[RBW] Re: Fancy Cheviot!

Good Memory! (How often do we get to hear that these days?) I intend to do a lot less lifting of this bike and just roll it out the door and off I go. I do intend to E it at some point and at the point the weight is off the chart of relevance. I had nice light parts on it — just a lot of them;-)

Re: [RBW] Only 1 17/20 Dingle left: $43 shipped CONUS

Thanks, Kai!  Good one!  Just remember, it's not how you look, it's how you feel. On Thursday, May 14, 2020, 9:36:22 PM PDT, Patrick Moore wrote: Only 1 17/20 Dingle left: $43 shipped CONUS -- ---Patrick Moore

[RBW] Re: Susie Tire suggestions?

I have 29x2.6 Teravail Honcho (light and supple casing) on my Karate Monkey and I like them. Not as grippy in loose stuff as the Nobby Nics I had before but they do roll faster and feel nicer on smooth. I did cut a light casing Teravail but that was in the Sierras on some pretty sharp shale. I

[RBW] Re: Re-spacing a Phil Wood hub, 126-135

I went from 130 to 135 and recall I did have to redish a little bit because they only replace one cap in this scenario. I don’t remember which side. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop re

Re: [RBW] Re: Admissions of Things You Ought to Have Known But Did Not: A Thread

I first started working on bikes in 1969 when I was working on the Cycling Merit Badge in the Boy Scouts. Had to do 6 @ 25 mile rides and one 50 mile ride - all accomplished on a 2-speed Sting-Ray, but back to the point. My friend who was working on the merit badge with me - his father showed u

[RBW] Re: Susie Tire suggestions?

One more thing to addOn 35mm rims 29x2.6 Nobby Nics were more like 2.4 actual after months of use. Teravail much closer to 2.6 when I first installed, probably stretched after use but I not re-measured On Friday, May 15, 2020 at 5:44:20 AM UTC-7, Kurt Manley wrote: > > I have 29x2.6 Teravail

[RBW] Re: Re-spacing a Phil Wood hub, 126-135

I also did this (130 to 135) last year - just replaced the non-drive side. I did it with the early style hub - used my automotive ball joint press. Laing On Friday, May 15, 2020 at 8:45:59 AM UTC-4, Ginz wrote: > I went from 130 to 135 and recall I did have to redish a little bit > because the

[RBW] FS 1989 Specialized Stumpjumper Comp resto mod

Hey All, Cross list...I put this on iBob but nobody had interest surprisingly. I also put it up on the Bay. There's an incredible amount of value in this bike IMHO and I'd be pumped if a list member got to enjoy it. I have a minty fresh stumpy resto mod for sale. I built this up at the same

[RBW] Re: FS: Sim Works/Nitto Black Get Around Bar

The Sim Works handlebar is SOLD. Thanks! On Thursday, 14 May 2020 17:32:36 UTC-7, Brendan Willard in SF wrote: > > PMed > > On Thursday, May 14, 2020 at 4:52:19 PM UTC-7, Paul M wrote: >> >> These bars are designed by Sim Works and made by Nitto. Gave them a try >> (less than 50 miles) and reali

[RBW] Re: Re-spacing a Phil Wood hub, 126-135

There are several factors at play. First, of course, is whether or not the current end caps are those which receive a 5mm hex wrench. If so, then you can move on to the next step. If not, then either a special press,or Phil Wood, will be needed. Next step, make sure the drive-side end cap (if yo

[RBW] WTB/ISO Riv Sackville Stickpack

Hi Folks: Any nice condition Rivy stickpack/backpack not being used? I'm looking for one. If it's an olive color you'd get double bonus points (probably a few patches) plus an option from below to pick from. Other colors accepted too though. You'd only get a bonus option from the below: Tra

[RBW] Re: Dynamo Hub Recommendations

Thank you everyone for your advice and the recent information about SP hubs. -- 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: Why I went Tubeless

Do any of the bike pumps really work with tubleless setup? My bump broke so was thinking of replacing it with something that could work with tubeless setup in lieu of having an air compressor. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" gro

[RBW] Re: Susie Tire suggestions?

