[RBW] Re: Thanks Grant
It started off that way but of course specifics are now being discussed/argued. I'm not saying I don't agree with Grant (no idea where you got that, that is your poor assumption), but even Grant used his blog, not this forum. There is a time and a place. But hey, it's not my forum, I'm just a guest, as are all of you. If this is how things are run here, who am I to have a problem with it? All I can do is offer my opinion on the matter. Best, On Wednesday, June 20, 2018 at 12:40:29 PM UTC-5, Eamon Nordquist wrote: > > Mattt and d2mini, I respectfully suggest that this is simply a thread > thanking Grant for a post on his blog. Clearly you disagree with his > sentiment, and have expressed so. Why not leave it at that? > > Eamon > Seattle > -- 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 https://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Thanks Grant
I have to agree with Matt. This is not the place for discussion of politics. At least I didn't think so. Nothing good ever comes from a political post (evident in this very thread) on a non-political forum, and most non-political forums/discussion groups don't allow it. Anyone who has been around the block a few times knows this. -- 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 https://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: My new Sam is complete!
Thanks guys. :) Tully Lanter, the Albastache require less reach to the front curved brake area and the bar ends are a couple inches longer. Overall it's a more relaxed version of the moustache 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 https://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Why not a suspension-corrected fork/frame?
For my mountain biking, there is no replacing my full suspension mtn bike. Period. That's ok though. I have my Riv for my casual riding on roads and light trails and my specialized rockhopper for taking the real abuse. In other words, don't force something to be something it's not. Let Riv be Riv. If you're riding requires some sort of suspension, there are so many good options out there already. On Friday, June 15, 2018 at 9:56:05 AM UTC-5, tc wrote: > > With the exciting news about a new Riv MTB in the works, I wonder what > would be given up by offering it with a suspension-corrected rigid fork to > allow those of us who prefer some squish in front to have that option? I > realize it's too late for that, but I can always hope for a "2.0" model :) > > And I'd like to stay away from justifying the need for me or anyone else > needing a suspension fork, and instead stick to the design principles > involved, and mostly the experience of those who've had bikes that were > offered with suspension corrected forks/frames and rode them with both > setups. For the type of riding you do/did, did the offset/trail/whatever > bug you to the point that you didn't like one version or the other? Did > you really appreciate the flexibility it gave you? Did you enjoy it both > ways, for different purposes? > > Tom > -- 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 https://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: My new Sam is complete!
Got the copper water bottle cage. ;) > -- 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 https://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
Re: [RBW] Re: MTB hints in yesterday's Blahg?
>From today's email... "it will have a superior form of disc brake that utilizes the rim for maximum leverage and light weight" On Tuesday, June 12, 2018 at 4:48:36 PM UTC-5, Eamon Nordquist wrote: > > Yeah, I'm with you too. It's almost certain to have rim brakes, and why > not? > -- 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 https://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: My new Sam is complete!
The hubs are Velo Orange Grand Cru, laced to polished Velocity Atlas rims. :) On Monday, June 11, 2018 at 9:18:24 AM UTC-5, Beaverton Bob wrote: > > Wonderful build. Like many here, I am a Sam owner myself. I will second > the suggestion of getting it (at least slightly) dirty!! > > Trying to look at the pics in my phone, but are those White Industries > hubs? If so, nice touch. > -- 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 https://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: New Atlantis! - First Riv
That's a beauty! Congrats! On Monday, June 11, 2018 at 11:42:21 AM UTC-5, Brian Reeves wrote: > > I've been lurking for quite some time here and have wanted an Atlantis for > a while too. Back in April, I put out a wtb post looking for an Atlantis. > I had quite a few forum members kindly reply back to me. But after a call > to Riv and talking to Grant (whom generously gave me quite a bit of his > time when I called in), I decided to order a new Atlantis (56 - 650b) from > Riv and have them build it up for me. Everyone I spoke to over the phone > (Grant, Roman and Corey just to name a few) were very nice...they all seem > like great folks and I have had nothing but positive experiences with > them. My Atlantis came well packed and expertly assembled. I finished > unboxing/what assembly was left yesterday and did my first ride yesterday > and another today. The bike feels fantastic...to me it feels nimble and > fast yet stable and responsive when needed, and the wide 650b tires makes > the pot-hole streets and gravel roads around here feel soo smooth it's > almost unreal. > > I've included some photos from yesterday and today. I **currently** live > in Hamilton, a small town in central Texas with a population of under 3000 > peoplebut will be undergoing a pretty fast move this month to > Alexandria in central Louisiana which is pretty exciting but just a lot to > take care of in under a month if all the stars alignespecially with > working toward finding housing by July 1st. > -- 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 https://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: My new Sam is complete!
HA! I never figured out how to add a sig here. May the force be with you, -d2 aka Dennis. On Sunday, June 10, 2018 at 7:38:29 PM UTC-5, Deacon Patrick wrote: > > R2D2 (no name, so you get mocked. Grin.), > Delightful build! I love the tuxedo Sam, and those prime sylvan touring > pedals in copper realy shine! May you have many happy miles together, and > may it not always be so clean! Grin. > > With abandon, > Patrick > -- 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 https://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: 56cm MIT Atlantis
Beautiful bike. I'll always be fond of the Atlantis, as it was my first. Rivendell, that is. ;) Congrats! On Sunday, June 10, 2018 at 4:33:38 PM UTC-5, Matt Beecher wrote: > > I have not had a chance to ride it yet, so I might adjust the handlebar or > saddle height, but I look forward to putting this into commuter duty > starting on Friday. Most of the parts were pulled from my parts bin. > Fenders should arrive on a Tuesday and I plan to add a rear dynamo fender > light. > > Matt in Oswego, 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 post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at https://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: My new Sam is complete!
Thank you. :) I love the pedals. Goes well with the copper rails and studs on the brooks saddle. The copper bottle gauge will match nicely. I did find some metallic copper twine that I thought would look great on the bars instead of the plain hemp. But that was a big fail and I promptly removed it. Too gaudy! I thought it was such a good idea, too. lol Oh well. On Sunday, June 10, 2018 at 12:27:50 PM UTC-5, Joe Bernard wrote: > > That's sooo pretty. The cream tires and Albastache on a black frame give > it kind of a path racer vibe. Copper pedals! I gotta get me a set. -- 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 https://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: My new Sam is complete!
LOL, yup! Some stuff I was picking up whatever I could find at a decent price and it all works well. It's a 10 spd cassette. And the bar ends are friction. Thanks! :) On Sunday, June 10, 2018 at 12:11:37 PM UTC-5, Austin B. wrote: > > That's a beaut! Like the copper highlights--they complement the black > really nicely. So the 11-speed 105 RD takes a 9-speed cassette + bar ends > just fine? I never would've thought to try that combo. > > And nice camera work with the wide-open aperture to blur the fore & > background. > > -Austin > -- 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 https://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] My new Sam is complete!
Well, pretty much. haha Here's a little Sunday afternoon bike porn. :) https://photos.app.goo.gl/FeRHJz2RMefnKe9RA Used a few older parts, and picked up several new parts as well. Not sure how well it will wear over time, but this Serfas cloth bar tape is pretty nice. Has a little bit of padding too it and the fabric is nice and soft feeling. And it's wrapping around a brand new Albastache bar which is a first for me. Have had the moustache bars before and they were ok but so far I really like these. It is a bit stripped down at the moment. I'll be adding a copper bottle cage, possibly a frame pump... and for now it's a fair weather rider so no fenders or racks at this time. Rides awesome! Super smooth. :) This is my third Riv build now and once again, not disappointed. -- 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 https://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Low-Normal rear derailleurs... R.I.P.?
Something I wish I was told about 5 years ago!! hahahaha! ;) On Friday, June 8, 2018 at 5:33:03 AM UTC-5, Ron Mc wrote: > > Bill's call is a good one. I spared my 8-sp Record cassette when it was > at closeout prices. All my Brooks Select saddles are spared, and were > bought on closeout, each right around $100. Keep an eye on the closeout > stuff and buy a couple of it's something you know you're going to use. > > On Thursday, June 7, 2018 at 4:24:48 PM UTC-5, Bill Lindsay wrote: >> >> I'm a mechanic, and I understand how things work Stock up on the >> stuff you know you want to keep running. 9-speed cassettes, even 10-speed >> cassettes might go away next. Top quality 8-speed cassettes are long gone, >> just like top quality 6-speed freewheels. >> ... >> Bill Lindsay >> El Cerrito, 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 https://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Low-Normal rear derailleurs... R.I.P.?
Thanks. Misery loves company, ya know. ;) On Thursday, June 7, 2018 at 11:49:33 AM UTC-5, Melanie wrote: > > I'm with you, dt. I love my low-normal RD and wish I had one on all my > bikes. > > Melanie > > On Thursday, June 7, 2018 at 9:39:45 AM UTC-4, d2mini wrote: >> >> I just finished up my new Sam build and bought a new RD for it without >> even thinking about it. Now shifting it with my bar-ends feels all wrong >> since it's opposite of what I was used to. >> Previously with my shimano XT, I would pull up on the lever as I gained >> speed on the flats, and if I came to a hill it was an easy push down to >> drop into easier gears. >> Now its the opposite and just feels WRONG! lol >> >> They don't specify, but the deore model on the Riv site is Top-Normal if >> I'm not mistaken. >> Google isn't turning up much but a bunch of threads from like 5 years ago >> about people already having trouble finding Low-Normal or Rapid Rise RD's. >> I did find a NOS one on ebay. >> >> So is it just me? Anyone else with this issue? Do I just need to get over >> it? lol >> Or if anyone can point me towards a model that's still available, I'd >> appreciate it. >> >> -- 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 https://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Low-Normal rear derailleurs... R.I.P.?
yeah, that's what I've been looking for. If you see one that doesn't have "vintage" pricing, let me know! lol On Thursday, June 7, 2018 at 12:02:05 PM UTC-5, iamkeith wrote: > > Wasn't there talk once of Riv making a Silver-branded derailleur where the > spring in the parallelogram could be reversed, so it would work either > way? I'm sure it was a long shot. > > I hated rapid-rise but, as others note, it's just what you get used to. > > Look for the deore xt or xtr mountain bike versions, if you want to stock > up. They are cheaper than earlier versions, because of demand. And they > are better looking than the newer ones, being still in available in a > polished-like finish and simpler shape. > > On Thursday, June 7, 2018 at 7:39:45 AM UTC-6, d2mini wrote: >> >> I just finished up my new Sam build and bought a new RD for it without >> even thinking about it. Now shifting it with my bar-ends feels all wrong >> since it's opposite of what I was used to. >> Previously with my shimano XT, I would pull up on the lever as I gained >> speed on the flats, and if I came to a hill it was an easy push down to >> drop into easier gears. >> Now its the opposite and just feels WRONG! lol >> >> They don't specify, but the deore model on the Riv site is Top-Normal if >> I'm not mistaken. >> Google isn't turning up much but a bunch of threads from like 5 years ago >> about people already having trouble finding Low-Normal or Rapid Rise RD's. >> I did find a NOS one on ebay. >> >> So is it just me? Anyone else with this issue? Do I just need to get over >> it? lol >> Or if anyone can point me towards a model that's still available, I'd >> appreciate it. >> >> -- 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 https://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Low-Normal rear derailleurs... R.I.P.?
