[RBW] Re: FS: Paul, Tektro, Rodriguez V-brakes and cantilevers

2024-10-10 Thread Ben R
just sent a PM about the Moto Lites!!! On Thursday, October 10, 2024 at 9:54:43 AM UTC-7 Julian Westerhout wrote: > For Sale: > > Paul Motolite V-Brakes — silver, one bike’s worth. Very light use, almost > new. $200 > > Paul Neo Retro Cantilevers — silver, one bike’s worth. Light use, in very

Re: [RBW] Re: New Bike! Susie Longbolts.

2024-10-08 Thread Ben R
onday, October 7, 2024 at 8:28:46 PM UTC-7 Tristen Moss wrote: > Hell yeah, Ben! I’ve been thinking about hopping on Amtrak one of these > weekends to cruise around somewhere in the Bay Area and that sounds rad. > I’ll definitely hit you up! > > On Mon, Oct 7, 2024 at

Re: [RBW] Re: FS - Black Pass n Stow 5 rail w/ cargo mounts.

2024-10-07 Thread Ben R
Sold! Ben R On Mon, Oct 7, 2024 at 1:49 PM Alex K wrote: > DIBS!!! > > On Monday, October 7, 2024 at 1:22:07 PM UTC-7 ben.r...@gmail.com wrote: > >> Decided its a little overkill to run the pass on the susie when I don't >> haul a lot and only run a 137 wald an

Re: [RBW] Re: New Bike! Susie Longbolts.

2024-10-07 Thread Ben R
congrats on the susie. you're going to love it... off topic but on topic... I too have a mustard yellow susie and skate, and happen to live in Richmond. so if y'all ever want to do a susie meet up and ride wildcat and go skate or eat tacos after count me in! On Sunday, October 6, 2024 at 9:12:

Re: [RBW] A Different Kind of RR

2024-09-04 Thread Ben R
Bill should we grab Patch and make our own prom ride down the greenway? Maybe that would be enough to convince Leah to come to the Bay. 😂 Ben R On Wed, Sep 4, 2024 at 11:12 AM Bill Lindsay wrote: > If I ever go Wilding with Leah, I would proudly wear a powder blue tuxedo > and be he

Re: [RBW] A Different Kind of RR

2024-09-03 Thread Ben R
Yeah I gotta see the prom photos from this one! You have a few platty suitors to take as a nice date. Sparkle red and the “my little pony” platty would be a great combo! I guess then that leads me to my next question. Could you go 80s prom?? 😂 Ben R On Tue, Sep 3, 2024 at 7:47 PM Joe

[RBW] Re: WTB: Silver 2 Shifters, Silver Crankset, Front Rack, Wald Basket

2024-09-03 Thread Ben R
sent ya a PM On Tuesday, September 3, 2024 at 9:41:12 AM UTC-7 NYCbikeguy wrote: > Hi, > > Can you clarify what model or measurements you mean by medium wald basket? > I have a Wald 139 with wooden panels for sale. > > Best, > IY > > On Monday, September 2, 2024 at 2:34:52 PM UTC-4 Chris Halasz w

Re: [RBW] NBD — Gus Boots-Willsen

2024-09-02 Thread Ben R
so baby it but don't baby it. the bull moose bars are rad! I say keep them on and give them a go! I got a pair on my MB1, and again, it can handle some stuff! but congrats. solid looking set up! Ben R On Monday, September 2, 2024 at 7:22:13 AM UTC-7 Richard Rose wrote: > Jay, first -

[RBW] Re: Ride Report

2024-08-29 Thread Ben R
this ride looks insanely fun! so rad to see all the bridgestone love. it makes me want to take my MB1, go grab Sarah, throw all of us and our stuff on amtrack and catch the next ride!!! getting fomo hearing about you and jeff absolutely having a blast! On Wednesday, August 28, 2024 at 8:00:18 AM

Re: [RBW] A Different Kind of RR

2024-08-29 Thread Ben R
again another awesome ride report. love to see a well loved and ridden atlantis too. seeing so many people wildin' out on bikes having a good time in the summer always brings a smile to my face. ben "little brother" R On Thursday, August 29, 2024 at 2:06:39 PM UTC-7 Bil

Re: [RBW] Moving sale - everything must go!

