[RBW] RE: Question on Big Ben handling

DS, I mounted 26 x 2.15 Big Ben's on DT Swiss XR 425 hoops that measure 23 mm outside diameter. I inflated them to approximately 35 psi and calipered them at 53 mm. I rode them today on mixed terrain, road with some corning and single track. They handled really well and seemed to roll fairly f

[RBW] One drawback to flippin' your bike for roadside repair.

Lay the bike on it's side. -- 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] Re: SP SV-8 Dynamo stock status per RBW

Bought an SV-9 from my LBS last week. It's the lightest and lowest drag option out there right now, and was only $140. I wonder if Riv is going to be stocking the 9? Kevin In Chicago -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To uns

[RBW] fs/trade Phil wood wheel, Nitto.....

Hi I have a few things to sell or trade for a set of 650b rims 32 hole or pair 32/36 hole rims. A 650b rear wheel 130 spoke freewheel hub preferable. Rear Paul racer brake. Silver mountain brake levers or 52mm bosco handlebars. Email me for pictures shipping prices will be added to sale pri

[RBW] Re: WTB 80mm Nitto DirtDrop Stem or Periscopa

Jayme - i have a Periscopa (25.4) that I'm not using. Make me an offer. Brian Seattle, WA On Monday, January 26, 2015 at 11:43:20 AM UTC-8, Jayme Frye wrote: > > Anyone have a 80mm DirtDrop or Periscopa languishing in there parts bin > that they are willing to part with? > Cheers > > Jayme > -

[RBW] Re: One drawback to flippin' your bike for roadside repair.

That's what the kickstand is for. Use it and lean the bike against something. The front wheel and kickstand hold the bike upright at an angle, but give you room to remove the rear tire - that's the one that always gets the flat, right?? Brian Seattle, WA On Monday, January 26, 2015 at 2:49:0

[RBW] Re: 2nd Monthly Bay Area Rivendell Ride Sunday, Feb 1

forgot all about the super bowl, the game is later in the day so shouldn't make a difference, but hopefully it means less cars out in general. On Monday, January 26, 2015 at 4:06:50 PM UTC-8, Irving (boyzonthehoods.com) wrote: > > Dang, I was hoping others would be interested in avoiding the Sup

Re: [RBW] A bike for Mom

What kinda paint jobs does RBW give their bikes? Is that also powder coat? -- 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...@googl

[RBW] Re: One drawback to flippin' your bike for roadside repair.

A stretched out old sock (or two) works wonders...can be stretched over the seat, used as a glove for putting a chain back on, loose tools can be dropped into it to keep them together and from rattling. I usually have one with me and always have a couple for padding with my Bike Friday when pa

Re: [RBW] Re: One drawback to flippin' your bike for roadside repair.

Typical road-side repair: https://www.flickr.com/photos/cyclotourist/14137916598 Road-side repair with option bike repair stand: https://www.flickr.com/photos/cyclotourist/8649157039 On Mon, Jan 26, 2015 at 6:58 PM, ascpgh wrote: > I keep a round bootlace in my kit, actually tying the waxed can

[RBW] Re: One drawback to flippin' your bike for roadside repair.

I keep a round bootlace in my kit, actually tying the waxed canvas wrap for my tools to prevent rattling. If roadside repair is needed, I tie it in a loop and snag something to suspend my bike by the saddle nose with it. Amazing what you'll com e up with and the peculiarity of scale that actual

Re: [RBW] A bike for Mom

I am also interested in some feedback regarding Groody Brothers. They are local to me and I've considered having them redo my recently acquired Bombadil. The paint looks beautiful in your pictures. Groody Brothers quoted me $200-$250 for a two color powder coat, application of decals, and a

Re: [RBW] Re: Redlands Strada Rossa Ride - March 21st

Hope you can turn that into pen! On Mon, Jan 26, 2015 at 6:32 PM, Tony DeFilippo wrote: > Looks like an awesome event, I'm going to try and squeak it into a work > trip. It's on the calendar in pencil for now. > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups >

[RBW] FS: Vredestein Fortezza Duocomp Retro, 700x25C, one pair

These are a nice set of supple, folding bead road tires that have been discontinued. Not sure how long they were sold, but I got these a few years ago from Nashbar and used them on a racing frame with tight clearances (which I sold off recently). A very supple, smooth riding 25mm clincher wit

Re: [RBW] Re: One drawback to flippin' your bike for roadside repair.

