[RBW] Re: Carradice Barley mounting options for saddle without loops?

That's dynamite. What's the name of that tubing? Philip www.biketinker.com On Thursday, January 2, 2014 7:36:53 PM UTC-8, Dave Redmon wrote: > > Or try this low-cost, effective remedy. > > Dave in Kansas. > > > > On Thursday, January 2, 2014 11:02:43 AM UTC-6, Jim Bronson wrote: > >> I looked at

[RBW] New Roadeo frameset has arrived!

Okay folks, you asked for photos when it arrived so your wish is my command . I had a couple add-ons brazed on in the form of downtube shifter bosses and a seat stay-mounted chain hanger to keep the chain secure when the rear wheel is removed like 80'

Re: [RBW] Taller 26" Riders

6' tall, 87cm PBH. Most of my miles over the last few years have been on either an '87 MB-2 or '90 High Plains. These aren't my favorite bikes, but they're very versatile and seem to do nearly everything well enough. I've used them for commuting, S24O, grocery-getting, mountain biking, rail trai

[RBW] Re: DIY Lug Lining

I had no idea such a thing existed! I "striped" my fenders by masking the gutters so they stayed silver. I'm a chump. http://flic.kr/p/8ue19U Philip www.biketinker.com On Friday, January 3, 2014 7:23:30 PM UTC-8, Montclair BobbyB wrote: > > > >

Re: [RBW] Re: Albas & Thumbies setup

I'll raise the water bottle up and toast that that sentiment, and all of you, my online friends. Philip www.biketinker.com On Thursday, January 2, 2014 7:42:47 PM UTC-8, Robert Barr wrote: > > "That's the same Tennyson poem you quoted the last time... " it is lines > like this that make this t

[RBW] Re: Taller 26" Riders

I love seeing these All Rounders pop-up on the list. Keith: details please! Who was it built by/painted by, what year etc? Ian A/Canada On Friday, January 3, 2014 7:47:09 PM UTC-7, iamkeith wrote: > > Yes! I'm about 6'-2". Here's a picture of my newish-to-me 60cm, > 26" All Rounder, on

[RBW] Re: Taller 26" Riders

I've been playing around with this old Trek MTB. It's a 57cm with the 55mm Big Apples on it. I never thought I would be comfortable (psychologically) riding a bike this big but on pavement I feel quite secure and comfortable. I still would not want to take it on any kind of rough service whe

[RBW] Re: DIY Lug Lining

Holy crap, Bobby. That is so freaking hot. I NEED to do that. I'm off to buy stainless Berthoud fenders at BoxDog tomorrow. They are gonna get STRIPED. FACT! On Friday, January 3, 2014 7:23:30 PM UTC-8, Montclair BobbyB wrote: > > > >

Re: [RBW] Update: Third Round; Purge O' Bits 'n Parts;

Shimano internal hub still available? On Jan 3, 2014 5:21 PM, "Marc Schwartz" wrote: > > ___ > > HAPPY, HEALTHY 2014 TO YOU AND YOURS!! > > I am selling many different parts of Rivendellish and classic providence. > er, provenance. > Cheep!; need the space, need the dinero

[RBW] Re: SolCal Ride for Saturday January 4, 2014

Tom, The ride will be diminished with out you. We may cross the Bay west to east. Be careful with the decorations. Curtis On Friday, January 3, 2014, Tom Virgil wrote: > Regrettably, tomorrow has been declared the day of putting away the > Christmas decorations. I would love a raincheck. > >

[RBW] Re: SolCal Ride for Saturday January 4, 2014

Regrettably, tomorrow has been declared the day of putting away the Christmas decorations. I would love a raincheck. I believe the ferry runs every hour on the hour from Broadway. So if you depart Liberty Station at 9:00 AM, a 10:00 AM departure is your best bet. I take it you will "cross" b