I just finished up my new Sam build and bought a new RD for it without even thinking about it. Now shifting it with my bar-ends feels all wrong since it's opposite of what I was used to. Previously with my shimano XT, I would pull up on the lever as I gained speed on the flats, and if I came to a hill it was an easy push down to drop into easier gears. Now its the opposite and just feels WRONG! lol They don't specify, but the deore model on the Riv site is Top-Normal if I'm not mistaken. Google isn't turning up much but a bunch of threads from like 5 years ago about people already having trouble finding Low-Normal or Rapid Rise RD's. I did find a NOS one on ebay. So is it just me? Anyone else with this issue? Do I just need to get over it? lol Or if anyone can point me towards a model that's still available, I'd appreciate it. -- 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 https://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: RIV Catalog Arrived
"NO TOP TUBE THERE TO BONK YOUR YOO-HOO" I finally got a copy of the Riv catalog with my order and was just reading through it now. Thank god my last sip of a coffee was a few moments prior to reading that line and not during. LMAO! Thanks for the laugh, Grant. :) -- 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 https://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: FS: A. Homer Hilsen Frame 56/650b
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 https://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: What frame and build set make you a safer, slower rider?
Age makes me a slower rider. lol :D Agree with others that it's probably more handlebar related. Upright positions will naturally be safer and slower. For the frame, choose on the style of riding. On Saturday, June 2, 2018 at 10:30:55 AM UTC-5, John W wrote: > > I’ve been thinking a lot about safety, and about what it means to > “underbike” in the city, in the name of keeping oneself purposely at > lower-than-average speeds and maximally visible to pedestrians and cars. > > Naturally, most of this is in the hands of the cyclist. The best safety is > defensive cycling. > > That said, as I consider a Riv purchase within the next year, I’m > centering my decision of the frame and build kit around what would make for > an enjoyable cycling experience in the city while also reinforcing the > thought of, “Hey: slow down, be seen, be slow. Ride your bike, but don’t be > a cyclist.” > > Yes, this is an indulgence. But if anyone who overthought this as much as > I’m doing, I’d welcome suggestions or thoughts of what worked for you. I’m > ruling out single speeds due to cranky knees. But gearing and handlebar > choices are in play. So, too are frames. I’m thinking either a Sam or > Atlantis might fit the bill. > > I know I could strap a cinderblock to my bike. That sure would slow me > down. But this is all about creating a fun bike that’s purpose built for > this task. > -- 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 https://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: How crucial is it to chase the threads a derailleur hanger
I had no choice on my canti Sam. The derailleur would NOT thread in. On Wednesday, May 30, 2018 at 10:42:17 AM UTC-5, Bob B wrote: > > On a repainted frame that clearly has a coat of paint in the derailleur > threads... how crucial is it to chase those threads? Is it incredibly > unwise to attempt to slowly mount my RD, backing out of the threads every > 1/4 turn or so? > > I ask because I don't have a tap handy and I'm under a time crunch to get > my bike rebuilt! if theres another tapless workaround, please share! Or, > tell me if I'm worried for no reason. > > Thanks, > Bob > Brooklyn, NY > -- 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 https://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Has a product review or comment system on the Riv site ever been considered?
AHA! I missed that! Don't I feel silly now. :D I guess I was looking for the typical 'stars' or whatever up near the product name rather than down at the bottom. And I see that is also where you can leave a review of your own. Thanks! On Tuesday, May 29, 2018 at 1:16:44 PM UTC-5, David B wrote: > > This is a review section for every item. At the bottom of the description, > click on reviews and it'll show them. Not every product has a review, I'd > say most products don't have reviews, but there certainly is a space for it. > David > River Grove, IL > > On Tuesday, May 29, 2018 at 11:08:07 AM UTC-5, d2mini wrote: >> >> Just curious. I like seeing user reviews of products. >> Riv's site is probably unique from most other online shops because pretty >> much ever single product chosen are great products that Grant and team >> would choose for themselves. >> But even hearing things like why someone chose that particular item over >> another, how it might compare to a similar item, how they've gotten along >> with it, things they like, things I might not have thought of before >> purchasing, etc can all be interesting and quite helpful. >> Grant's descriptions are great but never hurts to hear a second opinion, >> and when on the fence it could really help. Fences are not very >> comfortable! :) >> >> -- 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 https://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Has a product review or comment system on the Riv site ever been considered?
Aha! I missed that! Don't I feel silly now. :D Guess I was looking for the typical "stars" or whatever up above by the item name or something like that. Now for what is probably another dumb question... how does one leave a review? Thanks! On Tuesday, May 29, 2018 at 1:16:44 PM UTC-5, David B wrote: > > This is a review section for every item. At the bottom of the description, > click on reviews and it'll show them. Not every product has a review, I'd > say most products don't have reviews, but there certainly is a space for it. > David > River Grove, IL > > On Tuesday, May 29, 2018 at 11:08:07 AM UTC-5, d2mini wrote: >> >> Just curious. I like seeing user reviews of products. >> Riv's site is probably unique from most other online shops because pretty >> much ever single product chosen are great products that Grant and team >> would choose for themselves. >> But even hearing things like why someone chose that particular item over >> another, how it might compare to a similar item, how they've gotten along >> with it, things they like, things I might not have thought of before >> purchasing, etc can all be interesting and quite helpful. >> Grant's descriptions are great but never hurts to hear a second opinion, >> and when on the fence it could really help. Fences are not very >> comfortable! :) >> >> -- 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 https://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Has a product review or comment system on the Riv site ever been considered?
Just curious. I like seeing user reviews of products. Riv's site is probably unique from most other online shops because pretty much ever single product chosen are great products that Grant and team would choose for themselves. But even hearing things like why someone chose that particular item over another, how it might compare to a similar item, how they've gotten along with it, things they like, things I might not have thought of before purchasing, etc can all be interesting and quite helpful. Grant's descriptions are great but never hurts to hear a second opinion, and when on the fence it could really help. Fences are not very comfortable! :) -- 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 https://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Clicking noise -- About to lose my mind.