Uh, no. I put the world on top of my seat. Phew! That's why I'm so glad I don't have flats! With abandon, Patrick On Monday, January 26, 2015 at 7:07:40 PM UTC-7, cyclot...@gmail.com wrote: > > Wait, y'all flip your bikes upside down to change a tire? > -- You received this message because you

Re: [RBW] Re: One drawback to flippin' your bike for roadside repair.

Oh yes, there is quite the flipper/layer-downer cleavage in the bike community. On Mon, Jan 26, 2015 at 6:28 PM, James Warren wrote: > > Wow, I've always been a bike flipper. Since long before I heard of > Bridgestone. And here yet again, is a Riv Blug telling me, "hey, you're > OK." (I actually

Re: [RBW] Re: Redlands Strada Rossa Ride - March 21st

Looks like an awesome event, I'm going to try and squeak it into a work trip. It's on the calendar in pencil for now. -- 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

Re: [RBW] Re: One drawback to flippin' your bike for roadside repair.

Wow, I've always been a bike flipper. Since long before I heard of Bridgestone. And here yet again, is a Riv Blug telling me, "hey, you're OK." (I actually never knew there was a possible controversy. I've been a bike nerd all this time and haven't known it!) "Go P-style and relax." Nice, relax

Re: [RBW] Re: Redlands Strada Rossa Ride - March 21st

Please note, I misspoke when I said $35. When registering, register at the $15 membership level, and then the RSR itself is $10 for members. Sorta' make sense? On Mon, Jan 26, 2015 at 4:25 PM, Philip Williamson < philip.william...@gmail.com> wrote: > I'll be coming down from Santa Rosa, with a gu

Re: [RBW] Re: One drawback to flippin' your bike for roadside repair.

Wait, y'all flip your bikes upside down to change a tire? On Mon, Jan 26, 2015 at 6:06 PM, BSWP wrote: > Not if you run M-bars or Albastaches...or anything besides drops with > non-aero levers. Just saying... > > - Andrew, Berkeley > > On Monday, January 26, 2015 at 5:49:03 PM UTC-8, jbu...@gmai

Re: [RBW] Re: One drawback to flippin' your bike for roadside repair.

Not if you run M-bars or Albastaches...or anything besides drops with non-aero levers. Just saying... - Andrew, Berkeley On Monday, January 26, 2015 at 5:49:03 PM UTC-8, jbu...@gmail.com wrote: > > Another reason why this is, in my book, a faux pas (sorry Willard!) > is- if you're running retro

[RBW] Re: GrandBois tires on sale at Grandbois

+1. First rate service. Not only did my package arrive today, but I got timely emails informing me of the shipping status. Anton On Monday, January 26, 2015 at 4:24:20 PM UTC-5, Minh wrote: > > yikes, these were put into the mail and arrives in less then 5 days from > Japan to the east coa

Re: [RBW] Re: One drawback to flippin' your bike for roadside repair.

Another reason why this is, in my book, a faux pas (sorry Willard!) is- if you're running retrogrouch-approved non-aero brakes, you'll put that awful crimp in the cables. A notable example of this crime-in-progress from BITD appears on the cover of Richard's Bicycle Book, IIRC! =- Joe Bunik Walnut

[RBW] WTB: Sackville SaddleSack XSmall, Olive

I'd thought I'd check here first. I prefer 2nd hand items, especially bags. Thank you. Located in Los Angeles. -- 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

[RBW] Re: One drawback to flippin' your bike for roadside repair.

