[RBW] Re: S24O video

2009-08-26 Thread Nick
thanks for the lnk! That was awesome and inspirational! On Aug 25, 11:39 pm, Mike mjawn...@gmail.com wrote: This isn't me or anything, I came across it. Really really cool and I think folks here will appreciate it. The bike is a Salsa Fargo which I would say is similar in spirit to a

[RBW] Re: I'm looking for a Nitto Stem with Less Reach

2009-09-02 Thread Nick
how much do you want for the stem? what condition is it in? On Sep 2, 1:49 pm, Tim timquij...@gmail.com wrote: I have a technomic deluxe 10cm stem. I am looking for something that gets the bars closer; such as a dirt drop, periscopa, or a shorter technomic (8cm).  I almost forgot, I need a

[RBW] Re: stickstand (the all-natural clickstand)

2009-09-03 Thread Nick
the lines on this atlantis - fenders, rack heights, etc. are fantastic! next time take a picture w/o bottles or pump pleaseI'd like to see it nekkid! On Sep 3, 12:15 am, erik jensen bicyclen...@gmail.com wrote: Behold;http://tinyurl.com/stickstand I wanted to prop up my bicycle on a

[RBW] Re: stickstand (the all-natural clickstand)

2009-09-03 Thread Nick
of the local MG club, with a few Triumphs sneaking in. Nick:  This is as close to nekkid as your fetish is gonna get! dougP On Sep 2, 10:15 pm, erik jensen bicyclen...@gmail.com wrote: Behold;http://tinyurl.com/stickstand I wanted to prop up my bicycle on a grassy knoll and all that was around

[RBW] WTB Phil Wood 32h 130 or 135mm Rear Cassette Hub

2010-02-02 Thread Nick
Does anyone have a Phil Wood 32 hole cassette rear hub in new or used condition they would like to sell? I will take a wheel or just the hub. Really looking for just the hub - but will take a wheel if that is what you have. If it is a wheel, I have no rim size preference b/c I will just cut out

[RBW] Re: Bianchi San Jose w/ SA S3X FOR SALE

2010-02-12 Thread Nick
Owners Bunch Subject: [RBW] Re: Bianchi San Jose w/ SA S3X FOR SALE Curious to here how the S3X rides.  I'm seriously thinking about putting one on the Quickbeam, but I'm waiting to read some feedback about the ratios and riding characteristics... On Feb 12, 10:52 am, Nick Marinelli countrybicy

[RBW] Re: FS: pedals, jersey, SPD mounts for road shoes, bottle cage miscellany, Pendleton jacket, more

2008-12-10 Thread Nick
Hey Patrick...is the NIP balaclava you have advertised today different than the one I just paid for? Just asking...not thinking you are doing anything nefarious...maybe you have a box of them for all I know!! Nick On Dec 10, 6:25 am, PATRICK MOORE [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: http

[RBW] Re: 132.5

2009-02-07 Thread Nick
I have a 130mm Phil free hub that I needed to respace to fit in my 135mm kogswell pr. I bought a longer axle end cap for the left (non- dive side of the hub). This pushed the hub center toward the right side. I redished the rim to get it back to center. This removed some dish from the driveside

[RBW] Re: 132.5

2009-02-07 Thread Nick
Oh yeah...I used to have a Ram and I never found the extra 2.5mm a problem with removal or replacement. BTW...the Phil hub I described in a previous post is the one that used to be on the Ram and I did respace it for the Kogs On Feb 7, 2:20 pm, Bob Cooper robertcoo...@frontiernet.net wrote:

[RBW] Re: FS: New Nokian Hakkapeliitta 700x35c W106 Studded Tires, $90

2009-02-12 Thread Nick
I'll take them for 90 if you include shipping On Feb 12, 2:31 pm, Dave C david.charles.carr...@gmail.com wrote: My wife gave me a pair of studded tires for my Atlantis, but we don't have enough icy conditions to warrant the purchase.  These are new tires, never mounted are used.  These are

[RBW] Re: FS: Nitto 626 Crystal Fellow

2011-04-19 Thread Nick
Ill take it - do you have pics? how bad is it scratched? On Apr 19, 8:49 am, GSE g...@eldridgelawoffice.com wrote: I have a Nitto Dynamic 626 Crystal Fellow Seatpost for sale.  27.2 x 300 mm.  It has been previously installed on a box and is very good used condition.  $50.00 including shipping

[RBW] Re: Inquiry re Sagging Selle AnAtomica

2011-05-24 Thread Nick
Mine appeared to sag fast also. It is also very squeaky. I surmised that with the squeaks and the fast sagging I was actually inadvertently turning the adjustment bolt inward as I rode! I screwed the bolt all the way in to detach the nose from the bolt head, removed the bolt, heated it slightly

[RBW] Miyata 1000 for sale in North Bay, CA

2011-07-08 Thread Nick
I am selling an '84 Miyata 1000 in Santa Rosa with all-original components (incl. Deer Head derailleurs). This is a wonderful bike, great on long loaded tours or overnight dirt-trail excursions. The only reason I'm considering a sale is I want to put down the money on a custom frame. I am

[RBW] Re: Did you have a 2018 cycling goal? Did you achieve it?

