[RBW] Pics from Riv
I went to pick up my Clem L frame and Leah Belle Shamalama Ding Dong asked me to take a bunch of pics and I did and you can see them, too. The Gus bikes are awesome, fat tires are fun! https://photos.app.goo.gl/mTHzmKqyFhh3DbHh6 -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/rbw-owners-bunch/af9525e5-7d1b-40bd-afc0-a9f058c4faa7%40googlegroups.com.
[RBW] Re: FS: 64cm Dreamsicle Rambouillet f/f/hs
What a beautiful bike and build. You wouldn't be hiding the exact bike in a 66 or 68cm would you? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/rbw-owners-bunch/bc179762-cd6c-4ea6-9903-55db457014e8%40googlegroups.com.
[RBW] Re: Pics from Riv
Nice peek at the current state of bicycles at RBW world headquarters, thanks! On Monday, October 14, 2019 at 3:01:44 AM UTC-4, Joe Bernard wrote: > > I went to pick up my Clem L frame and Leah Belle Shamalama Ding Dong asked > me to take a bunch of pics and I did and you can see them, too. The Gus > bikes are awesome, fat tires are fun! > > https://photos.app.goo.gl/mTHzmKqyFhh3DbHh6 > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/rbw-owners-bunch/cf122eac-e7f7-4e7f-9c79-6cd2b1e745fe%40googlegroups.com.
[RBW] Re: Thoughts on gravel "races" and events
If you go to an event by yourself, as mentioned, these rides get spread out pretty quickly, so you may not see many folks at whatever pace you happen to be riding. Personally, I'm fine either way, but if you would like to ride an event with one or more other like-minded riders, I would suggest starting well ahead of the event and building a local group (or even a not-so-local group) with the idea of doing the ride together. I go to D2R2 with friends, makes it a fun day on the wheel. Though I'm just as happy to introduce myself to a bunch and ride along, or enjoy riding solo as part of a bigger picture. Ride that Joe! On Sunday, October 13, 2019 at 10:56:04 AM UTC-4, Touriste-Routier wrote: > > There are a lot of different types of Gravel events. I started organizing > some in 2007; none of them are races, but all it takes to have a race is to > have 2 people trying to outdo each other. In the larger events, it is > typically easy to find someone to ride with, regardless of one's pace. In > the smaller ones, the chances of having a lonely day are greater. > > The scene has definitely changed, but with all things, you typically get > out of them what you want. If you want to race, great, if you want to > ride, terrific. However, if you want to venture off the designated course, > I'd suggest you not enter. > > While exploring is great on your own or with friends, doing so purposely > during an event puts the event at risk. Properly permitted events have > parameters and estimated time tables, and support for these confines. When > participants venture away from these, bad things can happen. A few years > ago, we had some participants who knowingly strayed off a course, and when > one of those riders crashed, when the call came in, we had a hard time > figuring out where they were and how they got there... We figured it out, > and all ended well, but it could have been very bad. > > Gravel started out as an inclusive change from the road scene, and for the > most part, it still is. A key thing to maintain this vibe is avoiding > judgement whether it be from the faster riders about the slower riders or > vice-versa. One should respect fellow participants, the course, and the > rules. If there are time cut-offs, they are there for a reason, which may > not be apparent to the participants. > > And FWIW, my events used to attract racer and seasoned riders, but now we > are getting significantly more less experienced riders. It's all great, > but as an organizer we've had to adapt; we've needed to expand our support > services to accommodate this. > > Brian Ignatin > Pineville, PA USA > > > > On Sunday, October 13, 2019 at 10:16:33 AM UTC-4, Kevin Mulcahy wrote: >> >> Advice from a fellow Laterne Rouge gravel/endurance rider: prepare >> yourself to be riding alone, it's bound to happen unless you've planned >> ahead with friends or somehow make friends along the way during the ride. >> On long distance events it happens to everyone, actually, even the fast >> people in the front and mid-pack. It'll also happen on rando rides and mtb >> events. That's because these events are mostly structured as as events >> where people can make very-personal achievements. They aren't team events. >> Even most of people in "pelotons" are basically riding alone. I mean, if >> they stop for a pee break, the group would drop them in a heartbeat. >> >> I'd also like to caution against judging people for wearing lycra and >> riding fast. That alone doesn't make someone Type-A, or whatever, and it >> doesn't mean they are somehow having less fun. There's plenty of >> over-thinking anal retentive slow riders, and gifted people who are having >> the time of their lives while shredding with the best of them. >> >> A few weeks ago I finished a +100 mile mtb race a full *10 hours* slower >> than the winner. About 2/3rds of the way through the ride I teamed up with >> a fellow slow rider, and I'd argue that our ride was way more epic and >> memorable than the racey guy's. Plus, I left the ride with a new friend. >> >> Kevin >> In Madison, WI >> > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/rbw-owners-bunch/86320ddf-ee4d-48c4-ae30-701643412f18%40googlegroups.com.
