[RBW] Re: Items FS: Bridgestone RB-1, Albastache Bars, Stems, & more

75mm, 50/34 - $35 *SOLD* On Wednesday, March 23, 2022 at 9:32:13 PM UTC-4 Austin B. wrote: > *Updates...* > > *1989 Bridgestone RB-1 63cm - $450 - SOLD* > Details are in the Facebook post. Prefer a local sale but I will ship to > list members at buyer's expense. Can arrange a

[RBW] Re: Items FS: Bridgestone RB-1, Albastache Bars, Stems, & more

lamp - $40 *SOLD* Nitto Technomic, 100mm, 26.0 clamp (kinda scratched) - $15 *SOLD* VO Quill Stem, 90mm, 26.0 clamp - $20 Soma Layback Seatpost, Black, 27.2mm - $15 *SOLD* Shimano 105 Crankset, 175mm, 50/34 - $35 On Wednesday, March 16, 2022 at 12:32:53 PM UTC-4 Austin B. wrote: > *1989 Bridgesto

[RBW] Re: Items FS: Bridgestone RB-1, Albastache Bars, Stems, & more

D PENDING PICKUP* Nitto Technomic, 100mm, 26.0 clamp (kinda scratched) - $15 *SOLD PENDING PICKUP* VO Quill Stem, 90mm, 26.0 clamp - $20 Soma Layback Seatpost, Black, 27.2mm - $15 Shimano 105 Crankset, 175mm, 50/34 - $35 On Sunday, March 13, 2022 at 11:51:07 AM UTC-4 Austin B. wrote: > Update:

[RBW] Re: Items FS: Bridgestone RB-1, Albastache Bars, Stems, & more

PENDING PAYMENT* Nitto Technomic, 100mm, 26.0 clamp (kinda scratched) - $15 *SOLD PENDING PAYMENT* VO Quill Stem, 90mm, 26.0 clamp - $20 Soma Layback Seatpost, Black, 27.2mm - $15 Shimano 105 Crankset, 175mm, 50/34 - $35 On Sunday, March 13, 2022 at 8:54:56 AM UTC-4 Austin B. wrote: > Corr

[RBW] Re: Items FS: Bridgestone RB-1, Albastache Bars, Stems, & more

$35 On Sunday, March 13, 2022 at 8:53:10 AM UTC-4 Austin B. wrote: > Continuing the downsizing of my bike stable... > > *1989 Bridgestone RB-1 63cm - $450* > Details are in the Facebook post. Prefer a local sale but I will ship to > list members at buyer's expense. Can arrang

[RBW] Items FS: Bridgestone RB-1, Albastache Bars, Stems, & more

cratched) - $15 VO Quill Stem, 90mm, 26.0 clamp - $20 Soma Layback Seatpost, Black, 27.2mm - $15 Shimano 105 Crankset, 175mm, 50/34 - $35 Buyers pay shipping. Can combine multiple items. Thanks, Austin B. Sykesville, MD -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups

Re: [RBW] FS: 63cm Roadeo (at Westminster, MD Bike Swap 2/13)

n high school, > they are much more expensive in college. > > Patrick "only 1 child, but she's expensive!" Moore > > On Thu, Feb 10, 2022 at 6:18 PM Austin B. wrote: > >> Everyone, >> >> Doing some downsizing as my youngest is graduating HS in a co

[RBW] Re: Show Me Your Roadeo!