Sorry I didn't read through every post, just now seeing this thread. But every single time this has happened to me, it was a loose pedal. And by "loose" I mean not reay tight in the crank arm. Once I grabbed the pedal wrench and really "cranked" down on it, seeing even just smidge of a turn, no more clicking sound. On Friday, May 25, 2018 at 6:52:06 PM UTC-5, Nathan Neuberger wrote: > > I'm in need of some help with an aggravating problem. Several years ago my > bike developed a clicking sound. It occurs at the same spot in the crank > rotation. Curiously, the click does not always happen (sometimes its > sleeping), but tends to wake up most often during a climb or when I'm > hauling a load. But it occurs during easy riding as well. > > > This winter, my bike was in need of some TLC, so I replaced the chain, > cassette, chainring set (but not the crank arms) and the bottom bracket. > Overhauled the hubs too. That covered almost every moving part, so I > figured that would solve it. Nope. > > > I think it is likely a pedal issue. The clicking only occurs when my right > pedal is at about 12:00 (about to start a downstroke) and under relatively > heavy pressure. Just pedaling with my left foot does not seem to trigger > the click. > > > Bike is a Rivendell Homer Hilsen (2009-ish). The pedals are MKS grip > kings. I took off both pedals, cleaned them, replaced all bearings, and put > in tons of grease. I did not see or feel any issues with the races. The > click is still there, and seems to have gotten a little worse since I > overhauled the pedals. Could the click be caused by the pedal cone being > too tight? > > > Any other ideas? > > > -- 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 https://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: FS: A. Homer Hilsen Frame 56/650b
They’re Velocity Synergy 32 hole rims with shimano hubs. -- 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 https://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: FS: A. Homer Hilsen Frame 56/650b
Can't figure out how to edit the original. https://photos.app.goo.gl/aKdJ6qG4bMEApW6U2 > > -- 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 https://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: FS: A. Homer Hilsen Frame 56/650b
Sorry, forgot to enable sharing. Should work now. On Sunday, May 27, 2018 at 2:12:22 PM UTC-5, Jonathan D. wrote: > > The URL isn’t working. -- 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 https://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] FS: A. Homer Hilsen Frame 56/650b
This is an original Homer, about 8 years old. Size 56 and sized for 650b wheels. The cool part is that it has a custom green paint job (Joel Green) from Joe Bell. The not cool part is the paint/decal got a bit damaged on the seat tube from a baby carrier that was clamped there. The rest of the frame has the expected chip here and there in the usual places, nothing atypical from a frame that is several years old. No dents or anything like that. But due to the seat tube area, I'd expect the new owner of this lovely frame would want to have it repainted. And I even have a brand new set of decals and head tube badge to go along with it! So I'm offering this frame, fork, decals, head tube badge, Nitto seat post, headset and bottom bracket for $800 shipped. Or local pickup in the Houston, TX area. I also have the set of 650b Riv-Built wheels with front generator hub. $300 + shipping. Pics are here, and I included a few full-build iterations from over the years just for kicks. https://photos.google.com/album/AF1QipOr4HXBHZ684Fb5w06LpIVazgOhUG2ThU9hXZl7 -- 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 https://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
Re: [RBW] Re: Eat Bacon Don't Jog--Goal set, goal met
Yup, fully agree with all that! Or assume I will when I reach 61, i'm sure quicker than I thought. lol This is the book i was referring to https://www.amazon.com/dp/B006XF5BTG I also got this one because I decided to commit to his program for a year and this just makes it easier since it's a year's worth of programming and log book. https://www.amazon.com/dp/1938895231 If you step back and look at it, it's not al that different from other beginner/intermediate programs like Starting Strength, Fierce Five, etc. But yeah, I'd say this book (the first one above) was as much a help to me as Gary Taub's book (another Grant favorite) was about 8 years ago. That's the one that really got me started. 6% I couldn't do! 10 would be a more realistic goal. I'm about 11-12 now but said that's enough and starting my first lean bulk. An hour a day M-F first thing in the morning before anyone else is up is all I have time for. Kids!!! lol On Wednesday, May 23, 2018 at 2:43:54 PM UTC-5, pb wrote: > > A few random responses. > > - Looks like Mike Matthews has built quite the marketing machine, with a > variety of books and variations. If he isn't a snake oil peddler, he's > still a peddler. Just observing. > > - When I was 45 I was at 6% body fat and I could still hang in with the > 1&2 pack. I was also in the gym hours a day, 5 days a week. At 61, my > body and metabolism are different, although I agree that lifting remains > core to fitness and physical well-being. (I also like the treadmill for > its precise effort and heart rate management.) > > - Not every body responds to a diet program the same way. > > - I'm glad that you have figured it all out. That's a great place to be. > > > So which precisely is Mike's starter book, and how many more of his books > are necessary to achieve enlightenment? No surprise, the idea of another > book is exhausting. As an aside, I'm on a program right now that has been > working in lots of ways, but I still feel like stopping to take a nap when > on longer bike rides, so apparently I have not figured it all out. > > ~pb > > On Wednesday, May 23, 2018 at 11:36:09 AM UTC-7, d2mini wrote: > >> -- 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 https://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
Re: [RBW] Re: Eat Bacon Don't Jog--Goal set, goal met
Yes, that's a great one and in my library as well. :) It's a great read and it's awesome as a reference book for learning the proper form for all the main compound moves. Wouldn't want to be without it! I like Mike's book because he takes the majority of Rip's views and technique on strength training and combines them with his own views on diet. His book contains a large bit of information on food and eating with scientific studies to back it up. He even provides sample meal plans for cutting and bulking, for men and women, and at different body weights. He also talks about supplements in detail. Rip is purely all about getting stronger. Whereas Mike is probably equally concerned with aesthetics... moderate muscle, low bodyfat % looking ripped. On Wednesday, May 23, 2018 at 12:54:53 PM UTC-5, bernie wrote: > > Even better book, No.1 on Amazon, Starting Strength by Mark Rippetoe- best > weight lifting book ever. > > Bernie Burton > > On Wed, May 23, 2018 at 11:43 AM, d2mini > > wrote: > >> >>> >> I'm with you, OP... don't jog! Especially as we age. Best thing to do is >> get stronger and you don't get stronger with low intensity steady state >> cardio. You get stronger by lifting heavy things. And IMO, the stronger we >> are, not only do we look better, but recovery to injury is quicker, you are >> sick less, immune system is stronger, less overall aging problems. You may >> be skinny, but if you've got no muscle that's not doing you any good. >> Scrawny, weak and feeble. Being able to run 10 miles isn't going to help >> you when you are laid up in a hospital bed for weeks. And when you are >> lifting weights and getting stronger, there is no need to deny yourself of >> certain food groups if you don't want to. I was Paleo/low carb for the >> better part of a decade. Yeah, it worked and most of the time it was pretty >> easy, cause who doesn't like bacon!?... but it worked for one reason... it >> satiates you and makes it easier to eat in a caloric deficit. Same with >> Intermittent Fasting which I've also done. That 8 hour eating window just >> makes it easier to consume less calories. At the end of the day, that's all >> that matters... eat less. Don't be fooled by the self proclaimed youtube >> gurus that try to tell you that you are training your body to burn fat, >> your increasing fat burning hormones, bullet proof coffee, apple cider >> vinegar or other such nonsense. Every single one of those guys have one >> goal... make money. Modern day snake oil peddlers. Get on a solid weight >> lifting program and you can go back to eating it all. Within reason of >> course. I'll be 45 this summer and I finally got what I always wanted... a >> six pack! And i'm not talking about the beverage. ;) I've been where you >> guys are and I've learned a lot through it all. Only took me 10 years to >> weed through all the B.S. and figure it out. I now lift 4-5 days a week and >> track my calories/macros to make sure I'm getting the correct quantity and >> ratios and the results have been amazing. And the same advice goes for you >> ladies! No, you are not going to get "bulky". You are going to get strong, >> lean and fit. Win. And don't get me wrong, I'm not poo-pooing on low carb. >> You can still keep carbs relatively low if you'd like. The important thing >> is getting the minimum amount of Protein and Fat. Once you've done that you >> can fill the rest of your calories however you want. So eat your bacon and >> don't jog. Instead, eat your bacon and lift heavy things! :) >> >> Since ya'll are recommending books, look up Bigger Leaner Stronger by >> Mike Matthews on amazon. >> >> -- >> 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 https://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 https://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Eat Bacon Don't Jog--Goal set, goal met
> > > I'm with you, OP... don't jog! Especially as we age. Best thing to do is get stronger and you don't get stronger with low intensity steady state cardio. You get stronger by lifting heavy things. And IMO, the stronger we are, not only do we look better, but recovery to injury is quicker, you are sick less, immune system is stronger, less overall aging problems. You may be skinny, but if you've got no muscle that's not doing you any good. Scrawny, weak and feeble. Being able to run 10 miles isn't going to help you when you are laid up in a hospital bed for weeks. And when you are lifting weights and getting stronger, there is no need to deny yourself of certain food groups if you don't want to. I was Paleo/low carb for the better part of a decade. Yeah, it worked and most of the time it was pretty easy, cause who doesn't like bacon!?... but it worked for one reason... it satiates you and makes it easier to eat in a caloric deficit. Same with Intermittent Fasting which I've also done. That 8 hour eating window just makes it easier to consume less calories. At the end of the day, that's all that matters... eat less. Don't be fooled by the self proclaimed youtube gurus that try to tell you that you are training your body to burn fat, your increasing fat burning hormones, bullet proof coffee, apple cider vinegar or other such nonsense. Every single one of those guys have one goal... make money. Modern day snake oil peddlers. Get on a solid weight lifting program and you can go back to eating it all. Within reason of course. I'll be 45 this summer and I finally got what I always wanted... a six pack! And i'm not talking about the beverage. ;) I've been where you guys are and I've learned a lot through it all. Only took me 10 years to weed through all the B.S. and figure it out. I now lift 4-5 days a week and track my calories/macros to make sure I'm getting the correct quantity and ratios and the results have been amazing. And the same advice goes for you ladies! No, you are not going to get "bulky". You are going to get strong, lean and fit. Win. And don't get me wrong, I'm not poo-pooing on low carb. You can still keep carbs relatively low if you'd like. The important thing is getting the minimum amount of Protein and Fat. Once you've done that you can fill the rest of your calories however you want. So eat your bacon and don't jog. Instead, eat your bacon and lift heavy things! :) Since ya'll are recommending books, look up Bigger Leaner Stronger by Mike Matthews on amazon. -- 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 https://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Riding without fenders on Rivs reviews needed.
I couldn't have a commuter without fenders. But for sure a sunny day bike. Wouldn't mind the occasional unavoidable puddle. On Saturday, May 19, 2018 at 8:50:03 AM UTC-5, Lum Gim Fong wrote: > > From time to time I get the urge to drop the fenders/front rack and just > ride, wheels free, with a saddle bag (Banana sax nowadays?)and attach me > dino-light onto me front brake assembly. > I commute 20-30 miles round-trip when I commute. Roads only. > With wide DT carbonicbike I used to have I could get away with no spray in > the face. The DT would block it. > How do the Rivbikes with skinnier DT fare in the rain? Spray in the face? > Or no big deal? > > > I mean, anything heavier than a light rain and I get utterly drenched > anyway, even with my correctly, neurotically mounted Honjos and nice J&G > rain gear. > That stuff works great in light rains. But I get soaked to the bone in > anything heavier anyway. Sometimes I feel anxious about the risk of > rack/fender failures, so I check them to keep everything snugged up. > Maybe I will keep the Bleriot the armoured vehicle and the Rambouillet the > slimmed down bike and just see how it goes when I get caught on the > Rambouillet in the rain. > > One thing I love about fenders is I only get hit by falling, clean rain, > and not from any nastiness on the road surface. That is a big plus. > > Fenderless safety question: > If a front brake mounted edeluxe drops onto your unfendered front wheel, > will it stop the wheel, or just ride on top of it and not be a danger? > > Thanks for your thoughts and experiences. > > > -- 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 https://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Are new bag colors coming?
