Re: [RBW] Re: "Store Credit" on BLUG

They need to tackle the lightweight skinny tubed low trail bike genre. That would expand their customer base. Riv makes the most beautiful bikes on earth. They need to bring the most beautiful skinny tubed low trail one to market. Add to their customer base and still keep their lugged principles.

[RBW] FS: TA Specialties Carmina Crankset w/ Phil Wood BB

I am looking to sell my TA Specialties Carmina Crankset and Phil Wood Bottom Bracket. The Carmina Crank is currently setup as a double with a 94mm BCD spider. Chainrings are 42T outer and 29T inner TA Specialties chainrings. Crankarms are 175mm length. Crank and chainrings are all silver.

Re: [RBW] Re: "Store Credit" on BLUG

They already did this, and possibly since day one. I think it was like $15.00 a year, and you got free Readers, plus specials mailers and "member" pricing (check out the old catalogs), plus 5%-10% credit at the end of the year. I can't remember when it stopped, but well into 2010 if memory ser

Re: [RBW] Re: "Store Credit" on BLUG

If you combine this with some of the complete bike pre-orders, you're getting some massive discounts. I hope riv has got their numbers cranked right... I've been wondering for a while if riv could do some kind of "membership" (ala REI) but actually leverage this to create a cash reserve. The probl

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: Nitto, Brooks, Soma, Panaracer, Schwalbe, Tubus...the good stuff!

both tubus racks SOLD On Monday, February 22, 2016 at 1:13:22 PM UTC-8, Tim Gavin wrote: > > Ant- > > OK, sorry for being indecisive, but I'm interested in the Tubus Tara if > it's still available. It would make it easy to add a pannier rack to my > bikes (well, much easier than mounting the Ni

Re: [RBW] No bike parking lockable signs? What's going on these days???

I apply the same attitude to bike carrying/locking as I did tony early days as a music journalist. I would get asked how I got certain interviews and exclusives - my response was that I just walked back, past security and whomever else like I was supposed to be there. Uncertainty had no place. I

[RBW] New issue of Bicycle Traveler e-magazine

Just got notification of a new issue: http://www.bicycletraveler.bicyclingaroundtheworld.nl/ Always well photographed. Haven't looked to see if any Rivendells show up. dougP -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscri

[RBW] Re: "Store Credit" on BLUG

That's a way-better-than-decent return on investment if you're possibly going to spend a lot with Rivendell over even a few years. Heck, maybe you get your friends & family together to scrape up the ante & make it work. I assume the entire amount must come from a single source and all purchase

[RBW] Re: A Singer in my size available! But....

I'm kind of meh on the blue one ... well, both of them, really. But this green one (with the questionable paint) has the single most beautiful hand painted logo lettering I've ever seen on a bicycle (original or not): http://boulderbicycle.bike/AAA-Truckload-Deals-and-New-Arrivals-and-Markdowns/

Re: [RBW] Re: A Singer in my size available! But....

A point of comparison: in 1972 a Schwinn Paramount was $350. On 02/23/2016 07:39 PM, Bill Lindsay wrote: Nevermind the price...look at the shifters at the top of the seat tube to facillitate breaking the frame in two! I freaking love that.

[RBW] "Store Credit" on BLUG

Wow! A super sized Kick Starter campaign. Too bad my wife and I just bought a Clementine and an AHH. Now we won't be needing new bikes for at least the next 10 years. My usual great timing! Reid -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" gr

[RBW] Rancid Proofhide

Bought about 2 years ago(?). No longer has that dreamy Proofhide aroma, but now a toxic smell. Reminds me of plastics back in the 1970's. That bitter stench that threatens an immediate headache if you dont stop smelling it. The texture is no longer creamy but more solid like shoepolish texture.

Re: [RBW] No bike parking lockable signs? What's going on these days???