@Tim: Measurements from my 63cm Roadeo: HT length: 215mm Saddle Height: 83.5 Happy to take any other pics/measurements if you need. -Austin On Tuesday, September 21, 2021 at 5:19:43 PM UTC-4 MCT wrote: > Tim, > > I missed the saddle height question. My saddle height is 81.5cm. > > Matt in

[RBW] Re: Show Me Your Roadeo!

deo would provide that. >>> >>> @Calvin, good for you on taking the plunge. You must be excited!! >>> Although the Roadeo is technically not custom Mark Nobilette is a custom >>> builder and talking to a local one man ship he told me most everyone is one >

[RBW] Re: Cycling apps for Apple Watch

I use the built-in Apple Workouts app and then sync it with Strava. Works great. -Austin On Wednesday, June 30, 2021 at 12:21:41 PM UTC-4 Robert Hakim wrote: > I really like Ride With GPS! > Pretty similar to strava, but it doesn't have the KOM/social competitive > features that strava ships w

[RBW] Re: FS: Nitto Bars, Tallux Stem, Tektro Brakes

All items are sold. On Monday, March 15, 2021 at 12:14:36 PM UTC-4 Austin B. wrote: > Tallux and Noodle are sold. > > All other items are pending. > > On Sunday, March 14, 2021 at 9:01:56 PM UTC-4 Austin B. wrote: > >> Tallux is sold. >> Noodle is pending. >>

[RBW] Re: FS: Nitto Bars, Tallux Stem, Tektro Brakes

Tallux and Noodle are sold. All other items are pending. On Sunday, March 14, 2021 at 9:01:56 PM UTC-4 Austin B. wrote: > Tallux is sold. > Noodle is pending. > > On Saturday, March 13, 2021 at 4:06:11 PM UTC-5 Austin B. wrote: > >> Cleaning out the parts bin of Riv-ish stu

[RBW] Re: FS: Nitto Bars, Tallux Stem, Tektro Brakes

Tallux is sold. Noodle is pending. On Saturday, March 13, 2021 at 4:06:11 PM UTC-5 Austin B. wrote: > Cleaning out the parts bin of Riv-ish stuff. Shipping (US only) is > additional. Local pickup in DC/Baltimore area is fine. > > Here's a link to pictures: https://

[RBW] FS: Nitto Bars, Tallux Stem, Tektro Brakes

46cm Nitto Noodle M177* *$45 - 46cm Nitto Mark's Bar M178* *$20 - 44cm Soma Hwy One* *$35 - 110mm Nitto Tallux Stem* *$25 - Tektro R539 F/R Brakeset* Thanks, Austin B. in MD -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group.

[RBW] Re: FS: 62cm Sam Hillborne F/F/HS

Sam is sold. On Wednesday, September 30, 2020 at 3:29:03 PM UTC-4 Austin B. wrote: > Forgot to post the link to pictures: > https://photos.app.goo.gl/veBprKW1PaSaxBiQA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To

[RBW] Re: FS: 62cm Sam Hillborne F/F/HS

Forgot to post the link to pictures: https://photos.app.goo.gl/veBprKW1PaSaxBiQA -- 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] FS: 62cm Sam Hillborne F/F/HS

Selling my Sam frame/fork/original headset & bottom bracket. - 62cm with the double top tube - Takes centerpull brakes (not included) - Purchased from RBW in 2016 Generally fine shape with a couple nicks. Little bit of amber shellac splatter where I got a little careless covering some N

[RBW] Re: Paul Mini Moto brakes

I run Minimotos on my BMW Monstercross and I really like them over cantis. I can fit the 43mm Panaracer Gravelking SKs under them. In the winter I put fenders on (45mm SKS) over 38mm Barlow Pass tires. The cable slightly touches one of the fenders, but it doesn't affect operation or safety. Th

[RBW] Re: Rene Herse Tires with tubes

I run Barlow Pass EL's tubed on my BMC Monstercross. No flats in two years. It rides like buttah. -Austin On Monday, June 15, 2020 at 9:37:46 AM UTC-4, Brady Smith wrote: > > I’ve been Herse-curious for a while, but have always decided against them > due to concerns about durability, especial

[RBW] Re: Favorite Rivendell model names?