Only reason I ask is because it looks like certain bags/sizes in certain colors are being discontinued, but couldn't really make sense of it (ie. why just one size). -- 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 https://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: RIV Catalog Arrived
Is this like the old Riv Reader? I used to LOVE that thing! I've been away for a spell but I'm just recently back and building up a brand new Sam. How can I get one of these??? On Monday, May 14, 2018 at 2:05:09 PM UTC-5, Chris Birkenmaier wrote: > > Just got the mail and there it was - the promised Riv catalog! I'm going > to wait until after work to savor it with a beer in hand on the back > patio. Just from the cover, it looks to be of high quality. Much as you > would expect. > Chris > -- 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 https://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
Re: [RBW] Re: 26.0 vs 31.8
They have some interesting points about steering/handling and toe overlap with a wheel that was farther out front and slacker angles, but that won't change just by changing your stem. The bike would have to be designed with this in mind. By using their stem you'd get a more upright riding position due to the shorter reach and you may experience better some better steering, but not to the extent of their wright brothers mumbo jumbo, and toe overlap would remain unchanged. But interesting thoughts nonetheless. On Wednesday, May 16, 2018 at 8:39:50 AM UTC-5, Patrick Moore wrote: > > I have to agree. I don't discount the Analog idea entirely -- it may well > work for some bikes in some applications for some riders -- but stems with > extensions used with drop bars, and bikes built to use them both, have been > around too long to be mere mistakes in design. > > On Wed, May 16, 2018 at 3:14 AM, Garth > > wrote: > >> >> >> If anything is going away, it's Analog's idea of long stems going away. >> 😀 >> >> I would ask myself if I was really buying the right(yes pun) stem for the >> bike and me, or I was buying a someone else's "theory" about what I >> "should" be riding. >> >> >> >> -- >> 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 https://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. >> For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout. >> > > > > -- > Resumes, LinkedIn profiles, bios, and letters that get interviews. > By-the-hour resume and LinkedIn coaching. > Other professional writing services. > http://www.resumespecialties.com/ > Patrick Moore > Alburquerque, New Mexico, Etats Unis d'Amerique > ** > ** > *Auditis an me ludit amabilis insania?* > -- 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 https://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Workstand clamping
I'm a member of the top tube clamping club. On Sunday, May 13, 2018 at 1:13:17 AM UTC-5, Paul G wrote: > > For those of you with a fistful of seat post exposed on your large level > top tube bikes, what do you clamp your workstand to? > > I've been raising my seat post (marked with tape beforehand) to make room > for the clamp but that is a pain in the neck. Is it safe to clamp onto the > seat tube instead? It seems to me that the seat post inside would reinforce > the seat tube itself. > > The bike in question is a 61cm Roadeo. > > -- 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 https://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Canti Sam Hillborne: No Cable Hangers
I'm with you... I am not a fan of V-brakes at all as far as aesthetics go. Looks like someone ran out of brakes and slapped on a mountain bike part they had laying around the garage. Canti's or standard road brakes for me. :) Then again, I don't do heavy loaded touring where every ounce of brake performance makes a difference. On Thursday, May 10, 2018 at 9:26:22 AM UTC-5, ctifusion wrote: > > Thanks for mentioning this. I'm waiting for a new Atlantis and I just > realized there are no cable hangers. I have noticed how Riv has been > pushing V-brakes but I just can't go there. Even if they stop better, they > are just too ugly for me. I've always loved the look of cantis and you get > the satisfaction when you set them up and they actually stop the bike! > > Brynnar > Indy > > > > > > > > On Wednesday, May 9, 2018 at 4:46:06 PM UTC-4, Brett Callahan wrote: >> >> Joe, thanks, makes sense. As a newish Riv owner and board browser, I >> hadn't put that together. >> >> Cheers, >> Brett >> >> On Wednesday, May 9, 2018 at 9:34:45 AM UTC-7, Joe Bernard wrote: >>> >>> Brett: Canti-Sam is a generic term for 'not road brakes' because we're a >>> bunch of retrogrouches used to the name Canti-Rom :-) >> >> -- 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 https://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Canti Sam Hillborne: No Cable Hangers
Yes, but that wasn't the point of the question. As I said, no big deal (cheap/easy to get). I was just curious why they weren't included (like on my old Atlantis) on a frame that is labeled as "Canti". But as someone else already mentioned, I wasn't thinking about v-brake users. On Wednesday, May 9, 2018 at 12:40:01 PM UTC-5, Drw wrote: > > are we just talking about the binder bolt rear hanger and a front headset > spacer hanger? you can get those at any bike shop for next to nothing. > -- 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 https://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Canti Sam Hillborne: No Cable Hangers
Gotcha, that makes sense. I have a set of these I wanted to use... https://velo-orange.com/collections/brakes/products/grand-cru-long-arm-cantilever-brakes On Wednesday, May 9, 2018 at 10:22:33 AM UTC-5, Joe Bernard wrote: > > Because you ordered a frame which takes v-brakes. If they spec a cable > hanger in the headeset stack, a v-brake user would have to pull it and find > a same-size spacer to replace. -- 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 https://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Canti Sam Hillborne: No Cable Hangers
Just received my SH Canti frame and realized there was no cable hangers included, permanent or otherwise. Had to order some for front and back. They went through the trouble to weld on the brake mounts... why not a rear cable hanger? Or tossing in some add-ons with included headset and seat post? Not a big deal, just kinda curious on that decision. -- 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 https://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Which size Noodle Bar?
Wider is better for me. 46 at least. On Aug 24, 1:28 pm, CycloFiend wrote: > on 8/24/10 9:41 AM, D.Lemon at davidboydle...@gmail.com wrote: > > > I realize there's a blurb on the Riv site addressing sizing guidance > > for the Noodle Bars, but I'd like to get thoughts from the Group. > > Anyone else out there roughly fitting the numbers of 82 PBH, 56cm Riv, > > 5'7", and ride with the Noodle Bar? I'm in the market for one but > > waffling a bit between the 41cm and the 44cm. Thanks for your > > thoughts. > > My bias is that the width of your bar has more to do with your shoulder > width than anything else. I like to have it set up so that my arms are > facing parallel to the top tube when in the drops, which lets me have the > same position with my hands on the upper bend or on the hoods. With fairly > wide shoulders, I am pretty comfortable with the wider bars. > > I _think_ I'm running the 46's - which is what I get CTC at the curve, as > per the RBW site. > > - J > > -- > Jim Edgar > cyclofi...@earthlink.net > > Cyclofiend Bicycle Photo Galleries -http://www.cyclofiend.com > Current Classics - Cross Bikes > Singlespeed - Working Bikes > > Gallery updates now appear here -http://cyclofiend.blogspot.com > > "I had to ride slow because I was taking my guerrilla route, the one I > follow when I assume that everyone in a car is out to get me." > -- Neal Stephenson, "Zodiac" -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: You Say It's Your Birthday?
Got mine in too... and it's this saturday! :D On Aug 18, 8:00 pm, jinxed wrote: > Cool! > > But my birthday is Saturday. ZING! > > Guess I gotta wait another year. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Need 650b Tires
I got the new Some Xpress tires yesterday. I haven't ridden on them but they seem pretty nice. Good looking tires and real easy to get on the rim with no tools. They are definitely wider and more plump than my old nifty swifty tires, to the point that my sks fenders were almost too small. A little adjusting and they are clear but the tires fill up the whole width of the fenders. Will report back once i have a chance to ride them. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: New SOMA 650B tires
Ya, i already ordered me some Xpress. Should have them wednesday. http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch/browse_thread/thread/dcd78911860d79b7# Grant says they fold. On Aug 14, 11:00 am, franklyn wrote: > Great! it's not clear whether they are folding or wire-bead > > On Aug 13, 10:23 pm, Justin August wrote: > > > > > Two varieties > > New B-Line 650Bx38 tires. Perfect for touring or randonneuring! > > The specs: > > - Standard nylon casing and offers a true 38mm width. > > - Raised Pasela tread > > - Made in Japan > > > New Xpress 650Bx38c Skinwall. Puncture resistant Hyper-tex casing > > makes it extra good for touring and randonneuring. > > The specs: > > - Uses HyperTex Casing which offers extra puncture resistance without > > the harsh ride quality of a Kevlar belt. > > - The casing reduces the tire’s ability to expand to a full 38mm. > > - Raised Pasela tread > > - Made in Japan > > >http://somafab.blogspot.com/2010/08/copper-crane-bells-650b-tiresnew-... -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Need 650b Tires
Soma Xpress ordered. Will report back. On Aug 12, 8:12 am, Patrick in VT wrote: > On Aug 11, 10:36 pm, d2mini wrote: > > > Well, it looks like there is a new tire at Riv! > > Soma Xpress 650B X 38. > > > Might have to give that one a go. > > nice. that seems worthy of homepage "product you should know about" > status. a very promising tire - can't wait to try it! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Need 650b Tires
Well, it looks like there is a new tire at Riv! Soma Xpress 650B X 38. Might have to give that one a go. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: moustache mirror mounting... where? what kind of mirror?
Thomas, you are right. No matter where you put it there will be interference with your hand. The trick is to find the sweet spot of least interference. ;) I have found that sometimes i have a couple fingers on either side of the mirror stalk. On Aug 11, 2:06 pm, Thomas Lynn Skean wrote: > Hi... thanks for the photo. > > The photo shows exactly my "problem" (minor, as problems go) the > mirror is mounted exactly where it interferes with my hand position/ > movement. I like being able to slide around the moustache's curve as I > go from "cruising" to "braking" position. > > I can probably get used to it. When I'm wanting to go "fast" (by which > I mean "keep up with the C or D team" :)) I'm willing to deal with > some minor eccentricities in order to use those moustache bars. They > are sweet. > > Maybe I'll try pointing the mirror stalk down... that might help > somewhat. > > Oh, and isn't that one of those "Keven's-Bag-Gone-Wrong" mini-bar bags > in the photo? I'd love it if RBW made that same "mistake" again. Those > bags work *really* well as a tool/supply-carrying handlebar bag. One > does not have great access, but one can carry pounds of stuff for > occasional use (pump, tools, tubes, patch kit, kevlar spokes, nuts/ > bolts, bandanae, etc... ...even my wallet and phone if I don't want > them on me while riding). I have one I use all the time on my > Albatross set up. I can even use my BarSack and keep the mini-bar in > place. > > Yours, > Thomas Lynn Skean > > On Aug 11, 9:14 am, d2mini wrote: > > > > > I use the german mirror that Riv sells. > > Here it is on my Porteur bars which is the same position as my > > Moustache > > bars.http://www.flickr.com/photos/bluelemonphoto/3956238831/in/set-7215760... > > If you look through my pics you'll see images with the moustache bars > > but this pic had a better view of the mirror. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: moustache mirror mounting... where? what kind of mirror?