Of course, if your bike has a double kickstand (one of mine does), none of this is necessary because you can just leave the bike on the kickstand and change either wheel. If the rear wheel is flat and the rear of the bike is heavily loaded, you might have to toss some stuff on the handlebars to

Re: [RBW] Re: List of RBW Bikes

The original Heron Road (short reach brakes) was between the Atlantis and before the Rambouillet. Later Herons versions were produced by Waterford for Todd Kuzma (sp?) -Dave -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe

[RBW] Re: One drawback to flippin' your bike for roadside repair.

Every Douglas Adams fan knows that:“A towel, [The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy] says, is about the most massively useful thing an interstellar hitchhiker can have. Partly it has great practical value. You can wrap it around you for warmth as you bound across the cold moons of Jaglan Beta; y

[RBW] Re: Mounting bolt coming loose on twin-leg kickstand

I'm not familiar with your model stand but have had similar experience. My solution is using a longer bolt that extends thru the threaded part far enough to add a nylok nut acting as a jam nut. dougP On Monday, January 26, 2015 at 3:19:26 PM UTC-8, Tom Harrop wrote: > > Hi all, > > I love th

[RBW] Re: One drawback to flippin' your bike for roadside repair.

Looks like the saddle question has been covered, so don't forget that whatever's on the handlebars (computer, light, bell) will also come into contact with the ground. Any bags need to be shut tight so the contents don't escape (I rarely fasten the flap on my handlebar bag) and water bottles t

Re: [RBW] Re: MB2 as budget tourer

Good luck, keep your eyes open; Things have a way of showing up. I found my StumpJumper frame at a local shop, it was one of the staff member's bikes, so they were just helping him clear it out. Cheers cc On Mon, Jan 26, 2015 at 4:56 PM, drew beckmeyer wrote: > thanks mike, that specific info

[RBW] Re: MB2 as budget tourer

I'd say that "heavy", "lively", and geometry don't mean much to someone with little bike experience. If it fits, is geared properly, and is attractive to her, she'll probably love it. My daughter's first and so far only adult bike is a Peugeot UO-18 mixte, which could be called heavy and is not

[RBW] Re: MB2 as budget tourer

thanks mike, that specific info helps a ton. straight gauge tubing is something id definitely like to steer clear of. im in los angeles, so i dont think i can take that off your hands, but i appreciate the offer. On Monday, January 26, 2015 at 4:08:11 PM UTC-8, velomann wrote: > > > I have one

[RBW] FS: Studded tires

I have a set of Nokia Hakkapeliitta A10s I bought from Peter White. 700x32s. They have less than 50 miles on them. I've mounted them 3-4 times on my Synergy rims, but I don't commute and instead of my Homer, which I bought them for, I'm riding my Hunqapillar more in the snow. $70 for the pair.

Re: [RBW] Re: List of RBW Bikes

Yes, the Legolas was/is based on the Abele bikes. Hers is pink! :) On Monday, January 26, 2015 at 10:11:44 AM UTC-8, Jim M. wrote: > > I remember seeing that mountain on Ebay some time in the last couple of > years. Very tempting. > > Mark A. and his wife have Riv CX models that pre-date the Lego

[RBW] Re: Redlands Strada Rossa Ride - March 21st

I'll be coming down from Santa Rosa, with a guest. Anyone interested in carpool/caravanning? Philip www.biketinker.com On Monday, January 26, 2015 at 1:07:38 PM UTC-8, cyclot...@gmail.com wrote: > > This is not a Rivendell event per se, but it has grown as a direct > extension of the SoCal Ri

[RBW] Birthday Ride

A good friend and riding companion turned 63 this past weekend, so we celebrated with a 63-mile ride. Here’s the video to prove it happened: http://youtu.be/-wPdcPWOcQY Rive content: I was riding steel/leather/fenders/canvas/wool/32mm tires, etc. Fully Rivved out,