Favorites: - Hunqapillar - Appaloosa Least Favorites: - Romulus - Roadeo - Roadini - "Hillibike" and related anagram names Maybe they should stay away from names beginning with "R" Austin in MD -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups

[RBW] Re: Just Pics from Your Good Ride Thread

It’s Memorial Day weekend. It’s officially too late for snow! -- 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: Brake lever preference with Nitto Noodles

I also use the IRD Drilliums on my Noodles and like them a lot. They have a button where you can open the brakes up more to remove a wider tire without deflating. The main reason I like them is they have a "thicker" feel between my thumbs and index finger when riding the hoods--but that may be

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

I generally only apply this approach when it comes to wheels and frame repair. My attempts to true a wheel only made it worse. Austin On Wednesday, May 13, 2020 at 6:23:48 PM UTC-4, Steve Palincsar wrote: > > A good rule to bear in mind is, if you don't know what you're doing maybe > you shou

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

My first attempt at installing a new crankset on a square-taper BB went as poorly as it could a few years back. The spindle lengths matter for what? Here's how it went (*Bold are actions I took*, *italics are my thoughts as best I can recall*): 1. *Shiny new drive-side crankset goes on the

Re: [RBW] Re: Photos of my Roadeo, set up for brevets

Some nice looking bikes on this thread! The White/Blue like John's seems to be a rarity--but it's such a nice combination. @Paul G: I'm also running the 46x30 VO crankset. I love that 46x30 gearing! It's currently paired with a lightweight Ultegra 11-28 cassette but I also have an 11-34 if I ex

[RBW] Re: Sam Hillborne Fork replacement

Wow--hope you weren't on the bike when THAT happened. And if you were I hope you're OK. Soma sells some 1" replacement forks. Here's a link to one but you'd have to go with canti posts and go to a threadless stem. https://www.somafabshop.com/shop/product/soma-fork-classic-curve-cx-trekking-3321?

Re: [RBW] Re: Group Riding / New Covid-19 World

No over the shoulder loogies applies at all times, not just during pandemics! And here's something that will eat up 8 minutes of your isolation if you've never seen it: The Backwards Bicycle Brain https://youtu.be/MFzDaBzBlL0 Cheers, Austin Sykesville, MD On Sunday, March 15, 2020 at 3:3

[RBW] Re: WTB Nitto Dirt Drop Stem 80mm, 26.0

orrible condition but they're never really too pretty to begin with. I can > send photos tonight when I can grab it from storage. I'd happily trade for > the technomic. > > On Wednesday, February 26, 2020 at 6:45:06 PM UTC-5, Austin B. wrote: >> >> Willing to buy

[RBW] WTB Nitto Dirt Drop Stem 80mm, 26.0

Willing to buy or trade for another stem: 70mm Technomic 110mm Tallux Thanks, Austin Sykesville, 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-ow

[RBW] Re: New ROADEO

So I own both a Roadeo and a BMC Monstercross amongst others. Road racing is not something I've ever done nor will ever do, so my comments below do not apply to that category. That said, the BMC Monstercross is actually a pretty road bike as well. Even Bill rated it a 5 as a road *racing* bike.

[RBW] Re: Favorite All-around Drive train?

John, I suspect you'll need a wider BB than the 107 that came with your Sam. A while back I tried to install a VO 46/30 on my Sam it the 107 and didn't work. Had I fully tighten the crank arm the 30t ring would've been touching the chainstay. I think VO specs a BB with a 118 width for their c

[RBW] Re: Ride report: Latvia, Estonia, Finland

Quite an adventure! Austin B. -- 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 discuss

[RBW] Re: 62 Sam Double Top Tube Builds

@Tom: I've a 93cm PBH, saddle height is 82cm. Just measured--standover is about 908mm with 42mm Cazaderos. @Reid: how do you like the 43mm Gravelkings? Austin -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group

Re: [RBW] Gus or Susie?/Threadless Weight vs Quill Weight?

Wolbis Slugstone -- 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 htt

[RBW] Re: Gus or Susie?/Threadless Weight vs Quill Weight?