I use the german mirror that Riv sells. Here it is on my Porteur bars which is the same position as my Moustache bars. http://www.flickr.com/photos/bluelemonphoto/3956238831/in/set-72157606322427028/ If you look through my pics you'll see images with the moustache bars but this pic had a better view of the mirror. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Need 650b Tires
Thanks, Lee! Not overboard at all. ;) These will be going on my Homer. I currently have just the rear rack installed with an Arkel Tail Rider and I switch back and forth between a side pannier and a messenger bag depending on my mood. Usually I'm only carrying clothes and other odd/ends for the day, no touring, strictly commuting. I'm looking for durability, comfort and speed, probably in that order. But speed is still important, just the least of the three. In other words, I don't want something that is *noticeably* sluggish compared to the NS. But if it's really slight and I'm gaining something somewhere else, than that's ok. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Need 650b Tires
Alright, so one vote for CDLV, one for Fatty Rumpkin and one for Nifty Swifty. LOL! :D -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Need 650b Tires
3000 miles on my nifty swiftys, tread is wearing off and plenty of little holes/scars. Any suggestions for the best commuting tire on rough and dirty city streets, 25 miles round trip? Or stick with the nifty swifty? Thanks! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: who needs carbon? (healdsburg century ride)
With all due respect, the new MINI may not be like the old Mini, but it is a far cry from a "travesty". ;) It still corners like mad, probably only bested on the autocross circuit by the Miata, but the MINI is a much more refined automobile. It really is some impressive German engineering. I'm used to driving german cars which are known for their handling characteristics compared to japanese and american cars, but the first time I drove the MINI I nearly shat my pants from excitement the first time i took a casual 90 corner through an intersection. lol On Jul 18, 7:56 pm, PATRICK MOORE wrote: > I am impressed; I wish I could average 18+ mph for 62 miles. > > Regarding the Mini Cooper: you mean the original, not the modern travesty, I > hope. I remember hitching a ride in one of the originals, circa age 15, > 1970, outskirts of Nairobi, Kenya, and the young Brit hitting 80 on the 1/2 > miles straights of the narrow, shoulderless, winding Limuru road just north > of Muthaiga. But straight line stability, intuitive cornering is for me a > hallmark of Riv bike design. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: How do you Southerners do this?
Right now it's 94 degrees (feels like 100), humidity at 45% and climbing. Will be 80 degrees and 80% humidity overnight. Houston we definitely have a problem. lol On Jul 16, 3:15 pm, Steve Palincsar wrote: > On Fri, 2010-07-16 at 13:22 -0600, PATRICK MOORE wrote: > > It's when the humidity soars to over 20% that things get unbearable. > > ^ > That really is funny. Only a desert dweller would have come up with > that. Do we EVER have humidity as low as 20% here in the DC area? > Right now, it's 97 degrees with 38% humidity. By 3 am, it's supposed to > get down to a mere 81 degrees with 69% humidity. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: How do you Southerners do this?
On Jul 16, 2:23 pm, PATRICK MOORE wrote: > > That sounds ickey. > LOL, ya. When i get to work it looks like i just step out of a torrential downpour. Soaked from head toe. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: How do you Southerners do this?
I'm in Houston and sweat like crazy pretty much from april to november. Mainly, i just got used to the heat and now embrace the sweat. I can't take the cold anymore and I'm from NY. But hydration is key. Definitely some kind of electrolytes for anything over 12-15 miles for me. And listen to your body. If you're slower, you're slower. That's not such a bad thing. On Jul 16, 8:48 am, MichaelH wrote: > It's been in the high 80's to mid 90s here in nothern VT for the past > two weeks, with dew ponts around 70. I find I'm getting slower and > slower. I keep topped up on fluids and electrolites, but I am finding > myself feeling pretty fried. This mornings commute took about 20 > -25% longer, just because ... well just because I went so much > slower. I'm pretty good riding in temps between 15 - 85, but this is > draining me. > > How do those of you from souther Cal, or NM do this? You must have to > ride in this kind of weather for a big chunk of the year. > > Michael > Westford, Vt -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Please help me wrap my head around this
I've had my bars at various heights from below the saddle to well above it. I can't have a lot of reach but a little lean is ok. I've had neck/shoulder issues to deal with over the past several years. So every little bit of tweeking fit/comfort helps and this is one of them. :) It's not a huge deal, just something i notice recently... that my hands were much comfier on the mtn bike. On Jul 16, 10:31 am, LF wrote: > On Jul 15, 5:47 pm, d2mini wrote: > > > I currently have noodle bars on my homer commuter, 42cm width. My > > commute is about 12.5 miles each way and sometimes they can get a bit > > uncomfortable. I spend all my time on the tops. > > Hi, > I agree with those who suspect that your uncomfortability is a fit > issue. Some pics might help. > Are your handlebars at saddle height? What kind of tires on both > bikes? > > Best, > Lary -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Please help me wrap my head around this
Eric, That Torsion bar looks like it will work. A nice sweep, but not too much, and wide. Not much rise but my stem has tons of rise adjustment if needed. Thanks! On Jul 16, 7:29 am, EricP wrote: > I'd suggest the Surly/Nitto Torsion bar. You'll need new brake > levers. Standard Tektro or whathaveyou will work. > > Actually have that setup on my Surly LHT. Not great for riding into a > headwind. Otherwise, like you, I don't think about it. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Please help me wrap my head around this
Thanks for the suggestions guys. But as weird as it sounds, i have tried a lot of bars and when I'm on the mtn bike, i just don't think about my bars. Just like when I'm on my Homer and I don't think about my Brooks seat. I've done the albatross and dislike them. Done moustache and dislike those as well. Have portuer bars now as well as the noodles and out of everything the porteurs are the best. But not as comfy long term as the mtn bike bars. They look like these. (not my pic) http://www.bargainbikesforsale.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2010/04/Mountain_bike_handlebar.jpg So i shouldn't have a problem finding bars, i'm more concerned with all the other parts and issues I may run in to. So if I get thumbies, then i can keep my derailleurs, correct? Thanks! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Please help me wrap my head around this
Thanks, but albatross sweep back way too much, putting my hands/wrists in a totally different position. I want my hands out in front and almost straight, and wider than my shoulders. On Jul 15, 5:14 pm, Johnny Alien wrote: > By what you said I would immediately suggest Albatross bars. You > could keep the stem and bar ends and would only need to replace the > brake levers. While they aren't straight I think this would be to > your advantage over a long drive because you will get that upright > position you want but also more positions that a straight mountain > bar. Bullmoose are nice too but would be pricey because you would > have to not only buy a bar stem combo but also levers and thumbies. > That aside even if it was as cheap I would STILL suggest the Albatross > for what you are describing. > > On Jul 15, 6:06 pm, William wrote: > > > > > My opinion might not be worth much since I always go for drop bars > > first, but here goes. > > > If you use drop bars and find you are always on the tops, most likely > > your fit setup is wrong. You should be able to comfortably ride on > > the hoods, easily get to the drops for speed and power, and sometimes > > visit the tops on a seated climb or to enjoy the view. The counter- > > intuitive part is when somebody says "I'm reaching too far, I'll slide > > my seat forward to fix that". That always makes it worse. Try > > sliding it back, and/or tilting it up. Sheldon Brown has an article > > describing that better than I would ever hope to. If you've done that > > and your mind is made up, give new bars a try. > > > I historically have hated straight bars, flat bars, mountain bars, and > > yet the Rivendell bullmoose bars are fantastic. I emphatically > > encourage you to try them. The Paul thumbies are great, also. You > > might need to change out cables and housing, but perhaps not. You'll > > need new brakelevers and definitely cables and housing for your > > brakes. Leave the bars wide and you may find that you use 4 or 5 > > different hand positions. > > > Best of luck. > > > On Jul 15, 2:47 pm, d2mini wrote: > > > > Hi, sometimes excessive google searching gives me a headache. :P > > > > I currently have noodle bars on my homer commuter, 42cm width. My > > > commute is about 12.5 miles each way and sometimes they can get a bit > > > uncomfortable. I spend all my time on the tops. > > > > I also have a specialized mountain bike that I hit the trails with > > > during lunch. The trails are pretty insane, all tree roots and stuff. > > > We'll do a good mix of the trails and road, usually about 12 miles > > > total. > > > > Between the two bikes, the flat bars of the mtn bike are drastically > > > more comfortable for me. I think it's two things... the hand/wrist > > > position and the wide hand position, wider than my shoulders. They > > > have a rise and a backward sweep, typical of pretty much every > > > production mtn bike these days. So I'm thinking of fitting that style > > > bar to my homer and wondering if you guys have any advice on making > > > the switch as painless as possible, in terms of what parts to use, > > > what needs to be swapped out, etc. I do really like my bar-end > > > shifters so if I could use those with thumbies or something that would > > > be cool. I would also like to fit a pair of retro looking ergo grips, > > > which i assume only come in mtn bike bar diameters? > > > > All advice appreciated. > > > Thanks! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Please help me wrap my head around this
> I historically have hated straight bars, flat bars, mountain bars, Me too! Which is why I'm shocked that I'm liking them better and finding them much more comfortable. No matter the rise, stem length, etc I'm never 100% on the drop bars. Overall it seems to be due to the hand/wrist position. And the top straight portion is never wide enough. So ya, i'm pretty much set on some sort of almost flat/straight bar. I just looked at the bullmoose bars and unfortunately riv is out of stock. :( But those do look nice. My only worry is no way to adjust the reach. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Please help me wrap my head around this
Hi, sometimes excessive google searching gives me a headache. :P I currently have noodle bars on my homer commuter, 42cm width. My commute is about 12.5 miles each way and sometimes they can get a bit uncomfortable. I spend all my time on the tops. I also have a specialized mountain bike that I hit the trails with during lunch. The trails are pretty insane, all tree roots and stuff. We'll do a good mix of the trails and road, usually about 12 miles total. Between the two bikes, the flat bars of the mtn bike are drastically more comfortable for me. I think it's two things... the hand/wrist position and the wide hand position, wider than my shoulders. They have a rise and a backward sweep, typical of pretty much every production mtn bike these days. So I'm thinking of fitting that style bar to my homer and wondering if you guys have any advice on making the switch as painless as possible, in terms of what parts to use, what needs to be swapped out, etc. I do really like my bar-end shifters so if I could use those with thumbies or something that would be cool. I would also like to fit a pair of retro looking ergo grips, which i assume only come in mtn bike bar diameters? All advice appreciated. Thanks! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Need Some Handlebars?
