works well. Let me decide which I'm bringing and you can use the other. Cool? Hugh Sunland, Ca On Thu, Aug 1, 2013 at 10:44 PM, cyclotourist

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

2013-08-02 Thread Hugh Smitham
Tom, Hope you can make it. As Grant puts it a S240 is a quick not too many logistical issues involved affair, and even if there are issues it's just an overnight the next day were all back to civilization. But yes it is shaping up nicely. I hope to put more of these together and try to bring more

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

2013-08-02 Thread Hugh Smitham
I think we can shoot for 4 pm or so. Lets get some feedback on depart time. If Jim can make it then it needs to be later. Jim what time will work for you or do you want to opt out on this part and figure as you put it to crash the event. I'll probably get down early and ride around Irvine and

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

2013-08-03 Thread Hugh Smitham
. -Original Message- From: Hugh Smitham ** Sent: Aug 2, 2013 10:24 PM To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Subject: Re: [RBW] Re: Calling all SoCal Rivsters S240 August 23rd anyone? See details below. I think we can shoot for 4 pm or so. Lets get some feedback on depart time. If Jim

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

2013-08-03 Thread Hugh Smitham
Thanks Deacon, though the sheer beauty in which you and your family bike-camp is awe inspiring. I can see why you live there. ~Hugh Hugh Sunland, Ca On Sat, Aug 3, 2013 at 5:45 AM, Deacon Patrick lamontg...@mac.com wrote: I am in awe at the response you Westcoasters get on these things.

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

2013-08-03 Thread Hugh Smitham
Mike, The earlier I would think the better. David, thanks for the extra info on the single track. I'm sold especially when you attached smiles, but I'm an easy sell:-) On Aug 3, 2013 1:09 PM, Mike Schiller mikeybi...@rocketmail.com wrote: or Irvine at 349pm if that's better. ~mike --

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

2013-08-06 Thread Hugh Smitham
Evan, Sorry I only have my Cosmo and likely will purchase another. May I suggest you post it both on CL the list-serve then I will direct you to a web seller that's reasonable price wise. That is if you can't find a trade. On the group make sure to post as FS/WTT Nitto R-14 rack for Tubus Cosmo

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

2013-08-09 Thread Hugh Smitham
Hi Tom, Glad you're going to join us however you need to make it up. In regards to the camp site: I think we'll be okay with bikes and small tents so you're welcome to join us if we go over 8 person's we'll just be courtous and sauve. Here is the camp info: CAMPGROUND:SAN ONOFRE SB SITE:SM117

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

2013-08-09 Thread Hugh Smitham
Made and confirmed my Amtrak ticket arriving in Irvine 10:53 am. Best, Hugh Sunland, Ca On Thu, Aug 8, 2013 at 11:30 PM, Hugh Smitham hughsmit...@gmail.com wrote: Hi Tom, Glad you're going to join us however you need to make it up. In regards to the camp site: I think we'll be okay

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

2013-08-09 Thread Hugh Smitham
Thanks Doug, I did make the bicycle reservation. I should have been more specific with my question. I was concerned with the Pacific Surf Liner and bicycle transport boxed or not. Thankfully you have covered it. Thanks, -Hugh On Aug 9, 2013 3:08 PM, dougP dougpn...@cox.net wrote: ..can you

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

2013-08-09 Thread Hugh Smitham
Mike, I like the way you think. Cause I was thinking the same. Yet since I don't know Squat about Irvine I do a search of places and sure Doug can recommend something good. Best, -Hugh On Aug 9, 2013 7:57 PM, Mike Schiller mikeybi...@rocketmail.com wrote: Looks like I'll need to let my beard

Re: [RBW] Leaving RBW Owners Bunch

2013-08-10 Thread Hugh Smitham
Phillip best ever. ~Hugh Hugh Sunland, Ca On Fri, Aug 9, 2013 at 9:48 PM, Philip Williamson philip.william...@gmail.com wrote: That is, without a doubt, the best intro message subject ever. I may steal it. Welcome to the group! Philip www.biketinker.com -- You received this message

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

2013-08-12 Thread Hugh Smitham
David, Here is my count. 1.Me 2.Doug 3.Evan 4.You 5.Curtis 6.Mike 7.Tom 8.Jim ? 9.Estaban? 10Mitch? So I have a confirmed 8 counting Jim in as I think he was in but might drive down later. I haven't heard whether Estaban was a confirmed participant also I haven't heard back from Mitch as he

Re: [RBW] Re: Love the Drops.

