Re: [RBW] What do Rivendell Riders use for aerobic base training heart rate monitors?

2018-05-02 Thread Andrew Letton
I've had good results with this cheap one: Bluetooth 4.0 Heart Rate Monitor Strap for iOS / Iphone - Black | | | | || | | | | | Bluetooth 4.0 Heart Rate Monitor Strap for iOS / Iphone - Black I like this from DX. Find the cool gadgets at a incredibly low price with

[RBW] Re: Atlantis tires rec request

2018-05-02 Thread Tim Butterfield
I should probably add some clarifying thoughts. I know both the Naches Pass and McClure Pass EL will have a plush ride. Are the Naches Pass EL likely to be sufficiently more plus than the McClure Pass EL to prevent possible use of a fender in future with the same tire? I'm not planning to get

[RBW] FS: Riv-approved Nitto cockpit

2018-05-02 Thread Neil Doran
Got a new cockpit on my Sam, and selling the olde one. Would prefer to sell as a unit, but will part out if nobody wants the whole enchilada. - Nitto noodle 44 cm - Nitto Tallux 80mm, standard Riv issue (long one) - TRP drillium levers, *new* gum hoods - Silver Shifters, smooth as butter

Re: [RBW] Length of Quickbeam/SimpleOne track ends?

2018-05-02 Thread Philip Williamson
Yes. 40/32x18 is the platonic ideal of QB gearing. Two chainrings let me run 44/39x17/21 and fenders and 38mm tires. Philip Santa Rosa, CA -- 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] Atlantis tires rec request

2018-05-02 Thread Tim Butterfield
I have been spoiled by the Barlow Pass EL on my 700c Homer and want to have the same plush ride on my 26" Atlantis. I doubt the Rat Trap Pass would fit at 2.3", but could probably fit the 1.8" Naches Pass and definitely the 1.5" McClure Pass. Currently, I'm leaning towards the Naches Pass EL in

[RBW] Re: Your favorite Rivendell?

2018-05-02 Thread CMR
I've had a 26" Atlantis, Sam Hillborne, Clem Smith Jr, Quickbeam, and an A. Homer Hilsen. A stripped down Quickbeam is hands down my favorite! Something about a simple bike with the Rivendell magic ride. Other than that, the demo 650b Hunqapillar at Riv. -- You received this message because

Re: [RBW] Re: Your favorite Rivendell?

2018-05-02 Thread Don Compton
Patrick, The Roadeo is just slightly more responsive, and has room for bigger tires. I had a 60cm Ram and have a 59cm Roadeo. The fit is very similar. Just personal, my Roadeo is a very slight favorite. On Wednesday, May 2, 2018 at 8:21:24 PM UTC-7, Patrick Moore wrote: > > Don: Can you say if,

[RBW] Re: What do Rivendell Riders use for aerobic base training heart rate monitors?

2018-05-02 Thread Cameron Murphy
I've been using a Polar H7 chest strap for the last year or two, without any complaints. Seems to work fine with both my phone and gps unit. Cameron Murphy San Marcos, CA On Wednesday, May 2, 2018 at 8:59:22 PM UTC-7, Lum Gim Fong wrote: > > What do Rivendell Riders use for aerobic base

Re: [RBW] What do Rivendell Riders use for aerobic base training heart rate monitors?

2018-05-02 Thread Tim Butterfield
I use a Wahoo Fitness Tickr X heart rate strap. It is dual band, Ant+ and bluetooth. I have used it connected simultaneously to both the Wahoo Fitness app on my iPhone and a Garmin 520. It also has motion sensing built in and can detect walk/run strides and also workout reps. I haven't tried

[RBW] Hub Shiners

2018-05-02 Thread Lum Gim Fong
I think I remember that. -- 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

Re: [RBW] Re: Made in Taiwan AHH?

2018-05-02 Thread Toshi Takeuchi
Well, my custom took about a year, but it is about as custom as you can get in terms of difficulty in design and implementation. However it was worth every minute of waiting! Toshi -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To

Re: [RBW] Re: Your favorite Rivendell?