[RBW] Thoughts on gravel "races" and events
I voluntered at yesterday's Trash Panda Red Dirt Ramble from Deatsville, AL. 74 sign-ups and bikes ranged from Surlys to Niners with a helthy dose of TREK and Specialized all disc brake gravel specific along with a few mountain bikes. An All City single speed was unique there, but kept up just fine. This was not a race, but a fund raiser for the local humane animal shelter. The lead riders did 70 miles at about 20 mph avg which is booking it. The slowest rider did 27 miles at around 10 mph. Light showers settled the dust (it had been dry here) and the riders loved it. I pre-rode the course on my Ram with 1 1/2" Paselas and it was a little skittish, especially down steep descents with loose cover. I've since put Gravel Kings on a 650B conversion and would prefer that next time. This ride is one of just a few in the state for gravel. Saturday, for comparison, I volunteered at our club century which benefits the Boys & Girls Club in a poorer area of town as well as cycling advocacy. We had over 300 riders. So road remains far more popular. There are over a dozen supported club centuries and charity events in AL. And RUSA rides too. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/rbw-owners-bunch/32c4f066-ccc4-43d7-96a8-40a32012ebca%40googlegroups.com.
[RBW] Re: For sale: 9 assorted Selle Italia, Flite, and WTB saddles.
Saddles #1, 4, and 5 are sold. The others are still available. Julian Westerhout Bloomington, IL On Sunday, October 13, 2019 at 10:57:13 AM UTC-5, Julian Westerhout wrote: > > For sale: assorted Selle Italia, Flite, and WTB saddles. all in good > usable shape, some cleaner than others. > > > These were a donation to my local bike co-op — all proceeds will go to the > co-op. > > > I’m asking $30 each shipped w/in the US, or 4 for $100. Paypal preferred. > > > I have taken photos of the tops and bottoms of the 9 saddles. In the > photos the saddles are numbered. When inquiring please refer to the > saddle(s) you’re interested in by number. > > > Photos here: https://photos.app.goo.gl/Uwd2xf85h3VCjERy5 > > > Please reply off list. > > > Thanks, > > > Julian Westerhout > > Bloomington, IL > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/rbw-owners-bunch/7b896845-e343-4ca3-9669-cfeebab93422%40googlegroups.com.
[RBW] Re: Seeking Washington DC bike shop
I second James’s recommendation of Baltimore Bicycle Works as an option that’s a bit further away but worth the drive. The Belvedere Square location is home to their resident Riv expert, but both spots are staffed by super knowledgeable worker-owners who will treat you right. Bob K. in Baltimore -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/rbw-owners-bunch/24432720-2508-46b1-bda5-cb8b9cda5795%40googlegroups.com.
[RBW] Re: Issues with slipping bosco bars?