I've no specific knowledge of either frame as I don't do that kind of riding. A better question might be where does a gap exist in your stable of bikes? (if you have 7 Riv's you may not have much/any gap). You cite the Hunq for the heavy loaded stuff and that you'll go load-free with no extrem

[RBW] Re: 62 Sam Double Top Tube Builds

@PaulS Someday maybe. I have Paul Minimoto's on my Black Mountain Monstercross and they are by FAR the best brakes I have ever used! Worth every penny. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop

[RBW] Re: 62 Sam Double Top Tube Builds

I've had a lot of different configurations for my 62 Sam. Current version is running Albastache bars. Wish it had canti's. Removing wide tires with the Tektro 559's is a pain. Lots of photos here: https://photos.app.goo.gl/LZDRZ23JhgI4lXd52 Austin -- You received this message because you are

[RBW] Re: It's getting to be that time of year again: Time to order stuff from Rivendell

bes, cables, several rolls of Newbaums, etc. Oh and I've been meaning to buy a bell forever but always forget to--so I picked up a copper Crane bell. I want some 1" headset spacers but they don't seem to sell them online. I'll give RBW a ring in a bit and see if they can a

[RBW] Re: Roadini Clearance

Agree with the others--fitting a 38 will largely be dependent on 1) the brake clearance and 2) actual size of the mounted tire. Realistically, there isn't THAT much difference between a 35 and a 38 and if you need more tire than that, you're probably at or exceeding the limits of what the frame

[RBW] Re: WTB 58 Sam Hillborne

Here's a 56 Sam for sale: https://washingtondc.craigslist.org/mld/bik/d/kensington-rivendell-sam-hillborne-56cm/7002400082.html -- 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: daily post ur riv

@j.schwartz That is a SWEET Appa you built up. Don't see too many of them with drops, but I like! Austin B. Sykesville, 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

[RBW] Re: Thoughts on gravel "races" and events

Well, first I would steer clear of any event which includes the word "race" in the title. For these organized gravel rides, part of it is the result of what RBW and BQ have been promoting for years--wider tires, offroad terrain. 10 years ago, "gravelbiking" it hardly existed, 5 years ago it wa

[RBW] Re: Fall Web Specials at Rivbike

Very glad I'm not the only one with an affliction for buying bikes I don't need! Austin Sykesville, 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-

[RBW] Build + Small Ride Report: Testing out my new Hillborne!

That is a NICE looking build! I especially approve of all that mud caked on the underside of the down tube. I too have my Sam set up off-roadish and with some black components. It’s great for offroad as long as you don’t load it up to heavily. Enjoy! Austin -- You received this message becau

[RBW] Re: RBW 25 -Atlantic side of things

I really like seeing these pics of the East Coast RBW meetup this weekend. Looks like some fun riding with nice views and makes me want to get out on my Sam. There's pretty good riding here in MD but not so much with long distance vistas at elevation. Austin -- You received this message beca

[RBW] Re: Charlie H Gallop!

Fullylugged wrote: "They usually kill off their best sellers in order to produce something more obscure that only the true faithful will find desirable." This is where I find myself scratching my head. I don't work in the bike industry, but I do work in product and have marketing experience. I

[RBW] Re: Brooks Cambium Stuffing

Ah, interesting. So on leather saddles it looks like it limits the stretching so it last longer. I don't know that there is much stretching to prevent on the Cambium saddles, but if enhances the ride I guess it makes sense. I wonder if it would help prevent the cracking that some Cambiums get?

[RBW] Re: Brooks Cambium Stuffing

Interesting, but I don't understand and have never seen this. What does the stuffing do? -- 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+un

[RBW] Re: 63cm Roadeo arrived from Seattle

Yes, they are definitely not Noodles or RH Rando Bars. Just had a good thought--since Mark built the bike up with Mark's Bars, I should check Mark's Staff Bikes page on Riv. Plenty of examples on his page with Mark's bars setup. https://www.rivbike.com/pages/marks-staff-bikes By my crude meas

[RBW] Re: 63cm Roadeo arrived from Seattle

35 miles out in the country on the Roadeo today and man, I like this bike more & more. So smooth and comfortable. I topped out at 45mph on one downhill. And I rode a dirt section of nearby Sam's Creek Road on it with no trouble--something I'd never have attempted on my RB-1 with 25mm rubber. I'

[RBW] Re: Charlie H Gallop!