2024-08-29 Thread Ben R
oh man.. those Orthos are kind of calling my name lol On Thursday, August 29, 2024 at 9:48:00 AM UTC-7 alan lavine wrote: > 👍 > Sent from my iPhone > > On Aug 29, 2024, at 12:26 PM, Frank Burkybile > wrote: > > All yours. I will PM you. > > -Frank > > On Thursday, August 29, 2024 at 7:23:42 

[RBW] Re: WTB: Erlen Rack (Nitto x Blue Lug x Ocean Air Cycles)

2024-08-18 Thread Ben R
its not the Erland but i do have a Caradice one that i will sell for cheap if you're interested. i can email pics later if you want. its pretty much brand new. i just measured wrong and i dont have enough clearance with my short seat post. On Sunday, August 18, 2024 at 11:47:31 AM UTC-7 jackd

Re: [RBW] A Different Kind of RR

2024-08-11 Thread Ben R
man has a purple 55. im guessing you have to be somewhat close if you made the trek out to Riv HQ. i was going to take my wife in to test ride it but im sure she could be swayed to get a clem. cheers and welcome! Ben "enabler" R On Sunday, August 11, 2024 at 12:24:15 PM UTC-7 Menos J

Re: [RBW] A Different Kind of RR

2024-08-08 Thread Ben R
"fresh". Ben "little brother" R On Thursday, August 8, 2024 at 5:59:00 PM UTC-7 sarahlik...@gmail.com wrote: > Ben, we RivSisters do love our Little Brother! > > On Thursday, August 8, 2024 at 5:57:25 PM UTC-7 ben.r...@gmail.com wrote: > >> that ride looks

Re: [RBW] A Different Kind of RR

2024-08-08 Thread Ben R
. a form of self expression. much like words, to be used however you want to express whatever you want. i guess some people dont see it that way. leah you're a true inspiration on the bike and a wonder with words. love reading your ride recap storys. Ben "Wildn" R aka Ben "

Re: [RBW] Nine is fine! 1x9 drivetrains in 2024. Who else is doing it?

2024-07-24 Thread Ben Adrian
l. It feels great, everything works well, and I think I spent less that $500 on all the secondhand parts. It is such a fun ride that I just don't even think about gear or setup when on the bike. I jump on, I go, and I'm all smiles. Cheers! Ben On Wednesday, July 24, 2024 at 8:48:46 AM U

[RBW] Re: Hwy 1 Closures

2024-06-05 Thread Ben Adrian
This rings so true ;) On Wednesday, June 5, 2024 at 7:45:01 AM UTC-7 boru...@gmail.com wrote: anarcho- adult children who spent a fortune on fat tires" -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and st

[RBW] Let me introduce my Atlantis...

2024-05-26 Thread Ben R
s become my new riding partner. *pics coming in next post Ben R from El Cerrito -- 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+uns

[RBW] Re: Favorite clip-in/flat pedal combo?

2024-04-24 Thread Ben Adrian
al feels very smooth. Everything is rebuildable. And they are one of the lighter pedal systems... if you care about that. Good luck! Ben On Wednesday, April 24, 2024 at 2:08:52 PM UTC-7 DavidP wrote: > John, > > I use SPD pedals on my "pure" road bike, my most road-ish mixed surface &

Re: [RBW] Rivendells in South Korea

2024-04-22 Thread Ben Adrian
I've been watching all of these. Fantastic channel. Ben On Sunday, April 21, 2024 at 4:31:51 PM UTC-7 Patrick Moore wrote: > It is very definitely permitted to post such interesting videos here; > thanks for doing so. I particularly enjoyed (out of the 2 I've watched) the &g

[RBW] Re: 5 Boro Bike Tour (was NYC Riv Ride?)

2024-04-13 Thread Ben Cullen
Pam you made riding from the airport sound so simple, I had to streetview it. Now I have to try it! The tour is on my bucket list as well. Ben from Guelph On Thursday, April 11, 2024 at 10:18:47 PM UTC-4 Pam Bikes wrote: > > NYC is great to ride. I just got back from being there

[RBW] Re: Sam Hillborne Caliper vs Canti

2024-04-13 Thread Ben Cullen
Would also love to know this exact question! Did you ever find out? On Sunday, December 11, 2022 at 2:08:59 AM UTC-5 eliot...@gmail.com wrote: > How much more tire and fender clearance does the Canti version have > compared to say a Paul Racer side pull ? -- You received this message because

Re: [RBW] Re: FS Items Brakes, Seatposts, Saddles, Derailleurs

2024-02-11 Thread Ben Hannon
If the touring cantis are available I'll take em! On Sunday, February 11, 2024 at 12:54:34 PM UTC-6 John Dewey wrote: > Mike, I’ll take it! How to pay? > > Thanks, Jock > > On Sun, Feb 11, 2024 at 10:31 AM Mike Godwin wrote: > >> Hi Jock >> >> Yes, XC Pro FD available >> >> Mike SLO CA >> >> On

[RBW] Re: Susie Build

2024-02-10 Thread Ben Hannon
at 5:33:44 PM UTC-7 in...@brentknepper.com > wrote: > >> good shots Ben! >> >> -Brent in chicagotoo >> >> On Thursday, February 8, 2024 at 4:35:13 PM UTC-6 Ben Hannon wrote: >> >>> No derail! The forward position has shellac but the ergon grips do

