[RBW] Re: Does anybody ride 75+ km with non-drop-bar handlebars?

I should also mention that I have the bars at saddle height and with a fairly long stem for a bit of extra reach. In this configuration they mimic straight bars on the tops, but much more comfortable (for me). On Friday, June 2, 2017 at 12:15:25 PM UTC-6, Ian A wrote: > > Peter, >

[RBW] Re: Does anybody ride 75+ km with non-drop-bar handlebars?

Peter, I ride through the winters here in northern Canada on an 80's mountain bike frame with drop bars. The bars are Nitto 177 Noodle in 46cm width. I have interrupter levers and drop levers, with bar end shifters. The point about winter riding is that sometimes I need a lot of leverage at the

[RBW] Re: shakedown campaloosa

"Ugh, I need to move to Vancouver Island. And someday I will, god willing :-) Your (friend's) nice photos will have to do until then. Looks like a great time! KJ" I've been working toward that goal almost six years now - blasted bullish property market and no downturn in sight! Rider's Paradi

[RBW] Re: shakedown campaloosa

What is your mirror set-up? Looks like you clamped it to your basket? Nice! On Monday, May 29, 2017 at 10:34:09 AM UTC-7, Sky Coulter wrote: > > So I mostly finished building up my 55cm dropbar appaloosa Friday night > and then took it for an over night biking trip with some friends on the > loc

[RBW] Re: Where's Brian?

He definitely had the most lust worthy staff builds, imo. His AHH is a work of art On Thursday, June 1, 2017 at 9:28:04 AM UTC-7, dstein wrote: > > Weird, I just talked to him like a month or two ago when visiting and > sometimes run into him riding around town in Oakland. He helped me with a >

[RBW] Re: On downsizing (and the 1 bike, and 650b)

One bike + a home workshop. On Tuesday, May 30, 2017 at 11:30:52 PM UTC-6, christian poppell wrote: > > I believe Jobst Brandt had only one bike and he went everywhere! I think > you can satisfy want and need all in one shot. You want an Atlantis and at > that point you only need one bike! Done!

[RBW] Re: On downsizing (and the 1 bike, and 650b)

I would say keep the Hunq and at least one of the other three (a back-up commuter is an essential for me). You could always have the canti mounts moved on the Hunq to the 650b position, questions of BB clearance, but that's often solved by running a wider tire. I have a frame and fork with the

[RBW] Re: PSA -- 58cm atlantis 1750 seattle CL

You must have just beat me. Congrats! I really want a new 56cm 650B anyway. -- 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...@goog

[RBW] Re: The One in Which LeahFoy Races the Carbon Riders Up Killer Hill

What a great story! It reminds me of a time when I was touring and was accordingly in good shape and was riding along quite happily one day when a person, similarly attired to your carbon racers, but on a fast modern mountain bike, hopped close on my back wheel without asking. I was a little an

[RBW] Re: Bar bag for the Riv Bullmoose bar?

I'm a big fan of the Carradice-style saddlebag up front. Works great and Bullmoose friendly. Front rack recommended. Here is a not so great photo of setup in action On Monday, May 15, 2017 at 9:50:01 PM UTC-4,

Re: [RBW] Leah's Bicycle Bus! (and question)

Good point Deacon, that when geography or time of day cannot be avoided. I recall riding south from Mazatlan along the MX200 on a holiday weekend, with no shoulder and heavy foliage right at the road's edge. Narrow road, heavy traffic and frankly a reckless approach to driving safety put me in a

Re: [RBW] Leah's Bicycle Bus! (and question)

Ryan, My own experience of being hit was being struck from behind at speed which led to thirty facial stitches, but miraculously no broken bones. The face healed well and only faint scars remain. This happened in 2010. I resumed riding a few weeks after the crash as I had to recover from road

[RBW] Re: Mudbeam Rides Rampart Reservoir

Really nice photos, Deacon. Great write up. My favorite sentence started "When I arrived at my pipe spot..." I like the idea of having a pipe spot, even if I don't smoke. IanA. On Thursday, May 11, 2017 at 5:48:50 PM UTC-6, Deacon Patrick wrote: > > Today’s adventure, in which mud spouts were s

[RBW] Re: tires for clem

"Silver double the chain clearance is very minimal while riding in the little ring with my current 1.75 tires" First thing would be to try the wider tires and then check if there is actually tire/chain interference. If there ends up being insufficient clearance with wider tires, you might need

