[RBW] Thinking of a Riv

2016-05-25 Thread Tim Butterfield
I've been thinking of getting a Rivendell bicycle for a long time. I first joined this group to lurk back in 2010 and have been a member and sometimes lurker since then. But, I had not made the commitment and purchased a Riv. The closest I came was getting a Velo-Orange Rando. That was sort

Re: [RBW] Thinking of a Riv

2016-05-25 Thread Tim Butterfield
Thanks, Joe. I did have DT shifters on a bike I had for a couple years as a teen, but that's long ago enough for the muscle memory to have forgotten. I'm leaning towards brifters, but didn't want to exclude the DT or bar ends without due consideration. If I go with brifters again, I'm not sure o

Re: [RBW] Thinking of a Riv

2016-05-25 Thread Tim Butterfield
Nice dream, Drew. For me, being local, I can ride on the other islands and still take the ferry back home at night. So, I don't really need full tour capabilities. If I were to bike and travel, my disabled wife would likely accompany me in the truck, reducing my need to lug tour stuff on the bik

Re: [RBW] Thinking of a Riv

2016-05-26 Thread Tim Butterfield
Doug, Security is somewhat of a worry. The bike is just outside of our RV door and our German Shepherd barks at most things that move around us. Noisy gravel provides some alert for movement outside. There is a covered cabana with a picnic table in it. A Topeak cover is over the bike and it is

Re: [RBW] Thinking of a Riv

2016-05-26 Thread Tim Butterfield
n. On Wed, May 25, 2016 at 11:25 PM, Tim Butterfield wrote: > On Wed, May 25, 2016 at 10:45 PM, Tim Butterfield < > timbutterfi...@gmail.com> wrote: > >> One thing I have noticed from the bike pictures that included bar end >> shifters is there seems to be more cab

Re: [RBW] Thinking of a Riv

2016-05-26 Thread Tim Butterfield
> I went from brifters to bar ends and I loved bar ends at first shift. For some reason I find them more fun to use than brifters. That is an interesting observation. Thanks. One thing I have noticed from the bike pictures that included bar end shifters is there seems to be more cable looped in

Re: [RBW] Thinking of a Riv

2016-05-26 Thread Tim Butterfield
On Wed, May 25, 2016 at 10:45 PM, Tim Butterfield wrote: > One thing I have noticed from the bike pictures that included bar end > shifters is there seems to be more cable looped in front of the bars. If I > decide to add a front rack and bag later, would that extra cable

Re: [RBW] Thinking of a Riv

2016-05-26 Thread Tim Butterfield
Wow. So many great comments. Thanks everyone. It's given me a lot to think about. I'll try to reply to a bunch of the comments. Thanks again. Tim On Wed, May 25, 2016 at 7:14 PM, Tim Butterfield wrote: > I've been thinking of getting a Rivendell bicycle for a long time.

Re: [RBW] Re: Thinking of a Riv

2016-05-26 Thread Tim Butterfield
On Thu, May 26, 2016 at 6:18 AM, Belopsky wrote: > As to wear issues or weather, I wouldn't want to leave an AHH outside for > long for many reasons...One of the reasons I sold my Hillborne was because > I was commuting to work and it was too pretty to lock up, and bringing it > in was annoying -

Re: [RBW] Re: Thinking of a Riv

2016-05-26 Thread Tim Butterfield
d to beat the look of down tubes, > IMHO, tho. > > You can also consider thumbies or stem-mounted shifters (in addition to > bar ends or brifters). > > Wear issues: as long as the bike is out of the rain when stored, I > wouldn't worry too much. Are you concerned about t

Re: [RBW] Re: Thinking of a Riv

2016-05-26 Thread Tim Butterfield
Brian, Thanks for that info. I think the possibility of maybe wanting a rack in future may rule out the Roadeo. I don't know that I'll want racks, but it's certainly possible. So, I think this narrows down my choice to the AHH. Yeah. One more decision done. :) Thanks. Tim On Thu, May 26, 2

Re: [RBW] Re: Thinking of a Riv

2016-05-26 Thread Tim Butterfield
the mind-spinning fretting beforehand. And all the mind-spinning fretting I > did would have been far easier if I'd just spoken to Grant and Co. once and > let them run with it and ridden what they sent me. Grin. > > With abandon, > Patrick > > On Wednesday, May 25, 2016 at

Re: [RBW] Re: Thinking of a Riv

2016-05-26 Thread Tim Butterfield
masmojo, You echo some of my sentiments on this. I don’t want something just for today or even this year. Part of that is the desire to be mentally invested in my choices as I mentioned to Patrick instead of letting Grant or someone else at Riv pick it for me, as wonderful as that result might be