[RBW] Re: Susie Build

2024-02-08 Thread Ben Hannon
No derail! The forward position has shellac but the ergon grips do not, I think they're a lot softer without shellac and don't mind reapplying every now and then. I agree though, these ergons are definitely the most comfy grip I've found, but their color selection is limited, so this is a good

[RBW] Re: Susie Build

2024-02-07 Thread Ben Hannon
re 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

[RBW] Susie Build

2024-02-07 Thread Ben Hannon
nd wants to trade for 8 let me know! Ben in Chicago -- 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

Re: [RBW] Re: Ride Report - Santa Monica to Santa Barbara Century

2024-02-02 Thread Ben Adrian
Great post, and great ride. I've done Glendale to Santa Barbara (taking Amtrak back). It was quite a day. On Friday, February 2, 2024 at 9:59:01 AM UTC-8 Chris Halasz wrote: > Keith > > Did you return the same day? > > There is a small contingent of Rivbike cyclists in Santa Barbara. > > May

[RBW] Re: FS: Paul Minimoto Brakes $225

2024-01-15 Thread Ben Adrian
Sold! Thanks. Ben On Sunday, January 14, 2024 at 9:38:57 PM UTC-8 Ben Adrian wrote: > Paul Minimoto Silver Set. Non-polished. Two brakes. One bike's worth. > > These stop so well, but the setup and cable pull is just a little fiddly > for me. > > $225 shipped in the US.

[RBW] FS: Paul Minimoto Brakes $225

2024-01-14 Thread Ben Adrian
sxptT Also, looking for a the following: 9 speed RD that can handle a 36t rear cassette. Rim brake wheelset that isn't too race-oriented, but also not too overbuilt, and has tubeless potential. Cheers! Ben in L.A. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups &q

Re: [RBW] Advantages of triple drivetrains (VO post)

2024-01-09 Thread Ben Adrian
I had that same thought, Bill. The big ring on my triples are always the least used. "Unfortunately," my brank is a 110bcd with the Bikingreen 46/30 chainring set... machined from one piece of aluminum. But if a WI VBC crank pops up used, I'll make a dash for it! --Ben On Tue

Re: [RBW] Advantages of triple drivetrains (VO post)

2024-01-09 Thread Ben Adrian
, and many times when I've set up a modern bike like this one from my past, I get quickly disillusioned and undo that change. I kinda feel like the headline should be "triples: still fun and useful for hands on bike nerds who like to tinker." Ben On Tuesday, January 9, 2024 a

Re: [RBW] Re: Platypus or Clem - Please help me choose

2024-01-04 Thread Ben Compton
also if you get a platypus you get to join the platypals, which is a thing I just made up On Thu, Jan 4, 2024 at 8:51 AM Sarah Carlson wrote: > Yes, did you know when you you get your lady a Riv she has an immediate > community of RivSisters? Pam has brought up the most wonderful point! > > On W

[RBW] Re: WTB: Susie L or XL Frame

2023-12-19 Thread Ben Hannon
Hello Garth and Joe, Thank you for both responding. I ended up purchasing a used 2020 era blue XL frame from another member and it's en route via UPS. Ben "In Chicago" Hannon On Wednesday, December 13, 2023 at 10:28:26 AM UTC-6 Joe Bernard wrote: > Check SF Bay Area Cra

[RBW] WTB: Susie L or XL Frame

2023-12-11 Thread Ben Hannon
Hello! I know that they're coming out with a lugged Susie next year, but wanted to see if anyone was hanging onto an older frame they were looking to part with? Thanks, Ben -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group.

Re: [RBW] Re: ISO: 55cm Platypus frame or bike

2023-11-25 Thread Ben Compton
I guess they added some back! all the 55s were definitely sold out last weekish. In between sending this email and having it approved to be posted i found a 55 lime olive for sale used and bought it, so im no longer searching, but good lookin out, thanks! ben lexington ky On Mon, Nov 20, 2023

[RBW] ISO: 55cm Platypus frame or bike

2023-11-20 Thread Ben Compton
hey yall! Sadly I missed out on the Platy presale last month, and I’m searching for a 55cm Platypus frame. Complete bikes are also interesting. So for example if anyone got in on the presale, and has since changed their minds, let me know! thanks Ben in ky -- You received this message

Re: [RBW] Dia Compe Gran Compe 610 Centerpull Brakes

2023-11-01 Thread Ben Adrian
Hey Michael! Yea, google groups is a bit vague :) You can PayPal $110 to my main email b...@benadrian.com <mailto:b...@benadrian.com> Or you can Venmo @benadrian Send me you address via email as well. If you have any more questions, feel free to ask :) Thanks! Ben Adrian Los Angeles 5

[RBW] FS: Dia Compe Gran Compe 610 Centerpull Brakes

2023-10-31 Thread Ben Adrian
! Ben Adrian -- 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

Re: [RBW] Are Paul brakes worth the money?