2018-12-15 Thread nick
So my goal was to be more present in my life outside of cycling while still putting in miles. I will hit 6,000 miles in the next 1-2 rides but my goal was to maintain 100 miles a week without putting a strain on my personal life and I think I've done that. The last few years I've worked 40+

[RBW] Re: How do you track your mileage?

2018-12-15 Thread nick
I have a Garmin 520 which I use with Strava. It's one of the few social media platforms I enjoy. I use the 520 for navigation with Strava's route mapping function and then use Strava to remember my rides. I really enjoy being able to go back and look at unique, memorable rides I did. I rode

Re: [RBW] FS: Ron's Ortho, Ritchey, Real, XTR, VO, Paul

2023-08-30 Thread Nick A.
+1! On Wednesday, August 30, 2023 at 11:42:59 PM UTC-4 brok...@gmail.com wrote: > PM sent! > > On Aug 30, 2023, at 11:18 PM, Eliot B wrote: > > Hey All, > > > I'm probably going to regret this but I assembled what is in my opinion, > the best possible flat bar setup. Vintage machined aluminum

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

2023-10-04 Thread Nick A.
wet come into play. Nick Falls Church VA On Wednesday, October 4, 2023 at 10:03:34 AM UTC-4 pi...@gmail.com wrote: > On Tuesday, October 3, 2023 at 3:27:09 PM UTC-7 divis...@gmail.com wrote: > > > Over the last few months, I've flatted three or four times on the RHes; > clearly

[RBW] Re: Rear derailleur for Deore XT M8000 11-speed 11-42 w silver2 shifters

2023-08-27 Thread Nick A.
This may be a job for the new Acera M-3020 RD! Russ (previously mentioned) has a great video where he tries it on a number of different setups and it seems to run 42T with aplomb. On Sunday, August 27, 2023 at 3:15:50 PM UTC-4 krhe...@gmail.com wrote: > [image: greg_L_rig - 51 cog mullet from

Re: [RBW] Dura-Ace and Japanese Recycling

2022-12-06 Thread Nick A.
Dave - I'm running a 46/30 on my Atlantis with a Shimano 600 tricolor FD and if works splendidly. Nick near D.C. On Monday, December 5, 2022 at 2:48:03 PM UTC-5 David Hallerman wrote: > That’s much like how I’ve found Dura-Ace FDs of that era, the originally > 8-speed 7410 in sp

[RBW] Re: SunTour Rachet Bar Ends shifting a Modern RD - Need to Trim??

2022-11-27 Thread Nick A.
I'm currently running Suntour bar-ends with an otherwise Shimano 2x9 speed system. And yes, it occasionally requires trimming. Most of the cassette needs 2 clicks, but a couple require 3. Hope that's helpful. On Sunday, November 27, 2022 at 7:21:33 PM UTC-5 John Hawrylak wrote: > IF I use my

[RBW] Re: WTB/ISO Paul Thumbie adapter for Silver shifters

2022-11-14 Thread Nick A.
I've had good luck with the Velo Orange thumbie adapters. On Monday, November 14, 2022 at 7:45:24 PM UTC-5 jcbrya...@gmail.com wrote: > With as many Thumbies as there are out there, I sure wish these were > available. I know there are other options that are made specifically for > the

[RBW] PSA re: Mini-V's on 2022 Atlantis models

2023-03-23 Thread Nick A.
. Best, Nick -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web vi

[RBW] PSA re: mini-v brakes on newer Atlantis models

2023-03-23 Thread Nick A.
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[RBW] Re: "You need 7 bikes" article

2023-03-29 Thread Nick A.
Thanks for finding that, Eric! ...could someone educate me on the term "bomber" in this context? On Wednesday, March 29, 2023 at 8:16:47 PM UTC-4 eric...@gmail.com wrote: > Hi Tom — This appeared as a little blurb in Rivendell Reader No. 42 on > page 6 (online in the Rivendell archive here >

[RBW] Re: "You need 7 bikes" article

2023-03-29 Thread Nick A.
I surely appreciate your dedication. Your definition makes sense, given the idea of "bombing down a hill" klunker-style. On Wednesday, March 29, 2023 at 8:29:14 PM UTC-4 eric...@gmail.com wrote: > Yeah! It took more looking than I want to admit, I was going back and > forth between my catalog

Re: [RBW] Nicest silver Tektro upright canti brake levers?