Re: [RBW] Re: Thinking of a Riv

2016-05-26 Thread Tim Butterfield
they sell at Riv (http://www.rivbike.com/product-p/s92.htm). > > I'm sure you'll be happy with whatever you choose. I've never ridden a > Riv I haven't adored. > John > > > > On Wednesday, May 25, 2016 at 7:38:33 PM UTC-7, Tim Butterfield wrote: >

Re: [RBW] Thinking of a Riv

2016-05-26 Thread Tim Butterfield
milar > to an AHH than a Roadeo. I ride my Riv Road Standard a lot, and it has > fenders, a front mini-rack with a rando bag for commuting and short trips, > and a Nitto R20 rack for when I tour. > > I think the AHH or Sam H would be a great choice for your described use. > I l

Re: [RBW] Thinking of a Riv

2016-05-26 Thread Tim Butterfield
rn that nearly fills between the drops). n > She's had the bike now well over 5 years & I may have replaced cables once, > just on general principles (we bought it used). Rivendell could also tell > you what they've done. > > dougP > > On Thursday, May 26, 2016 a

Re: [RBW] Re: Thinking of a Riv

2016-05-26 Thread Tim Butterfield
Zach, I agree. The responses on this thread have been wonderful, including your response. I may be a bit further along than at the beginning. After all, I've been thinking of a Riv for many years. I think I have the bike choice narrowed to just the AHH, mostly thanks to the comments on this thr

Re: [RBW] Thinking of a Riv

2016-05-26 Thread Tim Butterfield
Joe, You're not much older than I. I'm 51. On the idea of planning ahead as mentioned earlier, I'm not sure I want to learn to use friction at this point either. Who knows how long my hearing may last. So, some type of indexing would be preferred, whether indexed bar ends or brifters. Thanks.

Re: [RBW] Thinking of a Riv

2016-05-26 Thread Tim Butterfield
ck with a 24/40 or 26/40 or higher combos will give you > everything you need in a super simple and reliable setup. > > And since you won't be doing heavy touring, the Homer is the best you can > get. > > Enjoy the journey!!! > > René > > > On Thursday, May 26,

Re: [RBW] Re: Thinking of a Riv

2016-05-27 Thread Tim Butterfield
deo? Also a bit cheaper. Not as > nice paint, but Riv geo and lugs. > > On Wednesday, May 25, 2016 at 10:38:33 PM UTC-4, Tim Butterfield wrote: > >> I've been thinking of getting a Rivendell bicycle for a long time. I >> first joined this group to lurk back in 2010 a

Re: [RBW] Re: Thinking of a Riv

2016-05-27 Thread Tim Butterfield
okay. So, the mid-range Shimano will probably work well for that. I was originally thinking B135 for the Nitto Randonneur, but the comment by René has me leaning towards a 44 Compass now. Thanks. Tim On Fri, May 27, 2016 at 6:49 AM, Tim Gavin wrote: > > On Thu, May 26, 2016 at 10:47 PM,

Re: [RBW] Re: Thinking of a Riv

2016-05-27 Thread Tim Butterfield
Justin, When I spoke with Dave earlier today, he mentioned Pauls now come in a bolt-on. Is there enough of a performance difference to get the Pauls insted of the Tektro R559? I like the mention of the Compass EL tires, especially the Barlow EL mentioned by Surlyprof. Thanks. Tim On Fri, May

Re: [RBW] Re: Thinking of a Riv

2016-05-27 Thread Tim Butterfield
sponses,so I don't know where > you are on this. I have Sams, Appas and I own a AHH that you could ride. > It's a bit of a drive, but it may clear things up a bit. > > Chris Wiggins > Owner > A1 Cyclery > Indianapolis IN > > On Wednesday, May 25, 2016 at 10:38:33 P

Re: [RBW] Thinking of a Riv

2016-05-27 Thread Tim Butterfield
l -- long ramps. > > On Thu, May 26, 2016 at 12:25 AM, Tim Butterfield < > timbutterfi...@gmail.com> wrote: > >> On Wed, May 25, 2016 at 10:45 PM, Tim Butterfield < >> timbutterfi...@gmail.com> wrote: >> >>> One thing I have noticed from the bike pict

Re: [RBW] Thinking of a Riv

2016-05-27 Thread Tim Butterfield
clamp. I shift 9 speeds, non-serial cogs (ie, home made >> cassette) with no problems. VO copies of the Maes Parallel -- long ramps. >> >> On Thu, May 26, 2016 at 12:25 AM, Tim Butterfield < >> timbutterfi...@gmail.com> wrote: >> >>> On Wed, May 25, 20