[RBW] Re: Taller 26" Riders

5"11", roughly 86 PBH, my primary (only) functional bike at the moment being a 59cm '92 Bridgestone XO-1. I can't run tires bigger than just under 1.5" actual, and as currently shod in 1.25", the proportions are admittedly a little unsettling at first glance. I can't tell you how many people

[RBW] wtb: Betty Foy - 52cm

Looking to scoop up a 52cm Betty Foy for my lady friend. Frameset or complete. Let's talk! Thanks! - Eric -- 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 r

RE: [RBW] Re: FW: For Sale; Tom Ritchey fillet brazed LONG Frame, Fork, HS

Keith Had no Idea or Intention of causing so much trouble. I bought it exactly as it was when I sold it to you. Sold for exact same price as I paid. Bought it and Built it up as a beater with spare parts, didn't like riding it, sold it. Sure turned out to be classy cargo bike, though! Congratula

[RBW] Re: DIY Lug Lining

I love the smell of SEMICHROME in the morning. It smells like...victory... You are doing a fantastic job, Bill. On Thursday, January 2, 2014 9:58:17 PM UTC-8, Bill Lindsay wrote: > > OK, so the Blug said that lug lining is totally something you and I can > do. In describing the CHEVIUT: > > "

[RBW] Re: Bleriot First Ride

The Bleriot isn't designed for 42mm tires and fenders so its a pretty tight squeeze. It's been done of course, but clearances are tight. -Dave On Wednesday, December 25, 2013 2:39:43 PM UTC-5, Eric Norris wrote: > > Here are a few quick shots of my new-to-me Bleriot: > > http://www.flickr.com

[RBW] Re: Taller 26" Riders

I'm 5'11" with a PBH in the 85-87cm range and I finally picked up a couple of old 26" MTB's to satisfy the curiosity that has been nagging at me for a couple of years. I also finally got some 55mm 26" Big Apples to aid in my experiments. I haven't made a decision yet but I'm seriously consider

[RBW] Re: FS: 58cm canti Saluki

This is one of those "maybe I should sell all my bikes and buy this one" moments. Whatta deal (and the color is great). Ryan On Friday, January 3, 2014 11:40:16 AM UTC-8, Doug Van Cleve wrote: > > Howdy folks. > > Here are the pics I have of my dad's bike. I posted some details about it > a c

[RBW] Re: DIY Lug Lining

In fact, I just got a new order of the new tape in the mail today, and now as I speak I

Re: [RBW] Re: Taller 26" Riders

Bobby, Keith, Glad to hear from both if you! Keith that all rounder is a great looking machine! I'm really liking the XO-3 so far... And there are allot of older, interesting 26 in frames out there. Tony -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners

Re: [RBW] Re: New bike siting: Cheviut/Cheviot/Chevrolet?

On Friday, January 3, 2014 3:52:02 PM UTC-8, Steve Palincsar wrote: > > On 01/03/2014 05:55 PM, Bill Lindsay wrote: > > Maybe it's the prototype and Riv caught that detail and the production > > ones will have it further back? > > Maybe it's on-purpose for those who will not run fenders and will

Re: [RBW] Re: New bike siting: Cheviut/Cheviot/Chevrolet?

On 01/03/2014 07:01 PM, Bill Lindsay wrote: I'm pretty sure *Steve Paliscar* has the following recurring nightmare: not even my Evil Twin. who is he, anyway? Steve is quietly enjoying a cup of tea and a book of poetry, when he notices a faint but menacing 'zipping' sound. He looks around

[RBW] The Sugoi gloves have been claimed.

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[RBW] Re: New bike siting: Cheviut/Cheviot/Chevrolet?