We're going with 2.1" Thunderburts on Cliffhanger rims for my wife's upcoming Susie build. I have them in the Hunqa and they're phenomenal on trails. Max On Thursday, May 14, 2020 at 11:16:06 AM UTC-4, David Wadstrup wrote: > > I've got a Susie frameset on the way and am already in possession of

[RBW] Re: FS: Dingles: 1 X 17/20; 1 X 17/21

Ha! No worries John, these are always in demand, so no harm done ;) I just dropped them off at the post office, they should be on their way to Patrick over the weekend. Max On Thursday, May 14, 2020 at 8:29:18 PM UTC-4, JohnS wrote: > > No wonder Max wasn't mad when I backed out of the deal :)

Re: [RBW] Re: Why I went Tubeless

I have only limited experience mounting tubeless tires. Just on my own mountain bike, in fact. But I really don't see how you could ever get the tire beads to pop onto the rim's bead seat without far more air flow than any hand or floor pump can provide. And until both tire beads are on the bead se

[RBW] Re: Susie Tire suggestions?

So, wouldn't a not-so-knobby 2.8" tire work with a double crankset? How do you figure out the chain to tire clearance, and bottom bracket, on a not yet available frame? I've got a medium Susie frame coming. The demo medium at RBWHQ had a Silver double (w/chain guard) and Bontrager knobbies. And,

[RBW] Re: Susie Tire suggestions?

Not to poach this topic but can I expand it to ask a tire recommendation for the Atlas wheelset I already possess for my Susie. Max size. Will be building up a set of Cliffhangers for the Gus also arriving. Ryan Hankinson West Michigan -- You received this message because you are subscribe

[RBW] Re: Susie Tire suggestions?

Thanks for the feedback, everyone! I’ll likely stick with the Schwalbes, but was glad to hear of a positive experience with the Honchos. David, here’s what Grant wrote to me regarding tire size/chainring count compatibility • A 2.8-inch tire in back works best with a single ring up front.

[RBW] Re: Why I went Tubeless

I've seated tires with a regular pump. It takes patience and much massaging of the beads. I've got a compressor, otherwise I'd be looking for a new pump. Enjoy! -Kai -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this

[RBW] Why I went Tubeless

I’m still hung up on the $60 patch kit. Not only that, added I still need to carry a spare tube. Bill Lindsay El Cerrito 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 emails from it,

[RBW] Re: In Praise of RBW

Wow, that's great! I have to imagine some luck went into that as well, but needless to say RBW doesn't treat obsolescence the way most bike makers do. I'm more of an email than a call kind of person, which doesn't really jive with RBW's preferences, and I find I sometimes don't get responses, o

[RBW] FS Brooks Cambium C15 Natural - $80 shipped

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 view this discussion on the web visit https://groups

[RBW] Why I went Tubeless

"I’m still hung up on the $60 patch kit. Not only that, added I still need to carry a spare tube." Yep. I had myself all talked into this and talked myself right out of it. I get all the theoretical benefits of tubeless, but I've decided they don't mean anything to me and I'd rather change tire

[RBW] All Dingles have been claimed

All 3 Dingles, all 6 cogsworth of 'em, have been claimed by others more fortunate than you. -- --- Patrick Moore Alburquerque, Nuevo Mexico, Etats Unis d'Amerique, Orbis Terrarum -- You received this message because you are su

[RBW] Re: Susie Tire suggestions?

Or you can just get some boost cranks and not worry. Clayton Scott HBG, CA On Friday, May 15, 2020 at 12:36:24 PM UTC-7, David Wadstrup wrote: > > Thanks for the feedback, everyone! I’ll likely stick with the Schwalbes, > but was glad to hear of a positive experience with the Honchos. > > David

[RBW] Re: Susie Tire suggestions?

David, I called Riv today and spoke with Grant about this very thing. I referenced a past post somewhere on the group about riv recommending a 127mm BB for his Silver triple setup as a double w/guard. I wasn't sure if this was a chainstay clearance thing or a chainline thing, but it was neit

[RBW] Re: Susie Tire suggestions?

