[RBW] 3-Speed MTBing Resources?

Patrick of the Moore asked with cocked eyebrow on a tilted head, me squintin’ back at ‘im, puffin’ me pipe: “I'm curious as to your motive.” Grin. Hearty simplicity with just enough practicality added to make it work. Grin. My general approach to things is to try (for a minimum of three months)

[RBW] Re: 3-Speed MTBing Resources?

I think you're getting onto something there -- 3 speed MTN bikes could be the new single speed MTN bikes. Now, which company would take that on? A super durable, lightweight 3sp. IG hub and stealthy shifter (no doubt incorporating some sort of dropper seat post button as well). I vote for Sram

[RBW] Anyone know about cycling Death Valley

I spent a week there in 2011, but on a motorcycle, not a bicycle. I'll echo previous sentiments about the scale of the place. It's huge. And steep. You're either climbing or descending one side or the other at all times. Check the NPS road reports they put out each morning. Weather can be dramat

[RBW] Re: 3-Speed MTBing Resources?

Sturmey Archer's 2-speed hub with built-in coaster brake? http://www.sturmey-archer.com/en/products/detail/s2c-silver Back pedaling slightly shifts gear, back pedaling more applies brake. Doesn't require cables! I have test ridden it for only a very short distance, so I can't tell about its effec

[RBW] FS: Rock and Road Tires, Continental Speedkings, Shimano MTB Levers

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[RBW] Re: 3-Speed MTBing Resources?

My 1st fifty miler (getting the Cycling Merit Badge in the Boy Scouts) in 1969 was on a Schwinn Stingray with a Bendix 2 speed kickback hub. Extremely reliable hub, the modern SA, kind of iffy. I have had two of the modern SA hubs and they both clicked (clunked?) loudly when under any sort heav

[RBW] Anyone know about cycling Death Valley

I rode there last week, from Badwater Basin to the peak of White Mountain. Cached water along the way at a few different spots. Temperature range was 28-99 degrees. Here’s a link to the Strava file: https://www.strava.com/activities/1253071477 Scotty’s Castle is closed due to crazy flooding, u

[RBW] FS: Sage Green 64cm Rivendell Rambouillet Frameset

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[RBW] Re: 3-Speed MTBing Resources?

The thing about 3 speed hubs is that they're really designed for relatively low torque applications, namely commuting in mostly flat cities. I wonder about their longevity when they're exposed them to the kind of torques involved with climbing a steep trail offroad. Jobst Brandt, king of torq

[RBW] FS: Bags - Fabio's Chest, RoadRunner, Revelate

All prices include CONUS shipping. Photos here . UltraSwift Fabio's Chest, Large. NIB. $195 RoadRunner Bags Jammer, Jumbo. Rust Cordura. NIB. $145 RoadRunner Bags Jammer, Jumbo. Purple Cordura. NIB. $145 Revelate Designs Viscacha. Li

[RBW] Re: Tubeless Maintenance

Most of my tubeless experience is with Stan's. It's definitely not a bad idea to remove some of the build up, but I wouldn't consider it vital, especially after only 4 months--I'd just add sealant at that point. Maybe once a year or so? For mountain bikers who often slash their tires on rock

[RBW] Re: FS: Sage Green 64cm Rivendell Rambouillet Frameset

Sorry about that. Try this link. Should have all the pics *> https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/0B-2NeF-6iHHVUFVaWkJKdHhWWUk?usp=sharing * On Monday, November 6, 2017 at 9:48:13 AM UTC-6, Matt wrote: >

[RBW] Big clyde wears out Soma Weymouth 650B faster than anticipated...

I had this wheelset with 650b Weymouths built in mid 2014, the back rim is worn out already. I rode it quite a bit in the 2nd half of 2014 and 1st half of 2015, then due to personal circumstances I didn't ride much at all the rest of 2015 and most of 2016. I'm just now getting back into riding

[RBW] Re: FS: Bags - Fabio's Chest, RoadRunner, Revelate

Revelate and Fabio sold. RoadRunner bags remain. On Monday, November 6, 2017 at 11:03:37 AM UTC-5, Daniel Jackson wrote: > > All prices include CONUS shipping. Photos here > . > > UltraSwift Fabio's Chest, Large. NIB. $195 > RoadRun

[RBW] Re: Anyone know about cycling Death Valley

On Monday, November 6, 2017 at 8:22:45 AM UTC-6, Jonathan Neve wrote: > > I rode there last week, from Badwater Basin to the peak of White Mountain. > Cached water along the way at a few different spots. Temperature range was > 28-99 degrees. > > Here’s a link to the Strava file: > https://www.

