Re: [RBW] FS: Waxed Canvas Bags.
No dude, please share. Bags look nice! On Tue, Jul 22, 2014 at 8:05 PM, David Banzer daban...@gmail.com wrote: Excuse me if this is frowned upon here, just shamelessly plugging my small hobby of bagmaking. I am finishing up a batch of saddle wedges and rackless front bags. Info here: treetop.bigcartel.com Any questions you may have? Please contact me offlist. Direct email is treetopb...@gmail.com. Riv content: started making these bags for my Redwood, which is featured in some bag photos. Thanks, David 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 post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout. -- I want the kind of six pack you can't drink. -- Micah -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: FS: Waxed Canvas Bags.
Tell us more about the size of a medium saddle bag; I never trust adjectives. Michael On Tuesday, July 22, 2014 11:05:43 PM UTC-4, David Banzer wrote: Excuse me if this is frowned upon here, just shamelessly plugging my small hobby of bagmaking. I am finishing up a batch of saddle wedges and rackless front bags. Info here: treetop.bigcartel.com Any questions you may have? Please contact me offlist. Direct email is treet...@gmail.com javascript:. Riv content: started making these bags for my Redwood, which is featured in some bag photos. Thanks, David 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 post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Just fixed, or new bike day? - either way, thanks to the nice Riv folks
Glad your story had such a happy ending, although it seems to have been a big disruption. Sometimes I get on my 2006 Rambouillet, after I haven't ridden it for awhile, and it feels like a new bike day; and after all the work you did I definitely recommend luxuriating in a new bike experience. BTW, it looks like your ridding buddy is getting too big for his ride, but probably not quite big enough for a tag along. Michael On Monday, July 21, 2014 4:24:43 PM UTC-4, John Stowe wrote: Back in May I was on a group ride with my toddler in the front seat of our Sam Hillborne when I got my first flat ever for that bike. Probably approaching 2000 miles on it, so not too bad, I thought. Walk to a bench, snack and sippy cup for the kid, get out the patch kit. As I pulled the frame pump out from between the double top tubes, though, I noticed a suspiciously rust-looking discoloration along the lug attaching the lower top tube to the seat tube. I'm perfectly comfortable doing my own maintenance, but frame issues are definitely above my pay grade - assuming that 1 1/2 top tubes would still be pretty good, I rode straight home and then the next day I took it by my LBS for diagnosis. I was hoping maybe there was just a gap in the paint that allowed water and then rust in, but the shop owner knew better what to look for and showed me that there actually was a crack, about halfway around the joint between the lug and the seat tube. Hard to say how long it was there, or took to develop - It was on the side I lean against the wall when I park it, and opposite the side I usually mount from, so it's not an area I looked at much. So it turns out the flat was a good thing. Once we got it cleaned up, I was able to get an OK picture or two (the little tab on the right is bent out a bit because we were picking at it trying to decide if it was a paint chip or metal). https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-jyhjNqQpbFk/U81oZFxg80I/Bcg/M7i258IK7YY/s1600/DSC_0306.jpg I got the frame secondhand, so Rivendell had no particular obligation to me (I was concerned about spending that much on a frame at the time, so saving a couple hundred bucks helped make my decision to get a Riv), but I figured I'd give them a call for advice on how to go about getting my frame repaired. Keven told me that while it could be repaired, they were curious to know how/why it failed, and would like for it to go back to the factory for inspection. I'm on the large side at 220ish lb., and I do carry the baby and/or groceries on occasion, but most of my riding is relatively low-stress city riding and commuting, so overall I probably cause much less stress than the other bikes on this list that get to go on off-road adventures/Jamborees/Entmoots/S24Os on a regular basis happily endure. Plus, it had fairly low mileage compared to a typical steel frame's lifetime (it was secondhand, but unbuilt/ridden before me). Keven worked with me on a much-more-than-fair deal to swap the frame for a new one, which with the recent sizing change durned out to be a better fit for me - I was between the 56cm and 60cm in the old lineup, so the new 58cm is right on the money. The new frame was on its way to me within a week, and the next weekend I swapped out the parts and sent the cracked frame back in the same box. Aside from the bare cable runs being ever-so-slightly longer, it was a pretty smooth process. The teardown was a lot quicker than the buildup, as expected. I figured I'd put my GoPro (sadly, having such things appears to be necessary with so many grumpy drivers around) on the ceiling fan and see what the top of my head looks like when I'm working on my bikes: http://youtu.be/EgTIcVUVnkA It's been a while now, but I still want to publicly thank Keven/Riv for going much farther than necessary to make sure I was back on a complete, non-broken Rivendell when there was really no obligation to help me at all. My question for the group is: did I get a second new bike day, or just a fixed bike day? There wasn't a dramatic change in feel between the old and new bikes, though I'd say my position did feel slightly more sensible - which I guess is a sign of a closer fit between the frame and rider size. Regardless, my co-pilot and I have been enjoying the new 58cm frame this summer (This picture also should answer the question: what good are those giant Bosco Bullmoose bars, really? Getting around babies with giant heads, of course!): https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-SzummpC179E/U81uEahzALI/Bcw/PYE4LnUrm0w/s1600/IMG_2496.jpg Two thoughts on shifting since moving to the new frame: 1. I had a bear of a time getting the front derailleur to shift properly when I swapped frames, especially into the smallest chainring (of a Sugino triple). I was using what I think is the same low-profile Shimano MTB derailleur that Riv sells, but I just
Re: [RBW] Re: Not my day
Sounds like you were lucky not to go over the HBs! I have found attaching fenders with an L clamp onto the brake bolt to be better than the hanging bolts. More support and less real estate under the fork. Happy trails. Michael On Wednesday, July 23, 2014 12:22:49 AM UTC-4, Tony DeFilippo wrote: Funny how these things come in groups... Glad you made it safely. I get alot of satisfaction from being able to diagnose and fix or at least manage issues. Speaking of issues, My commute home was a bit if a mess to. I dropped a full 'water bottle if the immortals' from Riv at saddle height and the mouth piece knocked off cleanly... Shattered right out if the bottle. Bad luck I thought, at least I was departing work for a week of vacation though... 100 yards away from my bike rack my while front end shuddered, snapped and I skidded to a halt. The Berthoud front rack of my Saluki and the front fender both were hanging forward on the wheel. The fork crown bolt somehow came loose catastrophically ( check your bolts!!) The fender was pretty crunched, the fork crown plate L plate shared off. But I managed to find the offending bolt in the street. I got the fender removed, stowed in my saddlebag and the rack/basket remounted. I'm not a big fan of the open bottom Berthoud brwcket for this particular application... So I learned something about my bike and made it home safely. Tony -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
Re: [RBW] Re: Not my day
Tony DeFilippo vpi...@gmail.com wrote: Funny how these things come in groups... Glad you made it safely. I get alot of satisfaction from being able to diagnose and fix or at least manage issues. Speaking of issues, My commute home was a bit if a mess to. I dropped a full 'water bottle if the immortals' from Riv at saddle height and the mouth piece knocked off cleanly... Shattered right out if the bottle. Bad luck I thought, at least I was departing work for a week of vacation though... 100 yards away from my bike rack my while front end shuddered, snapped and I skidded to a halt. The Berthoud front rack of my Saluki and the front fender both were hanging forward on the wheel. The fork crown bolt somehow came loose catastrophically ( check your bolts!!) The fender was pretty crunched, the fork crown plate L plate shared off. But I managed to find the offending bolt in the street. I got the fender removed, stowed in my saddlebag and the rack/basket remounted. I'm not a big fan of the open bottom Berthoud brwcket for this particular application... So I learned something about my bike and made it home safely. Tony -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout. -- Sent from my Android phone with K-9 Mail. Please excuse my brevity. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Front derailer forever overshifting - need help.
I use that campy FD on all my bikes, except the tandem which has a campy SR. I find they shift superbly. I would be very reluctant to bend one, since they don't make them any more.. When you wrote that you were at the limit of the set screw I wondered about the chain line and if the BB was too long, but then you added that you sometimes have trouble lifting the chain up to the big ring, and dropping the chain below the small ring. Starting over from scratch is probably a good idea but here are some of the things I've done over the years that have improved front end shifting. Make sure the chain isn't too long. The shortest workable chain and the shortest workable rear cage seems to produce the best front end shifting. I now use a chain catcher on all my bikes to prevent the chain from falling inside the inner ring. I like the ones from Aceco, but there certainly are cheaper ones that work as well. Sooner or later something will come just a bit out of alignment and trigger this kind of chain drop, When replacing big rings I now insist on one with a post between the ring and arm for the same reason, because sooner or later a chain will jump across and fall onto the arm. At least with a post, there is no chance of wrapping the chain. New rings shift better than old rings; good rings shift better than budget rings; ramped and pinned rings shift better than plain rings. I know some very smart people ( Grant Peterson, Jan Heine, Peter White) think ramps do not help, but I disagree. I wouldn't have thought so for my first 35 years of cycling but then I bought a set of ramped TAs and thought OMG. The ramped White Ind rings on my Ram also shift superbly. For the first two years of riding our tandem I had all the front end shifting issues you describe (plus not being able to drop the chain to the small ring), and noticed at tandem rallies that it seemed to be the most common problem among riders. Then I did all of the above and have not missed a shift on the tandem since. I suspect that the ramps simply encourage the chain to drop onto the ring when it may otherwise struggle to make good contact. Lastly, I would try to have the conversation with Grant. At least his thoughts on ST angle and front shifting would be good to know. Michael On Tuesday, July 22, 2014 11:13:40 AM UTC-4, Jim Bronson wrote: I have had my Rivendell for approximately 9 years now. During this time I have continually had problems with overshifting of the front derailer. This has continued through 4 different cranksets, two or three different front derailers, different brands of chains, different casettes, different LBSs tinkering with it and so forth. Not to mention my own tinkering. I've theorized that maybe the seat tube angle on my bike is different than others due to the large size of my bike - 69cm, but I don't really know. I had given up on the problem and just rode the chain back on to the big ring if it came off that way, or stopped and put it back on the granny if it came off that way. I just recently as in last week switched to a Deore SGS derailer, so super long cage. With so much longer of a cage, it pulls the chain back a lot father now when it comes off the big ring and I am afraid of something catastrophic happening like the chain getting tangled up in the spokes. So there is a renewed urgency to do something about it. The current front derailer is a Campy Racing T, which from what I read on the Internet is supposed to be good at shifting compact triples. I am currently running a Sugino XD600 46/36/26 crankset and also using Shimano 9 speed bar ends. If it makes a difference. I read something on the 650B list about bending in the leading tip of the outer plate to prevent overshifting. I really don't want to trash a perfectly good front derailer but I'd be willing to try it if there was a reasonable expectation of it being successful. To quote: On my last successful Ritchey crank build I used an NOS first generation Shimano deer head with said alignment and the leading tip of the outer plate bent in to better keep the 9spd chain from over shifting when coming back up onto the big ring. Or is there a different derailer model I should be using? I'm open to it. -- Keep the metal side up and the rubber side down! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
Re: [RBW] Re: Not my day
Definitely lucky... I was going slow which was the saving grace and oddly enough the bike never lurched or came out from under me. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] the new Suntour?
