[RBW] Re: Clem Rack Pannier rails?

There you go - thanks, Howard. I couldn't get to it until this afternoon. On Friday, January 8, 2016 at 10:53:47 AM UTC-7, Howard Hatten wrote: > > Zed, > The mounting holes are 10.7 in. ctr. to ctr. > The drop is 1.5 in. > The dia. is small, a hair under 5/16 > Hope this helps > Howard --

Re: [RBW] FS Misc, mostly vintage bits; bullmoose, super setback post, pedals, cranks, levers

I sent this privately but thought others may want to know as well, it's standard 1", 22.2. Best, Eric On Friday, January 8, 2016 at 1:19:52 PM UTC-5, Shawn Granton wrote: > > > On Friday, January 8, 2016 at 9:15:22 AM UTC-8, EGNolan wrote: >> >> Cro-Mo Bullmoose from Schwinn Sierra: $25 >> > >

Re: [RBW] FS Misc, mostly vintage bits; bullmoose, super setback post, pedals, cranks, levers

They're both doubles. On Friday, January 8, 2016 at 12:51:06 PM UTC-5, Jim Bronson wrote: > > is the 5500 crank arm for the right side double or triple? assume double? > or is the crankarm indpendent of the crank bolt sockets. > > I have a 6503 that's pretty sad looking, would like to replace

Re: [RBW] Re: Rust-proofing your frames

I've bought Boeshield at Lee Valley in the recent past. Some LBSs carry it too. KJ On Friday, January 8, 2016 at 1:59:20 PM UTC-5, Ryan Fleming wrote: > > Hi Mark...I would definitely spray something in your frame...we've used > Boeshield and LPS3 and I've had my frames sprayed a couple of

[RBW] FS: Canvas Bags.

I started making up a batch of standard bags during November/December in olive green, mostly to take photographs of these standard models that I hope to keep an inventory of. I'm deciding to go with a canvas fabric that's a slightly different shade of green, so I need to make up those instead

Re: [RBW] FS Misc, mostly vintage bits; bullmoose, super setback post, pedals, cranks, levers

is the 5500 crank arm for the right side double or triple? assume double? or is the crankarm indpendent of the crank bolt sockets. I have a 6503 that's pretty sad looking, would like to replace with a nicer looking 5500 or 6500. On Fri, Jan 8, 2016 at 11:15 AM, EGNolan

[RBW] Re: I Bailed Off Flicker

Indeed - I keep my Flickr subscription partially out of habit. But, even with all the "improvements" it still does a fine job. Yahoo ownership a minus. All the folks who I've been there with for the past (mumble-mumble) years a significant plus. Flickr has become the old bike shop on the

[RBW] Re: Clem Rack Pannier rails?

Zed, The mounting holes are 10.7 in. ctr. to ctr. The drop is 1.5 in. The dia. is small, a hair under 5/16 Hope this helps Howard -- 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

[RBW] Re: FS: HERON Touring 55cm complete build

> > Given the conversation and emails on this, I wanted to confirm how big a > tire would fit this frame, and turns out 700X40s will fit quite easily. > Plenty of head room at the fork and rear brake bridge. The tightest spot is > at the chainstays, but still there is room. These tires are

[RBW] Re: Rust-proofing your frames

Dear Mark, Another option: LPS 3 is commonly used in marine environments. It is available in Canada, at your local marina or possibly at your local hardware store. I got a spray can (close to a lifetime supply for me) at Ace Hardware. It feels

[RBW] wtb: Brooks B67 Short

Anyone with one to sell? Not picky on the color. Thanks!!! -- 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.

[RBW] Re: Clem Rack Pannier rails?

Thanks Howard, and Keith, both of you. Appreciate it. Now, to measure some stuff this evening and ponder. On Friday, January 8, 2016 at 12:53:47 PM UTC-5, Howard Hatten wrote: > > Zed, > The mounting holes are 10.7 in. ctr. to ctr. > The drop is 1.5 in. > The dia. is small, a hair under 5/16 >

Re: [RBW] Re: Rust-proofing your frames

Hi Mark...I would definitely spray something in your frame...we've used Boeshield and LPS3 and I've had my frames sprayed a couple of times over the years. I suspect your Atlantis was initially treated with Boeshield or LPS3 or some such, but the treatment does need to be periodically