"And there's that new rear rack again!!!" Aha! So there is more than one in Walnut Creek. Could the first shipment be far behind? Can't wait to pester them about dimensions. dougP On Friday, January 3, 2014 1:13:26 PM UTC-8, Bill Lindsay wrote: > > And there's that new rear rack again!!! >

[RBW] Re: Update: Third Round; Purge O' Bits 'n Parts;

Hi. If the MAFAC Brakes are available, I would like to buy them. Please let me know. Thanks, Brian On Friday, January 3, 2014 5:20:55 PM UTC-5, Mayfly wrote: > > > ___ > > HAPPY, HEALTHY 2014 TO YOU AND YOURS!! > > I am selling many different parts of Rivendellish and

[RBW] Re: WTB Basket/ShopSack

Thanks, guys, I struck a deal for a combo and am awaiting delivery. Unusual for me, the timing seemed just right this time. -- 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, s

[RBW] Re: FW: For Sale; Tom Ritchey fillet brazed LONG Frame, Fork, HS

Don't know if he'll answer, but I can tell you that he doesn't have it. because I bought it. If it makes you feel better, it wasn't quite the deal I'd hoped it would be. (Not airing a grievance here - no real foul or harm done, considering the price.) If you or Marc or anyone else is in

[RBW] Re: 1983 Stumpjumper Price drop-$400 shipped to the lower 48

It's a birthday/Christmas present for my son. I'll let you all know what he thinks. Joyce -- 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

[RBW] Re: New bike siting: Cheviut/Cheviot/Chevrolet?

I was lucky to ride an Appaloosa at Riv HQ and, for me, the handling was so similar to my Roadeo, even though the grips on the bars were so far behind the front wheel. This new mixte looks like it has similar geometry. People will love this bike. Don On Thursday, December 26, 2013 4:53:13 PM UT

[RBW] FS nitto, Bridgestone frame, etc

Hello group, I have a few things for sale. All prices include shipping to con usa (further is fine but will cost more) CB-0 56cm bike $400 (plus actual shipping if any) 1991 tusk color, appropriate beausage for a 23 year old commute bike. I consider this model the great bridgestone secret:

[RBW] Re: New bike siting: Cheviut/Cheviot/Chevrolet?

> > Love the bike except for one part. If I purchased a mixte, it would have > to be a twin top tube. It is more aesthetically pleasing to me. I am not > trying to start the debate of the pros and cons of twin top tube and > strength and such and this and that. > I am sure it will be a gre

Re: [RBW] Re: All this 650b saluki talk

That's a great looking bike, Peter. I know someone will be along to make a trade. Just wish yours had the diaga-tube! Diaga Bomba on Rivbike On Friday, January 3, 2014 12:32:04 PM UTC-8, Peter M wrote: > > I do l

Re: [RBW] Re: New bike siting: Cheviut/Cheviot/Chevrolet?

That was all I could think of as well, but with the sidepulls this is really not a cyclocross or mountain bike. IMHO, of course ;^) Doug On Fri, Jan 3, 2014 at 3:55 PM, Bill Lindsay wrote: > Maybe it's the prototype and Riv caught that detail and the production > ones will have it further bac

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: 58cm canti Saluki

Agreed, it is pretty sweet if a bit non-Riv'ish with the brifters. Somebody buy it already ;^) If you are sure the size is right, you cannot go wrong with it... Doug On Fri, Jan 3, 2014 at 4:53 PM, Evan wrote: > Hard to believe how sweet that bike is. Someone here buy it, please. > > -- > You

Re: [RBW] Re: New bike siting: Cheviut/Cheviot/Chevrolet?

I'm pretty sure Steve Paliscar has the following recurring nightmare: Steve is quietly enjoying a cup of tea and a book of poetry, when he notices a faint but menacing 'zipping' sound. He looks around his room and finds nothing. He tries to go back to his reading, but the zipping continues.

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: 58cm canti Saluki

Hard to believe how sweet that bike is. Someone here buy it, please. -- 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...@googlegroup

Re: [RBW] Re: New bike siting: Cheviut/Cheviot/Chevrolet?