[RBW] Anyone know about cycling Death Valley

I didn't realize Scotty's Castle was still closed. I heard about the damage back when it happened, but I figured it would be open now. I just read up on it at the NPS website, and the extent of the damage. Wow. Chris -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups

Re: [RBW] Big clyde wears out Soma Weymouth 650B faster than anticipated...

I have ~1500-2000 miles on my Pacenti PL23s. I built them myself with DT Swiss DB spokes to a Shimano dynamo hub and a VO Grand Cru touring hub. I think I went with 36 spokes instead of 32. They've been true and smooth under my ~230 lb weight, and half of those miles include an added 20-40 lb lo

[RBW] Microsoft Thumbies Inside Mount

Hey! Do Mircoshift thumbies allow you to adjust the cable housing angle like the Sunrace thumbies do? Has anyone mounted their Mircoshift thumbies on the inside of the bars? Do the cables clear your hands on the bars? I'm running Sunrace shifters mounted inside, but I'm thinking I'd like to ha

[RBW] Winter tires - studded

Since my Clem L is my winter/all-weather commuter, I will be swapping tires come winter (which may be tomorrow, #puremichigan) What's a solid choice for a 650B tire? I have SKS P55 fenders on with decent clearance with the stock Kenda tires currently -- You received this message because you ar

[RBW] FS: Sackville Saddlesack Large Olive

Hi All, Have a new version (webbing bottom) Large Saddlesack for sale in like new condition. Color is Olive. $220 Shipped to CONUS. Thanks, Clayton Scott SF, CA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this grou

[RBW] Re: FS: All-Paul SS Set Up, and Misc

On Sunday, November 5, 2017 at 10:51:24 AM UTC-5, MartyG wrote: > > I'm making a run at an N+0 lifestyle, and parting ways with some cool > stuff, or stuff that won't fit "N". (Huge Roscoe Mixte) > > Items remaining include the Paul crankset - $165.00 shipped. > Nitto front rack - $55 shipped.

Re: [RBW] Re: 3-Speed MTBing Resources?

I never noticed friction or roughness or vibration with any AW hub, or for that matter any Shimano 3 speed, but I sure did with the bottom gear of the S3X. But I hear that these hubs "wear in" -- is this so? Note though that my experience with AWs and Shimano 3s includes new as well as used hubs.

Re: [RBW] Winter tires - studded

Unfortunately, there are still limited options for 650b studded tires. The only one that would fit under a P55 fender is the Nokian A10. It's a stout commuter tire with reasonable tread and studs on the shoulders. Seem like they'll get you across the morning re-frozen-meltwater on the bike path.

[RBW] The RBW Website has a new look...

It looks like Riv has switched their website again. It looks the same but different. The big loss is staff bikes, but I expect that will be back eventually. Bill Lindsay El Cerrito, CA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. T

[RBW] The RBW Website has a new look...

They should have an owners' bike page. -- 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,

[RBW] The RBW Website has a new look...

Where they could feature a few owners bikes from all over tge world. Rotate monthly. Then people could see all the different and interesting ways Rivendells are used outside of the Creek. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To

[RBW] Microsoft Thumbies Inside Mount

Hey! The 9-speed Microshifts on the current Clem are not adjustable for cable angle, but they work fine with inside/reversed mounting on Boscos and Jones Loop, the two bars I've tried; no issues with cables interfering with hands. But be aware of how indexing would work with this setup: You woul

Re: [RBW] Big clyde wears out Soma Weymouth 650B faster than anticipated...

I have found that Compass 650b x 38 loups and 42mm tires (babyshoe?) practically auto bead seat upon inflation on Grand Bois 36 hole black label 650b rims. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and

[RBW] Re: 3-Speed MTBing Resources?

