Re: [RBW] Shoes for winter riding

For quick trips around town I usually just wear hiking books--with wool socks, I'm plenty warm down into the teens. For longer rides, there's really nothing better than neoprene shoe covers. I went out for almost four hours today in 35 degree weather, wearing regular cycling socks, my Pearl Iz

Re: [RBW] Please help me find a Rosco Bubbe MMM!

I wish I still had mine to sell you Joe. I was at the lower end of ideal fit and moved it along. Good luck in your search. You might try posting on the San Francisco Craigslist. I’ve seen a couple of them in the wild over the last few years. Ray On Sunday, January 30, 2022 at 6:15:38 PM UTC-

Re: [RBW] WTB/WTT Wavie Bar + Stem

Thanks to the good folks on this list, I am now riding the wavie. And it feels so nice. On Thursday, January 13, 2022 at 6:58:29 AM UTC-8 The Snag wrote: > Trades are best but I'll entertain all offers. Let's talk off-list. > > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Go

Re: [RBW] Please help me find a Rosco Bubbe MMM!

Kai, thank you for sharing those photos of your Rosco. I love the custom ergo-grips! I appreciate hearing how much you like yours and I’ll be sure to never give up the search for one my size! Jared, if anyone reaches out to me with a large (too big for me) I’ll be sure to let you know. And than

[RBW] Re: FS: Seatposts - Nitto S65 Crystal Fellow (26.8), Thomson Elite (27.2)

Nitto post sold. On Sunday, January 30, 2022 at 3:58:09 PM UTC-8 Calvin Yolo wrote: > Was going to build a Roadini but ordered a Roadeo instead. Hence the Nitto > sale. It never came out of the box. > > The Thomson was used on my other road bike for one ride but I needed the > set-back version

[RBW] Re: Please help me find a Rosco Bubbe MMM!

Keep in mind that there is a run of Roscoe Bubbe Platypuses on the way. They will easily fit the same size or larger tire than the earlier MMM Three sizes, two colors. Ray On Sunday, January 30, 2022 at 5:31:30 PM UTC-8 duh...@gmail.com wrote: > Kai, > > Don't you have 2 of those Roscos? > >

[RBW] Re: Please help me find a Rosco Bubbe MMM!

Kai, Don't you have 2 of those Roscos? Thats my dream Rivendell so if you did want to at some point downsize I'd be happy to entertain the idea I'm sure there's a list of people who have said the same thing, but add my name to it if there's a sliver of possibility there. Joe, Good luck

[RBW] Re: Please help me find a Rosco Bubbe MMM!

People will try to tell you different, but the truth is there's no better bike in the world than Rosco Bubbe step through... Here's one of mine (of Will's design), probably too big for you- Rosco Good luck, never give up... -Kai On Sunday, Januar

[RBW] FS: Seatposts - Nitto S65 Crystal Fellow (26.8), Thomson Elite (27.2)

Was going to build a Roadini but ordered a Roadeo instead. Hence the Nitto sale. It never came out of the box. The Thomson was used on my other road bike for one ride but I needed the set-back version instead. There's one faint scratch from insertion/removal, otherwise it's basically new. 1. N

[RBW] SOLD! [Kelly green XL Kucharik LS merino wool jersey, full zip, NIP**, $110 shipped CONUS.]

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

Re: [RBW] Please help me find a Rosco Bubbe MMM!

Laing, thank you for the helpful info. It just further emphasizes how much this bike fits my search criteria at the moment. Please keep me in mind if you ever decide to sell! Ricky and Joe, thanks for the lifter strap idea! You might be seeing a photo here soon of my DIY version of that for my

[RBW] Re: Please help me find a Rosco Bubbe MMM!

I hesitate to add this because I don't want your WTB to get hijacked into an accessory discussion but let's try it: these folks in Oregon make a leather lift handle. If an MMM never pops up you could put this on a Platypus or Clem L. I think you would fit the 55cm Platy in Davis, plus member Do

[RBW] Re: Please help me find a Rosco Bubbe MMM!

I have a vague memory of Grant posting a series of pictures of homemade "lift tube" alternatives, including a bunch of duct(k) tape and maybe some leather and a twig? Does that sound familiar to anyone else? On Sunday, January 30, 2022 at 2:55:46 PM UTC-6 lconley wrote: > I got one of the seco

Re: [RBW] Re: Front Rack for Rambouillet

That is a great idea! Thanks! Ben On 1/27/2022 5:05 PM, iamkeith wrote: Don't forget to look through the cyclofiend photo archives.  There are lots of examples there. http://www.cyclofiend.com/rbw/rambouillet/index.html I settled on a nitto handlebar bag support, that riv used to sell, on my

Re: [RBW] Cold Weather Riding Gear

Leah, regarding sizing of Showers Pass jackets for womenaccording to their height/weight chart, I'd take a size large. However, after trying them on at REI, I found the XL (size 16) fits me best. I have room for layers and the large was too tight around the hips. If you want to wear wint

Re: [RBW] Roadini heavy?

Karl, I'll share my odd experience with 38mm tires. The bike came from Neal with 35mm tires that are if I remember correctly, Soma's version of Pasela's. They rode great and I was happy with them. I had a chance to try Rene Hearse extra light Barlow Pass 38mm tires and they felt...not right. I

[RBW] WTB/WTT I am looking for a 58cm double TT Appaloosa, I have an xl Susie

Frame/Fork would be ideal, entertaining any color my Susie is blue, I did a write up on it recently on the list: https://groups.google.com/g/rbw-owners-bunch/c/QWM8iW1_rZM/m/FDKnRwteAgAJ Cheers Andrew in Austin -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW O

Re: [RBW] Cold Weather Riding Gear

Thanks, Garth; since you praise this company and use their tights with satisfaction, I conclude that this Roubaix material is good stuff. Their jerseys look good and reasonably priced for the level of quality. I'll look again at that Specialized jersey as a light outer layer (at the nearby bike sh

Re: [RBW] Roadini heavy?

