[RBW] Thank you!

Happy American thanksgiving from a Canadian! I don't normally "do" forums, mainly because of all the bashing from Internet no-it-alls who apparently live to belittle people's comments - do you even ride bros? - but this group is a wealth of knowledge and inspiration. So, thanks for keeping it r

[RBW] Carlsbad Post-Turkey Ride?

Hi Everyone, I need some incentive to get out of the house on Friday morning. Anyone want to go for a ride from Synaptic Cycles World Headquarters in Carlsbad? Rollout at 9am. Distance and pace to be democratically decided. Happy Thanksgiving Everyone! Joe Joe Bartoe Synaptic Cycles Bicycle R

[RBW] Big Ol' Clem.

Looks good my large Clem riding brother! Love mine too. Yours makes me want to swap out the boscos for some Albas. However the more I ride the boscos the more I appreciate them. I just prefer the look of the albatross and quill stem. Happy riding! Tim -- You received this message because you

[RBW] Big Ol' Clem.

Where can I get the rear hub like you have with 7-sp free hub? I like 7speed cassettes but have to use a spacer on my modern 8,9,10 freehub. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving em

[RBW] Re: Thank you!

I've learned a lot just by being here. You guys are all great. Thank you! On Wednesday, November 25, 2015 at 7:45:41 AM UTC-5, JohnS wrote: > > I just wanted to take advantage of the Thanksgiving holiday to say thank > you for your insight, humor, opinions and pictures! All them help to > moti

[RBW] Taper on the RBW Sugino XD2 Crank

JIS -- 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-owners-bunch@goog

[RBW] Re: FS: Waterford Rivendell Road Standard/Custom

Wow. A lot of unexpected, but lively and good discussion here, but now it's seeming to get a bit off-topic. Back on topic... to address a few points that I have received privately and on the list related to this particular frame, or complete bike if you choose: Model: I'm 99% sure this is a

[RBW] Re: Purple for a Riv?

That's my bike! Was just about to post a picture. Thanks Mark. Regards, Corwin On Saturday, September 5, 2015 at 11:00:58 AM UTC-7, ma...@rivbike.com wrote: > > How about something like this custom? > > > > > On Tuesday, September 1, 2015 at 11:51:36 AM UTC-7, RJM wrote: >> >> As soon as I s

[RBW] Taper on the RBW Sugino XD2 Crank

Also jis bc I've used his with this specific crankset. Sugino 75 is the only crank that Sugino makes that is ISO. -- 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 emai

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: Waterford Rivendell Road Standard/Custom

Just read the review again after...23 years. I thought it was a bit related to the other thread getting lots of attention, the one having to do with saving ourselves from ourselves. Anyway, n

Re: [RBW] Re: Clem for my husband

That's a great story, Leah. Congratulations to both of you. Maybe he needs a railroad shirt from Rivendell to help expand his sartorial choices? dougP On Wednesday, November 25, 2015 at 4:37:34 PM UTC-8, LeahFoy wrote: > > It wasn't the extra wobble in his ride, or the inexplicably crooked

[RBW] Re: Thank you!

You know it! Always thankful for this group! -liesl -- 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

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: Waterford Rivendell Road Standard/Custom

Just for the heck of it, I dug up the copy of my old mag with the Scorcher on the cover, brake in evidence: > >

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: Waterford Rivendell Road Standard/Custom

I'm pretty sure the guys at Ibis, talented as they were (the handlebars were fabricated down the street) did not make the front sidepull on my 1993 Scorcher, which came stock with 41mm Specialized Nimbus tires (and actual or not, they were pretty damn fat). I'm not sure the exact model, but if

[RBW] Re: Taper on the RBW Sugino XD2 Crank

Call RBW for the most complete and accurate info. -- 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 t

Re: [RBW] Re: thinking about going 11 speed, does anyone make a 12-32?