2023-07-04 Thread Nick A.
I much like the FL750s. On Monday, July 3, 2023 at 8:35:21 PM UTC-4 Garth wrote: > Of course I'm gonna say the reverso RX4.1 in all silver are the nicest ! > > https://i.ebayimg.com/images/g/nTMAAOSwiL9ij2Qk/s-l500.jpg > > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google

[RBW] Re: Let’s say I made my Clem into a “gravel bike”

2023-06-03 Thread Nick A.
. On Saturday, June 3, 2023 at 7:45:36 PM UTC-4 Nick Payne wrote: > Mudguards are OK until you encounter mud :-), and then they jam up. On > this ride I was having to stop every five or ten minutes to clear the mud > out from between the tyre and mudguard, as it was making forward motion > m

[RBW] Re: Have you tried MKS Seahorse pedals

2023-08-02 Thread Nick A.
I'm also very curious, especially as it may compare to the Lambda. TIA! Nick in Falls Church VA On Wednesday, August 2, 2023 at 8:11:27 PM UTC-4 Paul Richardson wrote: > Hi > > If anyone has ridden the MKS Seahorse > <https://www.mkspedal.com/?q=en/product/node/436> ped

Re: [RBW] FS: EVERYTHING! Lots of parts and tools

2023-07-28 Thread Nick A.
PM'D! On Friday, July 28, 2023 at 5:03:24 PM UTC-4 bryan...@gmail.com wrote: > Sent an email on a few things! > > On Friday, July 28, 2023 at 3:53:26 PM UTC-4 rmro...@gmail.com wrote: > >> PM sent on Silver shifters. >> >> Sent from my iPhone >> >> On Jul 28, 2023, at 2:28 PM, twowheeledtexan

[RBW] Re: FS: Brooks C17

2023-07-24 Thread Nick A.
Sale pending, thanks all! On Monday, July 24, 2023 at 6:46:28 PM UTC-4 Nick A. wrote: > Hello riv friends, I'm selling a standard C17. It's been barely ridden but > has a bit of shop wear on the nose. I'm asking $75 shipped in the lower 48. > > Thanks! > Nick > > [image

[RBW] Re: ISO/WTB/WTT: SUPPLE VITESSE SL 700C X 48

2023-06-18 Thread Nick A.
Hey Patrick, I sent you a PM. On Sunday, June 18, 2023 at 4:25:29 PM UTC-4 Patrick Moore wrote: > I am on the fence about switching from ultralight Big Ones to these, and I > guess that a discounted used price might tip me over on the "buy" side of > the fence. > > Note that I want the

[RBW] Re: Atlantis touch up paint?

2023-06-23 Thread Nick A.
+1! On Friday, June 23, 2023 at 2:39:44 PM UTC-4 cbala...@gmail.com wrote: > Anyone have a bottle of Testors 2135 they would be willing to part with? > Can't seem to find any available - if you've got a source, let me know! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google

[RBW] Re: Susie Build

2024-02-07 Thread Nick A.
There is nothing quite like the look of a fillet-brazed ATB. Beautiful build. On Wednesday, February 7, 2024 at 6:21:32 PM UTC-5 DTL wrote: > That is a handsome bike! > Did you set the Cliffhangers up tubeless? If so how did it go? > On Thursday, February 8, 2024 at 8:23:06 AM UTC+11 Ben Hannon

Re: [RBW] A Homer Hill build....

2023-11-28 Thread Nick A.
Hi Sarah, I also fuel my engine with pie and love the triple crank on my commuter. It's 48-34-28, with a 12-36 9sp in rear. I love it and use that 34t all the time to push around. Just the right range for hilly Northern VA. Nick in Falls Church On Tuesday, November 28, 2023 at 7:47:53 PM UTC-5

[RBW] Re: Compliments

2023-11-16 Thread Nick A.
I've been lucky enough here in the D.C. area to receive a number of compliments for my Atlantis while out and about. Notably, many of the complimenters are gentleman older than I that always wanted a Riv but for whatever reason never pulled the trigger. Or, have never seen them in real life.