Re: [RBW] My QR Fender QR'd

I confess there was a secondary reason I bought the PDW kit. This is on my Rawland Stag. I got a very swank custom fork for it. When I re-installed my Honjos, the front stays were a couple mm too short. I ran 38s instead of 42s temporarily, fretting massively on the idea that I needed to buy

[RBW] Re: MB2 as budget tourer

> I have one of those bikes - don't even want to say what I paid at a garage > sale, but cheap. It's been a good town bike that I haven't done much to but > put a rack on, and I like the geometry for that use. Also, that kind of > french blue is a sweet color, IMHO. > But...it's a heavy beast

[RBW] Re: 2nd Monthly Bay Area Rivendell Ride Sunday, Feb 1

Dang, I was hoping others would be interested in avoiding the Super Bowl Sunday festivites, so I may have to join in on this. On Monday, January 26, 2015 at 3:59:34 PM UTC-8, DS wrote: > > Info here, ~25 miles, pretty hilly, 9AM Rockridge BART depart, see you > there: > https://groups.google.co

[RBW] 2nd Monthly Bay Area Rivendell Ride Sunday, Feb 1

Info here, ~25 miles, pretty hilly, 9AM Rockridge BART depart, see you there: https://groups.google.com/forum/#!topic/bay-area-rivendell-riders/jq7n9Tynavk -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and

[RBW] Re: One drawback to flippin' your bike for roadside repair.

You're not scratching your saddle, you're creating beausage, the patina of love and use! Or you can strip and spread your shirt down on the ground to spare your loved one any discomfort. Bonus points for each 10 degree drop in wind chill below 32F/0C, extra bonus points if you use your pants!

Re: [RBW] Re: One drawback to flippin' your bike for roadside repair.

I carry my tools, tube, etc., rolled up in a piece of canvas. I don’t usually turn the bike upside down, but if I did I would put the canvas on the ground under the seat. Rivendell used to sell canvas squares, but I don’t see them on the web site now. I bought some old canvas mailbags at the UC

[RBW] Re: MB2 as budget tourer

thanks for the advice. unfortunately, dropping $2,000 is not a realistic option for my budget... though that would be nice. my extra components are mostly vintage, and would work most easily on another vintage frame anyway. pudge, that's good to hear/yours is great looking. i would also albatr

Re: [RBW] My QR Fender QR'd

I bet Steve can figure it out from your description and existing Google images like this one: http://brimages.bikeboardmedia.netdna-cdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/PDW-Wide-Full-Metal-Fenders-Stay-Mounts1.jpg I was excited about these little dudes when I first saw them. But, then I started won

Re: [RBW] Mounting bolt coming loose on twin-leg kickstand

Loctite! On Mon, Jan 26, 2015 at 4:19 PM, Tom Harrop wrote: > Hi all, > > I love the Ursus Jumbo kickstand I installed on the kickstand plate on my > Bombadil, but I'm getting a bit bored of re-tightening the bolt once a > week. Any smart ideas? I have a spring washer in there right now which >

Re: [RBW] One drawback to flippin' your bike for roadside repair.

I carry cheap seat covers with me both for rain (fat chance!) or for protecting the saddle when doing repairs. Tho' come to think of it, in a decade or more of doing this, I've never used one On Mon, Jan 26, 2015 at 3:49 PM, lungimsam wrote: > Scratches your leather saddle to turn the bike

[RBW] Mounting bolt coming loose on twin-leg kickstand

Hi all, I love the Ursus Jumbo kickstand I installed on the kickstand plate on my Bombadil, but I'm getting a bit bored of re-tightening the bolt once a week. Any smart ideas? I have a spring washer in there right now which helped a little but didn't solve the problem completely. My bike (68 cm

Re: [RBW] My QR Fender QR'd

Steve-buddy It doesn't look like I do have any photos, but that's easily corrected. In the meantime, let me describe how it works with Honjos, or any similar aluminum stayed fender, held with R-clips to your fork tip: Step 1. remove the R-clips entirely. Put them in your parts drawer Step 2.