I like the Bongrager Chupacabra tires. Mine measure 2.8 on wide rims. Clayton Scott HBG, CA On Thursday, May 14, 2020 at 8:16:06 AM UTC-7, David Wadstrup wrote: > > I've got a Susie frameset on the way and am already in possession of a > beautiful set of Cliffhanger/WI MI5 wheels. I'm uncer

[RBW] Re: FS 1989 Specialized Stumpjumper Comp resto mod

On Friday, May 15, 2020 at 9:01:51 AM UTC-4, Alex Wirth- Owner, Yellow Haus Bicycles wrote: > > Wow❤️, that is one very nice jumper of stumps! Ok ok ...what can I part > withshoot. i doubt it will last long > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Group

[RBW] Re: WTB: your near-new tires, 700 x 40 ish

Hey Neil, I bought a pair of Compass 700C x 38 Steilacoom TC – Extralight, Tan a little more than a year ago for ~$174 (through Blue Heron Bikes) and rode them ~30 miles before deciding that I didn't ride enough grass or mud to warrant them. Are these wide enough for you? Happy on Barlow Pass,

[RBW] Re: WTB: your near-new tires, 700 x 40 ish

Sean- I would be interested in the Compass tires. -- 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 view thi

[RBW] FS: stems seatposts dyad wheelset pugsley frameset

Hi I have some parts for sale. Photos: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1XOTf4z725N3W7AtdOSBo3AwWblcVKuF- 1. Setback 27.2 thomson seatpost silver $50 2. Thomson threadless 1 1/8 stem 130 length 5 degree rise 25.4 clamp $35 3. Kalloy 29.8 seatpost, some insertion scratches. $15 4. Black Thoms

[RBW] Re: Fancy Cheviot!

A possible issue though: confusion for Pete the Cat fans where one of the secondary characters is named "*Gus* the Platypus": [image: gus.jpg] On Friday, May 15, 2020 at 4:11:11 PM UTC-7, Pancake wrote: > > New news in the most recent email blast and blug: > > "We have a new design, based on C

[RBW] WTB Rene Herse Bon Jon Extra Light

Does anyone have new or lightly used Bon Jon extra lights? Could trade for Rene Herse 32 Stampede Pass tires. -- 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] Re: Fancy Cheviot!

Remember the old days when the names were as beautiful as the bikes? Saluki, Cheviot, Atlantis, Clementine... Platypus. I’m out joyriding on my Platypus. Riding hard on my Platypus. Someone took my Platypus. I just...oh, help... Sent from my iPhone > On May 15, 2020, at 4:14 PM, Pancake

Re: [RBW] Re: Fancy Cheviot!

Just say no to Platypus. Really? Platypus? Maybe it will grow on me but my first take is not a good bike name. Doug -- 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: Fancy Cheviot!

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[RBW] Re: Fancy Cheviot!

Or if we wanted to explore a dragonfly name theme, here are my suggestions: Pfaufliege (German: peacock fly) Kleermaker (Dutch for dragonfly, translates as tailor) Trollslanda (Swedish: hobgoblin fly) And my favorite: Globe Skimmer (species: *Pantala flavescens

Re: [RBW] Re: Fancy Cheviot!

Both potential names are embarrassing. A regal name for a regal bike A lovely name for a lovely bike... To add to Leah’s list of lovely Riv names, I submit Joe Appaloosa, which if they shortened it to just Appaloosa would define that bike and it’s ride. Do I really want my new bike to be a

Re: [RBW] WTB/ISO Riv Sackville Stickpack

Wally, curious about your opinion of the Tumbleweed racks, saw them on a Prospector and was impressed, not that I need any racks, but I liked their sparseness. This years Grand Tour is Sunday May 24. Steve On Fri, May 15, 2020 at 11:42 AM Wally Estrella wrote: > Hi Folks: > > Any nice conditio

[RBW] What's In a Name?

So, the newly designed bicycle influenced by the venerable Cheviot/Cheviut will get one of two names...Platypus or Winthrop-Charlene. I've been wondering how these names relate to the new design or the target customer. Winthrop-Charlene may establish that this bike is intended for men and women

Re: [RBW] Re: Fancy Cheviot!

