[RBW] Re: WTB: handlebars, brakes, seatpost, bottle cage, crankset

2020-05-23 Thread Andrew Turner
Woops! Forgot the brakes inquiry 47-57 reach dual pivot caliper brakes traditional hex nut mounted. *Below $47 shipped* On Saturday, May 23, 2020 at 11:19:56 PM UTC-5, Andrew Turner wrote: > > If anyone's doing some spring cleaning, I might be of some assistance. > > I'm in the process of

[RBW] WTB: handlebars, brakes, seatpost, bottle cage, crankset

2020-05-23 Thread Andrew Turner
If anyone's doing some spring cleaning, I might be of some assistance. I'm in the process of building up a "new" 1979 Gazelle Champion Mondial AA bike and need some parts listed below. I'm trying to keep to used yet commendable parts but I'm also after the deals, hints the price caps.

Re: [RBW] FS: Clem 650B wheels, chainrings 110/74

2020-05-23 Thread Joe Bernard
28t sold. Make offer on a 50! -- 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

[RBW] FS: Clem L 64 chameleon green frameset

2020-05-23 Thread A. Nostuh
Frameset is sold pending payment Thanks y’all Al -- 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

Re: [RBW] Re: He Ain't Heavy, He's My Clem Smith L('il Missy)

2020-05-23 Thread DHans
Mark, Which Dyno hub did you use and are those handlebars Bosco Bullmoose? If so, how’s the reach? Thanks, 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 email

[RBW] Re: Shorts similar to Riv MUSA

2020-05-23 Thread Clayton Scott
Goruck short work well too. Wait for a sale though. Cshbgca -- 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] FS: Clem L 64 chameleon green frameset

2020-05-23 Thread Reid Echols
Sent you a PM! Reid in Austin -- 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

[RBW] 1x9 11-50t friction shift set up for GBW/Suzy

2020-05-23 Thread 'Deacon Patrick' via RBW Owners Bunch
For all you pondering your GBW builds, this was simple on my Gus prototype (and wow! is it great having friction shifting back and wider spacing between gears!) - Box Components: Two 11-50t x-wide 9-speed cassette, derailure, and two chains (two required for the long chain stays, keep the

[RBW] WTB Alex 650B/27.5 rim 32H silver

2020-05-23 Thread Dave Redmon
Looking for a 650B/27.5 front rim for our 52cm Clem L. Please contact me off list with leads. Dave in Kansas -- 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

[RBW] FS: Clem L 64 chameleon green frameset

2020-05-23 Thread A. Nostuh
Recently purchased Clem low 64 chameleon green frameset with seatpost and headset and BB Few minor paint nicks, purchased on the last round they were produced Asking 600 plus shipping and I’ll pay to have it professionally boxed at LBS To sweeten the deal I’m throwing in the Shimano Deore v

Re: [RBW] Re: Clem PreSale

2020-05-23 Thread Kiley Demond
I do not exactly when and how many are arriving. I am confident when they arrive my spidey-sense will get me there in time. I would get the blue for sure. My second, and really only other choice, is orange. I can’t recall a red Riv. My college bike was a red Raleigh and I got red because that

[RBW] Re: Sam Hillborne Fork replacement

2020-05-23 Thread Ryan Thompson
I have an extra fork from my 56cm Sam Hillborne with canti brake posts. It's orange, but creamsicle orange. Let me know if you're interested. Ryan Arlington, VA On Saturday, May 9, 2020 at 1:40:42 PM UTC-4, Dave Dugard wrote: > > can anyone recommend a fork to replace the one on my Sam

[RBW] Re: Shorts similar to Riv MUSA

2020-05-23 Thread Dave Grossman
These are a bit different but I've had a pair for a couple of years and I love them. https://www.twinsix.com/collections/mens-bottoms/products/two-quarters-black?variant=3769787547669 -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To

[RBW] Re: What's the Susie Outside Seat Tube Diameter For a FD ?

2020-05-23 Thread Paul Richardson
vince told me a while back that the susie is 28.6. couldn't hurt to call just to be certain. paul takoma park, md. -- 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] PSA: 3 Atlantis Bikes on CL

2020-05-23 Thread JAS
There are three Atlantis bikes on Craigslist. I have no association with the sellers. Seattle: 47 cm Seattle: 54 cm Portland: 47 cm --Joyce -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop

Re: [RBW] Re: Clem PreSale

2020-05-23 Thread Joe Bernard
Ooh, a sparkly metallic red Clem L. I'd probably have to buy 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

Re: [RBW] Re: Clem PreSale

2020-05-23 Thread Leah Peterson
Kiley, what color are you hoping for? If you choose one from this batch which color strikes your fancy? Do you know how many frames-only are for sale? Can they tell you if you have a good chance of scoring one when they’re released? Also, a red Clem would be . You know, if anyone out there