[RBW] Re: Beautiful Atlantis on EBay

Drew: Yours would only be mythical if it was produced in 1992 (as the Pro's Closet ad erroneously states). You have neither mythical nor kickstand plate. You do however, have a great bike. IanA. On Monday, May 8, 2017 at 10:49:15 AM UTC-6, drew wrote: > > i have one (that a few people here had

[RBW] Re: tires for clem

I was going through this recently, but looking for 26" x 2.3. I was disappointed to learn that Thunderburts by Schwalbe are no longer available in the 26" size, but they are still made in the 27.5 version. I have two bikes that can handle the 27.5 Thunderburts, but haven't tried them yet. I hop

[RBW] Re: OT: Japanese Woodworking

ter is relaxing. Also, when I come to move, packing and hauling will be a cinch. Please let us see photos of the woodworking project as it goes along (assuming it's not off topic for the list). Ian A. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW

[RBW] Re: Compass on tour?

Do you think running them tubeless would have kept you from flatting? On Tuesday, May 2, 2017 at 1:51:41 PM UTC-7, Mark Reimer wrote: > > I recently did a mixed-surface tour on Vancouver Island on my Atlantis > with 44mm Compass tires. Another guy had 42mm Barlow Pass 650B tires. We > have five

[RBW] Re: Which Compass tires for a Sam Hillborne riden on pavement

I ride Rat Trap Pass 2.3" tires on my mtb commuter. In addition to greatly reducing vibration/shocks, the lower pressures enabled by such large volume greatly reduces the likelihood of flatting. I regularly roll over broken glass on my RTP's that would have pierced the 28mm Marathon Supremes on

[RBW] Re: 700 x 45-50 options

Seems like Compass 700x44 would be about as big as you could get if you wanted fenders on the Appaloosa. Sweet bike, btw On Thursday, April 13, 2017 at 11:23:56 AM UTC-7, Stuart Lovinggood wrote: > > Forgot a rear clearance shot (it's pretty close) and a better shot of the > flat section of the

[RBW] Re: Opinions on saddlebags? Swift vs. Carradice vs. Sackville

The medium Sackville Saddlebag is one of the best purchases I've ever made. The interior seems to link to some kind of folded spacetime that swallows large objects into null-space, such is its capacity. With the Nitto quick release, it's pure pleasure! On Saturday, April 8, 2017 at 2:12:12 PM U

[RBW] Re: N = ? or How do you decide how many bikes to own?

Nice one Mark! On Thursday, April 6, 2017 at 10:35:23 PM UTC-6, Mark in Beacon wrote: > > Tasty bikes. Too bad about the low bb on the Combo. > > On Thursday, April 6, 2017 at 7:22:31 PM UTC-4, rob markwardt wrote: >> >> the forgotten link >> >> https://www.flickr.com/photos/77502424@N00/albums/72

[RBW] Re: Downhill and uphill and getting old and fat and passed.

Three things to contemplate: 1) Gearing on the climb might not have been ideal 2) You mention feeling not being in peak shape, but some days climbing is just easier. The right breakfast and hydration makes a massive difference for example. 3) How many times have you ridden that hill? I find it ta

[RBW] Re: N = ? or How do you decide how many bikes to own?

Another masterpiece - what bars are those Ron? IanA. -- 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 pos

Re: [RBW] Re: Grant coached Bike Snob on today's blog post

>> On Mar 28, 2017, at 3:35 PM, Patrick Moore > > wrote: >> >> I *like* it! >> >> On Tue, Mar 28, 2017 at 3:22 PM, Ian A > >> wrote: >> >>> [image: FOP Pomade] >>> >>> >> -- >> You received th

Re: [RBW] Re: Grant coached Bike Snob on today's blog post

[image: FOP Pomade] On Tuesday, March 28, 2017 at 2:30:18 PM UTC-6, Patrick Moore wrote: > > "Fop chariot." I like that one. Will have to use it! > > Patrick Moore, who just rode his 2003 fop chariot on our bosque's dirt > paths in rainy, foppish, ABQ, NM. > > On Tue, Mar 28, 2017 at 2:28 PM, Ste

Re: [RBW] Re: Clem L (low bar) for longer rides?

