Re: [RBW] Re: Was gonna buy a Riv but didnt...
Seth Vidal wrote: On Fri, Jul 22, 2011 at 2:19 PM, cyclotourist cyclotour...@gmail.com wrote: Seth, you could get a custom fork made for a lot less to check out the low trail thing. Could be a fun experiment! From where? By Whom? I'm completely made of ears if someone has a suggestion. Tom Matchak is your guy -- he's built low-trail forks for Rams before...e.g. http://tommatchakcycles.blogspot.com/search/label/forks -Jim G -- 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: Samuel P. Taylor Park S240 route suggestions?
On Feb 8, 9:49 pm, Earl Grey earlg...@gmail.com wrote: Off the top of my head, Sir Francis Drake Blvd itself is quite nice, though a bit rough in places (at least it used to be 10 years ago). Bolinas Ridge Trail offers fantastic views and at least used to be open to bikes (better check with someone who's been there more recently). You can take that almost all the way back to SF(I think), as it turns into Bolinas Ridge Fire Rd. and then Ridgecrest Blvd, or you can descend to Hwy 1, though the descends are pretty technical single track, IIRC. If you take Ridgecrest Blvd back, I'd get off before it dead ends into Hwy 1 if you want to stay away from cars, though you'll be going downhill on HWY 1 and will have no trouble matching the cars' speed. To avoid the bad pavement and non-bike-friendly traffic of Sir Francis Drake, one can also take the heavenly Cross-Marin Trail through SP Taylor park. Pick it up as you're headed north at Inkwells Bridge [http://www.flickr.com/photos/cyclofiend/1245477645/] where you'll begin on a dirt/gravel section; it'll spill you out into the campsite proper after you cross a another footbridge . If you stay on it through the camping areas it continues as a paved multi-use path, then rejoins SFD just before the climb up the Olema ridge. -Jim G -- 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: Choosing between a 650B and 700c frame
Just for clarity -- you've test ridden both the 650B- and 700C-wheeled bikes, right? Which did you prefer? -Jim G On Feb 7, 8:51 pm, Zaelia caddic...@gmail.com wrote: Hello - I'm a new member to the group, and I'm in the process of ordering an A. Homer Hilsen frame from Rivendell. I've been given the option of both the 650B frame (56cm) and the 700c frame (55cm). After conducting as much research as I can online and talking with my bike knowledgeable friends, I'm still finding the decision to be difficult. I'm not sure how much information I should give here, but I'm just wondering if anyone has any thoughts about my dilemma. My AHH will be primarily a commuter bike, but will also serve me on longer weekend rides and perhaps some light touring in the future. What I like about this bike is its ability to tackle a wider range of conditions - road and off-road (nothing gnarly, mind you) - and it is just a beautiful looking bike! In my adult life, I've only ever known my current ride - a Rocky Mountain Fusion mountain bike from the mid-90s. I'm looking forward to riding a bike much more suited to my style of riding. The Fusion makes me work pretty hard and it's h-e-a- v-y! Availability of the 650B wheels is my biggest issue. I have only found two stores locally that can help me out with this (they don't have anything in stock but would have to order), though I've not conducted an exhaustive search. Talking with the folks at the local stores was quite illuminating. The first kept telling me that the tire was a new fad - something for the folks who want to be different. The second had no idea what I was talking about. I'm not all that mechanically inclined, so I depend on my LBS (to my chagrin) - though I hope to change this in the future and become more adept at working on my bike. I'm leaning heavily toward the 650B because of the many things I've read about it on sites like 650B Palace (http:// 650bpalace.blogspot.com/) and La Confrérie des 650 (http://www.cyclos- cyclotes.org/650/index_ang.html). Even the Country Bike Shop (http://www.countrybikeshop.com/) makes me feel the 650B is the choice I should make. But still a lingering doubt remains. I can't imagine I'll regret my decision, but I worry that I might. While I have you - the second part of this question might be what width should I get? And what brands/models do you recommend? I know much of this is subjective, but I'd be happy to read your thoughts. Thanks. Cheers, Zaelia -- 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: Low-Mounted Headlights