A recent post on a derailer hanger for Simple One referred to this site: http://sunxcd.net/chaintug/ Ignore, for now, the hanger, and check out the rest of the products. Read the About section, and the company's mission. Did I miss a conversation about this? Is this the new component manufacturer that Grant hinted at a number of months ago? (By the way, thanks to those who responded to my earlier post re: Hung or bomba. Just got back in town and reviewing...) -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Front derailer forever overshifting - need help.
I don't think the folks you cited think that ramps don't help; rather, that for doubles, not using indexed shifting, they help very little. If you're running an STI triple, on the other hand, you essentially cast the chain into the wind and hope that the wind catches it--which is precisely what the pins and ramps do. I have definitely found pinned/ramped shifting to be quicker on a double, but it's only *marginally* faster. OTOH, I had this kind of overshift problem for years with a Sugino XD2 crank, original rings (48/36/24. iirc), 105 triple FD. But it was only that bike...I never figured it out. Presently (different bike) I'm running TA rings on a Sugino PX crank, 46/30, with an Ultegra double front derailer, and since I dialed it in (which also meant replacing the RD with a long-cage unit in this case) I haven't had a drop to the inside OR outside. And once I got the limit screws set right,I could just slam it into big/small in front, which meant the chain never skated between rings. On Wednesday, July 23, 2014 8:31:55 AM UTC-4, Michael Hechmer wrote: I use that campy FD on all my bikes, except the tandem which has a campy SR. I find they shift superbly. I would be very reluctant to bend one, since they don't make them any more.. When you wrote that you were at the limit of the set screw I wondered about the chain line and if the BB was too long, but then you added that you sometimes have trouble lifting the chain up to the big ring, and dropping the chain below the small ring. Starting over from scratch is probably a good idea but here are some of the things I've done over the years that have improved front end shifting. Make sure the chain isn't too long. The shortest workable chain and the shortest workable rear cage seems to produce the best front end shifting. I now use a chain catcher on all my bikes to prevent the chain from falling inside the inner ring. I like the ones from Aceco, but there certainly are cheaper ones that work as well. Sooner or later something will come just a bit out of alignment and trigger this kind of chain drop, When replacing big rings I now insist on one with a post between the ring and arm for the same reason, because sooner or later a chain will jump across and fall onto the arm. At least with a post, there is no chance of wrapping the chain. New rings shift better than old rings; good rings shift better than budget rings; ramped and pinned rings shift better than plain rings. I know some very smart people ( Grant Peterson, Jan Heine, Peter White) think ramps do not help, but I disagree. I wouldn't have thought so for my first 35 years of cycling but then I bought a set of ramped TAs and thought OMG. The ramped White Ind rings on my Ram also shift superbly. For the first two years of riding our tandem I had all the front end shifting issues you describe (plus not being able to drop the chain to the small ring), and noticed at tandem rallies that it seemed to be the most common problem among riders. Then I did all of the above and have not missed a shift on the tandem since. I suspect that the ramps simply encourage the chain to drop onto the ring when it may otherwise struggle to make good contact. Lastly, I would try to have the conversation with Grant. At least his thoughts on ST angle and front shifting would be good to know. Michael On Tuesday, July 22, 2014 11:13:40 AM UTC-4, Jim Bronson wrote: I have had my Rivendell for approximately 9 years now. During this time I have continually had problems with overshifting of the front derailer. This has continued through 4 different cranksets, two or three different front derailers, different brands of chains, different casettes, different LBSs tinkering with it and so forth. Not to mention my own tinkering. I've theorized that maybe the seat tube angle on my bike is different than others due to the large size of my bike - 69cm, but I don't really know. I had given up on the problem and just rode the chain back on to the big ring if it came off that way, or stopped and put it back on the granny if it came off that way. I just recently as in last week switched to a Deore SGS derailer, so super long cage. With so much longer of a cage, it pulls the chain back a lot father now when it comes off the big ring and I am afraid of something catastrophic happening like the chain getting tangled up in the spokes. So there is a renewed urgency to do something about it. The current front derailer is a Campy Racing T, which from what I read on the Internet is supposed to be good at shifting compact triples. I am currently running a Sugino XD600 46/36/26 crankset and also using Shimano 9 speed bar ends. If it makes a difference. I read something on the 650B list about bending in the leading tip of the outer plate to prevent overshifting. I really don't want to trash a
Re: [RBW] Re: Front derailer forever overshifting - need help.
Michael, Good thoughts. It's not actually at the limit of the set screw, rather, the set screw is in far enough that (ironically) it's quite difficult at times to shift into the big ring. At one point during my after-work ride yesterday, I was not able to get it to climb into the big ring at all. It was just grabbing at the ramps but not jumping up. Later I tried again and was able to shift into the big ring without incident. I tried to leave it in the big ring as much as possible which is more doable with the 11-34 I recently installed. I find that it's most likely to settle in under medium pedal pressure. Too light, and it doesn't climb at all, too heavy and it jumps right over. But anyway I will start from scratch as soon as I get some time, which may be after Saturday. I have appointments the next three nights and then the local RUSA group is doing an overnight 300K on Saturday night/Sunday morning so I am loath go to messing with my front derailer the afternoon before that. If re-doing the set screws from scratch doesn't help I will try angling the cage slightly, I'll come back and read the thread as to which way I am supposed to angle it at that time. I don't really relish the thought of bending the front derailer either, since it seems to work well for other people. However, if that is a viable option I'd probably rather pay someone else to do it that has successfully performed the modification before. As for chains, with my old rear derailer I was shortening chains two links out of the box when I installed them with the SRAM or KMC chains that I use as they come with 116 links. With this new one and the 11-34 I left them all on. The front shifting is about the same either way. I agree that nicer chainrings shift better in general, however, I had a TA Carmina crankset installed before this and it overshifted with about the same frequency. Granted, it did shift better when it wasn't overshifting. I could get shorter arms for the Carmina now that I have converted to 170mm but I can get 3 complete XD600s for the cost of the 170 Carmina crankarms. (yes I know, 170mm cranks seem incongrous with my height but I actually like them plus there is a ground clearance issue with longer cranks with the 650b conversion on my bike with 80mm BB drop) Consulting with Rivendell is something I should do. I don't probably think that I would get Grant if I called on the phone, but I have talked to several of the others before. I'll be leaving for the Bay Area in a week for 3CR and would like to visit the Rivendell World HQ anyway. I have the early part of the week before the ride available. On Wed, Jul 23, 2014 at 7:31 AM, Michael Hechmer mhech...@gmail.com wrote: I use that campy FD on all my bikes, except the tandem which has a campy SR. I find they shift superbly. I would be very reluctant to bend one, since they don't make them any more.. When you wrote that you were at the limit of the set screw I wondered about the chain line and if the BB was too long, but then you added that you sometimes have trouble lifting the chain up to the big ring, and dropping the chain below the small ring. Starting over from scratch is probably a good idea but here are some of the things I've done over the years that have improved front end shifting. Make sure the chain isn't too long. The shortest workable chain and the shortest workable rear cage seems to produce the best front end shifting. I now use a chain catcher on all my bikes to prevent the chain from falling inside the inner ring. I like the ones from Aceco, but there certainly are cheaper ones that work as well. Sooner or later something will come just a bit out of alignment and trigger this kind of chain drop, When replacing big rings I now insist on one with a post between the ring and arm for the same reason, because sooner or later a chain will jump across and fall onto the arm. At least with a post, there is no chance of wrapping the chain. New rings shift better than old rings; good rings shift better than budget rings; ramped and pinned rings shift better than plain rings. I know some very smart people ( Grant Peterson, Jan Heine, Peter White) think ramps do not help, but I disagree. I wouldn't have thought so for my first 35 years of cycling but then I bought a set of ramped TAs and thought OMG. The ramped White Ind rings on my Ram also shift superbly. For the first two years of riding our tandem I had all the front end shifting issues you describe (plus not being able to drop the chain to the small ring), and noticed at tandem rallies that it seemed to be the most common problem among riders. Then I did all of the above and have not missed a shift on the tandem since. I suspect that the ramps simply encourage the chain to drop onto the ring when it may otherwise struggle to make good contact. Lastly, I would try to have the conversation with Grant. At least his thoughts on ST angle and
[RBW] Re: the new Suntour?
The Exceed crank arms look very nice. I particularly like the idea of an adapter to allow the use of 110/74 bcd chainrings. I'm a big TA Cyclotouriste fan, particularly now that it's easier to source chainrings, but it would be nice to be able to use more normal rings. Cheers- Mike in Htfd, CT -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: the new Suntour?
See also the feature bike on their website ... On Wednesday, July 23, 2014 8:02:23 AM UTC-5, MobileBill wrote: A recent post on a derailer hanger for Simple One referred to this site: http://sunxcd.net/chaintug/ Ignore, for now, the hanger, and check out the rest of the products. Read the About section, and the company's mission. Did I miss a conversation about this? Is this the new component manufacturer that Grant hinted at a number of months ago? (By the way, thanks to those who responded to my earlier post re: Hung or bomba. Just got back in town and reviewing...) -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: the new Suntour?
They are very nice. After a left arm broke, I replaced my cyclotouriste crank with an Exceed set. Q is small, but the crank arms flare out nicely to give you a cozy balance. http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v728/bulldog1935/Raleigh/700c/aaaP3150005.jpg I ordered mine through a Japanese broker and saved only a few dollars over Jitensa, but $60 over Merry Sales price. http://homepage1.nifty.com/ct-seizan/sub053.html On Wednesday, July 23, 2014 8:57:28 AM UTC-5, M D Smith wrote: The Exceed crank arms look very nice. I particularly like the idea of an adapter to allow the use of 110/74 bcd chainrings. I'm a big TA Cyclotouriste fan, particularly now that it's easier to source chainrings, but it would be nice to be able to use more normal rings. Cheers- Mike in Htfd, CT -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: the new Suntour?
Sorry, now that I have the right search terms in place, I see this was discussed back in April, and that this is somehow an extension of the microshift products once offered by Riv. To salvage this conversation, maybe I should ask if anyone knows much about what's happening with this company (and whether Riv plans to pick them up again). On Wednesday, July 23, 2014 8:02:23 AM UTC-5, MobileBill wrote: A recent post on a derailer hanger for Simple One referred to this site: http://sunxcd.net/chaintug/ Ignore, for now, the hanger, and check out the rest of the products. Read the About section, and the company's mission. Did I miss a conversation about this? Is this the new component manufacturer that Grant hinted at a number of months ago? (By the way, thanks to those who responded to my earlier post re: Hung or bomba. Just got back in town and reviewing...) -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: the new Suntour?
This post may help : https://groups.google.com/forum/#!topic/internet-bob/KiIRpteitHc -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
Re: [RBW] Re: Front derailer forever overshifting - need help.