You should try the Sam with albatross/albastache bars Bull's-eyed for the kind of riding you want to 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

[RBW] Re: Advice on Choosing a New Rivendell Appaloosa, Hillborne or Clem

If those photos don't convince a person who wants an upright commuter, also good for light touring that a 650b Romulus could work, I don't think anything good. Truly wonderful looking bicycle you have created there WETH. IanA On Thursday, March 23, 2017 at 1:53:58 PM UTC-6, WETH wrote: > > If y

[RBW] Re: Advice on Choosing a New Rivendell Appaloosa, Hillborne or Clem

There's been a number of people on list who have converted their Rambouillets to 650b with a 42mm tire. That could be an option for your Romulus with long reach brakes. In terms of upright riding, i like drop bars (Noodles) at around saddle height - I much higher to rob me of climbing ability,

RE: [RBW] Re: PSA: 56cm Quickbeam on eBay

Ive always thought the next iteration should be "The QuickOne". Maybe the "SingleBeam". I recall the SimpleOne was cleared out toward the end and it was modestly priced then. A fellow had one in town here and it was a great deep green colour. He said it was a great

[RBW] Re: FS: 650b rim brake wheelset / SON28, White Ind, Velocity / $700

What bike did you have this on? I'm going to be building up a 56cm 650B Atlantis and I'm not sure what the wheel specs are since it's basically a new Riv design. On Thursday, March 9, 2017 at 10:43:17 AM UTC-8, Patch T wrote: > > Hi Bunch, > > I recently had the folks at Golden Saddle in LA buil

[RBW] Re: News around today's RBWHQ visit

If the 56cm 650B Atlantis can take 2.2" knobbies, I wonder if you could squeeze some 2.35" slicks in there... https://www.schwalbetires.com/bike_tires/racing_tires/G-ONE_Speed On Friday, December 2, 2016 at 11:20:14 AM UTC-8, Bill Lindsay wrote: > > Today I visited RBW headquarters to order a

Re: [RBW] Re: New tires, perhaps?

Your new tires just need a few more miles on them. I find tires need 100 miles or so before they right. Give your new tires a bit more time and the likelihood is you'll like them just fine. IanA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" g

Re: [RBW] Re: Quickbeam chainline w/ PW freewheel?

On a single speed, would a 4mm offset cause a greater tendancy to derail? On my my SS set up (vertical drop outs) I used a cassette hub and adjusted the spacers on the hub until the chain didn't want to derail itself. It is a multispeed chain and there's a Surly tensioner, but even with the tens

Re: [RBW] New tires, perhaps?

You were likely still some way from a blow out - you can get the tire down to the puncture strip (often blue in color) and run on that for some time - it works like a boot. When that wears out, the resultant flatting of the tire is not always too dramatic, as the hole that forms in the tire is

Re: [RBW] Re: PSA: VP Pedals on sale

Ryan wrote "... eloquent in praise of your customs...and you're usually not rude either". Since I've been reading this list from around 2008 or so, Patrick Moore has always been most eloquent and a gentleman. IanA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups

Re: [RBW] Your S24O tent recommendation

I toured extensively with the Eureka Spitfire II. It was roomy and the double doors are nice, but it's not freestanding and has to be pegged in to stay upright. I wore mine out over the course of two years, but next time I'd rather out the money toward an Akto. IanA. -- You received this me

[RBW] Re: Delightful Differences

The illusive Quickbeam! Your account whets my appetite for one greatly. As much as we love and appreciate our excellent and reliable work horses, a thoroughbred quickens the spirit. IanA On Saturday, February 11, 2017 at 1:17:23 PM UTC-7, Deacon Patrick wrote: > > It’s been warm enough to melt

[RBW] real cyclists ride steel

By "shirt" I mean jersey. It looks a lot like the rugby jerseys we wore at school (which we often called shirts). -- 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 ema

[RBW] real cyclists ride steel

That's a great shot. I have to say that I really like your shirt. Where did you find it? Ian A/Canada. -- 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, se

[RBW] Re: Identifying a potential 'Rivendell'

in its day. Might ride well, which would be the main thing. Ian A. On Saturday, February 11, 2017 at 10:26:53 AM UTC-7, Alex Clarke wrote: > > Hey Guys, > > I was hoping someone could help me identify this bicycle I have, I have > been told it is a Rambouillet but I am not 100% s