2018-05-02 Thread Lum Gim Fong
My blue Rambouillet. But I have a soft spot for my Bleriot. I guess because it was my first foray into Rivbikes and 650b. -- 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] Hub Shiners

2018-05-02 Thread Joe Bernard
I'm posting this 'cause I was plonking around the website and read this hilarious copy and who reads the Hub Shiner copy? Not me since I bought some years ago, and now again tonight. Scroll down to the ALL CAPS stuff.  https://www.rivbike.com/products/sackville-hub-shiner -- You received

[RBW] Re: Your favorite Rivendell?

2018-05-02 Thread 'Mojo' via RBW Owners Bunch
> > I have had an early AllRounder, Riv Road Standard, Quickbeam, and Legolas. > While I enjoyed the AllRounder for its versatility, this was overrun by other more versatile (read larger tire capacity) frames over the years. And I bought it too small. It has found a new home. The Road

[RBW] What do Rivendell Riders use for aerobic base training heart rate monitors?

2018-05-02 Thread Lum Gim Fong
What do Rivendell Riders use for aerobic base training heart rate monitors? -- 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: Your favorite Rivendell?

2018-05-02 Thread Patrick Moore
Don: Can you say if, and how, the Roadeo handles differently from the Ram? I've owned a Ram and am interested in a Roadeo. Thanks, Patrick On Wed, May 2, 2018 at 6:11 PM, Don Compton wrote: > I have owned four ( two Roadeos). For me it's a toss up between my old Ram > and my

[RBW] Your favorite Rivendell?

2018-05-02 Thread Coal Bee Rye Anne
65cm Clem H... my first and only Riv so nothing else for me to compare it to, really. When I first discovered Riv they were still selling some SimpleOne’s as webspecials. Although I was only looking for parts I was highly tempted but feared the largest 62cm would still feel too small even

[RBW] Re: Your favorite Rivendell?

2018-05-02 Thread Kainalu V.
After a 64 Hillborne, (only)two 68 Quickbeams, a 65 Clem H, a Will's Mountain Mixte, and a Hubbuhubbuh. The Beams were super, the Clem does whatever I want it to, the Hillborne was the first bike that fit, and the tandem is too fresh to judge. But the mixte?, that bike rules. Had to do some

[RBW] Re: Your favorite Rivendell?

2018-05-02 Thread Drw
I’ve had a Sam, hunq, Toyo Atlantis, and now currently have a Waterford 650b Atlantis and a Rosco mtn mixte. Waterford 650b Atlantis is my favorite. It blends all the good aspects of all the rivs I’ve owned together. Good on road, good on dirt, good with a load, good without. Not light but I

[RBW] Your favorite Rivendell?

2018-05-02 Thread Pondero
Well...I let an Atlantis and two different Hilsens slip through my hands, and the Quickbeam is still here. So I guess that is my answer. It want to completely change its current build. But I can't stand to let go of what it already is. Chris Johnson Sanger, Texas -- You received this

[RBW] FS/FT: Acorn bag, Filson coat, Duluth bag, Shimano brakes

2018-05-02 Thread Drw
You may be right DP, and I’d defer to your assessment (Maybe I shoulda priced it higher). It was a gift from a few years ago, where I had asked for some Filson wool. Whatever this is, it’s too much for the one 35 degree day we get every year. -- You received this message because you are

[RBW] Re: Your favorite Rivendell?

2018-05-02 Thread Matt Beecher
I have a tough time choosing between my Atlantis and Saluki. I love them both, so much so that I bought a spare of each to have various builds to use as needed. I have hopes that the new 650B Atlantis might take the lead though. A 650B Atlantis in my size sounds like a great thing. Matt B

[RBW] Re: Made in Taiwan AHH?