Yes strange on how certain problems particular to certain bikes. I have an STI triple with a mix of 105 and Ultegra parts on my go-fast bike, a Paul Taylor custom and it's always shifted superb in the front. I can only remember dropping the chain once ever, and that was when I shifted both derailers at once, which I like to do when going from the big ring to the little ring to better rev-match the chainring changes. I just hit both the little buttons at the same time and 99.999% of the time it works fine. On Wed, Jul 23, 2014 at 8:37 AM, Andrew Marchant-Shapiro marchantshap...@gmail.com wrote: I don't think the folks you cited think that ramps don't help; rather, that for doubles, not using indexed shifting, they help very little. If you're running an STI triple, on the other hand, you essentially cast the chain into the wind and hope that the wind catches it--which is precisely what the pins and ramps do. I have definitely found pinned/ramped shifting to be quicker on a double, but it's only *marginally* faster. OTOH, I had this kind of overshift problem for years with a Sugino XD2 crank, original rings (48/36/24. iirc), 105 triple FD. But it was only that bike...I never figured it out. Presently (different bike) I'm running TA rings on a Sugino PX crank, 46/30, with an Ultegra double front derailer, and since I dialed it in (which also meant replacing the RD with a long-cage unit in this case) I haven't had a drop to the inside OR outside. And once I got the limit screws set right,I could just slam it into big/small in front, which meant the chain never skated between rings. On Wednesday, July 23, 2014 8:31:55 AM UTC-4, Michael Hechmer wrote: I use that campy FD on all my bikes, except the tandem which has a campy SR. I find they shift superbly. I would be very reluctant to bend one, since they don't make them any more.. When you wrote that you were at the limit of the set screw I wondered about the chain line and if the BB was too long, but then you added that you sometimes have trouble lifting the chain up to the big ring, and dropping the chain below the small ring. Starting over from scratch is probably a good idea but here are some of the things I've done over the years that have improved front end shifting. Make sure the chain isn't too long. The shortest workable chain and the shortest workable rear cage seems to produce the best front end shifting. I now use a chain catcher on all my bikes to prevent the chain from falling inside the inner ring. I like the ones from Aceco, but there certainly are cheaper ones that work as well. Sooner or later something will come just a bit out of alignment and trigger this kind of chain drop, When replacing big rings I now insist on one with a post between the ring and arm for the same reason, because sooner or later a chain will jump across and fall onto the arm. At least with a post, there is no chance of wrapping the chain. New rings shift better than old rings; good rings shift better than budget rings; ramped and pinned rings shift better than plain rings. I know some very smart people ( Grant Peterson, Jan Heine, Peter White) think ramps do not help, but I disagree. I wouldn't have thought so for my first 35 years of cycling but then I bought a set of ramped TAs and thought OMG. The ramped White Ind rings on my Ram also shift superbly. For the first two years of riding our tandem I had all the front end shifting issues you describe (plus not being able to drop the chain to the small ring), and noticed at tandem rallies that it seemed to be the most common problem among riders. Then I did all of the above and have not missed a shift on the tandem since. I suspect that the ramps simply encourage the chain to drop onto the ring when it may otherwise struggle to make good contact. Lastly, I would try to have the conversation with Grant. At least his thoughts on ST angle and front shifting would be good to know. Michael On Tuesday, July 22, 2014 11:13:40 AM UTC-4, Jim Bronson wrote: I have had my Rivendell for approximately 9 years now. During this time I have continually had problems with overshifting of the front derailer. This has continued through 4 different cranksets, two or three different front derailers, different brands of chains, different casettes, different LBSs tinkering with it and so forth. Not to mention my own tinkering. I've theorized that maybe the seat tube angle on my bike is different than others due to the large size of my bike - 69cm, but I don't really know. I had given up on the problem and just rode the chain back on to the big ring if it came off that way, or stopped and put it back on the granny if it came off that way. I just recently as in last week switched to a Deore SGS derailer, so super long cage. With so much longer of a cage, it pulls the chain back a lot father now when it comes off the big ring and I am afraid of
[RBW] Re: Cover of Bicycle Times Magazine
Hey All, Anyone know anything about the build specs of the Mr. Gray's Hunq? I'm curious in general, but specifically about the bars. Thanks, Chris Redding, Ca. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
Re: [RBW] the new Suntour?
This has been discussed briefly on the group before. Now me, I am actually interested in the purpose of the hangar. When would this sort of thing be used? On a bike that didn't have a proper derailer hanger? On Wed, Jul 23, 2014 at 8:02 AM, MobileBill zeusande...@gmail.com wrote: A recent post on a derailer hanger for Simple One referred to this site: http://sunxcd.net/chaintug/ Ignore, for now, the hanger, and check out the rest of the products. Read the About section, and the company's mission. Did I miss a conversation about this? Is this the new component manufacturer that Grant hinted at a number of months ago? (By the way, thanks to those who responded to my earlier post re: Hung or bomba. Just got back in town and reviewing...) -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout. -- Keep the metal side up and the rubber side down! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: FS: Waxed Canvas Bags.
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v728/bulldog1935/Raleigh/F%20Moser/aaaP6140003.jpg Acorn discontinued their wedge bag, and it looks like you've picked it up - good for you. On my road bike this is my roadside bag and carries everything I could need in a forced stop including a spare tire. On Tuesday, July 22, 2014 10:05:43 PM UTC-5, David Banzer wrote: Excuse me if this is frowned upon here, just shamelessly plugging my small hobby of bagmaking. I am finishing up a batch of saddle wedges and rackless front bags. Info here: treetop.bigcartel.com Any questions you may have? Please contact me offlist. Direct email is treet...@gmail.com javascript:. Riv content: started making these bags for my Redwood, which is featured in some bag photos. Thanks, David 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 post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
Re: [RBW] the new Suntour?
Converting your ss with track ends to a rd? I'm curious how that would work in practice; seems a bit awkward, while the old-style, bolt-on hangars were relatively secure if a bit clunky -- though, would they work with track ends? The various components would all be on my short list (at least to be examined closely) were I buying new to build up a bike. Silver, pretty, light; don't know anything about strong or cheap. On Wed, Jul 23, 2014 at 8:53 AM, Jim Bronson jim.bron...@gmail.com wrote: This has been discussed briefly on the group before. Now me, I am actually interested in the purpose of the hangar. When would this sort of thing be used? On a bike that didn't have a proper derailer hanger? On Wed, Jul 23, 2014 at 8:02 AM, MobileBill zeusande...@gmail.com wrote: A recent post on a derailer hanger for Simple One referred to this site: http://sunxcd.net/chaintug/ Ignore, for now, the hanger, and check out the rest of the products. Read the About section, and the company's mission. Did I miss a conversation about this? Is this the new component manufacturer that Grant hinted at a number of months ago? (By the way, thanks to those who responded to my earlier post re: Hung or bomba. Just got back in town and reviewing...) -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout. -- Keep the metal side up and the rubber side down! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout. -- Resumes, LinkedIn profiles, and letters that get interviews. By-the-hour resume and LinkedIn coaching. Other professional writing services. http://www.resumespecialties.com/ Patrick Moore Albuquerque, Nouvelle Mexique, Etats Unis * * Where you come from is gone, where you thought you were going to never was there, and where you are is no good unless you can get away from it. Where is there a place for you to be? No place.* * Nothing outside you can give you any place, he said. You needn't to look at the sky because it's not going to open up and show no place behind it. You needn't to search for any hole in the ground to look through into somewhere else. You can't go neither forwards nor backwards into your daddy's time nor your children's if you have them. In yourself right now is all the place you've got. If there was any Fall, look there, if there was any Redemption, look there, and if you expect any Judgment, look there, because they all three will have to be in your time and your body and where in your time and your body can they be?* * Where in your time and your body has Jesus redeemed you? he cried. Show me where because I don't see the place. If there was a place where Jesus had redeemed you that would be the place for you to be, but which of you can find it?” -- Flannery O'Connor, Wise Blood * -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: the new Suntour?
Looks like a Hunq. Sweet! I like the look of the components a lot. Nice and clean, not too flashy. I'm glad to see Suntour's back On Wednesday, July 23, 2014 8:59:12 AM UTC-5, MobileBill wrote: See also the feature bike on their website ... On Wednesday, July 23, 2014 8:02:23 AM UTC-5, MobileBill wrote: A recent post on a derailer hanger for Simple One referred to this site: http://sunxcd.net/chaintug/ Ignore, for now, the hanger, and check out the rest of the products. Read the About section, and the company's mission. Did I miss a conversation about this? Is this the new component manufacturer that Grant hinted at a number of months ago? (By the way, thanks to those who responded to my earlier post re: Hung or bomba. Just got back in town and reviewing...) -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: IRD Retro-shift-like levers
On a related question...does anyone have any experience with their freewheels? They look decent and I have a couple of Rivs that may be due for freewheel replacement soon. I'm pretty regular about changing chains and stuff, but decent quality freewheels are hard to find On Tuesday, July 22, 2014 6:50:23 PM UTC-5, Tony DeFilippo wrote: http://store.interlocracing.com/porabrlepa.html Anyone have any experience with these? Or ordering direct from IRD? Retroshift, now renamed 'gevenall' which seems dumb to me put out this design a couple years ago. I've been interested in them, but I'm not a fan of the new name engraved all over the levers and I came across this kind of tucked away in the brakes section of IRD's web store. I can't find any other mention of it on the web. To me it looks like a naked, unbranded version of what Retroshift is calling their 'Audax' lever. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: IRD Retro-shift-like levers
I wonder well these would work on mustache bars? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: What 650b hammered aluminum fenders fit a Bleriot?