[RBW] Re: 63cm Homer Hilsen For Sale

Ok, try this for pics. Sorry this is my first time using flickr https://www.flickr.com/photos/133523714@N05/albums/72157663230166206 On Thursday, January 7, 2016 at 5:04:53 PM UTC-7, Donald Funke wrote: > > Some nasty medical expenses force sale of one of my favorite bikes > 63cm Blue/Cream

[RBW] FS - Nitto lugged stem & cockpit stuff

For sale: Nitto lugged stem, 26 x 100mm, like new. $150. (Listed on the Riv site at $228.) Soma interruptor levers, silver, like-new, $28. Shimano Tiagra road levers, slight scuffing to the right side logo, $30. Pics: *https://www.flickr.com/photos/bikecrazy-paul/albums/72157660981689094* All

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: HERON Touring 55cm complete build

http://web.archive.org/web/20090510044006/http://www.heronbicycles.com/geometry.html 4 Common Foods 'Destroying' Your Digestive Health ... Hattaka K et al, "Effect of long term consumption of probiotic milk on ...

[RBW] Re: FS: HERON Touring 55cm complete build

Somebody really needs to buy this bike..it's a great frame with cool late-'90s Riv Catalogue parts. I had a Heron Road which turned out to be a smidge too big for me (54cm), but it had a magical ride, almost like there was a little electric motor hidden somewhere in those 531 tubes. And the

Re: [RBW] Re: San Marcos or Straggler 650B?

Thanks for the input, all. Very helpful. Thinking of pulling the trigger on a SM frameset and building one up. Or there seem to be a couple of 51cm completes on eBay right now. All reviews so far have been positive. Hoping I can replicate the feel of my Jones bars with some albatross/stache

Re: [RBW] Re: San Marcos or Straggler 650B?

My only thought on discs, is that stock/mass-produced bikes with discs have VERY stiff forks. I've ridden my Salsa La Cruz back to back with my Riv custom, same 40mm MSO tires, and WOW, what a difference in compliance between the two. The La Cruz is like riding a jack hammer. Riv is totally plush.

[RBW] FS: More stuff, road levers, Silver one-at-a-time bar-end

Trying to clear out extraneous bits I'm not using. Cane Creek for v-brakes, same RL520 model number as the Tektros I just sold, but priced higher new so there must be more aluminum in there somewhere. Silver, some scratches, nice hoods, good for the bike you lean against walls without a care,

[RBW] Re: FS: Canvas Bags.

Remaining bags: 1. Saddle Wedge - olive green - http://treetop.bigcartel.com/product/ready-made-saddle-wedge-olive-green - $55 2. Saddle Wedge - black - http://treetop.bigcartel.com/product/ready-made-saddle-wedge-black - $55 3. Saddlebag - olive green - pocket-less prototype design -

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: Canvas Bags.

Unsolicited product endorsement: I bought one of the basket bags, and it's great! Very nice, heavy canvas, quality leather, impeccable construction, great price. Great addition to a Wald basket! On Fri, Jan 8, 2016 at 4:26 PM, David Banzer wrote: > Remaining bags: > 1.

[RBW] FS: More stuff, road levers, Silver one-at-a-time bar-end

Levers are sold. People crazy bout levers tonight! Now who needs a shifter..? -- 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] Re: Tuning SunRace Thumbies

If you determine that the clicks are forcing you to put the shifter in a bad intermediate position, I will point out that I've confirmed that a Silver Downtube shifter will work on the Sun Race thumbie base. That means you could experiment with a "real" friction shifter on that base to see if

[RBW] Re: FS: Brooks Challege Tool Bag, honey

Oops, here's the Brooks link. http://www.brooksengland.com/catalogue-and-shop/bags/cycle+bags+&+accoutrements/Challenge+Tool+Bag/ On Friday, January 8, 2016 at 5:44:15 PM UTC-8, Joe Bernard wrote: > Apologies for multiple FS posts, I keep stumbling across stuff I don't > need. > > These bags

[RBW] FS: Brooks Challege Tool Bag, honey

Apologies for multiple FS posts, I keep stumbling across stuff I don't need. These bags are small and ludicrously expensive, which is why you don't own one yet. I bought this in new condition last year for, I think, 85 bucks, then hardly ever used it. I'm a "kitchen sink" rider who never

[RBW] FS: Tektro RL520 road levers for v-brake

Black, one new unmounted, one mounted for 50-ish miles, unmarked, as new. My recent attempts at trying again to like road- and drop-bars have failed, I'm simply not That Guy. Looks like this, email or text for pics. $20 shipped. http://www.jensonusa.com/Tektro-RL520-Ergo-Brake-Levers Thanks,

