[RBW] Re: ISO Bay Area frame builder

If you are not in a rush, getting into Curtis Inglis' (Retrotec) queue can prove highly rewarding. Sycip up in Santa Rosa have produced a lot of neat bikes over the years as well. On Wednesday, December 10, 2014 4:25:20 PM UTC-6, BSWP wrote: > > Well, my preferred route to a new custom touring

[RBW] Re: ISO Bay Area frame builder

> Bruce Gordon is worth talking to as well. Bruce is the best of the bunch. Not sure he would build around a Rohloff 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

[RBW] Re: OT: best Mac for sophisticated Word Processing, for the $?

> Whatch'all think? Assuming you have a television, a maxed Mac Mini using the tv as monitor is more than up to sophisticated word processing, spread sheeting, and with a couple of relatively affordable tweaks can be the center of a high end music system to boot. Minis do not have the RAM and

[RBW] Re: Daring to wrench on my Riv's?

Especially with bikes such as Rivs that have fine paint jobs, always be sure to have a lot of work rags nearby. Put the rag over the tubing near where you are twisting, pulling, pushing or whatever it is you are doing with a steel tool that is a sworn enemy of paint. Dings from the ride are to

[RBW] Re: About to start experimenting with centerpulls

> I don't know that I have anything pertinent to add to this thread, but I will say, that after installing metal fenders on my sidepull brake road bikebrakes on them. I just don't want any calipers limiting the height I > can raise the fender to the fork crown. Centerpull like the new Compass o

Re: [RBW] About to start experimenting with centerpulls

> Mafac Cantis, both single and tandem versions (salmons, of course and with both OEM Mafac levers and modern Tektros. Professionals could not get these to work. My experience as well. But Peter Weigle uses them on more than a few of his bikes and reviews claim they work. Maybe his magic touc

Re: [RBW] About to start experimenting with centerpulls

; That is a very pleasant surprise. I'm very happy to be wrong. I hope > Compass makes their reasonable and fair margins at that price. The rack is > fantastic. > > On Thursday, December 4, 2014 6:08:37 AM UTC-8, Matthew J wrote: >> >> > They aren't availa

Re: [RBW] About to start experimenting with centerpulls

> They aren't available yet. They are now. $325.00 for brakes and bolts. $469.00 with the rack. So $500.00 a bit off. http://www.compasscycle.com/brakesCmCpl.html -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from thi

[RBW] Re: Groupsets. Shimano, Campy, etc.

MaxiCar and Royce hubs have put in many miles for me. -- 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

Re: [RBW] Product placement coup by Riv in Consumer Reports review of Ford Transit Connect van

ransit" van, I''m unsure which you mean, the full size > of compact, and if compact , which version(year) ? > > Yes, Ford could have chosen another name for one or the other to prevent > any confusion , coulda woulda mighta but didn't . . . lol. :) > >

Re: [RBW] Product placement coup by Riv in Consumer Reports review of Ford Transit Connect van

I do not know about the review, but can say ~58cm bikes (both customs so not exactly standard 58) 700c with fairly large tires can be transported upright in the commercial version of the Transit. The advantage of using Carshare program over car ownership is I can select from a number of vehicle

[RBW] Re: What components do you wish RBW would start "making"?

to no avail. It would be great to see these fenders on the market again. On Tuesday, November 25, 2014 8:29:33 PM UTC-6, Matthew J wrote: > > Toshi who makes wonderful cotton bar tape is retiring (sometimes sells as > Toshi or Viva). Appears it is already too late to get the gold,

[RBW] Re: What components do you wish RBW would start "making"?