I just ordered a set of boscos with the re-stock they did at Walnut Creek and am having the same issues. New stem, new bars, correct sizes but same slip as described here. So you aren't alone. Maybe I'll try that friction paste... is that kind of thing available at any hardware store? On Saturday, October 12, 2019 at 3:37:06 PM UTC-4, jeff perry wrote: > > Is anyone else experiencing slipping Bosco bars? No matter how much I > tighten the stem, it slips when I apply even a reasonable amount of > pressure on the bars. There’s no grease in there to screw things up > either. So frustrating because I like the bars, but it’s just not safe to > ride this way. I’ve had zero issues on my albatross bars. Anyone else > experiencing similar problems? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/rbw-owners-bunch/3bbf2b5f-ef4c-46cb-b776-f662f191234d%40googlegroups.com.
Re: [RBW] Re: Issues with slipping bosco bars?
Sorry to hear that. I think it’s just poor design, unfortunately. Too much leverage from the long bars and not enough surface area in the clamp. The bosco moose seems like the safest way to go. I’m sticking with my albatross. I was happy with them anyway, just wanted to try something new. Sent from my iPhone > On Oct 14, 2019, at 9:27 AM, dra1980 wrote: > > I just ordered a set of boscos with the re-stock they did at Walnut Creek and > am having the same issues. New stem, new bars, correct sizes but same slip as > described here. So you aren't alone. Maybe I'll try that friction paste... is > that kind of thing available at any hardware store? > >> On Saturday, October 12, 2019 at 3:37:06 PM UTC-4, jeff perry wrote: >> Is anyone else experiencing slipping Bosco bars? No matter how much I >> tighten the stem, it slips when I apply even a reasonable amount of pressure >> on the bars. There’s no grease in there to screw things up either. So >> frustrating because I like the bars, but it’s just not safe to ride this >> way. I’ve had zero issues on my albatross bars. Anyone else experiencing >> similar problems? > > -- > 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/G-p9Tjzbles/unsubscribe. > To unsubscribe from this group and all its topics, send an email to > rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. > To view this discussion on the web visit > https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/rbw-owners-bunch/3bbf2b5f-ef4c-46cb-b776-f662f191234d%40googlegroups.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 view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/rbw-owners-bunch/D48CFA73-FBEF-43A0-B538-65D62241F252%40gmail.com.
[RBW] Re: FS: 64cm Dreamsicle Rambouillet f/f/hs
Sorry Mark, I doubt I’d be selling it if I was! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/rbw-owners-bunch/019c21fe-47cf-4a86-85ef-1cb9efe02615%40googlegroups.com.
[RBW] Re: Pics from Riv
Thanks for sharing the pics Joe. Always fun to see what's inside the Riv tent. Have fun building your Clem! Best, Rich in ATL On Monday, October 14, 2019 at 6:35:47 AM UTC-4, Mark Roland wrote: > > Nice peek at the current state of bicycles at RBW world headquarters, > thanks! > > On Monday, October 14, 2019 at 3:01:44 AM UTC-4, Joe Bernard wrote: >> >> I went to pick up my Clem L frame and Leah Belle Shamalama Ding Dong >> asked me to take a bunch of pics and I did and you can see them, too. The >> Gus bikes are awesome, fat tires are fun! >> >> https://photos.app.goo.gl/mTHzmKqyFhh3DbHh6 >> > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/rbw-owners-bunch/3f2a7716-f874-46a4-86cb-3471e75ed414%40googlegroups.com.
[RBW] Re: Issues with slipping bosco bars?
I've been riding Bosco bars on my daily commuter (2005 RBW 62cm Saluki) for years, and I have had zero issues with them. No slip, no dip. They are* by far* my favorite bars OF ALL TIME, and believe me, I've ridden them all. Well, all of the bars sold by Rivendell, that is. https://www.instagram.com/p/B1o6mceBEsf/ John at Rivelo in Portland, Ore. On Saturday, October 12, 2019 at 12:37:06 PM UTC-7, jeff perry wrote: > > Is anyone else experiencing slipping Bosco bars? No matter how much I > tighten the stem, it slips when I apply even a reasonable amount of > pressure on the bars. There’s no grease in there to screw things up > either. So frustrating because I like the bars, but it’s just not safe to > ride this way. I’ve had zero issues on my albatross bars. Anyone else > experiencing similar problems? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/rbw-owners-bunch/635224ea-9cc6-4fd7-b906-e39951edea54%40googlegroups.com.
