[RBW] Re: Photos and details of my 1995 Riv Road Standard build

Very nice build. As a fellow '95 Road rider, I share your enthusiasm for this bike's riding characteristics. 26" was used by RBW a couple of times to get better geometry in smaller size frames. It works. Hope you enjoy many miles on yours! On Tuesday, May 3, 2022 at 7:52:32 PM UTC-5 Adrianna

[RBW] Re: Jim 7 speed cassette on a triple

As long as you're within the total capacity of the RD it could work with one of those Wolf Tooth derailleur hanger extensions, called a Roadlink I think. Others make them, but Wolfies and Wheels Mfg I know for sure use a stainless steel bolt, while the other use aluminum. The Wolfie helps to c

[RBW] Re: A love letter to stainless steel water bottles

+1 for Bivo, I'm really enjoying mine. However, I did get the raw stainless and ejected one out of a Ti King Cage on a gravel descent. If you're riding rough stuff the silicon coated might be a better option, though I've never felt on in-hand. On Wednesday, May 4, 2022 at 4:29:34 PM UTC-7 weste

[RBW] Re: A love letter to stainless steel water bottles

Andrew, Did you buy the raw or the coated version. How are they noise wise on a bumpy road? I tried Kleen Kanteen a few years back and the clatter annoyed my a lot -- but I thimnk thatmight have been the less than optimal fit in my metal cages. Thanks for the review -- it's always interestin

[RBW] Jim 7 speed cassette on a triple

Any one know if a 7 speed 42 would work with a long cage silver triple? Or is it only compatible with a wide double? Thanks Samuel Sent from my iPhone -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and st

[RBW] Re: Hub Play

I recently came across this video which is a good visual for how to fix for this issue: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HuH80YRPFuM On Monday, January 31, 2022 at 9:04:40 PM UTC-5 John Rinker wrote: > > My hub play issue is solved. After speaking w

[RBW] FS: derailers - Rapid Rise & high normal vintage RDs, Paul Cantis, Racers, Canti Levers, Skewers, and various other parts

Hi, folks. I'm in a spring cleaning mode and want to lighten my overflowing parts bin for builds and bikes I have dreamed about but that have not materialized. I'm super excited about Rivendell's low normal RD that's in development. I'm a huge fan of Rapid Rise and have exclusively run low nor

Re: [RBW] A love letter to stainless steel water bottles

I just posted on the Boblist asking where to get 32-oz Nalgene bottles with screw-on caps that fit bottle cages, but your post reminds me of stainless steel and so I ask, why bother even with Nalgene plastic? Does anyone know of a stainless steel bottle of at least 28 fl oz capacity but better 32

[RBW] A love letter to stainless steel water bottles

I came across this company a couple weeks ago and bought 2, and thought I'd share. https://drinkbivo.com/ I've used both plastic (Purist) and stainless (Klean Kanteen) bottles in the past but the Purist inevitably get funky, leaves an aftertaste despite the hype, and

Re: [RBW] Photos and details of my 1995 Riv Road Standard build

Wow your bike is gorgeous!! The Elk Pass tires are really nice. My primary concern about getting thinner wheels was that I live in San Francisco, where I've fallen way too many times into street car tracks especially when it's raining, so these feel like a good size. This is the lightest and

Re: [RBW] Photos and details of my 1995 Riv Road Standard build

Oh, and if you get flats on those Elk Passes, do consider using sealant before switching to a heavier, more sluggish tire. I ride amongst goatheads and with 1 to 1.5 fl oz of Orange Seal in my tubes (I use extra light -- 70 gram -- 650C X 21 or 26" X 1" -- the very lightest and skinniest) and I rar

[RBW] Re: WTB/ISO: Carradice or other Saddle Bag

David: I have a well used Baggins Hobo bag (8 liters) or a very lightly used Zimbale (11 liters) that is a knock-off of Carradice. Let me know if either fits the bill, & can send photos. dougP On Tuesday, May 3, 2022 at 6:37:12 PM UTC-7 Brendan Willard in SF wrote: > I have a Carradice Barle

Re: [RBW] Re: That new rear derailer

Not sure if this is the answer you are looking for. I removed my 9 spd Altus and replaced it with a 9spd Shimano XT rapid rise derailuer. I'm using Microshift 9 speed indexing thumb shifters that work great with11- 36 cassette Front derailuer is friction. Silver 38×24 cranks I did not have to do an

[RBW] Re: Craigslist (and others) Bikes For Sale: 3

Still working out the details on the 68 Rambouillet, but here's it before I put a S84 post, B68 (raised the stem a bit, but my sit bones are wide enough to get down with the width), and a new 11-28 cassette on this morning. https://photos.app.goo.gl/PgRmHczNNTkrGCra7 I'd like to thank Matthew fo

