[RBW] Re: Why all the miles?

> > Wait a second...8-9 hour time difference in PBP - all things being equal > except for the tires? > That is huge. > By the way, I am not hung up on speed or anything. I am not a racer. But I > do believe that one shouldn't make the ride any harder on themselves than > it already is by addi

[RBW] Re: Why all the miles?

> > @Jan, > Thanks so much for the info! > On a brevet I'd definitely want the fastest tire so as not to add to the > difficulty of the ride. > Would make the ride much more enjoyable to breeze along rather than > to spend the ride fighting against draggy tires. > -- You received this messag

[RBW] Re: Any new Riv roadish bike on the horizon?

I was surprised that a second iteration of the Bleriot didn't happen, at least as a frameset. Now that the next batch of Hillborne sizes will likely go heavy on 700C, I'd be surprised if we don't see a similarly appointed frame at that pricepoint with 650B across the range. The tires are certa

[RBW] WTT: Nitto M-12 for M-18

I have a barely used M-12... mounted, used for a 4 day tour, then removed. I got rid of the bike it used to be on and the bike I need a front rack on now does not have canti's. Therefore, I need the M-18. If you happen to have one lying around for sale or have one you want to trade, please let m

Re: [RBW] Re: Any new Riv roadish bike on the horizon?

Hi Jim! With beautifully lugged 2-3k$ frame with superfat tires riding in the snow on Minneapolis/St. Paul streets and getting it infested with rust. No thanks, man! In my opinion those fat tires are overrated, slow and compromises the frame's integrity and geometry making it uncomfortable. The

Re: [RBW] Re: FS 56cm Homer Hilsen Frame/Fork

I saw that - comes with too many additional parts for me to consider it. If it was frame/fork/headset only, this would be perfect- AND I am travelling to Toronto for Christmas, that bike was in the right place, at the right time, just the wrong extras/cost. Of course, I am also guessing that a 52 h

[RBW] FS: Nitto Top Rack

Tried once to see if anyone wants to buy a Nitto Top Rack (i believe its a R-14)lightly usedI just have two of them (wife found one for me as a gift)...asking $75.00...Hope thats a fair price..Thanks...Peter -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW

Re: [RBW] Re: Another perspective, by George!

Absolutely correct! Furthermore, all these folks that hang on Grant's words to either agree or disagree. I don't get it. It's not like we hang out or anything, but over the years, all the way back to the BOB days, I've had some really nice chats with Grant. I find him to be a pretty nice guy.

Re: [RBW] Re: Flat pedal revolution manifesto

Agreed! Indeed a good source of information. After 10's thousands of miles on clipless, my feet and inner spirit feel liberated on platform pedals! I can attest to that. Thanks Jim! On Fri, Dec 14, 2012 at 7:39 PM, BrianMcG wrote: > Awesome article. Thanks Jim. > > > On Thursday, December

[RBW] Re: Saddlesack Large vs. Nitto Big Back Rack

I have the same rack- bag combination and IMO the two do not work the best together. I simply live with the Saddlesack resting up against the tombstone. This cuts into the volume the bag, but it works. I have thought of switching to a rack that does not have this type of tombstone, like the Tub

[RBW] Re: FS: Nitto Dirt Drops, VO Porteur Rack and Bars, VO GC Seatpost, NOS TA Cyclotouriste cranks, Grand Bois 650B Tires

Hi David- I see this is an old post, but are the Nitto dirt drop bars still available? -Brian On Thursday, February 9, 2012 1:22:31 PM UTC-8, David Mayne wrote: > > 1 NOS Nitto Dirt Drop Bar in wrapping, 48cm width bar end to bar end - > $55 + shipping. > > http://dmayne.home.mindspring.com/tp

[RBW] WTT: Large Nigel Smythe Saddle bag for Berthoud Front Bag

Nigel Smythe is sold but still interested in buying a Berthoud or Loyal Design front bag in tan or grey. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bu

[RBW] FS: Acorn Boxy Rando Bag

A black Boxy Rando Bag for sale. It is 20 months used, through two summers. Thus it has some fading but is like new in every other way. The leather, canvas, and straps are supple. During non-riding time it hung with the bike on a garage hook so some of the fade may be garage dust. $180 shipped

