Re: [RBW] Sam Hillborne seatpost

2024-07-21 Thread Chuck Blessing
It is a 26.8 on the Sam Hillborne I just received from this latest batch. On Sunday, July 21, 2024 at 6:54:19 AM UTC-4 lconley wrote: > My 1st Sam was 27.2, my second was 26.8. Pretty sure that the current > models are 26.8. > > Laing Conley > > On Sat, Jul 20, 2024 at 10:08 AM Ron Cramer

[RBW] Re: "you pick the fun stuff, we pick the rest"

2024-07-13 Thread Chuck Blessing
I picked that for my new Sam. It's due to be delivered next week. I chose the friction option and Choco bars, and gave them details of the type of riding that I do. I have faith that they will put together a nice set of components to match that. Chuck On Friday, July 12, 2024 at 8:05:03 PM

[RBW] Re: Rambouillet & Romulus. A visual comparison.

2024-05-31 Thread Chuck Walton
In Stanton Heights, so every ride ends with a climb! Both bikes are rapid-rise, so in theory the springs and cables are at their most restful setting. On Friday, May 31, 2024 at 7:14:37 AM UTC-4 ascpgh wrote: > Not only are these two in their smallest gear but also in the appropriate > cranks

Re: [RBW] DIY build or order complete?

2024-05-29 Thread Chuck Blessing
Good choice Michael. I will be doing the same with my new Sam. I built up one bike from a frame prior to this, which convinced me to let someone else do it this time around. On Wednesday, May 29, 2024 at 12:20:35 PM UTC-4 Michael wrote: > Thanks for the input everyone! While I agree that

[RBW] Re: Drops vs albatross. Easy to swap or do I need two bikes?

2024-05-01 Thread Chuck Blessing
Just so happens that RWB has a BLOG on this specific topic. https://www.rivbike.com/blogs/news/how-to-upright-a-drop-bar-bike On Wednesday, May 1, 2024 at 10:56:16 AM UTC-4 milesh...@gmail.com wrote: > This is my shameless plug for Albacore bars, if you need something wider > than the

[RBW] Re: WTB: 54cm Appaloosa or Sam, or 53cm Atlantis

2024-04-19 Thread Chuck Blessing
Thanks. That one is not going to work for me, though. On Thursday, April 18, 2024 at 6:31:25 PM UTC-4 nca...@gmail.com wrote: > Theres a 53 Atlantis in Columbus on the facebook group. Thats just a hop > skip from you. > > On Thursday, April 18, 2024 at 6:27:36 PM UTC-4 cfic...@gmail.com

[RBW] WTB: 54cm Appaloosa or Sam, or 53cm Atlantis

2024-04-18 Thread Chuck Blessing
Preferably with swept bars (Choco, Losco, Billie, etc) or possibly frame only. I'm in Cincinnati, OH and could travel a reasonable distance to pick up, or shipping is possible. Also will be traveling to Kansas City, KS in June and could pick up along that route, as well. -- You received this

[RBW] Re: Best Rivendell for pavement riding

2024-03-09 Thread Chuck Blessing
the Charlie Gallop, so I don't know what to make of that one. Chuck On Friday, March 8, 2024 at 9:21:26 PM UTC-5 Jason Fuller wrote: > I know this has been pretty well covered by now, but I'm finally going to > add my two cents as well. I have ridden a few, but I think that anecdotes > are o

Re: [RBW] Best Rivendell for pavement riding

2024-03-05 Thread Chuck Blessing
Hi Chuck--as you asked about the Appaloosa and a drop-bar alternative, > I'll chime in: I have a 51" 650B Appaloosa with Nitto Choco bars > <https://www.rivbike.com/products/nitto-choco-norm-bar-alu-ht-54cm-x-25-4-100mm-sleeve-tandem-162491>, > > which Riv describes thus

Re: [RBW] Best Rivendell for pavement riding

2024-03-05 Thread Chuck Blessing
those of a drop bar. And they might work better with the longish top tubes. Chuck On Tuesday, March 5, 2024 at 12:27:31 PM UTC-5 Damien wrote: > I had a Sam up until recently but sold it and have very recently replaced > with a Ram which I've yet to get out on (am going to swap out the Albatross &g

Re: [RBW] Best Rivendell for pavement riding

2024-03-04 Thread Chuck Blessing
the Nitto Noodle? >>> >>> FWIW, after having used any number of drop bars, my favorite is the Maes >>> Parallel, available from Rene Herse but not from Rivendell. (Rivendell >>> ought to offer it!) >>> >>> Patrick Moore, present and former owner

