[RBW] Re: Crust Leather Bar assessments?

too wide for me. I'm a skinny 5'10", and found the drops uncomfortable. The tops are fine, but I like descending in the drops, especially on techy off-road routes. I'm used to 720+ mountain bike bars, so I dont think it was the pure width as much as it was the position of my wrists. I also only

[RBW] Re: FS: f/f/hs 58 Simple One, $650

Agreed. This one hurts. Someone end this. -- 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] FS: f/f/hs 58 Simple One, $650

just a thoughtwanna trade for a 58 appaloosa frame...? -- 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: FS: f/f/hs 58 Simple One, $650

You're in the Portland area? So about $35 BikeFlights to ship to CA? (~$22 + insurance, + "home delivery" + $1 to bike charity) Asking for a friend (literally). Philip www.biketinker.com On Monday, June 5, 2017 at 9:53:49 AM UTC-7, allenmichael wrote: > > I haven't wanted to take this apart,

[RBW] Re: New Cheviot Day

thanks again for the nice words, everybody. the 50mm big bens fit comfortably. Will told me he had them on his with fenders, but there is definitely some finagling involved. I just measured them with the caliper and it came in at 46mm, slightly narrower than claimed. I rode the bike to work

[RBW] Quickbeam Century

Well done. That is such an amazing accomplishment. -- 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

[RBW] FS: f/f/hs 58 Simple One, $650

Someone please buy this bike, so I can stop rereading this post, rationalizing why I need it, and contemplating which bike I'd sell to fund the purchase!! -- 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: Quickbeam Century

Awesome! You are an inspiration! René On Mon, Jun 5, 2017 at 6:22 PM Deacon Patrick wrote: > Ha! Yes. Well put, Kai. > > My low gear (I have more combos, but really just use high and low) is > 32x19 (with a 22t bail out gear I've only used climbing Pikes Peak), and I > use

[RBW] Re: FS: Nitto, Tubus, etc. racks, Tektro levers, bags.

Nitto and Blackburn racks are sold. On Monday, June 5, 2017 at 2:48:55 PM UTC-5, Julian Westerhout wrote: > > For Sale: The following items are for sale w/shipping included to CONUS: > > > Tubus Vega rack — black. Minor pannier scuffs, in good condition. $80. > > > Nitto front rack — I think

[RBW] Re: Quickbeam Century

Ha! Yes. Well put, Kai. My low gear (I have more combos, but really just use high and low) is 32x19 (with a 22t bail out gear I've only used climbing Pikes Peak), and I use the 32x19 for the long steady climbs. So Roughly miles 1-5, 85-90, 98-102. That 10 mile climb out of Deckers is

[RBW] Crust Leather Bar assessments?

I popped in to Rivendell HQ a few weeks ago while on vacation. While I was there, a rangy gent rolled up on 58cm Hunq. It had a stupendously wide bar on it. After a quick chat with the rangy gent, Will hopped on the Hunq and disappeared for a few minutes. He came back later with a big smile on

[RBW] Quickbeam Century

40x16÷100=awesomeness! Beautiful country you got there -Kai BK NY -- 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] Tires for Cheviot with VO Zeppelin Fenders - Compass or Soma

Hi all, I've finally pulled my 60cm grey Cheviot out of the box and started attaching parts. Hopefully everything will be in place soon and I can take it out for a ride. A few days ago I ordered a set of 52mm Zeppelin fenders from Velo Orange. Now I am ready to order some tires. I was all

[RBW] Re: New Riv Model - Newsletter

I've got a Mtn Mixte from the first batch and my PBH is about 78. The bike is a great fit so don't think you need to be Roman's size to fit one well. I found myself just a tiny bit stretched out with standard Bullmoose bars but with Albatross and a 9cm stem, the reach is perfect. I ride it

[RBW] Quickbeam Century

In which thunderstorm updrafts give head winds coming and going but not enough rain to don a jacket. Oh, and my first century since my bludgeoned brain. That’s been a long time coming! Plus, victory strawberry smoothy surprise from my wife upon returning home! Sweet!