Jim, I see in your next post you found it. Please let us know how it works out for you. Hope I wasn't blowing smoke when I assumed you could get a 43t ring. In the why can't I get ... sniff dept. Why no 11,12,13,14,16,18,21,24,28,32 (or ...34) 10 spd? the 9 spd HG80 gives 11,12,13,14,16,18,21,24

[RBW] Re: Taper on the RBW Sugino XD2 Crank

http://www.suginoltd.co.jp/us/products/touring/xd.html While it doesn't specifically say it's "XD2" info, all cranksets seem to be JIS taper. On Wednesday, November 25, 2015 at 5:27:46 PM UTC-7, John Hawrylak wrote: > *Is the RBW Sugino XD2 triple crank a JIS or ISO taper.* > > My Shi

[RBW] Re: Clem for my husband

Great story, glad Rivelo had one for you. I understand the color, I don't like GREEN either, but I bought a 1988 Emerald Green Panasonic Schwinn Voyaguer off e-bay, and despite the color, I am happy with it's functionality. John Hawrylak Woodstown NJ On Sunday, November 22, 2015 at 2:37:42 P

[RBW] Taper on the RBW Sugino XD2 Crank

It's JIS I believe but some would say it doesn't even matter -- 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. T

Re: [RBW] Re: Clem for my husband

Great story Leah. Thanks for sharing with the group. It is beginning to feel like flannel shirt weather here in So. Cal. David P. -- 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 fr

Re: [RBW] Re: Clem for my husband

Thank you, Leah. Much appreciated! John and Darby at Rivelo in Sunny (really) Portland, Oregon On Wednesday, November 25, 2015 at 4:37:34 PM UTC-8, LeahFoy wrote: > > It wasn't the extra wobble in his ride, or the inexplicably crooked > handlebars, neither the SNAP that came from merely shiftin

[RBW] Non-Schwalbe Tire Recommendations for Large Clem.

Clement Xplor Mso is 700 x 40. Bruce Gordon Rock and Road is another option. -- 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...@go

Re: [RBW] Re: Clem for my husband

I am so happy for *you.* He will now share your affliction and it will be wonderful. May as well order the wald basket right now if you really want him to be able to carry the basketball. I would like to warn you not to let your husband ever meet or engage with Bill Lindsay as he then might

Re: [RBW] Re: Clem for my husband

That's the best thing I've read this week. It's not even close. Fan-Tas-Tic. Thank you for posting that Bill Lindsay El Cerrito CA On Wednesday, November 25, 2015 at 4:37:34 PM UTC-8, LeahFoy wrote: > > It wasn't the extra wobble in his ride, or the inexplicably crooked > handlebars, neither

Re: [RBW] Re: Clem for my husband

It wasn't the extra wobble in his ride, or the inexplicably crooked handlebars, neither the SNAP that came from merely shifting gears, nor the new creaking noises with every pedal stroke. Rather, it was his friend getting a new Specialized mountain bike that whet my husband's appetite for an up

[RBW] Re: Non-Schwalbe Tire Recommendations for Large Clem.

I've ridden noting but Schwalbe and now those 1.75 Kendra Kwik 7s? that came on the stock 52 Clem. Like you, I think the Clem is begging for a larger tire. I think my wife's small Clementine has Kendra 26 x 2.1, and they feel nice. Clems are supposed to fit a 60mm - 2.35 and that's what I'm goi

[RBW] Taper on the RBW Sugino XD2 Crank

*Is the RBW Sugino XD2 triple crank a JIS or ISO taper.* My Shimano BB spindle is JIS. The RBW Crank page does not state the required taper. Hard to believe its not JIS, but I want to be sure before I take the old crank off and put the XD 2 on. John Hawrylak Woodstown NJ -- You receive

[RBW] Re: 56CM Sam Hillborne - Double Top Tube

There are other choices besides the Albas and Albastaches. You could have a look at the MAP/Ahearne bar or the Jitensha Studio bar. These would give you a sportier position instead of the what I call the gentleman position that Albatross bars give you. -- You received this message because you

[RBW] Re: 56CM Sam Hillborne - Double Top Tube

Seems like if I put Albastache bars (or Moustache) and use my current shimano drop bar levers..I would still be too stretched out.. Now if I get bars with some mountain bike levers then I'd be better off? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners

[RBW] Big Ol' Clem.

Got around to taking photos of my large Clem today. Intended to earlier but just plain forgot to take photos as I was having fun riding. It'll get some temporary SKS P50 fenders as I contemplate tire selection, then probably the VO 63mm fluted aluminum fenders. Needs a rear rack. I have a Nitto

[RBW] Tires For Sale, or learning the hard way

1. One pr NIP 559 X 1.35" Kojaks, Folding, $60 SHIPPED CONUS. 2. One pair very lightly USED 559 X 1.35" Kojaks, < 100 miles, $50 shipped CONUS. 3. 1 single WTB Mutano Raptor 26 X 2.4, PLUS 1 single WTB Moto Raptor, 2.4, $30 shipped CONUS. Willing to trade for Elk Passes! Backstory. Executive Su

[RBW] Re: Non-Schwalbe Tire Recommendations for Large Clem.

