[RBW] Re: Anyone interested in a Ride in NJ in October?

I'd be in. I just did part of the the Henry Hudson Trail on Saturday and it was great. M On Sunday, September 20, 2020 at 8:42:47 PM UTC-4 Dave S wrote: > NYC peeps can pick up the henry hudson trail or the edgar felix bikepath > almost directly from the train stations. Both are somewhat sce

[RBW] Re: Anyone interested in a Ride in NJ in October?

I would be interested, depending on the weekend. Planning to do the Nutmeg Nor'Easter in CT the weekend of 10/24 and of course Halloween is blocked off for the kiddo. Possibly 10/17 or 10/10? I'll be coming from Brooklyn, can meet up wherever. The Seastreak from Highlands is convenient for retu

Re: [RBW] Back In The Riv Saddle With A '98 Custom Starck-Riv

Beautiful, enjoy. On Monday, September 21, 2020 at 12:56:34 AM UTC-4 Andrew Letton wrote: > Lovely build, Paul! > Same year and color as my Riv Road: 1998 Rivendell Road > > > 1998 Rivendell Road > > Explore this photo album by le

Re: [RBW] Re: Weird sideways tilt on a brooks professional...any guesses?

Definitely have a similar tilt to both my current Brooks b17. One saddle actually has a bent rail from a trip over the bars but I really don't notice the asymmetry when riding On Friday, September 18, 2020 at 2:38:43 PM UTC-4 James Valiensi wrote: > HI, > Well used Brooks Saddles are never symm

Re: [RBW] Re: Seeking Riv literature on All Rounder

May I ask what's the rear hub spacing? 126 or 128.5? Thanks! John in PDX 于2020年9月19日周六 下午1:51写道： > Thanks for all the links and info. Here's a pic of the All Rounder in my > care. I'll be re-equipping it with more current components over time. > Golden Olive is the color. Very nice original o

[RBW] WTB: removable faceplate stem 60mm 70mm 80mm 26.0

in search of a removable faceplate stem 60mm / 70mm / 80mm with a 26.0 clamp. open to quill stems or threadless. let me know if you have one for sale. thanks! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group

Re: [RBW] Re: Weird sideways tilt on a brooks professional...any guesses?

Hey! I have a leg length discrepancy of about 10-15mm. Ive tried different things but im currently riding a 165mm crank for my shorter leg and a 177mm crank for my longer leg (Rene Herse Cranks). Ive only experimented with this on one bike which I ride clipless. I also always have the saddle

Re: [RBW] FS - 58cm Joe Appaloosa Disc Brakes

Price drop! $2300 shipped! On Monday, August 31, 2020 at 12:44:39 PM UTC-7 eric swain wrote: > > https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/16fE_npofU5Pz_KcFwU1uh8OfxvadUyJ5?usp=sharing > > Ok, think I got it. Let me know if this works. Thanks for your patience! > > On Saturday, August 29, 2020 at 10

Re: [RBW] Back In The Riv Saddle With A '98 Custom Starck-Riv

I love that color. The bottom bracket looks low. Had Grant started to use the 80mm of drop then or is it just the angle of the picture? On Monday, September 21, 2020 at 10:11:47 AM UTC-4 Joel wrote: > Beautiful, enjoy. > > On Monday, September 21, 2020 at 12:56:34 AM UTC-4 Andrew Letton wrote

Re: [RBW] Re: Your lockable commuter thread

Well said Carl. Well said. On Fri, Sep 18, 2020 at 4:24 PM tuolumne bikes wrote: > >> With apologies to anyone that's already seen enough of Herbie on > Instagram. All that's left of his original life is headset, fork and frame. > The original equipment was five speed indexed. Now it's solid sev

Re: [RBW] Re: New Roadini day + request for a good looking crankset recommendation

It's sweet, but then there are so many sweet products. It's just fun to have a bike you love! Abraham www.abrahamnussbaum.com On Fri, Sep 18, 2020 at 4:17 PM Ash wrote: > Da Vinci crank indeed looks like a very high quality product. > > On Thursday, 17 September 2020 at 10:23:28 UTC-7 abraham