2018-05-02 Thread Joe Bernard
I presume you'll still be able to order one same as the Atlantis. All Waterford Rivs now are basically a custom frame built to a specific spec, so there's not much reason to tell someone no if they want to pay for one and wait. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the

[RBW] FS/FT: Acorn bag, Filson coat, Duluth bag, Shimano brakes

2018-05-02 Thread Deacon Patrick
Drew (I presume?), that looks like a Double Mackinaw coat, which is double layer chest and arms, in addition to the double layers on the standard Mackinaw at the pockets and the back (which is a big pocket). Snag this if it’s your size and you live in a place that gets cold, folks. They retail

[RBW] Re: Made in Taiwan AHH?

2018-05-02 Thread John G.
Is it stated anywhere that Waterford AHHs are a thing of the past? I assumed you could still get one. If you can’t, I won’t moan. I’ve spent 4 years gazing at them, but haven’t ordered one. Wish I had. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners

[RBW] Re: Your favorite Rivendell?

2018-05-02 Thread Birdman
I have an Atlantis and have had three(!) Quickbeams (the latest one arriving from Ty in a few days). I absolutely love my Atlantis, but the Quickbeam is my favorite Riv. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from

[RBW] FS/FT: Acorn bag, Filson coat, Duluth bag, Shimano brakes

2018-05-02 Thread Drw
i need to generate some cash and these things, while i love them, see no current use. *Acorn handlebar bag- *discontinued but one of my favorite designs for a handlebar bag, but i've been using a basket bag recently. 2 rear pockets, 1 main pocket. black but some fading (which i really like).

[RBW] Re: Your favorite Rivendell?

2018-05-02 Thread T Cal
My wife owns a Saluki and a Betty Foy -- she loves both, but would probably pick the Foy if forced to choose. I have a Quickbeam (had two until today), a Hillborne, a Rambouillet, and one of the custom "mystery bike" Appaloosa prototypes. Of those, I like the Quickbeam most in that it is the

[RBW] Re: Your favorite Rivendell?

2018-05-02 Thread Sky Coulter
I've had a Saluki, Bombadil, Romulus, Appaloosa, and a Clementine. The Saluki is probably the nicest for an unencumbered dayride. But the joe appaloosa is a close second. And then the romulus is pretty awesome. And the bombadil would have been prit' near perfect if it fit me a little

Re: [RBW] Length of Quickbeam/SimpleOne track ends?

2018-05-02 Thread Deacon Patrick
Doh! You’re right, Eric. 8t. range it is. 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] Re: Anyone in the DMV have a 51 or 55 Hillborne I could test ride?

2018-05-02 Thread Alan Pickett
Hey Guys - thanks for the wise words. I may have been the victim of a brief consumerist "the grass is always greener" springtime virus of some sort, and I think you have calmed my fever. I'm gonna lower the seat a smidge and change up the cockpit - it is such a fine bike - and see if that helps

[RBW] Re: Your favorite Rivendell?

2018-05-02 Thread John G.
I own an Atlantis and Quickbeam, and I sold a Hunqapillar. Loved all of them in different ways, but there's some really wonderful about the Quickbeam. Obviously, it's a very different bike than the Atlantis, but it just has a magic feel to it. Sturdy and nimble. On Wednesday, May 2, 2018 at

[RBW] Re: Your favorite Rivendell?

2018-05-02 Thread Don Compton
I have owned four ( two Roadeos). For me it's a toss up between my old Ram and my current Roadeo. Both are wonderful bikes and are great for longish rides. Impeccable handling. On Wednesday, May 2, 2018 at 3:30:55 PM UTC-7, Patrick Moore wrote: > > I've owned 5: 3 custom Roads, 56 (55?) single

Re: [RBW] Length of Quickbeam/SimpleOne track ends?

2018-05-02 Thread Eric Daume
On the original QB, it came with 32 and 40t chainrings. So I assume those dropouts can accommodate an 8 tooth difference. Eric On Wed, May 2, 2018 at 6:02 PM, Deacon Patrick wrote: > 6 teeth total difference between cog and chainring combined (if you run a > second

[RBW] Your favorite Rivendell?

