Re: [RBW] Re: Seeking opinions on 11 speed roadie setup

ain’t they got brifters now that have the shifter cables running under bartape so ye can use a front bag now? -- 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 t

[RBW] WTB Bosco, Choco, or Albatross bars

I have a 52 aluminum Bosco for sale if you are still looking -- 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. T

[RBW] Silver Downtube Shifters

The Silver shifters are clones of Suntour Cyclone downtube shifters. So one can argue that that's where they function best. Indeed, they are a bit long as barend shifters in comparison to typical proper barend shifters, but that extra length gives them a little more shifting precision so I like

Re: [RBW] Re: Lightest canti-Rivendell is?

Sorry, it wasn't clear from the tablet interface that my attribution to Steven Sweedler's post (and thus my reply to) was missing. On Sunday, January 14, 2018 at 9:25:27 PM UTC-8, Joe Bernard wrote: > > What I'm saying is the custom canti-Riv we're discussing is probably > running thinner tubing

[RBW] Re: WTT: My XL MUSA gray pants for black!

ps - both back pocket buttons are intact. Just the one is unbuttoned thats why u cant see 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-bun

[RBW] Re: Obenauf's on shoes?

Haha! Will update about my black pair next. -- 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 g

[RBW] FS: MUSA Knickers - Small

I don’t know how to post pics. PM me for pics. Greg -- 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: MUSA Knickers - Small

Hi all, I have a pair of Riv’s MUSA knickers in olive green with dark brown gussets/pockets. Size small. These are a few years old, but I’ve worn them fewer than 10 times. No issues, they’re in excellent condition, if not like new. How does $35 shipped sound? Thanks, Greg Oakland, CA -- Yo

Re: [RBW] Re: New Bike Syndrome

I’ll offer a counterpoint and say that a Sam and an Atlantis aren’t THAT different. I sold all my bikes and pared down to an Atlantis. It has just a front rack and beefy wheels. Otherwise it’s about as light as the Sam I previously had. I don’t clock speed but the feeling is similar. I had a Hun

[RBW] Re: Obenauf's on shoes?

Lums Lems -- 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-owners-bun

[RBW] Re: Obenauf's on shoes?

Update: Looks good on brown Lems 925 dress shoes. -- 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 t

[RBW] Re: Silver Downtube Shifters

But you need the washer with the stop tab to put them on a Rivbike DT -- 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...@googlegrou

[RBW] WTT: My XL MUSA gray pants for black!

Mine are XL gray/blue gussett with velcrocuff and reflecto strip. Excellent condition. No fabric wear I can detect and velcro and reflecto excellent. 2 back pockets. 2 front. Elastic waist with clip. Looking for long black L or XL !! I don’t care if it has cuff/zip/reflecto or not. -- You re

[RBW] Re: BMC Road vs Roadini

100% disagree, but depends on what sort of riding one is doing. Casual, gravel/dirt? Sure I guess. Go fast? No way. On Monday, January 15, 2018 at 5:00:45 PM UTC-5, Jay Connolly wrote: > > The Rivs will run fatter. I have 700x50 Cazaderos on my Joe Appaloosa and > Continental Race Kings on my Cl

Re: [RBW] Re: Seeking opinions on 11 speed roadie setup

Boy oh boy this thread really makes me want to get a Roadini with modern brifty bits. I don't need one! -- 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-

[RBW] Re: Fendered Roadini

I agree, Ann. I didn't even know graphite fenders was a thing..they look amazing! -- 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.

[RBW] Re: Fendered Roadini

This thread got a little side tracked and I would like to comment again that the graphic fenders look amazing with the grilver roadino frame. On Thursday, January 11, 2018 at 2:50:15 PM UTC-6, LBleriot wrote: > > I promised myself that I would keep the Roadini svelte and unburdened, but > the cr

Re: [RBW] Re: Seeking opinions on 11 speed roadie setup

I think brifters are great and offer some advantages. I’m going to go out on a limb and say they will make you faster (really they will make your bike faster). First, brifters lead to more shifting. Being in a more efficient gear more often will save energy over the course of a ride. Second, you

[RBW] Re: Silver Downtube Shifters

Yes, I've used them everywhere! (e.g. downtube, bar end, and as thumbies) Michael On Monday, January 15, 2018 at 3:01:24 PM UTC-8, Broccoli Cog wrote: > > Could the Silver shifters be removed from the bar end pods and used on a > downtube boss? They look like the same thing without the pods bu

[RBW] Silver Downtube Shifters

Could the Silver shifters be removed from the bar end pods and used on a downtube boss? They look like the same thing without the pods but I am not sure. Can anyone confirm or deny that these can be used interchangeably? Thanks! Tim -- You received this message because you are subscribed to t