What's in a name? Charlie Hustle is a nickname for Pete Rose Gallop is something a horse does I'll put my 2 cents in for a mostly tigged, cheaper roadish country bike to replace the Appaloosa and Sam. Modern Riv geo with long chainstays, sloping TT. Would they include centerpull brake mounts

[RBW] 63cm Roadeo arrived from Seattle

is bike). Some photos of what it looks like now. <https://photos.app.goo.gl/wsJpEBpmdgthfQYx5> Austin B Sykesville, 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,

[RBW] Re: Joe Appaloosa 700c to 650b via Paul motolite barkes

I'm wondering what you're looking to achieve. Appas take 55mm tires I think so I don't think you'll gain anything in tire width or more cush. Unless it's just that you want to tinker and see if it works for the fun of doing an experiment. Then I totally get why you're doing it! Best, Austin --

Re: [RBW] WTB: 63cm Roadeo (DC Area)

n seattle’s craigslist: > > > https://seattle.craigslist.org/est/bik/d/bellevue-rivendell-roadeo-63cm/6966376849.html > > Sky in new west > > On Aug 28, 2019, at 4:33 PM, Austin B. > > wrote: > > Hey all, > > If anyone has a 63cm Roadeo F/F/HS that isn't

[RBW] WTB: 63cm Roadeo (DC Area)

Hey all, If anyone has a 63cm Roadeo F/F/HS that isn't seeing use any more, I'm looking to buy one. I want a light but comfortable road bike with room for wider tires and the Roadeo will actually help me to consolidate my bike stable by n-1 and free up space in the garage. I'm located in the D

[RBW] Re: Coffee Grinder Question

That improvement you taste has less to do with hand grinding than it does 1) the consistency of the grind that comes from Burr grinding (Lido) vs. Blade grinding (Krups) and 2) the lack of heat generated by your Lido as compared to your high-speed Krups blade which can affect the taste. A decen

[RBW] Re: IRD Roller Drive Headset

https://store.somafab.com/irdrothhe.html - On sale for 20% off through tonight if you use the promo code LuckySagan. > -- 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, sen

[RBW] Re: New Frame Day! Almost a trade of a Black Mountain Road for a LEO

Glad to hear I'm not the only one with the consistent bike reconfiguration affliction, er, hobby. Trust me I do it, too. I sweat all those details to the extreme while I’m > doing the build. Then after I ride it a few times I remember that a pound > here or there doesn’t matter all that much i

[RBW] RBW Facebook Owners Bunch - Now Open Group?

27;t post or comment a ton, but I'm less inclined to do so with it open & visible to all. -Austin B Sykesville, 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 email

[RBW] Re: New Frame Day! Almost a trade of a Black Mountain Road for a LEO

It’s the Leo’s stack height that did it for me. I’m on a 62cm frame with a stack height of 636mm + 50mm of spacers + a VO tall stack stem. I’m at the top of my uncut 350mm steerer tube and my bars are still not quite level with my saddle. There aren’t too many XL frames out there that get the s

[RBW] Re: New Frame Day! Almost a trade of a Black Mountain Road for a LEO

^THIS^ is great stuff and is the answer to my "nuanced" questions I asked a couple posts ago. I'm not fast my most standards, but sometimes like to ride fast without being in a hurry (because as Jan H. says "Riding fast is fun"). Occasionally, I just want to push it and want the bike to to respo

[RBW] Re: Smokey with a chance of Scattered Showers

Thanks Patrick. Talking less weight on the rim with the Steliacoms--what were you running that you're comparing them to? And long sleeves? It's almost July! You must be at a high elevation. -Austin On Thursday, June 21, 2018 at 5:07:27 PM UTC-4, Deacon Patrick wrote: > > In which the smoke o