On 01/03/2014 05:55 PM, Bill Lindsay wrote: Maybe it's the prototype and Riv caught that detail and the production ones will have it further back? Maybe it's on-purpose for those who will not run fenders and will run knobbies, for less mud stack-up down there? Misplaced chain stay bridge for g

Re: [RBW] Re: New bike siting: Cheviut/Cheviot/Chevrolet?

Maybe it's the prototype and Riv caught that detail and the production ones will have it further back? Maybe it's on-purpose for those who will not run fenders and will run knobbies, for less mud stack-up down there? Just guesses, but good eye. On Friday, January 3, 2014 2:43:35 PM UTC-8, Dou

[RBW] Re: New bike siting: Cheviut/Cheviot/Chevrolet?

Maybe it's because of all the extra padding on my person, or maybe it's because of my bum knees, but I can't step through the Betty Foy frame. I end up throwing my leg over the seat every single time. Of course, I was probably spoiled by the low loop frame on my Dutch bike, but I've not found m

Re: [RBW] Re: New bike siting: Cheviut/Cheviot/Chevrolet?

I wonder why the chainstay bridge is so far forward? It makes for awkward fender mounting and there is no benefit (that I can think of) to it being further from the axle than the brake bridge... Doug On Fri, Jan 3, 2014 at 2:46 PM, Deacon Patrick wrote: > When I talked with Grant about what b

[RBW] Update: Third Round; Purge O' Bits 'n Parts;

___ HAPPY, HEALTHY 2014 TO YOU AND YOURS!! I am selling many different parts of Rivendellish and classic providence. er, provenance. Cheep!; need the space, need the dinero This is the second batch. More to follow. Please contact me for individual photos and information;

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: 58cm canti Saluki

On 01/03/2014 05:00 PM, Bill Lindsay wrote: That would be fine! But it would be UNSANE to get this and have a 58cm Homer permanently down at my Mom's house in So Cal and a 58 Luki up here. UNSANE, I tell you ! Pretty sane to me, compared to traveling with either of those bikes. -- You rece

[RBW] Re: FS: 58cm canti Saluki

I suspect sanity is overrated, seriously overrated. -- 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

Re: [RBW] Fwd: FS: 58cm canti Saluki

On 01/03/2014 04:45 PM, justinaug...@gmail.com wrote: IT would be insane to get this just set it up as a dedicated rough stuff version of my pumpkin 58cm Saluki. Right? Right? Sounds like a pretty sensible plan to me, actually... -- You received this message because you are subscribed to

[RBW] Re: Albatross V-brake levers

+1 on the Avid Speed Dials... mount em and mostly forget em... They just plain work, they're SO inexpensive and the Speed Dial adjuster is a really nice feature. Paint the housings to match your frame and they look extra cool. BB On Friday, January 3, 2014 9:24:54 AM UTC-5, Jay in Tel Avi

[RBW] Re: FS: 58cm canti Saluki

That would be fine! But it would be UNSANE to get this and have a 58cm Homer permanently down at my Mom's house in So Cal and a 58 Luki up here. UNSANE, I tell you ! On Friday, January 3, 2014 1:45:36 PM UTC-8, justin...@gmail.com wrote: > > IT would be insane to get this just set it up as a d

[RBW] Re: 1983 Stumpjumper Price drop-$400 shipped to the lower 48

Someone got a SWEET ride. On Friday, January 3, 2014 1:35:57 PM UTC-5, Peter M wrote: > > Stumpjumper is sold, thanks to all who inquired. > > > On Tue, Dec 24, 2013 at 9:04 AM, Mattt >wrote: > >> I am checking if the Stumpjumper is still available. >> >> Thanks, >> Matt >> >> >> On Monday, Decem

[RBW] Re: Taller 26" Riders

6'1"/90 PBH - have owned all 3 sizes but mostly 26" wheels, simply because I've had more 80s mountain bike frames than anything else. Something to be said about all wheel sizes... each has its own merits. But if the world settled on one size, I think 650B is just about perfect. BB On Frid

[RBW] Re: New bike siting: Cheviut/Cheviot/Chevrolet?