Re: [RBW] Re: Thinking of a Riv

2016-05-27 Thread Tim Butterfield
Thanks, Avery. I'm looking forward to riding my Homer. On Fri, May 27, 2016 at 5:46 PM, Avery Wilson wrote: > I don't know if I've ever heard of anyone getting an A. Homer Hilsen and > regretting it. Hands down, it's just a fantastic road bike. It's certainly > the best I've ever ridden. My da

Re: [RBW] Thinking of a Riv

2016-05-27 Thread Tim Butterfield
al guesses at my options. Feel free to convince me otherwise. I can always use an education and reasoning on options will help reaffirm choices. Thanks again for all of the assistance. Tim On Wed, May 25, 2016 at 7:14 PM, Tim Butterfield wrote: > I've been thinking of getting a Rivende

Re: [RBW] Thinking of a Riv

2016-05-27 Thread Tim Butterfield
Hi, John. Thanks for getting in touch. It would make for a long day, but if you have an AHH to compare to, I would love to take a look. I'll follow up with you off list. Thanks. Tim On Fri, May 27, 2016 at 1:30 PM, John at Rivelo wrote: > Dear Tim, > > We're down in Portland, and have Joe Ap

Re: [RBW] C17 or C17 Carved?

2016-05-27 Thread Tim Butterfield
I have had both the B17 and B17 Imperial and preferred the Imperial. I have a C17 now, but will be getting the C17 Carved for my AHH. My guess is that since I preferred the slot of the Imperial, I will prefer the slot of the Carved also. On Fri, May 27, 2016 at 9:20 PM, Eric Karnes wrote: > I'

Re: [RBW] Thinking of a Riv

2016-05-27 Thread Tim Butterfield
nsider a Tubus Logo Evo for the rear rack. Very good rack, fits Ortlieb > panniers, carries weight lower, and is set up for the best rear dyno > powered light: B&M Topline. > > Consider Pitlocks for the wheels and seat post. > > > On Friday, May 27, 2016 at 8:44:09 PM UTC-5

Re: [RBW] Long rides on low carb...

2016-05-28 Thread Tim Butterfield
René , I recently started on LCHF also. It seems you may be exercising during an intermittent fast. That's a great way to increase adaptation, but with some possible side effects also as you're experiencing. Even though you are primarily burning fat, I doubt it is 100% fat. It may be that you

Re: [RBW] Thinking of a Riv

2016-05-28 Thread Tim Butterfield
p > works much better than the 3x9 (with barends) I had before on my Bike > Friday. I will recommend going with the XT 772 rear derailleur that can go > up to 36 and works perfectly with the 10 speed setup while looking more > classical and less black and weird like the MTB 10 speed derai

Re: [RBW] Thinking of a Riv

2016-05-28 Thread Tim Butterfield
bus.com/eng/Mobile-Security/Bike-Safety-and-Security/Locks/Wall-Floor-Anchors > > The bike will stay loyal to you. > > > > On Saturday, May 28, 2016 at 1:27:35 AM UTC-5, Tim Butterfield wrote: >> >> Will, >> I had looked at the Shutter Precision dynamo, but hadn'

Re: [RBW] Re: Thinking of a Riv

2016-05-28 Thread Tim Butterfield
ylak > Woodstown NJ > > On Friday, May 27, 2016 at 8:26:01 PM UTC-4, Tim Butterfield wrote: > >> John, >> Thanks for explaining. I had heard the Hillborne may be a little more >> heavy duty also, though my needs don't extend further in that direction. >> I

Re: [RBW] Thinking of a Riv

2016-05-28 Thread Tim Butterfield
Brian, Beautiful bike. Thanks for the front look at the bars. Now that I see the angle, I'm not sure I would want the inward tilt on the tops. I may prefer flat tops also. Is there a different bar with flat tops that still has a flare out at the drops? Thanks. Tim On Sat, May 28, 2016 at 12:01

Re: [RBW] Thinking of a Riv

2016-05-28 Thread Tim Butterfield
Brian, Thanks for the info and pictures of your bike. I'm 5'10". I have been reading through bar possibilities here, lots of options to be sure: http://ruedatropical.com/2009/03/road-drop-bar-geometry/ Tim On Sat, May 28, 2016 at 5:04 PM, stonehog wrote: > I like Noodles - like the curve bac

Re: [RBW] Thinking of a Riv

2016-05-28 Thread Tim Butterfield
On Sat, May 28, 2016 at 7:23 PM, Tim Butterfield wrote: > Is there a different bar with flat tops that still has a flare out at the > drops? > I found this one. It might be an option. It seems to have a bit of flare, but still has a flat top. https://www.compasscycle.com/shop/c