Re: [RBW] BMC Road vs Roadini

Also note for the tall folks that Milwaukee sizes max at 62cm, but BMC Road has a 64cm option but not sure how the stack compares to the tallest Roadini. On Monday, January 15, 2018 at 5:46:14 PM UTC-5, Coal Bee Rye Anne wrote: > > Can't compare to BMC Road/Cross or Roadini but I do have a Milwa

Re: [RBW] BMC Road vs Roadini

Can't compare to BMC Road/Cross or Roadini but I do have a Milwaukee Orange One Singlespeed which is essentially the same as the Milwaukee Road (the Verus tubing version though, not OX) but with 120spaced trackends vs 130spaced verticals and it's definitely my lightest frame (vs. Clem and some

[RBW] WTB: Musa pants XXL

WTB: XXL MUSA pants -- any color, usable + condition, velcro cuff preferred. I practically live in these, and could use a couple more pairs. Let me know if you've got any you want to move on. Thanks, Julian Westerhout Bloomington, IL -- You received this message because you are subscribe

Re: [RBW] Re: New Bike Syndrome

My Hunqa, essentially a beefier Atlantis, rides wonderfully no matter the load, including lack of one. As spritely as my Quickbeam? No. Slower? Not by any amount a nonracer cares about. It would be my one bike, and was for several years, my one bike, if I ever needed to pare down. I will have m

Re: [RBW] Re: New Bike Syndrome

Lighten the Sam as much as possible, load the Atlantis with as many racks and bags and baskets as you can attach to it. My current two-bikes situation is similar: I have a Riv Cheviot 2-speed with smallish front/rear bags (no racks) and a Bike Friday Haul-a-Day cargo bike. You CAN make one Riven

[RBW] FS: Randi Jo Wool Cap - Dark Gray - XL - $30 shipped

Sold. 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, send email to rbw-owners

[RBW] Re: BMC Road vs Roadini

The Rivs will run fatter. I have 700x50 Cazaderos on my Joe Appaloosa and Continental Race Kings on my Clem L. I think you can get a 45 on the BMC. As a gravel bike, the Joe is hard to beat -- if really fat tires are part of what you want. Took me a while and bunch of tinkering to get it the fit

[RBW] Re: BMC Road vs Roadini

Jay- what Riv bikes are you comparing to? I like the idea of running fatter tires with the Monstercross. -- 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: Seeking opinions on 11 speed roadie setup

Curtis very much is in business. On Monday, January 15, 2018 at 3:24:15 PM UTC-5, lconley wrote: > > Tires are 44mm Snoqualmie Pass. > > Hubs are from Curtis Odom - rear is same Holey high flange as the front. > The hubs were only available as track or 11 speed which is what got me into > the 11

[RBW] Re: BMC Road vs Roadini

I have a v2 BMC Monster Cross. I've run it SS and fixed, and full road. Compared to my Rivs, it feels like an aggressive road bike--much lower in the front end. The versatility of semi-horizontal dropouts is fun. I run a Surly Juggernaut on the drive side Jay On Monday, January 15, 2018 at 1:3

[RBW] Re: BMC Road vs Roadini

Thanks Jay. The monster cross is appealing also because of its reach/stack numbers as well. I think it might be the way to go. I am still interested in a Roadini but I love the idea to be able to go pure single speed. Also, I have some sweet rim brake wheels waiting to be used! -- You rec

Re: [RBW] Re: Seeking opinions on 11 speed roadie setup

Gotcha, Steve. Now I’ve caught up with you, I learned a lot riding poser single speed and even some riding poser fixed prior to getting the hardware. Of course, until riding the ss/fixed hardware, it is difficult to know what is the same in poser mode vs. the genuine article. From poser single s

Re: [RBW] Fixed n’ Frosty Winter Medley

Och! I failed to respond to your temp. question. You’d asked how long the insulated bottle keeps things hot. Lots of variables, including temp and wind. It cooled down to luke warm after 3 hours of riding on one ride that was 40+ mph winds and 0˚F. I bought two narrow mouth bottles hoping they h

Re: [RBW] Re: Seeking opinions on 11 speed roadie setup

Oy, Patty, I was just asking your opinion of the "iron clad vow" method vs actual hardware changes.  I'm neither agreeing nor disagreeing; I have no dog in the single-speed fight, having long since determined that it wasn't for me, due to biological hardware problems.  (The problems have since

Re: [RBW] Fixed n’ Frosty Winter Medley

Thanks, Patrick. Frozen moustache/face feel: nose breathing helps with this a lot. My moustache and lower lip beard (goatee?) freeze together. Saddle: Rivet’s Diablo. http://rivetcycleworks.com Bottles: The orange is Klean Kanteen’s 20 oz. insulated narrow mouth bottle. https://www.kleankanteen.