Re: [RBW] Re: OMG! Egg misguidance from Rivendell

it, a warm breakfast is a good thing. Ian A - who was raised in the UK. On Saturday, February 4, 2017 at 12:08:09 PM UTC-7, Patrick Moore wrote: > > Oh, no. For a quick (ish) and very easy late night snack when you don't > anything more elaborate (I assume y'all don't keep junk s

[RBW] Re: From the mouths of babes.

ome teens on a late summer's eve as I was loaded-up with groceries and enjoying life, one teen pointed at me and said "I never want to be that", assuming I was homeless. Handmade bike, Tubus racks, Ortlieb bags, dynamo lighting and delicious organic groceries did not impress that c

[RBW] Re: dynamo light decisions: Lumotec or Edelux?

Could you elaborate, please Bo? Are you running two IQ-X side by side? Switching one off at low speed? IanA On Thursday, January 26, 2017 at 6:58:42 PM UTC-7, bo richardson wrote: > > two iqx on a marks rack on a rambouillet is a really good solution > so happy... -- You received this message

[RBW] Re: Post dynamo, keep the old front wheel?

would preclude a dynamo set-up, unless river-crossing or such, where you might submerse the wheel to axle height. It's generally not a great idea to dunk a dynamo hub. A loose bearing hub is easily serviced. Ian A. On Wednesday, January 25, 2017 at 5:58:00 PM UTC-7, drew wrote: > > I

[RBW] Re: Exploding Tires

I've had the same symptoms from catching the tube between the bead and rim and it's not always been an immediate reaction. Sometimes a few hours have passed. I'm a little gun-shy around newly changed tires now. I always slightly inflate the tube and often used a narrower tube than recommended

[RBW] Re: So what do I put in my tea now?

s for you. Ian A/Canada On Friday, January 6, 2017 at 2:47:06 PM UTC-7, lum gim fong wrote: > > If Taubes is right, then what do I replace sugar in all my foods/drinks > with? > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch"

[RBW] Re: John Wayne Rivendell?

Definitely the Hubbahubbah [image: The Quiet Man. John Wayne and Scarlett O'Hara on a bicycle made for two. The Duke on an iron horse who would've thought it. #tandem #johnwayne #scarletto'hara #theduke #bike #romance #courtingcouple #love #romantics #thequietman #bike #fixie #singlespeed #bm

[RBW] Re: New Sam Hillborne Finally Arrived

the saddle to be tension-ed quite firmly, but not excessively so. When all factors are right, the saddle is as comfortable as a well-liked broken-in pair of hiking boots. Ian A/Canada On Tuesday, January 3, 2017 at 7:50:48 PM UTC-7, Daniel Betancourt wrote: > > To say I was excited t

[RBW] Re: Silent bell until needed

Have you tried filling it with whisky? That'll put hairs on its chest. -- 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...@googleg

[RBW] Re: Clem / long CS CROW PIE!

I guarantee the Clem wont feel any heavier than the Appaloosa, and if you really want to negate any claims of "stoutness" or "husky-tude " then throw a couple racks and luggage on old Clem, it will handle with aplomb and you can pass any blame for perceived feelings of heaviness on the added u

[RBW] Re: Silent bell until needed

tps://bolesblogs.com/2011/06/01/what-is-the-sound-of-a-silent-bell/ Not exactly on topic, but it somehow fits with the Deacon's wonderful spirituality, so I thought I should share it. Ian A/Canada. On Wednesday, December 28, 2016 at 9:38:22 AM UTC-7, Deacon Patrick wrote: > > Bells ar

[RBW] Re: FS: Thinking about selling my Rambouillet

Lum Gim Fong: Out of idle curiosity, what clearance to you have laterally at the fork and chain-stay with the 42mm tires? Ian A/Canada On Thursday, December 29, 2016 at 5:15:10 PM UTC-7, lum gim fong wrote: > > On my 54 Blue Rambouillet: > > 700x32 Compass tires gave me *.*7cm

[RBW] Re: Multi Use Path Etiquette

walking in a predictable fashion, but it scares the beejeesus out of me when I think I'm alone and suddenly there is someone passing me at speed. I don't admonish, having been guilty of it myself many times, but I do feel annoyance. I have a similar reaction when a car passes me too c

Re: [RBW] ChocoMoose from 1987???