Here's what you do-- Mark the chainstay exactly 320mm from the axle centerline. That's the critical point where you want to measure the clearance between the stays. At 320mm is where your Hetres will be at their widest. You want clearance of at least 46mm there. Most any 650B fenders will work as long as you have 46mm there, as they will intersect the stays slightly farther away from the axle, around 325-330mm. Some dimpling may be required (don't cut!!) but the dimpling actually helps secure the fender. Here's a 650B conversion I did. I had 46mm to work with @ 320mm from the axle center, the minimum to fit Hetres with fenders. In this case the fenders were 52mm VO Zeppelins. I used the Weigle method published in BQ a few years ago to dimple the fenders. https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5291/5455249676_17ece0d7cd_z.jpg https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5291/5429235673_030957b269_z.jpg Anton On Tuesday, July 22, 2014 6:06:11 PM UTC-4, lungimsam wrote: ...with 40mm wide tires? I have a Bleriot with only 45mm space between chainstays, near the fender mount bolt bridge behind the seat tube. What fenders work without cutting them to fit? If I can't find anything I might just go with the ole' trusty Longboards as I know they fit. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
Re: [RBW] the new Suntour?
also, old road bikes (and most mountain bikes) - this is a Raleigh steel derailleur hanger http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v728/bulldog1935/Raleigh/700c/aP1170010.jpg On Wednesday, July 23, 2014 10:05:59 AM UTC-5, Patrick Moore wrote: Converting your ss with track ends to a rd? I'm curious how that would work in practice; seems a bit awkward, while the old-style, bolt-on hangars were relatively secure if a bit clunky -- though, would they work with track ends? The various components would all be on my short list (at least to be examined closely) were I buying new to build up a bike. Silver, pretty, light; don't know anything about strong or cheap. On Wed, Jul 23, 2014 at 8:53 AM, Jim Bronson jim.b...@gmail.com javascript: wrote: This has been discussed briefly on the group before. Now me, I am actually interested in the purpose of the hangar. When would this sort of thing be used? On a bike that didn't have a proper derailer hanger? On Wed, Jul 23, 2014 at 8:02 AM, MobileBill zeusa...@gmail.com javascript: wrote: A recent post on a derailer hanger for Simple One referred to this site: http://sunxcd.net/chaintug/ Ignore, for now, the hanger, and check out the rest of the products. Read the About section, and the company's mission. Did I miss a conversation about this? Is this the new component manufacturer that Grant hinted at a number of months ago? (By the way, thanks to those who responded to my earlier post re: Hung or bomba. Just got back in town and reviewing...) -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bun...@googlegroups.com javascript:. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owne...@googlegroups.com javascript:. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout. -- Keep the metal side up and the rubber side down! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bun...@googlegroups.com javascript:. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owne...@googlegroups.com javascript:. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout. -- Resumes, LinkedIn profiles, and letters that get interviews. By-the-hour resume and LinkedIn coaching. Other professional writing services. http://www.resumespecialties.com/ Patrick Moore Albuquerque, Nouvelle Mexique, Etats Unis * * Where you come from is gone, where you thought you were going to never was there, and where you are is no good unless you can get away from it. Where is there a place for you to be? No place.* * Nothing outside you can give you any place, he said. You needn't to look at the sky because it's not going to open up and show no place behind it. You needn't to search for any hole in the ground to look through into somewhere else. You can't go neither forwards nor backwards into your daddy's time nor your children's if you have them. In yourself right now is all the place you've got. If there was any Fall, look there, if there was any Redemption, look there, and if you expect any Judgment, look there, because they all three will have to be in your time and your body and where in your time and your body can they be?* * Where in your time and your body has Jesus redeemed you? he cried. Show me where because I don't see the place. If there was a place where Jesus had redeemed you that would be the place for you to be, but which of you can find it?” -- Flannery O'Connor, Wise Blood * -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
Re: [RBW] the new Suntour?
The Suntour XCD rear derailer is definitely not cheap, it's over $100 online whereas a plain jane silver Deore goes for less than $50 online and works really well on two of my bikes. When I changed to 11-34 I considered the XCD, then chose the latter option. What's really galling is that the equivalent Microshift to the Suntour XCD sold for under $50 online, although now that Suntour XCD released their model, it appears that supplies of the Microshift equivalent have dried up. http://www.microshift.com.tw/RD-R51M_rd.html On Wed, Jul 23, 2014 at 10:05 AM, Patrick Moore bertin...@gmail.com wrote: Converting your ss with track ends to a rd? I'm curious how that would work in practice; seems a bit awkward, while the old-style, bolt-on hangars were relatively secure if a bit clunky -- though, would they work with track ends? The various components would all be on my short list (at least to be examined closely) were I buying new to build up a bike. Silver, pretty, light; don't know anything about strong or cheap. On Wed, Jul 23, 2014 at 8:53 AM, Jim Bronson jim.bron...@gmail.com wrote: This has been discussed briefly on the group before. Now me, I am actually interested in the purpose of the hangar. When would this sort of thing be used? On a bike that didn't have a proper derailer hanger? On Wed, Jul 23, 2014 at 8:02 AM, MobileBill zeusande...@gmail.com wrote: A recent post on a derailer hanger for Simple One referred to this site: http://sunxcd.net/chaintug/ Ignore, for now, the hanger, and check out the rest of the products. Read the About section, and the company's mission. Did I miss a conversation about this? Is this the new component manufacturer that Grant hinted at a number of months ago? (By the way, thanks to those who responded to my earlier post re: Hung or bomba. Just got back in town and reviewing...) -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout. -- Keep the metal side up and the rubber side down! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout. -- Resumes, LinkedIn profiles, and letters that get interviews. By-the-hour resume and LinkedIn coaching. Other professional writing services. http://www.resumespecialties.com/ Patrick Moore Albuquerque, Nouvelle Mexique, Etats Unis * * Where you come from is gone, where you thought you were going to never was there, and where you are is no good unless you can get away from it. Where is there a place for you to be? No place.* * Nothing outside you can give you any place, he said. You needn't to look at the sky because it's not going to open up and show no place behind it. You needn't to search for any hole in the ground to look through into somewhere else. You can't go neither forwards nor backwards into your daddy's time nor your children's if you have them. In yourself right now is all the place you've got. If there was any Fall, look there, if there was any Redemption, look there, and if you expect any Judgment, look there, because they all three will have to be in your time and your body and where in your time and your body can they be?* * Where in your time and your body has Jesus redeemed you? he cried. Show me where because I don't see the place. If there was a place where Jesus had redeemed you that would be the place for you to be, but which of you can find it?” -- Flannery O'Connor, Wise Blood * -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout. -- Keep the metal side up and the rubber side down! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to
[RBW] Re: FS: Waxed Canvas Bags.
On Wednesday, July 23, 2014 6:38:34 AM UTC-5, Michael Hechmer wrote: Tell us more about the size of a medium saddle bag; I never trust adjectives. Michael The medium is: Dimensions: 12 length unrolled, about 9 length when closed 3 height 2-1/2 tapered to 4-1/2 width These are wedges and not a typical saddlebag. They are smaller than what I would consider a saddlebag. Semantics I suppose. I have made a smaller wedge, which fits less, and larger ones which fit more, which is what Patrick was referring to. As Ron has said, the medium is similar to the Acorn tubular bag that they stopped making. The medium fits more than just a spare tube and tools, which is why I called it medium I suppose. It's best for a bike for day rides where the riding is the emphasis, and you're not needing to carry a rando load or camping equipment. My Redwood fits this category. Add a small handlebar bag (like this guy: http://treetop.bigcartel.com/product/rolltop-handlebar-bag-gray-waxed-canvas-ready-to-ship) and I can commute and carry a light rando load. As I'm just starting out at this, I'm still working on new designs, but will continue to make and offer designs that I know work well. That being said, rolltop designs really help and allow bags to be overstuffed, if packed correctly. Thanks to all for the kind words on off list. David 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 post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
Re: [RBW] the new Suntour?
How 'bout this one Jim :) All silver too http://www.microshift.com.tw/RD-R47S_r10.html http://www.ebikestop.com/microshift_r10_long_cage_10_speed_rear_derailleur-RD0103.php https://www.google.com/search?q=MicroShift+R10+Long+Cage+10+speed+Rear+Derailleurgws_rd=ssl#q=MicroShift+Rd+r47+Long+Cage+10+speed+Rear+Derailleursafe=off -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Just fixed, or new bike day? - either way, thanks to the nice Riv folks
Yes, dynamo wire, using clear racer/helicopter tape http://www.amazon.com/ISC-Racerstape-com-Paint-surface-guard/dp/B000TPC7HU - the most secure and unobtrusive way I've found. On Tuesday, July 22, 2014 6:53:13 PM UTC-4, Tom Harrop wrote: Oh yeah, and was that the dynamo wire you were taping to the frame right at the start? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: IRD Retro-shift-like levers
Ryan, I have used IRD freewheels for about 4 years now. They work great. I know there were some quality control issues with the early models but I have never had a problem. Many thousands of miles, no issues. Exactly what you want from a freewheel. On Wednesday, July 23, 2014 11:48:10 AM UTC-4, Ryan wrote: On a related question...does anyone have any experience with their freewheels? They look decent and I have a couple of Rivs that may be due for freewheel replacement soon. I'm pretty regular about changing chains and stuff, but decent quality freewheels are hard to find On Tuesday, July 22, 2014 6:50:23 PM UTC-5, Tony DeFilippo wrote: http://store.interlocracing.com/porabrlepa.html Anyone have any experience with these? Or ordering direct from IRD? Retroshift, now renamed 'gevenall' which seems dumb to me put out this design a couple years ago. I've been interested in them, but I'm not a fan of the new name engraved all over the levers and I came across this kind of tucked away in the brakes section of IRD's web store. I can't find any other mention of it on the web. To me it looks like a naked, unbranded version of what Retroshift is calling their 'Audax' lever. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
Re: [RBW] the new Suntour?
Oh... I guess it says 28t max cog . Hmmm. the wrap is the same though, and the cage looks just as long . . . .idk. lol ! On Wednesday, July 23, 2014 1:04:23 PM UTC-4, Garth wrote: How 'bout this one Jim :) All silver too http://www.microshift.com.tw/RD-R47S_r10.html http://www.ebikestop.com/microshift_r10_long_cage_10_speed_rear_derailleur-RD0103.php https://www.google.com/search?q=MicroShift+R10+Long+Cage+10+speed+Rear+Derailleurgws_rd=ssl#q=MicroShift+Rd+r47+Long+Cage+10+speed+Rear+Derailleursafe=off -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
Re: [RBW] the new Suntour?
I've got an old Nishiki that has one of those derailers with an integrated hanger. I was wondering if that piece could replace it. On Wed, Jul 23, 2014 at 11:26 AM, Ron Mc bulldog...@gmail.com wrote: also, old road bikes (and most mountain bikes) - this is a Raleigh steel derailleur hanger http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v728/bulldog1935/Raleigh/700c/aP1170010.jpg On Wednesday, July 23, 2014 10:05:59 AM UTC-5, Patrick Moore wrote: Converting your ss with track ends to a rd? I'm curious how that would work in practice; seems a bit awkward, while the old-style, bolt-on hangars were relatively secure if a bit clunky -- though, would they work with track ends? The various components would all be on my short list (at least to be examined closely) were I buying new to build up a bike. Silver, pretty, light; don't know anything about strong or cheap. On Wed, Jul 23, 2014 at 8:53 AM, Jim Bronson jim.b...@gmail.com wrote: This has been discussed briefly on the group before. Now me, I am actually interested in the purpose of the hangar. When would this sort of thing be used? On a bike that didn't have a proper derailer hanger? On Wed, Jul 23, 2014 at 8:02 AM, MobileBill zeusa...@gmail.com wrote: A recent post on a derailer hanger for Simple One referred to this site: http://sunxcd.net/chaintug/ Ignore, for now, the hanger, and check out the rest of the products. Read the About section, and the company's mission. Did I miss a conversation about this? Is this the new component manufacturer that Grant hinted at a number of months ago? (By the way, thanks to those who responded to my earlier post re: Hung or bomba. Just got back in town and reviewing...) -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bun...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owne...@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout. -- Keep the metal side up and the rubber side down! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bun...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owne...@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout. -- Resumes, LinkedIn profiles, and letters that get interviews. By-the-hour resume and LinkedIn coaching. Other professional writing services. http://www.resumespecialties.com/ Patrick Moore Albuquerque, Nouvelle Mexique, Etats Unis * * Where you come from is gone, where you thought you were going to never was there, and where you are is no good unless you can get away from it. Where is there a place for you to be? No place.* * Nothing outside you can give you any place, he said. You needn't to look at the sky because it's not going to open up and show no place behind it. You needn't to search for any hole in the ground to look through into somewhere else. You can't go neither forwards nor backwards into your daddy's time nor your children's if you have them. In yourself right now is all the place you've got. If there was any Fall, look there, if there was any Redemption, look there, and if you expect any Judgment, look there, because they all three will have to be in your time and your body and where in your time and your body can they be?* * Where in your time and your body has Jesus redeemed you? he cried. Show me where because I don't see the place. If there was a place where Jesus had redeemed you that would be the place for you to be, but which of you can find it?” -- Flannery O'Connor, Wise Blood * -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout. -- Keep the metal side up and the rubber side down! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
Re: [RBW] the new Suntour?