[RBW] Pics from Riv
Joe, thanks for sharing the pics. See/hear any sign of this new linear pull brake GP has mentioned? Rob -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/rbw-owners-bunch/f0b65e4c-76fa-444e-b5da-8f85f392bb91%40googlegroups.com.
Re: [RBW] Re: Interesting refutation of Gary Taubes' obesity ideas
Whew, wish I had time to dig through all the responses here; it's all very interesting, but I just wanted to throw a couple things out there. My wife is Asian and while she is snall, I see her weight fluctuates wildly be 10% or more over a matter of days! I although overweight; don't have much fluctuation at all. I notice if she eats too much "American" food she will gain a bunch of weight very quickly, but as soon as she goes back to her traditional vegies, but primarily fish & rice the weight comes off almost overnight. Now when I say she eats rice; it's a prodigious amount! If I was to eat that much rice I would swell up like a balloon! I conversely have cut the amount of starchy carbs I've been consuming and coupled with my riding have seen my weight steadily decline. Point being that the diets that work for both of us a almost polar opposite. I think this is partly cultural; over hundreds if not thousands of years our bodies adapt to the foods at hand. In my journey the things that seem to have made the biggest difference in order are: Sleep - lots of it. Water- ditto Diet- less starchy carbs, but also just generally, only eating until I am no longer hungry, not until I am FULL. Over time the less I've eaten, the less I can eat; to the point that it doesn't take much these days to fill me up. Lastly, I feel like doctors sometimes get cause and effect backwards these days. You hear " obesity causes heart disease" for example. Hey, what is more likely is the heart health or the lack of it causes obesity! In fact I am increasingly of the belief that heart health is the root of a large number of today's health problems. From Obesity, to dementia, to many stress related disorders. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/rbw-owners-bunch/56688aee-d371-4422-9e12-80286b82640e%40googlegroups.com.
[RBW] Pics from Riv
I love those threadless bullmoosey looking 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 view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/rbw-owners-bunch/558c1e71-74ac-4619-93c0-c976ceec797a%40googlegroups.com.
[RBW] Re: Issues with slipping bosco bars?
It takes a substantial amount of torque to keep those bars stable. I was one of the first to try them years ago and they called a few weeks later to see if they were alright. I had to use a pipe as an extension on my allen wrench to get them tight enough. They have a freaky long reach back creating a lot of leverage. I wouldn't trade them for any reason. Marc On Saturday, October 12, 2019 at 3:37:06 PM UTC-4, jeff perry wrote: > > Is anyone else experiencing slipping Bosco bars? No matter how much I > tighten the stem, it slips when I apply even a reasonable amount of > pressure on the bars. There’s no grease in there to screw things up > either. So frustrating because I like the bars, but it’s just not safe to > ride this way. I’ve had zero issues on my albatross bars. Anyone else > experiencing similar problems? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/rbw-owners-bunch/b5b58642-f873-4f5a-bd8e-59b82af1eae8%40googlegroups.com.
[RBW] Re: Issues with slipping bosco bars?
Go to a bike shop instead. It is usually sold to install carbon seatposts and bars that are sensitive to over torquing. Often they even have some free samples in which case you can buy tire lever, cable, or tube. CSHBGCA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/rbw-owners-bunch/1bc50ed2-bee8-418d-8bfd-fe72e5436e14%40googlegroups.com.
[RBW] Pics from Riv
I didn't see any new brakes. Grant mentioned a fancier Cheviot down the road, which Will explained as "more rad" 😁 Those bars are a prototype Bosco Bullmoose with a bit less reach-back and more flared. It's spectacular and I want one on my upcoming custom. If they don't produce the bar I'm going to try to make Grant sell me the prototype! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/rbw-owners-bunch/b6ab-567f-4c70-84ec-e80df2a66024%40googlegroups.com.