Toshi who makes wonderful cotton bar tape is retiring (sometimes sells as Toshi or Viva). Appears it is already too late to get the gold, even at the Japanese places that ship overseas. Riv seems pretty enthusiastic about Newbaums, which is certainly good tape. But the color is not as rich,

Re: [RBW] Appaloosa fall 2015

Given that people had been hearing for months that the Sam's benching was to make room for the Clem, it's reasonable for the quote above to cause the speculation (about a possible Clem name shift) and confusion that has been talked about on the forum over the last few days. I guess. But GP's

Re: [RBW] Joe Appaloosa sneak peek

So the Clem was the budget Appaloosa but is now the only Appaloosa if I am getting this right. GP's latest says no - two different bikes. May look somewhat the same - but then so did the Hunq and Bomba >> -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW

Re: [RBW] Appaloosa fall 2015

> That latest post makes it sound like Joe and Clem are two different bikes. That has always been my understanding and appears to be the clear (well, clear for GP's writing anyway) message from Riv. Not at all sure why so many here assumed they were the same. > -- You received this message

[RBW] Re: Shoe Recommendations for VP Thin Gripsters (or Grip Kings)

Evolve Cruzers Big fan as well. So comfortable. I had a lot of trouble figuring out their sizing. Once I did was glad I stuck with them. On Monday, November 17, 2014 10:45:35 PM UTC-6, stonehog wrote: > > Stiff sole: FiveTen Spitfire (heavy) or Ascent (light). Favorite for > running/walkin

[RBW] Re: Philly Bike Expo this weekend!!!

Thank you for linking the pictures. looks like a great show. -- 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: Alternatives to MUSA pants and knickers?

There is a Swrve black label knicker that fits the bill. If you are thin (can't stress enough - Euro sizing to the max!) Muxu makes a nice heavier yet comfortable knicker. On Friday, November 7, 2014 2:06:19 PM UTC-6, Christian wrote: > > Hi All, > > I was interested in buying a pair of either

[RBW] Re: Water (bottle) Retention

I have a years old Sigg that fits perfect in the King standard or Iris. On Monday, November 3, 2014 9:23:08 PM UTC-6, Deacon Patrick wrote: > > As I replace my two bottles that died on today’s ride I’m going with > stainless steel. I’d love to hear your experience with the following: > > — prefe

[RBW] Re: Using Stainless vs Carbon Steel Bolts for Racks?

I've never sheared a bolt. Earlier this year I sheared a stainless steel skewer I got from Jordan Hufnagel when he was still making bikes and small bike parts. On Friday, October 24, 2014 2:15:46 PM UTC-5, Andrew Drummond wrote: > > I've got a bike with stainless dropouts, and I'd never ever con

[RBW] Re: Any other front racks for sidepulls besides VO Rando/Mark's/Berthoud?

Berthoud still makes a nice mid fork rack. Not as snazzy looking as the VO, but better quality IMO. Middle of the page: http://peterwhitecycles.com/berthoud.asp On Thursday, October 23, 2014 10:37:43 PM UTC-5, lungimsam wrote: > > Those attaching to fork braze-ons or p-clamps, but not long l

Re: [RBW] Surly after Riv

> I commute on an LHT that most sufficiently met my set of needs and wants when I bought it from a shop that hasn't transacted its soul for a corporate brand floor plan. Had I given up and picked > one of the big brands' scant offerings in that vein, I'd be a corporate handmaiden of marketing b

[RBW] Re: These ones go to 11, again

> but I'm sure 1x? are fine for certain bikes and places . Riding mainly in Illinois/Wisconsin/Iowa I have been happy with 1x5 fw and now am using a 1x6 modified Shimano cassette. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscr

Re: [RBW] These ones go to 11, again

> AFAIK the push for single chain rings is primarily related to MTB and > CX, so it really shouldn't have a major impact on road equipment. Probably. But that just gives the 2x and 3x an excuse to search the bay for some lovely NOS Campy euclid and Shimano Deore. -- You received this message

Re: [RBW] These ones go to 11, again

To each his own as long as front derailleurs don't go extinct or even get hard to find. I don't want to use a stick. Not likely this would happen. Ebay is full of high quality NOS Shimano, Campy, and even Suntour friction front ders. Lot of indexed out there as well. Of course depending on