My headlamp's mounted at the front edge of my front rack -- works great and no shadows: http://www.flickr.com/photos/jimg/3618276627/ http://www.flickr.com/photos/jimg/3618271487/ -Jim G -- 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] Small Rambouillets and other parts at Pedal Revolution
Just read on their blog... http://pedalrevolutionblog.wordpress.com/2010/01/21/rivendell-madness/ We’ve received some complete Rambouillet bicycles, a few frames, and a pretty large assortment of parts: Nitto stems, seatposts, bottle gages, and racks, Tioga and MKS pedals, Nigel Smith and Sackville bike bags, Campy Front Derailleurs, Saddle covers, and Shimano hubs. Pedal Rev is selling all of these items at discounted prices (with Rivendell’s permission). This is a great opportunity to pick up some really nice parts for your bike at a great price. The Rambouillet bike is a model that Rivendell no longer offers. These are beautiful lugged steel do-all road style bikes with plenty of attention to detail. The sizes that we received are 50 and 52cm. They are spec’d with excellent quality parts from Sugino, Nitto, Brooks, and Shimano. If you or anyone you know fit the 50 or 52cm size range and would be interested in a fantastic bike at a stellar price come and check these out! We don’t have many and they will likely go very fast at the price we are selling them-$1575 complete (this price is close to what the frameset would normally cost). -- 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: light chassis
Someone in my rando club put the guts from a Planet Bike Superflash into a Soubitez Catalux tail lamp housing. Looks pretty good. http://www.flickr.com/photos/27089...@n00/sets/72157622903675340/ -Jim G -- 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: NorCal Riv ride: Sunday October 18th
PICTUURZ! http://www.flickr.com/photos/jimg/sets/72157622495201619/ Thanks to all for the enjoyable day on the bike! ;) -Jim G On Oct 18, 6:56 pm, Gino Zahnd ginoza...@gmail.com wrote: By the way, the bike inventory today was interesting (and I took no pictures). I'm sure I'll leave some out, but other folks can fill in where I miss: 1 Rambouillet 2 Saluki 1 Legolas 1 Quickbeam 1 Dave Moulton 1 Bridgestone R(650)B-1 1 Trek 520 1 Raleigh (I think) 1 blank pea green thing that was nice On Sun, Oct 18, 2009 at 6:49 PM, Gino Zahnd ginoza...@gmail.com wrote: Likewise. Thanks for coming out today everyone. It's good to put some names and faces together! Good folks, food, scenery and weather made for a great day out. Gino On Sun, Oct 18, 2009 at 5:44 PM, Ray Shine r.sh...@sbcglobal.net wrote: To all you guys and gals on the NorCal ride today, thank you for the excellent company (even though I kept forgetting all of your names), and thnks for waiting up and putting up with me all day!. Good ride. My front door back to front door read 80.02 miles. It felt like it, and felt good. See you all at the next ride… Ray Shine ( On the green Quickbeam) --- On Sat, 10/17/09, Esteban proto...@gmail.com wrote: From: Esteban proto...@gmail.com Subject: [RBW] Re: NorCal Riv ride: Sunday October 18th To: RBW Owners Bunch rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Date: Saturday, October 17, 2009, 4:51 PM David - I used my sarcasm font, which doesn't come through on the list. But really - I wanted to do this. I will try to see if we can get a ride together in January when it approaches. Someone take some photos! On Oct 17, 1:27 pm, CycloFiend cyclofi...@earthlink.net wrote: on 10/17/09 1:11 PM, Phil Bickford at phi...@sonic.net wrote: Weather looks to be unsettled for tomorrow. It's on again, off again sunshine in Santa Rosa right now. Could someone fill me in on the start local and time? Are some folks still meeting at Gate 6? If there is ample parking there I might do that and save myself a gallon or so of gas going up Waldo Grade. There is parking on gate 6 1/2 road, where it parrallels the MV Bike Path. Take an immediate left off of Gate 6 road (from Bridgeway) as if going to the bike shop, then continue straight another 40-50 yards at the stop sign, rather than turning into the shopping center parking. Normally, you'll see plenty of other folks parked on the dirt strip facing the freeway/bike path. I would also tend to favor parking as high on the land as possible. There's a +6.3 tide tomorrow which will peak around noon. You should be fine, but I've seen folks leave their cars closer to the ditch and they had to be a little careful when they returned. It isn't going to float away, just something to be mindful of. - J -- Jim Edgar cyclofi...@earthlink.net Cyclofiend Bicycle Photo Galleries -http://www.cyclofiend.com Current Classics - Cross Bikes Singlespeed - Working Bikes Your Photos are needed! -http://www.cyclofiend.com/guidelines I thought the idea was to waste the rest of our lives together.. -- Cyril, Breaking Away --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ 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: NorCal Riv ride: Sunday October 18th