Re: [RBW] Re: Thinking of a Riv

2016-05-28 Thread Tim Butterfield
On Sat, May 28, 2016 at 9:11 AM, Surlyprof wrote: > You'll never regret a Mark's rack. So handy. I would second the > suggestions of the Tubus Evo and panniers. I have a Cosmo that I've moved > across three different bikes. It may be heavier duty than you want but it > isn't that heavy and th

Re: [RBW] Thinking of a Riv

2016-05-29 Thread Tim Butterfield
ckr.com/photos/25160594@N05/sets/72157622508702300 > > René > > > On Saturday, May 28, 2016, Tim Butterfield > wrote: > >> On Sat, May 28, 2016 at 9:11 AM, Surlyprof wrote: >> >>> You'll never regret a Mark's rack. So handy. I would secon

Re: [RBW] Thinking of a Riv

2016-05-29 Thread Tim Butterfield
y) streets and paved MUP. I'm wondering if brifters might work better in that environment. Thanks again for all of the advice and ideas. Tim On Wed, May 25, 2016 at 7:14 PM, Tim Butterfield wrote: > I've been thinking of getting a Rivendell bicycle for a long time. I > first j

Re: [RBW] Thinking of a Riv

2016-05-29 Thread Tim Butterfield
49 AM, Tim Butterfield wrote: > What do folks think of wide cassettes? There used to be a IRD/Riv 9 speed > 12-40 "Elite Wide", but that has been discontinued. (I wish discontinued > items were not so prominently placed, but that's a different issue.) I > found there

Re: [RBW] Thinking of a Riv

2016-05-29 Thread Tim Butterfield
Thanks, Bob. I'll keep that in mind if I go that route. Tim On Sun, May 29, 2016 at 4:05 PM, kielsun wrote: > Tim, > > You can get silver Tubus racks from the German online stores. I just > ordered a Tubus Tara from Bike24. > > Bob > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed

Re: [RBW] Thinking of a Riv

2016-05-29 Thread Tim Butterfield
;TF=90&SL=2.6&UN=MPH The 36t ring should be all I need for a while. Maybe some day I'll graduate to the 46t ring. The 34-50 might be possible, but the 36-46 seems a better fit. Tim On Sun, May 29, 2016 at 4:17 AM, Steve Palincsar wrote: > > On 05/29/2016 05:15 AM,

Re: [RBW] Re: Thinking of a Riv

2016-05-29 Thread Tim Butterfield
ikes and strongly recommends. > Both are stong signals. > > > > > > On Sunday, May 29, 2016 at 12:53:57 AM UTC-5, Tim Butterfield wrote: >> >> On Sat, May 28, 2016 at 9:11 AM, Surlyprof wrote: >> >>> You'll never regret a Mark's rack. So handy. I

Re: [RBW] Thinking of a Riv

2016-05-29 Thread Tim Butterfield
Brian, Thanks for the info. I agree with a test and learn phase, though I will need to extend that to make sure my learn allows for a decent adaptation period first. To your specific points... 1. I'm wondering about this also. I like my Ortlieb bar bag that I use now (the only bag on the AWOL)

Re: [RBW] Thinking of a Riv

2016-05-29 Thread Tim Butterfield
Joe, I think I'll stick with brifters for now until I spend more time out of the city on more open roads. I'm already used to that and it would be one less thing to change or learn. With a 10 speed, I can switch it up later if I want. Thanks. Tim On Sun, May 29, 2016 at 8:47 AM, Joe Bernard w

Re: [RBW] Thinking of a Riv

2016-05-29 Thread Tim Butterfield
9.0 66.0 60.0 39.0 > 21.0 59.7 54.3 35.3 > 23.0 54.5 49.6 32.2 > 26.0 48.2 43.8 28.5 > 30.0 38.0 24.7 > > This setup also gives me larger cogs and cruising gears with no or minimal > chain deflection. > > > On Sun, May 29, 2016 at 3:15 AM, Tim Butterfield > wrote: >

Re: [RBW] Thinking of a Riv

2016-05-29 Thread Tim Butterfield
nce I am limited to wide Q on the Fargo replacement Matthews due to >>> the width of the stays (minimum would be no less than 168; presently >>> 173-175 -- but then I can also run 3" 559 mm Knards should I want to) I >>> decided to keep a triple and run Hi and Lo cruising

Re: [RBW] Thinking of a Riv

2016-05-29 Thread Tim Butterfield
I'll use on every ride, and > on the short rollers where I ride I have no need for a top gear higher than > 100. I'm not sprinting and I don't pedal down long mountain descents. > (Me, it's like dropping a piano off the Chrysler Building, look out, boys!) > > But, it

Re: [RBW] Re: Thinking of a Riv

2016-05-29 Thread Tim Butterfield
Joe, I like pretty also and, like you, am willing to pay the extra. I still plan to get the Homer. I don't ever want to look back and wish I had. Thanks. Tim On Sun, May 29, 2016 at 9:26 PM, Joe Bernard wrote: > I think a major difference between Homer and Sam is the Sam's sloping > toptube

