[RBW] Re: Confession! I bought a mountain bike

I've long felt that interest in vintage mountain bikes is more for how cool they look, and less any real intention to shred singletrack on a regular basis. When it comes to that activity I suspect most of us are quite content with modern frames, suspension, disk brakes and clickety-clack shifti

[RBW] Re: Luxos U or Edelux?

I have the Edelux II; chosen because I liked the aluminum housing/glass lens vs. the plastic of the Luxos models. I don't really mind the lack of charger on the Luxos U because I am normally close enough to civilization. I have also seen others' Luxos models and the wiring out of the back looks

[RBW] Re: Luxos U or Edelux?

I have both and from experience the Luxus U does not charge all that well as the cache isn't big enough. At least it isn't for my iPhone 6+ and have had 3 others in my area with them have the same problems. Edelux - clean, bright and automatic. Just works and is perfect. Luxus U - Big,

[RBW] Re: The Manny Strap?

Dear Doug, I was pretty worried about the rider that went over the handlebars. He recovered fine, but that's a crash I never, ever want to see again, and his hands were a bruised mess afterward too. A flat-brim cap and no gloves didn't help mitigate the damage, either. He rode strongly, though,

[RBW] Re: FS Components and Clothes mostly NIB

Sorry both the pants and knickers are gone the only thing left is the DeMarchi Sweater/Jersey R On Tuesday, September 29, 2015 at 3:56:43 PM UTC-7, Thomas Lynn Skean wrote: > > Hi! > > Wondering if my reply-to-author a couple days ago went astray. > > Are the pants still available? > > Yours, >

Re: [RBW] Confession! I bought a mountain bike

Nice! I'm in the same boat. I sold a bike (which may or may not have been a Rivendell, but was definitely not my Hunqapillar) and getting a trek fuel with hydraulic disks, thru axle, crabon,120mm travel, no where for racks or bags, and only one water bottle cage (which I really hate that last po

[RBW] Re: The Manny Strap?

Will: First of all, my heart goes out to the rider who suffered a concussion because his front load broke down. There is Exhibit 1 for the Manny strap. Sometimes the situation warrants belts'n'suspenders. It's interesting to note that chains did not cause problems, despite the common wisdom

[RBW] Re: Luxos U or Edelux?

Dear Zach, The early Luxos U lights had reliability issues. I have used the Luxos B (same light but fewer features) and Edelux II, and I'd go for the Edelux II or the Cyo II over the Luxos for the smaller size and equivalent performance, but they're all wonderful lights. If I needed a USB power

[RBW] Re: The Manny Strap?

Dear David, That second round of security is not a bad idea on rough roads. The "manny strap" would have saved a recent super-fast test-rider from a nasty crash and (I think, given the immediately subsequent violent vomiting) concussion when the aluminum nut-sert in the fork crown of his proto

[RBW] rivbike Today only: WEB SPECIALS

Uh yeah I wish... -- 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

Re: [RBW] FS: Simple One 62CM frame, new in box.

I have a 60cm... I love this bike. Somebody jump on this opportunity!!! -- 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...@googleg

Re: [RBW] Confession! I bought a mountain bike

Nice choice, Bill. Niner fan for life...(2 MCRs and a SIR9)... awesome bikes, they make me feel one with virtually any trail. -- 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: Albastashes on a Cheviot; advice sought!

I completely missed that. Matt On Tuesday, September 29, 2015 at 10:37:40 AM UTC-7, Will wrote: > > I get that you've investigated saddles. > > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receivi

[RBW] Re: Luxos U or Edelux?

Have owned both; prefer the Luxos. -- 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, sen

[RBW] Re: Luxos U or Edelux?

I have both (on different bikes, natch). They both work exceptionally well. The U is somewhat more rough and tumble looking. However, the Edelux cast aluminum is really quite well made. The U is on a bike that in theory I will ride places I cannot find a regular source of electric to cha

[RBW] WTB 650B wheelset

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Re: [RBW] The Manny Strap?

Sorry Bill, that product already exists. It's called DougTape, and hurts twice as much if you sport facial hair. dougP On Tuesday, September 29, 2015 at 5:07:17 PM UTC-7, Bill Lindsay wrote: > > Yes, that fantastic. If they made a product or accessory named after me, > it would probably be "B

Re: [RBW] Confession! I bought a mountain bike

I'm not sure if this is any better, but I managed to buy one of your bikes, Bill, AND somehow the balance of bikes in my stable was thrown off with the introduction of the Hilsen, which resulted in me buying a mountain bike as well. I had some sound reasoning at the time, just don't ask me to share

Re: [RBW] Confession! I bought a mountain bike

Secret MTB confession time: I'm really looking hard at one of these . On Tue, Sep 29, 2015 at 5:21 PM, Bill Lindsay wrote: > A couple months back I put 5 bikes up for sale, needing to sell 2. Turns > out I sold 3. I nee

Re: [RBW] WTB 650B wheelset

I'd also try this inquiry on the 650B group. On Sep 29, 2015 20:03, "allan ludwig" wrote: > I'm Looking for a 650B wheelset for a Belriot build i'm working on. 135mm > spacing. Thanks! > > -Allan > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups > "RBW Owners Bunc

Re: [RBW] FS: Simple One 62CM frame, new in box.

