[RBW] Searching for a cheapo saddle with B17 like fit

Keep your B17 on the bike. Go to bicyclebolts.com and buy and install their security seat post bolt, and security saddle clamp bolts. -- 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] Re: Measuring sit bones: hilarity ensues

Try your LBS. some of them have a thermopedic memory foam type bench you can sit on that leaves sit bone indents in the material for you to measure. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop re

[RBW] Re: Didn't see that coming... Segmented Cast Fork Crown on BLUG

Just call RBW to find out what is going on. Then you can decide if you want the Hunq or if you wanna wait. I will say that the Hunqs sure are pretty. Is it intended as a tourer or Mountainbike? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" grou

[RBW] Re: Nervous about my first Riv: Ordered a Cheviot today!

Yes, they will install fenders for you if you want, for a fee. At least they did in 2013. -- 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: Rivet review?

Too bad they don't make a sprung saddle. -- 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

Re: [RBW] Re: Nervous about my first Riv: Ordered a Cheviot today!

Congrats!!! New Rivendells look much better in person, so I think you will be amazed at how great it looks when you get it! Don't worry about sight unseen. Rivbikes are ultra high quality bikes. Some of the finest on the planet. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Goo

[RBW] Re: PSA: 54 Bleriot on Bay Area CL - $995!

I had a 55 (came with pump peg) I have a 53 (no peg) >From that I am assuming anything without a peg is 53 or smaller. I have an 82 pbh. 5' 7 3/4" tall The 53 rides better for me. Both standovers were fine for me. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW

[RBW] Question about Imperial saddles

Brooks leather saddles develop butt bone spot detents, yet the middle part of the saddle stays at original height. Like this (This is Tony D.'s saddle): https://www.flickr.com/photos/70237737@N00/11608474323/in/album-72157639124322684/ Brooks Imperial saddles have a lengthwise cutout. When the

[RBW] Cambium bartape.

Anyone have it? Shellaced it? How is it? wallbike.com sells it. -- 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

Re: [RBW] Re: I was turning left this morning

It happened again today! Some guy in carbon kit came up the wrong side of the shoulder at me and the wife. For his safety I told him "Don't ride against traffic. You'll get hit.". That's about all the speaking time I had while he passed by. Later, on the trip home I saw him riding on another st

[RBW] Re: I was turning left this morning

Lately I've had trouble from other cyclists! Several times cyclists have been riding the wrong way, towards me on the shoulder, which sometimes forced me into the lane to go around them. This week as I was driving, two cyclists came riding abreast down a ramp head on towards me, forcing me to sto

Re: [RBW] Re: FS 54 Saluki

Gorgeous bike. And cantis! Makes it easy to install racks and fenders! -- 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...@googlegr

[RBW] I can't get the shifting dialed in

Another idea: 7. Replace shifter cable housings and make sure they run free with no tight bends along their trajectories. Are they run under bar tape? Try running them free like RBW does it for softer curves and less possibility of binding. Is a front rack bag sitting on top of the cables? Flip

[RBW] I can't get the shifting dialed in

This is a 9speed drivetrain with Silver bar end shifters. My thoughts are: 1. Tighten up the D-rings in the bar end shifters. When they get loose, shifting stars jumping around. May need tightening twice a week or more. Beeswax works good on the Dribg bolt threads to keep them tight a long time.

Re: [RBW] Anyone riding PBP on a Riv this year?

Sounds like a wonderful Hilsen. Got any pics we could see? Eyes are drooling. -- 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...@go

[RBW] Anyone riding PBP on a Riv this year?

Just wundrin'. -- 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 rbw-owners

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

I'm thinking cantis, so there is nothing but air between the tire and fork crown, in which to mount fenders as high as possible, and to be able to mount a rack through the fork crown without having to bend a tang over/under sidepull/centerpull calipers. -- You received this message because you

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

Yes, the title could have been more clear. Sorry about that. Specifically I meant to ask if the sliding tang is a design safety vulnerability. I really want to get a canti brake bike for my next bike to avoid this and have a rigid, non-adjustable strutted rack to avoid any rotate-able bolt-on s

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

I was told by RBW that using the 4 strut method brings the rating up to about 6lbs, only, and put an irish strap on it. -- 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] Rambouillet vs. Bleriot: your take on it.