There are at least 80 rules? No wonder I get so confused so easily. Sardonic grin. With abandon, (the other) Patrick, of the ordained variety, who may or may not follow Rule 80#, depending on what it is. On Tuesday, February 23, 2016 at 6:21:41 PM UTC-7, Bill Lindsay wrote: > > Patrick Moore fo

Re: [RBW] No bike parking lockable signs? What's going on these days???

Patrick Moore follows Rule #80. FACT -- 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, s

Re: [RBW] No bike parking lockable signs? What's going on these days???

a gentleman iknew in ky in grad school said the thing that made the difference for him bringing a bike into a store was wearing a helmet. he said that communicated he knew what he was about. course that was 1977... -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "R

[RBW] FS: Baggins Hobo and Boxy Bags

I'd be interested in the boxy bag of it's still available. Thanks in advance. Fair winds, Captain Conway -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to r

Re: [RBW] Re: A Singer in my size available! But....

Yes the “demontable” version is rare and special. A similar Herse is featured on pages 146 and 147 of The Golden Age of Handbuilt Bicycles, which is well worth owning if you’re into classic craftsmanship. --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com www.campyonly.com campyonlyguy.blogspot.com > On Feb 23,

Re: [RBW] Re: A Singer in my size available! But....

Nevermind the price...look at the shifters at the top of the seat tube to facillitate breaking the frame in two! I freaking love that. On Tuesday, February 23, 2016 at 4:08:19 PM UTC-8, Eric Norris wrote: > > Not exactly th

[RBW] Re: Handlebar flex?

you guys all sound right, and keith you are correct in saying that the feeling is noticeably less while riding. i hooked them up and went for a very short spin. flex aside/ignored, im not sure these are the bars for me. ill keep them on for a little while and for some longer rides to see if i

Re: [RBW] No bike parking lockable signs? What's going on these days???

Oh, and church, too. I've been there longer than just about anyone else, so I can apply the moral force of longevity to those incomers who raise the eyebrow. On Tue, Feb 23, 2016 at 5:11 PM, Patrick Moore wrote: > Rather than hassle with locking, I often walk my bike into a store, with > the exc

Re: [RBW] No bike parking lockable signs? What's going on these days???

Rather than hassle with locking, I often walk my bike into a store, with the excuse ready that the bike serves as my shopping cart and that, after all, its dirt-tracking footprint is smaller than that of your feet. So far, local groceries and Goodwill have accommodated this without the metaphorica

[RBW] Re: looking for a Nitto 34f front rack, or reassurance, or advice or something

"Now if only I could remember off-hand what it was..." Something about the panniers not flopping around since the angle makes them rest on rack. I've used a variety of panniers over the years and never noticed them flopping. Most have some type of lower tab or hook to secure the bottom to the

Re: [RBW] Re: A Singer in my size available! But....

Not exactly the same, but here’s a price sheet for a René Herse from 1972: http://www.auctiva.com/hostedimages/showimage.aspx?gid=1348271&image=882859748&images=882389288,882389318,882389335,882389349,882389367,882389386,882389403,882389425,882389445,882389826,882389840,882389854,882389867,882389

[RBW] Re: Handlebar flex?

If what's happening is what I think is happening, it's actually a "torsion" that he's seeing. At least that's what I determined about my Bosco, which is sort of similar in that it is has a non-compound "C" shape, as viewed from the top. So the front, straight section is likely "twisting," w

[RBW] Re: FS - Nitto lugged stem, handlebars, etc.

Both sets of brake levers are spoken for, pending payment. Lugged stem and Noodles available. Thanks. Paul Germain Midlothian, Va. On Tuesday, February 23, 2016 at 6:32:20 PM UTC-5, Bikie#4646 wrote: > > Left over from a recent frameset sale: bars, levers, stem as follows: > > Nitto lugged stem,

Re: [RBW] No bike parking lockable signs? What's going on these days???