RE: [RBW] Re: One drawback to flippin' your bike for roadside repair.

In lieu of towel, try Riv-style large bandanna. Saves mission-critical grams! From: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com [mailto:rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Ron Mc Sent: Monday, January 26, 2015 6:09 PM To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Subject: [RBW] Re: One drawback to fli

[RBW] Re: One drawback to flippin' your bike for roadside repair.

double kickstands are wonderful - whichever wheel is off is automatically up in the air On Monday, January 26, 2015 at 5:01:45 PM UTC-6, cyclot...@gmail.com wrote: > > Always bring a towel. > > On Monday, January 26, 2015 at 2:58:08 PM UTC-8, RJM wrote: >> >> When I get a flat I generally flip th

[RBW] Re: MB2 as budget tourer

For what you're describing I'd be looking to spend less than $150 for the bike, even if it has components. Put the $150 'savings' into a powdercoat in the color of her choosing... if she's like my Wife that'll make a huge impact on the desirability and 'newness' of the bike. But recoating or n

Re: [RBW] My QR Fender QR'd

On 01/26/2015 05:59 PM, Bill Lindsay wrote: I run SKS plastics on my Atlantis. There's a shortcut in my neighborhood that I frequently take. It's a path that is thickly "paved" with big woodchips. Like when they cut down a tree, it ends up on this path. Some of the chunks are prettyum..

[RBW] Re: One drawback to flippin' your bike for roadside repair.

Always bring a towel. On Monday, January 26, 2015 at 2:58:08 PM UTC-8, RJM wrote: > > When I get a flat I generally flip the bike but I don't do anything to > prevent scratches to the brooks saddle. Once it's scratched, the fear of > scratching it goes away. I suppose putting a towel down would

Re: [RBW] One drawback to flippin' your bike for roadside repair.

On 01/26/2015 05:49 PM, lungimsam wrote: Scratches your leather saddle to turn the bike upside down. In light of the Blog post about this, I figured I would ask you leather users how you prevent the scratching from happening. Any convenient ideas? You simply don't turn your bike upside do

[RBW] My QR Fender QR'd

I run SKS plastics on my Atlantis. There's a shortcut in my neighborhood that I frequently take. It's a path that is thickly "paved" with big woodchips. Like when they cut down a tree, it ends up on this path. Some of the chunks are prettyumchunky. Anyway, I was cutting across the

[RBW] Re: One drawback to flippin' your bike for roadside repair.

When I get a flat I generally flip the bike but I don't do anything to prevent scratches to the brooks saddle. Once it's scratched, the fear of scratching it goes away. I suppose putting a towel down would help, or flip it in the grass. On Monday, January 26, 2015 at 4:49:03 PM UTC-6, lungimsa

[RBW] Re: MB2 as budget tourer

I'm with Hugh here. Getting a Rivendell bike makes a huge difference in feel, ride, and the pleasure of riding. She ay fall away from bikepacking, but still bike. Why not give the grand experiment the best possible chance of success, presuming your budget can do it if you choose for it to? With

[RBW] One drawback to flippin' your bike for roadside repair.

Scratches your leather saddle to turn the bike upside down. In light of the Blog post about this, I figured I would ask you leather users how you prevent the scratching from happening. Any convenient ideas? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owne

RE: [RBW] MB2 as budget tourer

I have that bike, reworked as a 2-speed city bike. https://www.flickr.com/photos/37542512@N04/6708087263/in/set-72157628383880621/ I paid $225 on CL for it 3 or 4 years ago, and it was in nowhere near as good condition as the one you’re looking at (judging from the pictures). I love it – lot

[RBW] Re: MB2 as budget tourer

I'd just buy her a Cheviot, totally capable tour bike plus it's super comfy. Just buy the F&F and throw your parts on it. Boom she'll love you for it! What's that $750 + tax & shipping. If she hates it no problem you'll be able to sell it fairly fast. So give Riv a call they'll help you with siz