[RBW] Pics from Riv
Oh, it's threadless! I didn't notice that, it's on a threaded Wolbis. Shoot, I want a quill version. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/rbw-owners-bunch/a13b5b29-b866-4baa-b46f-9f3c1980212f%40googlegroups.com.
Re: [RBW] Re: For sale - Gilles Berthoud Arabesque saddle - black. Used on one ride
Sorry if I offended you Jeff (or the outbidder). Outbidding happens all the time here in Brooklyn with real estate, it's the joy of getting over asking price, usually with cash! So maybe I'm not right, but it still seems a little shady to offer it up only to rescind and delete everything due to a higher offer. Maybe that offer came in the first few minutes, not after you had already received replies? If that's the case you're on high ground. If not, maybe aim for the $ky and drop back next time? Happy rolling to all -Kai -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/rbw-owners-bunch/511e3532-4b88-434d-aca8-1fbc17899c16%40googlegroups.com.
Re: [RBW] Re: Interesting refutation of Gary Taubes' obesity ideas
I apologize for all the typos in the above post; comes from typing on a phone. I was interested in Grant's comment about overweight women and overweight children; hard to think there wouldn't be some correlation, but again it could vary with genetics. My mother was overweight as is my eldest sister, I less than her & my youngest sister less than I. My mother would regularly do the Atkins diet lose 30lbs., gain it all back, then lose 50lbs. the next time only to gain it back! Finally in her 60s her doctor diagnosed her as Diabetic; she went on what we would describe as a ketogenic diet these days and finally dropped to a more or less normal weight. I think the main reason she couldn't maintain her weight loss and now suffers from dementia is she was never active, she didn't ride bikes, she didn't do anything. To Charlie and others who are discouraged by exercising & gaining weight rather than losing it. I would say stick with it. As someone whose gone from very fit to less so (purely based on my activity levels) a few times in my life, I would say stay away from the scale it can be very misleading! A sudden increase in physical activity will correspond to a burst in muscle growth; initially you will build muscle faster than you burn fat & muscle weighs ~ 2x fat! So, it's only natural to gain weight at first. The good news is bigger muscles need more fuel and thus burn more calories, so while it may be slow sledding at first at some point you will notice the weight loss will start to increase and finally really start to pick up steam. You can accelerate the process with a Palio or Keto diet, but if you stay with it, results will follow. For me I stay away from the scale, it took 20 years, a wife, 2 kids & a very stressful job to put on this weight, so I don't think it's healthy to think I am going to lose it all over night. My better gauge is my waist line at my heaviest I was a 38" waist, 4 or 5 years ago; without changing too much I am sub 36" and slimming noticeably faster now that I've increased my muscle mass. Most importantly my results are due more to lifestyle changes as opposed to strictly dieting, because of that I am more likely to stay with it and continue increasing my fitness level and losing weight. I would say the best barometer is your belt! Mine has notches every inch or so and I am 3 notches down from my biggest and getting better every day. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/rbw-owners-bunch/9684b8b2-253a-4396-9469-0b6dfd9f9130%40googlegroups.com.
[RBW] Re: Issues with slipping bosco bars?
I've got two of the non-bull Boscos in service on my 26" tandem. Doesn't see a ton of miles, but no issues. On Monday, October 14, 2019 at 10:04:43 AM UTC-4, John A. Bennett wrote: > > I've been riding Bosco bars on my daily commuter (2005 RBW 62cm Saluki) > for years, and I have had zero issues with them. > > No slip, no dip. > > They are* by far* my favorite bars OF ALL TIME, and believe me, I've > ridden them all. Well, all of the bars sold by Rivendell, that is. > > https://www.instagram.com/p/B1o6mceBEsf/ > > John at Rivelo in Portland, Ore. > > > > > > On Saturday, October 12, 2019 at 12:37:06 PM UTC-7, jeff perry wrote: >> >> Is anyone else experiencing slipping Bosco bars? No matter how much I >> tighten the stem, it slips when I apply even a reasonable amount of >> pressure on the bars. There’s no grease in there to screw things up >> either. So frustrating because I like the bars, but it’s just not safe to >> ride this way. I’ve had zero issues on my albatross bars. Anyone else >> experiencing similar problems? > > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/rbw-owners-bunch/a3cfd1b5-af26-42b0-8a51-14124f2edc24%40googlegroups.com.