[RBW] Re: FS: HERON Touring 55cm complete build

Hi, all, A side note, and unfortunately a fair amount of thread drift, but after a decade of tinkering around with my bike fit and a pile of different bikes, I had my René Herse built back in 2008/9. Mike Kone started with a blank sheet of paper, and he and I worked from various directions

[RBW] Re: FS: Tektro RL520 road levers for v-brake

My kingdom for an edit feature. I meant "road and moustache bars." Oy! On Friday, January 8, 2016 at 2:49:37 PM UTC-8, Joe Bernard wrote: > > Black, one new unmounted, one mounted for 50-ish miles, unmarked, as new. > My recent attempts at trying again to like road- and drop-bars have failed, >

[RBW] Re: FS: Tektro RL520 road levers for v-brake

Sheesh, that was fast. SOLD! On Friday, January 8, 2016 at 2:49:37 PM UTC-8, Joe Bernard wrote: > > Black, one new unmounted, one mounted for 50-ish miles, unmarked, as new. > My recent attempts at trying again to like road- and drop-bars have failed, > I'm simply not That Guy. > > Looks like

Re: [RBW] FS Misc, mostly vintage bits; bullmoose, super setback post, pedals, cranks, levers

On Friday, January 8, 2016 at 9:15:22 AM UTC-8, EGNolan wrote: > > Cro-Mo Bullmoose from Schwinn Sierra: $25 > Quick question: is the Bullmoose a 1 inch stem? I have a set of Bullmoose bars from my Raleigh Crested Butte from that era (1984), but it was 21.1. I know that early era mountain

Re: [RBW] Re: I Bailed Off Flicker

I've been using Photobucket for many years, no issues. -- 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

[RBW] Re: I Bailed Off Flicker

We need a private Rivr.com page for our RBW pics! -- 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

[RBW] Re: I Bailed Off Flicker

Patrick, you're always bringing up barefoot issues. Maybe you're the one with the fetish. Think about it! :) > > -- 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] Tuning SunRace Thumbies

SunRace makes indexing bar-ends you can convert to thumbies. They're called MicroSHIFT. http://www.microshift.com.tw/BS-A08_Shifters.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

[RBW] Re: FS: HERON Touring 55cm complete build

If Marty is willing, I'd love to take it for a quick spin. Interested to see how it rides. I think he's in the DC area and so am I (Ellicott City). Like I say I'm not in the market right now. I mean if it's mind blowing, I might be able to work something out. But just riding it would be very

[RBW] Re: FS: HERON Touring 55cm complete build

Oops... Just realized it's a 55 and I would need a 54. 56.5 TT is too long for me. Not even a 6cm stem would fix it for me. -- 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: Ordered another Riv

You married someone who has said "My favorite bike is the 91 Stumpjumper Pro". http://cdn.meme.am/instances/500x/54821782.jpg - Ryan On Wednesday, January 6, 2016 at 11:17:53 PM UTC-8, stonehog wrote: > > Due to the inescapable need for my fire horse wife to have a > "horse-themed"

Re: [RBW] FS: Tektro RL520 road levers for v-brake

Hey Joe: I'll take the levers. I can pick them up this weekend if it's not raining. Cheers, Patrick in SF On Friday, January 8, 2016, Joe Bernard wrote: > My kingdom for an edit feature. I meant "road and moustache bars." Oy! > > On Friday, January 8, 2016 at 2:49:37 PM

[RBW] FS/FT: noodles, panniers, tektro levers, pletscher, odds/ends, clothes

ok. 42cm nitto noodles- tape residue and some normal insertion scratches- 40$ shipped tektro v-brake levers- light useage- 15$ shipped pletscher dbl leg kickstand with feet- 30$ shipped yokozuna 73mm mtb brake pads-new from riv-2 pair- 10$ shipped lone peak sundance panniers-never

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: Canvas Bags.

Yeah! I own two of Mr. Treetop's bags, and they are great. A bargain, too. Wait, I just bought another, so now up to three! -Shawn On Friday, January 8, 2016 at 4:38:26 PM UTC-8, cyclot...@gmail.com wrote: > > Unsolicited product endorsement: I bought one of the basket bags, and > it's great!