[RBW] Re: MB2 as budget tourer

That's $750 plus your $500 I meant to say. ~Hugh On Monday, January 26, 2015 at 2:25:53 PM UTC-8, hsmitham wrote: > I'd just buy her a Cheviot, totally capable tour bike plus it's super comfy. > Just buy the F&F and throw your parts on it. Boom she'll love you for it! > What's that $750 + tax

Re: [RBW] Re: MB2 as budget tourer

I second what Chris L said regarding geometry. The repack/klunker geometry makes for a decent cruiser, but isn't as readily adapted for drops. More aggressive "NORBA" geometry came a couple years later, around 87-88. 71 head / 74 seat tube angle is characteristic NORBA. My '88 Schwinn KOM has t

[RBW] Re: GrandBois tires on sale at Grandbois

yikes, these were put into the mail and arrives in less then 5 days from Japan to the east coast. even accounting for the 3 days of processing it was only a week from order to delivery for a reasonable shipping amount. i would definately order from them again! On Monday, January 19, 2015 at

[RBW] Redlands Strada Rossa Ride - March 21st

This is not a Rivendell event per se, but it has grown as a direct extension of the SoCal Riv Rides that have been happening for the last four years or so. Most everyone on this list would be comfortable and have a good time here! Not to mention, Rivendell bikes are the perfect all-rounder type

[RBW] Re: MB2 as budget tourer

ah yes, good point. i am familiar with those early 80's mtb angles and havent ever really found them to be a problem, but youre right to point out a newish rider might not feel the same. On Monday, January 26, 2015 at 12:14:24 PM UTC-8, drew beckmeyer wrote: > > so now that i have been doing lo

[RBW] Re: WTB: sackville saddle bag or similar

Hey, thanks Erl! I had no idea. Im just getting back into riding, hope to be out more in the Spring, will let you know. Steve -- 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

[RBW] Re: MB2 as budget tourer

The only thing I can add is that the bike you are looking at appears to have "Repack" geometry which is very slack seat and head angles and a very long wheelbase. These bikes handle very differently than modern bikes or even bikes from just a few years later. People seem to either love or hate

[RBW] MB2 as budget tourer

so now that i have been doing longer/overnight rides, my fiance is showing interest in joining me. she is a great camper already, though slow to warm to bicycles. id like to start setting up a reasonably capable and attractive (touring) bike for her, but i dont want to go too far into the mone

[RBW] WTB 80mm Nitto DirtDrop Stem or Periscopa

Anyone have a 80mm DirtDrop or Periscopa languishing in there parts bin that they are willing to part with? Cheers Jayme -- 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

RE: [RBW] Re: Tire Pressure Revolution

We're Hetres ever tested? Didn't remember seeing them mentioned in Vol. 5. Maybe they were in later tests? Looking forward to the Compass tire tests. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop re

[RBW] Re: WTB: sackville saddle bag or similar

Steve, That's my zip code, too! Let me know if you want to ride sometime. -Erl On Monday, January 26, 2015 at 1:09:30 PM UTC-5, islaysteve wrote: > > John, I'd like the Carradice if the OP doesn't want it. Sorry I can't PM > from my iPad. It would have to be shipped to 20895. If interested

RE: [RBW] Re: Tire Pressure Revolution

Yes, even the folding Supremes are not THAT supple. But let me say that they are more supple than many tires out there, they run very nicely. But they aren't as supple as the Compass tires or their ilk. The strength of the Schwalbe Marathon Supreme is that it is very flat resistant and tough due

Re: [RBW] Re: List of RBW Bikes

I wish!!! They were either posted or linked on one of the bicycle forums I frequent. They were too good to not save for my Riv "collection" of photos. On Monday, January 26, 2015 at 11:22:27 AM UTC-6, Cyclofiend Jim wrote: > > Chris - Those are off-the-charts gorgeous! Is that yours? >