Re: [RBW] Re: Seeking opinions on 11 speed roadie setup

That is a sweet set-up, Laing! With abandon, Patrick -- 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] Re: Seeking opinions on 11 speed roadie setup

Tires are 44mm Snoqualmie Pass. Hubs are from Curtis Odom - rear is same Holey high flange as the front. The hubs were only available as track or 11 speed which is what got me into the 11 speed in the 1st place. Not sure if Curtis is still in business - his website is no longer up. I might have

Re: [RBW] Fixed n’ Frosty Winter Medley

Great photos, as usual; the 2d from the top of Pike's Peak with fog skirts is almost literally heavenly. Your beard rime reminds me of winter running in Quebec City, back when I affected a moustache -- it would ice up after a few minutes, a distinctly odd feeling. Looking more closely at your QB

[RBW] Re: BMC Road vs Roadini

Do Roadinis come with seatposts? Mine didn't. Just BB and headset. On Sunday, January 14, 2018 at 2:45:01 PM UTC-8, Dave Grossman wrote: > > its not a $300 difference. The BMC has no headset, so thats $50-100 right > there. Plus the post and B.B. on the Roadini. I’d put it at $175-$200. >

[RBW] Re: BMC Road vs Roadini

Do Roadinis come with seatposts? Mine didn't. Just BB and headset. On Sunday, January 14, 2018 at 2:45:01 PM UTC-8, Dave Grossman wrote: > > its not a $300 difference. The BMC has no headset, so thats $50-100 right > there. Plus the post and B.B. on the Roadini. I’d put it at $175-$200.

[RBW] Fixed n’ Frosty Winter Medley

In which several rides would have been the right (wrong?) combination of cold, snow, wet, frozen to render my derailured bike reliant on rim brakes unable to shift or brake well, and I think “Oh yeah! This is what started the whole fixed gear madness!” https://thegrid.ai/withabandon/winter-medle

Re: [RBW] Re: Seeking opinions on 11 speed roadie setup

That's pretty! I don't care for double top tubes or high bars, but I do like the look. What are the tires? And what is that exotic front hub? On Mon, Jan 15, 2018 at 10:58 AM, lconley wrote: > >

Re: [RBW] Re: Seeking opinions on 11 speed roadie setup

Och! Mayhap English is nae me first languague? I’d’ve sworn, Steve, you were, with the exception of the hyperbolic cast iron vow, in violent agreement of what I’ve said. Sardonic grin. With abandon, Patrick On Monday, January 15, 2018 at 8:45:05 AM UTC-7, Steve Palincsar wrote: > What do you th

Re: [RBW] Re: New Bike Syndrome

Rusty: "Do any Atlantis riders out there not like how their bike rides with a small load?" I bought my Atlantis in '03 specifically for loaded touring. It fills the bill perfectly for that service. Much to my pleasant surprise, it turned out to be a wonderful ride even without a load. My "a

[RBW] FS: Randi Jo Wool Cap - Dark Gray - XL - $30 shipped

I got this about a month and a half ago and realized that I’d be better off with a smaller size. Randi Jo Wool Cap. Dark gray. XL. Lightly used, nice condition. $30 shipped conUS. PayPal payment please. Thanks, David River Grove, IL -- You received this message because you are subscribe

[RBW] FS: Rivendell Road Bike -56cm

More geometry and frame measurements: Headtube 14.8 (end-end including extension but not headset stack or spacers) Wheelbase: 100.5cm Chainstay c-c: 42.5 Rear spacing:130 Seatpost 27.2 Front derailleur clamp size: 28.6 -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "

[RBW] FS: Rivendell Road Bike -56cm

Headtube length? -- 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-owne

Re: [RBW] Re: Seeking opinions on 11 speed roadie setup

My Sam is 11 speed - 105 derailleurs, Dura-Ace bar ends, Ultegra cassette and chain. The crank is a VO drillium which is supposedly good up to 10 speeds, but han

[RBW] FS: Rivendell Road Bike -56cm

Too big for me. I need 55tt max and 79-ish SO Not that I’m in the market. Just curious and thought it would help whoever is looking. I live in Ellicott City. Close by!! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from thi

Re: [RBW] Re: New Bike Syndrome

This project is gaining some form out of the mist of possibilities. Like a shadow in the fog that you know will take shape in time, and then the moment when you think…"so that’s what it is!" I have been a one bike fits all guy for a long time and haven’t, until owning a Rivendell, regretted th

Re: [RBW] Re: Lightest canti-Rivendell is?