I am not in the market, but I have to say I rather like the name Platypus. It's an intriguing animal. If we're having ideas on names, there is a breed of terrier named Kelly Blue, which might suit a good looking bicycle intended for all genders. IanA -- You received this message because you a

Re: [RBW] Re: Fancy Cheviot!

Hi Ian: The breed of dog is Kerry Blue Terrier. Ah, I am not called the dog lady for nothing! -Kiley > On May 15, 2020, at 6:37 PM, Ian A wrote: > > > I am not in the market, but I have to say I rather like the name Platypus. > It's an intriguing animal. > > > If we're having ideas on

Re: [RBW] Re: Fancy Cheviot!

I'm with Leah. Very disappointing. Think I'm gonna have to just say no. On Fri, May 15, 2020 at 4:22 PM Leah Peterson wrote: > Remember the old days when the names were as beautiful as the bikes? > Saluki, Cheviot, Atlantis, Clementine... > > Platypus. I’m out joyriding on my Platypus. Riding ha

[RBW] FS: stems seatposts dyad wheelset pugsley frameset

Set back post and dirt drop 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 view this discussion on th

Re: [RBW] Re: Fancy Cheviot!

GAH! I don't like getting into the names debate - and I KNOW coming up with our own is verbotten - but geez I'd hate to see the Cheviot name, badge and graphics go away. And this is the first tweak, right? As far as I know all Cheviots are the same or near same up to now..it's not like the new o

[RBW] Why I went Tubeless

FWIWI I have been using a floor pump and seating schwalbe tires (knobby nic, racing ralph) just fine on Stans Rims (arch 29, flow 26) since 2012. They seat at about 40 PSI for me. The amount of rim tape used has been an important factor. -- You received this message because you are subscribed

Re: [RBW] Re: Fancy Cheviot!

Okay. I lambasted the name. But after a little time of thinking it over. I could ride a Platypus. What does it really matter, right? If it’s a well designed nice riding rig then I’ll consider it. It’s that bike or a Clem L for me. Both are coming soon. Doug -- You received this message becaus

Re: [RBW] Best 1 - 11 setup

Patrick, the benefit of running a wide range cassette on a road bike is pretty straightforward. You get all of the plusses of a 1x drivetrain (if you like that sort of thing) and can still run a big chainring up front (think 44t or even larger) without losing a decent climbing/bailout gear. Obv

Re: [RBW] Re: Fancy Cheviot!

I like Platypus. It's a unique animal with an odd charisma, which is a good fit for this frame - there's nothing else like it on the market. I've never been a fan of the fanciful human names like Yves Gomez, Betty Foy, A. Homer Hilsen, etc., so it's nice to see Riv turning back to the natural world

Re: [RBW] Re: Fancy Cheviot!

my family breeds a kind of sheep called Romney, a long staple wool and meat sheep that, funny enough, was eventually crossed with the Cheviot to get the Perendale (sp?). romney’s are handsome and strong with great wool, and i won my fair share of prizes in 4H showing my ram Cornelius. my vote

[RBW] Why I went Tubeless

I was thinking about if these pumps. I think they work as mini air compressors. -- 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] Why I went Tubeless

https://enduro-mtb.com/en/the-best-tubeless-tire-inflator-system/5/ -- 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

Re: [RBW] Re: Fancy Cheviot!

Thank you Kiley! Yes, I miss typed that one spectacularly. Kelly Blue is a book of car valuations! Kerry Blue has a much nicer ring to it. IanA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiv

Re: [RBW] Re: Fancy Cheviot!

Cheviot2 if they must. (Matches with Atlantis2.) Appaloosa was inspired as itself; I didn't like the "Joe" appended. If I recall correctly, Hunqapillar was inspired by the family name Hunkapillar on a mailbox during a bike ride. Probably the best head badge of the bunch. shoji arlington ma

[RBW] Re: Why I went Tubeless

Me, too. I use a regular floor pump and spray a little soapy water around the bead to help it slide into place. If that doesn't work, then I use a tube (yes, the irony) to seat the bead. Remove bead on one side and pull the tube. Same soapy water and inflate with floor pump. On Friday, May