2018-05-02 Thread WETH
I’ve owned four: Early generation Atlantis, Road Standard, Romulus converted to 650b, and a Cheviot. I sold the Atlantis and the Road. The Cheviot is my favorite. It is stable and smooth. It can handle a load well and fits 700x50 Big Bens with fenders (some hacking required). I’m with Joe on

[RBW] Re: Made in Taiwan AHH?

2018-05-02 Thread Bill Lindsay
Right? Remember that one time I got all snarky because somebody was wrong on the internet? That one time being called: the internet. [image: Image result for somebody is wrong on the internet] Me [image: Image result for somebody is wrong on the internet] ...also me On Wednesday, May 2,

[RBW] Your favorite Rivendell?

2018-05-02 Thread Joe Bernard
Yes, I was going to chime in with "the one I'm riding", too, because I only have one (at the moment) and I love it: my glorius RBW Blue Cheviot. The ride is pure magic, and there's something about the lines of Grant's mixte design that now makes my brain look at 'normal toptube' bikes and

[RBW] Your favorite Rivendell?

2018-05-02 Thread Deacon Patrick
The one I’m riding, of course. Grin. 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.

[RBW] Re: Made in Taiwan AHH?

2018-05-02 Thread Joe Bernard
This thread got weird, eh? Good times! -- 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] Your favorite Rivendell?

2018-05-02 Thread Patrick Moore
I've owned 5: 3 custom Roads, 56 (55?) single tt, canti Sam, and blue Ram, later model with room for 32s and fenders and space in between. I put more miles on the 2003 Curt, just about identical to the '99 Joe gofast in frame geometry, drivetain/saddle/bar components and setup; it just adds all

[RBW] Re: Custom Randonneur frame (and parts) FS in Portland.

2018-05-02 Thread Leaf Slayer
The frame has sold. Thank you everyone who expressed interest. -- 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: Made in Taiwan AHH?

2018-05-02 Thread Bill Lindsay
I'm going to go ahead and bet a dollar that Waterford did not tell you 22 months on your custom Gunnar, and then deliver you your custom Gunnar in 24 months. In fact, I'll bet two dollars. Bill Lindsay El Cerrito, CA On Wednesday, May 2, 2018 at 2:00:29 PM UTC-7, Belopsky wrote: > > My

Re: [RBW] FS 2017 Orange Sam

2018-05-02 Thread Carla Waugh
I’ll throw in the basket and blue shopsack medium if you buy the bike. -- 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] Length of Quickbeam/SimpleOne track ends?

2018-05-02 Thread Deacon Patrick
Yeah, at that point, it may be best to just ride, with abandon, of course. Grin. Sleep in peace tonight. Double grin. 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

Re: [RBW] Length of Quickbeam/SimpleOne track ends?

2018-05-02 Thread Patrick Moore
Thanks; excellent; good to know. Reason for asking: I toss and turn at night pondering the oh, so many! possibilities for gearing that allows relatively easy hills as well as decent cruising gears. My just-modified '99 Joe easily accommodates the 15 t cruising cog (46 X15 X 24.75" = 76") on one

[RBW] Length of Quickbeam/SimpleOne track ends?

2018-05-02 Thread Deacon Patrick
6 teeth total difference between cog and chainring combined (if you run a second chainring). 50mm long, not counting the rounded ends. A fatter tire diminishes the range as there is less room forward. On Shadowfax, I run a 17t and 22t, and can do the 5 tooth cog difference, but it would be

[RBW] Length of Quickbeam/SimpleOne track ends?

2018-05-02 Thread Patrick Moore
How long are these, end-to-end, or, by another metric, how big a cog difference (in respect of teeth) can they theoretically accommodate? Thanks. -- Resumes, LinkedIn profiles, bios, and letters that get interviews. By-the-hour resume and LinkedIn coaching. Other professional writing services.

[RBW] Re: Made in Taiwan AHH?

2018-05-02 Thread Belopsky
My dataset of 1 Waterford build says "Add 2months to the lead time they give you" -- 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: Made in Taiwan AHH?