Re: [RBW] Thinking of a Riv

2016-05-30 Thread Tim Butterfield
. If it comes off backorder, the Compass René Herse Triple Crank might work well. Tim On Mon, May 30, 2016 at 6:13 AM, Steve Palincsar wrote: > > > On 05/30/2016 01:42 AM, Tim Butterfield wrote: > >> Steve, >> Thanks for the info. I guess if I go back to a triple, the

Re: [RBW] Thinking of a Riv

2016-05-30 Thread Tim Butterfield
Steve, If you don't like the Shimano, this might be another option. http://www.planetcyclery.com/campagnolo-centaur-10-speed-cassette-12-30 The page claims three in stock. Tim On Mon, May 30, 2016 at 10:09 AM, Tim Butterfield wrote: > Steve, > Since the cassette selection w

Re: [RBW] Re: Thinking of a Riv

2016-05-30 Thread Tim Butterfield
Lungimsam, Thanks for that info. But, what if you don't have an inside? I live full-time in an RV, which has very little interior space. I guess I could try to build a box to hold it to reduce air flow instead of using a cover. That would also make it a bit more secure. It would need to be some

Re: [RBW] Re: Thinking of a Riv

2016-05-30 Thread Tim Butterfield
Bicycle Club (Delaware) who > had a AHH and a Sam. He was riding the Sam that day. He said he thought > the AHH rode "better" than the Sam Just his opinion. > > John Hawrylak > Woodstown NJ > > On Monday, May 30, 2016 at 1:45:15 AM UTC-4, Tim Butterfield wrote: >

Re: [RBW] Re: Thinking of a Riv

2016-05-30 Thread Tim Butterfield
Brian/Patrick, Thanks for that. I like simple and have it already with a bike cover and lock. The cover doesn't go quite all of the way to the ground and it moves some in the wind. It's almost like it breaths, which may not be a good thing from Riv's perspective, especially with the salt air fro

Re: [RBW] Re: Thinking of a Riv

2016-05-30 Thread Tim Butterfield
Joe, Like you, I get upset when my bike gets a mark. But, it is designed to be used and life happens. It is silly to worry about. I doubt I would ever wear out the frame. Anything else can be replaced. If it ever does get looking too marked up, I can always strip it and repaint. So, maybe 20

Re: [RBW] Re: Thinking of a Riv

2016-05-30 Thread Tim Butterfield
Patrick, That's a hoot. Thanks. Tim On Mon, May 30, 2016 at 1:06 PM, Deacon Patrick wrote: > And I am the opposite of Joe. I wash my bike by riding in the rain. If > that seems like it would also get it muddy again, it does. Rotating layers > of mud. Grin. My panniers are really looking forwar

Re: [RBW] Re: Thinking of a Riv

2016-05-30 Thread Tim Butterfield
Ryan, Thanks for that info. I'll check with Riv about rust-proofing the frame. Maybe they can add some before they ship it to me to give it a good start. I also have some Boeshield T-9 from when I had a woodworking shop. When it comes time to renew it, I'll try to find that video. Thanks. Tim

Re: [RBW] Re: Thinking of a Riv

2016-05-30 Thread Tim Butterfield
'thought'. The guy said the AHH > rode better than the Sam, if only marginally, there was a difference. > > John Hawrylak > Woodstown NJ > > On Monday, May 30, 2016 at 3:35:52 PM UTC-4, Tim Butterfield wrote: > >> John, >> Thanks for relating that. Even a

Re: [RBW] Re: Thinking of a Riv

2016-05-30 Thread Tim Butterfield
t; John Hawrylak > Woodstown NJ > > On Monday, May 30, 2016 at 4:09:28 PM UTC-4, Tim Butterfield wrote: > >> Joe, >> Like you, I get upset when my bike gets a mark. But, it is designed to >> be used and life happens. It is silly to worry about. I doubt I would &

Re: [RBW] Thinking of a Riv

2016-05-30 Thread Tim Butterfield
On Mon, May 30, 2016 at 2:35 PM, René Sterental wrote: > After all, it's the result of the long journey that starters when I bought > my Homer in September of 2009. > What? After getting my Homer, I'm destined to want yet another upgrade? :) Sounds like you're getting a great bike. Congrats!