Re: [RBW] Re: Clem PreSale

2020-05-23 Thread Leah Peterson
You guys will do anything to get in our #RivSisterhood! Well, that blue is just the ticket. You can call it Leah Blue, Ryan, but Riv thought they were naming it for themselves. Ha! I call it: blue-green-shot-through-with-glimmer-like-sunlight-on-seawater. Because that’s what it is. My own

[RBW] Re: Clem PreSale

2020-05-23 Thread Joe Bernard
Oh dude, I already put the mainstream silver stuff on the custom. The whole POINT of a blue Clem(entine) is to get red and orange hubs yo!  -- 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] Re: 1x drivetrain question

2020-05-23 Thread Lithocarpus
I purchased a 120 link chain hoping that would be enough, but it was just a little shy. I ended up splicing two together for about 124 links in all. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop

Re: [RBW] Not Buying New Goat, WTB Clem

2020-05-23 Thread Kiley Demond
Weird. I thought I posted the pictures. Wonder where that post went... Well, this time, all pics and no editorial comments. On Saturday, May 16, 2020 at 12:35:55 PM UTC-7, Joe Bernard wrote: > > I want to see the Dutch Bike, too. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the

[RBW] Re: Clem PreSale

2020-05-23 Thread 'Abcyclehank' via RBW Owners Bunch
Joe, Because it would make you an honorary step-#rivsister to her and the other intelligent women who share a healthy love of bikes; especially low step over mixte inspired ones. They then bond with these steeds like their own offsprings demonstrating a loyalty and joy of just riding many of

[RBW] Re: Clem PreSale

2020-05-23 Thread Joe Bernard
I'm trying to think of a reason why I need a 45cm copy of Leah's gorgeous blue Clem(entine) even though I just spent a comical amount of money on a custom and sold my grilver Clem(entine) frame. I'll think of something! 浪 -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google

[RBW] Re: Clem PreSale

2020-05-23 Thread Kiley Demond
Zoinks! It's time! Before I put the money in for a 59 complete Clem L, which I am shortening to CLem (the other being CHlem, where the 'h' is silent), what say the spec nerds about the components this time around? I know the tires are too narrow, so I will have to swap those out (and evidently

[RBW] Re: 64cm Clem L ( should I preorder)

2020-05-23 Thread Tom Horton
ryan, will at riv told me he thinks the new cheviot/whatever 60 would fit me, whereas the old 60 was a bit small. you're a little taller than me, but might be worth checking. tom horton On Friday, May 22, 2020 at 6:43:23 PM UTC-4, Abcyclehank wrote: > > I like smart bikes but have way to many.

[RBW] Re: Handlebar suggestions for Gus\Susie

2020-05-23 Thread 'Deacon Patrick' via RBW Owners Bunch
I should add, I had bullmoose Boscos at first, as they came with the prototype build. I loved them in all aspects save for technical descents, where all that jouncing requires a flatter bar rather than a bar more parallel to the top tube. Hanse the switch to the wavy and Jones bars. With

[RBW] Re: Handlebar suggestions for Gus\Susie

2020-05-23 Thread Garth
I'm trying a Billie bar at first and see how that goes, as I have one on hand. It has half the rise of the steel 56cm. Albatross bar, more flare and more reach back. The whatbars website doesn't really depict it accurately, at least compared to my 56 Alba which is slightly different curve shape

[RBW] What's the Susie Outside Seat Tube Diameter For a FD ?

2020-05-23 Thread Garth
Yeah, I'm asking as I thought it was 31.8 but can't remember for sure ! Vince told me a while a go the differences in the tubing thickness between the Gus and the Susie but I forgot to write down what diameter FD. The Sram S600 149mm crank I'm using will have somewhere between 44t to 22t,

[RBW] Shorts similar to Riv MUSA

2020-05-23 Thread Todd Ferguson
Hi all, I've been riding in the MUSA shorts with aussie wool underneath for longer rides and am looking for some replacement shorts. Now that these are discontinued anyone have any suggestions of similar gusseted shorts with no pad? Alternately anyone have any large Musas they want to get

[RBW] Re: Handlebar suggestions for Gus\Susie

2020-05-23 Thread 'Deacon Patrick' via RBW Owners Bunch
My protoGus first had a wavy bar, which I loved, but I got a Jones bar (the raised one) to try it higher, which I like. My idea would be to get a shorter stem with some rise for the wavy bar. The Jones bar a sharper angle than I like ideally, the wavy is the same as the bullmoose, and shallower