Re: [RBW] These ones go to 11, again

> But why the move to get rid of triples and even doubles? Simplicity and fewer moving parts. These concerns of course have to be weighed against where the rider lives and rides. Arguments in favor of a 1x set up here in the upper Midwest would likely not carry well in much of California or

[RBW] Re: Cool Porteur Style Rack Free for Someone Considering a Riv Custom - Complications Apply

-5, Ron Mc wrote: > > really striking - great job. > > On Tuesday, October 14, 2014 7:47:47 PM UTC-5, Matthew J wrote: >> >> I had this rack made for my bad weather bike: >> https://www.flickr.com/photos/clockworkbikes/sets/72157638195903946/ >> >> Ultimat

[RBW] Re: Cool Porteur Style Rack Free for Someone Considering a Riv Custom - Complications Apply

Well, that was fast. A Rivster with a new fork design in process may be able to use. Will advise if this does not work out for him. The RBW OB is definitely the place for schemesters! On Tuesday, October 14, 2014 7:47:47 PM UTC-5, Matthew J wrote: > > I had this rack made for

[RBW] Cool Porteur Style Rack Free for Someone Considering a Riv Custom - Complications Apply

I had this rack made for my bad weather bike: https://www.flickr.com/photos/clockworkbikes/sets/72157638195903946/ Ultimately I decided the trail and geometry are not optimal for riding with significant weight above the tire. Recently had the rack taken off and am using the bike in its origin

[RBW] Re: Dynohub wheelset WITH GOODIES!

What light[s] are you using with the Velological? > -- 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

Re: [RBW] Blinking Dyno Rear Light

> I believe the European standard is to have a solid light This is correct. Perhaps there is a Japanese blinking dyno light? On Friday, October 10, 2014 2:31:54 AM UTC-5, Peter M wrote: > > I believe the European standard is to have a solid light and it would > appear as if most of these come

[RBW] Re: How to hang a dyno light without a front rack?

Under the fork crown works well https://www.flickr.com/photos/57976152@N07/8176882194/ On Monday, October 6, 2014 10:09:29 PM UTC-5, lungimsam wrote: > > Anyone hanging a dyno light on the forks? How do you do it and does it > work well? > Any tips? > Anyone doing this with an edeluxe? > -- Yo

Re: [RBW] Re: Blug post

Not an untruth, but rather a beside the point. The post is in response to a Rivendell Blug comment that a new bike will Tig some joints that in other Rivs are lugged. There is no way Riv would have commented on this at all if the Tig welding in question was the rear dropouts. On Thursday, S

Re: [RBW] Re: Blug post

Possibly correct, but completely beside the point of this topic. The Blug post in question appears to state tubes which in other Rivs are joined with lugs will be Tig welded. While there may be an outlier somewhere, dropouts typically are not joined to the chainstay with lugs. I am aware of no

[RBW] Re: Just Ride Poster Surprise

Good friend. Nice you are sharing with your class. On Thursday, September 18, 2014 12:26:37 PM UTC-5, Addison wrote: > > After Grant's reading in Reno a couple of weeks ago apparently he signed a > few of the Just Ride posters. I had a nice surprise when my friend Casey, > working as a bike co

[RBW] Re: Cambium texture question for Cambiumists

As say the others: somewhat more planted but not completely. You can still scrunch around. On Saturday, September 13, 2014 11:40:20 AM UTC-5, lungimsam wrote: > > Is it easy to slide around on the saddle? > Or do your shorts tend to stick onto that woven cloth textured saddle > surface? > I lik

[RBW] Re: Monsieur Blériot C'est Chaude!

Wow. Near double our high yesterday in Chicago. On Friday, September 12, 2014 9:02:00 PM UTC-5, Eric Norris wrote: > > *CampyOnlyGuy *(@Campyonlyguy ) > > 9/12/14, 3:45 PM > > > > C"est chaude! #Blè

Re: [RBW] Re: What is up with Brooks QC?