[RBW] Re: Tire Pressure Revolution

The folding bead is lighter, but it doesn't change the flex of the tire, since it lies against the (ultra-stiff) rim. What makes a tire supple is: 1. Casing construction. Finer threads, less rubber, etc., all make the tire more supple. Puncture-proof belts make it less supple. 2. Tread thicknes

[RBW] Re: Tire Pressure Revolution

There is lots more data - Bicycle Quarterly has published numerous articles on tire performance: http://www.bikequarterly.com/BQ_subject_index.html The "sweet spots" are real – we did a statistical analysis to make sure it wasn't just noise in the data – but they also depend on the road surface

[RBW] SP SV-8 Dynamo stock status per RBW

I suggest emailing Spencer. He sends an email as soon as something comes back in stock. I've been amazed at how quick he's gotten back to me. They also sometimes have a link you can click to be alerted when an out of stock item comes in. I used it once and got an email the next day because t

[RBW] Re: Tire Pressure Revolution

Jan, can you post more data? The one table of data you provided seems inconclusive to me - there might be sweet spots for rolling resistance both below and above the so-called "high pressure" inflation point. Also, can you show similar data for wider tires, to help reinforce the conclusions? Or

[RBW] Re: Tire Pressure Revolution

Even the folding Supremes? Just wondered if that would make a difference from the wire bead. Thanks, John -- 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

Re: [RBW] FT - Looking for Noodles and SA saddle

Item BH-5 in the Flickr pics, looks like an Albatross, is that something you would be interested in trading? I have a couple of SA saddles, one that was ridden approximately 180 miles on a 600K (at which point I had my Dad go to my house and get my Brooks and bring it to me) and another that has n

Re: [RBW] Re: List of RBW Bikes

I remember seeing that mountain on Ebay some time in the last couple of years. Very tempting. Mark A. and his wife have Riv CX models that pre-date the Legolas, I believe. jim m wc ca On Monday, January 26, 2015 at 9:22:27 AM UTC-8, Cyclofiend Jim wrote: > > Chris - Those are off-the-charts go

[RBW] Re: WTB: sackville saddle bag or similar

John, I'd like the Carradice if the OP doesn't want it. Sorry I can't PM from my iPad. It would have to be shipped to 20895. If interested, please email me, address in my profile. Thanks! Steve -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch"

[RBW] SP SV-8 Dynamo stock status per RBW

In case anyone is interested, I tried to put an SP SV-8 dynamo hub in my cart this weekend on rivbike.com and was unable to do so; the site said that the item was out of stock. I see there are a few other options on the Internet for vendors, but Riv's price is competitive with them, and I like to

Re: [RBW] Re: List of RBW Bikes

Chris - Those are off-the-charts gorgeous! Is that yours? - 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

Re: [RBW] Re: List of RBW Bikes

Cyclocross vs. Mountain (or Mountain/Expeditiion) production? Both are about the rarest. I've heard rumors that there were less than 5 produced of the M/E - I had posted that same image of that one on the undeveloped "Gen1" page - http://www.cyclofiend.com/rbw/gen1/#mtnframe Here's a Cyclocro

Re: [RBW] Re: List of RBW Bikes

Another On Monday, January 26, 2015 at 11:16:10 AM UTC-6, Chris Lampe 2 wrote: > > This Rivendell mountain bike photo may just be my favorite of all time: > > >

Re: [RBW] Re: List of RBW Bikes

This Rivendell mountain bike photo may just be my favorite of all time: On Monday, January 26, 2015 at 10:32:46 AM UTC-6, Montclair BobbyB wrote: > > Riv Mountain ?? Wow, what

RE: [RBW] Re: List of RBW Bikes

Beautiful bike From: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com [mailto:rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Jim M. Sent: Monday, January 26, 2015 11:53 AM To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Subject: Re: [RBW] Re: List of RBW Bikes On Monday, January 26, 2015 at 8:32:46 AM UTC-8, Montclair