2023-10-09 Thread Ben Adrian
bly should just buy it new to support the semi-local business. -Ben On Monday, October 9, 2023 at 3:11:40 AM UTC-7 larson@gmail.com wrote: > I have two bikes with Paul levers and love them. I upgraded my Black > Mountain Cycles monstercross with Paul Neo Retro cantis and really li

Re: [RBW] Re: Style on the bike

2023-10-04 Thread Ben Adrian
ly to dudes who wear capris. Luckily, when I tried them on my wife thought that I looked super cute. So those short pants became the hit of the summer. They are by far my best short/pants for casual bike riding. They are my best non-lycra pant. I should have bought 4 of 'em. Next time I&#x

Re: [RBW] Paul Racer Brake Noise/Vibration

2023-09-08 Thread Ben Mihovk
For sure! I'll see if I can find time when I get home from work. On Fri, Sep 8, 2023 at 12:12 PM JohnS wrote: > Hello Ben, maybe it would help the group if you were to post a picture or > two of your current set up. > > Thanks, > JohnS > > > On Friday, September

Re: [RBW] Paul Racer Brake Noise/Vibration

2023-09-08 Thread Ben Mihovk
Good to know...but if my brake is mounted on the fork, I'm not sure where I'd mount a fork-mounted cable hanger. Ben On Friday, September 8, 2023 at 9:50:52 AM UTC-5 Jay Lonner wrote: > This is a common complaint with headset-mounted cable hangers. Changing to > a fork-mounte

[RBW] Paul Racer Brake Noise/Vibration

2023-09-08 Thread Ben Mihovk
ads set...I don't get vibrations when the pads are not toed-in...toeing in almost seems to bring about the vibrations. Any ideas anyone has would be very helpful. I'm at the end of my rope and considering removing the Pauls and going back to the squisy and not very good Tektros Riv pu

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

2023-07-28 Thread Ben Adrian
also PM ing On Friday, July 28, 2023 at 11:56:12 AM UTC-7 in...@brentknepper.com wrote: > Also sent a pm :) > > On Friday, July 28, 2023 at 1:52:39 PM UTC-5 Nikko in Oakland wrote: > >> PM coming >> >> On Friday, July 28, 2023 at 11:27:56 AM UTC-7 twowheeledtexan wrote: >> >>> I'm moving and clea

Re: [RBW] Re: Los Angeles Riv Ride

2023-05-28 Thread Ben Adrian
Super fun! A good pile of Rivs. A number of other cool bikes. Even two e-bikes. Great conversation, everyone was super positive. Total type 1 fun. See you all at the next one! Ben On Saturday, May 27, 2023 at 9:28:47 PM UTC-7 Tony Lockhart wrote: > Great photos! I’ll definitely be at the n

Re: [RBW] Re: Los Angeles Riv Ride

2023-05-26 Thread Ben Adrian
Those bags look super cool. I look forward to checking them out on a future ride. Ben On Thursday, May 25, 2023 at 5:26:05 PM UTC-7 Tony Lockhart wrote: > [image: IMG_0338.jpeg][image: IMG_0337.jpeg][image: IMG_0336.jpeg] > > Ugh….super bummed I can’t make it! Sorry all. Somethin

Re: [RBW] Re: Los Angeles Riv Ride

2023-05-24 Thread Ben Adrian
Looking forward to it, though I am Riv-less at the moment. The Riv-minded, party pace ride :) Ben On Wednesday, May 24, 2023 at 3:27:46 PM UTC-7 dwyer...@gmail.com wrote: > I'm planning to join! > > On Wednesday, May 24, 2023 at 3:18:23 PM UTC-7 cycli...@gmail.com wrote: >

[RBW] Re: New Nitto x Blue Lug Power Stem

2023-05-17 Thread Ben Stuart
John, would you mind measuring the height of your FW30 from the minimum insertion mark to the midpoint of the intersection between the stem shaft and the stem extension? Many thanks. On Friday, April 8, 2022 at 10:38:11 PM UTC+2 Johnny Alien wrote: > I recently bought one of these and just re

Re: [RBW] Re: Show Me Your Atlantis!