In some cases it's easier to lock up to the facilities than to a "bike rack". Compare these: https://www.flickr.com/photos/phlatphrog/18711501104/ https://www.flickr.com/photos/phlatphrog/24111773134/ But, yes, in general I appreciate it when there is a real, designated place to lock up. As long

[RBW] FS: Baggins Hobo and Boxy Bags

Hi All, All I ever use is a Candy bar Bag and small saddle pouch so these are up for sale: Baggins Hobo bag in nice condition. I always wanted one of these, bought it a while ago but still haven't used it. $85, shipped (CONUS) Baggins Boxy Bag with Nitto rack. Looks used and sort of rough, has

[RBW] Re: A Singer in my size available! But....

Regarding price, it reminds me of when I bought a certain guitar for 1300$ in 2000$. I read an interview with a famous musician who said his only cost ~150$ back in 1970. So I wonder what this frame cost the first time it was sold. I do notice an odd texture on the back of the ST lug next to th

Re: [RBW] Re: Weird shimmy when climbing standing on the pedals

I can't speak about Nitto racks, but even the 11 oz Tubus Fly is so rigid that it doesn't sway under 40 lb, and even light-tubed bikes carry heavy rear loads very well with it. I daresay that the Cargo, for example, would do even better wrt sway. On Tue, Feb 23, 2016 at 4:30 PM, dougP wrote: > B

Re: [RBW] A Singer in my size available! But....

Nice frame, although the price seems a bit steep for a frame and a few odds and ends. The Singer stem is a plus, but there’s a lot missing that would make the frame more worthy of the asking price. I see the braze-on for the remote actuator for a bottle generator on the left side seatstay, but t

[RBW] FS - Nitto lugged stem, handlebars, etc.

Left over from a recent frameset sale: bars, levers, stem as follows: Nitto lugged stem, 26mm x 100mm, $130, shipped free CONUS. (As seen on the Rivendell site: *http://www.rivbike.com/product-p/st3.htm* ) Shimano BR400 brake levers, $20, shipped free CONUS. (As seen on Universal: *https://www.u

[RBW] Re: Weird shimmy when climbing standing on the pedals

Before I put a 40 mm trail fork on my Atlantis, it would sometimes shimmy with a rear load. I messed with it quite a bit & found that with about 60% of the weight up front it was much more stable. This was with a Nitto BBR and a cheap aluminum front low rider. With the low trail fork and a ro

[RBW] No bike parking lockable signs? What's going on these days???

I make a point of complaining to a manager/owner if store I patronize doesn't have a good place to lock my bike. It has only resulted once in a rack being made available, but I took that as encouragement to continue asking and asking at other stores! :) -- You received this message because yo

[RBW] Re: Handlebar flex?

Yes, I was making the distinction between seeing the ends of the bar move vs seeing the bar itself bending. You made it sound like you can see the bend in the bar, like the curve in a fishing rod when there's a fish on. Anyway, for context, I just pulled my road bike out of the bike locker he

[RBW] No bike parking lockable signs? What's going on these days???

I notice that bike lockable metal sign poles in front of retailers, offices, stores, etc. seem to be getting phased out in favor of those concrete pillars from which the metal sign poles erupt at about 4' off the ground. Making it hard to find a sign pole to lock up to with a U lock. I have not

[RBW] Re: FS: 58 Saluki, FF/HS and brakes

The Saluki has been sold to a list member. - Frank (My apologies to those on the email digest for the multiple posts. If there's a text edit function that works after posting, I don't see it. I kept finding errors and had to delete and correct. ) F. On Tuesday, February 23, 2016 at 2:04:2

[RBW] Re: Handlebar flex?

Hey bill, No grips on the bars yet. And I can definitely see flex. If I had someone here to help, they could measure while I push down. There is a quite visible spring up movement when I remove weight. Tried the same level of push on my wife's albatrossed bike + 12cm Tallux and with a 11cm Tall

[RBW] A Singer in my size available! But....