Re: [RBW] Re: Issues with slipping bosco bars?
Maybe I just got a defective bar. Disappointing. I can’t sell these, so I guess they are an expensive addition to my recycle bin. Sent from my iPhone > On Oct 14, 2019, at 5:01 PM, Mark Roland wrote: > > I've got two of the non-bull Boscos in service on my 26" tandem. Doesn't see > a ton of miles, but no issues. > >> On Monday, October 14, 2019 at 10:04:43 AM UTC-4, John A. Bennett wrote: >> I've been riding Bosco bars on my daily commuter (2005 RBW 62cm Saluki) for >> years, and I have had zero issues with them. >> >> No slip, no dip. >> >> They are by far my favorite bars OF ALL TIME, and believe me, I've ridden >> them all. Well, all of the bars sold by Rivendell, that is. >> >> https://www.instagram.com/p/B1o6mceBEsf/ >> >> John at Rivelo in Portland, Ore. >> >> >> >> >> >>> On Saturday, October 12, 2019 at 12:37:06 PM UTC-7, jeff perry wrote: >>> Is anyone else experiencing slipping Bosco bars? No matter how much I >>> tighten the stem, it slips when I apply even a reasonable amount of >>> pressure on the bars. There’s no grease in there to screw things up >>> either. So frustrating because I like the bars, but it’s just not safe to >>> ride this way. I’ve had zero issues on my albatross bars. Anyone else >>> experiencing similar problems? > > -- > 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/G-p9Tjzbles/unsubscribe. > To unsubscribe from this group and all its topics, send an email to > rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. > To view this discussion on the web visit > https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/rbw-owners-bunch/a3cfd1b5-af26-42b0-8a51-14124f2edc24%40googlegroups.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 view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/rbw-owners-bunch/56895270-99FE-4754-B32D-75C29D1047F9%40gmail.com.
Re: [RBW] For sale - Gilles Berthoud Arabesque saddle - black. Used on one ride
I have the Mente, which I think is the same shape only a slightly lower price (discontinued) on my commuter. It’s a very nice saddle and I paid 150 for it so 100 for this saddle which slotted above the Mente is really a remarkable deal. I was tempted but the Mente which differs mainly by way of having rivets holding the cover on is pretty darned sweet itself. John On Sat, Oct 12, 2019 at 10:11 PM Doug Bloch wrote: > That is a great deal. At 180mm this saddle is 5mm wider than the B17. > Their widest model, in fact. Someone will be very happy with it. > > Doug > Alameda CA USA > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups > "RBW Owners Bunch" group. > To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an > email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. > To view this discussion on the web visit > https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/rbw-owners-bunch/baf9e61b-587f-4215-bac0-3b7467596608%40googlegroups.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 view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/rbw-owners-bunch/CALSyJaiGg64V3xCYpOEZv1tgDp%3DTeYxzw-c0_2CmL8cueh1r6Q%40mail.gmail.com.
Re: [RBW] Re: Interesting refutation of Gary Taubes' obesity ideas
Sorry, last post I just wanted to mention, the latest, greatest and still in it's infancy is the study of the stomach biome. In the very near future they will be able to sample the bacteria in your stomach and either selectively remove bad bacteria OR introduce bacteria to counteract different conditions like obesity, lactose intolerance, possibly celiac disease, ulcers, etc. It's debatable if this would be a good thing or not, but it certainly is looking like it is coming. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/rbw-owners-bunch/54352bfc-48a2-48aa-8985-91cf41e82f6e%40googlegroups.com.
Re: [RBW] Re: Issues with slipping bosco bars?