The *Ardents* fit. They're huge and knobby, though. I'm guessing bigger than the Grifters. Likely the same casing. Could post a snapshot if needed. My rims are somewhat narrower (24mm) than the ones on the complete bikes, which will make a slight difference - but probably not enough to ma

Re: [RBW] Re: Smart Guys: Bicycle Helmets Reduce Injuries

As I pointed out in my 'anecdote,' concerns about lack of control or existence of cars weren't the reason helmets were developed, and they weren't the reason for the adoption of helmets by /your/ local bike club, back in the day. In fact, I'll tell you another anecdote. I started wearing a ho

[RBW] Re: Non-Schwalbe Tire Recommendations for Large Clem.

The Grifters fit? That's good to know. I'll be using aluminum fenders eventually with proper clearances, so I want to make sure there's enough room. The Vee Rubber 12 I just noticed, a little smaller than what I'd like but looks nice and affordable. David Chicago On Wednesday, November 25, 201

[RBW] Re: FS: Waterford Rivendell Road Standard/Custom

Thanks, Will, that's informative. I wonder if Jim has the date of the catalog page referenced in the original post. I suspect a claim of 35mm tire clearance would come after the bike was redesigned around the BR-600, and 32mm before, based on what you outline here. Anyway, if the bike clears 32

[RBW] RUSA Appreciation

That's how bad Brownback has destroyed the budget...he had to sell naming rights to the rivers. -- 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-

Re: [RBW] Re: Smart Guys: Bicycle Helmets Reduce Injuries

Your anecdote is interesting, but it has nothing to do with the statement I made. I believe a. many more people would ride bikes if cars were more under control, and b. many of them would not be concerned about a helmet. On Wednesday, November 25, 2015 at 9:32:14 AM UTC-5, Steve Palincsar wrote:

Re: [RBW] Re: Smart Guys: Bicycle Helmets Reduce Injuries

On 11/25/2015 01:46 PM, Doug Williams wrote: As a bicycle safety instructor, I am tired of people labeling cyclists as "good" or "bad" solely on the basis of helmet use. Riding the wrong way against traffic is just one example of bad (and quite common) behavior, but it is WAY more dangerous tha

[RBW] Re: Smart Guys: Bicycle Helmets Reduce Injuries

Here you go Ron Mc. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Risk_compensation How hard is it to use google? Sheeesh. On Wednesday, November 25, 2015 at 9:46:03 AM UTC-8, Clayton wrote: > > Ron, > > Really? There is a *subconscious* mental process called 'Risk > Compensation'. When I was involved

[RBW] Re: Thank you!

I am also thankful for this group. It is in total a fantastic bunch. There might be a little too much patronizing know-it-all-ism going on from time to time, some of which contributed by myself, but as one wise moderator put it: the signal to noise ratio is better here than most forums. I'

Re: [RBW] Re: thinking about going 11 speed, does anyone make a 12-32?

Ok, I'm a dork, was looking at the PG 1030 rather than the PG 1130. The 1130 does have the 11-12-13-14-15 at the bottom. Problem solved, now to implement... https://www.sram.com/sram/road/products/sram-pg-1130-cassette On Wed, Nov 25, 2015 at 11:35 AM, Jim Bronson wrote: > Ted, > > I got pretty

Re: [RBW] Re: Smart Guys: Bicycle Helmets Reduce Injuries

On 11/25/2015 03:08 PM, Garth wrote: This so called "minimzing risk" misses the mark completely ! As if "some" risk is better than some "other" amount . Of course a smaller risk is better than a greater risk. If you wait for cars to pass before you walk across the road, you are reducin

[RBW] Re: FS: Waterford Rivendell Road Standard/Custom

Dear Mark, Those are 32's in the frame (GB Cyprès are actual 32-622 tires whatever they're marked). A 32-622 ends up being about r = 344mm and a 48mm brake reach yields about exactly that, depending on the bridge/fork crown braze on dimensions. The Roads and "road standard" and "long-lows" w

[RBW] WTB Nitto Mark's Rack

Any one with one to sell. I'm a willing buyer and you can have $$ for the Holidays. John Hawrylak Woodstown NJ -- 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 ema

[RBW] Cheese Board but no Rivendell Jerseys?!

