[RBW] Re: Black and Cream Color Scheme

Thanks, and it's similar to this Nishiki restoration, but the white fork is vomit-inducing, no thanks. http://johns-recycled-bicycle.blogspot.com/2015/01/1988-nishiki-olympic-restoration.html - Andrew, Berkeley On Saturday, December 17, 2016 at 8:47:34 PM UTC-8, Jack Barnes wrote: > > Andrew,

Re: [RBW] Re: New bike day! R05C0 8U883

The build is pretty much done now, including fenders, lighting and tape/twine/shellac. ALBUM of Rosco It turned out very nicely. I need to bolt a Dutch Taillight to the rear fender. I also pre-ordered a big handlebar

[RBW] Re: Black and Cream Color Scheme

Andrew, maybe something like the Nishiki in this thread? http://www.bikeforums.net/classic-vintage-bicycles-whats-worth-appraisals-inquiries/767536-vintage-nishiki-road-bike.html (white instead of cream, but same idea) The white fork probably isn't what you had in mind though. On Saturday,

Re: [RBW] Re: Quickbeam: A Three Year Retrospective

Alan: let me draw you in to the turgid mysteries of ss/fixed gear riding. Really, it's not that complicated. First, you get a lot more difference in gear ratio from each tooth difference in your rear cogs than you do with each tooth difference in your chainrings, so it makes sense to do you

[RBW] Re: Black and Cream Color Scheme

Speaking of colour schema, if I may ask a diverting question... can anyone point to good examples of super dark frames (black, or deepest green, say) that had both cream head tubes AND cream seat tubes? I would love to see an example, helping me visualize a potential format for a new frame. -

Re: [RBW] Re: Quickbeam: A Three Year Retrospective

So I gather that with a single chainring, shifting between the two rear cogs is within the tolerance of chain deflection. If I wanted 2 chainrings, the difference in tooth count must be the same up front as in the rear, to avoid moving the rear axle position in the dropouts….is this correct?

Re: [RBW] Re: Quickbeam: A Three Year Retrospective

Commuter: 48 X 17/19 Dingle. Gofast: 46 X 15 cruising, flip side 17. With 24.75" tires (Elk Passes), I get 70 and 63 for the commuter (well, I don't commute, but errand bike) and 76" and 67" for the gofast. Dahon: 50 X 14 = 68", with -- I think; haven't used it - a 16 fixed on the fw side. I

Re: [RBW] Re: Quickbeam: A Three Year Retrospective

It's a strong toe. I meant: the short lever is hard to use with the hand, but using the toe of my shoe, I have no problems with it. On Sat, Dec 17, 2016 at 7:49 PM, Alan LaVine wrote: > Your toe?! You must work out a lot. > > Sent from my iPhone > > On Dec 17, 2016, at 5:49

[RBW] Re: Quickbeam: A Three Year Retrospective

Forgot to ask: what size chainrings and cogs do you use? Alan On Friday, December 16, 2016 at 3:06:03 PM UTC-5, Deacon Patrick wrote: > > Photos and drippings of ooze for one of my two favorite bicycles! > http://thegrid.ai/withabandon/quickbeam-sightings/ > > With abandon, > Patrick > >

Re: [RBW] Re: Quickbeam: A Three Year Retrospective

Your toe?! You must work out a lot. Sent from my iPhone > On Dec 17, 2016, at 5:49 PM, Patrick Moore wrote: > > I use a 8-speed era XT skewer on my 2003 Riv, and it holds very well. The '99 > gofast has a classy NOS 7400 something DA skewer. It also holds well. > > For

[RBW] Re: Riv Atlantis chainstay clearance

Negative, unless there is a used one in my size - Going to do it cheaper from a different builder.. On Saturday, December 17, 2016 at 8:43:11 PM UTC-5, dougP wrote: > > Minor differences exist between Toyo & Waterford. If tire size is the > concern, Rivendell's max tire size listings are

Re: [RBW] Re: Where are the Brompton Owners or A Case of the Novembers

I think a lime helmet with lime frame is awesome. Very British and Brompton! :-) -- 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: Blue 61 Rambouillet

Hi everyone - I'm selling my blue 61 Ram. I bought it from Pedal Revolution in San Francisco in 2015 for $2150. I've since replaced plenty of parts - new cassette, chain, center chainring, crank arm, and bottom bracket. 61 cm royal blue frame SON front hub with halogen headlight not sure of

[RBW] Re: Riv Atlantis chainstay clearance

Minor differences exist between Toyo & Waterford. If tire size is the concern, Rivendell's max tire size listings are conservative, and actual size of a tire can vary from labeled size. If you're considering a new Atlantis, some are now 650B. Best to contact them directly for current