[RBW] Re: Small Stash of Readers and a few BQ's - Free for Shipping

"We have a winner! No more calls, please! Thanks to everyone who responded! I have multiple people who would like the Readers/BQ's. The 10 years of BIKE Magazines are still available. It's two full Banker's Boxes. Will probably be donating those to either the Mountain Bike Museum in Fair

[RBW] Re: FT - Looking for Noodles and SA saddle

Hi, I have a Sella Anatomica saddle that has less than 100 mi on it. It just doesn't work for me. $80 + shipping. Please reply to sbauman...@earthlink.net. Regards, steve On Monday, January 26, 2015 at 1:26:53 AM UTC-5, stonehog wrote: > > I have a few items that I would put forth as a trade offe

Re: [RBW] Re: List of RBW Bikes

On Monday, January 26, 2015 at 8:32:46 AM UTC-8, Montclair BobbyB wrote: > > Riv Mountain ?? Wow, what was that ?? Here's a Riv Mountain on Flickr: https://www.flickr.com/photos/15750548@N04/4019037057/ I've never seen one in person but have seen maybe 2 up for sale ever. I don't know how man

[RBW] Re: Tire Pressure Revolution

John, I have Marathon Supreme's and they are great tires...very tough and flat resistant and much lighter than most other tires with the equivalent toughness and flat resistance. Call it a medium weight tire with heavy weight toughness. But, no...they are not "considered supple". Not the stiff

[RBW] Re: WTB: sackville saddle bag or similar

I have a Carradice that is about the width of a Sackville Saddlesack Small but not as deep. Scroll through these four photos for sense of size and condition. Maybe $20 + shipping (or free sf bay area pickup)? https://www.flickr.com/photos/129545862@N03/15753683233/ John On Wednesday, Janu

RE: [RBW] Re: List of RBW Bikes

Also Betty Foy. From: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com [mailto:rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of David Sprunger Sent: Monday, January 26, 2015 6:28 AM To: RBW Owners Bunch Subject: Re: [RBW] Re: List of RBW Bikes I'm not sure where they fit in the list (maybe near the Quickbeam?),

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[RBW] Re: Tire Pressure Revolution

Are there any resources that list tires that fall into the "supple" category (or those that do not)? I've been debating going to a 32 or 35c Marathon Supreme for a road tire. Is that considered supple? Also, based on your findings, it sounds like 35 might be preferable since the larger size

Re: [RBW] Re: List of RBW Bikes

Yep, that's the Mystery Bike, also known as HS and Bosco Rubbe (or was it Rosco Bubbe?). The Appaloosa name is apparently headed to a different bike which will actually see production. On Monday, January 26, 2015 at 8:11:22 AM UTC-8, Surlyprof wrote: > > > I didn't see the Appaloosa on your list

Re: [RBW] Re: List of RBW Bikes

I didn't see the Appaloosa on your list (or is that technically the Protovelo "Mystery Bike" you're talking about?). I'm referring to the big, green bike Keven rides to RBW. On Monday, January 26, 2015 at 6:52:32 AM UTC-8, Joe Bernard wrote: > I can't believe I missed almost all of the mixte

Re: [RBW] FT - Looking for Noodles and SA saddle

Hi Brian, We met last Summer at the Jamboree. I'm the Jim with the proto-2TT-Hunqapillar with the same paint as yours. Any interest in straight up trading the Green Brooks B17 Special for my SA saddle, brown. We could each ship to each other, and handle our own shipping costs separately. If th

[RBW] Re: FS: lotsa parts

Nope, that's internet-bob. On Sunday, January 25, 2015 at 6:32:20 PM UTC-8, Justin August wrote: > > I believe prices are required. -- 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

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I can't believe I missed almost all of the mixtes. I rode a red Wilbury at Riv HQ, and dearly wish I had taken that baby home. There's the Mystery Bike, too, which Pudge owns. 9 or 10 were built, which qualifies it as its own Rivendell model. -- You received this message because you are subscr

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