My Cambium is holding up beautifully. -- 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 group,

[RBW] Re: CampyOnlyGuy on Twitter: "Blėriot Baguette Transit Company"

Cool! On Tuesday, September 9, 2014 11:10:25 PM UTC-5, Eric Norris wrote: > > > https://twitter.com/Campyonlyguy/status/509514724979916800 > > > > --Eric Norris > campyo...@me.com > www.campyonly.com > campyonlyguy.blogspot.com > > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to th

Re: [RBW] Re: Well, Damn

> Thanks everyone for the kind words. It's a bit sad we live in an adversarial sort of culture, because it's really easy to see this incident from both sides. That said, > *was* going straight and the car entered my space, so... Don't even let yourself feel even a bit at fault. Left turning a

[RBW] Re: Cambium Test. & Stainless Steel Spoke Corrosion? & 7-speed Hubs?

Thanks David. Definitely interested in a black C-17 for a forthcoming build. On Thursday, September 4, 2014 8:04:56 PM UTC-5, David Banzer wrote: > > While the C17 didn't jive with me, I'd like to pass along some info. > Was at the LBS when a Brooks' rep dropped off some new Cambium samples:

Re: [RBW] Grant blamed for hacked email account?

Thanks for bringing this up. In no way is Grant at fault for a doofus spammer. -- 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

Re: [RBW] About to start experimenting with centerpulls

Bottom line is you probably need to go braze on custom to get them to work. On Sunday, August 31, 2014 7:27:22 PM UTC-5, Matthew J wrote: > > Ahh. Small world. > > In any event, I know I've seen Paul Racers with Hetres online. Here is > the correct bike: > http://ru

Re: [RBW] About to start experimenting with centerpulls

Ahh. Small world. In any event, I know I've seen Paul Racers with Hetres online. Here is the correct bike: http://ruedatropical.com/2009/12/terraferma-randonneur-ready-for-paint/ On Sunday, August 31, 2014 5:59:36 PM UTC-5, rob markwardt wrote: > > Hey that looks familiar ...it's my bike!

Re: [RBW] About to start experimenting with centerpulls

This guy had to narrow the fenders under Paul Racers but those appear to be Hetres. https://www.flickr.com/photos/32306142@N07/4669102184/in/faves-edscoble/ -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group an

[RBW] Re: Hello

Welcome. Not in New England (although love visiting) but sure want to say your Rivs are great. On Monday, August 18, 2014 10:05:58 PM UTC-5, Kevin C wrote: > > Hello - I have been a long time reader of the RBW Owners Bunch group and > finally decided to participate. Thought I would start with

[RBW] Re: Upright!

Not upright and a bit more commercial (but its Brooks, so that is acceptable, right?) but fun video nonetheless. Whoever was running the camera did a great job. Note the two riders make good time Land's End to John O'Groats without dedicated bike clothes or helmets. I need to do this ride and

Re: [RBW] Re: Upright!

-- in my stomach area. Granted that it was a > size or so too small, but I couldn't execute a tight turn because my > (slender) belly intercepted the bar. > > > On Fri, Aug 15, 2014 at 6:54 PM, Matthew J > wrote: > >> Cool video. Those racks better be strong. A

[RBW] Re: Upright!

Cool video. Those racks better be strong. A lot of adults hitching rides! On Friday, August 15, 2014 7:06:33 PM UTC-5, dougP wrote: > > In all those riders, I only noticed 3 sets of drop bars and only 2 riders > in lycra. And now I understand why the Europeans have standards for > racks. I'l

Re: [RBW] Re: Shipping, Knickers, and Newbaums. Some observation.

l > > > > > > On Thu, Aug 14, 2014 at 6:28 AM, Deacon Patrick > wrote: > >> Two excellent reasons why government has no business being in business. >> >> With abandon, >> Patrick >> >> >> On Thursday, August 14, 2014 7:17:48 AM UT

Re: [RBW] Re: Shipping, Knickers, and Newbaums. Some observation.