While a cheese board is a nice Xmas present, I'm still holding out for a nice sport wool Rivendell jersey. Will 2016 be the year of the jersey? http://www.rivbike.com/product-p/cutting-cheese.htm -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch"

[RBW] Re: Non-Schwalbe Tire Recommendations for Large Clem.

Replying to myself, here. I didn't read the part of your question, about 50mm being ideal. ( I always assume everyone has the same bigger-is-better bent as me.) In that case once again, I think you're going to have a hard time finding anything nicer than the Big Bens from Riv., but there are

[RBW] Re: Smart Guys: Bicycle Helmets Reduce Injuries

This so called "minimzing risk" misses the mark completely ! As if "some" risk is better than some "other" amount . As long as one believes one is even capable of harm , one is forever vulnerable and all the "safe measures" in the world are not and will never be enough to save anyone from t

[RBW] Re: 56CM Sam Hillborne - Double Top Tube

We were just talking about the rarely seen 56cm dtt canti sam in another thread. If there wasn't the hassle of selling my 56cm regular sam, I'd be all over this. I'll go counterpoint on albatross bars with a sam. For me (85-6 pbh) albatross bars put me way too upright. All of my bikes have uprig

[RBW] Re: Non-Schwalbe Tire Recommendations for Large Clem.

Maxxis makes some pretty good size tires. Torch 29x2.1 (53mm) Grifter 29x2.5 (63mm) Hookworm 29x2.5 (63mm) http://www.maxxis.com/tires/bicycle/urban The Grifter looks particularly good, for what you're describing. I agree with your effort: why not use the biggest tire you can fit?! But I hav

[RBW] Re: Polished Sugino Crankset

Looks like VO has plenty of shiny rings and cranks and cranksets... http://store.velo-orange.com/index.php/components/cranksets.html -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving ema

Re: [RBW] Re: Smart Guys: Bicycle Helmets Reduce Injuries

Is saying "You are riding on the wrong side of the road!" shaming? Is telling somebody who is wandering all over the road "Hold your line!" or "HEADS UP!" shaming? How about ringing your bell when somebody coming towards you on the bike trail wanders over into your lane? Is that shaming too?

[RBW] Re: 56CM Sam Hillborne - Double Top Tube

Switching to staches or Albas is easy. Doing drops is harder because you have to be careful to get the hoods lined up right on if you want them equal for hoods hand positioning. Since weight bearing hand positioning is dictated solely by the handlebar on Albas and staches (ie- you don't ride wit

[RBW] Re: Non-Schwalbe Tire Recommendations for Large Clem.

Agreed - but they don't make anything larger than 38mm in the size I need, which ends up being smaller than what I already have on my Clem. David Chicago On Wednesday, November 25, 2015 at 1:34:00 PM UTC-6, Lungimsam wrote: > I'd recommend Compass tires. They are very fine. > -- You received t

[RBW] Re: Smart Guys: Bicycle Helmets Reduce Injuries

Read on if you like . . . for a good dose of self-justification . http://www.anweald.co.uk/cyclehelmets.html http://www.cyclehelmets.org/ -- 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: Newest Rivendell poster child

Ah! That would explain the painfully ugly fender line. Not that I'll forgive her for riding a fixie anyway. I guess I have to give her points for having both front and rear brakes on a fixie. But really, does she look like she changes her own flats? No saddlebag...tools must be in her backpack

Re: [RBW] Non-Schwalbe Tire Recommendations for Large Clem.

Hi David and Patrick, How about the Continental Speed King? It is a high performance, light weight, hard pack MTB tire like the Furious Fred. It comes in 622-55, so a little bigger than the FF, I'm looking at it as a potential tire for my up coming Joe Appaloosa. These tires are light and fast

[RBW] Re: Non-Schwalbe Tire Recommendations for Large Clem.