[RBW] Testing and Learning with Sam Hillborne...unexpected results

I swapped the Cazaderos and Albastaches on my Sam and put it back into stripped down pavement mode, with Compass Bon Jon’s and drop bars, largely for the purpose testing a quill stem adapter + threadless stem for possible use on a new 61cm Roadini (it’s orange!!) where I’ll be transferring c

[RBW] Re: 58 Appaloosa Build (a tale of two bike frames)

Very nice build--that blue is gorgeous! This might be one of the most roadish Joe builds I've seen. I've not seen many run Barlow's or Drop Bars on them. Goes to show the versatility of these frames. Another option: Rather than keep the 55, you could sell the frame and use the proceeds to pick

[RBW] Re: Notes on a new Sam Hillborne, Albastache handlebars, and on being "fast enough"

Similar story with my 62cm Sam. Noodles on a 90mm stem left me feeling stretched out no matter the bar height. Then I picked up an 80mm stem and an Albastache bar and it was glorious! I have it set up as my offroad trail bike with 42mm knobbies. -Austin Sykesville, MD -- You received this me

[RBW] Re: My new Sam is complete!

That's a beaut! Like the copper highlights--they complement the black really nicely. So the 11-speed 105 RD takes a 9-speed cassette + bar ends just fine? I never would've thought to try that combo. And nice camera work with the wide-open aperture to blur the fore & background. -Austin -- Y

[RBW] Re: New Frame Day! Almost a trade of a Black Mountain Road for a LEO

Thanks for the reply, Bill. I appreciate the time you took and, despite your claims to not having the vocabulary to reply, your comments were much more helpful than you might think. I now have a clear preference on which frame to choose. Thanks again! Austin -- You received this message becau

[RBW] Re: New Frame Day! Almost a trade of a Black Mountain Road for a LEO

ask because I ride a large frame, I'm mid-40's and want a tall stack, and I want a sporty, lively ride. I'm considering a Road+ vs a Roadini. Currently, I ride a Soma ES but the stack isn't quite high enough. And I have a strong desire for an orange bike--the orange Roadini

[RBW] Re: 57 vs 61 Roadini

Dave, don't know if you have an aversion to disc brakes, but the forthcoming BMC Road+ (disc) has a higher stack height than the rim brake BMC Road. Geometry below, and according to the sizing chart based on PBH, you'd probably be on a 56cm frame. I still think the Roadini will be easier to get

[RBW] Re: Canti Sam vs BMC monstercross

Curious myself--BMC/Mike V. seems to have as loyal a following as RBW has. I've got a Sam, but always wondered about how a Monster Cross compares ride-wise. Never ridden or even seen a BMC here in MD. Best, Austin -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RB

[RBW] Re: Eat Bacon Don't Jog and Coconut Oil

Good point about doctors knowing so much that isn't true! How many times does the medical guidance flip-flop on coffee? (and I love my coffee!) My doctor did admit there was little research available on the health benefits of coconut oil, despite his hesitations. It's one easily-replaceable foo

[RBW] Eat Bacon Don't Jog and Coconut Oil

So I've been doing the low-carb Eat Bacon Don't Jog thing since the beginning of the year. Over the past several months I've experimented found some good, low carb eats. A few of my go-to's: - Frittatas with ham, sausage, bacon and/or veggies - Fake pancakes (from EBDJ) - Coconut "cerea

[RBW] Re: FS: New Tektro R539 medium reach caliper brakes $28/shipped

Hi, are these still available? On Thursday, April 5, 2018 at 5:49:30 PM UTC-4, Paul M wrote: > > Hello, Purchased these for a road bike project and realized they have too > long of reach. New (except installed to see the fit). 47mm-57mm reach > with recessed style mounting. No brake shoes incl

[RBW] WTB: Nitto Quill Stem 70mm 26.0

Ooo, I never thought to cut it down. That’d potentially be an easy DIY project. Will be researching a bit on 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 em