Re: [RBW] Re: Ride Report - First Century on my Atlantis - and at all

2023-11-18 Thread Nick A.
back roads to the Point of Rocks Bridge, which is very traffic-laden and sketchy. There's one walkway on the northbound side about 30" wide and elevated 10" from the road. In hindsight, I should have walked it! https://strava.app.link/rGHbmmzVPEb — Point of Rocks Loop Century Nick in

[RBW] Re: Ride Report - First Century on my Atlantis - and at all

2023-11-17 Thread Nick A.
You're all such a good bunch. Thanks for such supportive posts. Scott -- It may interest you to know that NOVA parks is, at long last, building a W trail bridge over Whiele Avenue. On Friday, November 17, 2023 at 3:49:13 PM UTC-5 RichS wrote: > Nick, > > Congratulations on comple

Re: [RBW] Re: Ride Report - First Century on my Atlantis - and at all

2023-11-21 Thread Nick A.
I >> already make the trip once a year, so I have no problem doing it for a bike >> meetup! >> >> On Nov 19, 2023, at 5:04 PM, Eric Marth wrote: >> >> Looks fab, Nick. I've ridden just a little bit of the W out of >> Arlington to Mt. Vernon. I'm down the

[RBW] Re: Possum

2024-02-29 Thread Nick A.
Hi Pam, hope you had a lovely ride. Thanks for sharing the look of the much-shorter-snouted island cousin of our usual fare here in the US. Nick A in Falls Church VA On Thursday, February 29, 2024 at 7:46:05 PM UTC-5 Pam Bikes wrote: > Yesterday I took a day trip from Charlotte to Burling

Re: [RBW] Best Rivendell for pavement riding

2024-03-02 Thread Nick A.
. Not the fastest car on the road by any means, but it was like driving a living room sofa. Such a unique and wonderful experience. That, to me, has been my experience with the Atlantis. Rides like a Cadillac. Nick in Falls Church, about 3k miles into the experience with my 2022 Atlantis. Best of luck

[RBW] Re: Rivendells in South Korea

2024-04-22 Thread Nick A.
Very glad to see you over here Marcus. Love your work, thank you for bringing us along. I agree with Jay; as someone who lives over in the DC area of the USA, it's a real treat to see your cool part of the world. Best, Nick in Falls Church VA On Monday, April 22, 2024 at 9:54:43 PM UTC-4 Jay

[RBW] Re: Rivendell Roadbike Curious

2024-04-22 Thread Nick A.
"Me: Well…not necessarily. I have to weigh out all the pros and cons, you see." Lol yep. To quote The Dude, "the ins, the outs, the what-have-yous..." Also one enjoying this conversation. Nick "definitely totally haven't had to talk about bikes in this way with my

[RBW] Re: 34 T cassette deraailleur clearance

2024-04-14 Thread Nick A.
Hey there Bernard. Not sure about the answer to your first question but shifting under load always kinda changes the situation a bit in my experience. As for the Altus, I'm running an 11-34 10s cassette via friction and it works a treat. Happy shifting! Nick in FC On Sunday, April 14, 2024

[RBW] Re: Parts for Sale

2024-04-26 Thread Nick A.
PM sent! Nick in Falls Church VA On Thursday, April 25, 2024 at 11:48:40 AM UTC-4 John Rinker wrote: > Thank you Doug. I'll let this beauty go to someone else the group. Good > luck with your sale! > > Cheers, John > > On Thursday, April 25, 2024 at 7:38:54 AM UTC-7 Doug H

Re: [RBW] Re: Used but good ASC hub for $139 shipped from England, with usable shifter

2024-04-24 Thread Nick A.
Hiya Patrick, As someone who lives and rides in the wet and crowded Mid-Atlantic, I'm always interested to see what someone in the high desert gets excited about. IGH, tubeless, it goes on. Happy that you're sharing. It's why I'm here. Best Nick "tubes and sometimes fenders"

[RBW] Re: Pasela Question

2009-06-29 Thread Nick Bull
I found the TServ's very dicey in wet conditions. They're sluggish because they're very rugged and the profile is somewhat pointed instead of being nicely rounded. Perhaps unfairly, I view them as being partially responsible for a nasty crash on an off-camber turn in the pouring rain -- so I

[RBW] Re: SS Recommendations

2009-09-24 Thread Nick Bull
/whatever then I can replace it on short notice. My bike had SS couplers installed at the manufacturer (Gunnar). If I were getting a retrofit, I'd go with Bilenky, but that's partly because he's fairly near by. Nick On Sep 23, 11:41 pm, AJ flyfisherman.cad...@gmail.com wrote: Howdy folks, I'd like

[RBW] Re: Selle Anatomica

2009-09-27 Thread Nick Bull
When you say older Robusto -- are you talking about the saddles that S-A used to convert from Brooks? Or are you talking about their current saddles that are made in Wisconsin and are not converted Brooks? On Sep 27, 1:39 pm, MichaelH mhech...@gmail.com wrote: I can't tell you how a slotted

[RBW] WTB or WTT Nitto M-12 Rack

2010-01-12 Thread Nick Marinelli
Hi everybody - I am looking for a good used Nitto M-12 rack to buy or possible trade for a CETMA platform rack in very good condition custom made fo me with a 12x12 platform and single upright powdercoated a bright silver. Pictures provided upon request. Thanks in advance PS - I also have a 56cm