[RBW] Re: Seeking Riv literature on All Rounder

Here's a link to all back issues of the Reader, compiled by a RBW customer. http://notfine.com/rivreader/ (Another) John in Portland On Wednesday, September 16, 2020 at 7:21:04 AM UTC-7 John in PDX wrote: > Have taken custodianship of a Rivendell All Rounder outed on iBob > recently. One of

[RBW] ISO/WTB: Special Screw for Gilles Berthoud Decaleur

Hi all, I'm looking to pick up one of these: https://berthoudcycles.fr/en/892-special-screw-for-gb-d%C3%A9caleur-type-h-%C3%B87-100.html Please contact me if you have and are looking to sell. Cheers, Jeff -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owner

[RBW] Re: Back In The Riv Saddle With A '98 Custom Starck-Riv

Riv Road bike day! What a great looking pair of classic Rivs. Paul, congratulations on your acquisition. Best, Rich in ATL On Sunday, September 20, 2020 at 8:59:10 PM UTC-4 Paul Brodek wrote: > Took a little while, but I finally landed Ray Foss' '98 Custom Starck-Riv > Road frameset. Ray got i

[RBW] Back In The Riv Saddle With A '98 Custom Starck-Riv

That's a terrific looking vintage Riv Custom! Good job on the pics with that white background. Paul in Dallas who had a blue 1999 Riv Custom built new for me and wishes he had it back. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To uns

[RBW] FS: Pair of Schwalbe "Little Big Ben" Tires

700x38 in a cool, reddish color. Very lightly used. Came on a bike and were removed almostly immediately and replaced with other tires. Wire bead. $40 shipped in the CONUS. --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com Insta: @CampyOnlyGuy YouTube: YouTube.com/CampyOnlyGuy -- You received this mess

Re: [RBW] Back In The Riv Saddle With A '98 Custom Starck-Riv

Thanks, all! I'm happy with how it turned out. I was in such a rush to put it together that I forgot to measure the bb drop and the standover height. The bb drop does look large/low, I figured without even measuring that if I tried 650b wheels I'd be scraping pedals pretty easily, since the fra

[RBW] KOMA bike light or similar?

Apologies if this is off-topic, but I thought since Riv and Blue Lug are so closely tied, it might be appropriate. Blue Lug recently advertised these KOMA lights that they are selling on the global site: https://global.bluelug.com/bl-select-koma-light-rear-black.html I really appreciate the sim

Re: [RBW] KOMA bike light or similar?

I'll be interested if there is a cheaper way to get these in the US. Would shipping in bulk -- say 10 people ordered 2 each -- bring the per-unit shipping cost down to a manageable level? The Secula tail lights bolt to rack bosses, too. I find though that lights attached this way often rotate out

[RBW] Re: FS 61 cm Bleriot

That's a great deal, good luck on the sale. Bleriots are great riding bikes, mine has 42mm on it and it is a great ride. On Monday, September 21, 2020 at 11:09:57 AM UTC-4, Mike Godwin wrote: > > Hi Folks > > Sorry for the cross post for those of you that read the ibob list as well. > > I bought

Re: [RBW] KOMA bike light or similar?

You guys are too good! And FAST! This is why I knew posting here would be my best bet. Steve -- I think you're right. That light looks identical. Thank you for the connection. Patrick -- That would have been a great idea and you would have been able to count on me to facilitate, but I think gi

[RBW] Re: FS 61 cm Bleriot

I'll be passing through SLO in the next few day from SF to LA, then LA to SF if someone in either city would like it couriered... On Monday, September 21, 2020 at 10:52:57 AM UTC-7 Joel wrote: > That's a great deal, good luck on the sale. Bleriots are great riding > bikes, mine has 42mm on it a

[RBW] Recommendation for a modern mountain bike?

Hi everyone, I'm thinking about buying myself a new mountain bike, to complement my Rivendell and my vintage mtb commuter that is as old as I am. I was wondering what people on here might recommend. I want to spend between $700 and $1700. I want to be able to bunny-hop, hit trails, drop it in t

Re: [RBW] KOMA bike light or similar?