[RBW] Re: WTT: Large Nigel Smythe Saddle bag for Berthoud Front Bag

Saddlebag is sold. Let me know if you'd like to sell a large Berthoud Front Bag or Loyal Design bag in grey or tan. Thanks! On Thursday, December 13, 2012 5:15:53 PM UTC-6, Sean Cleary wrote: > > I have a used, in excellent condition, Nigel Smythe large saddle bag that > I'll swap for a large, g

Re: [RBW] WTB black Brooks Swift

Hi Toshi, Do you still have the Swift you plan to sell? Thanks, Alex On Fri, Dec 14, 2012 at 1:58 PM, Toshi Takeuchi wrote: > I have a sparsely used (~100 miles) black Titanium Brooks Swift that I > can let go for ~1/2 the new price shipped ($160), but it may be out of > your price range... > >

[RBW] Re: Little Ben

> > Little ben in a 650b would be nice. > I also hope the new, lighter Marathon Deluxe comes out in a 650b. > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owne

[RBW] Re: Little Ben

Why can't Schwalbe make a puncture protected 650b tire that weighs less than 500g?!?!?!? I tried 3 Nifty Swiftys at ~400g. But the sides split on all three within the 1st 500 miles, so I hesitate to buy anything Panaracer. Though I think skinwalls are friendlier looking than blackwalls. A 32

[RBW] Re: Flat pedals and special shoes?

> > I wear some blue canvas sneakers that are about 10 years old. I think they > are Pumas or Nikes. > I use MKS Touring Pedals with MKS Steel Deep Toe Clips - no straps. I just > like the clips because they keep my foot in place so I don't slip off the > pedal in case of big bumps. > Holds my

[RBW] Re: Neck warming, fin.

Wool zip-T? Single layer, double-layer, open, partly zipped, all-zipped. It *does* work, and it comes with sleeves! On Saturday, December 8, 2012 1:55:29 PM UTC-8, Patrick Moore wrote: > > Just now: 54*F, cross wind gusting to 17, Wabi Woolens ls jersey as > single layer, 1/4 (cut lengthways, th

[RBW] Re: Podcast of interest: The Gospel According to St Grant

What an awesome conversation. David Charlotte, NC On Tuesday, December 11, 2012 10:14:26 AM UTC-5, Christian wrote: > > The Bike Show, a British podcast I subscribe to, which is often excellent, > has a new show. I've not listened but it will surely be of interest to > some here. > > http://

Re: [RBW] Re: Little Ben

Riv is also good at mentioning what rim width was used for the measurement. That makes a difference. On my Mavic A-719 rims, Schwalbe's 40 mm Marathon Supreme measures 40 mm, while the 50 mm measures 46 mm. I currently have a 45 mm Marathon Plus that measures 44 mm. All at 60 psi. dougP

[RBW] Re: Flat pedals and special shoes?

My special, super secret sauce, platform pedal shoes are... uhhh.. hmmm.. (thinking) wait I have it.. oh.. ya.. the shoes on my feet. If they fit my feet and are super comfortable then they are bike shoes too. I consider myself lucky to enjoy and not miss the connection of clippless or even

[RBW] Re: Little Ben

The close up of the tread looks like Hunqa grey. The profile bike is one of the prototype Rosco Bubbe, Bosco Rubbe. On Saturday, December 15, 2012 9:50:23 AM UTC-8, Garth wrote: > > > What's the frame on the Riv site with the Big Ben's on ? > -- You received this message because you are subs

[RBW] Re: Little Ben

What's the frame on the Riv site with the Big Ben's on ? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/PSUMWFAaJVYJ. To post to this group, send

[RBW] Re: Flat pedals and special shoes?

My "special" shoes are Birkentoscks lol. Arizona's in summer, Boston's in winter :) -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/BxdmwKMl

[RBW] Flat pedals and special shoes?

So, what's with buying special shoes to use with flat pedals? I thought the whole point of no retention was that you can use any street shoe with a sufficiently soft bottom -- ie, that you don't need special shoes. What am I missing? Have tried flat/no-retention and didn't like it, but then I was

Re: [RBW] Re: Neck warming, fin.