I looked at the silver long cage R10, it looks nice but the rating for the biggest cog is 28. The silver Chorus that I had before was rated to 29, and was handling 30. So I would say it was at best equivalent to what I had already. I wanted to run something that was officially rated to handle 34, so that's how I ended up where I did. On Wed, Jul 23, 2014 at 12:04 PM, Garth garth...@gmail.com wrote: How 'bout this one Jim :) All silver too http://www.microshift.com.tw/RD-R47S_r10.html http://www.ebikestop.com/microshift_r10_long_cage_10_speed_rear_derailleur-RD0103.php https://www.google.com/search?q=MicroShift+R10+Long+Cage+10+speed+Rear+Derailleurgws_rd=ssl#q=MicroShift+Rd+r47+Long+Cage+10+speed+Rear+Derailleursafe=off -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout. -- Keep the metal side up and the rubber side down! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
Re: [RBW] the new Suntour?
Am pretty sure this widget is intended for reverse-fork (track) ends (Sheldon wouldn'tve want you calling them dropouts!), e.g. Quickbeam. Or perhaps your ex-keirin fixie. ;-) =- Joe Bunik Walnut Creek, CA On 7/23/14, Jim Bronson jim.bron...@gmail.com wrote: I've got an old Nishiki that has one of those derailers with an integrated hanger. I was wondering if that piece could replace it. On Wed, Jul 23, 2014 at 11:26 AM, Ron Mc bulldog...@gmail.com wrote: also, old road bikes (and most mountain bikes) - this is a Raleigh steel derailleur hanger http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v728/bulldog1935/Raleigh/700c/aP1170010.jpg On Wednesday, July 23, 2014 10:05:59 AM UTC-5, Patrick Moore wrote: Converting your ss with track ends to a rd? I'm curious how that would work in practice; seems a bit awkward, while the old-style, bolt-on hangars were relatively secure if a bit clunky -- though, would they work with track ends? The various components would all be on my short list (at least to be examined closely) were I buying new to build up a bike. Silver, pretty, light; don't know anything about strong or cheap. On Wed, Jul 23, 2014 at 8:53 AM, Jim Bronson jim.b...@gmail.com wrote: This has been discussed briefly on the group before. Now me, I am actually interested in the purpose of the hangar. When would this sort of thing be used? On a bike that didn't have a proper derailer hanger? On Wed, Jul 23, 2014 at 8:02 AM, MobileBill zeusa...@gmail.com wrote: A recent post on a derailer hanger for Simple One referred to this site: http://sunxcd.net/chaintug/ Ignore, for now, the hanger, and check out the rest of the products. Read the About section, and the company's mission. Did I miss a conversation about this? Is this the new component manufacturer that Grant hinted at a number of months ago? (By the way, thanks to those who responded to my earlier post re: Hung or bomba. Just got back in town and reviewing...) -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bun...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owne...@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout. -- Keep the metal side up and the rubber side down! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bun...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owne...@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout. -- Resumes, LinkedIn profiles, and letters that get interviews. By-the-hour resume and LinkedIn coaching. Other professional writing services. http://www.resumespecialties.com/ Patrick Moore Albuquerque, Nouvelle Mexique, Etats Unis * * Where you come from is gone, where you thought you were going to never was there, and where you are is no good unless you can get away from it. Where is there a place for you to be? No place.* * Nothing outside you can give you any place, he said. You needn't to look at the sky because it's not going to open up and show no place behind it. You needn't to search for any hole in the ground to look through into somewhere else. You can't go neither forwards nor backwards into your daddy's time nor your children's if you have them. In yourself right now is all the place you've got. If there was any Fall, look there, if there was any Redemption, look there, and if you expect any Judgment, look there, because they all three will have to be in your time and your body and where in your time and your body can they be?* * Where in your time and your body has Jesus redeemed you? he cried. Show me where because I don't see the place. If there was a place where Jesus had redeemed you that would be the place for you to be, but which of you can find it? -- Flannery O'Connor, Wise Blood * -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout. -- Keep the metal side up and the rubber side down! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to
Re: [RBW] the new Suntour?
Yeah, it might have worked, but I judged the comfort of knowing it will work as being more important than aesthetics because I use my Rivendell as a brevet bike. On Wed, Jul 23, 2014 at 12:09 PM, Garth garth...@gmail.com wrote: Oh... I guess it says 28t max cog . Hmmm. the wrap is the same though, and the cage looks just as long . . . .idk. lol ! On Wednesday, July 23, 2014 1:04:23 PM UTC-4, Garth wrote: How 'bout this one Jim :) All silver too http://www.microshift.com.tw/RD-R47S_r10.html http://www.ebikestop.com/microshift_r10_long_cage_10_ speed_rear_derailleur-RD0103.php https://www.google.com/search?q=MicroShift+R10+Long+Cage+10+ speed+Rear+Derailleurgws_rd=ssl#q=MicroShift+Rd+r47+Long+ Cage+10+speed+Rear+Derailleursafe=off -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout. -- Keep the metal side up and the rubber side down! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Just fixed, or new bike day? - either way, thanks to the nice Riv folks
I suppose I should clarify that I did pay for the new frame - but full price, which they certainly could have asked for, since as you say, I wasn't the customer (though several parts did come from them, most visibly the Bosco Bullmoose's). Wouldn't want to set up anyone else to expect (or demand) free stuff, especially since every situation is different. I told Keven I was curious, so hopefully he'll let me know what they find out about the problem. My uneducated guess would have been that something wasn't right with the brazing process, wrong temperature or some such thing, except it looks like the crack is in the tube and not actually inside the joint - of course that could also be a side effect of my riding on it loose, when the problem started elsewhere. On Wednesday, July 23, 2014 1:14:34 AM UTC-4, lungimsam wrote: Wow! That's what I call amazing customer service - and you weren't even the customer! Compliments to RBW for going above and beyond. That goes a long way in goodwill, I'd say. I look forward to a Blug post about this frame and how they figure it happened. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Just fixed, or new bike day? - either way, thanks to the nice Riv folks
My riding buddy has 6 pounds to go before he's officially too big, but the foot rests are starting to feel a bit short. Funny, you'd think a Dutch baby seat would allow for long legs. He's almost tall enough for his first balance bike - non-Riv, unless that's what the Clem Smith turns out to be! 5th floor apartment means no tagalongs, trailers or other things that won't fit in the elevator Probably just as well, considering the amount of riding we do in city traffic. -John On Wednesday, July 23, 2014 7:53:17 AM UTC-4, Michael Hechmer wrote: Glad your story had such a happy ending, although it seems to have been a big disruption. Sometimes I get on my 2006 Rambouillet, after I haven't ridden it for awhile, and it feels like a new bike day; and after all the work you did I definitely recommend luxuriating in a new bike experience. BTW, it looks like your ridding buddy is getting too big for his ride, but probably not quite big enough for a tag along. Michael On Monday, July 21, 2014 4:24:43 PM UTC-4, John Stowe wrote: Back in May I was on a group ride with my toddler in the front seat of our Sam Hillborne when I got my first flat ever for that bike. Probably approaching 2000 miles on it, so not too bad, I thought. Walk to a bench, snack and sippy cup for the kid, get out the patch kit. As I pulled the frame pump out from between the double top tubes, though, I noticed a suspiciously rust-looking discoloration along the lug attaching the lower top tube to the seat tube. I'm perfectly comfortable doing my own maintenance, but frame issues are definitely above my pay grade - assuming that 1 1/2 top tubes would still be pretty good, I rode straight home and then the next day I took it by my LBS for diagnosis. I was hoping maybe there was just a gap in the paint that allowed water and then rust in, but the shop owner knew better what to look for and showed me that there actually was a crack, about halfway around the joint between the lug and the seat tube. Hard to say how long it was there, or took to develop - It was on the side I lean against the wall when I park it, and opposite the side I usually mount from, so it's not an area I looked at much. So it turns out the flat was a good thing. Once we got it cleaned up, I was able to get an OK picture or two (the little tab on the right is bent out a bit because we were picking at it trying to decide if it was a paint chip or metal). https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-jyhjNqQpbFk/U81oZFxg80I/Bcg/M7i258IK7YY/s1600/DSC_0306.jpg I got the frame secondhand, so Rivendell had no particular obligation to me (I was concerned about spending that much on a frame at the time, so saving a couple hundred bucks helped make my decision to get a Riv), but I figured I'd give them a call for advice on how to go about getting my frame repaired. Keven told me that while it could be repaired, they were curious to know how/why it failed, and would like for it to go back to the factory for inspection. I'm on the large side at 220ish lb., and I do carry the baby and/or groceries on occasion, but most of my riding is relatively low-stress city riding and commuting, so overall I probably cause much less stress than the other bikes on this list that get to go on off-road adventures/Jamborees/Entmoots/S24Os on a regular basis happily endure. Plus, it had fairly low mileage compared to a typical steel frame's lifetime (it was secondhand, but unbuilt/ridden before me). Keven worked with me on a much-more-than-fair deal to swap the frame for a new one, which with the recent sizing change durned out to be a better fit for me - I was between the 56cm and 60cm in the old lineup, so the new 58cm is right on the money. The new frame was on its way to me within a week, and the next weekend I swapped out the parts and sent the cracked frame back in the same box. Aside from the bare cable runs being ever-so-slightly longer, it was a pretty smooth process. The teardown was a lot quicker than the buildup, as expected. I figured I'd put my GoPro (sadly, having such things appears to be necessary with so many grumpy drivers around) on the ceiling fan and see what the top of my head looks like when I'm working on my bikes: http://youtu.be/EgTIcVUVnkA It's been a while now, but I still want to publicly thank Keven/Riv for going much farther than necessary to make sure I was back on a complete, non-broken Rivendell when there was really no obligation to help me at all. My question for the group is: did I get a second new bike day, or just a fixed bike day? There wasn't a dramatic change in feel between the old and new bikes, though I'd say my position did feel slightly more sensible - which I guess is a sign of a closer fit between the frame and rider size. Regardless, my co-pilot and I have been enjoying the new 58cm frame this summer (This picture also
[RBW] Re: Just fixed, or new bike day? - either way, thanks to the nice Riv folks
My riding buddy has 6 pounds to go before he's officially too big, but the foot rests are starting to feel a bit short. Funny, you'd think a Dutch baby seat would allow for long legs. He's almost tall enough for his first balance bike - non-Riv, unless that's what the Clem Smith turns out to be! 5th floor apartment means no tagalongs, trailers or other things that won't fit in the elevator -John On Wednesday, July 23, 2014 7:53:17 AM UTC-4, Michael Hechmer wrote: Glad your story had such a happy ending, although it seems to have been a big disruption. Sometimes I get on my 2006 Rambouillet, after I haven't ridden it for awhile, and it feels like a new bike day; and after all the work you did I definitely recommend luxuriating in a new bike experience. BTW, it looks like your ridding buddy is getting too big for his ride, but probably not quite big enough for a tag along. Michael -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
Re: [RBW] Re: FS - White Industries, Chris King -
That was pretty fun, laying out parts to swap. The aluminum is always shinier on the other side of the keyboard! Philip www.biketinker.com On Tuesday, July 22, 2014 4:47:07 PM UTC-7, Tony DeFilippo wrote: Well what do you know the BUMP worked! Off to a happy home in return for an equally eclectic selection of useful parts! Just to be clear, all items are 'SOLD'. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: IRD Retro-shift-like levers
Thanks, Brian, for the info I have an elderly Sachs 14-28 7-speed from the 90's on my 97 A/R and a cheapy Shimano 7-speed (OK, Clem Smith quality) 14-28 on my Riv road...they aren't causing too much grief yet, but they're due for replacement soon. From the little I can tell, these IRDS look really good, and yes, I remember reading a few years back that there were some issues as you say. On Wednesday, July 23, 2014 12:07:53 PM UTC-5, Brian Campbell wrote: Ryan, I have used IRD freewheels for about 4 years now. They work great. I know there were some quality control issues with the early models but I have never had a problem. Many thousands of miles, no issues. Exactly what you want from a freewheel. On Wednesday, July 23, 2014 11:48:10 AM UTC-4, Ryan wrote: On a related question...does anyone have any experience with their freewheels? They look decent and I have a couple of Rivs that may be due for freewheel replacement soon. I'm pretty regular about changing chains and stuff, but decent quality freewheels are hard to find On Tuesday, July 22, 2014 6:50:23 PM UTC-5, Tony DeFilippo wrote: http://store.interlocracing.com/porabrlepa.html Anyone have any experience with these? Or ordering direct from IRD? Retroshift, now renamed 'gevenall' which seems dumb to me put out this design a couple years ago. I've been interested in them, but I'm not a fan of the new name engraved all over the levers and I came across this kind of tucked away in the brakes section of IRD's web store. I can't find any other mention of it on the web. To me it looks like a naked, unbranded version of what Retroshift is calling their 'Audax' lever. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Front derailer forever overshifting - need help.