Doubt they are defective. I think it has more to do with how and where a person rides. Some friction paste and judicious overtorquing of stem bolt should mostly solve it. CSHBGCA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/rbw-owners-bunch/ec5aad34-cc43-4ac0-b94e-4bd76779b507%40googlegroups.com.
[RBW] 8-tooth spread on QB/SO track-ends
Curious if the 8-tooth "max" spread can be pushed by a tooth or two? Is that just a conservative figure or has anyone successfully run a larger (9 or 10 tooth) chain ring size difference on their Quickbeam or Simpleone and still had good brake pad alignment on the rear wheel? I'm rebuilding my SO and I have a 41/32 crank which is only 1 tooth larger than the spec. The freewheel is 20t and the wheels are 700/43. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/rbw-owners-bunch/a7e7dfc9-b9f7-40ea-a86e-cbc65d7e791c%40googlegroups.com.
Re: [RBW] Re: Issues with slipping bosco bars?
>From your description, I think you are right not to use them. If it were me, I would attempt to get my money back from whomever I bought them. In my case, the only entity from whom I would ever buy a Bosco bar would be Rivendell Bicycle Works, and I'm certain that they would treat me fairly. Bill Lindsay El Cerrito, CA On Monday, October 14, 2019 at 2:43:46 PM UTC-7, jeff perry wrote: > > Maybe I just got a defective bar. Disappointing. I can’t sell these, so > I guess they are an expensive addition to my recycle bin. > > Sent from my iPhone > > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/rbw-owners-bunch/d577ba3d-f370-4a59-b9c4-580bf83a9930%40googlegroups.com.
[RBW] Re: 8-tooth spread on QB/SO track-ends
8-tooth is the max I could get, and that was with 700x33 tires. Larger tires reduced the achievable spread because they can't move as far forward between the chainstays. On Monday, October 14, 2019 at 3:24:57 PM UTC-7, j.schwartz wrote: > > Curious if the 8-tooth "max" spread can be pushed by a tooth or two? > Is that just a conservative figure or has anyone successfully run a larger > (9 or 10 tooth) chain ring size difference on their Quickbeam or Simpleone > and still had good brake pad alignment on the rear wheel? > I'm rebuilding my SO and I have a 41/32 crank which is only 1 tooth larger > than the spec. > The freewheel is 20t and the wheels are 700/43. > > > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/rbw-owners-bunch/568f16e0-b714-49b8-b4b5-6d8598b2e61d%40googlegroups.com.
Re: [RBW] Re: Issues with slipping bosco bars?
Without actually measuring anything you have idea what you are working with, either bar or stem. Even if the bar is slightly out of spec, an open face stem is much more accomodating, the bars don't have to be exact like a single bolt. I've used 25.4 swept back bars in 26.0 open face stems w/o a shim and they didn't budge. 2 and 4 bolt stems usually offer a wider clamp area also. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/rbw-owners-bunch/80ab220c-c35b-485f-aff1-419ab3ad7d23%40googlegroups.com.
Re: [RBW] Re: Issues with slipping bosco bars?
I've ridden these bars for many years. When I first installed them they slipped and I found that to fix it I had to tighten the bolt a little bit more than I was comfortable with—once I did, they were set and haven't moved a smidge since. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/rbw-owners-bunch/0a256c34-f977-4bba-9292-aa7834f5d015%40googlegroups.com.
Re: [RBW] Re: Issues with slipping bosco bars?
I think the OP has reached the end of his confidence with these bars and just would rather not. Which I totally understand; it's a very important contact between you and the very important front wheel, and you need to know that baby isn't going to move! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/rbw-owners-bunch/a6419dc0-b9bd-40e7-a148-6dad3d59d8a3%40googlegroups.com.