I'd recommend Compass tires. They are very fine. -- 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 th

[RBW] Re: Newest Rivendell poster child

I think she done it on purpose because its a fixie to get the wheel out for a flat change. -- 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+

Re: [RBW] Re: Newest Rivendell poster child

LOL, hey...I noticed the fender issue too. No fender on the front, and the fender line on the rear is just terrible! Bars are too low and I don't like straight bars or single speeds. Frame is nice, though. I guess that we are a hopeless bunch. Doug On Wednesday, November 25, 2015 at 8:43:55 AM

[RBW] Re: Smart Guys: Bicycle Helmets Reduce Injuries

Will, I think we are on the same page. I don't think we should be shaming bicyclists for anything. I was just reacting to the people who say we should shame people for not wearing a helmet. But if not wearing a helmet is a decision that results in an accident that is a "shared event" that effe

[RBW] FS: B&M Eyc N Plus Dynamo Headlight

I had a plan to run dual Eyc headlights, but abandoned that idea as I'll supplement a single Eyc with the battery-powered Ixon Core (same beam as Eyc). So have an extra to sell. Looks like they can be had for a little over $50 shipped from European businesses, so I'll price this at $50 shipped a

Re: [RBW] Non-Schwalbe Tire Recommendations for Large Clem.

Hi Patrick, The non-Schwalbe qualifier is mainly because I'm already aware of those options and am curious about other manufacturers. David Chicago On Wednesday, November 25, 2015 at 12:12:03 PM UTC-6, Patrick Moore wrote: > > David: I know this violates the "not Schwalbe" criterion, but I have t

Re: [RBW] Non-Schwalbe Tire Recommendations for Large Clem.

I writ: They don't* feel* fast, but they *are* fast to gauge by the gearing and ease of maintaining cadence -- I find myself pushing a 73" gear surprisingly often, where with the B Apples I'd be in the 68 or even 64 -- and this on a bike that, overall, compared to my others, feels sluggish on pavem

Re: [RBW] Non-Schwalbe Tire Recommendations for Large Clem.

David: I know this violates the "not Schwalbe" criterion, but I have to put in a very good and loud word for the 622 X 50 Furious Fred. The tread is not quite "micro" but it is less than knobby (I do think that the "knoblets" help a bit on loose surfaces compared to, say, the tread on Big Apples),

[RBW] Re: Smart Guys: Bicycle Helmets Reduce Injuries

Ron, Really? There is a *subconscious* mental process called 'Risk Compensation'. When I was involved in professional mountain bike racing, I studied all the mental aspects that can affect an athletes performance and this was one of them. I have talked to psychologists about it. I also learne

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: Waterford Rivendell Road Standard/Custom

Hugh, Thanks. My experiences mirror Tim's. Pedal strike if I lean too far pedaling while turning. I love the 650b wheels/tires and I can fit fenders! A win-win for me. Photos of my build here: https://flickr.com/photos/86975051@N08/sets/72157646658697853 -Erl On Wednesday, November 25, 2015

[RBW] Re: Polished Sugino Crankset

On Tuesday, November 24, 2015 at 4:02:01 PM UTC-8, LBleriot wrote: > > Thanks Mark. I found a Zephyr 36T inner but am having trouble locating a > 48t outer. I may have to bite the bullet and shell out the $ to Harris > Cycles to get that mirror finish. Wiggle sells TA chainrings for about $5

[RBW] Non-Schwalbe Tire Recommendations for Large Clem.

I got a Clem frameset, built it up, and used 42mm actual Resist Nomads as I had them already. They work fine, but obviously this bike was made for something larger. So, looking for recommendations for 700c/29er tires - semi-slick tread, or micro-tread, or something that works fine on roads. I'll

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: Waterford Rivendell Road Standard/Custom

https://flickr.com/photos/86975051@N08/sets/72157646658697853 Oops-a linking fail. Erl -- 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+unsu

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: Waterford Rivendell Road Standard/Custom

https://flickr.com/photos/86975051@N08/sets/72157646658697853 -- 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: thinking about going 11 speed, does anyone make a 12-32?