...is it difficult to get parts for an old French bike? I can't really buy this frame right now, but was just wondering. Though there is that thought of distantly remote off chance I'd be surprised if I wound up with it possibility. But it ain't gonna happen. Anyway I thought it would make for

[RBW] Re: Tuning SunRace Thumbies

One downside I noticed was the lack of barrel adjusters, this would make fine tuning a little easier. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-

[RBW] Re: Handlebar flex?

You can see the bars actually bending? Or you can see the grips actually moving? Those are not necessarily the same thing. I attribute most of the flex you describe to the Tallux stem. I'm sure the bars flex a little as well, but I'd ballpark it at about 80% stem and 20% bars. On Tuesday

[RBW] FS: Brand New BIke Bags

Riv & frostriver saddle bag sold. Also adding Frost River Handlebar bag (https://www.frostriver.com/shop/bike-bags/sawbill-trail-handlebar-bag/)$40 shipped -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and

[RBW] Re: Handlebar flex?

Red sticker and everything. I guess these are the widest and most swept backy bars I've ever tried, but I was expecting similar stiffness to albatrosses. These things feel downright bendy. I'll give them a go, but worried about that front load-off rhythm-wiggle that can happen -- You received

[RBW] Re: FS: 65cm Homer Hilsen

Hey, Sam. PBH is approx 94. Saddle ht tends to be around 82-84. Dave On Monday, February 22, 2016 at 11:06:19 PM UTC-8, Sam Wanless wrote: > > dave, > > what's your saddle height? and pbh, for that matter? > > thanks, > sam > > On Saturday, February 13, 2016 at 1:48:59 PM UTC-8, David Craig wrot

[RBW] Re: [socalallrounders] Re: Strada Rossa March 19th... you all are invited!

http://redlands-strada-rossa.blogspot.com/2016/02/paging-all-helpful-people-code-for.html On Tuesday, February 16, 2016 at 5:03:04 PM UTC-8, cyclotourist wrote: > > Those should be great. Any sort of fast 35mm CX tire will fit the bill. > There are a few sections of sand, but I rode them with C

[RBW] Re: Handlebar flex?

If you think that's radical, you should try the aluminum Bosco bars! The reality though, in my experience, is that such flex is much less noticeable during actual use, and can actually be a very nice thing - stopping a lot of vibration from transmitting to your hands.Sitting on a stationary

[RBW] Re: Handlebar flex?

Sample size of one, but I had some On-One Midge bars on a lightweight frame some years ago. The combo flexed so much when climbing out of the saddle that I felt like I was one pedal stroke away from laterally taco-ing the whole bike. Same frame with Albatrosseses, no such phenomenonenon. On-On

[RBW] Handlebar flex?

Got around to installing the choco bars this morning. Non moose. Heat treated aluminum. Paired with a 130mm Tallux, there is a considerable amount of flex when held on the ends. I've had albatross bars (with 120mm stem) and albastache on this bike and though I know some flex was happening, neve

[RBW] Re: Weird shimmy when climbing standing on the pedals

To undulate with just a shake sounds like: load too heavy or unbalanced. Or, rack too light. But from your description, these causes don't apply. I would think that a nice beefy bike like the Atlantis with strong racks from Nitto should probably not shimmy that readily. I'm sure you have double

Re: [RBW] Re: Removing shellac on paint

That was mine; still wonderful 17 years later (anniversary in April) with paint only scuffed or nicked in a few places. I never noticed any oddness in the metallic specks; would rather like to see the cluster. On Tue, Feb 23, 2016 at 10:43 AM, Grant @ Rivendell wrote: > MCGUIAR'S car wax is the

[RBW] Re: Weird shimmy when climbing standing on the pedals

@Bill, this is exactly what I was experiencing initially and what motivated me to explore the low trail forks. Switching the forks eliminated it completely as far as I could tell. @Patrick, you may be right. I was certainly experiencing as I was standing up but didn't persevere to see if it would

Re: [RBW] Weird shimmy when climbing standing on the pedals

It sounds like a wobbling load, which is more likely when you stand. OTOH, I've noticed that rear load "wagging," at least that which occurs when I transition from sitting to standing, as at the beginning of a hill, generally lasts only a few seconds as the load gets "in sync" with my pedaling. Pe

Re: [RBW] Riding in a Winter Wonderland!