Re: [RBW] Re: Where are the Brompton Owners or A Case of the Novembers

I think that’s a great reason to get a new helmet! --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com www.campyonly.com campyonlyguy.blogspot.com > On Dec 17, 2016, at 9:16 AM, Surlyprof wrote: > > Eric, > > Agreed. My wife was right. I now have a lime green 2016 M6R arriving friday >

[RBW] Re: Where are the Brompton Owners or A Case of the Novembers

David: I'm really diggin' my Brompton with the e-kit. As I've mentioned here a dozen times over the years, I'm not a high-mileage guy (especially the last few years), I just go on rides when I can. Today was cold and it was getting late..normally in that situation with the long climb home

[RBW] Riv Atlantis chainstay clearance

What year and tire size? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to

[RBW] Re: Yepp Mini on Rivendell experiences?

Tony, PM if you're still looking. Might have a Yepp mini available. David River Grove, IL -- 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] Riv Atlantis chainstay clearance

What's the width at the fork and the chainstays? 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. To

Re: [RBW] Winter Ramble

I know, I know, I'm a wimp, I admit it. On Sat, Dec 17, 2016 at 3:00 PM, ascpgh wrote: > Non-Fredly is to frostbite, suffer and not speak of it? > > Put on your wool and review Rules #5, and 9. They may be the minority in > which appearance (besides yourself out in the wet,

Re: [RBW] Winter Ramble

That might just do it; wasn't aware of it -- thanks. However, I will look further before buying (possum guilt trip notwithstanding -- yes, I know it's a joke) because even with this hat I'd need a chin strap, as I do on the Walz. And I don't really like balaclavas, unless the temp is guaranteed to

[RBW] Re: Quickbeam: A Three Year Retrospective

Allen wrench because it's a Paul rear hub. Being leisurely, shifting takes a minute, usually at a place I'd stop anyway. No biggie. With abandon, Patrick On Saturday, December 17, 2016 at 3:41:37 PM UTC-7, alan lavine wrote: > > Beautiful! Is the rear wheel bolt on, requiring a wrench to

Re: [RBW] Re: Quickbeam: A Three Year Retrospective

I use a 8-speed era XT skewer on my 2003 Riv, and it holds very well. The '99 gofast has a classy NOS 7400 something DA skewer. It also holds well. For that matter, the couple of times I used them on the S3X hub, with considerable climbing (= torque), the Sturmey Archer wingnuts also didn't slip.

[RBW] Re: Quickbeam: A Three Year Retrospective

Beautiful! Is the rear wheel bolt on, requiring a wrench to change gears? Would a QR skewer work? I have aTrek 620 1983 frame getting powder coated and I might try this set-up, but I'm not sure I would wrench to change gears. Alan NYC On Friday, December 16, 2016 at 3:06:03 PM UTC-5, Deacon

[RBW] Re: FS: SunXCD Downtube shifters - Front friction, rear 7/8speed index

SOLD -- 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] Winter Ramble

Non-Fredly is to frostbite, suffer and not speak of it? Put on your wool and review Rules #5, and 9. They may be the minority in which appearance (besides yourself out in the wet, cold, forbidding wild) is not the primary objective. Andy Cheatham Pittsburgh On Saturday, December 17, 2016

Re: [RBW] Winter Ramble

Aren't I always showing off something or other? Grin. Ears at 40˚F to 20˚F: I wear my Riv. possum wool "Radar O'Reilly" from M*A*S*H* hat. https://www.rivbike.com/products/mcdonald-brim-beanie. Only issue is at 20˚F on fast descents or strong headwinds in too much combination there is no wind

Re: [RBW] Winter Ramble

-5 and windy: aww, yer just showing off now. Seriously, nice report. I suppose with that beard you don't ever need a balaclava. I wish I'd kept my shearling, Soviet apparatchik hat that I bought for Quebec city; nah, it would be too warm for ABQ. In fact, I gave it to my bro in law who until last

Re: [RBW] Black and Cream Color Scheme

Ahhh, no, please. That green, at least to my eyes, is too "limey" and makes me think of the lime green paint I applied to my landlady's flat back when I was getting my graduate degrees in Philosophy at Universite Laval in la Ville de Quebec. She went out to Pascal's or Brico Deco and came back

[RBW] Re: Black and Cream Color Scheme

Hmm, you're right about black and black. My yellow idea doesn't really work with the cream panels. -- 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: Quickbeam: A Three Year Retrospective

Nice! Thanks Jim D Massachusetts On Friday, December 16, 2016 at 3:06:03 PM UTC-5, Deacon Patrick wrote: > > Photos and drippings of ooze for one of my two favorite bicycles! > http://thegrid.ai/withabandon/quickbeam-sightings/ > > With abandon, > Patrick > >

[RBW] Re: Winter Ramble

Studly! And yipes! I'd go with studs too in that nonsense. It is hard to overestimate how hard it is to take pictures in wet/cold combo of any temps. Riding and shooting at -5 is cake in comparison. I'll happily keep sipping my champagne here. Grin. With abandon, Patrick On Saturday,

[RBW] Re: Black and Cream Color Scheme

Black & Black looks good on Dave's Sam: https://www.rivbike.com/pages/daves-staff-bikes On Thursday, December 15, 2016 at 4:15:36 PM UTC-8, Daniel Jackson wrote: > > What color bar tape would you use on a lugged black bike with cream head > tube, silver components and tan sidewall shoes? --

[RBW] Re: Yepp Mini on Rivendell experiences?