[RBW] Re: That new rear derailer

Not to belabor the point - but... My question was not "Will the new derailer index?". My question was "How many people that disdain rapid rise have actually tried it?" Based on my experience using drivetrain components not matched [or not quite matched] for each other, I am not likely to try in

Re: [RBW] Re: Mid-80 steel frames that could be Roadini standins

Just finished reading through and congrats, yankeebird, on nailing down a bike. I left a note in the For Sale thread but will repeat the request here: Please share some pics! I could use some soothing after the trauma of the mismatched tires, only rear fender and those bars On Tuesday, May 3,

Re: [RBW] Re: Craigslist (and others) Bikes For Sale: 3

Congrats, Yankeebird, that sounds like a score. Please share some pics once you have it all tuned up! On Tuesday, May 3, 2022 at 6:56:28 PM UTC-4 Yankeebird wrote: > I got the NH Ram! The handlebars were just a test platform for another > project, the Nitto drops are on it know. The write-up wa

[RBW] Re: Caught on Film

Laing, The Volkswagen is from 1958, so post barndoor (3/50 thru 3/55) but still "early" but most standards. Thanks for taking notice. Jared On Wednesday, May 4, 2022 at 8:35:52 AM UTC-7 Miles wrote: > Really good stuff Ariel! Lets get some rides in soon! > > On Wednesday, May 4, 2022 at 1:24:

[RBW] Re: Photos and details of my 1995 Riv Road Standard build

It's a beauty, Adriana! I love the color scheme...like the flags of Ukraine and Sweden. Congratulations. May it bring you a lifetime of joy! #RivSisters, Joyce On Wednesday, May 4, 2022 at 9:15:44 AM UTC-7 Greg J wrote: > Congrats, Adriana! Beautiful color on that bike, and a nice sensib

[RBW] Re: Photos and details of my 1995 Riv Road Standard build

Congrats, Adriana! Beautiful color on that bike, and a nice sensible build! best, Greg/Oakland On Wednesday, May 4, 2022 at 5:15:14 AM UTC-7 Ryan wrote: > Oh...I'm glad it worked out for you and you like the bike! I love the > splash of yellow; it's so cheerful. Matches the buttery smooth r

[RBW] Re: Caught on Film

Really good stuff Ariel! Lets get some rides in soon! On Wednesday, May 4, 2022 at 1:24:05 AM UTC-7 realgo...@gmail.com wrote: > > Hey all, > > Been meaning to post some pictures of our rides on film from the last > year. Our first year living and running our own business in San Luis Obispo > h

[RBW] Re: FS: NEW Honjo H80N fenders with struts.

SOLD On Saturday, April 30, 2022 at 12:52:10 PM UTC-4 Igor wrote: > https://imgur.com/a/vZA9grU > > H80N fenders with u-struts. No other hardware. $90 shipped > > Thanks, > igor > ann arbor, mi > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" gr

[RBW] Re: Hillibikes are so close!

Wally, sounds like what my Susie is going to be! The Tumbleweed rack should work out perfect! I have mounted one to a standard rear spaced bike as well as a new boost rear. They are a great rack. I just loaned mine to my cousin for the Colorado trail this summer or I’d be using it. Still might i

[RBW] Re: Hillibikes are so close!

Valerie, that is exciting but definitely doesn’t help the wait! Haha. My Susie will be replacing my current bike. I only build one at a time in hopes to find one that I really enjoy more than any other. I have a feeling the Susie will be a keeper though. I have a Pass and Stow rack for the fro

[RBW] Re: Caught on Film

This was such a fun thread. Thanks so much for the photos and stories. That’s the winning combination. I love that you are a mixte family! #RivSisters, Leah On Wednesday, May 4, 2022 at 4:40:41 AM UTC-4 realgo...@gmail.com wrote: > > [image: 77960014.jpeg] > Spring, 2022. Tried to ride through t

[RBW] Re: Caught on Film

Is that a very early barndoor Type II? Laing On Wednesday, May 4, 2022 at 4:30:58 AM UTC-4 realgo...@gmail.com wrote: > [image: 04180019.jpeg] > Autumn/Early winter 2021, San Luis Obispo. Riding through the construction > zone Sunday shortcut. > [image: 04180017.jpeg] > > I like how to green o

[RBW] Re: Photos and details of my 1995 Riv Road Standard build

Oh...I'm glad it worked out for you and you like the bike! I love the splash of yellow; it's so cheerful. Matches the buttery smooth ride of those early Rivendells Hope you have many happy miles on it. On Tuesday, May 3, 2022 at 7:52:32 PM UTC-5 Adrianna T wrote: > Hi! > > Back in January I

[RBW] Re: Hillibikes are so close!

*Is anyone planning to tour with theirs?* Yep, my Gus will be a commuter/grocery-getter/bikepacker ride -the guS-UV. I'm planning on Tumbleweed racks for it. The TW racks are designed around modern wider hubs/frames, but I think it'll squeeze in OK to mount on a Gus. I've seen a pic of a T-ta