2023-05-08 Thread Ben Mihovk
the tube, and quite frankly, I much prefer it here than under the top tube (I can't remember who suggested this to me on this board, but is a great hack!). Just wondering if anyone with longer MIT Atlantis frames have the same issue? Ben in Omaha On Monday, May 8, 2023 at 11:53:09 AM UTC-5

[RBW] Re: Los Angeles Riv Ride

2023-04-24 Thread Ben Adrian
Hey all! I will be out of the country for about two weeks in MAY, but would love to join if I am in town. By no means should the scheduling be done around my availability. Cheers! Ben On Monday, April 24, 2023 at 10:34:17 AM UTC-7 Keith P. wrote: > I remember Ben/bunnyadrian planning a lo

[RBW] Re: FS: Rivet Imogene Saddle

2023-04-20 Thread Ben Adrian
Photos here. Thanks! Ben https://www.flickr.com/photos/benadrian/albums/72157716325502908 On Thursday, April 20, 2023 at 10:47:35 AM UTC-7 Ben Adrian wrote: > Rivet Imogene - Chestnut? CroMo rail. Shows some "patina". Also, there is > some discoloration from my denim pants. I w

[RBW] Re: FS: Rivet Imogene Saddle

2023-04-20 Thread Ben Adrian
I've been informed that a Paceline account is needed to view photos on that site. Whoops. I'm attaching the photos here. Thanks! Ben On Thursday, April 20, 2023 at 10:47:35 AM UTC-7 Ben Adrian wrote: > Rivet Imogene - Chestnut? CroMo rail. Shows some "patina".

[RBW] FS: Rivet Imogene Saddle

2023-04-20 Thread Ben Adrian
thepaceline.net/showthread.php?t=291675 More info here: https://rivetcycleworks.com/product/the-imogene/ Please email directly as I get the digest version of the group. Cheers! Ben -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubs

[RBW] Re: Question - when did derailleurs become "mechs"?

2023-03-28 Thread Ben Adrian
Yeah, I first heard it when I began watching GCN videos. It seems like the U.K. produces the mosts cycling media, with a huge uptick on Youtube from U.K. sources in teh last 5 years or so. that would be my guess. Cheers! Ben On Tuesday, March 28, 2023 at 4:20:39 PM UTC-7 George Schick wrote

[RBW] Re: FS: Rambouillet 58cm Orange

2023-02-13 Thread Ben Adrian
Hey Everyone! This is still for sale. I've had some serious lookers, but no takers. $1,500 plus shipping? I need a new computer ;) Cheers! Ben On Saturday, January 14, 2023 at 1:28:45 PM UTC-8 alan lavine wrote: > Good to know, thanks! > > On Saturday, January 14, 2023 at 11:

[RBW] FS: Silver Shifter set

2023-01-21 Thread Ben Adrian
Original Silver Shifters set. $50. I'll cover shipping. I'm selling some other stuff too, none of it to Riv-y, but feel free to have a look. https://losangeles.craigslist.org/lac/bop/d/dodgertown-seatposts-saddles-cranks/7581168817.html Cheers! Ben -- You received this message becau

[RBW] Re: FS: Rambouillet 58cm Orange

2023-01-14 Thread Ben Adrian
would move on the bars with no forcing. Cheers! Cheers! Ben On Saturday, January 14, 2023 at 5:25:25 AM UTC-8 alan lavine wrote: > Very nice bike, wish I could get it. > A question about the build: How did you get the Soma Highway One bars thru > a Nitto quill stem? I was under the im

[RBW] FS: Rambouillet 58cm Orange

2023-01-13 Thread Ben Adrian
It has never felt quite right. The ride is great. It glides over the road beautifully. Still ,I never was able to make myself comfortable. I just want to try other things. Cheers! Ben Adrian -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch&qu

Re: [RBW] What's Good - Wide-ish/flared drops edition...

2022-12-09 Thread Ben Mihovk
I guess I should add that I'm not really willing to go 31.8 clamp diameter...I'm looking only for 26mm. Ben On Friday, December 9, 2022 at 12:59:25 PM UTC-6 wboe...@gmail.com wrote: > I quite like Ritchey's Venturemax, and also have a set of Salsa > Cowchippers. Both

[RBW] Re: What's Good - Wide-ish/flared drops edition...

2022-12-09 Thread Ben Mihovk
hear what you all like. >> >> If it helps/matters, the kind of riding I do with the bike it's going is >> casual rails-to-trails, some rolling gravel roads, but nothing too >> technical or serious. >> >> Thanks! >> Ben >> > -- You received th

[RBW] What's Good - Wide-ish/flared drops edition...

2022-12-09 Thread Ben Mihovk
s good out there? I'm tempted by the Crust Towel Rack, but I'd love to hear what you all like. If it helps/matters, the kind of riding I do with the bike it's going is casual rails-to-trails, some rolling gravel roads, but nothing too technical or serious. Thanks! Ben -- You rece

[RBW] Re: How you choose 2 Rivendells?