2018-05-02 Thread Bill Lindsay
I think Igor is demonstrating his flair for hyperbole. He's never ordered a custom Rivendell, let alone waited two years for it. I ordered a Nobilette-built Legolas in November of 2017, and even with huge delays at the painter, I received it in April 2018. The painter had an illness in his

[RBW] FS: Acorn tall rando bag

2018-05-02 Thread Dave Brandt
This bag is the tall rando bag, in black, in good condition. I have had the bag for five years but it has primarily sat for the last four. The bike has the VO decaleur on it, in place of the leather straps. I’m located in Pacifica, $100 firm, local pick up only. -- You received this message

Re: [RBW] How heavy a front load on lowriders on a Rivendell road bike?

2018-05-02 Thread Patrick Moore
Thanks. Sorry your trip got rained on. Now that I have a spare Carradice saddlebag, I might just try it on the back of the Rivendell to balance the (usually overflowing) loads in the front panniers. On Wed, May 2, 2018 at 11:06 AM, Bob K. wrote: > Patrick Moore requested a

[RBW] FS: Saddlesack Large - Olive - Unused

2018-05-02 Thread ScottRS
For sale is a large Saddlesack in olive. It’s not been used. Asking $210 shipped within conus. Thanks, Scott -- 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

Re: [RBW] FS 2017 Orange Sam

2018-05-02 Thread Tim Gavin
Doug- The difference in radius between 700c and 650b wheels is 19 mm. (622 - 584)/2 So, any rim-brake bike can convert from 700c to 650b -- *if you can find brakes with 19 mm more reach*. The Sam H is already using "long-reach" Tektro R539 (55-73 mm) calipers, so you would need

[RBW] Re: offRoadini

2018-05-02 Thread Coal Bee Rye Anne
I should add that I've happily ridden 28mm Ruffty Tuffy's with an old steel road bike along much of the trail although there are enough rough, muddy, and loose/gravelly areas to prefer wider rubber most of the time. On Wednesday, May 2, 2018 at 3:17:22 PM UTC-4, Coal Bee Rye Anne wrote: > > The

[RBW] Re: offRoadini

2018-05-02 Thread Coal Bee Rye Anne
The D is great riding and I'm fortunate to have it close to home (I'm between Trenton & Princeton and have easy access to connect to the D Main Canal path from the Lawrence-Hopewell Trail http://lhtrail.org/trail-guide/trail-map/ which is part of a separate and still growing network of local

[RBW] FS 2017 Orange Sam

2018-05-02 Thread Doug Bloch
Nice bike. Not to hijack your FS thread, but can the Sam take 650bs? Doug Alameda CA USA -- 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: 58cm Quickbeam - Orange - Complete

2018-05-02 Thread jandrews
Hi John I’m going to guess you’re probably more suited to a 56cm frame. But this bike may fit you. I’m a 84.5pbh and I have a confortable amount of room when standing over the bike. I can send you the measurements you asked for when I get back home. Thanks -- You received this message

[RBW] FS: 58cm Quickbeam - Orange - Complete

2018-05-02 Thread jandrews
I can be reached at jasonaschwartz@gmail -- 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: FS: 58cm Quickbeam - Orange - Complete

2018-05-02 Thread John Buglino
Hi Jason Sorry if this is a duplicate message, but could not tell if my first reply went through. I'm interested in you quick beam but think it might be too large for my 83cm PBH and 5'8" height. Do you know the SO/ TT length values? I am in Manhattan most week days, would a test ride be

[RBW] Re: Made in Taiwan AHH?