I'm sure this crank on my bike does not help, heh.https://www.merlincycles.com/shimano-fc-rs500-cx-chainset-11-speed-106442.html?utm_campaign=googlebase-US&utm_source=googlebase&utm_medium=shopping&utm_term=Road+Bike+Chainsets&ucpo=44045&gclid=Cj0KCQiAv_HSBRCkARIsAGaSsrBZ2KZNkL4elDvBjYeopFzef25LF7

[RBW] FS: Rivendell Road Bike -56cm

Thanks for the kind words all; hopefully it fits someone and their budget who finds it beautiful. Lum, top tube is 57.5cm and standover with current 700x28 tires is 81cm. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from t

[RBW] Re: Fenderless Sam: Snoqualmie or Barlow Pass?

Mark, thanks. No shifting issues -- just enough length/play in the cables to make it work I guess. On Monday, January 15, 2018 at 9:14:22 AM UTC-5, Mark in Beacon wrote: > > Yes, the tan looks great. More susceptible to UV damage and getting dirty, > but often worth it. Question: I am contempla

Re: [RBW] Re: Seeking opinions on 11 speed roadie setup

Steve said: *What do you think of the idea of instead of making hardware changes to convert a bike to single speed, simply make a cast-iron vow not to touch the shift levers? It's certainly the lazy/frugal man's way.* Sheesh! That's no fun! In order to have fun, you have to undertake a complex a

Re: [RBW] Re: Lightest canti-Rivendell is?

Thanks!! On Monday, January 15, 2018 at 10:49:46 AM UTC-5, stoker wrote: > > > > On Monday, January 15, 2018 at 7:41:53 AM UTC-6, Belopsky wrote: >> >> Probably. You're right, the Legolas was said to be thin-wall, as is the >> Roadeo. >> >> I'm really curious as to the weight of that bike and par

[RBW] Re: New Bike Syndrome

I had a Sam frame traded for Ram frame moved the Sam build over to Ram, no regrets. Ram does what i like better. Sam is an awesome bike though. I never loved the looks of 6degree tt though. I ride under 10lbs load recreational road riding and commuting though so your intended use will have alot

[RBW] Torque spec for quil stem questions

Nah, you can handle it, I’ve heard word of a branch of ogres in the CO hill country who have learned the delicate art of finesse. -- 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] Re: New Bike Syndrome

In many ways, I envy those who are capable of being a one-bike person; however, as many have already stated, you may well regret giving up your Sam for the Atlantis, unless the riding you do always necessitates the carrying capacity of the Atlantis. I've had my Sam for about 8 years and cannot

[RBW] Re: Hubbuhubbuh with drop bars?

My husband and I own a Hubbuhubbuh tandem, but you and I are quite different as far as height is concerned. However, I'll offer our experience anyway, just in case it will be beneficial to you or anyone else. Keep in mind, we've only been riding it since October '17, so it's still a fairly new

Re: [RBW] Re: Lightest canti-Rivendell is?

On Monday, January 15, 2018 at 7:41:53 AM UTC-6, Belopsky wrote: > > Probably. You're right, the Legolas was said to be thin-wall, as is the > Roadeo. > > I'm really curious as to the weight of that bike and parts. My Gunnar > Crosshairs is my 'go fast' but even with a carbon seatpost and a >

Re: [RBW] Re: Seeking opinions on 11 speed roadie setup

What do you think of the idea of instead of making hardware changes to convert a bike to single speed, simply make a cast-iron vow not to touch the shift levers?   It's certainly the lazy/frugal man's way. On 01/15/2018 10:38 AM, Deacon Patrick wrote: Hey Paul! Is it possible you are respondi

[RBW] Re: Seeking opinions on 11 speed roadie setup

Hey Paul! Is it possible you are responding to what I didn’t say as if it is what I did say? I’m not saying switch to single speed, only that riding single speed occationally will help you understand your gearing. Since you have two years under your belt of fixed riding, a muscle memory reminder

Re: [RBW] Re: Lightest canti-Rivendell is?

Mine is 22.8lbs, just measured. That is with pedals, cages, little computer. My tires are Maxxis Rambler EXO which claim to be 384g. Using lightweight Schwalbe tubes. Of course going down to EL Bon Jon will save 5oz and still be good for most of the roads I'd be riding here... -- You received

[RBW] Re: Fenderless Sam: Snoqualmie or Barlow Pass?