2022-12-06 Thread Ben Mihovk
on't need to carry anything and I'm just going out for fun. Now...I do ride my Atlantis for fun now and then, and I have taken the Sam to work when I don't have more than a lunch to carry with me. It's nice to ride one where you'd normally ride the other to see how e

[RBW] Re: Stem Length and Handlebar Width

2022-12-06 Thread Ben Mihovk
l touching my index fingers to both sets of lines. Negligible. Plus, as someone who'd only had a drop bar bike for one year, I have a little more getting used to to the saddle position that gets me in the hoods. Thanks again, all! Ben in Omaha On Monday, December 5, 2022 at 11:25:48 P

[RBW] Stem Length and Handlebar Width

2022-12-05 Thread Ben Mihovk
a 54cm noodle bar, I'm thinking it'd be necessary to get a shorter stem. Right? Thanks for your thoughts! Ben in Omaha -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop rece

[RBW] Re: Derailleur precision and wear characteristics for 11+ speed systems

2022-11-30 Thread Ben Adrian
Campy Ekar is machanical only and has 13 speeds. I've heard nothing but good reviews (also, how high price comments). My guess is that they just have a lot of cable pull and the derailleur is a lower ratio than other mechanicals. There's also the Ratio Technology retro-fit kit that turns SRAM 1

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

2022-11-28 Thread Ben Adrian
tio rathe than a 1.7 of the 9 speed and earlier RDs, it sould have finer movement. I believe that I have experienced this. The R7000 is definitely more forgiving than the RD-6500 that I had on previously. Thought if I want to go back to my indezed shifters, I know this RD won't work. Cheers!

Re: [RBW] Re: Going around in circles with shifters.

2022-10-15 Thread Ben Adrian
mething. I'll pull my cable housing from under the tape and try some kind of alternate routing if I get restless on the next rainy day. Now I'mjust having fun. Cheers! Ben On Friday, September 30, 2022 at 3:33:47 PM UTC-7 cycli...@gmail.com wrote: > With the Shimano's I find

Re: [RBW] Tire shipping advice

2022-10-15 Thread Ben Mihovk
g I messed up a few times before I could do it well (I work in a golf shop that ships oddly shaped things now and then), but it's do-able. Otherwise, you could try to find unwanted TV boxes or cardboard boxes that people ship art in? Good luck, Ben On Sat, Oct 15, 2022 at 4:20 PM Ezri Rose

[RBW] Los Angeles Ride Saturday October 1st

2022-09-26 Thread Ben Adrian
ww.strava.com/clubs/303280/group_events/1251872 Strava Route: https://www.strava.com/routes/3009362240178879004 See you Saturday! Ben 510-543-6407 -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group

Re: [RBW] Re: Going around in circles with shifters.

2022-09-23 Thread Ben Adrian
a charmed world... Amixing shifting on the downtube where I have to lean dow a couple inches vs quick-access bar end with MAYBE a bit of bonus friction from the housing. Cheers! Ben On Wednesday, September 21, 2022 at 10:45:22 AM UTC-7 lconley wrote: > The half-round function is to locate

[RBW] Re: Your preferred non-leather saddle

2022-09-22 Thread Ben Adrian
"m waiting for a longer setback seatpost before I decide for sure. But holy hell, saddles are a litera and figurative pain in the ass until something comes along and you ride and stop thinking about it. Cheers! Ben On Thursday, September 22, 2022 at 11:54:48 AM UTC-7 pi...@gmail.com wrote:

Re: [RBW] Re: Going around in circles with shifters.

2022-09-21 Thread Ben Adrian
f I want to put the Shimano shifters back on. For now, I will remain a downtube shifter user and see if/when I go crazy ;) Ben On Monday, September 19, 2022 at 3:53:11 PM UTC-7 rmro...@gmail.com wrote: > I am with you Ben! First 20+ mile ride with the Silver thumbie rear. > Shifting is but

[RBW] Re: Going around in circles with shifters.

2022-09-19 Thread Ben Adrian
d leave it as a DT shifter bike, or try mounting the Silvers on my Shimano pods and do full friction bar-end? Ben On Saturday, September 10, 2022 at 7:42:14 AM UTC-7 Dorothy C wrote: > I do a half and half set up with my Roadini - Silver One levers, front > shifter on the downtube and re

[RBW] Re: Savannah recommendations and more?