I’d like to see the follow ups to this I have been looking for a daytime flasher On Monday, September 21, 2020 at 2:07:48 PM UTC-4 Ray wrote: > You guys are too good! And FAST! This is why I knew posting here would be > my best bet. > > Steve -- I think you're right. That light looks identica

[RBW] Re: Recommendation for a modern mountain bike?

I picked up a Kona Honzo ST in August. Its definitely not a Riv, but I can attest that it is very fun and will permit more aggressive riding. My Toyo Atlantis can generally handle the same trails with my knees / elbows bent, but the Honzo is faster on them. On Monday, September 21, 2020 at 1

[RBW] Re: Recommendation for a modern mountain bike?

That looks amazing! I forgot to mention I'm in NYC and planning on riding in the countryside (Adirondacks/Mohawk Valley). M On Monday, September 21, 2020 at 3:22:07 PM UTC-4 nus...@gmail.com wrote: > I picked up a Kona Honzo ST in August. Its definitely not a Riv, but I can > attest that it i

[RBW] Re: Weird sideways tilt on a brooks professional...any guesses?

You might want to pick up some Nite-Ize rubberized bungees to help you hang that bike a little bit more delicately. Also you may want to put some leather conditioner on the brooks to see if it can be adjusted more smoothly. Just some suggestions. Good luck. m On Monday, September 21, 2020 at

[RBW] Re: RBW's Banana Sax with inside flap for security is available.

I recently got a gray Banana Sax. When attach it to the saddle though back of my thigh hits the bag when I peddle. Is common? or maybe it varies with the rider's height/seat post length? After a while it get a bit annoying. This bag is great for using in the front. Looks like it will last

[RBW] Re: Recommendation for a modern mountain bike?

The Surly Karate Monkey is a fun bike. I have a 1st generation, that has older style geometry (steeper head angle, lower BB) and it's a fun bike for all around riding. For trails, I would prefer the new Karate Monkey, which has more modern MTB geometry (slack head angle, long front center).

Re: [RBW] Re: Bluelug/Nitto Losco Bar

lost your ooomph? Oh my goodness JOE. are you sandbagging ? I don't get a complete picture, had to zoom way in on those pics. But your bombadil!! It's like wall-e and EVE i so love it. bravo!! On Sun, Sep 20, 2020 at 8:17 PM Joe Bernard wrote: > Roberta, > > I have these on my Bombadil w

Re: [RBW] Recommendation for a modern mountain bike?

Hi Michael, Analog has a write-up on the Unit. (And what a great price!) They are always worth a browse - they have so many great bikes and ideas and randomly edifying things about the Melvin’s, etc I’ve got the surly ecr. It can tackle anything and is very comfortable- but it is such a tank. If

[RBW] Re: Recommendation for a modern mountain bike?

Niner Air 9 is at the upper end of your price range, if you're looking new: https://ninerbikes.com/products/air-9?variant=32890770784365 I've had one for probably 10 years and it's one of my favorite bikes ever, along with my Rivs. Light, nimble, can convert to single speed if you want. Otherwi

[RBW] Re: Bluelug/Nitto Losco Bar

Garth and Joe, Thanks for confirming that the rise is less than the Albatross. Not exactly what I wanted to hear. But perhaps the bike has a taller headtube that would make up for this. Or, get one of those super-duper tall stem that BBDD loves on her Clem L. But, I understand they are sold

Re: [RBW] Re: Recommendation for a modern mountain bike?

I've long been a steel guy, but I'm very happy with my aluminum Ragley Marley. It rides as well as most of my steel bikes did, and it's lighter and cheaper. The new geo is spectacular downhill and in otherwise sketchy situations. The best bang for the buck I see right now is: https://www.chainrea

[RBW] Re: Anyone interested in a Ride in NJ in October?

I cannot make it 10/10 and Justin can make it only on 10/10 or 10/17, so how does 10/17 sound to everyone? I'm assuming that whoever didn't note a date is probably fine with most dates and we can hope most can come? To me, all trails within an easy commute for everyone are fine. Michael

Re: [RBW] Re: RBW's Banana Sax with inside flap for security is available.