[RBW] Bianchi San Jose w/ SA S3X FOR SALE

2010-02-12 Thread Nick Marinelli
here: http://www.flickr.com/photos/37017...@n02/sets/72157623243542956/ Thanks for looking and please do not hesitate to write with any questions! Nick Marinelli -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send

[RBW] Re: Riv on Kingsbury Grade

2009-03-15 Thread Nick P
Perhaps try Reno missed connections on Craigslist: http://reno.craigslist.org/mis/ On Mar 14, 8:18 pm, Ray r.sh...@sbcglobal.net wrote: Was it anyone from this forum nearing the top of Kingsbury Grade toward South Lake Tahoe at 3:00 pm on Friday?  Regardless, nice looking Rivendell, rider.  

[RBW] Re: Toe in or not toe in

2009-04-24 Thread Nick P
. I have heard of folks using the Kool-Stop ThinLine pads on Oryx brakes. I don't know how those perform sonically. Good luck. Nick P Chicago On Apr 24, 12:43 am, william furlonger furlon...@gmail.com wrote: Does denatured alcohol have any deleterious effect on tire rubber? Thanks, Bill in San

[RBW] Survey for Commuters and Practical Riders

2009-05-05 Thread Nick P
ride for practical and transportation reasons. This should only take about ten minutes. HERE IS THE LINK http://www.zoomerang.com/Survey/?p=WEB22942Y7R2KR HUGE THANKS, Nick P Chicago, IL --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed

Re: [RBW] Re: One Bike Concept

2013-03-26 Thread Nick Payne
she's getting there. And to round things out, we have the touring tandem and the go-fast tandem. Nick -- 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

Re: [RBW] Horizontal Drop outs??? was: Bombadil v. 2.0 and new Fatty Rumpkins

2013-03-26 Thread Nick Payne
You don't need a tensioner to use single speed or internally geared hub with vertical dropouts. You can use a ghost chainring - an old granny chainring will do the trick. Google the term to find some pictures. http://www.mtbr.com/ssfaqcrx.aspx#ssConversionsChainTension has useful information

Re: [RBW] Re: Plastic Fenders and Hetres

2013-03-26 Thread Nick Payne
Here are some pictures of 55mm SKS fenders over Hetres on a Bleriot: https://picasaweb.google.com/100520469917381690611/Bleriot?authkey=Gv1sRgCI-HxrWW9e2yKA# On 25/03/13 07:48, Alex R wrote: Hi Daniel, I use SKS P50 mudguards with my Hetres, and they fit well. SKS recommends the P50 for

Re: [RBW] Question 27 wheel conversion to 700c wheels and maybe to 650b

2013-03-26 Thread Nick Payne
On 26/03/13 12:18, hsmitham wrote: Hey Folks, First can a bike with 27 wheels (630mm) be converted to 700c ( 622mm) essentially 8mm difference smaller wheel diameter. What would be the best Canti breaks to use? And can a 27 wheel be converted to a 650B? There is a 46mm difference between 27

Re: [RBW] Re: ...and speaking of the Large Saddlesack...

2013-03-26 Thread Nick Payne
I put a leather strap around the tab on the saddlebag and that part of the rack to stop the bag swaying. Like so: http://www.users.on.net/~njpayne/bikestuff/DSC00090.JPG http://www.users.on.net/%7Enjpayne/bikestuff/DSC00090.JPG On 26/03/13 07:00, PATRICK MOORE wrote: Here is an extreme and

Re: [RBW] Shimano bar-end shifters Albatross bars for commuting

2013-03-28 Thread Nick Payne
index either six or seven speed (you turn a tab on the outside of the shifter mount to the setting you want). Nick -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email

Re: [RBW] Re: 7 speed Dura Ace indexing versus 7 speed Shimano non-DA indexing

2013-03-29 Thread Nick Payne
No, it was the amount of cable pulled for each shift that was different prior to the introduction of 9-speed SIS. The cog spacing was the same between Dura-ace and other shimano cassettes with the same number of cogs. See http://sheldonbrown.com/dura-ace.html. On 30/03/13 03:00, Joe Bernard

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

2013-03-30 Thread Nick Worthington
Here's me on my Rom. (Have changed the front rack since then.) http://www.flickr.com/photos/14724719@N08/8128650274/in/photostream Nick W. On Thursday, March 28, 2013 5:41:47 PM UTC-7, Michael wrote: We always post pics of our bikes, but rarely us on them. Post some pics of yourself

Re: [RBW] Repainted and rebuilt low trail Hunqapillar

2013-03-31 Thread Nick Payne
bikes - the black is starting to show through. The only Brooks saddles I've owned that retain their original colour with long use are in either honey, brown, or black. The other colours seem to be a finish applied on top of a black saddle. Nick On 31/03/13 17:33, Brian Hanson wrote: I am a fan