On Oct 18, 6:56 pm, Gino Zahnd ginoza...@gmail.com wrote: By the way, the bike inventory today was interesting (and I took no pictures). 1 Raleigh (I think) 1 blank pea green thing that was nice The Raleigh was actually a Lotus. Tange Champion #2, Shimano 600 Arabesque bits. And I asked Phil who built his bike, but dammit I can't remember again. --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ 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: NorCal Riv ride: Sunday October 18th
On Oct 19, 12:22 pm, Anne Paulson anne.paul...@gmail.com wrote: On Sun, Oct 18, 2009 at 5:44 PM, Ray Shine r.sh...@sbcglobal.net wrote: Speaking of the next ride, might I suggest a different route? I love riding in Marin, but the section across the busy, narrow bridge, through the main streets of approximately a million suburban Marin towns and over busy Sir Francis Drake is not, in my view, the best way to experience it. (I do agree that the bakery in Pt. Reyes Station is a worthy stop.) Next time maybe *over* Mt. Tam instead of around it? Or starting in Pt Reyes Station and going north, with a stop at the wonderful bakery in Tomales? Or perhaps one of the many delightful routes in the Santa Cruz Mountains? Pick a date, announce a route, and They Will Come. At least that's what Gino did. ;) --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ 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: NorCal Riv ride: Sunday October 18th
Is this still happening? Wondering whether I should dust off the R(650)B-1... -Jim G On Oct 12, 4:41 pm, Gino Zahnd ginoza...@gmail.com wrote: As far as I'm aware, it's still on. We in the north aren't chatty. On Mon, Oct 12, 2009 at 3:05 PM, rinjin feltov...@gmail.com wrote: Haven't heard much chatter about the NorCal Riv Ride lately. Looks like the weather should be ok once the rain rolls through. Can't wait to see the Bay Area again and meet some Riv'ers. Brian + Ram Park City, UT On Sep 9, 9:21 pm, Gino Zahnd ginoza...@gmail.com wrote: I'm taking a stab on the date here, but Jim said nearly any Sunday, and this is his idea. :-) Event:NorCal™ Rivendell Ride Date: Sunday, October 18 Start: Golden Gate bridge, south toll plaza lot Time: 9:00am Distance: 75 miles or so Route: (just the part to Pt. Reyes Station and back on these documents) map:http://sfrandonneurs.org/assets/downloads/200kmap.pdf cue sheet:http://sfrandonneurs.org/assets/downloads/200kcuesheet.pdf Description: See the cue sheet and map, which contains an elevation profile. It's an out-and-back, so if you don't want to do the whole thing, it's easy to turn back at any point. Nicely maintained gravel is an option for a small bit of this ride. There is a brewery and coffee roaster in Fairfax, which is about half way to Pt. Reyes Station. There's a great bakery in Pt. Reyes Station that serves sweet and/or savory stuff (including pizza), and vegan stuff; it's a great lunch stop. There are other food options on the street in Pt. Reyes Station if you for some reason are anti-baker. Bring your pals, especially if they ride a carbonium bike. See you there! Side Note: For those interested, October 17 is the Lion of Fairfax cyclocross race in Fairfax. I'm racing it, and I'm going to do my best to convince Jim Edgar, and some of my Team Paul teammates to race as well. More info here:http://www.bigswingincycles.com/ --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ 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] San Francisco Randonneurs 2009 Fall Populaire
For those in the SF Bay Area... The San Francisco Randonneurs would like to invite you to participate in our first ever Fall Populaire, to be held on October 3rd, 2009. This is a free event. More info registration at http://sfrandonneurs.org/fall_2009_115k_populaire.htm Thanks! -Jim G --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ 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: They say Old Stumpjumpers can make good All-rounders...