Tony, If you can't find a used one, go talk to Loren at The Daily Rider over on H St NE. He stocks the Yepp Mini at his store. Keith -- 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: Winter Ramble

Fantastic! Much more attractive activity than mine. I worked overnight, 13° when I rode from home. Front passage in the night raised the temperature slowly and snow began falling at 2 am. By 3:00 it was one of those warm in the clouds, cold on the ground (single digits for several days) and

[RBW] FS: Nitto Big Back Rack

Price lowered to $125 Jeff Arlington, VA -- 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: Black and Cream Color Scheme

I agree with all of these suggestions, but I always kinda liked the "splash" tape. My orange Ram with the cream head tube has orange/white splash tape on the bars to match the frame. But some folks, like this guy http://raydobbins.com/splash/splash.htm are dead set against it. Each to his

[RBW] Re: Jones and Hunq

On Friday, December 16, 2016 at 6:31:19 PM UTC-8, Tony DeFilippo wrote: > > Clayton and Daniel - thanks! Both of your responses just make me want to > get out and test ride a Jones sometime soon... I found a semi-local shop > that actually has a diamond frame for rent so I think i'll be able

Re: [RBW] Re: Jones and Hunq

I wish I could get my mitts on a Jones Plus for a test ride! I love my new-to-me Krampus, but I can't help but feel like the Jones is my grail bike. I keep hearing and reading that it essentially defies categorization in all the right ways. I also hear that it's fantastic for long rides, on or off

[RBW] Re: Jones and Hunq

On Friday, December 16, 2016 at 6:31:19 PM UTC-8, Tony DeFilippo wrote: > > Clayton and Daniel - thanks! Both of your responses just make me want to > get out and test ride a Jones sometime soon... I found a semi-local shop > that actually has a diamond frame for rent so I think i'll be able

[RBW] Re: NEW BIKE DAY!

Thanks Steve, I hope your vision are correct. Looking forward to some off road ramblings with quilt and tarp. On Saturday, December 17, 2016 at 4:21:03 AM UTC-8, Steve Butcher wrote: > > Mighty fine, indeed! Your new bike conjures up, in my mind, visions of > dirt paths through dense, lush

[RBW] Re: NEW BIKE DAY!

Thanks Lum. Just curious what about my avatar picture don't you like? On Saturday, December 17, 2016 at 7:06:12 AM UTC-8, lum gim fong wrote: > > Congrats on the new bike!! Looks like a fun bike!!! > > PS - Puhleeze change that avatar picture. > > > > On Friday, December 16, 2016 at 5:59:52 PM

Re: [RBW] NEW BIKE DAY!

Thanks Patrick. Unfortunately rode around the block a little yesterday after completing the build. But I'll be posting photos of my rides and give a thorough report. On Saturday, December 17, 2016 at 7:02:51 AM UTC-8, Patrick Moore wrote: > > Congratulations. How does it ride? > > On Fri, Dec

[RBW] Re: NEW BIKE DAY!

Yep SR One-at-a-Time. On Saturday, December 17, 2016 at 6:34:23 AM UTC-8, Bob B wrote: > > SunRace or something else? > > On Saturday, December 17, 2016 at 9:33:38 AM UTC-5, Bob B wrote: >> >> Awesome! Love the inside shifters >> >> On Friday, December 16, 2016 at 5:59:52 PM UTC-5, Kellie wrote:

[RBW] Re: NEW BIKE DAY!

Thanks Tony, but NOT the Albatross but the new Nitto Choco-norm bar. On Friday, December 16, 2016 at 9:14:40 PM UTC-8, Tony DeFilippo wrote: > > Congrats! Looks great, I love the chunky tires-albatross-otherwise > minimal extra stuff look of a Riv just like this. > > Looks ready for anything!