No matter the sticker price, quality always pays itself back over time. The hard part is recognizing the distinction between quality and price, and balancing desire and need. Ian A/Canada On Saturday, December 24, 2016 at 3:38:26 PM UTC-7, Bill in Roswell GA wrote: > > Needless to say I ha

[RBW] Re: How to crash by yourself

Fantastic news! Make sure to keep up with the PT exercises for the neck, you want to make sure no chronic complaint sets in. Someone or something was looking out for you that day - barbed wire and brambles are not things to mess with. IanA. -- You received this message because you are subs

[RBW] Re: How to crash by yourself

Brian, Wondering how the healing is going (have you been looking after the cuts?) and if your bike was recovered by you? IanA/Canada On Sunday, November 13, 2016 at 1:59:54 PM UTC-7, stonehog wrote: > > I had an off-road excursion into the ditch Friday night and spent a few > hours in the E

[RBW] Re: PSA Inexpensive Cheviut

I agree with you there. I was waiting outside someone's house ahead of the arranged time to buy something, only to have him text me to forget it, his wife just sold it. Only cost me half a day to get there - I was predictably frustrated. I wouldn't leave until he explained himself to me! -- Yo

[RBW] Re: PSA Inexpensive Cheviut

have shown up with no money (I can pay you next week) etc. Such are the frustrations of selling on Craigslist. Ian A/Canada -- 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 f

[RBW] My Debate

;s a great deal, that is. Disclosure: I am often wrong. Ian A/Canada -- 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...@goog

[RBW] Re: Quality of Sugino Alpina2 cranks nowhere near that of original model Alpina

Interestingly, the original crank is also thicker near the crank arm than it is on the other "spider arms". Makes me think it's not a defect of the newer crank On Thursday, December 8, 2016 at 1:04:50 AM UTC-5, Nick Payne wrote: > > - on the new cranks, there is not a consistent thickness of all

[RBW] Re: Holiday Saddle question

I just realized the picture I posted is strangely squished, don't know how that happened. Still not sure how that would equate to thinking it was stretched beyond the tension bolt -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscr

[RBW] Re: Holiday Saddle question

Huh? There is half the bolt length left to further tension the saddle if I felt like destroying it. The bolt hasn't been turned for at least a year, I have no need to tension it any more as it is perfect the way it is -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups

[RBW] Re: Holiday Saddle question

Here is a pic of my saddle for comparison My sit bones are well behind the seatpost so no threat of sagging until they hit. There is no problem and nothing wrong with this saddle. On

[RBW] Re: Holiday Saddle question

If the leather is taut with no slack it doesn't hammock your sit bones. If it doesn't hammock your sit bones each side wont move independently of the other. That movement combined with the slot to relieve perineal pressure are what make the saddle comfortable. Like I said I purchased my first SA

[RBW] Re: Holiday Saddle question

don't know if it was mentioned but the woman who started Rivet used to run SA. I purchased my first SA after speaking with her at a bike expo in SF. Would highly recommend buying Rivet due to her involvement, even though I don't own one. On Tuesday, December 6, 2016 at 9:14:35 AM UTC

[RBW] Re: Holiday Saddle question

I am honestly surprised people have managed to stretch the SA leather past the length of the tension bolt. I have a Titanico (original model before T, X, &c.) I've had for about 5 years. Put countless miles on it, rode it on a week long tour, commuted on it, you name it. Still going strong. I bo

Re: [RBW] Compass Guide to

fantastic value. And the hubs don't seem to become obsolete or less desirable over time. I find myself periodically pondering the latest Schmidt light offerings, but my old Son28 iand my Shimano DH-3n80 hubs simply don't need upgrading. Ian A/Canada. -- You received this message becau

[RBW] Re: Help me build my 55 Cheviot

Also check the height of the derailleur. I generally find the minimum clearance over the big ring gives best alignment. Disclaimer: I have no experience with the CX70. IanA/Canada. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To uns

Re: [RBW] Just ride!

might be still recovering. Then a slow start makes sense. Headwinds are brutal on the psyche too. It's hard to guage just how hard you are working against a wind. Best warm up ever is a cup if tea and two slices of toast and butter. Ian A/Canada. -- You received this message because you a