Re: [RBW] Recommended 26 tires

2013-04-02 Thread Nick Payne
We use Panaracer Hi-Road 26x1.75 on our touring tandem. They're a pretty nice tyre - don't know how the price compares with the Schwalbe. They're also available in 1.5 size. You can also get Pasela in 26x1.75 - eg:

Re: [RBW] Re: Experimenting with crank length

2013-04-02 Thread Nick Payne
On 03/04/13 04:13, Jim Thill - Hiawatha Cyclery wrote: I believe our perceptions are altered by the unnaturally narrow selection of crank options. In this world, 170 is the middle; 175 is long; and 165 is short. That is equivalent to mosf bikes being available in 55, 56, and 57 cm frame

[RBW] Re: What's the Biggest Advantage of Stem-mounted Shifters?

2013-04-04 Thread Nick Worthington
limited routing to along the chainstay. Nick Worthington On Wednesday, April 3, 2013 6:57:09 PM UTC-7, Jan Heine wrote: I wonder why few bikes in recent years have put the shifters on the top tube. That was common in the 1930s, when most cyclotourists rode in a more upright position

Re: [RBW] Re: Sidepull brakes versus Cantilevers

2013-04-07 Thread Nick Payne
From personal experience I would say that with good brakes, centre of gravity is the limiting factor, particularly on a bike with no luggage on the rear. You can brake hard enough to go over the handlebars. I've done it when brainless motorists have put me on a collision course with them, and

[RBW] Re: Hey I know this tall fello

2013-04-08 Thread Nick Worthington
I was there! Really nice to meet, and talk with, Amit! Nick On Monday, April 8, 2013 3:24:32 PM UTC-7, Manuel Acosta wrote: Checking out flickr I found this guy during the Sac Tweed Ride... http://flic.kr/p/e9HvEp -- You received this message because you are subscribed

[RBW] Re: Hetre gash: to replace or not replace?

2013-04-10 Thread Nick Payne
Boot the cut inside with a piece of casing cut from an old tyre and use Shoe Goo (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shoe_Goo) to fill the cut in the tread. On Wednesday, 10 April 2013 08:53:23 UTC+10, john muhl wrote: If these weren't brand new I'd replace it without second thought but the

[RBW] Re: Decent $500-$600 off the shelf bike???

2013-04-10 Thread Nick Worthington
Lot's of good advice here already. Additional 2-cents: Missing Link in Berkeley is having their annual Trek Fest sale - might be something there. We had a used Bikes Direct Daws as my son's first road bike - was decent, but had the aforementioned low end parts. He currently has a KHS

Re: [RBW] Re: Hetre gash: to replace or not replace?

2013-04-11 Thread Nick Payne
I was cycling with my brother in Switzerland a few years back, and he got a cut in the side-wall of his tyre big enough for my little finger to fit through. I asked if he had a banknote on him, and he produced a 200 franc note, which I used to boot the tyre. We only re-inflated it to about 30 psi

Re: [RBW] New Bike Fitting System

2013-04-13 Thread Nick Worthington
Since you asked: https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=353135998090454set=a.127038134033576.21586.11821707336type=3theater Nick W. On Saturday, April 13, 2013 11:36:37 AM UTC-7, Michael wrote: I wonder what people did back around 1900 for fitting? -- You received this message because

[RBW] Re: Saddle bags...do you leave 'em on or take 'em off when out in public?

2013-04-19 Thread Nick Payne
I've used the Nitto saddlebag grip on several bikes ( http://www.rivbike.com/product-p/r13.htm), which works well, and on saddles where the Nitto unit won't fit, which is probably the case with a sprung saddle, I've used the Carradice SQR (

Re: [RBW] Barefoot Friendly Pedals

2013-04-20 Thread Nick Payne
You could try a downhill pedal like the nukeproof electron, which has a nylon body. The metal pins that are meant to grip shoe soles can all be removed with a small allen key, to leave a pretty smooth body. Photo of them here: http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/Images/Models/Original/60114.jpg

[RBW] Re: Handlebar Bag Recommendations?