Re: [RBW] Best Rivendell for pavement riding

2024-03-04 Thread Chuck Blessing
Thanks for the suggestions, Patrick. I had a 54cm Roadini, which didn't feel good, possibly because it was too big for me. That model does seem to be the obvious choice, but I'm a bit wary of trying one in 50cm, because the size may not have been the problem. The Homer is the other one that

Re: [RBW] Best Rivendell for pavement riding

2024-03-04 Thread Chuck Blessing
Thanks Nick and Luke for your suggestions of the Atlantis. In the description of the Atlantis on the RBW web site, Grant describes the Appaloosa as very similar. And since the Atlantis is out of stock in my size and is not scheduled to be available this year, but the Appaloosa is, maybe it

Re: [RBW] Best Rivendell for pavement riding

2024-03-04 Thread Chuck Blessing
Mike, I looked at this one, but from its description, it may be too much of a road bike (i.e. fast racy type bike) for me. I own a Tommasini, so want something more sedate. Chuck. On Monday, March 4, 2024 at 11:24:15 AM UTC-5 Mike Godwin wrote: > I think my FS Roadeo is a good contender!

Re: [RBW] Best Rivendell for pavement riding

2024-03-04 Thread Chuck Blessing
;>> FWIW, after having used any number of drop bars, my favorite is the Maes >>> Parallel, available from Rene Herse but not from Rivendell. (Rivendell >>> ought to offer it!) >>> >>> Patrick Moore, present and former owner of 5 Rivendell drop bar >&g

[RBW] Re: Best Rivendell for pavement riding

2024-03-04 Thread Chuck Blessing
Thanks for the input on the Roadini, Garth. I'm still considering it in the next frame size down. On Sunday, March 3, 2024 at 9:38:33 AM UTC-5 Garth wrote: > Chuck, You experience with the Roadini speaks only to having the correct > size. > > For pure smooth road riding in my op

[RBW] Re: Best Rivendell for pavement riding

2024-03-04 Thread Chuck Blessing
mal shoulder width, I felt like I was going to >> catch the end of them on mailboxes or other obstacles. Maybe there's a >> handlebar in Rivendell's catalog that works well for road riding? >> >> I'd appreciate any comments, especially if someone does this type of &

[RBW] Best Rivendell for pavement riding

2024-03-02 Thread Chuck Blessing
handlebar in Rivendell's catalog that works well for road riding? I'd appreciate any comments, especially if someone does this type of riding and has tried several of these models. Thanks. Chuck -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owne

Re: [RBW] First ride report from Western PA

2023-09-11 Thread Chuck Walton
Naches > Passes on my custom Riv 26" wheel fixed gear. > > What is that massive-stone corbeled arch neo-Mycenaen structure? > > On Sat, Sep 9, 2023 at 2:17 PM Chuck Walton wrote: > >> Greetings from Pittsburgh! >> New Rivendell owner exploring some local trails

[RBW] Re: First ride report from Western PA

2023-09-11 Thread Chuck Walton
I'm really enjoying the bike on a >> mix of paved/unpaved terrain. >> >> Thought I would share some images from three recent rides. >> Little Boston, Eliza Furnace, and Buffalo Creek >> >> Hopefully I've downsized these enough for easy viewing. >> See you out

[RBW] Will Mini Motos fit a MTB tire?

2020-05-22 Thread wood chuck
No question about Motolites, but will the Minis clear a standard 2" knobby? Say like a Smoke/Dart combo. Want to change my brakes but not my XC Pro levers. Anybody tried this? All they talk about on Paul's site is CX tires. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google

[RBW] Re: Bar Tape

2012-01-20 Thread Chuck
a backing paper that you have to fight with. Chuck -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/m35j8rvQW4wJ. To post to this group, send email to rbw

[RBW] Re: B-17 vs Flyer

2011-10-07 Thread Chuck
feel the springs on the flyer working occasionally. Chuck -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/5HXJv6SNGfEJ. To post to this group, send

[RBW] Re: Good bike to ride, after a war.

2010-10-05 Thread Chuck
Not a member so I won't bother you with an email, Grant - but the thread title brought a smile to my face... Have fun! Chuck On Oct 5, 1:07 am, grant grant...@gmail.com wrote: OK now, this makes no sense, is not...I don't know...fair or responsible or professional...in other words, it's fun. I

[RBW] Re: Good bike to ride, after a war.

2010-10-05 Thread Chuck
On Oct 5, 10:10 am, John Blish jbl...@gmail.com wrote: OK Now I see what you are after - source of the original quote or phrase, Good bike to ride Don't know.  Sorry. John -- John Blish Minneapolis MN USA How far is Minneapolis from Duluth, John? ;) -- You received this message

[RBW] Re: Good bike to ride, after a war.