[RBW] Re: New Riv Model - Newsletter

Ok. So the Mixtes are the second batch. I'm getting one of them. Originally they were thinking July for delivery of the frames In any rvent looking forward to it -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this

[RBW] Re: New Riv Model - Newsletter

I know. My plan is to put in an order for a 650b hunq or Atlantis (still undecided) this week, but between adam's cheviot and the mountain Mixtes, it's making step throughs more and more desirable -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch"

[RBW] Re: New Riv Model - Newsletter

I hope the medium mountain mixtes are as big of a hit as the extra large ones were, and that the success prompts a run of in-between-sized large ones And that i can afford to jump on it when it happens. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW

[RBW] Re: New Riv Model - Newsletter

Chris said: "I thought the Mountain Mixtes were the ones coming out this summer. Didn't pick up that there was to be a third Run of them" Drew said: "i dont see the part about a new model between sam and joe. " 1. Go to www.rivbike.com 2. Hover on News up at the top and select RBW

[RBW] Re: New Riv Model - Newsletter

i dont see the part about a new model between sam and joe. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com.

[RBW] Re: New Riv Model - Newsletter

I thought the Mountain Mixtes were the ones coming out this summer. Didn't pick up that there was to be a third Run of them -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it,

[RBW] Re: Sharing a few photos of my Sam with Albatross bars

Thanks! Yes it is a 62 cm. I had Noodles on the bike before which I really liked but I just couldn't get to a place where I wasn't experiencing neck pain even with the bars raised way up.That was enough motivation for me to try different bars. I also was thinking about the Albastache but after

Re: [RBW] Re: FS- front and rear Surly HD racks $175

Sorry, sold. > On Jun 5, 2017, at 12:58 PM, Kevin Tzeng wrote: > > Do you have any pictures? > > On Monday, May 15, 2017 at 12:08:57 PM UTC-7, alan lavine wrote: > Howdy, > These are the biggens, intended for fully loaded touring. Front rated for 70 > lbs and rear 80 lbs.

[RBW] FS: Nitto, Tubus, etc. racks, Tektro levers, bags.

Pm sent -- 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] Crust Leather Bar assessments?

I am wondering if anyone has tried the Crust Leather drop handlebar. At 666mm, it is very spacious. Silly wide? Thanks all, Clayton (Bend) -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving

Re: [RBW] OT: Is there any effective protection for iPhone 6 glass?

nice, i've gone through more phones than i care to admit due to water. got tired of putting my phone in a dry bag in my bike bag, and finally got a lifeproof case plus warranty. it's amazing how expensive it was for what seems like rubber, and some plastic that seems like high-tech

Re: [RBW] OT: Is there any effective protection for iPhone 6 glass?

Whoops, meant to send this privately to Philip. On Mon, Jun 5, 2017 at 2:04 PM, Patrick Moore wrote: > Thanks, Philip. I actually linked up with a good mobile repair tech who > provided me a decent case, not as good as the Otterbox but good enough > (protects body and

Re: [RBW] OT: Is there any effective protection for iPhone 6 glass?

Thanks, Philip. I actually linked up with a good mobile repair tech who provided me a decent case, not as good as the Otterbox but good enough (protects body and glass) for $25. On Sun, Jun 4, 2017 at 1:12 PM, Philip Kim wrote: > OtterBox is probably the best best for

[RBW] Re: FS- front and rear Surly HD racks $175

Do you have any pictures? On Monday, May 15, 2017 at 12:08:57 PM UTC-7, alan lavine wrote: > > Howdy, > These are the biggens, intended for fully loaded touring. Front rated for > 70 lbs and rear 80 lbs. Used on one tour and then retired. They have the > usual scratches on the corners but are

[RBW] FS: Nitto, Tubus, etc. racks, Tektro levers, bags.

For Sale: The following items are for sale w/shipping included to CONUS: Tubus Vega rack — black. Minor pannier scuffs, in good condition. $80. Nitto front rack — I think this is an early Mark’s rack, don’t remember the model #. Comes with diving board and 4 struts, but the attachment

[RBW] FS / FT Berthoud, Noodle Cockpit, Velocity 650b Cliffhanger wheelset, and and and

PRICE DROPS: Velocity wheel set: $275 + $25 shipping Noodle bar setup $160 plus shipping -- 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: New Riv Model - Newsletter