2013-08-12 Thread Hugh Smitham
Hey Bryan, Thanks I am enjoying the Hilsen. We need to get a ride in soon. I figure you've been busy of late. Best, Hugh Sunland, Ca On Mon, Aug 12, 2013 at 11:50 AM, Bryan bwedg...@gmail.com wrote: Hi, Hugh I love the drops! Both of my Rivs proudly sport 46 Noodles. I've done the

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

2013-08-12 Thread Hugh Smitham
Then my count David is 7 confirmed for Friday ride camping so invite your friends unless it like 20. Best, Hugh Sunland, Ca On Mon, Aug 12, 2013 at 7:00 PM, dougP dougpn...@cox.net wrote: Mitch has a prior commitment. I'll pass on inviting my buds as it looks like we're close to

Re: [RBW] Love the Drops.

2013-08-12 Thread Hugh Smitham
Curtis, I appreciate the offer however the differential between my Hilsen 58 cm and your 67cm Hilsen probably wouldn't be the most effective trial geometry. I'd have to plant my magic bean just to mount your bike friendly giant. I will give it a go just for the humor of it. Of course it's all

Re: [RBW] Re: Love the Drops.

2013-08-12 Thread Hugh Smitham
Andy. Thanks for the kind words. As far as bars go if I had the bikes you speak of I'm sure I'd love up right bars on a cargo or strictly city bicycle. I remember considering the Atlantis, Hillborne and Hilsen , the Hilsen obviously won because it promised to carry a medium load but was willing

Re: [RBW] Re: Post Courage Classic Pictures

2013-08-14 Thread Hugh Smitham
Deacon, I apologize if in my attempt at humor and a dash of concern I have offended. I for one have lost family members to cancer related to smoking, you bring up the point about the additives which are principally to enhance the effects of nicotine...they in affect make the tobacco more

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

2013-08-14 Thread Hugh Smitham
I think as Manny say's just pick a date and place, everything else will fall into place. Jim that is cool 20 years. Liesl we should start with voting of the three locations. I'm still wishing for that fourth location. Mr Gifford Pinchot has a nice place. ~Hugh On Wed, Aug 14, 2013 at 8:48 AM,

Re: [RBW] Re: Love the Drops.

2013-08-15 Thread Hugh Smitham
Patrick, Yes, that essentially describes my set up and why my drops feel so good. When I sit up hands on top of the bar I sit fairly upright so I get the best of both. When riding a carbon race bike I could only stand being in the drops for a really brief period. What Steven described would

Re: [RBW] Re: Quiet Camping in Washington County

2013-08-15 Thread Hugh Smitham
Gee thanks Andy for bringing me back to reality! Yeah that doesn't sound that nice, a short ride out of town to a forest. And by the look of those smiles it looks like you fellows suffered tremendously. ~Hugh On Thu, Aug 15, 2013 at 10:31 AM, Andy Smitty Schmidt 54ca...@gmail.comwrote: We

Re: [RBW] Re: Quiet Camping in Washington County

2013-08-15 Thread Hugh Smitham
Is that the Linear congruetial generator. I didn't know that was standard. Then again maybe it it is. ~Hugh On Thu, Aug 15, 2013 at 2:54 PM, Deacon Patrick lamontg...@mac.com wrote: Och! You use the LCG when you need the LCG and it's always a good thing it's standard equipment. Grin.