1. If you have owned both, what are the diffs in ride quality? 2. How does the 700c or 26" wheels make it feel different than the 650b Bleriot? 3. Front loads. Do they both carry them well? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group.

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

Maybe spot welding the tang for and aft of the bolts would work, once you got it centered where you need it on your bike. I was also recommended to use a strap by an RBW employee. That's not confidence building. What puzzles me is the M18 is rated at a 17lb load the Marks is only 4 lbs. But th

[RBW] Are all blue Rambouillets 700c, and another frame question?

1. Are all blue Rambouillets 700c? 2. At what size do you start getting into (if any on these bikes) the "problems" of small sized bikes? 52? 50? I notice they have different rakes, CS lengths, head tube tilt, and drop than the other sizes. http://www.cyclofiend.com/rbw/rambouillet/rambflyer/17.h

Re: [RBW] Re: Necro-stock! A shop with a new Rambouillet frame in stock?

I like that Rambos have the DR shifter brazeons. Want to try DTubin but my Sam and Bleriot no gots. Blue is my fav but I was once in email talks with borichardson from here about buying his green 56. I think it was bo. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Grou

[RBW] Re: Necro-stock! A shop with a new Rambouillet frame in stock?

Maybe my currency app needs an update. -- 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: Necro-stock! A shop with a new Rambouillet frame in stock?

165k Japanese=$1822.8US That's not bad for a complete bike with Rivbiild parts, as a complete one was mentioned ~$2,200 iirc in the Riv Rambrochure from RBW. But if that's F/F only, no way man -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" g

[RBW] Re: Necro-stock! A shop with a new Rambouillet frame in stock?

I've wanted a blue one for a while now but I think I'm a 54. I made a chart of Rivbikes and my sizes for them. Is that a reputable dealer? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving ema

[RBW] Re: Sunday Morning Coffee

Thanks for sharing. Nice pic. What's with the locks on bridges these days? I first saw this done in some movie staged in France, where there was a bridge with tons of locks on it. Now I'm starting to see this in the USA. Unless a lot of bikes are getting stolen and the crooks are leaving the Ma

[RBW] Re: BoyzontheHoods Summer Skool Sessions #2 – Peninsula MTBrevet

I like that pic as the header. All those different poses make a pic much more interesting than everyone standing uniform for a smile. Dog on the bike was cool, but that I am scared that the dog will be history first time Dad falls off the bike. Scary! Did the fiber fix spoke work well? -- Yo

[RBW] Re: Recommend R559 pads please

What brakes ? Tektro R559 What rims ? Grand Bois 650b, Synergy 650b Are your brakes great in the dry ? Yes. But could be better when braking at the end of downhills. Are you positive the brake is setup correctly ? Yes, as far as I know. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to

[RBW] Recommend R559 pads please

The standard black ones are bad in the wet. I found the red Yokozunas better, but not tons better. After sitting unridden for two weeks, they are now operating less effectively in the dry. Maybe they need a filing. Maybe the rims got dusty? I guess Koolstops are the next stop? -- You received

[RBW] Mark's/M18 failures?

How has your Marks or M18 front rack held up over the years? Do the tang bolts loosen, or has everything stayed put for you? . -- 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: Stolen Rambouillet UPDATE!

May we see some of that video? On Monday, June 22, 2015 at 5:54:48 PM UTC-4, Mark Wilkins wrote: > Just spotted my blue ram, stolen in December, locked to a rack in downtown > Harrisburg, PA. Waiting for police (1hr so far) > > Can't believe it! > > Sent from my iPhone -- You re

[RBW] Where you on River Road Thursday?

Saw an orange Sam or Cheviot, not sure which. At least it looked like a Rivendell. Orange, looked like a Bronze colored headbadge. I was on my Bleriot and didn't stop to chat, though I should have. So if it was you let me know and let's do some Riv-riding! -- You received this message because y

Re: [RBW] Stolen Rambouillet UPDATE!

Congrats! What a story!! -- 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

[RBW] bb cable guide channel question

Bleriots were made with metal shifter cable guide channels that are molded into the bb shell. They are not the bolt on kind. My Bleriot was originally built up with some plastic tubing that lays onto the guide channels. But sometimes I find they have popped out, and the cables and tubes run out

[RBW] Re: FS 54 Saluki

I was just in Oahu...Waikiki...Kailua...Pali Overlook...Shark's Cove...wild chickens everywhere...sigh... -- 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 r

Re: [RBW] 650b Rim: Dyad or A23

Have you looked at the Grand Bois 650b rim? I like mine slot. Sourced by my LBS but also can get through Compass Cycles. -- 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

[RBW] Re: ID or suggest front rack for Betty Foy?