The thing that grabbed my attention was Medium Mountain Mixtes! I just emailed Roman. Bill Lindsay El Cerrito, CA On Monday, June 5, 2017 at 11:58:49 AM UTC-7, Chris Birkenmaier wrote: > > I'm kind of surprised that no one has mentioned the comment in the May 30 > newsletter about not being

[RBW] New Riv Model - Newsletter

I'm kind of surprised that no one has mentioned the comment in the May 30 newsletter about not being able to get an orange Sam or a green/silver Appaloosa for at least 648 days BUT that something in the middle might be replacing them next year. Having a bike between a Sam and a Joe seems to

[RBW] Re: New Cheviot Day

I have the same color Cheviot in a 55 but mine is "junked up" with front and rear racks, fenders, and a kick stand. Makes me want to go lean and clean on the bike (but I won't - the Honjo fenders cost a fortune to buy and install). On Sunday, June 4, 2017 at 3:25:55 PM UTC-4, adam leibow

[RBW] FS: f/f/hs 58 Simple One, $650

I haven't wanted to take this apart, but I have not had any offers for the complete bike. Price is for local pickup, but I'm happy to have it boxed and shipped at buyer's expense. This was a prototype frame, full of braze ons, rides amazing. Just rode it from Portland or Oregon City

[RBW] Re: Sharing a few photos of my Sam with Albatross bars

Me likey! Is that a 62cm? What bars did you use before the Albatross? I'm running Noodles but keep wondering about an Albastache setup--but $90 for an Albastache is a bit pricey for me to simply try something out. I keep trolling CL, eBay, and the Owners Bunch but they don't come up often.

[RBW] Re: WTT: Bar End Pods for Thumbie Mounts

I have one suntour bar end. Unfortunately it is not a pair. Let me know if interested. On Sunday, June 4, 2017 at 10:47:33 AM UTC-7, Leif Eckstrom wrote: > > I missed out on Tim's recent trade request and was hoping someone else > might have thumbie mounts (black or silver fine) and need bar

[RBW] Re: Appaloosa Front-End Update

Hi Dave, the right brake arm will fully open while using the strut to upper mid-fork. The reason I chose to use the strut to top of fork crown on the left is ease of adjustment using linear pulls, zero interference while tightening/loosening cable. -- You received this message because you are

Re: [RBW] Re: Clem in the raw

You can see it on Grant's Clem--the first Clem picture. https://www.rivbike.com/pages/grants-staff-bikes On Monday, June 5, 2017 at 7:19:08 AM UTC-4, Eric Daume wrote: > > Those brazes ons are for an integrated lock, like this one: > > >

[RBW] Re: Appaloosa Front-End Update

Dave, Would you be able to post a photo of your setup with the Smarti? I've thought about trying that one out mounted to the Riv-standard upper mid eyelets. Would be nice to see a photo. Thanks, David On Monday, June 5, 2017 at 6:54:39 AM UTC-5, Dave Johnston wrote: > > Will the right brake arm

[RBW] Re: Appaloosa Front-End Update

Will the right brake arm open with the strut in the way? Is that why you have the left rear strut going to crown and right rear strut going to mid fork? I have a tubus smarti rack (similar to Tara but designed to be mounted to brake posts) mounted to the high mid fork braze on . I tilts up on

Re: [RBW] Re: Clem in the raw

Those brazes ons are for an integrated lock, like this one: https://www.rivbike.com/collections/accessories/products/axa-victory-frame-lock Eric On Mon, Jun 5, 2017 at 6:52 AM, Julian Westerhout wrote: > And what are the braze-ons on the back of the seat stays for? > >

[RBW] Re: Clem in the raw

And what are the braze-ons on the back of the seat stays for? Julian Westerhout Bloomington, IL On Sunday, June 4, 2017 at 8:33:01 PM UTC-5, Joe Bernard wrote: > > Ah, good catch, Keith. Is this some kinda Rosco experiment with CLEM bendy > stays and decals? Hmm... -- You received this

[RBW] Re: New Cheviot Day

Adam, do you know the true width of the Big Bens on your set-up, and how comfortably do they fit? Barely, or do you have any room to spare? Thanks. > -- 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: Backwards stem

There a couple of threads at the moment which touch on sensitivity of set up in terms of comfort/handling/performance of upright vs sportier cockpits. I have tried a variety of set ups on my bike (not a Riv) from drops (at saddle height) through Bosco-style (very upright) and Albatross.