Re: [RBW] Re: Quiet Camping in Washington County

2013-08-15 Thread Hugh Smitham
Thanks for helping us acronym challenged. -Hugh On Aug 15, 2013 4:12 PM, Deacon Patrick lamontg...@mac.com wrote: Close, Hugh. Lowest common gear. That's what my oldest daughter calls it, and it's stuck. Every bike has it. With abandon, Patrick On Thursday, August 15, 2013 4:26:20 PM

Re: [RBW] Re: Bike Touring and Relationships

2013-08-16 Thread Hugh Smitham
Irv, I wanted to also mention that when I did my tour this summer from SF to Paso Robles I met other cyclotourists from France, Belgian and teachers from Colorado, they were all very interesting and nice. When I did the recent SoCal vs NorCal rumble in San Luis Obispo I/ we did a mini-tour and

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

2013-08-16 Thread Hugh Smitham
Tom, I hope as well. For the past month we've enjoyed below normal temperatures for this time of year. Today the heat came back with a vengeance so yeah what you described would fit the bill. -Hugh On Aug 16, 2013 9:37 PM, Tom Virgil tevir...@gmail.com wrote: Dear SoCal Rivsters, Been

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

2013-08-19 Thread Hugh Smitham
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 fresh. http://www.myrecipes.com/recipe/turkey-black-bean-chili-5040109252/ Also don't know if anyone has diet restrictions. ~Hugh On Sun, Aug

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

2013-08-19 Thread Hugh Smitham
. 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 hope as well. For the past

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

2013-08-20 Thread Hugh Smitham
Hi David, Any friend of Manny's is our friend. You will make 11 if my count is correct. 8 with Esteban, two grandfathered in with David Estes, and you. The camp limit is for 8 but I'm good with 11. Does anyone else have any thoughts on this? Doug? ~Hugh On Tue, Aug 20, 2013 at 10:49 AM,

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

2013-08-20 Thread Hugh Smitham
Then were good. David Greenblatt will make it 9 I think we'll be fine with 9 :-) ~Hugh On Tue, Aug 20, 2013 at 5:50 PM, cyclotourist cyclotour...@gmail.comwrote: Just me, my two peeps are not available. So just nine total, correct? San Clemente State Beach has a pretty much unlimited HB

Re: [RBW] Re: Jamboree, China Camp

2013-08-22 Thread Hugh Smitham
Anne, I voted, however my wife will be joining in as she rides a new Betty. Though she might not be doing the longer rides, then again she is riding more now that she has Betty. I know this doesn't change the men to Riv Chica warrior ratio much but it's a start. Perhaps the others have chica

Re: [RBW] Re: Bleriot Birthday Ride Report

2013-08-25 Thread Hugh Smitham
Rob, That would have been awesome! Best, ~Hugh On Sun, Aug 25, 2013 at 9:18 PM, rob markwardt robmar...@hotmail.comwrote: Thanks Hugh. I was in SoCal last week...San Clemente, San DIego, etc. Different from here but still a beautiful area. Wish I could have stayed for the ride. On

Re: [RBW] Re: Everything Rivendellianesqueistic~!

2013-08-26 Thread Hugh Smitham
Well stated Patrick. ~Hugh Hugh Sunland, Ca On Mon, Aug 26, 2013 at 4:19 PM, Patrick Moore bertin...@gmail.com wrote: I enjoy and promote cycling in all of its sometimes admittedly bizarre forms. In particular, and very seriously now, I admire and enjoy watching the genius of power and

Re: [RBW] Re: Atlantis sizing?

2013-08-29 Thread Hugh Smitham
This is what I suspected as I saw an Atlantis with a declared size of 55 cm so it's probably a 54.5 cm variety. Thanks Mike Jim, just so's ya know I always check you're site for answers first. A great site indeed. ~Hugh On Wed, Aug 28, 2013 at 10:49 PM, Cyclofiend Jim

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

2013-09-09 Thread Hugh Smitham
The cult of SoCal Riv riders a beer drinking we will go...err pedal. ~Hugh I Love the froth on my stash Smitham On Mon, Sep 9, 2013 at 7:10 PM, Mike Schiller mikeybi...@rocketmail.comwrote: not too interested in sugary drinks either... is there a cult that drinks hand crafted ales? ~mike

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

2013-09-09 Thread Hugh Smitham
Oh David twist my arm. I'm free on Saturday the 22nd. Hugh Sunland, Ca On Mon, Sep 9, 2013 at 8:17 PM, cyclotourist cyclotour...@gmail.com wrote: Speaking of such... September in Santa Monica is always nice... On 9/9/13, Hugh Smitham hughsmit...@gmail.com wrote: The cult of SoCal Riv