If it were a 64... On Tue, Sep 29, 2015 at 2:42 PM, Montclair BobbyB wrote: > No takers on this? Tempting... > > -- > 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

[RBW] WTB 650B wheelset

I'm Looking for a 650B wheelset for a Belriot build i'm working on. 135mm spacing. Thanks! -Allan -- 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-owner

[RBW] rivbike Today only: WEB SPECIALS

Damn an extra $300 off some already discounted bikes. All too big for me though https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ryDOy3AosBw -- 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,

Re: [RBW] Confession! I bought a mountain bike

Be sure to report on how it rides; if you can compare how the Niner does on technical singletrack compared to a Bombadil or Hunq or even an early 90s steel mtb, I'd find that comparison very interesting. The cockpit, compared to the low, long and stretched out ones I am familiar with since my last

Re: [RBW] The Manny Strap?

On Tuesday, September 29, 2015 at 5:19:09 PM UTC-7, cyclot...@gmail.com wrote: > > More like > [image: Inline image 1] > > On Tue, Sep 29, 2015 at 5:11 PM, Eric Norris > wrote: >

[RBW] Luxos U or Edelux?

It'a getting to be that time of year that I can no longer make due without a full-powered light. I had the front wheel on my Hillborne built with a Shimano dyno hub, and I am now in a position to afford a light to complete the set-up. I know lots has been written about these two lights, but I'm

[RBW] Confession! I bought a mountain bike

A couple months back I put 5 bikes up for sale, needing to sell 2. Turns out I sold 3. I needed to raise funds and also clear garage space for my new career as Team Mechanic for El Cerrito High School Mountain Bike Racing. Go Gauchos! Anyhow, two bikes went directly to listers, and one went

Re: [RBW] The Manny Strap?

Touched? https://youtu.be/KW-HxJ20Xho?t=7s --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com www.campyonly.com campyonlyguy.blogspot.com > On Sep 29, 2015, at 5:00 PM, cyclotourist wrote: > > First the Gino mount, now the Manny strap. We truly are touched by greatness > here! > > On Tue, Sep 29, 2015 at 4:2

Re: [RBW] The Manny Strap?

Yes, that fantastic. If they made a product or accessory named after me, it would probably be "Bill Tape" which you install on your face before you say something rude or know-it-all-ish. Word-leak-prevention-strips. On Tuesday, September 29, 2015 at 5:00:13 PM UTC-7, cyclot...@gmail.com wro

Re: [RBW] The Manny Strap?

First the Gino mount, now the Manny strap. We truly are touched by greatness here! On Tue, Sep 29, 2015 at 4:25 PM, Eric Norris wrote: > … and a strapping lad, from what I hear. > > --Eric Norris > campyonly...@me.com > www.campyonly.com > campyonlyguy.blogspot.com > > On Sep 29, 2015, at 4:11 P

Re: [RBW] The Manny Strap?

… and a strapping lad, from what I hear. --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com www.campyonly.com campyonlyguy.blogspot.com > On Sep 29, 2015, at 4:11 PM, dougP wrote: > > The man is a legend. > > dougP > > On Tuesday, September 29, 2015 at 1:18:42 PM UTC-7, David Banzer wrote: > Picked up a che

[RBW] Re: FS: Simple One 62CM frame, new in box.

That seems a perfect replacement, then. I hope you can ride again soon! Philip www.biketinker.com On Tuesday, September 29, 2015 at 2:27:00 PM UTC-7, David Spranger wrote: > > So tempting... > > that I may just broach this sensitive subject with my spouse. This is the > same frame that I was

Re: [RBW] Re: My Touring Bike

It is a nice build. On Tue, Sep 29, 2015 at 5:06 PM, Michael Hechmer wrote: > Very nicely done. Nothing unusual, just bringing it all together in a > single package. How does it handle with a full basket? Do you ever think > that a dbl TT would improve it in any way? > Michael > > On Monday,

[RBW] Re: The Manny Strap?