Ha, TC! My suggestion is to inflate to 30psi and ride. Listen to the bike. It will tell you what it needs. The trick, of course, is to not confuse preconcieved notions or fears for the voice of the bike. Grin. The way I do it is to inflate to the upper range and let time deflate it, and when the

[RBW] Re: Front rack for panniers and handlebar bag

No mention of the Surly Front Rack? I've used both v1 and v2; the difference is width. v2 tips the scales at just over 3lbs, but it can support 70lbs. I have v2 on my HHH and have had v1 on my Hunqapillar. Blurry pic shows the former. -Patrick

[RBW] Did you lose your Silver Roadeo?

There was a Nother stolen bike thread here recently. I wonder if that ever found its way home? -- 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-

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: Deore XT front derailer from RBW

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[RBW] FS: B67 saddle, men's, honey

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[RBW] Did you lose your Silver Roadeo?

Thank you for sharing and fingers crossed it finds it’s home. -- 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.

Re: [RBW] Re: Do you like your Berthoud stainless fenders?

I bunny hop up to go down off a curb. -- 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, s

Re: [RBW] Re: Riv shipping, a new world record

They really are the gold standard. On 01/15/2018 09:19 AM, 'Tim' via RBW Owners Bunch wrote: Not only do the packages ship at blazing speed, but unpacking them is a delight. And I don't mean the normal, run of the mill delight of shiny new parts, but the awe and wonder of how everything fits

[RBW] Re: Riv shipping, a new world record

Not only do the packages ship at blazing speed, but unpacking them is a delight. And I don't mean the normal, run of the mill delight of shiny new parts, but the awe and wonder of how everything fits so perfectly and is so well protected. It's the Russian nesting dolls (or whatever the heck they

[RBW] Re: Fenderless Sam: Snoqualmie or Barlow Pass?

Yes, the tan looks great. More susceptible to UV damage and getting dirty, but often worth it. Question: I am contemplating a handlebar bag on one of my bikes with bar ends. I see that you just let the bag move the cables out the way. Has this affected shifting at all? I know some folks go under

Re: [RBW] Re: Lightest canti-Rivendell is?

Probably. You're right, the Legolas was said to be thin-wall, as is the Roadeo. I'm really curious as to the weight of that bike and parts. My Gunnar Crosshairs is my 'go fast' but even with a carbon seatpost and a specialized toupe seat it's over 20lbs. I don't have the lightest wheels on the

[RBW] Re: New Bike Syndrome

Thank you, all of you, for your comments. You've loosened the clamp of anxiety a bit, and let me chuckle at my own discomfort. Thank You. On Friday, January 12, 2018 at 10:31:44 AM UTC-5, Rusty Click wrote: > > I am suffering from this condition, and wondered if it is normal. You > see, I've

Re: [RBW] Re: Do you like your Berthoud stainless fenders?

On 01/15/2018 07:47 AM, ascpgh wrote:  Honjo fenders are free of any holes so installation preference can allow for higher curb clearance by the front one. Sometimes.  Not always.  These days many are coming with the under-fork-indent already in place (the ones I got from Ben's Cycle for my

[RBW] Re: Fendered Roadini

Plus one on the cork method! It's natural, structurally closed cell, the surface can be sealed with a coat of shellac and is lighter than manufactured spacer materials. Yeah, it's not necessary if your frame's stay bridge can be reached with a couple stacked leather washers for optimal fender

[RBW] Re: Do you like your Berthoud stainless fenders?

Honjo fenders are free of any holes so installation preference can allow for higher curb clearance by the front one. Berthoud fenders, while not prepped for the stay hardware, are drilled and indented for the fork crown (a bigger deal than it seems), dictating how far back the tail of the fend

[RBW] Re: FS: Rivendell Road Bike -56cm

Great photo set, Erl. At least you'll have them to remember the bike. Lots on nice local locations! Good luck with the sale. Steve On Sunday, January 14, 2018 at 6:23:18 PM UTC-5, WETH wrote: > > Complete bike: $1500 shipped or $1400 local pickup-Washington DC area. > Or > F/f/hs/fenders: $

[RBW] Re: Seeking opinions on 11 speed roadie setup

Haha, Justin, love it! Really, thank you all for chiming in. I like that the opinions are weighted towards simplicity... so I think I will keep my 2 x 8 speed for a while. Joe: Exactly what I was thinking when wondering whether to go STI or not. I used to have Dura Ace 7800 on another bike. Bil

[RBW] Seeking opinions on 11 speed roadie setup

A Nostuh: Eleven and Ten are Zen -- 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 e