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

2013-09-09 Thread Hugh Smitham
How about the 14th or 28th? Hugh Sunland, Ca On Mon, Sep 9, 2013 at 8:31 PM, cyclotourist cyclotour...@gmail.com wrote: I'm probably not around that weekend. On 9/9/13, Hugh Smitham hughsmit...@gmail.com wrote: Oh David twist my arm. I'm free on Saturday the 22nd. Hugh Sunland

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

2013-09-09 Thread Hugh Smitham
but I can make Sat or Sun work too. ~mike On Monday, September 9, 2013 8:18:56 PM UTC-7, cyclot...@gmail.com wrote: 14, 15, 18, 19 anyone? On 9/9/13, cyclotourist cyclot...@gmail.com wrote: Speaking of such... September in Santa Monica is always nice... On 9/9/13, Hugh Smitham hughs

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

2013-09-09 Thread Hugh Smitham
, cyclotourist cyclot...@gmail.com javascript: wrote: Speaking of such... September in Santa Monica is always nice... On 9/9/13, Hugh Smitham hughs...@gmail.com javascript: wrote: The cult of SoCal Riv riders a beer drinking we will go...err pedal. ~Hugh I Love the froth on my stash Smitham

Re: [RBW] LA Bump Ride.

2013-09-15 Thread Hugh Smitham
Hi Joe, Yes that's right. Good to meet you, Thanks for volunteering to make Los Angeles a more bike accessible city. ~Hugh Hugh Sunland, Ca On Sun, Sep 15, 2013 at 6:30 AM, Joe Hogg joseph.h...@gmail.com wrote: On 09/14/2013 10:54 PM, hsmitham wrote: Evan I wanted to do an LA Urban

Re: [RBW] Re: LA Bump Ride.

2013-09-15 Thread Hugh Smitham
Thanks Deacon...not that I want to experience the city environs often but you work with what you have. I find the city has much to offer but of course I'd choose 9 times out of 10 to spend time in locals such as yours. IMHO the bicycle is a magical way to transport one self through all sorts of

Re: [RBW] Re: Now taking a poll for the month of September SoCal Riv Ride Santa Monica

2013-09-15 Thread Hugh Smitham
Hey SoCal Rivsters, Figured I'd update the poll and firm up the ride specifics. The poll is done and the winner is the 28th. Here is the ride thanks to Cyclotourist: http://www.bikely.com/maps/bike-path/Santa-Monica-Dirt-Mulolland-ride# As far as a place to eat I submit this casual

Re: [RBW] Re: Now taking a poll for the month of September SoCal Riv Ride Santa Monica

2013-09-15 Thread Hugh Smitham
, Hugh Smitham hughsmit...@gmail.com wrote: Hey SoCal Rivsters, Figured I'd update the poll and firm up the ride specifics. The poll is done and the winner is the 28th. Here is the ride thanks to Cyclotourist: http://www.bikely.com/maps/bike-path/Santa-Monica-Dirt-Mulolland-ride# As far

Re: [RBW] Re: Now taking a poll for the month of September SoCal Riv Ride Santa Monica

2013-09-15 Thread Hugh Smitham
? Is there enough street parking inland to accommodate us, or should we settle on a city lot on the west side? That may be more central to post-ride festivities. On 9/15/13, Hugh Smitham hughsmit...@gmail.com wrote: Hey Fellows, Let me know if you'd rather do street parking or the lot as I scoped

Re: [RBW] Re: Now taking a poll for the month of September SoCal Riv Ride Santa Monica

2013-09-16 Thread Hugh Smitham
on the west side? That may be more central to post-ride festivities. On 9/15/13, Hugh Smitham hughs...@gmail.com wrote: Hey Fellows, Let me know if you'd rather do street parking or the lot as I scoped out. David is submitting this as a choice: pete's on Montana 14th as a staging area

Re: [RBW] Re: SF Randonneurs Fall Populaire Report/Photos

2013-09-16 Thread Hugh Smitham
Hey Jim, Forgot to wish you Happy Birthday. Happy Birthday great way to celebrate another year with a ride. ~Hugh On Mon, Sep 16, 2013 at 8:49 AM, Cyclofiend Jim cyclofi...@earthlink.netwrote: Just got the email report from RBA Rob Hawks, who confirmed 95 started and ~50% (by show of hands

Re: [RBW] Re: RBW BUNCH WITHDRAWALS.