2018-05-02 Thread Kieran J
I might be into a 64 if it does not have the 2TT !! KJ On Saturday, April 28, 2018 at 3:26:28 PM UTC-7, Jonathan D. wrote: > > Looking through the new brochure it looks like the AHH is going to be also > be made in Taiwan. I love the idea and it looks in between sizes with Sam > and the AHH

[RBW] FS: 58cm Quickbeam - Orange - Complete

2018-05-02 Thread jandrews
Greetings, Being offered is a very nice 58cm Orange Quickbeam. *$1200 plus shipping..I can ship this via bike flights ...* (I can also meet in the New York City or Hudson Valley area) I purchased the frame new from Rivendell and it's it very good shape. That being said, it has *plenty* of

[RBW] Anyone in the DMV have a 51 or 55 Hillborne I could test ride?

2018-05-02 Thread Deacon Patrick
Alan, I’m with Bob in seeing the bike as shown as being within fit range. What feels too big? Have you tried lowering the seat and/or a shorter stem? Those can make a big difference. Also, trying a smaller size but different set up may or may not tell you much. Good luck dialing in fit, however

[RBW] Re: offRoadini

2018-05-02 Thread lambbo
Did my first 200K Brevet last weekend with NJ Randos, on the Roadini. It was beautiful, starting in pretty dense fog (for us east-coasters), hanging in the quiet back roads of semi-rural and suburban Jersey. I love fog. When we got to the Shore the fog had lifted and it was a long straight

[RBW] Anyone in the DMV have a 51 or 55 Hillborne I could test ride?

2018-05-02 Thread Bob K.
Hi Alan, I know this isn't what you asked for in your post, but as armchair bike fit specialist, I'd say based on the amount of exposed seatpost in your photo that the bike technically "fits" you. That doesn't mean you wouldn't feel more comfortable on a different size, of course. Yours could

Re: [RBW] FS 2017 Orange Sam

2018-05-02 Thread Carla Waugh
Thanks Tim it’s a 55cm. -- 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: Anyone in the DMV have a 51 or 55 Hillborne I could test ride?

2018-05-02 Thread phil k
I will have a 51cm built up sometime next week. I'm waiting on a rear wheel build. 51 might be too small for you. On Wednesday, May 2, 2018 at 8:24:47 AM UTC-4, Alan Pickett wrote: > > Howdy folks - > > > I have a 2011-12 vintage 56 Hillborne that I've always felt was a little > to big for me,

Re: [RBW] FS 2017 Orange Sam

2018-05-02 Thread Tim Gavin
Ooops, I see the asking price. I was scanning for a dollar sign ($). On Wed, May 2, 2018 at 11:19 AM, Tim Gavin wrote: > Carla- Prospective buyers will want to know the frame size (seat tube > height) and asking price. Best of luck! > > On Wed, May 2, 2018 at

Re: [RBW] FS 2017 Orange Sam

2018-05-02 Thread Tim Gavin
Carla- Prospective buyers will want to know the frame size (seat tube height) and asking price. Best of luck! On Wed, May 2, 2018 at 11:13 AM, Carla Waugh wrote: > I have decided to go with 650B only and my orange Sam is leaving the > stable. Sam is original other than

[RBW] Re: Made in Taiwan AHH?

2018-05-02 Thread Joe Bernard
You are correct, Christopher. The differences between my MIT Cheviot and previous Rivs - Rom, Ram, Saluki, AHH..all Toyo frames - are in the lug details. I can detect no difference in quality of construction or ride. The folks brazing these things up in Taiwan seem very proud of their work.

[RBW] Re: Made in Taiwan AHH?

2018-05-02 Thread Christopher Murray
The Roadini is a beautiful bike- if you can get past the tig welds. Mine just arrived and the quality looks as good as my Rodeo or Ram. The MIT bikes seem every bit as well made as any other Riv (Customs excluded). I challenge anyone to prove otherwise. Chris -- You received this message

[RBW] Re: Made in Taiwan AHH?

2018-05-02 Thread Lum Gim Fong
Not positing. Just asking. See the “?”. -- 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: Made in Taiwan AHH?