I don't think ramps make dbl or trpl friction shifting faster or slower; I just think they greatly minimize the chance of a miss shift. Michael On Wednesday, July 23, 2014 9:37:22 AM UTC-4, Andrew Marchant-Shapiro wrote: I don't think the folks you cited think that ramps don't help; rather, that for doubles, not using indexed shifting, they help very little. If you're running an STI triple, on the other hand, you essentially cast the chain into the wind and hope that the wind catches it--which is precisely what the pins and ramps do. I have definitely found pinned/ramped shifting to be quicker on a double, but it's only *marginally* faster. OTOH, I had this kind of overshift problem for years with a Sugino XD2 crank, original rings (48/36/24. iirc), 105 triple FD. But it was only that bike...I never figured it out. Presently (different bike) I'm running TA rings on a Sugino PX crank, 46/30, with an Ultegra double front derailer, and since I dialed it in (which also meant replacing the RD with a long-cage unit in this case) I haven't had a drop to the inside OR outside. And once I got the limit screws set right,I could just slam it into big/small in front, which meant the chain never skated between rings. On Wednesday, July 23, 2014 8:31:55 AM UTC-4, Michael Hechmer wrote: I use that campy FD on all my bikes, except the tandem which has a campy SR. I find they shift superbly. I would be very reluctant to bend one, since they don't make them any more.. When you wrote that you were at the limit of the set screw I wondered about the chain line and if the BB was too long, but then you added that you sometimes have trouble lifting the chain up to the big ring, and dropping the chain below the small ring. Starting over from scratch is probably a good idea but here are some of the things I've done over the years that have improved front end shifting. Make sure the chain isn't too long. The shortest workable chain and the shortest workable rear cage seems to produce the best front end shifting. I now use a chain catcher on all my bikes to prevent the chain from falling inside the inner ring. I like the ones from Aceco, but there certainly are cheaper ones that work as well. Sooner or later something will come just a bit out of alignment and trigger this kind of chain drop, When replacing big rings I now insist on one with a post between the ring and arm for the same reason, because sooner or later a chain will jump across and fall onto the arm. At least with a post, there is no chance of wrapping the chain. New rings shift better than old rings; good rings shift better than budget rings; ramped and pinned rings shift better than plain rings. I know some very smart people ( Grant Peterson, Jan Heine, Peter White) think ramps do not help, but I disagree. I wouldn't have thought so for my first 35 years of cycling but then I bought a set of ramped TAs and thought OMG. The ramped White Ind rings on my Ram also shift superbly. For the first two years of riding our tandem I had all the front end shifting issues you describe (plus not being able to drop the chain to the small ring), and noticed at tandem rallies that it seemed to be the most common problem among riders. Then I did all of the above and have not missed a shift on the tandem since. I suspect that the ramps simply encourage the chain to drop onto the ring when it may otherwise struggle to make good contact. Lastly, I would try to have the conversation with Grant. At least his thoughts on ST angle and front shifting would be good to know. Michael On Tuesday, July 22, 2014 11:13:40 AM UTC-4, Jim Bronson wrote: I have had my Rivendell for approximately 9 years now. During this time I have continually had problems with overshifting of the front derailer. This has continued through 4 different cranksets, two or three different front derailers, different brands of chains, different casettes, different LBSs tinkering with it and so forth. Not to mention my own tinkering. I've theorized that maybe the seat tube angle on my bike is different than others due to the large size of my bike - 69cm, but I don't really know. I had given up on the problem and just rode the chain back on to the big ring if it came off that way, or stopped and put it back on the granny if it came off that way. I just recently as in last week switched to a Deore SGS derailer, so super long cage. With so much longer of a cage, it pulls the chain back a lot father now when it comes off the big ring and I am afraid of something catastrophic happening like the chain getting tangled up in the spokes. So there is a renewed urgency to do something about it. The current front derailer is a Campy Racing T, which from what I read on the Internet is supposed to be good at shifting compact triples. I am currently running a Sugino XD600
Re: [RBW] Re: Cover of Bicycle Times Magazine
While I like Bicycle Times, too, and subscribe to it electronically, if you're looking for a magazine worthy of it's paper, and your time, and one that repays additional study, I recommend Bicycle Quarterly, in case you haven't seen it or haven't read it lately! I will not subscribe to BQ as it has no digital option. It is just as easy (actually easier, IMO) to save a digital copy as it is to save hard. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Cover of Bicycle Times Magazine
Looks like a cool Euro trip set up, except no fenders?!? Been a rainy 2014 in much of Europe this year. On Thursday, July 17, 2014 5:33:40 PM UTC-5, blakcloud wrote: Received my digital version of the magazine and on the cover is a Hunqapillar. Check out the cover here http://bicycletimesmag.com/. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Two last questions before going to 8-speed on my Sam.
So, I know that I can use an 8-speed cassette with an 8-speed chain on my Sam with Xt FD and Deore rear derailer. They all will work together. 1. Will going to an 11-32 8 speed from my current 12-34 9 speed cassette make me have to lose a link, or use the same link count? 2. Also, will going to the 8-speed mess up chainline since I am going to 8 from a 9-speed cassette? I don't really understand chainline. But I was wondering if this would be an issue. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Two last questions before going to 8-speed on my Sam.
1: Too many variables combined with my too little knowledge to answer this one, but I went form 8 speed to 9 with a wider tooth gap than yours without changing chain length. 2: Mine shift from 8 to 9 speed did not shift chain line at all. With abandon, Patrick On Wednesday, July 23, 2014 3:51:31 PM UTC-6, lungimsam wrote: So, I know that I can use an 8-speed cassette with an 8-speed chain on my Sam with Xt FD and Deore rear derailer. They all will work together. 1. Will going to an 11-32 8 speed from my current 12-34 9 speed cassette make me have to lose a link, or use the same link count? 2. Also, will going to the 8-speed mess up chainline since I am going to 8 from a 9-speed cassette? I don't really understand chainline. But I was wondering if this would be an issue. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
Re: [RBW] Re: Cover of Bicycle Times Magazine
Right, you'll just save it to floppy disk. Oh, no, wait... - Original Message - From: Matthew J matthewj...@gmail.com To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Sent: Wednesday, July 23, 2014 5:02:31 PM Subject: Re: [RBW] Re: Cover of Bicycle Times Magazine I will not subscribe to BQ as it has no digital option. It is just as easy (actually easier, IMO) to save a digital copy as it is to save hard. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Two last questions before going to 8-speed on my Sam.
No and No ! As far as chainline, it's really only a big deal to whom it's a big deal ;) To keep it simple, it's not a good idea to ride on the smallest ring and smallest cog, or the largest ring and the largest cog . -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Cover of Bicycle Times Magazine
That cover shot is from New Mexico. Nick Carmen, the author, spent last fall there and posted very similar pictures on his blog. That's what the BT website lists as the location. ~mike On Wednesday, July 23, 2014 2:04:35 PM UTC-7, Matthew J wrote: Looks like a cool Euro trip set up, except no fenders?!? Been a rainy 2014 in much of Europe this year. On Thursday, July 17, 2014 5:33:40 PM UTC-5, blakcloud wrote: Received my digital version of the magazine and on the cover is a Hunqapillar. Check out the cover here http://bicycletimesmag.com/. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Cover of Bicycle Times Magazine
They are bullmoose bars. ~mike On Wednesday, July 23, 2014 7:52:36 AM UTC-7, Chris in Redding, Ca. wrote: Hey All, Anyone know anything about the build specs of the Mr. Gray's Hunq? I'm curious in general, but specifically about the bars. Thanks, Chris Redding, Ca. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Minneapolis country bike rally
http://hiawathacyclery.blogspot.com/2014/07/minneapolis-country-bike-rally.html On Tuesday, July 22, 2014 1:08:11 PM UTC-5, Jim Thill - Hiawatha Cyclery wrote: I'm hoping to offer rides that hit off-road and on-road cycling attractions. So ideally you all bring bikes with bigger tires. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] FS: SKF bottom bracket 110 mm spindle, Schwalbe Marathon Duremes, Nitto M12 rack
The great parts purge continues. There are a few items left over that folks here might want. All prices include shipping within the continental U.S. Local pick-up in SF encouraged. Looking to put the proceeds into my Hunqapillar savings fund! 1) SKF 110 mm JIS square taper bottom bracket - very low mileage (less than 300 miles), comes with red non-drive side cup and Park Tools BBT-18 tool for installation/removal. - $100 more info here: http://www.compasscycle.com/bb_SKFBAS_jis.html 2) a pair of Schwalbe Marathon Dureme tires - marked 700x50 (measure closer to 700x45 on Dyads) and have less than 100 miles on them. I no longer own a frame that will fit these. - $50 3) Nitto M12 front rack with acorn bolts - very little use and no scratches to be found. This is the one that mounts directly to cantilever bosses. - $50 Thanks, gordo -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
Re: [RBW] Re: the new Suntour?