When I talked with Grant about what bike would work for my wife with a kid on the handlebars and another on the rear rack, with panniers Grant suggested the Atlantis or Hunqapillar over the Betty for stoutness reasons. It seems pretty clear that the Hunqapillar is the way to go for loaded rough

[RBW] Fwd: FS: 58cm canti Saluki

IT would be insane to get this just set it up as a dedicated rough stuff version of my pumpkin 58cm Saluki. Right? Right? -J -- 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 i

[RBW] Re: WTB Basket/ShopSack

the beausage will cost ya -- 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

Re: [RBW] Re: New bike siting: Cheviut/Cheviot/Chevrolet?

I like the idea of a mountain mixte but if its the same clearances as the betty that means max 42s, not mountainish enough for me, personally. On Fri, Jan 3, 2014 at 4:28 PM, Coconutbill wrote: > Bill, just wait, in 2020 I'll be searching for one of these here on the > group... > > for me this

[RBW] Re: New bike siting: Cheviut/Cheviot/Chevrolet?

Bill, just wait, in 2020 I'll be searching for one of these here on the group... for me this could be a very appealing alternative to a Hunqa if I were building a mountain touring bike. I'm assuming this is the same tubing as on Betty. How stout is that compared to that of the Hunqapiller?

[RBW] Re: New bike siting: Cheviut/Cheviot/Chevrolet?

And there's that new rear rack again!!! Somebody is going to rock the huge saddlesack plus a nice set of panniers on the lower bar and be ALL SET with tons of heel clearance. That's going to be ki

[RBW] Re: Smart Sam Initial Impressions

I meant to include that I'm now curious to see if this is enough volume and traction to keep me delighted and now looking toward a 3" tire bike. I did inadvertently test the "bouncy" factor, as I had them under inflated and experienced the bouncy. I might get used to it, but it wasn't happy on t

[RBW] Re: FW: For Sale; Tom Ritchey fillet brazed LONG Frame, Fork, HS

Hi Marc, i know this was in May but do you still have the Ritchey? please email me. thanks Vay Tham vth...@gmail.com On Tuesday, May 7, 2013 2:33:23 PM UTC-4, Mayfly wrote: > > > > I would like to offer a Riv-related frame, 1987(?) repack-style long bike > brazed by Tom (I think). > > A circa

[RBW] for sale

Hi, I've got a few things for sale email me for pictures thanks 1 nitto top rack r-14 80 shipped 2 schmidt e6 light brand primary new 70 shipped 3 b&m halogen lumotec light 20 shipped 4 mks touring lite pedals $30 shipped 5 700c 36 hole phil wood front hub laced to ritchey rock rim $100 shipped

Re: [RBW] Re: All this 650b saluki talk

I do love the paint job, and the Canti brakes. I will just have to cross my fingers, haha. On Fri, Jan 3, 2014 at 2:10 PM, Shoji Takahashi wrote: > great looking Saluki, C.J. > > > On Friday, January 3, 2014 10:30:46 AM UTC-5, C.J. Filip wrote: >> >> >>

Re: [RBW] OMG!!! A 58cm Canti-Luki for sale on iBOB!!!

GAH! temptation!!! -- 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-o

Re: [RBW] OMG!!! A 58cm Canti-Luki for sale on iBOB!!!

Sorry Bill, That was supposed to tie in to a post from a couple weeks ago but obviously didn't. It is my dad's bike and the price is $1750 ;^) Doug On Fri, Jan 3, 2014 at 11:33 AM, Bill Lindsay wrote: > #Bill faints > > It's one of those posts where the poster doesn't list a price. That mak

[RBW] Taller 26" Riders

Between the 650B discussion, the 1 bike thread and my recent toying with a 26" XO-3 I was wondering if there are any taller ~6'/90pbh-ish folks out there predominantly riding 26" wheels these days... If it wasn't clear already the fact that my 3 current bikes represent each of the 26"-650B-700

[RBW] Re: New bike siting: Cheviut/Cheviot/Chevrolet?