2013-09-19 Thread Hugh Smitham
Tony, that's surely the remedy :-) -Hugh On Sep 19, 2013 9:09 PM, Tony DeFilippo vpi...@gmail.com wrote: Perhaps a coded message that it's time to go for a bike ride... Try back later! :-) -- You received this message because you are subscribed to a topic in the Google Groups RBW Owners

Re: [RBW] RBW BUNCH WITHDRAWALS.

2013-09-19 Thread Hugh Smitham
That's it Phillip, around 3:30 to 4 pm nothing then blam! Back up sanity restored. Hey it gets me through the work day :-) -Hugh On Sep 19, 2013 10:06 PM, Philip Williamson philip.william...@gmail.com wrote: I haven't gotten that failure to load issue, but I read via email digests, and click

Re: [RBW] ISO 26 Tour Wheelset.

2013-09-25 Thread Hugh Smitham
And Doug is still in Europe. On Sep 24, 2013 9:48 PM, cyclotourist cyclotour...@gmail.com wrote: Nice set in Irvine: http://orangecounty.craigslist.org/bik/4082770016.html If you only knew someone in Irvine... On 9/24/13, hsmitham hughsmit...@gmail.com wrote: Hi Rivsters, ISO 26 touring

Re: [RBW] Re: ISO 26 Tour Wheelset.

2013-09-25 Thread Hugh Smitham
Bryan, I'm picking up a 56 cm Atlantis from Seattle and plan on doing some updates to the drive and toying with the idea of Albastashes. I'd like it set up for touring and rough stuff with it's capacity for fat tires. Then the AHH can be dedicated to more light weight duty. ~Hugh On Wed, Sep

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

2013-09-25 Thread Hugh Smitham
It's not so much we've been sold on something as being reassured you're maybe OK after all. Yes that's it isn't it. ~Hugh Hugh Sunland, Ca On Tue, Sep 24, 2013 at 5:02 AM, Michael Flournoy m...@sewlesstraveled.comwrote: Quote: a short beard wards off those people, especially if it's grey

Re: [RBW] Re: ISO 26 Tour Wheelset.

2013-09-25 Thread Hugh Smitham
Tom, Don't forget the Betty:-) Hugh Sunland, Ca On Wed, Sep 25, 2013 at 12:35 PM, Tom Virgil tevir...@gmail.com wrote: I think the Atlantis and your AHH will make for a nice stable of Rivs. Tom On Wednesday, September 25, 2013 10:51:26 AM UTC-7, hsmitham wrote: Bryan, I'm picking

[RBW] Fwd: ISO 26 Tour Wheelset.

2013-09-25 Thread Hugh Smitham
Hugh Sunland, Ca -- Forwarded message -- From: Hugh Smitham hughsmit...@gmail.com Date: Wed, Sep 25, 2013 at 11:27 AM Subject: Re: ISO 26 Tour Wheelset. To: allenmichael allenmich...@mac.com This list is great. I will respond to all in do time...just a bit on the busy side

Re: [RBW] Re: ISO 26 Tour Wheelset.

2013-09-25 Thread Hugh Smitham
Tom, I just didn't want you to forget my Wife's Betty :-) Though I can ride it as it's a 55 cm out of respect I''m giving letting my wife have Betty to her self. And yes I think the stable is going nicely...but this will be it for a good while, no more acquisitions unless of course the deal of

Re: [RBW] Re: FS B17 Special honey/copper

2013-10-06 Thread Hugh Smitham
Interesting note, I had a Brooks tan B17 13 to 15 years ago and didn't have the patients for it to supposedly break in and sold it, then tried one again this year on my AHH with padded underwear, comfortable but when I took the suggestion to discard the padded underwear and just wear the Devold or

Re: [RBW] FS: 60cm STT Sam Hillborne F/F +fenders + racks + wheels

2013-10-06 Thread Hugh Smitham
Just trying to help lighten your bank account ;-) Best, ~Hugh On Sun, Oct 6, 2013 at 6:51 PM, cyclotourist cyclotour...@gmail.com wrote: I could fit one, but it wouldn't be optimum. A 56 frame is spot on with a 59cm top tube. On 10/6/13, hsmitham hughsmit...@gmail.com wrote: David,

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