I had an '85 Stumpy Sport that I built up into an all-rounder: http://www.flickr.com/photos/jimg/146591937/ http://www.flickr.com/photos/jimg/251981201/ The one time I actually rode it off road (fire roads, 2nd photo) it was kinda fun, but it made a pretty poor city bike IMHO. It was quite heavy, and the slack angles made for EXTREMELY twitchy slow-speed handling with lots of wheel flop. I'd intended it as a bike for my wife, but those issues were deal-breakers for her, so this one didn't make the cut. -Jim G --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ 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] Riv Bike-Fit/Sizing Method Questions
I'm trying to figure out the right frame size for a possible next bike-project. I want a Rivendell fit with bars about level with saddle, and somewhere around a fistful of seatpost showing. I'm about 5ft 10in tall; PBH is 86cm in bare feet, 87cm in my SPD bike shoes; preferred crank length is 172.5 or 175mm. Saddle height on current bike is comfortable at ~77cm. I'm reading Riv's fit guidelines at http://www.rivbike.com/article/bike_fit/choosing_a_frame_size and am finding some confusing points. Starting from How to Size any Bike, Including Ours, they use an example PBH of 85cm, and suggest that a corresponding saddle height is 75cm -- or 10cm less than the PBH. So far, I'm OK with that: my saddle height is around 10cm less than my PBH (especially accounting for my shoes). Next Riv suggests that a good bike size is saddle height minus 15cm. In my case, that's 86cm - 15cm = 61cm, or accounting for shoes, 87cm - 15cm = 62cm. Again, I'm in agreement with that: Most non-Riv 62cm frames I've straddled have been a bit snug but not overly so in standover height -- that is to say, the top tube touches but not dangerously so. And I could definitely fit on a 60cm frame, but I'd need a taller quill stem, or some extra spacers in a threadless setup, and of course there'd be more seatpost showing. Now, on to the next section on Riv's page: Sizing Rivendells (the bikes we design) If you look at the frame-size chart they provide, for 86-87cm PBH measurements, they recommend 59-61cm frame sizes! Here's where I'm confused -- most Riv frames have a lower BB than a typical/average frame, up to 1cm lower. Most of Riv's sizing theory says something like you can straddle a bigger one-of-our-bikes than one-of-theirs, so I've always thought that a correct Riv size would be 1cm larger than a typical frame size (and by typical frame I mean 1980's UJB steel frame or similar). Taking the previous frame size result of 61-62cm, that'd put me on a 62-63cm Riv. HOWEVER that chart points to a 59-61cm Riv frame for my body size -- which is SMALLER than the first recommended normal size, and frankly sounds too small! For example, the 61cm AHH has an 8cm BB drop and standover is just under 87cm -- that'd maybe be slightly too big for me (no clearance, since it's the same as my shod PBH). I guess the Riv Size = usual size + 1cm formula doesn't directly apply to the AHH because the larger tires cancel out the added BB drop? The 59cm AHH frame has 85cm of standover, which seems about right (about an inch of PB/TT clearance)...BUT a friend of mine rides this size, and he's always been on shorter/smaller bikes than me...so a 59cm sounds too small somehow. In contrast, the 61cm Atlantis has a standover of 85cm, so that'd fit me with the right clearance. Why that frame would fit but the same-size AHH wouldn't, isn't clear to me -- looking at their geometries, both have the same BB drop, similar size tires, the same seat-tube angle, and both have slightly-sloping top tubes. The Legolas frame is more typical since it has a standard 70mm BB drop. (Ignoring the fact that it's intended as a CX bike, which might indicate more-than-usual SO clearance) I could ride a 62cm size since its standover is 86.2, but clearance might be tight. The next smaller size is 59cm with 84.3cm standover. The Quickbeam frame is also fairly normal with a 73mm BB drop. The 62cm frame size has a standover of nearly 87cm (too big), but the 60cm size's SO is about 85cm. Now let's compare those data points with a fairly typical non-Riv steel frame: A Surly Pacer (level top tube, 72.5-degree seat tube angle, 72mm BB drop). The 62cm frame size has a standover measurement of just under 86cm, and the 60cm size's SO is 84cm (based on 700x25mm tires). Riv's Rambouillet frame has similar values at the same sizes. Overall, it sounds like I could ride a bigger Pacer frame than most Rivendell frames -- which seems utterly counter-intuitive to me, since most Riv frames have lower BBs! If anyone has a PBH of 86-87cm, I'd be very interested to hear what size frame(s) you've chosen (both Riv and non-Riv) and why. Thanks! -Jim G --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ 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: Riv Bike-Fit/Sizing Method Questions