[RBW] WTB: Nitto Quill Stem 70mm 26.0

Hoping someone here has one in a box/drawer, etc. I'm looking for a Nitto Quill Stem, 70mm with a 26.0 clamp. With a mid-length insert. Preferably not a 225mm length Technomic/Tallux. But not something as short as a Pearl. A Technomic Deluxe with a 190mm length would work. It's going on my w

[RBW] Re: My First Rivendell

I'll echo the approvals. And I'm struggling to remember if I've ever seen that beautiful green on a Ram frame--it's quite the looker! It looks lighter than the Hunq green. Looks like a narrow-range cassette on it. 36-50t large cog, wide-range cassettes are so ubiquitous on Rivs these days (aka

[RBW] Re: I think I'm going to throw up

Nice! Go to an auto parts store and get some glossy spray can clear coat. It'll look better and protect it as well. Also, it might be over complicating it, but narrow black stripes edging the cream panel might dress it up nicely. Austin Bishop Sykesville, MD -- You received this message beca

[RBW] Re: Sam 1x9 or 10

I found it to be a colossal PITA to friction shift on a 10-speed cassette. It's such a narrow distance from cog-to-cog that I was constantly fine-tuning my shifts. Swapped for a 9-speed cassette (and no other hardware changes) and I was back to shifting in smooth mode blissfully. Or, index the

[RBW] Re: Bill's 57cm Legolas build thread

That thing is badass. If Chuck Norris wanted a bike, it would look 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...@g

[RBW] Re: I think I'm going to throw up

This made me thankful that I have 3 bikes. That stinks! But, at least it can be repaired. Try Bilenky in Philly. Time to get on craigslist and look for a cheap backup bike while it's out for repair! Austin Bishop Sykesville, MD -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Go

[RBW] ROADINI

Cross post from Facebook... Finished building up a Roadini for my wife. Her first comment upon returning from a 200 yard test trip down the road: "It’s really smooth and not twitchy. And I sit more upright…I think I like that." Here are some of the highlights: -Roadini 50cm frameset in Grilver

[RBW] Re: 300k ride report: Samuel Hillborne still rules

Terrific write up, Bill--thanks for sharing! I've casually toyed with the idea of doing a 200k brevet (I've never done one) but have it built in my mind as this grueling against-all-odds-it's-me-versus-everything experience. But yours picks up on the scenery and photos and the experience and en

[RBW] Compass Introduces Quintuple Cranks

About a week late on sharing this one... https://janheine.wordpress.com/2018/04/01/compass-introduces-quintuple-cranks/ -- 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 a

[RBW] Re: New Atlantis Pre-sale page is up on rivbike.com

Nice to see they're reusing the ball-and-socket seat lug from the Roadini. And I got a nice chuckle from the photo on the website that shows a bottle cage mounted to the *back* of the seat tube facing rear tire! Brilliant! I really like what RBW is doing these days. I hope this one is a home run

[RBW] Re: Put her on a Rivendell!

Oh let's please not take it there. This is one of the few remaining online social outlets that hasn't gone totally political. -- 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: Ride Report: Sam Hillborne gravel (under)biking?

Everyone, thanks for the kind words. I'm looking to do more exploration riding such as this through 2018, especially now that I've got the bike dialed in as I want it. @John--on occasion, I ride out 75 to McKinstry's Mill only to take a left on Sam's Creek. I've never gone down Pearre Road but

[RBW] Re: Appaloosa review

Very interesting perspective she has, I've never come across her blog but will be sifting through it a bit. Thanks for sharing, Steve! -Austin -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receivin

[RBW] Ride Report: Sam Hillborne gravel (under)biking?