2010-10-05 Thread Chuck
I got so caught up in the thread title thing that I forgot to mention... Great pictures of a beautifully built bike, Ian! Chuck On Oct 5, 12:14 pm, Ian Dickson iandicks...@gmail.com wrote: Thanks, Paul.  The fenders are Berthouds, 700x60mm.  Had to trim the rear fender to get it between

[RBW] Re: The (Hill)borne Identity

2010-07-24 Thread Chuck
feel that you have two Sugino cranksets that are beyond repair, I'll be happy to take them off your hands and dispose of them properly. I'll even pay the shipping!:) Chuck On Jul 24, 8:14 am, EricP ericpl...@aol.com wrote: From what appears to be two distorted corners on the left crank arm

[RBW] Re: Bleriot Build is Coming Along

2010-07-03 Thread Chuck
Looking good... Sugino, Tange/IRD and Velo Orange all make them in 103. I'm using the VO on my singlespeed and have no complaints. http://www.velo-orange.com/grcrubobr.html Chuck On Jul 3, 2:49 am, S.Cutshall clotht...@gmail.com wrote: ...slowly, but steadily. http://www.flickr.com/photos

[RBW] Re: Atlantis FD Chain Problem - Sudden

2010-05-05 Thread Chuck
gets a little funny sometimes. Check height and angle, then give those limit screws a tweak - preferably with the bike on a workstand so you can check and watch the functioning as you shift it. Chuck On May 5, 10:35 am, Mitch Browne mitch.bro...@gmail.com wrote: Need advice. I finally put together

[RBW] Re: Path Less Pedaled in Austin, Texas

2010-04-01 Thread Chuck
I've been reading of their adventures in Austin, and am anxiously awaiting their arrival in Ft. Worth... On Apr 1, 9:46 am, Trent in TX trent.thi...@gmail.com wrote: Great time at the Path Less Pedaled presentation last night on bicycle touring/S240/the journeys of Russ and Laura as the travel

[RBW] Re: V-Brake lever question

2010-03-10 Thread Chuck
, and they work great in that application as well. I do have the 287V levers somewhere in my parts bin if you still need one... Chuck -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu

[RBW] Re: Hubshiners?

2010-03-09 Thread Chuck
40 odd years ago - I remember being slightly jealous when a friend brought home a new Raleigh that had leather straps (riveted, not snapped) hanging on the hubs. My Schwinn didn't have that! Chuck -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch

[RBW] Re: Freewheel Skipping

2010-02-01 Thread Chuck
reliable service for decades it is probably time to replace it. Pawls, bushings, bearings and races do wear out. Cogs do too, although the wear may not be readily apparent... Chuck On Feb 1, 4:51 am, Angus angusle...@sbcglobal.net wrote: To set the stage, I'm happily stuck in a 7 speed / freewheel

[RBW] Re: an imitation or just a coincidence?

2009-11-03 Thread Chuck
On Nov 2, 2:32 pm, Dave @ Rivendell dave...@gmail.com wrote: don't know what to think about this one. Introducing The Sam Houston bike from Violet Crown Cycles: http://www.violetcrowncycles.com/samhouston.php You know...there have been very few major changes in design since the safety

[RBW] Re: RBW sizing compared to Surly KM

2009-10-20 Thread Chuck
building a drop- bar KM I pretty much decided that the 20 would be the best fit for me. I changed plans completely and never started that project, so can't give you much more than that... Chuck --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed

[RBW] Re: Saddles

2009-09-16 Thread Chuck
I have had that problem in the past. It happened at a time I was putting a lot of miles in so I also assumed it was the saddle. Turned out to be roofing in Carheart pants. The stitching was rubbing me all day long. On Sep 15, 4:35 pm, avillage avill...@verizon.net wrote: Howdy. This is a

[RBW] Re: Those blankety blank, so called quick links.

2009-08-08 Thread Chuck
I started using this method after reading the article. Makes it much easier... http://www.crazyguyonabike.com/doc/page/?o=3TzvDpage_id=40526v=cterm=quick%20linkcontext=all Chuck On Aug 7, 9:49 pm, MichaelH mhech...@gmail.com wrote: Am I the only one who finds removing the Sram after market

[RBW] Re: Has anyone seen these shoes

2009-04-20 Thread Chuck
I have not personally seen these shoes but they sure look nice in pictures if you want something office fancy: www.dromarti.com. Cheers, Chuck On Apr 19, 7:44 pm, usuk2007 clive.stand...@umassmed.edu wrote: http://www.wiggle.co.uk/p/cycle/7/Exustar_SRT_707_Commuter~Office_Sho... I noticed my

[RBW] Nigel Smythe Big Box

2009-01-12 Thread Chuck
with this saddlebag or does its shape actually avoid that? I apologize if I have missed threads on this topic since early December. Cheers, Chuck --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post