On Apr 16, 5:06 pm, charlie charles_v...@hotmail.com wrote: I am 5'11' and I have a 86.4 cm PBH. I currently ride a Long Haul Trucker which is similar to an Atlantis and I chose a 58cm. I use 175mm arms now and ride with Crank Bros. 50/50 pedals and Tevas mostly, skate shoes or my Redwing boots. I have a shorter reach than most and I use a 90 mm stem length. I could probably ride a 60 or 61 Riv frame depending on the model and the tire size. I use Schwalbe 700x47's on my Trucker so the 58 cm works nicely for me. With tires that large, I can see why a 58cm would work for you. But I bet you have a decent amount of seat post sticking out? I agree that I am over-analyzing this and that it is, to a large degree, a question of (certain) aesthetics...but I am trying to understand the subtleties. There are other factors at play too, such as head tube length, which can impact max handlebar height. For example, I have 4 frames all nearly the same size (ranging from 57-58cm), yet they all have different head tube lengths. Fork-blade length affects this, too. Ultimately, I currently have a 57.5cm RB-1 that I either need to use a long Technomic on to get the bars where I want 'em now, or I need to replace it -- and if the latter, I'm wondering if I should go with a 60cm or 62cm frame. -Jim G --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ 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 vs. Bridgestone sizing
RB-1 geometries, 191-1994. BIG scans for easy reading: http://yojimg.net/bike/equipment/bridgestone_geo.php The RB-1 has about a 70mm BB drop, while most Rivs have 77-80mm of drop. So, to convert sizes between the two, subtract about 1cm from the Riv to get the RB-1. I have a PBH of around 86-87 (depends on shoes) and a 57.5cm 1993 RB-1. I sized it using the Lemond method (83% of inseam length) which is probably akin to The Competitve Fit mentioned previously, and it fits me like a racing bike might -- handlebars are a few inches below saddle, with lots more than a fist-full of seat post exposed. I've had that bike nearly 15 years, and these days seem to like my 'bars somewhat higher. I shoulda bought the 59cm size instead... -Jim G --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ 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 Bike Models Page - some updates
On Jan 18, 1:15 pm, Aaron Thomas aaron.a.tho...@gmail.com wrote: The RB-2 simply scampers up hills like a spry jack rabbit. Or gazelle. Or whatever. It's simply different. More explosive. There's something about the power transfer that seems more direct, more efficient, than the Romulus, which, don't get me wrong, is a very nice riding bike. I feel exactly the same sensation in my RB-1. I don't ride that bike much these days, but that spry jack rabbit feeling you describe is mostly what's keeping me from selling that bike. I have another bike with very similar geometry that's constructed from Reynolds 531 tubing, and it just doesn't feel as quick. I've converted my RB-1 to 650B, and it still feels springy too -- so it's not the wheels or tires. -Jim G --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ 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: Hillborne as a mountain bike?
Not 100% positive, but I think Specialized MTBs of that era were produced by Giant Bicycles. MY is probably a date code of some sort. On Jan 3, 5:53 am, EricP ericpl...@aol.com wrote: Wouldn't be surprised. My recently acquired Rockhopper ca. 1990 has an MY serial number. Which might be Maxway. -Jim G --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ 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: Sam Hillborne geometry is up at RBW site!
On Dec 23, 11:25 am, PATRICK MOORE bertin...@gmail.com wrote: I've used, and adjusted, exactly one threadless stem in all my years of riding, and (1) I was hugely impressed with how easy it is to adjust; not only easy, but simple! But (2) I was also very disconcerted (and I realize that this is a purely personal reaction) when I couldn't easily fine tune the bar height. All you need do to remedy (2) above is to not chop the steerer down all the way, leaving a little space both above and below the stem for spacers. Or, if you're really picky, use an NVO stem system: http://www.nvocomponents.com/ -Jim G --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ 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: Sam Hillborne geometry is up at RBW site!