2013-04-20 Thread Nick Worthington
around the headtube. Nick W. On Saturday, April 20, 2013 3:24:03 PM UTC-7, Deacon Patrick wrote: I'm currently using an xs saddlebag as my handlebar bag, but would love something a wee bit bigger with an easy access map pocket (I have the map case Riv. sells, so that's covered). I've been

[RBW] Re: Yet another post on shimmy

2013-04-22 Thread Nick Payne
A fix that frequently works to get rid of shimmy is to use a Stronglight needle roller bearing headset, as the bearing friction is greater than that of an annular ball-bearing setup. Unfortunately they're no longer in production, but if you hunt around they're still available. Look for an A9

[RBW] Re: Cycling computers

2013-04-29 Thread Nick Payne
I use Google Tracks on my phone. Most modern smartphones have GPS. -- 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: Cycling computers

2013-04-29 Thread Nick Worthington
I have a Lucas cyclometer and a pocket watch on one of my bikes - but I mostly use MapMyRide on my smartphone :.) Nick On Sunday, April 28, 2013 11:13:52 AM UTC-7, john wrote: Hi all. Thought I'd ask all of you who use computers for recomendations. I've been on the fence about using

Re: [RBW] Cycling Apps

2013-05-04 Thread Nick Payne
Is the Google app My Tracks available for iPhone? It's what I use on my Android, it's free, and it does what you're asking. http://www.google.com/mobile/mytracks/ On Sat, May 4, 2013 at 3:49 PM, Andrew McGinley a...@spiritui.com wrote: Forgive me if this is a tired topic, but I'd love to have

Re: [RBW] anybody do yellow tape on a ahh?

2013-05-04 Thread Nick Payne
I used speckled tape - mostly yellow with a bit of black - on my Bleriot. Photo here: https://picasaweb.google.com/100520469917381690611/Bleriot650B?authkey=Gv1sRgCKf5oICHh6WXQA#5533178535725403314 -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch

Re: [RBW] Re: Looking for Velo Orange Crank FS

2013-05-08 Thread Nick Worthington
Eric: In case it matters, VO did make a single-speed ring for this crankset. I just happen to have a spare 46 toothed one. Nick W. On Wednesday, May 8, 2013 3:58:20 PM UTC-7, Eric Norris wrote: Matt: Thanks for the link to the photos. I'd be setting this up with just the large

[RBW] Re: Any advice for a Riv-friendly (roof) bicycle rack?

2013-05-14 Thread Nick Payne
Have a look here: http://www.users.on.net/~njpayne/bikestuff/TandemRoofrack.jpg. It cost me about $20 to build and works fine for single bikes as well as tandems. It's just a piece of 100x30 timber with smaller pieces at each end forming a slot for the tyres to sit in. The timber is fastened

[RBW] Re: San Juan Islands Tour Advice

2013-05-15 Thread Nick Worthington
ride the Goose. *http://tinyurl.com/bsf4vkz* Nick W. On Wednesday, May 15, 2013 9:03:14 AM UTC-7, shawn m. wrote: Bear in mind that if you decide to take in Victoria, BC, you'll have to depart from Anacortes directly, but it's totally worth it; both for Victoria and the ferry ride

Re: [RBW] Nitto Saddlebag Grip - now question about VO loop add-ons

2013-05-16 Thread Nick Worthington
VO just announced a new bag loop http://velo-orange.blogspot.com/2013/05/bag-loops.html not in stock yet. I've used their old ones, which did move around some, but they did the job. Nick W. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch

Re: [RBW] Re: What is the Rivish upgrade from Synergy rims?

2013-05-19 Thread Nick Payne
I had to get a replacement Synergy OCR rim from Velocity because the original rim cracked around several of the eyelets. I've also found that the Synergy rims in 650b are not very consistent in their diameter. Different Synergy rims that I've purchased at different times have varied in outer

[RBW] Re: Internet sales tax Rivendell...thoughts?

2013-05-20 Thread Nick Worthington
I'd have to find the actual legislation, and check, but I believe there is a threshold annual sales amount. Smaller businesses, I think it was below a million in annual sales, are supposed to be exempt. Nick W. On Monday, May 20, 2013 9:42:45 AM UTC-7, Eric wrote: Despite opposition

[RBW] Re: Installing Cork grips for bar ends tip needed please...

2013-05-22 Thread Nick Worthington
The bar-ends should keep them from slipping off, and you can snug the brake levers up aginst them to stop them sliding forward. They will still rotate on the bars, but you could try maskng tape underneath them to reduce that. Nick W On Wednesday, May 22, 2013 2:02:55 PM UTC-7, Michael wrote

[RBW] Re: Anybody ordering to enter the Sam/Betty raffle? And usual excellent customer service from Riv folks

2013-06-01 Thread Nick Worthington
A pair of the tan Little-Big Bens for my wife's Betty, and a Brooks Flyer Select for me. Not sure which frame we'll choose - Sam for our kid? Betty for me? Nick W. On Friday, May 31, 2013 10:00:39 PM UTC-7, Joe Bernard wrote: A B17 Select, extra bracket for my recently purchased Cygolite

[RBW] Re: Oiling a Select saddle

2013-06-02 Thread Nick Worthington
I've been proofiding mine since I got it last month. It's starting to take on a nice amber tone. As to whether one should, I don't have an answer.. Nick W. On Sunday, June 2, 2013 7:38:21 PM UTC-7, Joe Bernard wrote: Are the care needs of an undyed Brooks Select saddle any different

Re: [RBW] Re: Crank Design

2013-06-03 Thread Nick Worthington
its position better. Nick W On Monday, June 3, 2013 3:49:01 PM UTC-7, Eric Norris wrote: I'm running a Velo Orange Grand Cru 50.4BCD crankset with a single chainring ( http://store.velo-orange.com/index.php/components/cranksets/grand-cru-50-4bcd-crankset-mkii.html) on my Quickbeam

Re: [RBW] Albas...steel or aluminum? Please help me decide...