[RBW] Re: Handlebar suggestions for Gus\Susie

2020-05-23 Thread Paul Richardson
i'll be trying choco bars on a 10cm dirtdrop on my xl susie. paul takoma park, md. -- 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: Reunited State of America tee - large - $10

2020-05-23 Thread Paul Richardson
found a new home for the tee. thanks all! paul -- 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

[RBW] Re: WTB: 62cm Hunqapillar Frame & Fork

2020-05-23 Thread 'Deacon Patrick' via RBW Owners Bunch
PM sent. On Friday, May 22, 2020 at 8:42:22 PM UTC-6, Keith Muller wrote: > > Hey all, > > I’m looking for a 62cm Hunqapillar frame and fork. I only want the frame > and fork. I don’t need any parts or a complete bike. I’m looking for a > Waterford produced Hunq. Paint condition doesn’t

[RBW] Gravel & Dirt: New blog about equipment

2020-05-23 Thread Mike E
We just made our new blog live. We're a group of riders who can't resist a narrow ribbon of gravel or dirt (or even asphalt) stretching into the hills. We've been looking for reliable information about equipment, especially reviews of tires for our rides. We're just seeing paid advertisements

[RBW] Re: FS: 65cm A Homer Hilsen (Waterford) F/F/HS

2020-05-23 Thread scott minor
Homer is spoken for, pending payment. Thanks all! -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 to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com.

[RBW] Re: Will Mini Motos fit a MTB tire?

2020-05-23 Thread Patch T
Sorry the photo is sideways and squashed like 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 view

[RBW] FS: WOOL here (Riv Aussie, jerseys - short/long, new & used)

2020-05-23 Thread Todd Ferguson
I'll take green and blue long sleeves. Sending PM. -- 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

Re: [RBW] Apaloosa front derailleur clearance problem

2020-05-23 Thread dirtp
Thanks to everyone for their advice. I eventually decided to order an NOS Suntour Cyclone Mark II front derailleur from the '80s with a flat outer cage. It works like a champ, is much better looking than a modern derailleur (to me), and was only $10 more than a new Claris. I think I could have

[RBW] Re: 64cm Clem L ( should I preorder)

2020-05-23 Thread alfonsejr
Since you're asking, that probably means you "need" one; I'd order one if I didn't already have the 65 Clem H. Good luck! -- 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,

Re: [RBW] Re: WTB: Riv-ish Kids Bike (20")

2020-05-23 Thread Bob Keal
Hi Folks, Roberta, thanks for the lead! A CL bike is probably what I *should've* done, but I zeroed in on an orange Cleary Owl (20") based on Nathan's tips, and I found a shop in Haverford, PA (Mechanic Cycling) that does trade-ups for kids' bikes. Cleary also has a 3-speed conversion kit that I

[RBW] Re: WTB: Riv-ish Kids Bike (20")

2020-05-23 Thread Roberta
On Thursday, May 21, 2020 at 10:09:34 AM UTC-4, Bob K. wrote: > Hey Folks, > > > It's been a while since I've posted here. I hope you all are doing well > amidst all this chaos! > > > > I am in search of a Riv-ish 20" bike for my daughter. She's five and a half, > but she's tall for her age

[RBW] Re: 1x drivetrain question

2020-05-23 Thread Nick Payne
So the stock SRAM chain was long enough on the Atlantis without needing to add links? Nick On Saturday, 23 May 2020 19:01:24 UTC+10, Lithocarpus wrote: > > I just finished up installing the new 1x drivetrain today. I took it out > for a very short ride and love the gearing. Here's what I

[RBW] Re: WTB: Riv-ish Kids Bike (20")

2020-05-23 Thread 'j glenn' via RBW Owners Bunch
I need to remember to proofread better with Groups... both the the 16 and 20" bikes are second hand Trek Hotrocks. They are reasonably lightweight and my sons bike riding realy took off when I replaced his first heavy steel 16" bike with the Trek. Before the end of the world, I picked up a

[RBW] Re: WTB: Riv-ish Kids Bike (20")

2020-05-23 Thread 'j glenn' via RBW Owners Bunch
While not immediately relevant, I have a 70's 24" Fuji junior road bike, that looks like it will fit a 24" mountain bike wheel set and slicks. I haven't got as far as confirming that Dia-compe 750 centerpulls will reach but there are longer reach BMX brakes available if they don't. I've

[RBW] Re: Handlebar suggestions for Gus\Susie

2020-05-23 Thread Paul Y
Congrats :) I am struggling with the same question. I have 2 bars ready for my Susie when it arrives... 58cm bosco and 66cm bullmoose. I think I will put the bullmoose on first and change to the bosco if I find the bullmoose uncomfortable for very long rides. I also have a Ritchey P29-er