On my bike built for winter conditions I have a Shimano Alfine 8 speed hub with a kick brake and a front rim brake for fair weather and back up. You have to have a horizontal drop out to use the kick brake because of the risk of pulling the wheel out of a vertical drop out. Its also cleaner? mo

[RBW] Re: 3-Speed MTBing Resources?

I'm running an S2 (no coaster brake) on my Quickbeam, commuting into SF. I like it a lot. The low isn't low enough for Patrick's needs, I'd wager. The AW with a 34 x 18 looks nice, depending on tire diameter: 40", 53", 71" gears. The S3X with a freewheel won't go that wide (39", 47", 63"). Bui

[RBW] Re: 3-Speed MTBing Resources?

The Dutch use SA or Sachs. One of my two speed SAs was on a made in the Netherlands Amstardam. The Gazelle Tour Populair also uses SA. Laing . Anyone know what the dutch bicycles use for IGH? > > > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch

[RBW] FS: 56 and 58 Sam (part of our month long "black friday" sale)

56 has a Choco bar, and the 58 has an Albatross. Both are orange and are std. equipped Riv complete bikes. $2182.50 each plus shipping. 46 Appaloosa in Butternut (bullmoose choco complete). $2200-shipped anywhere in the lower 48. 10% off any/all Sackville bags in stock. Call for details.

Re: [RBW] Microsoft Thumbies Inside Mount

Or you could cross the cables over between bottom bracket and the cable stop on the downtube... On Mon, Nov 6, 2017 at 2:05 PM, Joe Bernard wrote: > Hey! The 9-speed Microshifts on the current Clem are not adjustable for > cable angle, but they work fine with inside/reversed mounting on Boscos a

[RBW] Re: 3-Speed MTBing Resources?

Looks like the SRAM Spectro T3 goes a little lower and a little higher than the AW. 39", 53", 72.5" with 34x18. 38", 52", 71" with 35x19. 37", 51", 69" with 36x20. Philip www.biketinker.com On Monday, November 6, 2017 at 12:46:11 PM UTC-8, Philip Williamson wrote: > > I'm running an S2 (no

[RBW] Re: FS: 56 and 58 Sam (part of our month long "black friday" sale)

Ahh I guess I should have inquired about the Sackville bag when I got the Clem from you, ended up ordering one from RBW ;) On Monday, November 6, 2017 at 3:52:38 PM UTC-5, Christopher Wiggins wrote: > > 56 has a Choco bar, and the 58 has an Albatross. Both are orange and are > std. equipped Riv

[RBW] Re: Microsoft Thumbies Inside Mount

I have the microshift internal on my bosco bars on the clem and there arent any issues :dunno: On Monday, November 6, 2017 at 3:05:51 PM UTC-5, Joe Bernard wrote: > > Hey! The 9-speed Microshifts on the current Clem are not adjustable for > cable angle, but they work fine with inside/reversed mo

[RBW] Re: FS: 56 and 58 Sam (part of our month long "black friday" sale)

Also do you mean 55 and a 58? On Monday, November 6, 2017 at 5:24:40 PM UTC-5, Belopsky wrote: > > Ahh I guess I should have inquired about the Sackville bag when I got the > Clem from you, ended up ordering one from RBW ;) > > On Monday, November 6, 2017 at 3:52:38 PM UTC-5, Christopher Wiggins

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: 56 and 58 Sam (part of our month long "black friday" sale)

56 used to be a Sam size, a couple batches of those came in orange standard but not with a cream headtube. Sent from my iPhone > On Nov 6, 2017, at 3:02 PM, Belopsky wrote: > > Also do you mean 55 and a 58? > >> On Monday, November 6, 2017 at 5:24:40 PM UTC-5, Belopsky wrote: >> Ahh I guess

[RBW] Re: Enjoying autumn colors

Takashi: Where I live, most of the trees haven't changed color. Thank you for sharing your beautiful autumn pictures. Ann -- 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: 3-Speed MTBing Resources?