[RBW] Re: How to crash by yourself

Very nice indeed. What width of tire are those and how is clearance? Interesting choice to put on the racing mudguards of the era, Were those a legal requirement in 60;s and 70's UK? They don't appear to offer a functional benefit. Ian A/Canada On Monday, November 21, 2016 at

[RBW] Re: Bicycle tattoos

That is brilliant. Puts me in mind of one of my favorite people who described himself as "kind of a mechanised tramp". Tramp in the UK sense of the word. I've linked to this before, but it's worth posting it again https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zKfNKNxntY0 Ian A/Canada

[RBW] How to crash by yourself

us know if you do. Ian A/Canada -- 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 post to this

[RBW] Re: Clem RD Chain Tension

Do you risk it ripping off if you use big/big from time to time? -If by it you mean the derailer, it's doubtful. As long as the derailer is still providing some tension, meaning the chain is not so short it is pulling the derailer up, and shifts into and out of the largest cog, you should have n

Re: [RBW] Clem RD Chain Tension

What makes this "not all right"? Presuming derailer shifts smoothly in and out of largest cog, what exactly is problematic about a derailer stretched to this angle? As long as the chain has a little bit of slack in big-big and shifts without problem it's only an aesthetic, not mechanical, issu

[RBW] Re: Rivendell Road Standard - spreading the stays?

acing (possibly 132.5). Ian A/Canada On Saturday, November 12, 2016 at 5:36:10 PM UTC-7, Matt Beecher wrote: > > I have a Rivendell Road Standard that I really like, but I am disappointed > with the current wheelset. The stays are currently spaced at 126 and > normally I wouldn

[RBW] Good news, bad news: Rejoining the peloton

Also very happy to see order has been restored. Welcome back. Ian. -- 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-bunc

[RBW] Re: Mudflap quandry

Leather looks and works great. Also very easy to find at a thrift store as old purses, gloves, &c. I made one with a simple cut and a drilled hole. Rear flap seems superfluous. On Wednesday, November 9, 2016 at 7:59:22 PM UTC-5, Patrick Moore wrote: > > I see that Riv has one of those fancy, lef

[RBW] A Clemiversary, or, Lost and Found Again: A Clem's Journey

a lesser bike. I hope they continue to offer the Clem in some form or another, because they are very much a gateway Rivendell for those who weren't sure the Rivs are all their fans say they are (they are). Ian, currently dreaming of a 650b Atlantis -- You received this message bec

[RBW] Re: kalloy dirt drop stems...

I purchased a Kalloy dirt drop stem to experiment using drop bars on my Bianchi MTB. Works fine with dirt drop bars (these are Origin 8) w/ 25.4 stem clamp diameter. I will probably go Nitto both for stem and bars in the future but have no worries as to the stem not holding up on serious off ro

[RBW] Sam fender clearance

Thanks all! Seems to be some maybe's and some no's. Just to clarify, my Sam is a 58. Unsure if that makes any difference. Would anyone recommend I lean the direction of some Bon Jon's with some 45mm fenders? Ian -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Goo

[RBW] Sam fender clearance

I'm sure this is something that's been touched on before, but does anyone have a read on Sidepull Sam's max fender clearance. Plan on running Barlow Pass's under a 45mm or 52mm on Atlas rims with Paul Racer brakes. Want to have wiggle room for other tires so would love to be able to fit the 52's

[RBW] Re: Cantilever brake question...

What Jeremy says also misses the connection between low mechanical advantage (necessitating more grip strength) and arm/hand fatigue. There's a reason why systems only requiring one finger braking are highly prized for off road riding, same would go for any situation in which a rider is braking

[RBW] Re: Cantilever brake question...

What is the max tire size the mini-motos will fit? -- 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 post to

[RBW] Re: Cantilever brake question...