Hats off to you and your girls! On Tuesday, February 23, 2016, Deacon Patrick wrote: > In which we discover the important snow viking maneuver of matching hat > and beard for camo. Why is this critical? Drivers think: “disembodied > safety vest floating down the road! I better slow down!” Works

[RBW] Re: Weird shimmy when climbing standing on the pedals

My anecdotes: I have been able to get my single top tube Hillborne to shimmy no-handed, and shimmy pretty violently, with a Large Rear Saddlesack and no front load. I spent about 3 weeks playing with various variables. Removing the large rear saddlesack was the most effective. Even my 2TT

[RBW] Re: Weird shimmy when climbing standing on the pedals

Makes perfect sense. I'll test that. Thanks! On Tuesday, February 23, 2016, Will wrote: > One problem with the basket + mini rack is this: if the load is not > centered over the rack, but is unevenly weighted side to side, particularly > if weight is outside the rack rail and associated support

[RBW] Re: Weird shimmy when climbing standing on the pedals

One problem with the basket + mini rack is this: if the load is not centered over the rack, but is unevenly weighted side to side, particularly if weight is outside the rack rail and associated support strut you can have steering issues. Test it. Make sure the weight is lopsided, take you hands

[RBW] FS: Brand New BIke Bags

Continuing my downsizing. All bags are brand new, shipping in CONUS included: Brand new Black Fairweather Handlebar bag (http://store.fairweather.cc/store/p33/HANDLE_BAR_BAG.html). $100 shipped. Brand new Frost River Wakemup Rolltop Saddlebag (https://www.frostriver.com/shop/what-s-new/wakemu

[RBW] FS: 58 Saluki, FF/HS and brakes

Hi Frank, If the frame isn't spoken for I'll take it. Apologies for mom PM. On my cell phone at work. Would like a shot at the frame. Thanks Richard -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop r

[RBW] FS: 58 Saluki, FF/HS and brakes

Hi All, I'm offering for sale a 58cm Saluki FF/HS including Tektro side pull brakes, in Pea Sage Green . It's one of the last batch of Toyo frames and has some really nice details. As many here know, it's the functional equivalent of the 58cm A. Homer Hilsen. I bought the frame used from a

[RBW] Riding in a Winter Wonderland!

In which we discover the important snow viking maneuver of matching hat and beard for camo. Why is this critical? Drivers think: “disembodied safety vest floating down the road! I better slow down!” Works like a charm! We also discover that my eldest daughters are as nuts as I am. Almost. Grin.

[RBW] Weird shimmy when climbing standing on the pedals

Hi all, I'm quite puzzled by an experience I had yesterday on my commute with the Atlantis. It was configured with my medium Shopsack filled with the usual tools, camera, jeans on the front basket on Nitto mini and on the back I had a new configuration with the Nitto Big Back rack (I had a smaller

[RBW] 58 Saluki

Hi All, I'm offering for sale a 58cm Saluki FF/HS including Tektro side pull brakes, in Pea Sage Green . It's one of the last batch of Toyo frames and has some really nice details. As many here know, it's the functional equivalent of the 58cm A. Homer Hilsen. I bought the frame used from a li

[RBW] FS 58 Saluki

me (frank_a change) 1:26 PM (less than a minute ago) Hi All, I'm offering for sale a 58cm Saluki FF/HS including Tektro side pull brakes, in Pea Sage Green . It's one of the last batch of Toyo frames and has some really nice details. As many here know, it's the functional equivalent of the

[RBW] FS 58 Saluki

Hi All, I'm offering for sale a 58cm Saluki FF/HS including Tektro side pull brakes, in Pea Sage Green . It's one of the last batch of Toyo frames and has some really nice details. As many here know, it's the functional equivalent of the 58cm A. Homer Hilsen. I bought the frame used from a li