[RBW] Re: 8-tooth spread on QB/SO track-ends
You can get wider gear inch spread with a smaller tooth spread if you use a flip-flop hub or a White Industries DosEno freewheel. Then you run little cog with big chain ring, big cog with little chain ring. With abandon, Patrick On Monday, October 14, 2019 at 4:24:57 PM UTC-6, j.schwartz wrote: > > Curious if the 8-tooth "max" spread can be pushed by a tooth or two? > Is that just a conservative figure or has anyone successfully run a larger > (9 or 10 tooth) chain ring size difference on their Quickbeam or Simpleone > and still had good brake pad alignment on the rear wheel? > I'm rebuilding my SO and I have a 41/32 crank which is only 1 tooth larger > than the spec. > The freewheel is 20t and the wheels are 700/43. > > > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/rbw-owners-bunch/2d926c2d-9acf-417a-aa62-436085c07ee8%40googlegroups.com.
[RBW] Re: 8-tooth spread on QB/SO track-ends
Thanks Patrick I forgot about that. What sort of gearing numbers did you run on your off road QB? On Monday, October 14, 2019 at 9:21:39 PM UTC-4, Deacon Patrick wrote: > > You can get wider gear inch spread with a smaller tooth spread if you use > a flip-flop hub or a White Industries DosEno freewheel. Then you run little > cog with big chain ring, big cog with little chain ring. > > With abandon, > Patrick > > On Monday, October 14, 2019 at 4:24:57 PM UTC-6, j.schwartz wrote: >> >> Curious if the 8-tooth "max" spread can be pushed by a tooth or two? >> Is that just a conservative figure or has anyone successfully run a >> larger (9 or 10 tooth) chain ring size difference on their Quickbeam or >> Simpleone and still had good brake pad alignment on the rear wheel? >> I'm rebuilding my SO and I have a 41/32 crank which is only 1 tooth >> larger than the spec. >> The freewheel is 20t and the wheels are 700/43. >> >> >> -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/rbw-owners-bunch/ca096a98-ac37-402f-ab2e-e0731d380e84%40googlegroups.com.
[RBW] Re: WTB: 58cm Sam Frameset
There is currently one on Ebay https://rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?mpre=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.com%2Fulk%2Fitm%2F48351462 -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/rbw-owners-bunch/3a5fb08a-c41d-4db8-91e8-ab11f7fd94a4%40googlegroups.com.
[RBW] Re: 8-tooth spread on QB/SO track-ends
Still running it. Grin. 44/34 x 17/21 (fixed gear Surly Dingle cog), yields 44x17=71" and 34x21=44". Keep in mind that's geared up for fixed. With abandon, Patrick On Monday, October 14, 2019 at 7:40:11 PM UTC-6, j.schwartz wrote: > > Thanks Patrick > I forgot about that. > What sort of gearing numbers did you run on your off road QB? > > On Monday, October 14, 2019 at 9:21:39 PM UTC-4, Deacon Patrick wrote: >> >> You can get wider gear inch spread with a smaller tooth spread if you use >> a flip-flop hub or a White Industries DosEno freewheel. Then you run little >> cog with big chain ring, big cog with little chain ring. >> >> With abandon, >> Patrick >> >> On Monday, October 14, 2019 at 4:24:57 PM UTC-6, j.schwartz wrote: >>> >>> Curious if the 8-tooth "max" spread can be pushed by a tooth or two? >>> Is that just a conservative figure or has anyone successfully run a >>> larger (9 or 10 tooth) chain ring size difference on their Quickbeam or >>> Simpleone and still had good brake pad alignment on the rear wheel? >>> I'm rebuilding my SO and I have a 41/32 crank which is only 1 tooth >>> larger than the spec. >>> The freewheel is 20t and the wheels are 700/43. >>> >>> >>> -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/rbw-owners-bunch/e16fad99-2506-4775-9dda-c428e0123c05%40googlegroups.com.
[RBW] FS: 58 Hunq, Waterford . With disc tabs $1125 shipped.
Hey group, I have a 58 Hunq I’m looking to sell. It’s a Waterford model. I had disc tabs added. It’s got some paint chips and chain suck but other wise in good condition. No dents or dings.Comes with headset and shimano BB. PM for pics.Thank you!-Mike -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/rbw-owners-bunch/65e657b7-ece3-4ec5-af8a-4973ba0efeb2%40googlegroups.com.