When does it become underbiking? I did my first, full-fledged gravel ride on my Sam Hillborne v2.0, Gravel Mode. Weather was 50-60 degrees, sunny, perfect. I road up the mountain north of Frederick MD (locals will know it as the Mountaindale right fork up Gambrill Park Rd). I won’t describe

[RBW] Re: Finished Hunqapillar Build

Beautiful bike! I've always like the green on the Hunq. I also have a Tubus Tara on my Sam--I wish the Riv forks had mounts in the right place to fit it without an adapter. One build question--what is that bottle mount for on the downtube? Never seen anything like it. And I see a ton of bikes

[RBW] Re: From the Blug: Tall Roadeo

Is it me, or does this frame seem too small for this setup? I wonder if Riv tried to talk this customer into a larger-framed AHH? It's just not a typical setup that comes out of Riv--bars below saddle, lots of seatpost showing, bars maxed out. Maybe they are just inserted at the extremes for t

Re: [RBW] Re: Many nice Sam Hillbornes lately

@Patrick, the blue was a stock color up to 2016 (I have the same color). It's nice but if the 2017 Sage green been an option, I'd have gone that route. 62cm sage-for-blue trade anyone? :-) -Austin On Thursday, March 29, 2018 at 11:11:56 AM UTC-4, Patrick Moore wrote: > > Tim -- nice build.

[RBW] Re: Many nice Sam Hillbornes lately

Tim, thanks for the kind words. I like yours too--it appears we have the same exact frame! I like to tinker with my builds, the Sam is so versatile so I'm constantly experimenting. I may have to pick up a pair of Barlow EL's for it--I keep hearing people like you say they're the perfect match.

[RBW] Re: Who rides an off-roadish Sam?

@Neil -- The 700x42 Cazaderos run under my Tektro 559's just fine on my Sam. They ride nicely for knobbies and are enough for the offroading I do (I don't like rooty, rocky MTB trails). My thinking is the same as yours, even using Roman's photo as inspiration. My 62cm Sam's a little offroady no

[RBW] Re: Did you stop using Compass tires?

I swap a pair of Bon Jon Pass out for some Soma Cazaderos 700x42 on my Sam for when I know I'll be mostly off pavement. I still fit the Bon Jon's back on with fenders and for road riding. Generally, I am making my Sam more offroadish--hence the tires (and lower gearing, etc) to eliminate overla

[RBW] Re: Not ugly quill to threadless: Can it be done?

Bob, there is the Stop Swap and Save meet coming up in Westminster on Feb 11: http://www.stopswapandsave.com/ You might be able to find something to your liking for just a few $$. Maybe even the VO stem if you have sharp eyes. I go every year (I'm in Eldersburg) and usually walk away with somet

[RBW] Re: Cable/Housing Cutter Suggestions

I use a pair of Channel Lock End-Cutting pliers (bought at Home Depot) for both cables and housing (and for a bunch of other non-bike stuff like wire fence mesh, pulling nails, etc.). I reshape the hole on the cut end of the housing with a small nail until the cable slides through freely. Not f

[RBW] Re: WTB: Used 700c and 26 fat (non-knobby) tires and long reach caliper/centerpull brakes

This is a cool idea. I've thoughts of making my Sam more offroady and putting the fattest tires with some tread on it. Been reading a lot on the forum & online about Soma Cazaderos, SimWorks Homage, Marathon Supremes, etc. But I prefer to test it out a bit before investing $120+ in new tires. M

[RBW] Terrific Writeup on the origins of Rivendell by Jan Heine

As seen on the Facebook Riv group: 1995 Rivendell: Turning the Tide https://janheine.wordpress.com/2017/07/22/1995-rivendell-turning-the-tide/ -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Grou

[RBW] Re: 1.5 x N+1

Definitely got the enthusiasm but I guess I downplayed the tongue-in-cheek humor in it. Great that your wife is supportive--being 6'5" tall (I'm 6'3") a new bike purchase isn't necessarily solved by trolling Craigslist for something cheap to build up since we generally play at or beyond the fr

[RBW] Re: 1.5 x N+1

Unless you have like a dozen bikes, I don't understand what all the fuss is about. If you work & can afford it If you ride & will use it If you want a bike & it will make you happy at your cottage Then get a bike and do so unapologetically. There is no "need" nor supporting justification requ

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