Well! I was looking forward to the Appaloosa (a bike I'm not convinced will ever reach production), but this is *very* nice. I love the Appaloosa-ish chainstays, and that orange-and-blue is just *gorgeous.* I'm getting older and creakier by the minute, and one of the reasons I'm (possibly) selli

[RBW] Re: All this 650b saluki talk

great looking Saluki, C.J. On Friday, January 3, 2014 10:30:46 AM UTC-5, C.J. Filip wrote: > > > > Pics? Very unlikely to trade but I'll mull it over... > > On Wednesday, January 1, 2014 12:26:

[RBW] Re: Correction to my listing for Eno

Email sent, not sure if it's going through. If you don't see something immedately shoot me a note - vpik01 (at) gmail Tony On Friday, January 3, 2014 1:41:22 PM UTC-5, Mayfly wrote: > > CRANKSETS > > White Industries ENO single speed crank, 34 tooth ENO chainring, all > silver, 180mm length

[RBW] Correction to my listing for Eno

CRANKSETS White Industries ENO single speed crank, 34 tooth ENO chainring, all silver, 180mm length, standard thread (9/16-20) very good condition. $751+ $10 shipping !!NOTE! $75 + $10 SHIPPING!!! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch"

[RBW] Smart Sam Initial Impressions

First, the only tires I’ve run previous to this on my Hunqapillar are the Schwalbe Dureme 50mm, a tire not intensed for many of the types of trails I took it on, but a wonderful, high volume touring tire built like a tank. Today being the 9th day of Christmas Father Christmas Kringle delivered a

Re: [RBW] Re: All this 650b saluki talk

Hey, some chance is better than none. Here is my Flikr link. http://www.flickr.com/photos/67889635@N06/?details=1 Paintjob is brand new but I know that paint is very subjective. But then again, who doesn't like an orange Rivendell? On Fri, Jan 3, 2014 at 10:30 AM, C.J. Filip wrote: > >

[RBW] Re: 1983 Stumpjumper Price drop-$400 shipped to the lower 48

Stumpjumper is sold, thanks to all who inquired. On Tue, Dec 24, 2013 at 9:04 AM, Mattt wrote: > I am checking if the Stumpjumper is still available. > > Thanks, > Matt > > > On Monday, December 16, 2013 12:35:21 AM UTC-6, Peter M wrote: > >> Needs to go before the move upstate, I hate to fleab

[RBW] OMG!!! A 58cm Canti-Luki for sale on iBOB!!!

#Bill faints It's one of those posts where the poster doesn't list a price. That makes it a lot easier for me to resist inquiring. Still, please, one of you grab it before I expire from temptation. Bill who-would-make-his-58cm-Hilsen-a-canti-Hilsen-if-he-had-a-magic-wand Lindsay -- You

Re: [RBW] Tire Width and Performance

On 01/03/2014 01:02 PM, Bill Lindsay wrote: The difference between A and B will be the extra work the rider had to do to "spin up" the extra 200g of rolling weight. I'm saying that difference will be small. The heavier wheel is harder to spin up, but the magnitude of the difference is small

Re: [RBW] Tire Width and Performance

" It's the next subtle increment that we feel. So yes, subtle differences in wheel inertia are more significant to us than adding mass to the bike frame. " and I never once said you can't feel it. If the small difference is a big deal to you, that's perfectly fine. Do lighter wheels spin

[RBW] Third Round; Purge O' Bits 'n Parts;

HAPPY, HEALTHY 2014 TO YOU AND YOURS!! I am selling many different parts of Rivendellish and classic providence. er, provenance. Cheep!; need the space, need the dinero This is the second batch. More to follow. Please contact me for individual photos and information; mschw...@nmsu.edu. Pri

