[RBW] Re: Roadini

I think the Heron might have been a QBP joint venture (?), but the Ram was definitely sold as completes in various bike shops. Here's the brochure: http://www.cyclofiend.com/rbw/rambouillet/rambflyer/index.html -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW

[RBW] Re: Roadini

I think it's great that Riv will have a lower cost workhorse road bike. The price should line up close to what a Bstone RB-1 went for all those years ago. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and

[RBW] Re: Roadini

I'm not 100% familiar with the older models. Was the Rambouillet sold as a complete? Was that the one that was through QBP or something and sold at bike shops across the country? I think the Roadini will be a huge hit. There's a really big market for people that want a Rivendell at a lower

[RBW] Re: Intro.....my humble roots, with some Riv content

Welcome, Linda! Great story about your Fleetwing. Please do post pics of (and stories about) your Clem when you receive it. Evan -- 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

[RBW] Re: Roadini

Oddly, other than that "one groovy feature" part, Grant's description sounded to me like he was describing the Rambouillet to a T. It also originated as a way to bring a Riv road bike to the masses at a more affordable price point. My hunch is that this might be the one model that you'd be

[RBW] Re: Intro.....my humble roots, with some Riv content

Linda: Great story & thanks for the background. Welcome to an eclectic group of cyclists. Ride reports & photos are always welcome. Please be sure to post pix of your new bike with it arrives. dougP On Sunday, July 24, 2016 at 7:15:07 PM UTC-7, LLM wrote: > > HI, I'm Linda of Albany, NY.

Re: [RBW] Re: Handlebar Chronicles

Leah: I completely understand; I have similar feelings toward my Atlantis. As to riding it when I'm 70, well, that'll happen next election cycle. Grant has said his bikes are "bikes to grow old with". David's suggestion of the photos is excellent. Run with it. dougP On Sunday,

Re: [RBW] Intro.....my humble roots, with some Riv content

Great story Linda!!! Hope you get your new Clem shortly but continue to ride and care for that first love! René On Sunday, July 24, 2016, LLM wrote: > HI, I'm Linda of Albany, NY. I've posted a few times here and have > enjoyed reading for several months. This is a

[RBW] Handlebar Chronicles

Leah, I believe the 52 Clem and 55 Betty have similar toptube lengths, so you should theoretically be able to replicate the riding position with his Bosco Bullmoose model on your bike. The pics I've seen of your bikes show that the stem length is similar with both bars you've ridden. Your

[RBW] Atlantis update - latest configuration

My wonderful Atlantis has seen some major transformations as I've evolved and so have my tastes and preferences. https://flic.kr/p/Ju54wa - scroll for a couple more photos... I thought it was pretty much finalized when I took the last set of photos on March 1 and reported on it, but it turns out

[RBW] Intro.....my humble roots, with some Riv content

HI, I'm Linda of Albany, NY. I've posted a few times here and have enjoyed reading for several months. This is a longish post that serves as a bit of an introduction to where I'm coming from. I pre-ordered a Clem L-Style complete this spring in-between hip replacement surgeries. The Clem

Re: [RBW] Re: Handlebar Chronicles

When you talk to Riv, direct them to your New Bike Day Flickr album and they will be able to see the two bikes together in several of the pictures, which may help them answer your questions. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group.

[RBW] FS Bags, Racks, etc.

If the Silver Hupe still has its rubber intact, I'll take 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 email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com.

[RBW] FS Bags, Racks, etc.

Hello, I'm offering for sale the following items I'm not using. Photos can be sent to interested buyers as needed. 1. Rivendell Saddlesack size medium olive in gently used condition with extra pair of 15 inch Sackville buckle straps- $185.00 2. Nitto R-10 rear rack with extra set of 42 cm

Re: [RBW] Re: Fireman 50 in Westminster, MD this Sunday

Austin, I was sorry to have missed you and lungimsam. Maybe next year. It really was an enjoyable ride. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to

Re: [RBW] Re: Fireman 50 in Westminster, MD this Sunday

Ya, the century with a big climb in this heat was a non-starter for me. The 50 was very scenic all the way through (though I was bummed we just missed the Legore Stone Bridge). The scenery with some minor hills, lots of rollers, and very little traffic made it an enjoyable morning. I'd not