Their is a blogger in Minnesota who used to ride an Alfine w/ a Gates belt then he had a custom bike built to run with disc brakes, Gates belt and a Rolhoff hub. https://fourseasoncycling.com/2016/01/31/my-commuter-bike-design-explained/ Vic of TheLazyRandonneur.com a now defunct blog was a big

[RBW] To the person who bought my little Dahon rear rack: I found the second strap

Sorry, lists. To the buyer: I found the second, proprietary (lug matches slot) bungee, and I'll send it to you if you contact me and give me your address. I found it in a bin of rags, where it had fallen when left with the other on my workbench. Patrick Moore -- Resumes, LinkedIn profiles, bios

[RBW] Re: FS 51 Joe Appaloosa silver

I might be interested but need a few details please. For the $1800 price everything in the picture? How about a couple more pics? On Saturday, November 4, 2017 at 12:37:43 PM UTC-4, Andrew Huston wrote: > > A proper listing. Complete for $1800 plus shipping, F/f/hs and crank for > $1000 plus shi

[RBW] LF extra small grey saddle sack

If you have one let me know. 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 post to this group, sen

[RBW] WTB/WTT Microshift Thumbies - Silver Thumbies/bar-end pods

Howdy! I'm looking for some 9 speed Microshift Thumb shifters with the indexed/friction option. I have a set of Silver/IRD thumbies with some character that I can trade. See the pictures for more details: https://photos.app.goo.gl/PEfKnI4Hp6BD3wCh1 If yours are in better shape, I could throw i

[RBW] The RBW Website has a new look...

YES!!! This is the best idea! Someone from Rivendell, jump on this! What fun. -- 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...@go

[RBW] Re: Microsoft Thumbies Inside Mount

Sweet! I just posted a WTB post. Thanks fo sharing, y'all! -- 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] WTB: 55-56cm Riv

Have too many? Let me know. Price? Cheap ;) Wife won't let me buy another bike but I totally will if you have something laying around.. Winter's coming, where dem deals at eh eh eh -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubs

[RBW] Re: 3-Speed MTBing Resources?

I always thought it would be cool to add a triple crank to my single speed- 3x1 instead of 1x3. You could get a pretty wide range of gears. Friction shift the front derailer? Has anyone tried this? I might give it a try. Cheers! Chris -- You received this message because you are subscribed

[RBW] Re: The RBW Website has a new look...

Lum, I like that idea a lot. But, being a former web dev proj mgr, Riv would need someone to devote time in setting it up but also in being an admin to watch post, just like Cyclofiend and other image based sites. I think Cyclofiend prob has more Rivs posted than any place else (0r maybe I'm ju

[RBW] FS: Sackville Saddlesack Large Grey

Bag was used on one overnight earlier this, otherwise like new and used to store a lot of my camping gear in a storage well under my stairs. The kangaroo pocket though was used as a toiletries bag for a handful of plane trips. I keep meaning to take pictures but haven't got around to it, will s

[RBW] Re: The RBW Website has a new look...

No i mean a person coukd email an entry with pic and rbw decides whos pic and description they post on rivbike.com each month Tgey post their own bikes, why not a pic and descrip emailed to them from a customer. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW

[RBW] FS CHOCO-MOOSE BAR

new choco moose bar with cork grips, shellacked, that are not yet affixed permanently. 50 bucks plus whatever it costs me to ship. or maybe pickup in md/d.c./delaware area. bought it on an appaloosa, rode it a few miles, replaced with drop bar. -- You received this message because you are su

[RBW] Cheviot dreaming

Whelp, this started as a "let's jump on that sale" journey towards a Cheviot frame at a pre-sale price in a nice Roadini/RBW Blue...then I lost my mind. Someone on a Roadini thread mentioned getting a custom color and I thought, HEY! So I chatted with Will @ Riv and determined I could get anythi

[RBW] Re: WTB 650b Wheel/set

On Wednesday, November 1, 2017 at 5:33:29 PM UTC-4, Paul Choi wrote: > I have a Sam coming from the pre-sale so I need a 650b wheelset. Does anyone > have one they are willing to part with? > > > > Paul  > > > Santa Clara CA I have a brand new set for a Campy drivetrain from a bike build tha