Re: [RBW] Thinking of a Riv

2016-05-30 Thread Tim Butterfield
rack anyway to hold the light. I would like to keep my phone charged, especially if my rides start getting longer, but am not sure what a hub can handle. Any advice on this? Thanks. Tim On Wed, May 25, 2016 at 7:14 PM, Tim Butterfield wrote: > I've been thinking of getting a Rivendell b

Re: [RBW] Thinking of a Riv

2016-05-30 Thread Tim Butterfield
16 at 4:35 PM, Tim Butterfield wrote: > Next question, electrics: I'm currently planning on getting the Shutter > Precision dyno in the stock 700c wheel set from Riv. For lighting, I'm > thinking of the Busch & Muller IQ-X headlight with a pair of seat stay > mounted

Re: [RBW] Thinking of a Riv

2016-05-30 Thread Tim Butterfield
Nice gift, Howard. On Mon, May 30, 2016 at 5:09 PM, Howard Hatten wrote: > By the way I just purchased a HHH for my daughter for a wedding gift > > Howard > Livonia Mi > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups > "RBW Owners Bunch" group. > To unsubscribe

Re: [RBW] Thinking of a Riv

2016-05-30 Thread Tim Butterfield
Howard, I'm not stressed at all, but I do like to have a plan in place or at least the basics of one. For any major purchase I make, I like to do lots of research to see what gotchas I might encounter down the road. You think this is bad? Twenty years ago or so, I once spent several hours in a s

Re: [RBW] Thinking of a Riv

2016-05-30 Thread Tim Butterfield
Joe, You're impression is spot on. There has been minimal stress here other than that bit about my preferring a Homer to a Sam. Sorry. Couldn't resist. :) Though I have had several different bikes over the years, I still consider myself inexperienced enough to benefit from the wisdom of others

Re: [RBW] Thinking of a Riv

2016-05-30 Thread Tim Butterfield
Howard, Thanks for that comment. I appreciate it. I know I'm likely to mix things up down the road. Since I don't have my own repair space, it would get quite expensive if I had to take it to the LBS for most changes I could try. I'm just hoping to get enough right up front that I can live with

Re: [RBW] Thinking of a Riv

2016-05-30 Thread Tim Butterfield
René, That was some good information. I think you identified my taillight and simplified my lighting also. I had not heard of the Garmin Varia Rearview Radar. That's awesome. Besides, I like gadgets. It would provide two useful features in a single device and thus replace a regular taillight.

Re: [RBW] Thinking of a Riv

2016-05-30 Thread Tim Butterfield
Speaking of the Garmin Varia, it looks like rack mounts are starting to be created. http://www.shapeways.com/product/754JB3VNU/garmin-varia-rack-mount-style-2?optionId=59615234 So, I can move it later if I get a rear rack. Sweet. Cheers. Tim On Mon, May 30, 2016 at 9:28 PM, Tim Butterfield

Re: [RBW] Re: Thinking of a Riv

2016-05-30 Thread Tim Butterfield
Scott, Thanks for all of that information. That is exactly what I want, a useful and versatile bike with a bit of zip. I don't worry about the weight of the bike. Further reducing my weight and improving my engine will help performance far more than reducing bike weight. Cheers. Tim On Mon, M

Re: [RBW] Thinking of a Riv

2016-05-30 Thread Tim Butterfield
Joe, I find INTP interesting also. Back in the late 1990s, the software consulting company I worked at had all of its employees take the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) test. That was done for use in picking project teams. As stated, I was an INTP with my levels fairly far out each scale. I

Re: [RBW] Thinking of a Riv

2016-05-31 Thread Tim Butterfield
at I was missing to > use it on the Homer and the Betty. > > It's amazing that Garming hasn't yet made one. > > René > > > On Monday, May 30, 2016, Tim Butterfield wrote: > >> Speaking of the Garmin Varia, it looks like rack mounts are starting to >>

Re: [RBW] Re: Thinking of a Riv

2016-05-31 Thread Tim Butterfield
Steve/René, Thanks for that information. So, unloaded or lightly loaded on the front. It looks like for a single bag, I will be going with a saddlebag instead of a handlebar bag. The use of a saddlebag means I will also need to start with a rear rack to keep the Garmin Varia rearview taillight vi

Re: [RBW] Re: Thinking of a Riv

2016-05-31 Thread Tim Butterfield
wife mentioned picking up groceries. So, maybe, or maybe I need two sizes. :) But, no beer on LCHF. :( Thanks. Tim On Tue, May 31, 2016 at 2:01 PM, Steve Palincsar wrote: > > > On 05/31/2016 04:02 PM, Tim Butterfield wrote: > >> Steve/René, >> Thanks for that informat

Re: [RBW] Re: Thinking of a Riv

2016-05-31 Thread Tim Butterfield
Thanks, Doug. I'll include that in my research. Tim On Tue, May 31, 2016 at 3:17 PM, dougP wrote: > Tim: > > There have been several threads"what can you carry in your saddlebag?". > Check the archives. Plenty along the lines of "2 gallons of milk, dozen > bagels, 6 oranges, etc." A Nitro R-14