DAY-umm! My pony tail *does* keep the back of my neck warm. Patrick Moore, snarling bitterly into his stained, white beard in ABQ, NM On Sat, Dec 15, 2012 at 7:48 AM, Steve wrote: > www.beardski.com -- - Patrick Moore, Albuquerque, NM, USA For professional resumes,

Re: [RBW] Re: Little Ben

The actual width can vary considerably with the width of the rim. The 550X1.35s (34+) on narrow Sun M14 rims measure 32; 622X35s on 27 mm Sun Rhyno Lites measure 35; 60mm BA Liteskins on SnoCat SLs measure 61. 622X55 Weirwolfs on ditto measure the same 61. On Fri, Dec 14, 2012 at 11:23 PM, cyclot

[RBW] Re: Little Ben

Should note the ones I've ridden are the Big Ben in 26" and 20" size, not the 700c "Little Ben" On Saturday, December 15, 2012 8:46:17 AM UTC-8, Jeremy Till wrote: > > The come stock on a new bike (Xtracycle Edgerunner) we have at the shop > where I work and they are awesome--big and puffy but

[RBW] Re: Little Ben

The come stock on a new bike (Xtracycle Edgerunner) we have at the shop where I work and they are awesome--big and puffy but no extraneous tread so they roll well too. Before I saw them one of our suppliers had described them to me as "beefier Big Apples" and that seems to be spot on--a similar

[RBW] Re: Nitto factory hat!! How cool is that?

WWII? I just see Pittsburgh Pirates, like Grant. The extra appeal is I'm like Rich with a massive noggin. Non-stretchy hats big enough for my dome are rare. On Friday, December 14, 2012 11:09:24 PM UTC-8, Michael wrote: > > I can see the attraction, but it looks too German soldier/Japanese

[RBW] Re: Little Ben

Riv site has a photo up of the Big Ben in 55mm size, shows it measures 52.5mm. I'll be the the 50 measures around 47-48. The 50 mm Durene measures about that. http://www.rivbike.com/product-p/tben.htm ~mike in Carlsbad Ca. On Friday, December 14, 2012 4:44:17 PM UTC-8, Mike wrote: > > I gott

[RBW] FS: 58cm Saluki and 55cm Bleriot both complete

Hi, Price and pictures for the Saluki please? Thanks, Chris cscottburg...@gmail.com -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/aN8NJn6Tpw8J.

Re: [RBW] Re: Little Ben

Yes, they're real good at posting actual width. Shame the manufacturer couldn't do the same! A true 40mm tire would be pretty nice! On Sat, Dec 15, 2012 at 6:09 AM, Mike wrote: > On Friday, December 14, 2012 10:23:47 PM UTC-8, cyclot...@gmail.com wrote: >> >> I wonder what the actual measuremen

[RBW] Re: Neck warming, fin.

What you need is one of these: www.beardski.com On Saturday, December 8, 2012 4:55:29 PM UTC-5, Patrick Moore wrote: > > Just now: 54*F, cross wind gusting to 17, Wabi Woolens ls jersey as > single layer, 1/4 (cut lengthways, then each section sectioned again) > Pendleton Clan Boyd scarf wrappe

[RBW] Re: Saddlesack Large vs. Nitto Big Back Rack

Shawn, I have a very lightly used Nitto Saddlebag Grip that I would be willing to sell at a price that would be attractive compared to new. But it's "like new." http://www.rivbike.com/product-p/r13.htm -- Forrest (Iowa City) On Saturday, December 15, 2012 12:01:52 AM UTC-6, soapscum wrote:

Re: [RBW] Re: Little Ben

They look nice, and a set of 700x40 might get on one of the bikes next year. Right now, the SimpleOne has the Duremes and have no interest in changing them out. Anyway, that bike is inside for the winter. No reason to experiment with tires now. Eric Platt St. Paul, MN On Sat, Dec 15, 2012 at 8

Re: [RBW] Re: Little Ben

On Friday, December 14, 2012 10:23:47 PM UTC-8, cyclot...@gmail.com wrote: > > I wonder what the actual measurement will be. Schwalbe is terrible with > their sizing accuracy. True. Hopefully RBW will post the actual measurements of each tire. I'll bet Lil Ben runs somewhere around 37-38mm whic

[RBW] Re: Saddlesack Large vs. Nitto Big Back Rack

Can't help with that specific rack but with a saddle height of 90 cm my loops are a long way from my rack, so I use a Nitto Saddlebag Grip just to make up the distance. Works fine with my large SaddleSack. Before I got that I was using a zip tie loo