Re: [RBW] Tire Width and Performance

Ron, Great idea, let's do that. Get on the mag trainer and pedal up from 0 to 30kph over some appropriate number of seconds. Say, 10. Capture the power from your power tap hub and plot it. So far so good? That's power trace A Next put 200grams of lead weights on your rear rim, a little 25

[RBW] Re: Albatross V-brake levers

I'm using the Tektro RX-6 so-called "mini" V-brakes on my LongLow now, with Tiagra levers. These brakes don't need as much pull, as longer-armed Vees, and seem to be very effective at no-drama stopping. Just a data point for you, some non-V levers can work with some V brakes. - Andrew, Berkeley

[RBW] Re: Albatross V-brake levers

When I needed V's I just offered up some canti's & their levers to this list & the iBob list for trade. It's usually cheaper for you (just pay for postage) AND the other party. I got some sweet Gold LX parts, but I miagine most things Tektro or Shimano would work fine. Best, Eric -- You rece

[RBW] Re: Albatross V-brake levers

Yes, certain Tektro models can be used for both. Performance Bike online sells them rebranded as the Forte Team MTB Lever . You can get those Shimano Levers in Silver too if you so wish :) On Friday, January 3, 2014 10:32:26 AM UTC-5, Tom Harrop wrote: > > If you're after cheaper ones, the

[RBW] Re: DIY Lug Lining

One Shot is a great paint, but make sure you mix it properly. A little thinner & a small piece of coroplast or similar for mixing can give you much better results in evenness of paint & ease of moving the brush. A good striping brush goes a long way as well. A bit more investment, but the outco

[RBW] Re: Bleriot build kit for sale

How much for that crank? -J -- 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

[RBW] Bleriot build kit for sale

i would buy the fingertip shifters thanks how much? paypal? bo richardson box 3143 bellingham wa 98227 -- 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-

[RBW] Re: DIY Lug Lining

NICE WORK, BILL!!! That takes a special touch, and yours came out pretty darn good. For straight-line striping, I cheat and use Finesse Pinstriping stencil... especially for striping rims or fenders. Peace, BB On Friday, January 3, 2014 12:58:17 AM UTC-5, Bill Lindsay wrote: > > OK, so the Blu

Re: [RBW] Re: 1 bike? Could you do it?

You are correct Steve. ~Hugh "Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep moving." -- Albert Einstein http://velocipedemusings.blogspot.com/ On Fri, Jan 3, 2014 at 8:28 AM, Steve Palincsar wrote: > On 01/03/2014 11:20 AM, Hugh Smitham wrote: > >> Ah it seems you left

Re: [RBW] Re: 1 bike? Could you do it?

On 01/03/2014 11:20 AM, Hugh Smitham wrote: Ah it seems you left out as a possible 650b the Rambler? Have you eliminated it from your possible choices? After reading http://baiku-velomann.blogspot.com/2013/12/rambler-ride-report-and-review.html this review my next bike? IIRC, Tony is tall eno

[RBW] Re: Bike Travel - Share your thoughts

Hi Kieran, Good luck with the travels - I've attached some links I've seen which should give you a steer (DC Rainmaker is quite the traveller, as well as tech guy, an interesting blog to follow). Personally, I've only "travelled with bike" once (Sydney to SF) and had no issues - the bike trave

Re: [RBW] Re: 1 bike? Could you do it?

Ah it seems you left out as a possible 650b the Rambler? Have you eliminated it from your possible choices? After reading http://baiku-velomann.blogspot.com/2013/12/rambler-ride-report-and-review.html this review my next bike? ~Hugh "Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must k

[RBW] Re: Tire Width and Performance

The way I see it is, there is scientific data that Jan has provided here that works as a good evaluation of performance in a vacuum or for competitive reasons. On the other hand, placebo's work, and are also scientifically commensurable. Bikes feel different loaded up and with different sized t

[RBW] Re: Cable End Soldering

I used to solder my cable ends, for the same reason I am careful to align tire manufacturer markings up with valves - it shows someone cares. As noted, SS cables put a stop to that, so I've used bees wax, tape, glue, and spoke nipples, but ferules work and look best. Maybe I'll get some of the