All Carradice-type saddlebags (and Rivendell's are all variations on this theme) gently nuzzle the backs of your thighs as you pedal; I quickly got used to it. But you can make a standoff out of PVC pipe or a piece of scrap wood. On Mon, Sep 21, 2020 at 1:59 PM Ash wrote: > I recently got a gray

[RBW] Re: Anyone interested in a Ride in NJ in October?

The east west portion (along Raritan Bay) covers the same area as the Cranbury 200K. The view from the Highlands is nice especially if it is a clear day. 10/17 sounds good to me. John Hawrylak Woodstown NJ -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Own

Re: [RBW] KOMA bike light or similar?

I agree that ordering from Jitensha is the easier option. That's what I'll do. On Mon, Sep 21, 2020 at 12:07 PM Ray wrote: > You guys are too good! And FAST! This is why I knew posting here would be > my best bet. > > Steve -- I think you're right. That light looks identical. Thank you for > the

[RBW] Re: A plug for the new Wooly Warm vest

I agree. It just started dipping down enough that I can wear mine on brisk morning rides. It is rather wonderful. Stretches over a Pendleton button down and looks great, super comfy. The only bummer is it will take wearing time away from last year's sweater, and my Filson vest. Guess I'll just

[RBW] Re: FS: NIB Selle Anatomica X2 Saddle, Oxblood/Silver

Apologies if this is a re-post, have been trying to get it to post here but it seems to disappear PB On Monday, September 21, 2020 at 8:02:42 PM UTC-4, Paul Brodek wrote: > > NIB Selle Anatomica X2 Saddle, Oxblood/Silver: $100 shipped conti USA, > paypal G/S > > I got this new/unused from th

[RBW] Re: Any brazer interested in reinforcing a rear rack for KOF bike?

I'm a brazer!! (superheroic voice), but I'm not sure how to get the waggle out of that rack with only one point of contact up top. It could be reinforced easily, but that would just make it a stronger lever when it's leveraging on your frame. What I would do is make it have some weird looking b

[RBW] Re: Anyone interested in a Ride in NJ in October?

What kind of rides is everyone interested in? What distances do you have in mind? Here are some thoughts right off the top of my head: The only scenic section of the Henry Hudson Trail is the very short section between Atlantic Highlands and Highlands. So, a nice ride could be to start from Atl

Re: [RBW] Re: Any brazer interested in reinforcing a rear rack for KOF bike?

Thanks, Kai. I talked to Stephen Bilenky this afternoon, and I am hoping that I can ship him the rack and have him make me a better one with the same attachment points, stainless, less bulky, and of course stiffer. He has a very long lead time -- December, he said -- but perhaps I'll buy a stainles

[RBW] Re: Bluelug/Nitto Losco Bar

Hi Roberta and Kim the Flowerfang! Yeah I've been draggin` hard the last 6 weeks or so. First the smoke then I tweaked my back lifting this way when I should have lifted that way..it’s been one damn thing after another this year! But I'm on the mend and my oomph should be back soon. I gotta fin

[RBW] Re: Anyone interested in a Ride in NJ in October?

I would perfer the Hudson Trail area. Sandy Hook sounds nice. I think Mt Mitchell Overlook is a nice view with the climb coming from the west. Is parking available??? John Hawrylak Woodstown NJ . On Monday, September 21, 2020 at 8:22:18 PM UTC-4, Bob Ehrenbeck wrote: > > What kind of rides i

Re: [RBW] Re: Bluelug/Nitto Losco Bar

I can hardly wait ! On Mon, Sep 21, 2020 at 5:49 PM Joe Bernard wrote: > Hi Roberta and Kim the Flowerfang! > > Yeah I've been draggin` hard the last 6 weeks or so. First the smoke then > I tweaked my back lifting this way when I should have lifted that way..it’s > been one damn thing after ano

[RBW] Who Wants to Play "Name that Drivetrain Noise?"

Some context: put a new wheel on my Appaloosa a few days ago. New wheel, all other parts of the drivetrain the same. A few minutes into the first ride around the block, I heard a ping from the rear of the drivetrain. Stopped to see if the chain was off. Nope. Got on and didn't hear it aga

Re: [RBW] Who Wants to Play "Name that Drivetrain Noise?"