> Oh, and they wouldn't need zero interest loans if they weren't the only federal agency required to fully fund an employee's pension when they are hired. Find me a company that can operate in the black > under that condition. Plus Congress continues to require the USPS to deliver first class m

[RBW] Re: Flat bar Roadeo

> A rodeo with bars like this is a town bike. Maybe for some. Certainly not for all. While more common overseas than in the U.S., there are many people more than happy doing their long distance pleasure riding with flat bars. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to th

[RBW] Re: Shipping, Knickers, and Newbaums. Some observation.

I use USPS when I sell parts. I like them a lot. Less expensive, fast, reliable, and their new website is real easy to use. Living in an urban multi-family building without a doorman, USPS is the only carrier that delivers when I am not there (they have special keys that open the common door

[RBW] Re: Touring Shoes/Pedals

Just for an alternative viewpoint: My very brief experiment with clipless pedals demonstrated that having my feet locked into one position results in total agony. I move my feet around the on the pedalsa lot. My (failed) experiment resulted in someone getting a really good deal on a set

[RBW] Re: Cambium Test. & Stainless Steel Spoke Corrosion? & 7-speed Hubs?

> My understanding was that they were OEMed by Selle Italia for Brooks. Selle Italia owns Brooks. Appears the Cambium is an effort to expand sales in markets where the Brooks name is better known to customers who either want to have alternatives to their Brooks products or would not necessarily

[RBW] Re: Flat bar Roadeo

> The Ahearne/MAP bar was in theory my favourite handlebar, but turned out to be ever-ever-EVER so too-narrow for my tall self. There's something perfect about the bends and the sweep MAP also comes in an extended grip size now but I think it is about as narrow. http://www.ahearnecycles.com/sh

[RBW] Re: Flat bar Roadeo

> Jared got back to me that it's an Ahearne map bar. Nice clean look. Cool!. MAP sweeps back more than the Jitensha. I guess the angle of the Blug photos does not show as much. While I prefer the Jitensha, MAP is 25.4 so fits a wider range of stems. -- You received this message because you

Re: [RBW] Re: Touring Shoes/Pedals

> Prior to that, I'd been using clips and straps, and I have no confidence that I would have released from those, and a fair degree of confidence that I would have had seriously damaged legs. You are strapping too tight if you cannot pull out of clips and straps as fast as slipping out of clipl

[RBW] Re: Touring Shoes/Pedals

I hope to start doing some light touring around central Texas in the fall/winter/spring Thing is, shoes take up a lot of room in your luggage. If you plan to do things other than camp on your tours* you should consider riding in a pair of shoes you can walk in comfortably and will not embarras

[RBW] Re: Paul brakes, redux - Motolite clearance?

> It works great. Mine are Shimano BR-T780, which have 107 mm arms. Motolites are 104 mm so it *should* work with 50 mm tyres—depending on canti stud and fender placement, Bingo! I am having a custom built with motolites that will fit 50mm tires. Builder worked with Paul on exact post placeme

[RBW] Re: Flat bar Roadeo

Nice. On Monday, August 11, 2014 5:52:09 PM UTC-5, Trevor saxton wrote: > > I used to run a jitensha on a roadeo and had it set up as a single speed > longest ride with that set up for me was a 50km charity ride, not my > fastest 50km, but no pain whatsoever. > > https://www.flickr.com/photos/

[RBW] Re: Cambium Test. & Stainless Steel Spoke Corrosion? & 7-speed Hubs?