The derailleurs are made by microSHIFT. I've ridden a number of microSHIFT-produced derailleurs, and the SunXCD-branded ones have worked well. On Wed, Jul 23, 2014 at 7:57 AM, M D Smith bee...@gmail.com wrote: The Exceed crank arms look very nice. I particularly like the idea of an adapter to allow the use of 110/74 bcd chainrings. I'm a big TA Cyclotouriste fan, particularly now that it's easier to source chainrings, but it would be nice to be able to use more normal rings. Cheers- Mike in Htfd, CT -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: SimpleOne Rohloff Conversion
It's been working out quite well. I currently have a 48x18 drivetrain which is more than adequate 95% of the time. When heavily loaded down and climbing hills steeper than a 10% grade (http://www.strava.com/segments/609531) I occasionally long for something a little lower, but the plan was always to keep the bike as a commuter and only do overnights with it, not to tour. The hub itself has been rock solid. Changed the oil once, and brought it back to Cycle Monkey once to deal with a leak - apparently a seal had failed, but it was covered under warranty. At one point I had a Grand Bois Cypres tire on the rear which was not a great idea. Way too many flats. Changing a rear tire flat with a Rohloff takes me 25 min. at best so I switched to a Pasela PT and that basically fixed the problem. On Monday, July 21, 2014 12:12:44 PM UTC-7, BSWP wrote: Say, after 10 months, how's the Rohloff/SO combo working out? I'm thinking about my next frame, and how to gear it... - Andrew, Berkeley On Thursday, September 5, 2013 2:39:41 PM UTC-7, oceano...@gmail.com wrote: For a little more context, I live at the top of 84 in Woodside and I commute to work everyday (was Palo Alto, now Redwood City). This SimpleOne was my first Rivendell, but when I moved to Woodside I largely stopped riding it and purchased an Atlantis. A single speed in the mountains isn't exactly the greatest commuting option. I biked up Old La Honda once, it wasn't terribly fun. Back in early August I messed up the fork of my Atlantis so I needed a way to continue commuting. Given that I live in a tiny place, buying a third bike wasn't really enticing. This SimpleOne has lots of sentimental value at this point so selling it never really crossed my mind. I had been intrigued with a Rohloff conversion for quite some time though, and this was the perfect opportunity to try it. The past few weeks have been really great, plus I noticed my commute times have improved by 2-3 minutes. For what it's worth, my SimpleOne has a wider gearing range than my Atlantis. Crazy. Anyway, I won't be going back to a single speed anytime soon, that's for sure. - Geoff On Thursday, September 5, 2013 8:23:14 AM UTC-7, Ron Mc wrote: the cold-set itself is only 1/3-inch on each side - the trick to it is keeping the alignment. Great-looking bikes and I'm jealous - thanks for showing them. On Thursday, September 5, 2013 9:56:43 AM UTC-5, Montclair BobbyB wrote: First, congratulations; that's an ambitious mod. The basic concept is cool (i.e. being able to switch between single-speed and internal-geared), except cold-setting a 120mm spaced-frame to 135mm to me is pretty extreme. A big part of the appeal of the S1/QB is that it IS a single speed and it has 120mm rear spacing. If you want gears (let alone a 14-speed Rohloff), why are you starting with a 120mm SS frame and (forever) altering its genetic structure? And how can you ever go back to SS (in good conscience) as a 135mm-spaced SS??? Besides, there are other gearing options without having to cold set. For example, you can get creative with a dual-speed freewheel and double crankset to at least stretch your SS into a 4-speed. Or you can choose a 126mm internal-geared hub (like a SRAM/Spectro P5 or S7; granted not a Rohloff, but a nice durable hub). I use a Patterson 2-speed crankset which extends my S1 to climb moderate hills. Add an S7 hub, and you've got formidable gear range. OK, blah blah blah... fact remains you've already created a Simple-14.. at the very least that's audacious, diabolical and totally Frankenbikish, worthy of props... so I'll give that a big Dr Evil MBWAAAHH!!! Peace, BB On Wednesday, September 4, 2013 5:55:53 PM UTC-4, Daniel Molloy wrote: Hi group, I thought I would share this Rohloff conversion we just finished at Cycle Monkey. As a former Rivendell employee and current Rohloff user I'm a little biased, but I think it turned out great. We cold-set the rear triangle without any problems. Alex Wetmore converted his Quickbeam to a Rohloff a while back, but there doesn't seem to be much info online about it anymore. Fair Disclosure: I currently work at Cycle Monkey, and am only posting here since I believe it counts as relevant and interesting Riv Content. http://cyclemonkeylab.blogspot.com/2013/09/rivendell-simpleone-rohloff-speedhub.html Thanks! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
Re: [RBW] the new Suntour?
The lower-end microSHIFT derailleurs don't shift as well as the similarly priced Shimano units. The former have more slop, and are less tolerant of dirt and/or poor setup. microSHIFT's higher-end derailleurs do function quite nicely. Their non-sealed pulleys, however, aren't as smooth as the ones found on Shimano or SRAM units. On Wed, Jul 23, 2014 at 11:09 AM, Garth garth...@gmail.com wrote: Oh... I guess it says 28t max cog . Hmmm. the wrap is the same though, and the cage looks just as long . . . .idk. lol ! On Wednesday, July 23, 2014 1:04:23 PM UTC-4, Garth wrote: How 'bout this one Jim :) All silver too http://www.microshift.com.tw/RD-R47S_r10.html http://www.ebikestop.com/microshift_r10_long_cage_10_ speed_rear_derailleur-RD0103.php https://www.google.com/search?q=MicroShift+R10+Long+Cage+10+ speed+Rear+Derailleurgws_rd=ssl#q=MicroShift+Rd+r47+Long+ Cage+10+speed+Rear+Derailleursafe=off -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] fs- saddles, bags, brakes
Hi I am clearing out the basement prices are negotiable shipping is included on everything but the wheels unless you want to pick up in Minneapolis. Private message me for pictures 1. Honey brooks b66 saddle with clamp 70 2. TA Alize Crankset 170 53/39 chainrings, with a 50 tooth alize track 1/8 inch chainring This Crank can be a track crank, double, or triple. $100 3 Tektro cr720 complete set silver $30 4 Tektro r538 brake set front and rear $40 5 Tektro r556 brake set front and rear $40 6 Jitensha Bars by nitto $45 7 Nigel Smith Big Loafer $80 8 Nitto M-18 front rack $90 9 Nitto 46mm Noodle bars $50 10 Rear Phil wood flip flop hub 32 hole 650b velo orange diagonale wheel $150 plus shipping 11 Rear Phil hi low touring hub laced to weinman zac 19 650b rear wheel 135 spacing. $100 plus shipping 12 nitto pearl 13 26.0 stem $30 13 Sugino 75 Road Double crankset 170mm $80 144 bcd 48/38 14 Honey Brooks Team professional $80 -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: FS: The Hunq. But I'm keeping the Atlantis!
Bump. Looking for someone who will give me 70%, comes out to around $3500. On Saturday, July 12, 2014 5:44:41 AM UTC-7, SS wrote: If there is zero interest in my used 58cm Hunq then I have to admit I'd be pretty glad, deep down. However. I have a family, and have been laid off, and have an Atlantis who won the coin toss fair and square, so I halfheartedly offer my extra bike for sale. I've pictures and can go on for days about the components and all, but I won't bore anyone. Feel free to ask though. I'd like $6k, but, well, that's pretty optimistic, and we'll hammer out vulgar discussions of that nature when appropriate. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Riv headset spacer bell mount outside diameter in line with your spacers, or wider?
I run this mount from Velo Orange. Its the same OD as 1 spacers. I don't know if it works with a hammer strike bell. http://store.velo-orange.com/index.php/accessories/bells/spacer-bell-mount.html BTW, with a spring hammer bell (aka Bell 26), I prefer it facing forward rather than to the side. Like a nice shiny headlight. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: My Sam Hillborne is literally BOMBPROOF
Jay, just stay safe for us, matey! all good thoughts your way. - Jim / cyclofiend.com -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: What do Rivenell Riders use for iPhone mounts on their stems?