2013-06-06 Thread Nick Worthington
Michael: Glad to know it's not me :.) My steel bosco's are still slipping. I'm wondering if something like Loctite will help Nick W. On Wednesday, June 5, 2013 11:59:16 AM UTC-7, ccanter wrote: Michael, I have both. The only difference I can tell, other than the weight, and I

[RBW] Re: Tire Gods: 1, Me: 0

2012-06-16 Thread Nick Bull
a 600km brevet, the Pari-Motos just can't be beat. They are nearly as plush feeling as the Hetre's, but noticeably lighter and faster rolling. But you give up some life expectancy, so you really only want them on your bike for the serious events. Nick On Thursday, June 14, 2012 5:56:20 PM UTC-4

[RBW] Re: seeking mixed terrain ride reports near olympia, rainier, gifford pinchot, hood, deschutes, crater lake, and klamath

2012-06-26 Thread Nick Johnson
://www.nationalforeststore.com/merchant.mvc?Screen=CTGYStore_Code=NFSCategory_Code=R6RD Can't wait for the photos! Nick On Sunday, June 24, 2012 4:55:31 PM UTC-7, bicyc...@gmail.com wrote: Finished a contract, and it's time to leave town. Why not for a few weeks? I've thrown together

Re: [RBW] Re: [650B] ISO: lycra shorts without the diaper pad...

2012-06-26 Thread Nick Worthington
Have you looked at Kucharik? They do traditional chamois liners. Haven't purchased from them myself, but I have my eye on their traditional wool shorts. http://www.kucharikclothing.com/index.php Nick W. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW

[RBW] Trade my large MUSA shorts for your mediums?

2012-07-31 Thread Nick Johnson
sauce on them. :) I will take either old or new MUSA mediums. Let me know the color and maybe we can do a trade. Last thing- I am touring all weekend, so if I don't reply after Wednesday night, that's why. Back on Monday. Nick -- You received this message because you are subscribed

[RBW] Re: Doesn't anyone make a 5 speed cassette anymore?

2012-08-10 Thread Nick Worthington
They made 5 speed cassettes for Uniglide hubs [I have one] but you'd have to do a lot of futzing to make it work on a Hyperglide one. Nick W. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit https

[RBW] Re: Beater Crankset Broken... Saving for Rivendell... Help?

2012-09-06 Thread Nick Worthington
+1 for Street Level Cycles. Good folks there. I go down there when I need odd parts, or specialized tools like headset and cotter pin presses. Nick W. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web

[RBW] Re: Rivish LBS in Flagstaff?

2012-09-08 Thread Nick Worthington
Thanks Jim! Our friend is indeed fortunate in her new job, but we'll miss her here in the SF Bay area. Nick W. On Wednesday, September 5, 2012 2:43:54 PM UTC-7, Jim Cloud wrote: I don't live in Flagstaff, although I've traveled there on numerous occasion (not on bike related trips

[RBW] Re: What Is Your Moustache Attitude?

2012-09-08 Thread Nick Worthington
find I like them fine, so I haven't swapped them for M-bars. Went to the mustache bars originally due to tendinitis in my hands, but that's cleared up (mostly), and I can deal with drops now. Nick W. On Thursday, September 6, 2012 10:32:35 PM UTC-7, Eric Norris wrote: Parallel

[RBW] Re: OT: Advice on trailer hitch mounted bicycle racks

2012-09-24 Thread Nick Worthington
mentioned), so we went to a 4 bike carrier, and re-spaced the cradles for our three bikes. Haven't used the new set up enough to tell if the scraping problem has been solved. Nick W. On Sunday, September 23, 2012 7:09:52 PM UTC-7, Scot Brooks wrote: trailer hitch and bike rack -- You received

[RBW] Re: Rear Fender Light - Installation Questions

2012-10-29 Thread Nick Worthington
is going onto a new bike, which will have Longboards. Nick W. On Sunday, October 28, 2012 5:26:46 PM UTC-7, Kelly wrote: Light I'm installing is a Busch Müller 4D Lite Plus. I put one of these on a Long Board against recommendations and it seems to work fine. Bright and more than capable

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