David: Should also say the seat post is a Paul Tall and Handsome which has modest set back. The saddle is almost smack dab in center of the post. On Monday, August 11, 2014 8:17:33 PM UTC-5, Matthew J wrote: > > My road bike is a custom with geometry similar to the Masis and DeRosas

[RBW] Re: Cambium Test. & Stainless Steel Spoke Corrosion? & 7-speed Hubs?

There is something sinister about leather having a lower input cost than rubber, if that is indeed the case. Oh I agree. In Brasil many beautiful stretches of forest where rubber trees grow naturally have been leveled for cow pasture and soy feed - much of which is used to feed cows. -- Yo

[RBW] Re: Cambium Test. & Stainless Steel Spoke Corrosion? & 7-speed Hubs?

My road bike is a custom with geometry similar to the Masis and DeRosas that were considered top of the line in the mid-1980s (wanna guess when I was a poor undergrad?). The drop bars and saddle height are even. No angle on the saddle at all (at least as well as I can tell). For the most pa

[RBW] Re: Cambium Test. & Stainless Steel Spoke Corrosion? & 7-speed Hubs?

> It also seems incredibly expensive for a piece of rubber with some fabric glued on top. Except that is not how it is made. The Fabric is infused into the rubber. Not an easy process and certainly not inexpensive. Especially so when compared to the cost of leather. There is so much tanne

[RBW] Re: Flat bar Roadeo

Looks like a Jitensha to me as well. I am a flat bar fan. Really like that Roadeo. On Monday, August 11, 2014 3:39:39 PM UTC-5, dougP wrote: > > I saw that & emailed Rivendell to find out which bar this is. Agree that > it looks good & I'm still experimenting with bars on my Atlantis. > > d

Re: [RBW] Re: Bike locks ?

> Do they really tear up your paint job on your bike? That's the only reason why I haven't bought them. You are asking this about Pitlocks or something else? If Pitlocks, the contact points are not any more than standard skewers. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to

[RBW] Re: Bike locks ?

Pitlocks work well, look good and last forever. Why are they not affordable? On Saturday, August 9, 2014 1:23:17 AM UTC-5, grrlyrida wrote: > > Here's a kickstarter for nut locks like an affordable pitlock: > > > https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/274365669/nutlock-outsmart-thieves-save-your-w

Re: [RBW] Re: One week without a front derailleur

could react if they wanted to with a couple tweaks to >>>> existing design templates. The risk of doing any of these things is >>>> mainly >>>> deciding whether people would buy them or would you be stuck recycling a >>>> lot of inventory. Act

Re: [RBW] Re: One week without a front derailleur

Of course I would way rather buy direct from White. Their stuff has always been great and I'd prefer to support them directly. I'm trying to think if anyone else makes WI compatible rings of any sort. It could be WI has IP protection for the ring/arm interface and will not license. Just thi

Re: [RBW] Re: One week without a front derailleur

> I have a VBC crankset on my road bike. It's a 44/30. I could just remove the front derailer and the 30T ring, and put on a bigger cassette. Maybe borrow the Rivvy 12-34 from my Hillborne. > That would give me a 1x9 with gears of: 35,42,50,57,66,74,85,91,99 That's what I'm thinking. --

Re: [RBW] Re: One week without a front derailleur

> I think White Industries can afford to offer a wide/narrow chainring for exactly the reasons you say that they can't afford to... Well, I certainly hope you are right. As should be clear I am both a WI and 1X fan. . Still, I wonder whether it will happen. CAM is certainly not as complica

Re: [RBW] Re: One week without a front derailleur

That is too bad. With the rise of 1x8/9/10 and now 11, I think they could really expand their customer base with a good wide-narrow option. Hopefully they change their mind in time. Agreed to a point. I like WI stuff. The more reasons to buy the better. I would love to have a WI crank on my

Re: [RBW] Re: One week without a front derailleur

Meant to add - WT has a few out of the ordinary compatibles, wonder if they might be inclined to do a WI. On Wednesday, August 6, 2014 8:31:44 PM UTC-5, Matthew J wrote: > > > They replied already, saying that they have discussed it internally, but > there is no specific plan in