[RBW] FS 53cm Roadeo

$2200 complete minus saddle and seat post plus shipping or best reasonable offer. Basically, you would be getting a complete Roadeo in like new condition for the price of a new frame. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To

[RBW] FS: soma oxford handlebar (like albatross)

Sold, pending funds. -- 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

Re: [RBW] Re: Fireman 50 in Westminster, MD this Sunday

This description of the century ride taken from the website convinced me that it was not the ride for me, especially in this heat: "With over 5400 feet of climbing we recommend only experienced riders attempt this century loop. You will encounter all types of cycling situations, some that may

Re: [RBW] Re: Handlebar Chronicles

Doug, no more Rivs! I have visions of riding this bike when I'm 70. Someone posted a video (was it you, Patrick Moore?) of an old bike repair shop in Amsterdam (or somewhere close) with a man at the helm by the name of Hans. He could fix anything. This elderly woman came bawling to his shop

[RBW] Nitto Saddlebag Clamp: For Sale; I got a rack

I got a good deal on a Dahon rack, so the N Saddlebag Clamp is for sale: $75 shipped conus. Thanks On Sun, Jul 24, 2016 at 12:53 PM, Patrick Moore wrote: > Wanted: Dahon rack. Will trade for the Nitto clamp, or will sell clamp for > $$75 shipped. > > The rack I want is

Re: [RBW] Re: Fireman 50 in Westminster, MD this Sunday

Wow! Nice! There was barely any shade after 28 on the 50. I wonder how the riders doing the 100 fared? Looks like they had a mountain clinb or something too. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group

[RBW] Re: Handlebar Chronicles

Leah: I agree with others that calling Rivendell is you best starting point. As you note, there is a lot going on with handlebars, positioning, controls, etc. You've got the problem pretty well outlined so you can speak with confidence, and they may have a few questions you haven't thought

[RBW] Re: [BOB] Re: FT/FS: Nitto Saddlebag Clamp

Steve: can't find it; on client call; will email back later. On Sun, Jul 24, 2016 at 3:41 PM, Steve Butcher wrote: > I just sent you a PM, Patrick. Steve. > > On Sunday, July 24, 2016 at 1:55:43 PM UTC-5, Patrick Moore wrote: >> >> Whoops again: $75 shipped *CONUS.* >>

Re: [RBW] Handlebar Chronicles

You now are officially diagnose with the horrible disease of *chronicus bicyclus upgraditis.* There is no cure; you can only relieve the symptoms by buying new stuff. Go for it! On Sun, Jul 24, 2016 at 2:10 PM, LeahFoy wrote: > A terrible thing happened this vacation. I

Re: [RBW] Re: 205k Eastern Shore Maryland/Delaware Brevet with DC Randonneurs

On 07/24/2016 05:20 PM, Lungimsam wrote: I am sure noone goes out of their way to check up. I just scratch my head when they break the rules and then openly admit it online, where they can be found out by their RBA who reads the club forums. Noone should cheat. Its not good. Hope noone is

[RBW] Re: Handlebar Chronicles

Call Riv and ask whether this works... they will probably want to know what stem is on the Clem and what stem is on your Foy. This will be your cheapest solution since the Albas will transfer with their levers and shifters. The key thing is reach. This stem may put the bars too far forward.

Re: [RBW] Re: 205k Eastern Shore Maryland/Delaware Brevet with DC Randonneurs

I am sure noone goes out of their way to check up. I just scratch my head when they break the rules and then openly admit it online, where they can be found out by their RBA who reads the club forums. Noone should cheat. Its not good. Hope noone is misunderstanding me on that. -- You

Re: [RBW] Re: Fireman 50 in Westminster, MD this Sunday

On 07/24/2016 04:52 PM, WETH wrote: On the 35 mile option, shade was plentiful for the first 28 miles and minimal for the last 7 miles. Height of sun in the sky undoubtedly contributed to that as we started at 7am and finished by 11am. Well, maybe; but on the ride I led today, from Waysons