Jeff, How did the 38mm tires work out on the Roadini? I have the first generation/shipment Roadini (gray/silver color), and I did not think that the frame would allow 38c tires. Cheers, Karl On Sun, Jan 30, 2022 at 9:56 AM Jeff B wrote: > > I own a Roadini that I bought from the other Joe who r

Re: [RBW] Re: 55cm Platypus for sale Davis, CA

You would likely spend that much on a similar build. The current price on those frames is $1650 Ray On Sunday, January 30, 2022 at 9:30:35 AM UTC-8 care...@gmail.com wrote: > > Is >$3k the going price for these models? I realize it's has high end > components but so do other Rivs. Since I s

Re: [RBW] Roadini heavy?

I own a Roadini that I bought from the other Joe who replied in the thread. I wouldn't consider my Roadini heavy, for what it is. I've certainly built lighter bikes for customers including an S-Works Utralight Tarmac, which tipped the scale just under 13lbs. I ride a 54 Roadini at 5'11" but alw

Re: [RBW] Re: 55cm Platypus for sale Davis, CA

Is >$3k the going price for these models? I realize it's has high end components but so do other Rivs. Since I suddenly became old and developed arthritic knees I'm interested in a step though/mixte model. My Ram must be worth a fortune. On Sunday, January 30, 2022 at 7:34:10 AM UTC-6 Bicyc

[RBW] Re: WTT 61cm Rivendell Toyo Atlantis

I'm also happy to trade the frame & fork or do another build On Sunday, January 30, 2022 at 9:32:24 AM UTC-6 exliontamer wrote: > [image: IMG_2298.jpg] > > > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group an

[RBW] WTT 61cm Rivendell Toyo Atlantis

Longshot, but I'm specifically looking for a 62cm Legolas, a 63cm Roadeo, or a 63-64cm Jitensha Ebisu All Purpose. The Atlantis is in great shape. It's currently setup with Simworks Getaround Bars, an 8 speed Sram trigger shifter, a vintage Suntour front ratcheting shifter, a Sugino Triple, Rich

[RBW] Wtb Paul Racers in silver or polished

Hello everyone, My tektros aren’t doing it for me on the Bleriot and I would like to get some Paul Racers. They are no longer listed on Paul’s web site which leads me to believe that they have been discontinued. I always seem to be late to the party on such things. Does anyone have a set they are w

Re: [RBW] Roadini heavy?

On Saturday, January 29, 2022 at 9:19:13 PM UTC-5 jmlmu...@gmail.com wrote: > Neal, > > I’m the one you sold the Roadini to and I’m happy to report that I’m > loving it! I swapped the 80mm stem for a 60mm and it put me in a slightly > more upright position which causes no pain whatsoever. Every

Re: [RBW] Cold Weather Riding Gear

Patrick, I haven't worn the Specialized jersey but by the description it uses a type of thermal Roubaix type fabric, which is a generic term that refers to a bi-component polyester, smooth on the outside and fleeced on the inside. Some brands use hollow fibers which greatly add to the insulatin

Re: [RBW] Re: 55cm Platypus for sale Davis, CA

I wonder why the seller doesn’t want his Platy. I can’t imagine anyone not wanting their Platy! Can someone on here please give it a good home and tell us all about it when you do? On Sunday, January 30, 2022 at 8:21:22 AM UTC-5 Johnny Alien wrote: > I think the sticker is just a sticker. For f

Re: [RBW] Re: 55cm Platypus for sale Davis, CA

I think the sticker is just a sticker. For fun. Same as the Riv folks put on their bikes. On Saturday, January 29, 2022 at 11:53:55 PM UTC-5 Ahmed Elgasseir wrote: > Sorry folks. The updated pic should be non portal creating. :-) > > A > > On Sat, Jan 29, 2022 at 8:43 PM wrote: > >> I can tell

[RBW] Re: Roadini heavy?

Hi Ezra, I have a 61 cm Roadini and I would say that this bike feels more stiff and responsive to steering than my AHH. I have 33 mm tires on the Roadini and 38 mm on the AHH so that probably contributes. I ride the Roadini on pavement, gravel and trails without hesitation. I live in Michigan s

[RBW] Re: Cold Weather Riding Gear

This morning it is 5°F as I finish my coffee and cereal before showering to ride to work. I'll dress with pieces I have in combinations to suit the cold start. >From the outside in, starting on the upper body is a Hilltrek Braemar Ventile anorak, a Patgonia windstopper front vest, a Patagonia E

Re: [RBW] Shoes for winter riding

Sounds like you’re going in the right direction. There are also toe and hand warmers—you expose to air and the chemical reaction releases heat—and battery powered heated socks. On Sunday, January 30, 2022 at 3:15:04 AM UTC-5 Kushan wrote: > Hi Bruce - > > Thanks for that insight. I went for

Re: [RBW] Shoes for winter riding

Hi Bruce - Thanks for that insight. I went for a long ride today in mid-thirties. I was wearing mid-weight wool sucks under thick wool socks inside rubber soled shoes. I was pretty comfortable for the first two hours but then my toes and balls of my feet started to get extremely cold. By the t