Re: [RBW] Re: One week without a front derailleur

> They replied already, saying that they have discussed it internally, but there is no specific plan in place at the moment. I think White's mindset is more single speed where wide/narrow does not make a difference. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups

[RBW] Re: One week without a front derailleur

Timely revisit! Maybe others here know already but somehow I missed that Raceface now offers a narrow wide tooth chainring that purportedly reduces chain slipping in 1x set up. They come in 104, 110 and 130 bcd with a fair range of tooth choices up to 44T (might go higher but that is highest I

[RBW] Re: Compass 650B Tires - Standard Casing vs Extralight

I have 700C not 650B. Went from Cyores to Extra Light. Els are noticeably better. Expect 650B is similar. On Saturday, August 2, 2014 10:10:14 AM UTC-5, Johnny Alien wrote: > > So I am going to get some new tires for my SH. I have rocked a few tires > for this but most have been heavier weig

[RBW] Re: Crane bell metals and quick reviews. Forget frame metals discussion. Lets talk bells!

A nice loud bing that carries a good distance. On Monday, July 28, 2014 4:12:17 PM UTC-5, Montclair BobbyB wrote: > > I agree... the Spurcycle stainless bell looks awesome... But how does it > sound? > > BB > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW O

Re: [RBW] Re: NYTimes: "With carbon fiber replacing steel, bikes shatter in crashes"

> Of course if Calfee is sincerely saying that they tried and failed, that's one thing. If they have not sincerely tried to solve the problem, though and are saying "no" just to be safe, that's > something else I am not sure what the reasoning is, but even custom tour bikes made with the high

[RBW] Re: FS: Brooks Cambium C17 Slate lightly used

Love the Cambium Love! -- 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 group, send email to rb

[RBW] Re: Crane bell metals and quick reviews. Forget frame metals discussion. Lets talk bells!

>Spurcycle makes the best bell I have found. It is really nice, however it does not have quite the classic look as a brass bell. It is stunning in it's perfection and tooling. I have one on my Atlantis and have >ordered another for my mountain bike. Expensive for a bell, but worth it. Clay I ha

Re: [RBW] Re: NYTimes: "With carbon fiber replacing steel, bikes shatter in crashes"

One reckons if it were possible they would certainly be offering such a thing as one of the good things about CF construction is variations do not take a whole lot of tooling. To be clear am talking about the small operation hand built CF stuff, not the molded Steve mentions above. -- You rec

Re: [RBW] Re: NYTimes: "With carbon fiber replacing steel, bikes shatter in crashes"

> When BQ tested their first Calfee the question was > raised about rack mounts, and Calfee provided a response in a side bar: > if a bike falls over with a load on a rack, it puts an off-angle stress > on the rack and mounting points. Carbon frames when subjected to that > kind of stress ten

Re: [RBW] Cover of Bicycle Times Magazine

> I still have a box that can read zips and Connor tape drives. I'm not proud of that... i had one until last year when I bought cloud storage. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop rece

Re: [RBW] Cover of Bicycle Times Magazine

>You hush your mouth sir! Don't even suggest such a thing. >I can think of no GREATER concern than looking up old bicycle articles. Whatever impact the implosion of Google/Apple might have on my livelihood pales in comparison to the potential loss of that steady drip of, and ready access to,

Re: [RBW] Re: Cover of Bicycle Times Magazine

least of my concerns. On Wednesday, July 23, 2014 5:10:22 PM UTC-5, Steve Palincsar wrote: > > Right, you'll just save it to floppy disk. Oh, no, wait... > > - Original Message - > From: "Matthew J" > > To: rbw-owne...@googlegroups.com > Sent: Wed