Re: [RBW] Thinking of a Riv

2016-05-31 Thread Tim Butterfield
René, Thanks for the thoughts. It's helpful. I suspect I will require a rack in order to best use the Garmin Varia rearview radar. Attempting to clip it to the loop on a smaller saddlebag may not ensure the optimal angle for the radar beam. So, I am planning on a rear rack for that. In the ru

Re: [RBW] Thinking of a Riv

2016-05-31 Thread Tim Butterfield
Joe, I don't have the luxury of sufficient space for too many bags. I need to limit my selection to only one or two. Maybe some Russian nesting bags would let me have more. :) Tim On Tue, May 31, 2016 at 6:27 PM, Joe Bernard wrote: > "I just love bags!" > > I've found that a 3-to-1 ratio is

Re: [RBW] Thinking of a Riv

2016-05-31 Thread Tim Butterfield
s the one I'm > keeping. Can add the low riders if I ever want to carry panniers, it's > small and beautiful and perfect for a saddlebag support but it doesn't have > the mount for a rear light on it. It's the one I like the most though. > > René > > On Tuesda

Re: [RBW] Thinking of a Riv

2016-06-01 Thread Tim Butterfield
Joe, Thanks for the info. That Grip and strap combo looks like it will do what I need just fine. Tim On Tue, May 31, 2016 at 11:14 PM, Joe Bernard wrote: > I recommend a Nitto Saddlebag Grip and John's Irish Strap for a > quick-release system. The Irish strap replaces the buckle-strap around t

Re: [RBW] Re: The diet

2016-06-01 Thread Tim Butterfield
Mike, My wife and I started LCHF after reading/watching stuff on http://www.dietdoctor.com/ They keep pushing for you to become a member, but you don't have to. There is a lot of good free stuff there also. I signed up for the free emails, which link to more free information and, of course, inc

Re: [RBW] Triple to double crankset - how to do it gearwise?

2016-06-01 Thread Tim Butterfield
So, you have roughly this: http://www.gear-calculator.com/?GR=DERS&KB=26,36,46&RZ=13,15,17,19,22,25,30&UF=2200&TF=90&SL=2.6&UN=MPH I found this to be a great tool for experimenting with gearing as mentioned in my build thread. You can use it to check the gear inches on what you have now. Then,

Re: [RBW] Thinking of a Riv

2016-06-02 Thread Tim Butterfield
round trip south to Portland to Rivelo, though I would prefer not to have to travel that far if a qualified LBS is right near to me. I am willing to do that if it is the best option. Thanks. Tim On Wed, May 25, 2016 at 7:14 PM, Tim Butterfield wrote: > I've been thinking of getting a

Re: [RBW] Thinking of a Riv

2016-06-02 Thread Tim Butterfield
e to build as well as to frame > design. > > I'd certainly hesitate to entrust a nice, new Rivendell to a shop whose > bona fides were unknown to me. > > On Thu, Jun 2, 2016 at 9:14 PM, Tim Butterfield > wrote: > >> Hi, all. >> >> I have some more buil

Re: [RBW] Thinking of a Riv

2016-06-02 Thread Tim Butterfield
Joe, Thanks for your comment. I knew RBW is 'a' LBS, but also that it was not 'my' LBS. It may be local, but not to me. I wasn't sure how they could get fit set up correctly without me being able to come into the shop to sit on the bike with them checking measurements and relative positions. Ma

Re: [RBW] Thinking of a Riv

2016-06-02 Thread Tim Butterfield
IMHO & experience you can trust Riv to deliver a bike that will fit well & > work correctly. Worked for me. > > dougP > > On Thursday, June 2, 2016 at 8:15:13 PM UTC-7, Tim Butterfield wrote: >> >> Hi, all. >> >> I have some more build questions, though

Re: [RBW] Thinking of a Riv

2016-06-03 Thread Tim Butterfield
Joe, Thanks for explaining. I know they can get some things not on the web site. My comment was based on an early research conversation I had with Dave where he told me that I could add things to my cart they stocked to be put on a build. But, I should also order other parts myself and send them

Re: [RBW] Thinking of a Riv

2016-06-03 Thread Tim Butterfield
: > Three things: > > 1) have someone photograph you on your current bike and send it to Riv > 2) do the measurements to determine your current front-center (and stem > length) send to Riv > 3) send your PBH to Riv > > > > > On Thursday, June 2, 2016 at 10:15:13 PM UTC-5

Re: [RBW] Thinking of a Riv

2016-06-03 Thread Tim Butterfield
Patrick, I'm certainly leaning in that direction now. I'll try to remember to capture photos when it arrives, that is, if I don't pick it up in person. That possibility just came up last night. It's only 14 hours each way. :) A couple long days of driving and a day or two there might be possibl