The NITTO M18 looks like a Mark's rack, but holds much more weight (~17lbs.) I don't know why since they look identical to me, except the Mark's rack has two more strut tabs and a tab on the front edge of the rack. http://www16.ocn.ne.jp/~nitto210/carrier-E.html -- You received this message bec

[RBW] Re: First trip to riv

What Randonee do you have? -- 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 t

[RBW] AHH Brake Ideas

This is one of the reasons why I hope to get cantis on my next bike. No brakes in the way of fender or tire or rack strut clearance. -- 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 fro

[RBW] Re: My 60cm, Sweet Betty for sale

Teachers work hard for two things... ...July and August! -- 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] killed my first Cygolite

Time for a dyno setup -- 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 rbw

Re: [RBW] Re: Local Rivendell Dealer suggestions for DELMARVA area?

I read that some 650b rims take lighter spoke tension than 700c, and that over tensioning leads to bad stuff happening to the rim on whatever those models are. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group a

[RBW] Re: My 60cm, Sweet Betty for sale

Miesha should autograph the cork grips! -- 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: how do you carry your loaded bike?

How does a person pedal uphill with 50-60lbs on their bike. It was all I could do to ride up 7% grades in my lowest gear at the end of the last ride I did with just a light front handlebar load on the bike. My engine was blown at the time but still.., -- You received this message because you a

[RBW] Re: Local Rivendell Dealer suggestions for DELMARVA area?

RE: the Ed Felker post. Wow 1200k! I am just getting my toes wet into Randonneuring and struggled on a recent 120k with 4800ft of climbing. I cannot imaging how to get enough fitness to do a 1200k! I am puzzled. Back on topic: It would be nice to have a Riv dealer close by, so I would be confide

Re: [RBW] Nominating Dealers for Sams and Clems

College Park Bikes and Mt Airy bikes are Rivish shops. But I think the owner knows Grant personally so probable that it's no need to inform RBW about them. Why is RBW looking for dealers? I thought they don't do that anymore? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google

Re: [RBW] Re: "Last run" of Sams?

I am calling it the USA side because it puts the light in the travel lane when riding on the shoulder or near the fog line in the USA. Any mounting position that works to ones taste is the correct mounting position of course. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Googl

[RBW] "Sam-in" protest. Be there or be square tapered!

Update: In memory of Rambouillets, every Sam will be sporting black bartape that day. So order up some black Newbaums today! -- 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, s

[RBW] "Sam-in" protest. Be there or be square tapered!

Tune up, turn on your headlights, and drop out your wheels from their dropouts as we ride upstream from Golden Gate Bridge to RBW headquarters and park, laying or kick stand-ing every Sam Hillborne world-wide in front of RBW, blocking receipt of the first batch of Clem frames when they arrive at

Re: [RBW] Re: "Last run" of Sams?

I'm calling the non-drive side of the bike the USA side. I don't think there is a right or wrong side to install a light, though. Just personal preference. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and s

Re: [RBW] Re: "Last run" of Sams?

A super lightweight, thin walled, low trailed, canti'd, Rivrando machine with an integrated SILVER front rack with light mount on the USA side of the rack and integrated light wiring/carbon brush in the steerer would make me very interested. And it's something they haven't done before. And it

[RBW] Re: Oregon Outback

Congrats on the successful rides! Must have bee a lot of fun. -- 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: "Last run" of Sams?

I'd like to see a super lightweight tubing Rivendell road bike made for upright, or low bars set up. Why pedal around anymore bulk than necessary, and they already have plenty-o-beefy frames on the roster for touring/heavy loading as is. -- You received this message because you are subscribed

[RBW] Your Boulder and Rivendell compare/contrast.