Low profile cantis are generally as a rule stronger brakes (more mechanical advantage) than high profile. Not sure why Paul states otherwise. Getting low profile brakes set up correctly (lots of squish) was a revelation, they inspire a lot more confidence on my MTB -- You received this messag

[RBW] FS/FT : Tange BB and Dia Compe Non-Aero Levers

ridden. - $35 shipped (US) Interested in trades for: - TRP retro/drilled/gum-hood brake levers - Used shimano 9/10 speed bar ends - Used XT shadow long-cage rear derailleur Message me off list if you need pictures or are interested. Paypal friends and family! Ian -- You received this

[RBW] Re: Parts FS

What model are the cranks? On Sunday, August 14, 2016 at 11:33:59 AM UTC-4, Dave Nawrocki wrote: > > All are in good condition, pix available on request. > Paypal, bank money order or Riv gift cert for payment. > > Wheel set, Ultegra hubs, mavic open pro rims 32 hole 700c with matching > skewers,

[RBW] Some recent Gravel & Grind Riv builds and a last plug for our Riv and B-stone owners Bunch Ride Sunday the 14th

I'm in the process of building up a Sam almost exactly like this! Beautiful! Ian -- 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

[RBW] Latest Roscoe Bubbe

Interestingly enough from a "design evolution " standpoint the new Bubbes are very similar to the vision of Cleland cycles, an early proponent of off road cycling in the UK. He liked very steep seat and head angles though. Always like seeing things come full circle -- You received this message

[RBW] Re: SUNRACE One-At-a-Time shifter maintenance?

t forward to somebody who needs > something. > > Bill Lindsay > El Cerrito, CA > > On Wednesday, August 3, 2016 at 2:16:40 PM UTC-7, ian m wrote: >> >> I've been running these for about a year and a half now, and for the past >> half the left shifter ha

[RBW] SUNRACE One-At-a-Time shifter maintenance?

I've been running these for about a year and a half now, and for the past half the left shifter has been increasingly terrible. On the push it sounds and shifts fine, but on the pull it sticks, skips, makes horrific sounds, etc. It's now at the point where it's virtually unusable. Has anyone had

[RBW] Re: Jones on the trade/sale block so I can get a Riv

I am interested in pics and price On Thursday, July 21, 2016 at 7:28:11 AM UTC-4, Andrew Huston wrote: > > I totally understand if this is against the rules but since it involves a > Riv, maybe its ok? > I am trying to sell my Jones Diamond to fund the purchase of a > Hunq/Atlantis/Joe App and t

[RBW] Re: FS: Freight Baggage Porteur Bag, 650B Soma Cazadero

Freight Bag - $175 Cazaderos - $65 Plus shipping On Sunday, June 26, 2016 at 12:01:29 PM UTC-4, ian m wrote: > > Freight Baggage Porteur Rack Bag > Great rolltop rack bag with fully lined large main compartment (totally > waterproof) and a handful of pockets up front. Attaches to t

[RBW] FS: Freight Baggage Porteur Bag, 650B Soma Cazadero

Freight Baggage Porteur Rack Bag Great rolltop rack bag with fully lined large main compartment (totally waterproof) and a handful of pockets up front. Attaches to the rack with two buckle straps underneath and one to wrap around stem or handlebars. Backpack straps make freeing up rack space eas

[RBW] Re: A bit offtopic discussion of RivBike's shipping times

People keep mentioning the cost as though that's the main issue. It's not, it's really the choice of shipper. I like what Grant said and generally agree with where he is coming from, but it's unfortunate to only side with UPS as they tend to be against the sort of employee treatment that he men

[RBW] Re: A bit offtopic discussion of RivBike's shipping times

To offer a comparison, I ordered some service parts from Paul Components, shipping from the same region as Riv, and it's a 3 day transit time to PA via USPS first class, less than $5. The Nitto struts and hardware I ordered from Riv will take 8 days via UPS, $9. I probably could have done more

[RBW] Re: A bit offtopic discussion of RivBike's shipping times

I too worked shipping/receiving for an e-commerce company for a number of years in addition to frequent purchasing of goods online (mostly records) like most of us in the past decade. UPS/FedEx and the like are necessary for our post-Amazon web buyer. Most online shoppers now MUST now when thei

[RBW] Re: WTB: Small SaddleSack, Bar Tube

Thanks for the responses on the handlebar bag, still very interested in a small saddlesack! On Tuesday, June 21, 2016 at 9:36:11 PM UTC-4, ian m wrote: > > Looking for one or the other or both. Color not important. Maybe you found > the small a tad too small? Didn't like the colo

[RBW] WTB: Small SaddleSack, Bar Tube

Looking for one or the other or both. Color not important. Maybe you found the small a tad too small? Didn't like the color? Let me take it (them) off your hands! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this gro

[RBW] Re: Mark's/M18 failures?

It's in the first paragraph of the description. Can't force people to read or pay attention though -- 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-owner

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