2022-09-18 Thread Ben Mihovk
I can't speak to biking or bike shops in Savannah...but I can't recommend highly enough Vinny Van Go Go's for pizza. I was in Savannah in 2014 for a wedding and I still think about the to-go slice I got there. So good. Ben On Sunday, September 18, 2022 at 4:25:37 PM UTC-5 er

[RBW] WTB: long setback seatpost

2022-09-13 Thread Ben Adrian
e for about $50 or so. However, before I buy a new piece of gear, I always like to look for something second-hand. Sometimes I can even find something nicer for about the same price as a new unit. So, does anyone have a 27.2, 30mm or longer setback post they might be selling? Thanks! Ben -- Yo

[RBW] Re: FS - Riv Bits - Silver 1 Shifters, Sun/SRAM Dynamo Wheel, Compass Snoqualmie Pass Tires, Rivet Saddle

2022-09-11 Thread Ben Adrian
I bought the saddle and shifters from Huston and I just wanted to drop a note here. His pacing job was the BEST packing job of used gear that I have ever received (bike or guitar). Fully reccommend him for transactions. Thanks Huston! Ben On Thursday, September 8, 2022 at 6:33:06 AM UTC-7

Re: [RBW] Re: Tektro R559 - Cable Anchor Bolt Replacement?

2022-09-01 Thread Ben Adrian
Could a small cable channel be cut with something like a dremel? I've never used these brakes, so I"m not sure if this is a possible modification. Cheers! Ben On Thursday, September 1, 2022 at 10:47:28 AM UTC-7 lconley wrote: > Remember that Stainless Steel cables require a diffe

[RBW] Re: FS: Royal Blue Slimsucker

2022-08-31 Thread Ben Mihovk
Bag is spoken for. Thanks! Ben On Wednesday, August 31, 2022 at 8:13:48 AM UTC-5 Ben Mihovk wrote: > [image: 3.jpg] > > On Wednesday, August 31, 2022 at 8:12:45 AM UTC-5 Ben Mihovk wrote: > >> [image: 2.jpg] >> >> -- You received this message because you are s

[RBW] FS: Royal Blue Slimsucker

2022-08-31 Thread Ben Mihovk
y laptop might have settled there for a few weeks as I kept putting in the laptop on top of my sunglasses case). I'm asking for $100 shipped USPS Priority in the US. See pics below and let me know if you have questions. Thanks! Ben in Omaha -- You received this message because you are subscr

[RBW] Re: WTB Slimsucker

2022-08-31 Thread Ben Mihovk
ither way, so if you are interested let me know and I'll put you to the front of the line. Ben On Sunday, May 1, 2022 at 3:00:45 PM UTC-5 Ray Varella wrote: > This bag seems like it would be a good fit given the clearance I have. > Does anyone have one they want to move alon

Re: [RBW] Re: Your Road or Road-ish Riv Rubber Radius (tire width)

2022-08-31 Thread Ben Mihovk
I have a Sam with 700x38 Gravel King slicks. Pretty good, decent price. Smooth and snappy on pavement and fairly stable on gravel. Being over 200lbs, I'm hesitant to run them lower than mid 40s PSI, so I think at some point I'll switch to the Snoqualmies so I can run a lower PSI. Be

[RBW] Re: Going around in circles with shifters.

2022-08-29 Thread Ben Adrian
n 44cm bars and occasionally if my > bag was stuffed it would be a struggle to shift. > This is a fantastic point. Shimano STIs on a set of 42cm wide bars with a loaded front basket seems like a bad idea. Thanks for your thoughts! Ben -- You received this message because you are subscrib

[RBW] Re: Differences between Sam Hillborne and A Homer Hilsen

2022-08-28 Thread Ben Mihovk
ould be my choice because I'm over 200 pounds, but I think I'd never have any issues with a Homer in my size. Ben in Omaha. On Sunday, August 28, 2022 at 6:48:19 PM UTC-5 Dave C wrote: > Has anyone has extensive experience riding both models, particularly the > ones made in the 2015

[RBW] Re: Going around in circles with shifters.

2022-08-27 Thread Ben Adrian
have a 3x10 lever setup. I know that RD can >> handle a 34, shifts smoothly, and is easy to set-up. Plus a 10s cassette >> will still fit my older wheels. >> >> Or I just go back to a high end, ratchet, downtube shifter and learn to >> love it ;) Keep this circle goi

[RBW] Re: Going around in circles with shifters.

2022-08-25 Thread Ben Adrian
arn to love it ;) Keep this circle going! By no means should this kill the conversation, though. Chat away! Cheers! Ben On Thursday, August 25, 2022 at 12:15:35 PM UTC-7 Jeffrey Arita wrote: > Ben: I will add my 2 cents: we are big bar-end fans - they are on the > bikes that have drop ha

[RBW] Going around in circles with shifters.