The Albatross bars are sold but the Moustache bars are still available. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Need Some Handlebars?
I have two sets for sale. 1. Moustache Bars http://www.bluelemonphoto.com/stuff/ebay/moustache.jpg 2. Albatross Bars (54cm Aluminum) http://www.bluelemonphoto.com/stuff/ebay/albatross.jpg Both in very good condition with minor marks. Albatross were only used for a couple weeks. Both from Riv. $40 each plus shipping. I take paypal. For quickest response email me at d2mini at att.net I always forget to check my gmail. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: I think I finally found MY bars
Corwin, the light came with the curved metal mount (normally used for mounting over the front brake) as seen here http://peterwhitecycles.com/images/products/Lights/B&M174q.jpg And the nitto rack has a plate with a hole in so I just used a nut and bolt to attach the light mount to the rack. On Sep 29, 1:24 am, Corwin wrote: > This is slightly off-topic for this thread, but I can't help admiring > your dynamo hub and light. > > I just got a Schmidt Edelux light. I would like to mount it on my > Nitto mini rack. > > Can you tell me which mount you are using and where you got it? > > Thank you, > > Corwin > > On Sep 28, 6:17 am, d2mini wrote: > > > > > Two more photos > > here:http://www.flickr.com/photos/bluelemonphoto/3956239031/in/set-7215760... > > > Still really loving these bars! So comfortable and perfect for > > commuting. :D > > > To answer some questions, yes they are the VO Porteur Bars. > > > I did set up my moustache bars like on that Rawland, but you can see > > that the bar ends are still very low, much below the seat height and > > the brake area of the bars was still a little bit too far forward for > > me, even with a short 7mm stem. I had my stem raised as much as I > > could which brought it a little higher than yours but not much. Now > > I'm running the 17 degree 12mm stem and it's perfect. The Porteur bars > > have much less drop than the m-bars, only 2mm, and they don't swoop > > forward much at all at the brake area. In order to get the brake area > > of m-bars equal to where the brake area is right now on my p-bars, the > > m-bars would have to be mounted to a stem that was 0mm long. Yup, > > zero. That's how much forward swoop is on the m-bars. The p-bars area > > also a little narrower than the m-bars and a-bars. Didn't think I'd > > like that but to my surprise I like it quite a bit. > > > On Sep 25, 7:15 pm, Richard wrote: > > > > Really nice looking bike and set-up. > > > > I think the bars are the Velo-Orange Porteur bars? > > > > On Sep 25, 5:24 pm, cpatrickcummings wrote: > > > > > who makes these bars? > > > > > On Sep 25, 10:19 am, d2mini wrote: > > > > > > Thanks guys! > > > > > I hadn't seen this style bar being used much around here so I thought > > > > > you might like to see. > > > > > > What I didn't realize is how big of a difference it would be compared > > > > > to the albatross. I just expected the drop to be less. But with them > > > > > being narrower, about an inch or two shorter in length (bar ends) and > > > > > the brakes in the "m-bar" position, it gives me a great combination of > > > > > aggressive (yet still comfortable) and upright chill riding styles. I > > > > > feel a lot more in control of the bike when riding aggressively in the > > > > > forward position with the brakes there, especially for urban riding. > > > > > And with my hands resting on the curve, the support is spread out over > > > > > a much greater area of my palm.- Hide quoted text - > > > > > - Show quoted text - --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[RBW] Re: I think I finally found MY bars
Two more photos here: http://www.flickr.com/photos/bluelemonphoto/3956239031/in/set-72157606322427028/ Still really loving these bars! So comfortable and perfect for commuting. :D To answer some questions, yes they are the VO Porteur Bars. I did set up my moustache bars like on that Rawland, but you can see that the bar ends are still very low, much below the seat height and the brake area of the bars was still a little bit too far forward for me, even with a short 7mm stem. I had my stem raised as much as I could which brought it a little higher than yours but not much. Now I'm running the 17 degree 12mm stem and it's perfect. The Porteur bars have much less drop than the m-bars, only 2mm, and they don't swoop forward much at all at the brake area. In order to get the brake area of m-bars equal to where the brake area is right now on my p-bars, the m-bars would have to be mounted to a stem that was 0mm long. Yup, zero. That's how much forward swoop is on the m-bars. The p-bars area also a little narrower than the m-bars and a-bars. Didn't think I'd like that but to my surprise I like it quite a bit. On Sep 25, 7:15 pm, Richard wrote: > Really nice looking bike and set-up. > > I think the bars are the Velo-Orange Porteur bars? > > On Sep 25, 5:24 pm, cpatrickcummings wrote: > > > > > who makes these bars? > > > On Sep 25, 10:19 am, d2mini wrote: > > > > Thanks guys! > > > I hadn't seen this style bar being used much around here so I thought > > > you might like to see. > > > > What I didn't realize is how big of a difference it would be compared > > > to the albatross. I just expected the drop to be less. But with them > > > being narrower, about an inch or two shorter in length (bar ends) and > > > the brakes in the "m-bar" position, it gives me a great combination of > > > aggressive (yet still comfortable) and upright chill riding styles. I > > > feel a lot more in control of the bike when riding aggressively in the > > > forward position with the brakes there, especially for urban riding. > > > And with my hands resting on the curve, the support is spread out over > > > a much greater area of my palm.- Hide quoted text - > > > - Show quoted text - --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[RBW] Miles on Nifty Swiftys?
What should i expect out of these tires? Right now I've got 2500 miles on them and the rear "tread" pattern is worn off on the main contact patch in the middle. How long do you think the rear will last. The front obviously seems less worn. I usually end up replacing tires around 3k i think. Just don't want to wear them too thin. Thanks! --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[RBW] Re: Best Methods for Shellac Application
I change handlebars/tape so often, I've had a lot of experience using this stuff. :D What I've found is that the first coat needs to be pretty thin, and let it dry for a couple hours. Then i come back and start applying heavier coats, but not so heavy it starts to pool or drip, just give it a nice full coat. I let these coats dry but they are usually dry enough within an hour or two. Should be dry to the touch... but touch very lightly, you don't want finger prints. I'll usually give it about 4-6 coats total depending on how the color looks. Now there are two things which I've found very important. After the last coat, let the bars dry for at LEAST 24 hours. They really need to set and harden. If you ride to early you are going to dull the finish. Then, something else I discovered on my own is that you can apply obenauf's to the fully dried bars. Go ahead and polish them up real nice, they'll be slick of course. Let that sit over night and polish off in the morning. You probably want to wear gloves if you are going to ride. I'll then apply it again that evening and let it sit overnight again, polishing off in the morning. You should be good to go after this and what it seems to do for me is soften the shellac to a point that it makes it playable and more durable, but keeps the glossy finish and it extends the life of the shellac preventing it from flaking, which I always had a problem with in the high use areas of the bar. You can apply more obenauf's to the bars every so often to extend the shellac's life. I've been getting pretty good results with this method. --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[RBW] Re: I think I finally found MY bars
Thanks guys! I hadn't seen this style bar being used much around here so I thought you might like to see. What I didn't realize is how big of a difference it would be compared to the albatross. I just expected the drop to be less. But with them being narrower, about an inch or two shorter in length (bar ends) and the brakes in the "m-bar" position, it gives me a great combination of aggressive (yet still comfortable) and upright chill riding styles. I feel a lot more in control of the bike when riding aggressively in the forward position with the brakes there, especially for urban riding. And with my hands resting on the curve, the support is spread out over a much greater area of my palm. --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[RBW] I think I finally found MY bars
After going from moustache bars to albatross bars last week, i felt the a-bars were a bit too high (or too low if flipped). When high, i missed the front hand/brake position of the m-bars and the handgrip position felt a little too far back even with the longer stem. When flipped, they were too low, even with the bars raised up really high, and the hand position still felt too far back. So i got some Porteur Bars! Only 2cm of drop. I got my forward hand/brake position back, and even with the 12mm stem it's not too forward because the p-bars don't extend forward like the m-bars do. The p-bar has pretty much all the hand positions of the m-bars when the brakes are mounted at the front, which l like better than mounted back by the bar ends. I was even able to re-use the leather tape from my m-bars. :D The p-bars are a little narrower but they feel great. Now I just want to try to find a suitable bar end mirror since I moved the shifters to the downtube. That way I can remove the mirror from the left side of the bars, freeing up that area. Here's a couple quick iphone pics... http://d2creative.smugmug.com/photos/660282149_XNPAE-L.jpg http://d2creative.smugmug.com/photos/660282154_NBK3N-L.jpg --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[RBW] Shifter and Handlebar changes
I had a thread last week about Albatross bars that I installed, coming from Moustache bars. The M-bars felt too low and far away, even with a short high stem. Flipping them would have brought them higher but not closer and put my wrists on a funky angle at the front of the bar. The A-bars were comfy, but I was almost a little too upright and hands too close, even with the stem low and pretty long stem. Much more comfortable than the M-bars for relaxed riding. But I felt like my hands were a little too close and just a little too high. So yesterday I flipped the A-bars. Now I had to jack my stem up as high as possible. The hand height feels good but still a tad close. I do like how i pretty much have an m-bar "aero" position now. But wish the stem didn't have to be jacked quite as high as it is. And should I now wrap the bars instead of grips? So today I ordered some Porteur bars because they seem to have less rise/drop than the A-bars, only 2cm. And I'm going to wrap them with leather tape and use regular road levers in the same position as M- bars, instead of these mountain bike levers. I'm hoping to end up with the hand positions of M-bars but more comfortable. Here's a pic of where I was this morning with the upside down A-bars. http://d2creative.smugmug.com/photos/655534929_e7C9n-O.jpg You can see there is quite a drop from center. And notice how high the stem is yet the grips are still lower than the saddle. Then, after all this moving, flipping, etc... I got to thinking. I really hardly ever almost never shift. I'm always in the big ring. Always. And 80-90% of the time I'm in the same rear ring. I use one or two of the other rings sometimes. So I'm wondering... do I really need the convenient location of bar-end shifters? If I switch to downtube shifters I'll tidy things up. Two cables no longer getting in the way of handlebar bags. Two cables that no longer need to be worried about when messing with handlebars. And no longer having two protruding levers from my handlebars that get bumped. So i made the switch. Definitely not as convenient, but not really a convenience that I need. And the bars look much cleaner! When I get my new bars i'm going to plug them with wine corks. Now to go empty a couple bottles of wine. :D I'll get an updated pic next weekend when the new bars are on. --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[RBW] Re: Red Glorius stolen in Saint Paul
That is the suck! I hope it is recovered quickly. --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[RBW] Re: wool jerseys
I've gone through 3 jerseys from Earth Wind Rider and every single one of them split at the seams in the shoulder area after washing the first or second time. Washed on "hand wash" cycle using Woolite just like with all my other wool jerseys. Also had problems with the dark dye bleeding into whiter areas of the garment. They were replaced under warranty, but I'll never order from them again. Rubbish. On Sep 16, 10:24 pm, "XO-1.org Rough Riders" wrote: > > I don't think anybody here has mentioned Earth Wind and Rider. Their > quality seems high but their customer service lately has dropped to > nil. > > --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[RBW] Re: Saddles