New spokes automatically establishing tension equilibrium? All my new rear wheels "ping" occasionally for the first few miles. If it's more than episodic or if it continues beyond the first ride or 2, then there is probably more to it. On Mon, Sep 21, 2020 at 7:41 PM Litho wrote: > Some context

[RBW] Re: Who Wants to Play "Name that Drivetrain Noise?"

Call me crazy but in the vid to my ears it actually sounds like chain slack, slapping taught, more of a slap than a ping. Engaagement looks good. I'm sure in person its different to hear. Sorry I don't have any suggestions. Just giving my observation. best of luck On Monday, September 21, 2020

[RBW] Re: Who Wants to Play "Name that Drivetrain Noise?"

It's every time I'm on the bike, now. It's occasional under normal riding, but typically happens if I slow down, coast, or backpedal. I took a slow motion video of the chain when the pinging happens to see if it's sticking or suddenly releasing slack, but if it is, I don't see it. On Monda

Re: [RBW] KOMA bike light or similar?

Ron's Bikes started selling them recently also, but appears to be currently out of stock. https://ronsbikes.com/products/japan-tail-light?_pos=2&_sid=292ee306a&_ss=r&variant=33031174422616 I'm a big fan of these lights and have been using them for years(via BlueLug). I have one mounted on the rea

[RBW] Re: Who Wants to Play "Name that Drivetrain Noise?"

Here are my questions: 1. Why did you put a new rear wheel on your Appaloosa? 2. What rear hub is on your new rear wheel? 3. In the youtube video you aim the camera at the cassette but don't show what you are doing at the input. What are you doing at the input? I think you are backpedalling a

[RBW] Re: Who Wants to Play "Name that Drivetrain Noise?"

Howdy Bill, 1. I upgraded to a new wheel set that included beefier rims and a dyno up front. This is an upgrade from the Silver / Alex that came stock on the Appaloosas. I'm also in conversation with the builder, but we are on other sides of the country so I'm trying to crowd source some ide

[RBW] Re: Riv Pics with Special Effects

I thought you were in front of a Turkish consulate, specific to Texas. Really cool images. On Monday, September 21, 2020 at 6:09:33 PM UTC-7, Paul in Dallas wrote: > > Well, not a Riv, it's my wife's Electra that has 700c wheels.(I think most > of these pedal forward design type Electras or Tr

[RBW] Re: Who Wants to Play "Name that Drivetrain Noise?"

OK, you answers are all as I expected. I don't like the idea of six pawls. It's what we call an overdetermined system. The idea with six pawls is that each carry 1/6th of the load, but in order for that to happen, the machining has to be absolutely positively perfect. The hardness of pawls

Re: [RBW] Re: Any brazer interested in reinforcing a rear rack for KOF bike?

Patrick is the front rack based on the dimensions of the first fork or the replacement fork? Mike SLO CA On Monday, September 21, 2020 at 5:42:47 PM UTC-7, Patrick Moore wrote: > > Thanks, Kai. I talked to Stephen Bilenky this afternoon, and I am hoping > that I can ship him the rack and have

[RBW] WTB / WTT: 10cm Nitto DirtDrop (MT-10) / 25.4 clamp

hi gang I'm seeking one of the Nitto DirtDrop riser stems, preferably the longer 10cm extension. There seem to have been many variants on this classic, but I'm definitely looking for the "Riv"-style / long quill riser. But most crucially, I want the 25.4 bar clamp size. Apparently I've colle

[RBW] Re: Who Wants to Play "Name that Drivetrain Noise?"

Thank you, Bill. You got me to open the freehub again and remove all of the pawls and springs. I tried to put it back with 3 pawls, but the retaining ring wouldn't hold just three of them in place very well. They were flopping all over the place and had so much play that the return springs d

[RBW] Re: RBW's Banana Sax with inside flap for security is available.

Acorn Bags has an elegant solution to the problem: A cylindrical leather stand-off and strap. https://www.acornbags.com/products/leather-stand-off-with-strap One of the few of their products that is *not* sold out. You could do the same with a toe strap and a piece of PVC pipe, as Patrick sugges