[RBW] I Bailed Off Flicker

I've had good luck with Picassa. But I've got a high tolerance for Mr. Google... rod -- 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] FS/FT: noodles, panniers, tektro levers, pletscher, odds/ends, clothes

Hi Drew, I would like the Tekro levers if available. I cannot master private messages so can you email me at volvotom1964 at gmail.com Thanks, Tom Palmer Twin Lake MI -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from

[RBW] Re: FS: Tektro RL520 road levers for v-brake

Yeah, but the idea that the tranasction will take place this weekend 'cause it's not raining - *that's* not going to happen. I was just out in Berkeley (betwixt and between y'all), and as a former boss of mine once said, it's gonna rain like a cow pi**ing on a flat rock. Peter Adler building

[RBW] Re: FS: Tektro RL520 road levers for v-brake

No worries, the price includes shipping. Driving across the Benicia Bridge in pouring rain for brake levers is madness. I'll be driving 2 miles to the post office ;) On Friday, January 8, 2016 at 6:22:20 PM UTC-8, Peter Adler wrote: > > Yeah, but the idea that the tranasction will take place

[RBW] FS/FT: noodles, panniers, tektro levers, pletscher, odds/ends, clothes

I'd be interested in the brake pads, bottle cage, and mudflaps if they are still available. Also having trouble with pm. thanks! Andrew in SLC -- 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: San Marcos or Straggler 650B?

There is indeed a 650B San Marcos on eBay currently (no relation to seller) that sports Soma GRs in 42. -- 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] Re: Ordered another Riv

I still have my '82 Stump Jumper. The chain stays are pretty long a 18.5 inches, which allows it to pass the fist between the seat tube and tire test. The top tube is really long too at 23.75 inches. I currently have it set up as a Raleigh Sports inspired city bike, black powdered coat paint,

Re: [RBW] Re: San Marcos or Straggler 650B?

My girlfriends SM is a 51 cm 1st generation (pearly blue). AFAIK, besides the color change (to tiburon blue), the only other changes from 1st to 2nd generation San Marcos are to the fork: new fork legs with a more "classic" curve, and mid-fork eyelets, a la Riv. I don't believe there were any

Re: [RBW] Re: San Marcos or Straggler 650B?

I don't think there were tire clearance changes persay, but the fork was definitely changed. I believe the first version's fork brake offset was really weird, which could account for the Fatty Rumps being too tall. On Friday, January 8, 2016 at 9:13:13 AM UTC-5, Tim Gavin wrote: > > My

Re: [RBW] Re: Anyone using SunXCD Exceed cranks?

I have a few thousand on mine and am totally delighted with it. I'm also pretty tough on cranks and BB - 6'3", 215, stand hard and ride aggressively. What was broken was used T/A left side arm of unknown age. I wasn't really complaining about anything, as much as justifying why I bought

Re: [RBW] Re: San Marcos or Straggler 650B?

This is true, I have both the Fatty Rumpkins and Compass Babyshoes and the rumpkins are indeed a little taller with the extra thick tread. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving

Re: [RBW] FS Misc, mostly vintage bits; bullmoose, super setback post, pedals, cranks, levers

oops, I meant the SP11s. also theScr5 levers, pls! - Joe On 1/8/16, Joe Bunik wrote: > hi Eric > Can I grab the SR touring pedals please! > =- Joe > > On 1/8/16, EGNolan wrote: >> Trying to clear up some space, I've donated a fair amount to the local >>

[RBW] Re: Rust-proofing your frames

Boeshield can work and is available in Canada I believe. It creates a dry wax-like film but it's not as viscous and sticky as Framesaver . Just apply it more often if in question . -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To

[RBW] Re: 63cm Homer Hilsen For Sale

That link does not go to your photos. If you have a Flickr account, it goes to the "organize" part of that. Don't know where it goes for non Flickr account people. BTW, Wish I could buy your bike, Just the right size. John G On Thursday, January 7, 2016 at 9:34:51 PM UTC-5, Donald Funke

Re: [RBW] Re: Rust-proofing your frames

Ah, I'm familiar with that product. And on that note, can't believe I forgot about this, I JUST rust treated a 40 year old motorcycle tank. It was nsty rusty inside. Guess what ate the rust clean off, is dirt cheap, can be dumped onto the street after, and available everywhere? White vinegar!