I commute with my shorts here in hot swampy houston sometimes the entire week. :D At the very least two days in a row. But it's only 12 miles each way. No issues here. But I do shower immediately after each ride like you said. On Sep 16, 12:47 pm, Drew Ellison wrote: > Hello, > Don't know if this'll help, but haven't seen anyone else mention this. > Cleanliness is key to maintaining good health in the nether regions. I > have adult onset saddle sores I deal with, every year now. Never a > problem until about 5 years ago. Your description sounds similar. > > Here's what I've done to keep saddle sores in check. > 1) Always wear clean shorts for every ride. This sounds obvious, but > not all cyclists put a clean pair of cycling shorts on. This means you > gotta have a bunch of shorts and keep up on the washing. > 2) Never stand around in your shorts after a ride. Shower immediately > after riding. > 3) If a shower is not available, clean up with a sanitary wipe, like > Germ-X antibacterial wipes. You can easily carry a couple in your > saddle bag. > 4) I also occasionally douse myself with Ammens medicated powder (with > zinc-something or other) after showering. It keeps things nice and dry. > > After much trial and error, this regimen has worked for me. YMMV. > > Drew > > On Sep 15, 2009, at 1:35 PM, avillage wrote: > > > > > > > Howdy. This is a bit embarassing and here goes anyway. I cycle commute > > to work each day on my Bleriot with a Brooks B-17. The saddle was > > reasonably comfortable and I thought it would break in and do the job. > > Previously, I'd ridden an Avocet O2 for years, a wonderful saddle, > > nearly as wide as the B-17, comfy, just right. They are no more, I > > think, after a long search. Anyway, I rode throughout this year > > noticing that the B-17 just wasn't that comfortable for me. Then, > > recently, I get this small "knot" on my butt right just in front of > > the sits bones that is not terribly painful against the saddle. Red in > > color, etc. I just returned from a hiking trip in the West and the > > knot is much smaller. Upon returning, I make a trip to the doc (not > > just for the know, but a 20,000 mile tune-up), she looks at the knot > > and believes it nothing, probably caused by the hard saddle. > > > Ok, so now what to do...the B-17 has not been totally comfortable and > > not that bad, either and it may be causing me a physical problem. > > Maybe not. And, I don't really like saddle shopping because the > > finding the "right" saddle is a function of "how does it compare to > > the Avocet. I'd love to hear some thoughts on this and get some other > > saddle ideas. > > > Thanks all. --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[RBW] Re: Treat B.67 different than B.17?
Actually, correction it says to provide very little to the top. But it still seems like the majority should be going on the bottom. On Sep 16, 7:26 pm, d2mini wrote: > I've only had Brooks B.17 saddles before and on those I've always put > Obenauf's on the top of the saddle. > I just received my B.67 and the instructions say specifically not to > put it on top, but put it underneath instead. > Have I been doing it wrong with the B.17 or is the B.67 different in > some way? --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[RBW] Treat B.67 different than B.17?
I've only had Brooks B.17 saddles before and on those I've always put Obenauf's on the top of the saddle. I just received my B.67 and the instructions say specifically not to put it on top, but put it underneath instead. Have I been doing it wrong with the B.17 or is the B.67 different in some way? --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[RBW] Re: How far with Albatross bars?
Those of you who have this style bar, at what height is the grip area of the bar in relation to the saddle? Mine's not sitting here but I believe the grips are just a hair above the saddle. --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[RBW] Re: How far with Albatross bars?
Ya, part of my problem with the stache bars was my stem wasn't quite high enough. But I also wanted a position where my hands were a little closer as well. On Sep 14, 12:03 pm, Dave Craig wrote: > So much has to do with the bike set-up/fitting with any set of bars. > I've run moustache bars that I couldn't get comfortable on because I > couldn't get them high enough and close enough on a particular bike. --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[RBW] How far with Albatross bars?
My moustache bars were not all that comfortable for me so I thought I'd try me some Albatross bars on the AHH to get my hands higher and closer to me. I expected to be considerably slower sitting that upright. I did feel a bit awkward at first, riding a bike in that position, but to my surprise I was no slower. On this morning's commute I was puttin along at an easy 17mph which would be my normal speed pre-albatross. So yay! So this weekend which was my first ride with them I did 25 miles. Not a long ride, but plenty long enough to know if a certain type of handlebar is going to work or not. I found them very comfortable the entire ride. Most of the time my hands were in the customary position on the grips, but once in a while I'd grab the forward bend for a bit more aero (if you can call it that) position and that wasn't bad either. Now I had always heard that Albatross bars weren't a great choice for anything over 20 miles, but i felt like I could have gone quite a bit further and been perfectly comfortable. So those of you with these kinds of bars (north road, albatross, etc) how far have you found that you've been able to travel with them before you were wishing you had something else? --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[RBW] Re: Other Riv-ish companies of interest to us all
This is why I mentioned VO. They have certain things that Riv doesn't that fills a need I might have. Basically I go to Riv first and if I can't find what I'm looking for I check VO next. I was getting tired of the hassles of quill stems (although I do appreciate their advantages) so I got the threadless stem adaptor and a stem from VO. No biggie, but it's nice to have these niche items available, and it's nice to see another company willing to have such items made. On Sep 13, 7:17 pm, Esteban wrote: > I'm not a huge V/O fan myself. Some of their nifty items fill a nice > niche/need (and I've bought such things), --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[RBW] Re: Other Riv-ish companies of interest to us all
www.velo-orange.com On Sep 13, 1:56 pm, "William F. House" wrote: > Wondering if there are other companies (not necessarily bicycle > companies) that fellow Rivendellians appreciate. Perhaps companies > with similar ideals or sensibilities? > > One of the main ones that comes to mind for me is Saddleback Leather. > I have a few of their bags and they're absolutely bulletproof, rugged > and will easily outlast me. As the company's motto says, "They'll > Fight Over It When You're Dead". They're quite expensive, but I'm to > the point in life where I would rather "buy once, cry now" and know > that it's going to last forever than spend less on something that is > more likely to fail. > > If you want to checkout Saddleback, their site is here: > > http://store.saddlebackleather.com/ > > And I have a Flickr group for their bags as well: > > http://www.flickr.com/groups/1080...@n25/pool/ > > And please note I'm not involved with Saddleback in anyway. I just > like that they, like Rivendell, seem to eschew the popular (shiny > messenger bags, plastic, modern esthetics) for classic ruggedness that > will seemingly be the last item of its type you'll need to buy. > > So, what other companies fall in this category for you guys? --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[RBW] Re: Fenders for Atlantis
Holy Moly! What's the story behind that monster stem? On Sep 11, 2:18 pm, ANDREW LETTON wrote: > I really like the 60mm x 700c Berthouds on my 60mm > Bombadil.http://www.flickr.com/photos/letton/sets/72157621668822061/ > cheers, > Andrew > > --- On Fri, 9/11/09, Greenwayrider wrote: > > From: Greenwayrider > Subject: [RBW] Fenders for Atlantis > To: "RBW Owners Bunch" > Date: Friday, September 11, 2009, 9:34 AM > > I recently purchased a 58cm Atlantis frame that I will be slowly > building up over the next few months. I know Riv says the Atlantis > will take 52mm tires with fenders, but I am not sure which fender > would work best with really big tires. Any suggestions would be > appreciated. --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[RBW] Re: Fenders for Atlantis
I've had honjos, berthoud's, sks and freddy fenders in the past and IMHO, the best most nonsense and hassle free fenders are the sks that riv sells. Some others may look snazzier or cost less but overall i think sks are the winners when it comes to every day use. No noise, they seem to last forever, they don't bend or dent, they are priced fairly low, they are very light, they take a lot of abuse, they're easy to get, and they look pretty good considering all that. On Sep 11, 2:18 pm, ANDREW LETTON wrote: > I really like the 60mm x 700c Berthouds on my 60mm > Bombadil.http://www.flickr.com/photos/letton/sets/72157621668822061/ > cheers, > Andrew > > --- On Fri, 9/11/09, Greenwayrider wrote: > > From: Greenwayrider > Subject: [RBW] Fenders for Atlantis > To: "RBW Owners Bunch" > Date: Friday, September 11, 2009, 9:34 AM > > I recently purchased a 58cm Atlantis frame that I will be slowly > building up over the next few months. I know Riv says the Atlantis > will take 52mm tires with fenders, but I am not sure which fender > would work best with really big tires. Any suggestions would be > appreciated. --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[RBW] Re: Rivendell product wishlist
The world is definitely in need of more reasonable priced lightweight wool jerseys in both short and long sleeve. Pockets in the back because they are useful and not so darn tight fitting. And brighter colors. Most of the wool jerseys available are retro styled, heavy weight and tight fitting. the smartwool website has some decent ones, i just wish they had brighter colors. On Sep 11, 1:28 am, Steve Vesel wrote: > I'd like a long sleeve, lightweight (200gsm or lighter) wool jersey in a > light grey (doesn't show the dirt like white does) that I can wear through > the summer. > --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[RBW] Re: Tried and LOVED - Silver Bar End Shifters
Ya, i could see how that would be a problem. Could happen with indexed too, if not adjusted properly but far less likely. I think if I was deaf I'd go single speed. Lots less pressure. :D On Sep 5, 6:34 pm, Seth Vidal wrote: > On Sat, Sep 5, 2009 at 7:28 PM, beth h wrote: > > > On Sep 5, 3:44 pm, Garth wrote: > >> And it's too bad no one bought the tooling for the original Suntour > >> Power Ratchet Thumbshifters ... > > > Hear, hear! I have them on my Xtracycle and the stem-mount roadie > > version on my touring bike. Smooth as silk. > > What we need is an aggressive campaign to bring back friction shifting > > for the masses. > > I've got no problem with friction shifting but yesterday I realized > why it would never work for my partner. Since I've been off the bike > for a while now she decided she wanted to try riding my atlantis and I > decided I wanted to see if she liked it. So she took it out for a > little spin and shifted. Now, my partner is completely deaf and while > I'm standing there watching her get comfortable I'm hearing 'clank > clank clank clank' as the derailler is not quite lined up. Made me say > 'hmmm'. Here's a situation where friction just isn't going to work so > well. > > There's a lot of friction shifting which requires some amount of > hearing. And as much as someone tells me "its about feeling it" I > think they are full of crap that it isn't about hearing it, too. > > -sv --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[RBW] Re: Tried and LOVED - Silver Bar End Shifters
Silvers blow DA out of the water. Welcome to the club. Friction FTW! --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[RBW] Re: Acorn boxy rando bag 1k+ mile report
I use mine on and off (don't always need that much space) and it goes on and off easily, no problems with the velcro. I too opt not to use the handlebar straps since it holds just fine without. The only thing that bothers me is an aesthetic issue... the top flap sags. I put a piece of black cardboard in the map holder and that helps stiffen it. Another great bag from Acorn. --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[RBW] Re: Betty Foy Build-up Now Complete
Love it! --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[RBW] Re: Considering an AHH - Advice sought
My AHH is my favorite bike. I love it for commuting and riding by myself and if I could only have one bike, that would be it. But i just picked up a lugged steel Tommasini Sintesi for weekend club ride type riding. Got it direct from the factory, painted in the color scheme I chose. Great customer service from Tina, their USA rep. It's still not carbon light, but closer. And still has the great ride of steel, especially with their "Air" fork. Here's a pic of it all set up with 28mm conti gatorskins. http://d2creative.smugmug.com/photos/593173887_5jsPP-O.jpg --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[RBW] Re: Bar-Ends + Inverse Levers?