2022-08-24 Thread Ben Adrian
able runs; much worse than any other configurations. So, nothing is really broken, but I know it can be better. Wondering if I should try again with a new take on the "not under tape" routing. Or try downtube again? Or just go nuts and look for a used STI system? Let's chat! Ben

[RBW] Re: Your Road or Road-ish Riv Rubber Radius (tire width)

2022-08-17 Thread Ben Mihovk
worn down Ben in Omaha On Tuesday, August 9, 2022 at 7:23:03 AM UTC-5 eric...@gmail.com wrote: > Hello people — What size tires do you all run for riding pavement and > doing brevets and such? My Hillborne is set up with 44mm Snoqualmie Pass > tires from RH. They are slick, I run

[RBW] Re: One Rivendell to rule them all

2022-08-16 Thread Ben Mihovk
30-240 pound range of rider weight + cargo with all my work stuff and stopping for a few things at the store on the way home. I love my Sam, but I only carry the necessities when I ride it. Ben in Omaha On Monday, August 15, 2022 at 7:34:19 PM UTC-5 Roberta wrote: > Jim, > > Like you a

[RBW] Re: Your Road or Road-ish Riv Rubber Radius (tire width)

2022-08-11 Thread Ben Adrian
Just watched your assembly video again, Eric, and I see it's a 7cm. Love the videos, especially as eye candy to see different build configurations close up. Cheers! On Thursday, August 11, 2022 at 10:34:39 AM UTC-7 Ben Adrian wrote: > I just put the 700 x 35 Rene Herse slicks ba

[RBW] Re: Your Road or Road-ish Riv Rubber Radius (tire width)

2022-08-11 Thread Ben Adrian
r Hillborne? Cheers! Ben On Tuesday, August 9, 2022 at 5:23:03 AM UTC-7 eric...@gmail.com wrote: > Hello people — What size tires do you all run for riding pavement and > doing brevets and such? My Hillborne is set up with 44mm Snoqualmie Pass > tires from RH. They are slick, I run th

[RBW] FS: Thomson Elite Setback Seatpost Silver 27.2 x 250mm

2022-08-01 Thread Ben Adrian
Thomson Elite Setback Seatpost Silver 27.2 x 250mm A few insertion marks, but still in very good shape. I used this on my Rambouillet and, for me, I couldn't get it low enough with the saddle that I ended up using/ The setback area should run into the seat tube. However, with other saddles that

[RBW] FS: Nitto Pearl 9cm 26mm

2022-07-28 Thread Ben Adrian
shipped as is. Thanks! Ben in L.A. -- 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 discuss

[RBW] For Sale: Shimano Dura Ace 11 Speed bar end shifters

2022-07-12 Thread Ben Adrian
Dura Ace 2/3 x 11 bar end / tri / time trial shifters. Left friction. Right is index only. should work with 5800, 6800, 7000, 8000 and whatever number Dura Ace called their 11 speed Rear Derailleurs. It will also work with Tiagra 4700 RD if paired with an 11 speed cassette. I got this crazy ide

[RBW] Re: Front Rack for Rambouillet

2022-07-10 Thread Ben Adrian
kets, etc. Then I keep an empty front rack and only bungee stuff to it when the rear is not an option? It's that or get a different bike that likes a front load more. Cheers! Ben On Thursday, January 27, 2022 at 1:31:38 PM UTC-8 Joe Bernard wrote: > Most of us who mucked around with

[RBW] Carradice Keswick Bag still for sale

2022-07-08 Thread Ben Adrian
Hey everybody! I kind of forgot that I still had this. Handlebar bag that lives on a klickfix mount. Best way to see pics it to check the ad on paceline https://forums.thepaceline.net/showthread.php?t=280760 $75 shipped in the U.S. Thanks! Ben On Thursday, March 24, 2022 at 10:37:05 PM UTC-7

[RBW] FS: Velo Orange Randonneur Rack and Suntour shifters

2022-06-16 Thread Ben Adrian
the set. *Suntour Friction Shifters* In excellent shape. They look super cool to me. True friction; no indexing, no power ratchet. I went back to my bar end shifters. $20 shipped Check out photos here if you can https://forums.thepaceline.net/showthread.php?t=283799 Thanks! Ben -- You received

Re: [RBW] Riv Enthusiast at Midnight Oil show

2022-06-09 Thread Ben Adrian
dnight Oil show was a little sketchy, but we had three locks between two bikes. Luckily everything was still there when we left. Now, to organize the So Cal Rivendell "Owners and Appreciators" ride ;) Ben On Thursday, June 9, 2022 at 4:19:52 PM UTC-7 Bob Ehrenbeck wrote: > Seei

[RBW] Riv Enthusiast at Midnight Oil show

2022-06-08 Thread Ben Adrian
erdes. Anyway, Palos Verdes Midnight OIl superfan Riv dude. If you're here. say hi! I've been meaning to try to make an L.A. area Riv enthusiast ride happen. Maybe this is a good sign! Cheers! Ben -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW

[RBW] Re: Fender Wobble

2022-05-18 Thread Ben Adrian
uot; with the front rack and bag. One thing I did notice is that it really wants to be a wheelie machine without the front rack. My front wheel kept coming up when climbing steep hills. Tonight I have a longer ride planned with a friend. We'll see how it does with a non-trivial distance.

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