On Dec 23, 12:15 pm, David Faller dfal...@charter.net wrote: Exactly! Talk about drinking the Kool Aid; the consumers all bought into the differences as improvements, when, in fact, the differences are only differences. Most threadless stems are just ugly. I suppose some are a tad lighter, but this was never the reason for the new design. And what's all this about threadless being somehow stronger? Any of you snapped off a steerer at the stem lately? This one's certainly not ugly... http://flickr.com/photos/t2architect/3128394163/in/set-72157610331529941/ And, FWIW, threadless stems (read: non-quill stems that clamp onto the fork steerer) go back to the classic French constructeur bikes of the 40s/50s -- it's not a new concept. E.G. this 1947 Alex Singer: http://reneherse.com/images/DSC_00463.JPG http://reneherse.com/images/DSC_00166.JPG -Jim G --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ 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: Sam Hillborne geometry is up at RBW site!
On Dec 23, 12:49 pm, palin...@his.com wrote: Quoting jim g yoj...@gmail.com: This one's certainly not ugly... http://flickr.com/photos/t2architect/3128394163/in/set-72157610331529... No, not hardly! What is that luscious thing, anyway? Custom Toei. Not mine, unfortunately. -Jim G --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ 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: Low trail Atlantis fork
On Sep 16, 8:32 pm, David Faller [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I have to believe that shimmy has a strong component of Human Body in it. My good friend and 35 year cyclist, twice trans-America rider, and former wrench has had many bikes over the years and has had shimmy on every one of them. Given the variety of his bikes, geometries, materials, etc. that his particular build is the only common factor and, therefore, evidence of at least one cause outside the realm of design. I'd be willing to bet that every bike ever designed has shimmied under a rider at some point. Does that mean every design is flawed? No, of course not. I, OTOH, have never had a bike shimmy, nor have I witnessed it, in my 35 years of semi-serious cycling. Ultimately, shimmy caused by poor frame design is probably the most intuitive rationale, but rarely the true and total cause. So -- I'm curious: is your friend very tall, and are you on the shorter side? -Jim G --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ 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 [EMAIL PROTECTED] For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[RBW] Re: Low trail Atlantis fork
On Sep 17, 7:06 am, Larry Powers [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I have thought about getting a low trail fork but would the bike still be a Rambouillet? Would I be able to get the same gorgeous Orange color? The bottom line is a Rambouillet with a custome low trail fork is still cheaper then a full custom frame so if this will increase someone's riding pleasure why not? I don't mean to pick nits, but you can get a custom frame for ~ $1000-1200 from at least a couple of builders. Isn't the Rambo frame priced higher than that? And then add in $200-$300 for a custom low- trail fork... -Jim G --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ 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 [EMAIL PROTECTED] For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[RBW] Re: Low trail Atlantis fork
On Sep 17, 8:12 am, [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: When I built up and tested one of the Kogswell prototypes a couple of years ago and had a chance to play around with front-loading, the truth was that I did not find it all that appealing. Neither did any of my smaller-bodied (and mostly female) riding buddies who tried it out. Most women have more strength in their legs than in their upper bodies. To me and my friends riding a fully-loaded front-loader felt like lifting weights, and not in a fun way -- even with an appropriately-trailed fork. Beth, that is interesting, because I've found that the feel of the weight of a 10lb bag on a front rack virtually disappears on my P/R with a 30mm trail fork. It is more noticeable with the 40mm trail fork, but not much more so. The steering feels slow but definitely not heavy or hard. In fact, multiple folks have opined that low- trail bikes should use narrower handlebars since they don't need the extra leverage of super-wide handlebars due to their lighter steering. I've experimented a bit with this on my bike, and I concur. Front-loading, rear-loading; one is not necessarily better than the other. Just different. Well put -- That is definitely true! I am of the fundamental mindset that whatever works for a given individual is best! -Jim G --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ 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 [EMAIL PROTECTED] For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[RBW] Presidential Atlantis
President Jimmy Carter with his Rivendell Atlantis outside the little restaurant in Plains, Georgia he eats breakfast at almost every day. http://www.flickr.com/photos/[EMAIL PROTECTED]/2844653628/ --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ 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 [EMAIL PROTECTED] For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