[RBW] Re: Show me your Garage/Workshop/Cave/Storage Spaces

For years all I wanted was a garage with an automatic door opener, that I can to pull into, press a button and be inside my house...Well... after I had that for a few years and the novelty had worn off, all I wanted was a heated space where I could work on bikes, cars, or anything else, and

[RBW] Re: Rust-proofing your frames

amsoil hdmp is, from what i can tell, the exact same thing as jpw frame saver. it's awesome. boeshield feels watery and runny, but amsoil/framesaver sticks and runs the right amount to make you confident that its on, and staying on, all surfaces. if you are worried about rust that you

Re: [RBW] FS Misc, mostly vintage bits; bullmoose, super setback post, pedals, cranks, levers

hi Eric Can I grab the SR touring pedals please! =- Joe On 1/8/16, EGNolan wrote: > Trying to clear up some space, I've donated a fair amount to the local > non-profit bike shop, but didn't have the heart to let these bits sit on > shelves. I've listed them at a few $ below

Re: [RBW] FS Misc, mostly vintage bits; bullmoose, super setback post, pedals, cranks, levers

What's left, updated to SHIPPED PRICING: Group a couple & I'll take $ off. Cro-Mo Bullmoose from Schwinn Sierra: $25 Slingshot Stem/bars/levers from Trek 850: $25 SR Touring style pedlas w/ clips & leather straps: $15 VO track pedals w/ clips & nylon straps: $10 Ultegra FC8500 right crank arm

[RBW] Re: Rust-proofing your frames

I've heard Fluid Film is terrific. (Can't remember which group I saw it recommended, but I wrote it down on my hardware store list.) No experience with it, though. shoji On Friday, January 8, 2016 at 11:08:23 AM UTC-5, Mark Reimer wrote: > > Today I rode to work in the sloppiest snowy junk in

Re: [RBW] FS Misc, mostly vintage bits; bullmoose, super setback post, pedals, cranks, levers

What's left, updated to SHIPPED PRICING: Group a couple & I'll take $ off. Cro-Mo Bullmoose from Schwinn Sierra: $25 Slingshot Stem/bars/levers from Trek 850: $25 SR Touring style pedlas w/ clips & leather straps: $15 VO track pedals w/ clips & nylon straps: $10 Ultegra FC8500 right crank

[RBW] Rust-proofing your frames

Today I rode to work in the sloppiest snowy junk in a while. Despite being -18C, it was still slush due to all the de-icer on the streets. It sticks to my frame like glue and makes me worried about it rusting to pieces. Particularly as I was in my LBS yesterday looking at an IRO steel frame

[RBW] Re: Rust-proofing your frames

T-9 Boeshield available where you are? On Friday, January 8, 2016 at 11:08:23 AM UTC-5, Mark Reimer wrote: > > Today I rode to work in the sloppiest snowy junk in a while. Despite being > -18C, it was still slush due to all the de-icer on the streets. It sticks > to my frame like glue and makes

Re: [RBW] FS Misc, mostly vintage bits; bullmoose, super setback post, pedals, cranks, levers

Sorry for all the updates, but I appreciate the response What's Left, SHIPPED PRICING: Cro-Mo Bullmoose from Schwinn Sierra: $25 Slingshot Stem/bars/levers from Trek 850: $25 Ultegra FC8500 right crank arm + 53/39 rings, 172.5 length, NO LEFT SIDE. $20 105 FC5500 right crank arm, 170 length,

[RBW] FS Misc, mostly vintage bits; bullmoose, super setback post, pedals, cranks, levers

Trying to clear up some space, I've donated a fair amount to the local non-profit bike shop, but didn't have the heart to let these bits sit on shelves. I've listed them at a few $ below what I feel like is a good deal, but if you want to make an offer, I'll entertain those as well. If you want

[RBW] Re: FS Misc, mostly vintage bits; bullmoose, super setback post, pedals, cranks, levers

pmed about the silver hupe thanks. On Friday, January 8, 2016 at 10:11:08 AM UTC-5, EGNolan wrote: > > Trying to clear up some space, I've donated a fair amount to the local > non-profit bike shop, but didn't have the heart to let these bits sit on > shelves. I've listed them at a few $ below

Re: [RBW] Re: Rust-proofing your frames

It seems my best bet at this point - non-corrosive and non-toxic is a plus too. I'll have to strip the bike down over the weekend and give it the goods. Nice excuse to spend a lazy Sunday afternoon wrenching on the bike. I can finally get around to replacing my pitted headset too! On Fri, Jan 8,

[RBW] Re: Rust-proofing your frames

thats really interesting. i've heard about white vinegar but never quite believed it would do a thorough job. glad to hear that it actually works that well. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group

[RBW] Re: Back to the Drawing Board for Kid Bike

Leah, Elle from the blog Tiny Helmet, Big Bikes has two kids riding Islabikes and write about them often. http://www.tinyhelmetsbigbikes.com/blog-we-ride David Person -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from