The man is a legend. dougP On Tuesday, September 29, 2015 at 1:18:42 PM UTC-7, David Banzer wrote: > > Picked up a cheapy Soma front rack from the LBS today and it came with a > strap, dubbed "The Manny Strap" with instructions on how to use it. > Thought I'd pass this along to those who haven

[RBW] Re: My Touring Bike

Very nicely done. Nothing unusual, just bringing it all together in a single package. How does it handle with a full basket? Do you ever think that a dbl TT would improve it in any way? Michael On Monday, September 28, 2015 at 6:21:23 PM UTC-4, Trenker wrote: > > >

[RBW] Re: FS Components and Clothes mostly NIB

Hi! Wondering if my reply-to-author a couple days ago went astray. Are the pants still available? Yours, Thomas Lynn Skean -- 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: The Manny Strap?

Excellent! I knew Manny was famous (and rightly so), but now he's immortal. -- 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...@goog

[RBW] Re: Autumn Aspen Ride

I find it illustrative in that video to see how smooth the line of my head is vs. the bouncing like of the Hunqapillar. Here's to knees and elbows as 18" of shock absorption! Grin. With abandon, Patrick On Monday, September 28, 2015 at 7:55:11 PM UTC-6, Deacon Patrick wrote: > > The aspen are s

[RBW] Re: FS: Simple One 62CM frame, new in box.

So tempting... that I may just broach this sensitive subject with my spouse. This is the same frame that I was hit on earlier this year. I miss that bike so much it hurts and I haven't yet rode any bike since. This is/was my favorite. David Charlotte, NC On Sunday, September 27, 2015 at 1:

[RBW] Re: The Manny Strap?

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[RBW] Re: Tires for the Hillborne

Oh, and I forgot about sidepulls. If it is a Hillborne with sidepulls I'd run 38s and call it a day. If it is a Hillborne with cantilevers then you could likely do more. If it was a Hillborne with centerpulls, I'm not sure...maybe? On Tuesday, September 29, 2015 at 10:20:54 AM UTC-7, Micha

[RBW] Re: Tires for the Hillborne

I'm running Barlow Pass 700c x 38 with SKS P50 fenders. Limiting factor with this set up is the hight clearance of the fenders at the fork and brake bridge attachment points. I have the bracket(s) attached as high up as possible, yet these are the two spots where the fender is closest to the

[RBW] Re: Autumn Aspen Ride

Here's a video at the top of one of the ridges, just as it begins to drop down. The trail is quite smooth here and fun to ride fast ... until round the bend. Grin. https://www.flickr.com/photos/32311885@N07/21630167249/in/dateposted-public/ With abandon, Patrick On Monday, September 28, 2015 a

[RBW] FS: Simple One 62CM frame, new in box.

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[RBW] Re: Morning Rendezvous

Tony, That's funny. I was on my way up from DC to VA on my Hillborne and happened to spot an orange Hillborne with mustache bars on the Custis trail. We were both biking opposite directions, but both said "Nice bike!" as we passed. Pretty sure that's the same one. Love seeing other Riv riders a

[RBW] Re: Morning Rendezvous

What a happy coincidence! If that ever happened around here, I'd probably pass out from shock. Chris Johnson Sanger, Texas -- 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: Albastashes on a Cheviot; advice sought!

I get that you've investigated saddles. I put a Brooks B72 on wife's bike. Worked. It's wide, very comfortable, and disperses weight really well. On Monday, September 28, 2015 at 7:57:11 PM UTC-5, Liesl wrote: > > Hi Friends, need the advice of the collective! My partner Erin has > decided that

[RBW] Re: Carless? How many miles per day do you ride?

I've experienced the aggression you're referring to in the east bay hills. I don't have any answer to you other than I suffer through it as well. Still, the cars don't really slow me down much. If they're going very slow or stop I can almost always slip right by. And yes, when I'm climbing with

Re: [RBW] Re: Carless? How many miles per day do you ride?

My wife and I both have Rivs with a Yepp mini mount on the stem and a GMG 911 easily swappable between our rear racks. We can haul one or both kids. Cargo goes in the front basket. Elementary school is less than a mile and half away and starts early so is easily done before work. Some errands,

[RBW] Re: Morning Rendezvous

Now THAT'S a top tube. No 2TT required. What a wondrous, serendipitous fortune! With abandon, Patrick On Tuesday, September 29, 2015 at 11:14:46 AM UTC-6, Tony DeFilippo wrote: > > Awesome to meet another Riv rider in the flesh, great looking bike Ryan! > > Tony > > https://goo.gl/photos/PSciSYL

[RBW] Re: Tires for the Hillborne

If your 56 is as old as mine (purchased new in December 2009), then it might have a little less clearance than the newer ones. I have a bunch of photos of mine with Rock and Roads with no fenders, and I went out of my way to get some clearance shots, since that's what people want to see. ALBUM

[RBW] Re: Albastashes on a Cheviot; advice sought!