[RBW] Re: Handlebar Chronicles

All you'd need is different stem, one that angles upward(positive rise) instead of flat even with the top tube, but that depends on how much reach you need. There are other non Nitto alternatives for this too but if you are set on certain "look", then forget this idea ! Riv should be able

Re: [RBW] Re: 205k Eastern Shore Maryland/Delaware Brevet with DC Randonneurs

On 07/24/2016 04:32 PM, Lungimsam wrote: Thanks, Steve. But I think you get disqualified if you break the rules so not obeying traffic codes is a DSQ? https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/If_a_tree_falls_in_a_forest I've done the Flatbread 200K three times. Once I rode the entire ride with

Re: [RBW] Re: Fireman 50 in Westminster, MD this Sunday

On the 35 mile option, shade was plentiful for the first 28 miles and minimal for the last 7 miles. Height of sun in the sky undoubtedly contributed to that as we started at 7am and finished by 11am. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners

Re: [RBW] Re: 205k Eastern Shore Maryland/Delaware Brevet with DC Randonneurs

Thanks, Steve. But I think you get disqualified if you break the rules so not obeying traffic codes is a DSQ? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email

[RBW] Re: Handlebar Chronicles

1. Bosco will work fine. But you are right, different frames feel different with the same bars, so what you love about the Clem may be different on the Betty. 2. Bullmoose bars are a triangulated (and fixed) handlebar/stem. This is also why bullmoose are more expensive that bar only, but the

Re: [RBW] Re: 205k Eastern Shore Maryland/Delaware Brevet with DC Randonneurs

On 07/24/2016 03:56 PM, Lungimsam wrote: I am not talking about any specific club here. Some things I still don't get are: 1. One is not allowed to have a non-rando friend tag along on a permanent, because they don't want you getting assistance or drafting your friend. But you can get

[RBW] Handlebar Chronicles

A terrible thing happened this vacation. I lent my Betty Foy, the bike I swore was perfect in every way possible, to a relative and rode my husband's 52 Clem. I swear I didn't mean to cheat, and it was only a few rides, but alas, I'm now feeling dissatisfied with my Albatross bars and have an

[RBW] Re: Fireman 50 in Westminster, MD this Sunday

Congrats to you all! I wonder how many people did the full century and if anyone from here did 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 email to

[RBW] Re: Fireman 50 in Westminster, MD this Sunday

On the 50 mile route there was lotsa shade during the first 28 miles. Not much after that. Here are my pics with al pacas and covered bridge. https://www.flickr.com/gp/70237737@N00/4MA69E > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch"

[RBW] Re: 205k Eastern Shore Maryland/Delaware Brevet with DC Randonneurs

I am not talking about any specific club here. Some things I still don't get are: 1. One is not allowed to have a non-rando friend tag along on a permanent, because they don't want you getting assistance or drafting your friend. But you can get assistance and draft from a a randonneur on the

[RBW] Re: FT/FS: Nitto Saddlebag Clamp

Whoops again: $75 shipped *CONUS.* Patrick, who is having trouble getting his ducks in order. On Sun, Jul 24, 2016 at 12:53 PM, Patrick Moore wrote: > Whoops: that's the camp. *This * is the rack: > > >

[RBW] Re: FT/FS: Nitto Saddlebag Clamp

Whoops: that's the camp. *This * is the rack: https://www.amazon.com/Dahon-Bike-Rear-Black-20-Inch/dp/B007Y4KN5W?ie=UTF8=AKIAIKBZ7IH7LXTW3ARA=57950e0948308f1e74f47e86=2025=165953=B007Y4KN5W=xm2=1=wwwbookcompar-20 On Sun, Jul 24, 2016 at 12:53 PM, Patrick Moore wrote: >

[RBW] FT/FS: Nitto Saddlebag Clamp

Wanted: Dahon rack. Will trade for the Nitto clamp, or will sell clamp for $$75 shipped. The rack I want is this one: http://www.rivbike.com/product-p/r13.htm Thanks. -- Resumes, LinkedIn profiles, bios, and letters that get interviews. By-the-hour resume and LinkedIn coaching. Other