Of no help. Mine is in my pocket. I've always operated under the impression that unless the electronic device is specifically designed for the kind of shock and vibration which comes up through the frame, using my patented Flesh Damping System™ is a better bet. - Jim -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
Re: [RBW] FS: Frost River Caribou Saddle bag
Still for sale? I'll take it. On Tue, Jul 22, 2014 at 7:40 AM, Don Genovese dgen...@gmail.com wrote: Practically new. No flaws whatsoever. $50.00 plus shipping. CONUS only. Don Genovese Montara, CA 94037 U.S.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 post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout. -- I want the kind of six pack you can't drink. -- Micah -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Cover of Bicycle Times Magazine
The bend just doesn't look like Bullmoose to me. Maybe I'm wrong. Chris On Wednesday, July 23, 2014 4:01:26 PM UTC-7, Mike Schiller wrote: They are bullmoose bars. ~mike On Wednesday, July 23, 2014 7:52:36 AM UTC-7, Chris in Redding, Ca. wrote: Hey All, Anyone know anything about the build specs of the Mr. Gray's Hunq? I'm curious in general, but specifically about the bars. Thanks, Chris Redding, Ca. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] New bike day n+0 for now
So over the past few years I have bought, sold and given away many bikes, including many ribs, with the idea that I could get down to one bike which led to ordering a MAP custom rando which combined my love of 650b and low trail handling however one bike just wasn't going to cut it and I had also accumulated quite a parts stash and so I then ordered an ANT single speed 700cx lightweight road bike for commuting and short training rides. But I still had parts to hang and wanted to try and go car free and really wanted a rivendell again as I wished that I had not sold at least two of them, so I ordered the ultimate car replacement A semi custom 52cm single top tube, flat black Bombadil, which just arrived today! The price on a single top tube is in the Hilsen range. https://www.flickr.com/photos/78462625@N07/14749097493/ Build kit has been assembeld, a 40/26 sugino crank, phil wood freewheel hub 6sp Regina freewhell laced to a synergy rim (zero dish), dyno front hub and vintage suntour touring derailleurs. I also have two cockpits, albas and noodles, with davinci cable splitters, I also have a moustache cockpit but not sure I'm crazy about those. I feel completefor nowI have multiple frames boxed and ready for sale, (let me know if you are interested in a double top tube 56cm Hillborne) Parts ready to post on ebay, an auto share program to join and a car to sell, hopefully I'll raise enough money to fund a frame building class without resorting to selling any of my now 3 beloved bikes which I hope to keep for a very long time. First bike trip is in 3 weeks and will be a multi model train s48 20 (sub 48hr 2 overnight) trip. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
Re: [RBW] New bike day n+0 for now
Should be a great bike when built up! Cheers, David it isn't a contest. Just enjoy the ride. - Seth Vidal On Wed, Jul 23, 2014 at 5:19 PM, Trevor saxton saxton...@gmail.com wrote: So over the past few years I have bought, sold and given away many bikes, including many ribs, with the idea that I could get down to one bike which led to ordering a MAP custom rando which combined my love of 650b and low trail handling however one bike just wasn't going to cut it and I had also accumulated quite a parts stash and so I then ordered an ANT single speed 700cx lightweight road bike for commuting and short training rides. But I still had parts to hang and wanted to try and go car free and really wanted a rivendell again as I wished that I had not sold at least two of them, so I ordered the ultimate car replacement A semi custom 52cm single top tube, flat black Bombadil, which just arrived today! The price on a single top tube is in the Hilsen range. https://www.flickr.com/photos/78462625@N07/14749097493/ Build kit has been assembeld, a 40/26 sugino crank, phil wood freewheel hub 6sp Regina freewhell laced to a synergy rim (zero dish), dyno front hub and vintage suntour touring derailleurs. I also have two cockpits, albas and noodles, with davinci cable splitters, I also have a moustache cockpit but not sure I'm crazy about those. I feel completefor nowI have multiple frames boxed and ready for sale, (let me know if you are interested in a double top tube 56cm Hillborne) Parts ready to post on ebay, an auto share program to join and a car to sell, hopefully I'll raise enough money to fund a frame building class without resorting to selling any of my now 3 beloved bikes which I hope to keep for a very long time. First bike trip is in 3 weeks and will be a multi model train s48 20 (sub 48hr 2 overnight) trip. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
Re: [RBW] New bike day n+0 for now
That 52 looks pretty sweet! Past pics when you get it built. Dan On Jul 23, 2014, at 5:19 PM, Trevor saxton saxton...@gmail.com wrote: So over the past few years I have bought, sold and given away many bikes, including many ribs, with the idea that I could get down to one bike which led to ordering a MAP custom rando which combined my love of 650b and low trail handling however one bike just wasn't going to cut it and I had also accumulated quite a parts stash and so I then ordered an ANT single speed 700cx lightweight road bike for commuting and short training rides. But I still had parts to hang and wanted to try and go car free and really wanted a rivendell again as I wished that I had not sold at least two of them, so I ordered the ultimate car replacement A semi custom 52cm single top tube, flat black Bombadil, which just arrived today! The price on a single top tube is in the Hilsen range. https://www.flickr.com/photos/78462625@N07/14749097493/ Build kit has been assembeld, a 40/26 sugino crank, phil wood freewheel hub 6sp Regina freewhell laced to a synergy rim (zero dish), dyno front hub and vintage suntour touring derailleurs. I also have two cockpits, albas and noodles, with davinci cable splitters, I also have a moustache cockpit but not sure I'm crazy about those. I feel completefor nowI have multiple frames boxed and ready for sale, (let me know if you are interested in a double top tube 56cm Hillborne) Parts ready to post on ebay, an auto share program to join and a car to sell, hopefully I'll raise enough money to fund a frame building class without resorting to selling any of my now 3 beloved bikes which I hope to keep for a very long time. First bike trip is in 3 weeks and will be a multi model train s48 20 (sub 48hr 2 overnight) trip. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
Re: [RBW] Re: What do Rivenell Riders use for iPhone mounts on their stems?
Left rear pocket when I wear jerseys (which I do, largely, to hold my iPhone in the left rear pocket). Otherwise, in the left side pocket of my (khaki cotton twill) shorts. I have some sort of rain proof device that clamps to the bar and holds the phone in a plastic case with roll-up tip, but I've used it exactly twice in the 2-3 years I've owned it. On Wed, Jul 23, 2014 at 5:27 PM, Cyclofiend Jim cyclofi...@earthlink.net wrote: Of no help. Mine is in my pocket. I've always operated under the impression that unless the electronic device is specifically designed for the kind of shock and vibration which comes up through the frame, using my patented Flesh Damping System™ is a better bet. - Jim -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout. -- Resumes, LinkedIn profiles, and letters that get interviews. By-the-hour resume and LinkedIn coaching. Other professional writing services. http://www.resumespecialties.com/ Patrick Moore Albuquerque, Nouvelle Mexique, Etats Unis * * Where you come from is gone, where you thought you were going to never was there, and where you are is no good unless you can get away from it. Where is there a place for you to be? No place.* * Nothing outside you can give you any place, he said. You needn't to look at the sky because it's not going to open up and show no place behind it. You needn't to search for any hole in the ground to look through into somewhere else. You can't go neither forwards nor backwards into your daddy's time nor your children's if you have them. In yourself right now is all the place you've got. If there was any Fall, look there, if there was any Redemption, look there, and if you expect any Judgment, look there, because they all three will have to be in your time and your body and where in your time and your body can they be?* * Where in your time and your body has Jesus redeemed you? he cried. Show me where because I don't see the place. If there was a place where Jesus had redeemed you that would be the place for you to be, but which of you can find it?” -- Flannery O'Connor, Wise Blood * -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Cover of Bicycle Times Magazine
I don't think they're bullmoose. Here's a pic from another angle: https://www.flickr.com/photos/cassgilbert/8645418341/in/set-72157633238653348 Maybe priest-like bars? http://boxdogbikes-3.myshopify.com/products/handlebar-atb-nitto-jitensha-b2522-26-1 BTW: I love that a Hunqapillar is on the cover (in the wild!), and that photo is awesome. --shoji On Wednesday, July 23, 2014 8:18:42 PM UTC-4, Chris in Redding, Ca. wrote: The bend just doesn't look like Bullmoose to me. Maybe I'm wrong. Chris On Wednesday, July 23, 2014 4:01:26 PM UTC-7, Mike Schiller wrote: They are bullmoose bars. ~mike On Wednesday, July 23, 2014 7:52:36 AM UTC-7, Chris in Redding, Ca. wrote: Hey All, Anyone know anything about the build specs of the Mr. Gray's Hunq? I'm curious in general, but specifically about the bars. Thanks, Chris Redding, Ca. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
Re: [RBW] Re: Cover of Bicycle Times Magazine
I think it's a Jones Loop bar: http://www.jonesbikes.com/h-bar/ Eric Daume Dublin, OH On Wed, Jul 23, 2014 at 10:52 AM, Chris in Redding, Ca. campredd...@gmail.com wrote: Hey All, Anyone know anything about the build specs of the Mr. Gray's Hunq? I'm curious in general, but specifically about the bars. Thanks, Chris Redding, Ca. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
Re: [RBW] Re: IRD Retro-shift-like levers
Kevin I've wondered the same thing... I suspect if like them quite a bit on a moustache setup. Then again I also like bar ends for mbars, and single speed... I just like mbars! Tony On Jul 23, 2014 11:54 AM, Kevin M kpmulc...@gmail.com wrote: I wonder well these would work on mustache bars? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to a topic in the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this topic, visit https://groups.google.com/d/topic/rbw-owners-bunch/8eVcfDpCrS0/unsubscribe . To unsubscribe from this group and all its topics, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
Re: [RBW] New bike day n+0 for now
Pretty sweet n=3 setup! :). What will your first self built frame be? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Two last questions before going to 8-speed on my Sam.
I doubt you need to be concerned about link count, but Sheldon has a procedure on his site for determine correct chain length, if that is a concern. Re: chainline - 8 speed cassettes occupy the same space as 9 speed so your chainline doesn't change. If it worked fine as a 9, it'll work as an 8. FWIW, modern chains are flexible enough that chainline isn't a huge issue within reasonable limits. dougP On Wednesday, July 23, 2014 2:51:31 PM UTC-7, lungimsam wrote: So, I know that I can use an 8-speed cassette with an 8-speed chain on my Sam with Xt FD and Deore rear derailer. They all will work together. 1. Will going to an 11-32 8 speed from my current 12-34 9 speed cassette make me have to lose a link, or use the same link count? 2. Also, will going to the 8-speed mess up chainline since I am going to 8 from a 9-speed cassette? I don't really understand chainline. But I was wondering if this would be an issue. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
Re: [RBW] New bike day n+0 for now
I am thinking a 650b single speed cyclocross style bike would be super fun -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
Re: [RBW] Re: Cover of Bicycle Times Magazine
I agree. It looks like an upside down jones loop bar. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
Re: [RBW] New bike day n+0 for now
That's cool! Kind of a Rawland-surly rough stuff SS... Disc brakes? On Jul 23, 2014 10:37 PM, Trevor saxton saxton...@gmail.com wrote: I am thinking a 650b single speed cyclocross style bike would be super fun -- You received this message because you are subscribed to a topic in the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this topic, visit https://groups.google.com/d/topic/rbw-owners-bunch/rCzGQrFL4CU/unsubscribe . To unsubscribe from this group and all its topics, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Cover of Bicycle Times Magazine
I swear I've seen bullmooose bars on his bike. He did have Noodles at one point but those look like Jitensha bars. Definitely not Loop bars. ~mike On Wednesday, July 23, 2014 4:01:26 PM UTC-7, Mike Schiller wrote: They are bullmoose bars. ~mike On Wednesday, July 23, 2014 7:52:36 AM UTC-7, Chris in Redding, Ca. wrote: Hey All, Anyone know anything about the build specs of the Mr. Gray's Hunq? I'm curious in general, but specifically about the bars. Thanks, Chris Redding, Ca. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Observed in passing ...
http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-COcrnM7i4dg/UuKtfMjui5I/xKU/Qt9Y4FNb8J4/s1600/just+kidding.jpg ... in the usual place. -- Resumes, LinkedIn profiles, and letters that get interviews. By-the-hour resume and LinkedIn coaching. Other professional writing services. http://www.resumespecialties.com/ Patrick Moore Albuquerque, Nouvelle Mexique, Etats Unis * * Where you come from is gone, where you thought you were going to never was there, and where you are is no good unless you can get away from it. Where is there a place for you to be? No place.* * Nothing outside you can give you any place, he said. You needn't to look at the sky because it's not going to open up and show no place behind it. You needn't to search for any hole in the ground to look through into somewhere else. You can't go neither forwards nor backwards into your daddy's time nor your children's if you have them. In yourself right now is all the place you've got. If there was any Fall, look there, if there was any Redemption, look there, and if you expect any Judgment, look there, because they all three will have to be in your time and your body and where in your time and your body can they be?* * Where in your time and your body has Jesus redeemed you? he cried. Show me where because I don't see the place. If there was a place where Jesus had redeemed you that would be the place for you to be, but which of you can find it?” -- Flannery O'Connor, Wise Blood * -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