Lies, Have either of you considered simply replacing the seat? Most LBS's will work with you and let you try before you buy. This would be easier and less costly than replacing the whole cockpit. Matt -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners

[RBW] Re: Tires for the Hillborne

Important note, this is a 56cm Hillborne built for 700c wheels On Tuesday, September 29, 2015 at 9:38:43 AM UTC-7, Michael Ullmer wrote: > > I'm completing a build on a new Sam Hillborne frame I got from a fellow > list member and one of the last pieces to the puzzle are the tires. I'm > wonderi

[RBW] Tires for the Hillborne

Mike unsure of what size you have but I can fit 650bx42 under 50mm tires. I currently run 650bx43 rock n roads under 50 fenders that I had to chop and modify to give enough vertical clearance. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" grou

[RBW] Morning Rendezvous

On my way into work this morning I found myself behind a sweet looking orange dtt Sam. Turns out it was list member Rush who had just recently built up the frame he had purchased from other list member Paul What a small world! As luck would have it Ryan and I both work at the Washington Na

[RBW] Re: Albastashes on a Cheviot; advice sought!

Hi Liesl, Olipop (Olivier Chételat) has the h-bar overlay image on his Flickr: https://www.flickr.com/photos/olipop/8915626620/in/album-72157640907162813/ Also check out the overlays of the Bosco and Albatross, and Moustache and Albastache. https://www.flickr.com/photos/olipop/albums/721576409071

[RBW] Tires for the Hillborne

I'm completing a build on a new Sam Hillborne frame I got from a fellow list member and one of the last pieces to the puzzle are the tires. I'm wondering what the largest size tires are that I can use with fenders on a Sam Hillborne? Any recommendations? Thanks! -- You received this message be

[RBW] Re: Albastashes on a Cheviot; advice sought!

L, sounds like you've worked through this already, but as others have mentioned, the Alba*tross* is lower and more forward than the Boscos. Direct swap of mountain-style levers as well. I've swapped between the two on the same stem, and for me, the Boscos are too close, whilst the Albas are to

[RBW] Re: [RBW Stolen Sam Hillborne

I took the decals off of my rivendell quickbeam. It didn't have the cream head tube, so it was just a solid green bike, with only the head badge and it didn't look that different from any other older bike out there. Lots of people asked me how old it was assuming I had repainted an old frame.

Re: [RBW] Re: Country Bike Rally in Michigan 2015

We had a great weekend. The recap of the weekend is here. Marc On Friday, September 25, 2015 at 11:59:42 AM UTC-4, Montclair BobbyB wrote: > > Hey Marc: Sending good vibes to you and all the CBR Michigan riders for a > s

Re: [RBW] Re: Stolen Sam Hillborne

We probably lived in the same building! The big 4 story walk up on the corner. I was there from 1987-1990-ish on the 4th floor. Split the place with 4 friends. It was run by University City Housing. The Thriftway (we called it the Theftway) supermarket was right across the street. I commuted by

Re: [RBW] My Touring Bike

Great looking touring rig. I find it remarkable that Grant can get the proportions on the bikes to look so "normal" (i.e., "nice") from the smallest sizes to the largest ones. Happy riding! shoji On Tuesday, September 29, 2015 at 7:46:44 AM UTC-4, Mark Etze wrote: > > Awesome, I love seeing t

Re: [RBW] Re: [RBW Stolen Sam Hillborne

On Tue, Sep 29, 2015 at 6:53 AM, Allingham II, Thomas J wrote: > That's one of the saddest things, to me -- she loved the bike, but doesn't > want a similar replacement. She's afraid it would be a thug magnet, and has > decided to go back to commuting on an old gas pipe Schwinn. It's a shame.

Re: [RBW] My Touring Bike

Awesome, I love seeing these rare big Atlantiss. I have seen the 68cm ones but never a 66cm. -- 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: [RBW Stolen Sam Hillborne

That's one of the saddest things, to me -- she loved the bike, but doesn't want a similar replacement. She's afraid it would be a thug magnet, and has decided to go back to commuting on an old gas pipe Schwinn. It's a shame. > On Sep 29, 2015, at 12:46 AM, Philip Williamson > wrote: > > Th

[RBW] Re: Stolen Sam Hillborne

Very good news that she is safe- never a good thing to engage those who are operating on Maslov's Hierarchy (the physiological needs version). Too often we read about bad outcomes even when compliant in moment like hers, like the stories of shootings over shoes. When you live among, have and tr

[RBW] Re: FS Waterford T-14 64cm

Nice looking, well designed frame. Unfortunately I don't have room in the garage for another bike. Michael On Monday, September 28, 2015 at 9:16:20 PM UTC-4, fattirefool wrote: > > Waterford Precision Cycles T-14 touring frameset for sale. Nice condition > with some scuffs and scratches touche