[RBW] Re: Fireman 50 in Westminster, MD this Sunday

I did the 50 on the Bleriot. Started at about 7:30. Didnt see any rivs but saw Llamas (al pacas?) and a covered bridge. Beautiful hilly ride. Hot!! 91F and 50% humidity. 100 feels like temp according to weather report. Ride report and pics coming. -- You received this message because you are

[RBW] Re: Roadini

I'm intrigued. "it may have one ultra-groovy feature never seen before on any of our bikes." I recently acquired my first Rivendell, a Rambouillet, which I'm enjoying very much. I can't wait to see where this leads! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups

Re: [RBW] Re: Fireman 50 in Westminster, MD this Sunday

What was the route like in terms of heat exposure and shade? On 07/24/2016 12:51 PM, Austin B wrote: So I ended up riding the 50 miler on my Hillborne. It performed admirably and didn't hold me back. I was a little slower climbing than most (I don't find it to be a great climbing bike) but

[RBW] Re: First S24O, on the C Canal

Good job on the event and good job on the story. That looks like a heavy load. Good thing you had a double top tube. Good job sam.Jim D Massachusetts On Thursday, July 21, 2016 at 12:12:46 AM UTC-4, John Stowe wrote: > > With my wife out of town for the week last week, to

[RBW] Re: Fireman 50 in Westminster, MD this Sunday

So I ended up riding the 50 miler on my Hillborne. It performed admirably and didn't hold me back. I was a little slower climbing than most (I don't find it to be a great climbing bike) but more than compensated for it on the descents, where I was faster than anyone else out there without

[RBW] Re: Fireman 50 in Westminster, MD this Sunday

We completed the 35 mile route. Due to the heat, we started at 7am and were finished by 11am. Even so, the heat and humidity had set in! It was definitely a beautiful route with little traffic. I am hoping to ride this again next year. I saw no other Rivendells or fendered bikes: but there

Re: [RBW] Re: WTB 54 cm Bosco moose

I'm mobile so feel free to email me at captainconwaybenn...@gmail.com. Fair winds, Captain Conway Bennett > On Jul 23, 2016, at 8:10 PM, 'velo59' via RBW Owners Bunch > wrote: > > Captain Conway, > > Please send me a personal reply. I may have what you

[RBW] Re: Roadini

Definitely Hatchetman AND Faygo. Woop woop. -- 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

[RBW] Re: Roadini

Even if he thought about it 8 years ago, what we consider "long chain stays" weren't on Riv production bikes until the intro of the Betty/Chev, and lengthened even more with the clem and Appaloosa. Those are fairly recent models, no? Semantics aside, I was suggesting that Grant is not above

[RBW] Re: Roadini

Hilarious. Being from Michigan, I vote for the bottle of Faygo. 'Rock and Rye' flavor. I am really digging this Roadini concept. An inexpensive Rivendell road bike! I can't wait to see it played out. On Sunday, July 24, 2016 at 11:06:38 AM UTC-4, Justin August wrote: > > At this point if

[RBW] Re: Roadini

At this point if the headbadge isn't an angry clown face, Hatchetman or bottle of Faygo we'll have assumed you've abandoned this Rivendell famuhlee. -J -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and

[RBW] FS Some Bridgestones

Cross post from iBOB. Due to space concerns (isn't that always the problem..), I am trying to get my herd down to about 3 bikes :-) I've got a 94 RB-T, 87 MB-2, and 90 MB-5 that I need to find homes for. https://groups.google.com/forum/m/#!topic/internet-bob/8JzlAaVMXs8 -- You received this

[RBW] Re: Roadini

Head badge ideas (trigger warning: some may not be practical and are presented for amusement purposes only): Groucho Marx smoking a pickle Houdini breaking a carbon fork with tight clearances. Magician's hat with rabbit Wagon wheel pasta On Saturday, July 23, 2016 at 11:20:30 AM UTC-4,

[RBW] Re: Roadini

Hi Will. I am aware of the tighter geo on the Bridgestone MBs, and the super light tubing spec'd on the MB-0. That was late eighties-early nineties. My point was that the chainstay lengthening is not something all that recent, as was implied by Phillip (to peg it at 8 years ago means Grant