Re: [RBW] Thinking of a Riv

2016-06-03 Thread Tim Butterfield
d. You have years to tweek from there. And you may > find some of your assumptions of what you want/need vanish when your ride > what Riv. built for you. > > With abandon, > Patrick > > > On Thursday, June 2, 2016 at 9:15:13 PM UTC-6, Tim Butterfield wrote: >> >

Re: [RBW] Thinking of a Riv

2016-06-03 Thread Tim Butterfield
Patrick >> of one type or other. Grin. I stand by my recommendation to let Grant give >> you the full Riv. build. You have years to tweek from there. And you may >> find some of your assumptions of what you want/need vanish when your ride >> what Riv. built for you. >> >>

Re: [RBW] Thinking of a Riv

2016-06-03 Thread Tim Butterfield
ou get the > excitement of receiving this big box with a shiny new bicycle inside. Sort > of like Christmas when you were 10. > > dougP > > On Thursday, June 2, 2016 at 10:51:33 PM UTC-7, Tim Butterfield wrote: >> >> Doug, >> Thanks for that information. S

Re: [RBW] Thinking of a Riv

2016-06-03 Thread Tim Butterfield
. Once the date firms up, I will decide on whether to ship it or pick it up in person. Though arduous, doing the latter is quite tempting. Thanks everyone. Your assistance getting to this point has been invaluable. Tim On Wed, May 25, 2016 at 7:14 PM, Tim Butterfield wrote: > I've been thi

Re: [RBW] Thinking of a Riv

2016-06-03 Thread Tim Butterfield
on top of the kit such as: C17 Cambium seat Honjo hammered fenders Rack (TBD) Light (TBD) Bag (TBD) and more Cheers. Tim On Fri, Jun 3, 2016 at 11:54 AM, Steve Palincsar wrote: > > > On 06/03/2016 02:50 PM, Tim Butterfield wrote: > >> Patrick, >> I was just going by

Re: [RBW] Thinking of a Riv

2016-06-03 Thread Tim Butterfield
t; Did you get the optional center pull brake braze-on posts... or going with > sidepulls? If you're going the de-luxe route, those posts and a set of > Pauls would be rather serious. > > On Friday, June 3, 2016 at 2:01:41 PM UTC-5, Tim Butterfield wrote: >> >> With so ma

Re: [RBW] Thinking of a Riv

2016-06-03 Thread Tim Butterfield
> http://www.cxmagazine.com/shimano-campagnolo-ergopower-compatibility > http://workingoncycles.blogspot.com/2011/01/how-to-shimergo-your-bike.html > etc > > > On 06/03/2016 03:13 PM, Tim Butterfield wrote: > > Steve, > > As for components different than the Sam kit, h

Re: [RBW] Thinking of a Riv - my mixte build list

2016-06-03 Thread Tim Butterfield
and Grant were very helpful as always and I feel > it's a win-win for me and Rivendell. > > > > > On Friday, June 3, 2016 at 3:15:51 PM UTC-5, Tim Butterfield wrote: >> >> Will, >> Thanks for the head's up. I guess that is something that I will ne

Re: [RBW] Thinking of a Riv

2016-06-03 Thread Tim Butterfield
or whether you want Paul Racer centerpull posts (different > size). You'll have to let Riv know soon regarding your choice, so they can > update the frame build order with Waterford. > > > Cheers, > Tim (in Iowa) > > > > On Fri, Jun 3, 2016 at 2:13 PM, Tim

Re: [RBW] Thinking of a Riv

2016-06-03 Thread Tim Butterfield
Thanks for confirming. I'll be sure to request that for my build. Tim On Fri, Jun 3, 2016 at 2:24 PM, Steve Palincsar wrote: > > > On 06/03/2016 05:09 PM, Tim Butterfield wrote: > >> Steve, >> Given the squealing, would you do it again or get something diffe

Re: [RBW] Thinking of a Riv

2016-06-03 Thread Tim Butterfield
partially inflated as they will not fit when fully inflated. The tire would then need to be fully inflated once mounted on the bike. It's not a big issue, but something to be aware of and remember. Thanks. Tim On Fri, Jun 3, 2016 at 2:29 PM, Tim Butterfield wrote: > Thanks for confirming

Re: [RBW] Thinking of a Riv

2016-06-03 Thread Tim Butterfield
h the build. I think Riv's stock build kits and now OEM parts > on Appaloosas , Sams and Clems are smart and cost-effective and it would > be hard to go wrong with them...but it's fun picking parts > > On Friday, June 3, 2016 at 5:03:28 PM UTC-5, Tim Butterfield wrote: >> &

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