[RBW] Re: FS: New 700c LX/A23 wheelset

bump On Wednesday, November 30, 2016 at 3:30:22 AM UTC-5, lum gim fong wrote: > > Paypal or ca$h in US$ > > Ill ship anywhere and any method you want if you pay shipping > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from

[RBW] Re: FS: 650b Grand Bois Cypres tire set

bump On Tuesday, November 15, 2016 at 10:52:33 AM UTC-5, lum gim fong wrote: > > > > -- 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: Where are the Brompton Owners or A Case of the Novembers

Eric, Agreed. My wife was right. I now have a lime green 2016 M6R arriving friday from NYCE Wheels. N+1! Of course as soon as I pulled the trigger on the color, my wife said, "hope that doesn't clash with your lime green helmet." Crap! I hadn't even thought that the bike would match my

[RBW] Black and Cream Color Scheme

Or maybe "greenery"? https://www.google.com/amp/www.chicagotribune.com/lifestyles/home/ct-home-1215-finds-pantone-20161215-story,amp.html?client=ms-android-hms-tmobile-us John -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To

[RBW] Black and Cream Color Scheme

I love the honey colored Brooks (or natural special) with their honey leather bar tape. Looks good on my orange Sam with tan sidewalls. Would look great on a black Sam. Classy! That's my 2 cents. John -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners

[RBW] Winter Ramble

Minus five, with the winter clothing details finally coming together in the little details. What a blast! http://thegrid.ai/withabandon/winter-ramble With abandon, Patrick www.OurHolyConception.org www.MindYourHeadCoop.org -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google

[RBW] Re: Jones and Hunq

Another factor I have been considering, as Daniel mentions, is the tech differences between the two. The Riv would surely be a much easier bike to fix on the fly and cheaply if necessary. The EBB, 135 or 150 front hub (and boost rear of the new plus), thru axles all have their purpose but I

[RBW] Re: Jones and Hunq

Thanks for the feedback thus far. My one issue with the Jones is that I don't believe it will hold up to the Hunq as a commuter. As an all day riding bike on mixed terrain, without technical riding, I suppose they each have their advantages. On Friday, December 16, 2016 at 2:00:43 PM UTC-6,

[RBW] Re: Quickbeam: A Three Year Retrospective

Now that's a bike review. Poetic. In the third pic I love the juxtaposition of your QB and it's skinny tubes with the tall skinny trees. Nice to have you back DP! Regards, Richard On Friday, December 16, 2016 at 3:06:03 PM UTC-5, Deacon Patrick wrote: > > Photos and drippings of ooze for one of

Re: [RBW] Quickbeam: A Three Year Retrospective

And I have one for sale that might work! On Fri, Dec 16, 2016 at 2:56 PM, Eric Norris wrote: > Deacon: > > I think you would really enjoy a 3-speed IGH on your Quickbeam. It's easy > to set up--let me know if you need any advice. > > --Eric N > www.CampyOnly.com >

[RBW] Re: Yepp Mini on Rivendell experiences?

My daughter Rebecca is just about 6 months old and a front seat is on the agenda very soon... anyone on the list have one they are done with and want to sell? Yepp Mini or iBert? Hit me up off list. If not I think the Santa-Amazon-Claus will be making a stop at my place very soon! :) I can't

[RBW] Re: NEW BIKE DAY!

Congrats on the new bike!! Looks like a fun bike!!! PS - Puhleeze change that avatar picture. On Friday, December 16, 2016 at 5:59:52 PM UTC-5, Kellie wrote: > Two months in the queue at Waterford; just finished the build. > > >

Re: [RBW] NEW BIKE DAY!

Congratulations. How does it ride? On Fri, Dec 16, 2016 at 3:59 PM, Kellie wrote: > Two months in the queue at Waterford; just finished the build. > > >

[RBW] Re: NEW BIKE DAY!

SunRace or something else? On Saturday, December 17, 2016 at 9:33:38 AM UTC-5, Bob B wrote: > > Awesome! Love the inside shifters > > On Friday, December 16, 2016 at 5:59:52 PM UTC-5, Kellie wrote: >> >> Two months in the queue at Waterford; just finished the build. >> >> >>

[RBW] Re: NEW BIKE DAY!

Awesome! Love the inside shifters On Friday, December 16, 2016 at 5:59:52 PM UTC-5, Kellie wrote: > > Two months in the queue at Waterford; just finished the build. > > >

[RBW] Re: NEW BIKE DAY!

Mighty fine, indeed! Your new bike conjures up, in my mind, visions of dirt paths through dense, lush forests... On Friday, December 16, 2016 at 4:59:52 PM UTC-6, Kellie wrote: > > Two months in the queue at Waterford; just finished the build. > > >

Re: [RBW] Quickbeam: A Three Year Retrospective

Thanks, Joe. For me, manual shifting is a feature not a bug. I love it. Part of the rhythm of a Quickbeam ride is the leisurely shift. Part of the gift of living in the mountains is you're either going up or down. Grin. With abandon, Patrick, who is a Catholic deacon and among many things is

[RBW] Re: Poster post

Store-front window displays don't get any better than this. > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch"