Re: [RBW] What tires are people running on their Hubbuhubbuhs?

I suspect all the tires listed are great choices, there are so many good tires in this wheel size. Iconley, Do those Super Motos run true to size or are they also undersized like the Big Bens. I'm not planning on running fenders for the time being. Thanks all, Ray -- You received this

[RBW] Re: PSA: Coffee Outside Bay Area

It's almost time! 7 AM Marina Park this Sat. 5/20. Hope to see you there! On Sunday, February 19, 2017 at 12:01:27 PM UTC-8, Kellie wrote: > > *Chasing Mailboxes* has "Coffee Friday," @foundinthemountains (Vancouver) > has #coffeeoutsideyvc. Now there's *Coffee Outside Bay Area *(SF): first >

Re: [RBW] Re: The BLAHG, eRivs?

I-phones, e-bikes, o boy! I think any bike designed around a specific motor system will indeed become obsolete sooner than later. And so the 10-year-old bicycle in the back of the garage will have more in common with a computer sporting a floppy drive than a vintage Bridgestone XO-2. Though

[RBW] WTB: brooks b17 select

Not sure I would call it a decent price but there is one on eBay now for a BIN price of $139.99. Think there is a shipping charge. I stocked up on them after they were discontinued and hard to find but not yet very scarce. Watch ebay as they do turn up over time -- You received this message

Re: [RBW] Re: Jones and Hunq

Tubed for me, though I can't see how it would affect this, if I was running the same pressure. On Thu, May 18, 2017 at 2:25 PM, Tony DeFilippo wrote: > It's really interesting how different the experiences are with similar > equipment... Eric I'm definitely getting what you

[RBW] FS or FT Nitto Campee 27F Front Rack

Michael, I may be interested in the big front if no trade happens. PM me if so. -- 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: Large orange HHH build, shake down ride

Yes, excellent setup. I'll do mine next weekend when I'm back home. Hurrah for the orange Hubbuhubbuhs!!! René On Thu, May 18, 2017 at 3:56 PM, Julian Westerhout wrote: > I'm using Maxxis Re-Fuse 27.5 x 2.0 tires --they measure just over 51mm > mounted after a week or so

Re: [RBW] Dyno wiring

Peter, I suspect you are correct. I just left the mount in the same position as when I received my AHH from RBW. I don't recall who assembled it or know why they did it that way. In the RBW picture of the light as mounted, it is on the right side of the rack while mine came with the light

[RBW] Re: The BLAHG, eRivs?

Whatever floats your boat , enjoy the view . -- 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] P-clamps or new Braze-ons for rear rack?

You don't need to worry about P clamps and even a fully stuffed Nelson, and people do loaded tours with P clamps. You can also get *nice* clamps for stays and fork from thetouringstore.com. But me, I'd get brazeons -- why not? Sure they're permanent, but what harm do they do, except to your

Re: [RBW] Dyno wiring

Tim, If I am seeing this correctly, you could have a simpler setup if you rotate the mount 180 degrees and attach the light to the threaded eyelet hanging from the rack. The IQ-X can be either right-side-up or up-side-down. Just rotate the mount. PJW On Thu, May 18, 2017 at 12:37 PM, Tim

Re: [RBW] Re: Large orange HHH build, shake down ride

Wonderful! What tires and fenders are you using? I'm going to try to install (and rinko the front fender) the Honjo smooth 650b x 62mm fender over the Switchback Hill tires, even though Compass recommends going with a wider one that they don't have or know about yet. They recommend going 40%

Re: [RBW] What tires are people running on their Hubbuhubbuhs?

I did mount the Compass Switchback Hill, 650b x 48mm and they look perfect. I got the regular version, not the super light at their recommendation. Haven't really ridden it yet, other than coast in my backyard as I'm still waiting for the Motolites (Paul had some issue with one of their machines

Re: [RBW] Re: The BLAHG, eRivs?

I would certainly ride a cargo bike with an electric motor -- 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: Sam fenders

Not on Sam, but with Barlow Pass, I'm running 43mm Honjo NM29-700N from Jitensha, and they're a perfect match. What I like about Jitensha is they sell un-drilled fender blanks, so you put all the holes right where you need them. Mine are fluted, but the sell the same size hammered,

[RBW] FS or FT Nitto Campee 27F Front Rack

Where are you? I have the Nitto / Rivendell "big front rack" I would trade. -- 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: The BLAHG, eRivs?

I'd just like to say I appreciate everyone's comments on this topic, and realize it's a touchy one for many. My goal isn't to hijack a Riv forum for ebike talk, I'm just chiming in about a topic that has come up several times recently on The Blahg. Ebikes are THE big discussion in the bicycle

[RBW] Sam fenders

What fenders are you using with Compass Barlow Pass tires and a 700c Sam. I tried the copper colored Handsome Devil fenders and they don't work. Ideas? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and

Re: [RBW] Re: The BLAHG, eRivs?

I also have a Haibike from Germany with a Yamaha mid-drive built into a dedicated ebike frame..this is the type you're seeing in your shop. Here's a link to the place I got my folder, which will give you an idea how these kits fit on standard frames. My folder started with a small battery

[RBW] Re: P-clamps or new Braze-ons for rear rack?

Front and rear, I've mounted racks and fenders to the same dropout bosses. The front with

Re: [RBW] Re: The BLAHG, eRivs?

That's kinda neat. I didn't realize there were any mid-drive kits that could be retrofitted to a normal BB. All the mid-drive setups I've seen are big bricks. But then, I'm not in the e-bike market (except for the new ones that go through our shop). Still, it would be best if the battery were

[RBW] Re: P-clamps or new Braze-ons for rear rack?

They even used to make a widget for the no eyelet Campy dropouts that allowed you to put the bolt through the open triangle in the rear dropout so you didn't need to use a P-clamp. I will readily trade some wisdom for some youth. On Thursday, May 18, 2017 at 4:01:14 PM UTC-4, Mike K. wrote: >

[RBW] Re: P-clamps or new Braze-ons for rear rack?

This is definitely just a case of being green behind the ears. As soon as it was said, it was painfully obvious. Thanks for the wisdom, and if you feel so inclined, I won't deprive anyone the chance of poking fun at the stupid young guy. On Thursday, May 18, 2017 at 2:52:16 PM UTC-5, lconley

[RBW] What tires are people running on their Hubbuhubbuhs?

Good call on the Beat Farmers I'm using a set of Pacenti Quasi Motos -- 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: FS: Yakima rooftop tandem rack; two single bike rook mounts, 4-bike hitch mount.

Rick, I just sent you an email. Julian. On Thursday, May 18, 2017 at 2:55:09 PM UTC-5, Rick wrote: > > Howdy, I'll take that Sidewinder off your hands if you still got it. > Tried to reply to author, got rejected. You can reach me > at richardholcombATyahoo.com off list. > > Rick. > >>

[RBW] Re: What tires are people running on their Hubbuhubbuhs?

Ray, I mounted a pair of Maxxis Re-Fuse 27.5 x 2.0 -- they measure just over 51mm mounted after a week or so on the rims. They work great with VO 700x63 fluted aluminum fenders. Did a slight massage of the fenders following Anton Tutter's tutorial http://tinyurl.com/n8wy8cb to get the

[RBW] Re: FS: Yakima rooftop tandem rack; two single bike rook mounts, 4-bike hitch mount.

Howdy, I'll take that Sidewinder off your hands if you still got it. Tried to reply to author, got rejected. You can reach me at richardholcombATyahoo.com off list. Rick. > > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To

[RBW] Re: P-clamps or new Braze-ons for rear rack?

Back when dinosaurs roamed the earth, we didn't have two sets of eyelets on our Campy dropouts, just one (or none). We used longer bolts and put the rack next to the frame and the fenders outboard of the rack. Seemed to work fine. On Thursday, May 18, 2017 at 3:43:17 PM UTC-4, Mike K. wrote: >

Re: [RBW] P-clamps or new Braze-ons for rear rack?

What's wrong with mounting both the rack and fenders on one set of eyelets? People do it all the time, you just need longer bolts. And yes, they are strong enough; they're made to take that kind of load. On 05/18/2017 03:43 PM, Mike K. wrote: Howdy folks, Trying to figure out the best way

Re: [RBW] P-clamps of new braze-ons for rear rack?

Just double up the rack and fenders on the single eyelet. It's not a big deal at all. On Thu, May 18, 2017 at 2:42 PM, Mike K. wrote: > Howdy folks, > Trying to figure out the best way to get a rear rack on the Ram. It's blue > and only has one set of eyelets on the

[RBW] P-clamps or new Braze-ons for rear rack?

Howdy folks, Trying to figure out the best way to get a rear rack on the Ram. It's blue and only has one set of eyelets on the dropouts, which are currently occupied by my fenders. I've been nervous to set up a rear rack with p-clamps because I know, inevitably, I will want to put panniers on

[RBW] P-clamps of new braze-ons for rear rack?

Howdy folks, Trying to figure out the best way to get a rear rack on the Ram. It's blue and only has one set of eyelets on the dropouts, which are currently occupied by my fenders. I've been nervous to set up a rear rack with p-clamps because I know, inevitably, I will want to put panniers on

[RBW] Re: Hub Area Bags and Hub Area Racks

What Roberta said. I had the john's irish, long strap on mine. > > > -- 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: Large orange HHH build, shake down ride

Cool, thanks for that ! On Thursday, May 18, 2017 at 2:32:45 PM UTC-4, Julian Westerhout wrote: > > KJ, > > From the pedal axle to the top of the saddle is 105.5 cm. > > Julian Westerhout > Bloomington, IL > > On Thursday, May 18, 2017 at 1:17:52 PM UTC-5, Kieran J wrote: >> >> Very nice!

[RBW] Re: What tires are people running on their Hubbuhubbuhs?

I've got Big Bens on my wheelset. Measure 48 - 50mm on the tandem rims. I'm a bit surprised that they ran that narrow... I ran 26" version of Big Bens on my Hunqapillar and really liked them. I probably would have tried Super Moto-X had I known about them. But, then again, getting fenders and

[RBW] Re: Camp Coffee/Coffee outside in Austin, Tx

Nice, I'm pretty close to Burnet and Braker. Pease Park looks like a cool option, closer to downtown and on the Shoal Creek trail. I'll post again here when I've checked out some spots. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To

[RBW] Re: What tires are people running on their Hubbuhubbuhs?

Schwalbe Super Moto-X: 27.5 x 2.4 (650B x 62) - basically a bigger Big Ben. I have them mounted on the wheels, still waiting on the frame. On Thursday, May 18, 2017 at 3:08:52 PM UTC-4, Ray Varella wrote: > > Intended use is multipurpose, road, trail, hardpack fireroad etc... > Nothing

[RBW] What tires are people running on their Hubbuhubbuhs?

Intended use is multipurpose, road, trail, hardpack fireroad etc... Nothing technical. Thank you, Ray -- 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] What tires are people running on their Hubbuhubbuhs?

Just curious what sort of tire choices people are making for their tandems. I'm thinking about starting with something in the 2.00"-2.25". Schwalbe and Continental both have some nice looking tires. The Riv site is currently out on a couple of them but I can wait for a little while. The

Re: [RBW] Re: The BLAHG, eRivs?

I meant "moot." -- 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: Camp Coffee/Coffee outside in Austin, Tx

I'd be interested! I live in north central (Burnet & Anderson) and work a bit norther (Burnet & Braker). Walnut creek is good, northwest park, Austin State Hospital/Central Market, Pease Park, and on down by the lake are all good. Depending on east-west orientation it's easy to get down to

Re: [RBW] Re: The BLAHG, eRivs?

I haven't even read the blahg yet but will say that, as a reformed motorhead and perpetual mechanical tinkerer/hobbyist who found cycling as a redemption from more destructive pastimes, I'll admit to being both very intrigued by e-bikes and disgusted at the thought of seeing them on trails and

[RBW] Re: FS or Trade: pedals, rack, bag, bell

Bell is 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

[RBW] Re: Large orange HHH build, shake down ride

Nice! My experience with tandems is, they handle crosswinds better than most singles. I suspect these tandems will prove to be very stable. I thought the orange was a great color and adds to the fun factor. Ray -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups

[RBW] FS: Lg LS Ibex jersey & Lg. Saddlesack olive

Ibex is sold, Saddlesack still available, $115 shipped, more pictures available, Thanks, Steve -- 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: Camp Coffee/Coffee outside in Austin, Tx

Thanks, I'm enjoying it so far. Downtown could definitely work and would probably draw a bigger crowd. I'll explore some spots next week and see what I can find. Ideally something where people can sit facing each other. I got a Niner ROS 9+. Rigid, steel, 29 x 3. It's my only bike right now so

[RBW] Re: Large orange HHH build, shake down ride

KJ, >From the pedal axle to the top of the saddle is 105.5 cm. Julian Westerhout Bloomington, IL On Thursday, May 18, 2017 at 1:17:52 PM UTC-5, Kieran J wrote: > > Very nice! What's the captain's saddle height in the picture? > > KJ > > > On Thursday, May 18, 2017 at 9:55:48 AM UTC-4, Julian

Re: [RBW] Re: The BLAHG, eRivs?

PS: I'll buy one to give to the wee little wanker who passed me this morning in a lifted black pickup with extraloud muffler and very little acceleration. On Thu, May 18, 2017 at 12:25 PM, Patrick Moore wrote: > My goodness! How uncharitable! Mercy! > > Patrick "LOL" Moore

[RBW] Re: FS: Bosco, Albatross, Sackville, Silver/shimano shifters, VP Pedals, Nitto Stems

Sent PM -- 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: The BLAHG, eRivs?

My goodness! How uncharitable! Mercy! Patrick "LOL" Moore On Thu, May 18, 2017 at 7:35 AM, Deacon Patrick wrote: > One of my less-than brilliant visions is to buy a pile of these stickers > and put them on parked motorcycles in the area (I used Gran't link to the > sticker

Re: [RBW] Re: Jones and Hunq

It's really interesting how different the experiences are with similar equipment... Eric I'm definitely getting what you describe. Did you go tubeless or tubed? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group

[RBW] Re: Camp Coffee/Coffee outside in Austin, Tx

I'd go to one if it started happening! Heat's starting to pick up, so it may be worth doing it downtown near Mellow Johnny's (where there are free showers, lockers, etc. for commuters). Or just near the creek :) Welcome to town, btw. I'll admit to admiring your Sam frame on eBay (and here),

Re: [RBW] Re: Jones and Hunq

I had the exact same experience with 2.35" Big Ones on a 45mm Scraper rim. Very jerky, digital steering. Put 3" knobbies back on and all was well. Eric On Thursday, May 18, 2017, Tony DeFilippo wrote: > Philip we need to catch up for coffee and get you on my 24" Jones Plus >

[RBW] FS or FT Nitto Campee 27F Front Rack

Hi, I have a Nitto Campee 27F Front Rack used but in great shape that I'd like to trade for a comparable Rear or Front Rack sized for a 650b bike. Barring a trade, I'd be willing to sell it for $200 shipped. Thanks, Dan -- You received this

[RBW] Re: Large orange HHH build, shake down ride

Very nice! What's the captain's saddle height in the picture? KJ On Thursday, May 18, 2017 at 9:55:48 AM UTC-4, Julian Westerhout wrote: > > I finished building our large HHH last night. We took it on a 14 mile > shake down ride this morning in ridiculous 25-30 mph winds. Tried to stay > with

[RBW] Re: Dyno wiring

I have the front strut of a mark's rack going all the way down to the drop out. makes wiring way easier (right up the strut) and feels more stable. -- 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: Jones and Hunq

I am using the 2.35” G-Ones on RaceFace ARC 45’s. I run them tubeless. Honestly I felt that the 3” maxis chronicles I have on there are too squirmy and handled poorly on pavement (particularly downhill) but mostly because they’re run at such a low pressure (10 psi). On this second wheelset w/

[RBW] Re: Large orange HHH build, shake down ride

Double nice! -- 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: Jones and Hunq

Philip we need to catch up for coffee and get you on my 24" Jones Plus sometime soon. I'm around next week, hit me up off list if you want to give it a try. David are you using the 2.35" G-Ones on your Jones Plus? I have the Schwable 'Big Ones' 2.35" slicks on mine right now and I'm not a fan.

[RBW] Large orange HHH build, shake down ride

APPROVE!! -- 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: Jones and Hunq

ahh great info thanks! emailed jones and they said it's fine, but they pointed me towards the spaceframe if i had any concerns. glad the 24" plus fits well. might be a good 27+ candidatE? On Thursday, May 18, 2017 at 1:02:57 PM UTC-4, dstein wrote: > > I have a 48cm hunq and a 24" jones plus.

Re: [RBW] Re: The BLAHG, eRivs?

Apologies for the confusing last eight words of my post. It was all fine up to them..and even I can't figure it out. Oh, language! ("...has to be worked out in 'pedal' mode.") Whaaa--? On Thu, May 18, 2017 at 9:30 AM, Grant @ Rivendell wrote: > We won't sell eBikes

Re: [RBW] Re: Jones and Hunq

I have a 48cm hunq and a 24" jones plus. The hunq was my 'original' mtn bike, now the jones isfits fine. it's so well designed that it doesn't feel that big when you're in it at all, but if you look at it it is huge, especially compared to my small hunq with 26" wheels. the only times it

[RBW] Re: The BLAHG, eRivs?

My personal anticipatory frustration with e-MTBs is there is a certain, albeit basic and low, level of knowledge required to end up on certain trails __ miles in. This "filter" correlates with a certain quality of person -- one who tends to care for their surroundings, knows basics of

[RBW] Re: May Showers Bring June Flowers

This looks like a blast, thanks for sharing. Will -- 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] Dyno wiring

My picture didn't seem to come through. Here's the link: https://flic.kr/p/UVECZ6 Tim On Thu, May 18, 2017 at 9:32 AM, Tim Butterfield wrote: > On my Homer, I have the light on the left and run the wire up and through > the Mark's rack and down the other side. > From

Re: [RBW] Re: The BLAHG, eRivs?

In some strange way, e-cycling seems to address several of Grant's philosophies on what cycling ought to be. Comfort, broad use, accessibility, the whole "Just Ride" approach away from the marketed "racing " utopian approach of the later decades. Add to these the good feeling of increased

Re: [RBW] Dyno wiring

On my Homer, I have the light on the left and run the wire up and through the Mark's rack and down the other side. >From the light, the wire goes up to and over the front of the left rear support down and under the left edge of the rack diagonally through the rack to the front of the right rear

Re: [RBW] Re: Jones and Hunq

any smaller riders on a jones? having rode a 48cm Hunq, curious how the jones fits, as well as if the 29+ wheels are too big. -- 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] May Showers Bring June Flowers

What a fun, wet, sloppy, slushy, snowy ride! Happy Spring! Grin. http://thegrid.ai/withabandon/may-showers-bring-june-flowers With abandon, Patrick www.CredoFamily.org www.MindYourHeadCoop.org -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch"

[RBW] Re: The BLAHG, eRivs?

We've experimented with putting bionx kits on a riv or two. The utility factor can't be denied. From an aesthetic factorI ended up taking them off. They were bionx aftermarket kits and they had excellent range, function etc etc. They were just too ugly for a Riv. We recently got a demo

Re: [RBW] Re: Jones and Hunq

Nice! I just got some g-ones for my jones and love them. A little slippery on one ride i went on recently but otherwise do fantastic on the roads and most other trails. Happy riding. On Thu, May 18, 2017 at 8:47 AM, Geeter wrote: > Built! Ride report in the near future! > > >

[RBW] Re: Dyno wiring

Having problems with providing an image in the message. I used a Sheldon Nut from Problem Solvers to mount the light. I got the idea from a BLUG posting about this. For now I just

[RBW] Re: Dyno wiring

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[RBW] Re: Dyno wiring

[URL=http://s283.photobucket.com/user/blakcloud60/media/Rivendell%20Sam%20Hilborne/P1020754_zpsbgvpwses.jpg.html][IMG]http://i283.photobucket.com/albums/kk319/blakcloud60/Rivendell%20Sam%20Hilborne/P1020754_zpsbgvpwses.jpg[/IMG][/URL] This idea was copied from a BLUG article that suggested using

[RBW] FS or Trade: pedals, rack, bag, bell

I'm looking for some large, low profile, grippy MTB platform pedals. I'm also willing to sell these items. All prices shipped CONUS. Shimano PD-M540 SPD $40 MKS Sneaker pedals $25 Wald 137 basket with red cargo net $30 Camo Burro Bags hip pouch $20 Crane brass hammer bell $10 Please contact

[RBW] Re: The BLAHG, eRivs?

Yes, that's what mopeds became (and it's what may be the future of this generation; there are already some /very/ scooter-looking electric mopeds out there that I occasionally see on the bike paths/locked up to bike racks in Portland. The only thing keeping the electric mopeds from becoming

[RBW] Re: Dyno wiring

Hi Carla, I have a SON28 to IQ-X and Velolumino fender light on my Hunqapillar: Here's a pic. You can zoom a bit and maybe see the wiring: https://flic.kr/p/MU5VJN I have a double wire (supplied by BM with the IQ-X) that connects to the dyno hub. The wire is wrapped around the drive-side fork

[RBW] Re: Camp Coffee/Coffee outside in Austin, Tx

There was one meeting in Central Austin (downtown area) last year, but I think it fell off. On Thursday, May 18, 2017 at 9:35:26 AM UTC-5, Will Ashe wrote: > > Having recently relocated to Austin, I'm wondering if any Austinite > listers know of a camp coffee meetup. I became so accustomed

[RBW] Camp Coffee/Coffee outside in Austin, Tx

Having recently relocated to Austin, I'm wondering if any Austinite listers know of a camp coffee meetup. I became so accustomed to #ballonacreekcampcoffee on Wednesday mornings and I'm missing the face to face social interaction. I'm currently in North Austin, and am considering starting

[RBW] Dyno wiring

If you have a dyno hub on the front wheel and a small Nitto front rack on your Sam can you please post a pic with the wiring showing? If you love your setup let me know which hub and light you used. Thanks -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW

Re: [RBW] Re: The BLAHG, eRivs?

I hesitate a little to chime in because I recognize and agree, to some extent, with both sides of the thinking. That said, I have an electric assist cargo bike, a somewhat cobbled together but perfectly functional Yuba Mundo and I will say that it is the most practical vehicle I have ever

[RBW] Re: The BLAHG, eRivs?

One of my less-than brilliant visions is to buy a pile of these stickers and put them on parked motorcycles in the area (I used Gran't link to the sticker factory to make up a prototype). I suppose e-bikes are quiet, but they haven't caught on here yet, knock on wood. Sardonic grin. With

Re: [RBW] Re: The BLAHG, eRivs?

I don't see Rivendell as the shop you'd think of to go buy an e-bike. And I doubt that Riv would "put some bikes together with the latest mid-drive motors with 5 levels of pedal-assist available". A mid-drive motor would wreck the aesthetics of the classic diamond frame that Riv celebrates, and

[RBW] FS: Brakes

Pair Avid speed dial 7 brake levers for v or disk brakes. $30 F Avid digital 5 linear pull brakes. $30 F Avid shorty cantilever 4 w/ rebuild kit. $45 F Shimano old Rivendell stock cantis. $30 Tektro oryx cantilever grab bag - one shiny silver almost new pair, one black pair for parts.

Re: [RBW] Re: Kickstand Props

My experience directly contradicts Eric D's*. My two bikes (Riv Road, and '88 Schwinn KOM) with chainstay-mounted kickstands are eager to fall over from front wheel flop. My Riv Road has fallen over (or nearly so) several times. Even if I settle the front wheel myself before taking my hand off,

[RBW] Re: The BLAHG, eRivs?

I wouldn't buy one right now. But if I had mobility problems that prevented me from pedaling my bike, I'd seriously consider it. I live in NYC and ebikes are everywhere, mostly being ridden by people delivering food. I live in Queens and commute into Manhattan by bike via the Williamsburg

[RBW] Re: The BLAHG, eRivs?

completely agree. i see more parents in the morning taking their kids to school by bike and they are usually on an e-bike in office clothes. makes sense - you want to drop your kids off and get to work on time, maybe not get too sweaty before getting into the office. then after work, could have

[RBW] Re: The BLAHG, eRivs?

completely agree. i see more parents in the morning taking their kids to school by bike and they are usually on an e-bike in office clothes. makes sense - you want to drop your kids off and get to work on time, maybe not get too sweaty before getting into the office. then after work, could have

[RBW] Re: FS: Bosco, Albatross, Sackville, Silver/shimano shifters, VP Pedals, Nitto Stems

On Wednesday, May 17, 2017 at 11:05:18 AM UTC-4, Philip Kim wrote: > > There was some confusion as some stuff is in grey and some stuff in > black here is everything still available. (also added nitto pearl stem > and king cage many things cages i found while packing the sold off items).

[RBW] Re: The BLAHG, eRivs?

Precisely. And they are so much greener than scooters. --Tom On Thursday, May 18, 2017 at 4:09:59 AM UTC-4, panog wrote: > > A year ago it would be remarkable if I saw one ebike a month. Yesterday I > saw three during the morning commute alone. They are not coming, they are > here and when they

[RBW] Re: The BLAHG, eRivs?

A year ago it would be remarkable if I saw one ebike a month. Yesterday I saw three during the morning commute alone. They are not coming, they are here and when they become cheaper to buy there will be many, many more. If ebiking makes cycling approachable to more people, I'd welcome it. More

[RBW] Re: The BLAHG, eRivs?

I should correct my original post after reading the BLAHG again: Grant references not thinking this would work for them. I implied they might possibly do it someday, which is not correct. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group.

[RBW] Re: The BLAHG, eRivs?

Mopeds were slow motorcycles you could only ride by using the throttle. The pedals only existed to qualify it as non-licensed back in the day, you couldn't actually use it as a bicycle. So the comparison, while pithy, has nothing to do with the question I asked. -- You received this message

[RBW] Re: The BLAHG, eRivs?

Mopeds just won't stay dead, will they? It's nice that this generation of them are battery-electrics, but an electric Rivespa will never displace any of my clutter of pushbikes. -david parsons On Wednesday, May 17, 2017 at 11:53:44 PM UTC-7, Joe Bernard wrote: > > Grant mentioned ebikes

[RBW] The BLAHG, eRivs?

Grant mentioned ebikes again on the BLAHG, and even made a faint reference to a possible future where they would sell one. I know it's not his thing, but he was discussing it in reference to a cycling industry gradually accepting that ebikes are here to stay. So my question. If Rivendell put