I already have a set of the Portuguese cork grips from Riv and a set of the Tektro interrupter levers. Are those levers ok or should i use something else? Anything work better? And what's the cleanest way to cut the ends of the grips to fit the barends? On Aug 31, 11:59 pm, cm wrote: > I am a fan of mountain brake levers, cork grips, and bar tape. Is > there anything nicer? > > Cheers! > cm > On Aug 31, 5:47 pm, d2mini wrote: > > > > > How would you set up Albatross bars with bar ends? > > What brake levers? --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[RBW] Bar-Ends + Inverse Levers?
How would you set up Albatross bars with bar ends? What brake levers? --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[RBW] Re: new Riv road bike, and my unwanted input for another
I like this idea, too! I'm building up a weekend roadie bike now and had a HECK of a time finding a road frame that would take 28mm tires! It was pretty much impossible. I finally settled on a Tommasini Sintesi, ordered direct from their factory in Italy. They recommend 25's, but i found that I could just barely squeeze 28's in there. No fenders of course. I'm almost done building it up but here's their website www.ridetommasini.com At least it has lugs!!! :D Here's a pic of my frame from the day it arrived... http://d2creative.smugmug.com/photos/524352096_STQND-O.jpg I would definitely be interested in a new road frame from Riv. --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[RBW] Re: Got the "special" tweed bag on order
William, maybe a work around for you would be a piece of thin clear tubing like is commonly used on derailleur cable that passes under the bottom bracket shell. At least this would cut down on the friction/rubbing. On Jun 26, 10:24 am, William Henderson wrote: > I will say that, while nice, the bag isn't perfect for canti breaks. > It hangs below the cable hanger for the front break and rubs against > the brake cable, putting a bit of weight on it when the bag has stuff > in it. Not sure that's a big deal (may wear out bag and/or cables?) > but it could certainly be improved. Otherwise, this little bag is > wonderful and I'm not complaining, given the price =). > > wc. > > On Jun 25, 6:35 pm, James Warren wrote: > > > > > Me too. It's great. I can't believe it was considered a wrongly made > > bag (although I understand what they meant by that). They should make > > this one of the staple handlebar bags. I have the new bag on the > > handlebar of the Ram and the tweed mini-loafer in the rear. It's a good > > set-up for long S24 rides. > > > On Jun 25, 2009, at 5:26 PM, Bruce wrote: > > > > ditto. Very nice quality leather trim. > > > > Hanging on the Saluki even as we speak > > > > From: d2mini > > > To: RBW Owners Bunch > > > Sent: Thursday, June 25, 2009 5:49:53 PM > > > Subject: [RBW] Re: Got the "special" tweed bag on order > > > > Mine was delivered today. Very nice! :) --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[RBW] Re: Got the "special" tweed bag on order
Mine was delivered today. Very nice! :) --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[RBW] Re: another plug for MUSA
I have two pair of everyday riding shorts. One baggy mtn bike short with chamois, and one baggy short made for recumbent riders (i don't ride a recumbent) with no chamois. Both look like regular shorts, plenty of pockets, comfortable and the one with no chamois is even more comfortable off the bike. Top this with one of my lightweight, loose fit merino wool jerseys and I have all the comfort without any of the funny looks. Except for that darn helmet. :P Personally, I'd take either of these options before standing around in sweaty cotton underwear. I just can't do it. No sir, don't like it one bit. --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[RBW] Re: Broken Fender
One time i was stopped at an intersection and when i started to pedal through, something grabbed the rear honjo fender stay enough to pull the fender towards the tire. The tire grabbed the rear fender and folded it up underneath itself, jamming the tire and bringing me to an immediate stop in the middle of the intersection. I had to literally drag the bike back to the shoulder. I had to rip the back half of the fender off to free the wheel so i could ride home. That was it for honjo fenders for me. Cool looking but too thin and flimsy. --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[RBW] Re: A slight change in style
nice, clean build! On Jun 23, 8:11 am, Bruce wrote: > No. The frame is a 52 cm, and takes 26" rims. That is what you see. > > > From: Pete Ruckelshaus > To: RBW Owners Bunch > Sent: Tuesday, June 23, 2009 8:08:33 AM > Subject: [RBW] Re: A slight change in style > > Are those 650b wheels? --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[RBW] Re: New Leather Bar Wrap
Thanks! The tape is nice and thick and soft. It felt real good on this morning's commute. Kinda like a nice leather steering wheel. :) Good grip, too. On Jun 21, 10:21 pm, RoadieRyan wrote: > WOW! what a gorgeous build the details are fantastic. As cool as the > harlequin bar wrap was I gotta say the leather is even better > > RR > > On Jun 21, 1:19 pm, relistan wrote: > > > > > Very cool! Let us know how it works out over time. I've thought > > about it myself... > > > Karl > > > On Jun 21, 7:44 am, d2mini wrote: > > > > Changed my bar wrap yet again! > > > The cloth bar tape I had was getting too dingy so I thought I'd try > > > this stuff from Velo-Orange. > > > It seems really nice! Nice and thick and seems to be high quality > > > stuff. And with a little proofhide it matches the leather on the big > > > loafer really well. > > > > See the last 4 pics in my flickr set > > > here...http://www.flickr.com/photos/bluelemonphoto/3646420045/in/set-7215760... > > > click on "all sizes" to see larger versions of the pics.- Hide quoted > > > text - > > > - Show quoted text - --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[RBW] Re: Got the "special" tweed bag on order
There's at least 4 of them available online. Look again. http://www.rivbike.com/products/list/bags_and_racks?a=1&page=all On Jun 21, 5:21 pm, GeorgeS wrote: > No Tweed bags are on the web catalogue. How does one know whether > they are available? > GeorgeS > > On Jun 20, 5:39 pm, d2mini wrote: > > > I ordered mine on thursday to go with the tweed big loafer i received > > last week. > > > On Jun 20, 2:18 pm, Bruce wrote: > > > > One benefit of this list is that someone, who can't sleep for whatever > > > reason, is keeping an eye peeled on activity inside the stockade in > > > Walnut Creek. The early reports sure give us a chance to grab items which > > > may sometimes be limited in supply. > > > > I read about the not-exactly-to-spec tweed Keven's bags in an earlier > > > post and pulled the trigger on one. As long as UPS was coming, I grabbed > > > some pedals too. An older pair I have is just not right for me. Anyway, I > > > was delighted to find some bags still in stock and expect to hang it, 45 > > > deg and all, under the saddle of my green Saluki, when only a small space > > > to stash a wallet and phone, keys and etc is needed, and in conjunction > > > with something else on the front rack when there is more to tote. > > > > Hope to get some pics of it at work soon.- Hide quoted text - > > > - Show quoted text - --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[RBW] Re: OT - Bruce Gordon Has a Blog!
That's good and all, but this is the RIVENDELL OWNERS forum. On Jun 21, 10:36 am, JoelMatthews wrote: > In case anyone here missed it, Bruce Gordon, the dean of useful bike > manufacturing, now has a blog: > > http://wcamo.blogspot.com/ > > And he has a swell touring frame and fork anniversary promotion going > on. I am tempted, but I doubt at the price he would modify it for > down tube shifters instead of bar ends which I personally rather > avoid. > > I have linked the blog in my favorites. I expect BG will have a lot > of interesting things to say about bikes. --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