[RBW] Re: Tuning SunRace Thumbies

That's great news Bryan. Are you using the Sun Race shifter for the front derailer? Or have you installed Shimano barcons on both bases? I have a couple project ideas where I might find use for a pair of the Sun Race shifters without the bases. If you have them just laying around and unlov

[RBW] Re: FS: Paul Thumbies with Silver Shifter adpaters and some Freewheels

Hi Ben, Tried to reply directly to you, but Google was failing me. I'd love those Paul Thumbies if still available. Thanks, Dave On Monday, February 22, 2016 at 11:05:15 PM UTC-8, Ben wrote: > > One pair of silver Paul Thumbies, 22.2mm with Silver shifter adapters. > Shifters not included. The

[RBW] Re: Stealing bikes

Justin I have a Betty hanging in the garage, seeing your's err I mean your wife's has me strategizing. ~Hugh On Monday, February 22, 2016 at 10:15:09 AM UTC-8, Justin August wrote: > > ...from your own family! > > Last night I decided that I was going to abscond with my wife's Betty for > co

[RBW] Re: Removing shellac on paint

MCGUIAR'S car wax is the stuff Joe Bell recommends. We've used it now and then. About 17 years ago a guy got a custom fixie bike, and don't wonder why, there was no good actual reason, but I put a rare earth magnet on it for some reason. Maybe to hold a piece of paper on it. That is beside the

[RBW] Re: Removing shellac on paint

Somebody already said it, but here's a repeat with some background. Shellac comes off the tree as a solid, and is liquified for use with denatured alcohol, its solvent. So denatured alcohol has to make the list of Go To shellac removers...and related to that...the gel form of alcohol may stay i

[RBW] FS: Bags

Selling a few of my personal bags. I make these under the Treetop name. All bags are listed in my webstore: treetop.bigcartel.com. Please order through there if you'd like something. Payment can be made with a credit/debit card or with Paypal. Shipping is a flat $7 per order, shipped USPS Priority

[RBW] Re: Tuning SunRace Thumbies

Hi all, First, thank you all for your ideas and feedback, the Clem is now shifting/holding gear a *lot* better and any issues with getting to a gear are my own now. For posterity's sake in case some one does a search in the future, I just wanted to follow up with what I ended up doing. To an

[RBW] Re: looking for a Nitto 34f front rack, or reassurance, or advice or something

I also wondered why racks flare like that at the bottom. I have the nitto campee front rack, the version with removable low-riders that flare. The most recent Bicycle Quarterly has a detailed explanation on what makes for a good low rider rack and discuss that very point in detail. Now if only I

[RBW] Re: My first Roadeo, built and ridden!

Really great bike, Tim. The Roadeo is a great road bike capable of long distances of speedy and comfortable travel. I'm running a stock Ultegra setup on mine with a compact 50/34 crank and an 11x28 cassette. It seems to work well for where I live, although thinking about it a 12x32 cassette mi

[RBW] Re: looking for a Nitto 34f front rack, or reassurance, or advice or something

Wrong rack - disregard. On Tuesday, February 23, 2016 at 6:22:51 AM UTC-6, David Banzer wrote: > > > http://boulderbicycle.bike/Bags-and-Racks/Nitto-Racks-and-hardware/Nitto-Campee-32F-Campee-front-rack-New-Lower-Price.html -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Gr

[RBW] looking for a Nitto 34f front rack, or reassurance, or advice or something

Robert call Gravel and Grind in Frederick MD. They might be able to ship or something. They have tons of nitto and I know I saw the 34 there. -- 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] looking for a Nitto 34f front rack, or reassurance, or advice or something

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[RBW] Re: My first Roadeo, built and ridden!

Great looking bike! I love the kidney/grey scheme! -- 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] My first Roadeo, built and ridden!

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