Ted, I got pretty excited when I saw your post The 11-32 as you depict with 43/26 rings just about perfect replicates the 46/26 with my preferred spacing with close to 100 on the top end and around 21 on the low end. However, none of the SRAM cassettes I saw online include the 14 cog :( I just

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: Waterford Rivendell Road Standard/Custom

I can easily scrape a pedal if I'm cranking while leaned over in a turn. But, it's also quite easy to avoid that by not pedalling when leaned over in a turn. In exchange, the very low BB makes the bike handle great because my weight is so low. It also helps with flat-footing when stopped. In my

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: Waterford Rivendell Road Standard/Custom

Hugh I never have pedal strike issues on my 54.5 cm conversion. It's really a good bike to do it on. Sent from my iPhone > On Nov 25, 2015, at 12:13 PM, hsmitham wrote: > > That's really cool Erl. Did you notice any pedal strike tendencies with the > lower BB height? I figure it's a non is

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: Waterford Rivendell Road Standard/Custom

That's really cool Erl. Did you notice any pedal strike tendencies with the lower BB height? I figure it's a non issue with road riding. Tail Winds, ~Hugh On Wednesday, November 25, 2015 at 7:28:36 AM UTC-8, WETH wrote: > > My frame is similar to Tim's. Attached photo shows clearance under rea

[RBW] Re: Newest Rivendell poster child

David Person wrote: > > Not that anyone is looking at the bike > No kidding. Think I can get those boots in a size 15? Jeff Hagedorn Los Angeles, CA USA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and st

Re: [RBW] Re: Newest Rivendell poster child

Oh, the bike has fenders? Hadn't noticed ... --Eric N www.CampyOnly.com CampyOnlyGuy.blogspot.com Twitter: @CampyOnlyGuy > On Nov 25, 2015, at 10:20 AM, David Person wrote: > > No that anyone is looking at the bike, but that fender line could use some > serious work. > > David P. > >> On Wed

[RBW] Re: Smart Guys: Bicycle Helmets Reduce Injuries

Geez Doug, I think this shaming business is getting a little too deep. My suggestion, most simply put, is that one wears a helmet to protect their family. It's not a personal decision, it's a communal decision. It's not about shame. It's about risk evaluation. I reached that conclusion via pe

[RBW] Re: Newest Rivendell poster child

No that anyone is looking at the bike, but that fender line could use some serious work. David P. On Wednesday, November 25, 2015 at 5:22:47 AM UTC-8, Garth wrote: > > > > Fashionistas "just ride" too . . . . as does anyone wh

[RBW] Re: 56CM Sam Hillborne - Double Top Tube

Switching bars is SUCH a drag for me. I know others on this list switch cockpits at the drop of a hat. Why don't they live near me and teach me their magic? That said, I first fell in love with a Sam with albas. I switched to drops about a year ago, and I think I'll switch back when the choco mo

[RBW] Re: Smart Guys: Bicycle Helmets Reduce Injuries

Do you shame people who ride the wrong way against traffic? Or is that okay as long as they are wearing their helmet? Wearing a helmet is prudent. Again, I wear mine every time I ride. But it is the LEAST important safety measure that you can take behind (in order) 1. Bike Control, 2. Rule Co

[RBW] Re: 56CM Sam Hillborne - Double Top Tube

It's more of a reach problem. If I cannot sell this bike now/during the winter, I am switching to the bars you mention in the spring -- 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 fr

[RBW] Re: 56CM Sam Hillborne - Double Top Tube

Hmm are you having a problem with standover or reach? if it's reach, and you are ok switching to non-drops, these bikes work really well with albatross bars--which would help with the reach problem. IIRC a 55cm is only 1cm less on the reach, not sure on how much standover that will buy you.

Re: [RBW] Re: Smart Guys: Bicycle Helmets Reduce Injuries

On 11/25/2015 10:21 AM, Lungimsam wrote: For many years humans rode horses without helmets. Even now people ride horses without helmets, except for the dressage peeps, I think. I wonder if they have the same helmet issues as cyclists? People died from falls from horses all the time. -- You

[RBW] Re: Smart Guys: Bicycle Helmets Reduce Injuries

For many years humans rode horses without helmets. Even now people ride horses without helmets, except for the dressage peeps, I think. I wonder if they have the same helmet issues as cyclists? I don't buy the helmet-causes-rider-to-ride-more-risky idea either - there are a lot of other body par

[RBW] 56CM Sam Hillborne - Double Top Tube

I need a size smaller, I think. Bought this locally, it works, but I'd rather get something that fits me better. I do believe I would be better with a 55cm Sam (really my PBH is 83 so I guess anywhere from a 51-54? ) Other Riv's I'd be 56-58 if I am doing my math right? Anyways, this is in very

Re: [RBW] Re: Smart Guys: Bicycle Helmets Reduce Injuries

Michael, Good point about what helmets are designed to prevent. Last summer, during an otherwise pleasant off-road ride, I had a low speed crash

[RBW] Re: New Winter Project: Another 650B conversion, thanks in part to you

If you appreciate lugged or steel bikes, 1988 -89 is probably the end of the era for Schwinn and the other industry leaders. -- 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: Smart Guys: Bicycle Helmets Reduce Injuries

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Re: [RBW] Re: centerpull recommendations for a sam.

I have managed to snag a couple of decent condition Raids on eBay for a pretty good price - the last one was 17 Euros plus shipping. The trick I find is to set your location to France, and more seem to pop up. They aren't NOS, but you have a couple of options in terms of improving the hardware.

Re: [RBW] Re: Smart Guys: Bicycle Helmets Reduce Injuries

On 11/24/2015 10:30 PM, 'Mark in Beacon' via RBW Owners Bunch wrote: Can someone tell me how being killed by a motor vehicle on a bicycle is any different than being killed by a motor vehicle while walking? If it can save you in a bike/car collision, it can save you in a person/car collision.

Re: [RBW] Re: centerpull recommendations for a sam.

On 11/25/2015 12:04 AM, Lungimsam wrote: Where can one purchase Mafac center pulls? Are they long reach enough for 650b? Mafac is long gone, although old ones can be had on ebay. The one you want for a 650B bike is the RAID. Generally the Racer, the one you'll find in the old parts bucket

[RBW] Re: Thank you!

What he said! With abandon, Patrick On Wednesday, November 25, 2015 at 5:45:41 AM UTC-7, JohnS wrote: > > I just wanted to take advantage of the Thanksgiving holiday to say thank > you for your insight, humor, opinions and pictures! > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: Waterford Rivendell Road Standard/Custom

On 11/25/2015 07:50 AM, 'Mark in Beacon' via RBW Owners Bunch wrote: /Fully lugged wrote: Tire size is always a function of available brakes./ I don't think there were many years in which a sidepull of one brand or another was not produced that could clear a 35mm tire. (Sorry about the awkwa

[RBW] Re: Thank you!

Second that, JohnS. Happy Thanksgiving and subsequent post-turkey riding you and all. Andy Cheatham Pitttsburgh On Wednesday, November 25, 2015 at 7:45:41 AM UTC-5, JohnS wrote: > > I just wanted to take advantage of the Thanksgiving holiday to say thank > you for your insight, humor, opinions

Re: [RBW] Re: Smart Guys: Bicycle Helmets Reduce Injuries

On 11/25/2015 08:23 AM, Ron Mc wrote: if you haven't fallen off your bike yet, you will - that is the event that makes you ride with trepidation. You bet. Even the most experience and the greatest care won't keep this from happening. Random chance: a couple of months ago, a guy in our bike

Re: [RBW] Re: Smart Guys: Bicycle Helmets Reduce Injuries

Wow. I almost never say anything out loud about wearing a helmet and I almost never post to a topic with more than 25 previous entries, but here I go with both some personal points of observation and perhaps some clarification of what we mean by accident. First, for disclosure. I almost (95%

Re: [RBW] Re: Smart Guys: Bicycle Helmets Reduce Injuries

if you haven't fallen off your bike yet, you will - that is the event that makes you ride with trepidation. On Wednesday, November 25, 2015 at 7:19:28 AM UTC-6, Ron Mc wrote: > > if you ride in pedestrians and deer, you should add a bell. If you ride > in traffic you should have lights (the p

[RBW] Re: Newest Rivendell poster child

Fashionistas "just ride" too . . . . as does anyone who rides -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving e

Re: [RBW] Re: Smart Guys: Bicycle Helmets Reduce Injuries

if you ride in pedestrians and deer, you should add a bell. If you ride in traffic you should have lights (the pedestrians like a solid headlight, too - they thank me all the time for my light and bell) On Wednesday, November 25, 2015 at 7:06:57 AM UTC-6, Ron Mc wrote: > > You are never going t

Re: [RBW] Re: Smart Guys: Bicycle Helmets Reduce Injuries

Nah... it's OK. It's getting cold out. We have snow and ice in the Midwest (I am in Wisconsin), so a bit of civilized debating isn't out of order. Hanging the bike on the hooks for a few months is tough. On Wednesday, November 25, 2015 at 7:06:57 AM UTC-6, Ron Mc wrote: > > You are never going

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