[RBW] Re: Cable End Soldering

If you use ferrules, would that be considered as a lugged cable? Roy H. Drinkwater Lititz, PA -- 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

[RBW] Re: Cable End Soldering

+1 for nail polish. Tried it when I was in a bind. But it's held up over a few years. -- 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+uns

[RBW] Re: Albatross V-brake levers

If you're after cheaper ones, there are also the Tektro levers that Riv used to sell which can be switched between long- and short-pull. If I was buying new ones I'd probably try the super-cheap Shimano

[RBW] Re: All this 650b saluki talk

Pics? Very unlikely to trade but I'll mull it over... On Wednesday, January 1, 2014 12:26:47 AM UTC-8, Peter M wrote: > > Has me wondering if someone has a 60cm 650b cantilever luki they woul

Re: [RBW] Tire Width and Performance

we also don't feel linear - we feel logarithmic. Our eyes are tuned to very subtle differences in light. You can feel amazingly fine surface disparities with your fingernail. We become numb to the baseline spin - we're doing work but it doesn't feel like. It's the next subtle increment that

Re: [RBW] Tire Width and Performance

if riding a bike was the same effort as spinning a wheel on a workstand, there would be no cars on the road. On Friday, January 3, 2014 8:51:19 AM UTC-6, Ron Mc wrote: > > Bill, do the same thing on a mag trainer instead of a workstand. > > On Thursday, January 2, 2014 9:43:06 PM UTC-6, Bill

Re: [RBW] Re: Larger 650B Homer's

Frank_a's former mentioned 60cm Saluki. I think he and I are about the same PBH. > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group.

Re: [RBW] Re: 1 bike? Could you do it?

I suppose it would be my Ram. My favorite bike is the Road, which gets most of the miles each year, but is too pretty to abuse off paved surfaces. The Ram will take 1 1/2" rubber which handles grass and dirt fine at about 55 psi, while still doing well on pavement. It takes fenders and racks a

Re: [RBW] Tire Width and Performance

Bill, do the same thing on a mag trainer instead of a workstand. On Thursday, January 2, 2014 9:43:06 PM UTC-6, Bill Lindsay wrote: > > We're talking about two components of momentum that are orders of > magnitude different from one another. Imagine a cyclist starting from a > dead stop and s

Re: [RBW] Re: 1 bike? Could you do it?

If anything I've conciously gone the opposite direction this year... I started the year with 'one' bike, the 650B Trek 715 project. I start 2014 with the 650B Trek, Atlantis, XO-3 and MB-3 (not counting wife's bikes or tandem(s)). A bit ridiculous. My thoughts are that 2013 was about the exh

[RBW] Re: Albatross V-brake levers

I used these: https://www.benscycle.com/p-3671-avid-speed-dial-7-v-brake-lever-pair-black.aspx? They work great, as I suspect almost any v-brake levers would. To me, the ability to use v-brakes with native levers is one of the biggest advantages of albas. Jay On Friday, January 3, 2014 3:54

[RBW] Re: Albatross V-brake levers

Jenson or Universal will have what you are looking for. For example thesewill work and they are inexpensive. You could pay more and getthese

Re: [RBW] DIY Lug Lining

Nice color choice. I think the contrast chrome lugs makes it easier to pick a complimentary third color. I just got my girlfriend a Soma San Marcos, which is one (gorgeous) color. She's thinking about lining the lugs, but I can't think of a single color that would go well with that beautiful kand

[RBW] Re: Albatross V-brake levers

Not cheap, but sure cannot go wrong with Paul: http://www.paulcomp.com/brakelevers.html On Friday, January 3, 2014 7:54:42 AM UTC-6, carne...@bellsouth.net wrote: > > I recently ordered Albatross bars for my early green Sam. After trying > several options, staying with V-brakes. RBW does not

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