2018-05-02 Thread Lum Gim Fong
I’m talking traditional 10-speed 1950-1982 looking diamond frame. Sorry for the confusion. -- 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: MUSA Substitute for a Frank Jones Senor 58cm

2018-05-02 Thread Doug H.
Very nice build and I've head good things about Gunnar steel frames. If only it were a 56... Doug On Wednesday, May 2, 2018 at 12:51:35 AM UTC-4, Doug Bloch wrote: > > This is a special bike. Fortunately it's too big for me and I can't > afford it. Good luck selling it! > > Doug > Alameda CA

[RBW] Re: Made in Taiwan AHH?

2018-05-02 Thread Joe Bernard
Igor, I'm responding to the statement (not from you) that Roadeo is the only road bike. A. Roadini was specifically designed as a dropbar road bike, B. Roadeo, AHH, Roadini, Sam-before-the-newest and Cheviot are all road bikes with caliper brakes. It's fine to come on this forum and lament

[RBW] Re: Made in Taiwan AHH?

2018-05-02 Thread Belopsky
roadini is sloping toptube On Wednesday, May 2, 2018 at 10:08:16 AM UTC-4, Joe Bernard wrote: > > The Roadeo you're describing would be a Nobilette custom. Also, the > Roadini is most definitely a road bike; it's not accurate to say Roadeo is > the only Riv road bike available. -- You

[RBW] Re: Made in Taiwan AHH?

2018-05-02 Thread Joe Bernard
The Roadeo you're describing would be a Nobilette custom. Also, the Roadini is most definitely a road bike; it's not accurate to say Roadeo is the only Riv road bike available. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To

[RBW] Re: PSA 60 CM Saluki

2018-05-02 Thread tc
Curious, is max tire on the Saluki 40ish? Other than Japan vs Taiwan origin, and 650b on a larger-than-51 frame (and I realize those are a big deal to some people), are there other things about a Saluki design-wise that should appeal more to someone who can also get a 650b Sam? Not

Re: [RBW] Cheviot fat tires

2018-05-02 Thread lconley
What I have confirmed on several Rivendells, when fitting the largest tires that aren't supposed to fit, is that the Tektro R559s are the limiting factor on the front. Weinmann / Dia-Comp / Gran-Compe centerpulls will clear much better (assume this applies to Paul centerpuls also). The other

[RBW] Re: Made in Taiwan AHH?

2018-05-02 Thread Lum Gim Fong
I’m holding out for a 650b canti Roadeo, or whatever lighter walled level-2degree TT canti 650b bike comes 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

[RBW] Re: Made in Taiwan AHH?

2018-05-02 Thread Belopsky
You are still able to get a waterford built one or a nobilette custom. If you want to ride in 2 years -- 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] Cheviot fat tires

2018-05-02 Thread Tim Gavin
Joe- Any centerpull brake will have improved clearance over your sidepull. Paul Racers are wonderful, but Dia-Compe/Weinmann centerpulls also work fine (with good brake pads, like Kool Stops) and are much cheaper. Have fun on your fatter tires! On Tue, May 1, 2018 at 6:21 PM, Joe Bernard

[RBW] Anyone in the DMV have a 51 or 55 Hillborne I could test ride?

2018-05-02 Thread Alan Pickett
Howdy folks - I have a 2011-12 vintage 56 Hillborne that I've always felt was a little to big for me, and I find I'm often disincentivized to ride it, which is sad. I'd love to see if I could spin around the block on a 55 or 51 just to get a feel. Does anyone have a Hillborne they would be

[RBW] Re: Made in Taiwan AHH?

2018-05-02 Thread Lum Gim Fong
So looks like Roadeo is the only thing close to a “level” TT bike they make now? And also the only road bike? Everything else looks longbike or touring or MTN or town now? Is that right for the current lineup? So if you want a traditional looking road frame it’s Roadeo only at this point? --

[RBW] Re: Sugino Wide/Low Double FD?

2018-05-02 Thread Ron Mc
Maybe I should have said This Means Something - FD designed just for this application and cage shaped for max 46T - prices on the CX-70 have also dropped haff over the past couple of years. SunTour, Microshift, Campy-SunTour-Copy (Chorus) - these are the Best RDs, but Shimano has always made