[RBW] Re: Cover of Bicycle Times Magazine

Looks like a cool Euro trip set up, except no fenders?!? Been a rainy 2014 in much of Europe this year. On Thursday, July 17, 2014 5:33:40 PM UTC-5, blakcloud wrote: > > Received my digital version of the magazine and on the cover is a > Hunqapillar. > > > Check out the cover here

Re: [RBW] Re: Cover of Bicycle Times Magazine

> While I like Bicycle Times, too, and subscribe to it electronically, if you're looking for a magazine worthy of it's paper, and your time, and one that repays additional study, I recommend Bicycle Quarterly, in case you > haven't seen it or haven't read it lately! I will not subscribe to BQ a

Re: [RBW] QR question

6:57:21 AM UTC-5, Matthew J wrote: > > The original post did not say what sort of hubs were on the wheel set. I > see now the OP did later post the wheel set is based around LX. > > On Sunday, July 20, 2014 7:48:51 AM UTC-5, Christopher Murray wrote: >> >> As has alread

Re: [RBW] QR question

The original post did not say what sort of hubs were on the wheel set. I see now the OP did later post the wheel set is based around LX. On Sunday, July 20, 2014 7:48:51 AM UTC-5, Christopher Murray wrote: > > As has already been stated, Shimano hubs come with QRs so it is actually > nothing lik

Re: [RBW] QR question

QR Skewers cost money. Even basic skewers are over $20.00. If you did not order a set with your wheels you cannot expect to get them. If I order pancakes at McDonalds but no coffee, I do not think I should get coffee anyway. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Googl

[RBW] Re: QR question

I have bought wheels from Rich, Peter White, an excellent local builder, and a couple resales over the years. If the hubs in question are not sold with skewers, the wheels do not come with skewers. Based on my experience, it is industry standard (Shimano excepted) that skewers are an extra o

[RBW] Re: knicker recommendations?

>I'd recommend Beta Brand bike to work knickers, which have become my most worn pants very quickly. Looser than Swrve, tighter than Riv, and made in San Francisco. Had never heard of Beta Brand before your post. Decided to check them out. My work knickers arrived yesterday. Have not tried

Re: [RBW] Sign I need 1/8 Chain vs. 8-speed?

Which 1/8" chains are modern and different from old style ones? Wipperman makes 1/8' chains with the same alloys, plating and links as their 10 speed chains. Izumi 1/8th" Keirin chains are made to very high standards as well. On Tuesday, July 15, 2014 1:00:25 AM UTC-5, Philip Williamson wrote:

Re: [RBW] Sign I need 1/8 Chain vs. 8-speed?

Agree with Patrick M., probably an installation issue. Sheldon Brown says somewhere that modern 8/9/10 speed chains are actually stronger than single speed chains, due to all the engineering that has to go into them to make them strong enough to handle shifts under load. That assumes 1/8th inch

[RBW] Re: knicker recommendations?

Alex: Those Beta Brand have nice features at a good price. How thick are they? I like wearing knickers as they prevent uncomfortable knee sunburn. The problem I've had with the SF made shorts and tops is they do not account for the humid heat we get here in the Midwest. Aero-Tech are ligh

Re: [RBW] If you were going to go out and buy a fully modern contemporary bike, what would it be?

> The Jeff Jones bikes (and h-bar!) are thoroughly tempting. Same here. Ti Space Frame, Truss Fork, Extra Wide Rims and Tires. I'ld probably spend a lot more time looking at it than riding it. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch"

Re: [RBW] Re: Indexing Schmindexing!

> I have to agree that I find the Silvers more precise and easier to use with 9 speeds. That may explain our different experiences. The largest rear cluster I've ever had is 7. Have never had a triple crank. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW

[RBW] Re: Indexing Schmindexing!

>This time it is great. I'm not sure if the indexing is wearing out on the shifter or what. I would tend to suspect my not so great mechanic ability, but the great thing is, >it doesn't matter. I loved the friction shifting. I think I may never go back. This is one more thing that Grant is righ

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