So, what are the similarities/diffs between your Boulders and Rivbikes? Is there a characteristic ride quality of each that stands out? -- 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

[RBW] Re: Saluki on it's way back

Impressive!! That was a fast build!! I am always impressed by people who can full wrench on their bikes. So cool! -- 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] Re: 160 pound bike lock for A. Homer Hilsen

That's interesting. My wife is from China, and I see a lot of people there pedal with the saddles "too low" compared to our western ideas. She has several relatives who have ridden for years that way and their knees are fine, she says, so maybe we westerners are doing something wrong. -- You

[RBW] Re: 160 pound bike lock for A. Homer Hilsen

Here is a funny video of a dog guarding the owner's bike, and then climbing up onto the rack to ride off with the owner. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6HB-DKO1Xmk -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this g

[RBW] Re: 160 pound bike lock for A. Homer Hilsen

For lighter weight security, Pomeranians are great. They are lighter, in case you have a hilly ride, and easier to take off/on the bike during pit stops. You don't have to share whatever you buy from the convenience store, either. A Tibetan Mastiff can throw an awful tantrum and just sit on your

[RBW] Re: 160 pound bike lock for A. Homer Hilsen

Caption for the bike/dog pic: "You toucha my bike, I breaka you face." Remember that commercial from the 70's? -- 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

[RBW] Re: Saluki on it's way back

Congrats on getting the frame back, Tony! Wow! Are those dyno light wire braze-ons from RBW, or did you get them brazed on while they were repairing the fork? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group a

[RBW] Re: FS: Rivish stuff and not so Rivish stuff.

*Bump, some stuffs still available.* 1. Used size 44 Specialized road shoes, used, but with new inserts.- 35$ 2. New Speedplay light action cleat covers - 8$ 3. Used Velo cheapy black saddle-10$ 4.a. Used black aluminum Seatpost (30.9) -15$ 4.b.New Mr.Tuffy 700c ultralightweight tire liners - 10

[RBW] FS: 42 NITTO Noodle

Newish. ~500 miles on it? It is a 42cm bar. $50 shipped CONUS -- 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] RBW Osaka Roadie clip bell loud enough?

It's very small so I was wondering before buying. Thanks for any info on this. Please state if yours is brass or aluminum. Thanks. -- 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: Babyshoe Pass or Loup Loup Pass for my Sam

What kinda fenders? -- 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 rbw-

[RBW] Re: What do Rivendell Riders use for wheel security?

Tony, I once had *Zefal Lock and Roll locking skewers*. I still have a few. You turn the bike upside down, put them on like a normal skewer, then flip your bike upright. As long as the bike is upright, you cannot open them. I think the mechanism is a little ball bearing inside the cam or somethi

[RBW] What do Rivendell Riders use for wheel security?

Looking for something for me wheels so I only have to lock the frame at stops. I know about Pitlock type skewers. -- 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 emai

[RBW] MUSA knickers and eating bacon!

On the flip side of this, I just saw a documentary about plant based diets. The scientists were saying that eating animal products causes skyrocketing cancer stats in animal eating populations. This is what upsets me about hearing about these diets - no one agrees and each side has "proofs" to b

[RBW] MUSA knickers and eating bacon!

Sounds interesting. But I can't get past what all the fatty food might do to my arteries. -- 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: Cut Brooks

So did it give you the perennium relief you were looking for? -- 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: Saddlebag Support Suggestions.

In the interest of safety, note that a Mark's rack is weight restricted to 4.5 lbs., I think, according to the RBW site's description of it. And the RBW site gives very strong warnings about not overloading the racks they sell. Read here: http://www.rivbike.com/Racks-s/114.htm -- You received t

[RBW] Re: NEW LOOK FOR THE WEBSITE!!!!

I was thinking it would be cool to have pages for former models. Be fun to have a page for each discontinued model with some nice pics and info. They seem proud of their bikes and so it would make sense to have an archive on their web property. -- You received this message because you are s

[RBW] Re: New Build Complete: Saluki

Nice bike! I like that cable tube for the rear brake. Very unique. Where are the shifters? I am guessing thumb shifters on the bar tops? On Saturday, May 9, 2015 at 11:03:30 PM UTC-4, Kellie wrote: > Took a few months, but finally done. > > >

[RBW] Re: Mothers Day Chev

Beautiful! Awesome rack! Nice place to build a bike. Much better than in the garage! Did she see it yet? Been trying to convince my wife to let me get her a Rivmixte for a while now. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To uns

[RBW] What do Rivendell Riders use for a multi-tool?

Specifically looking for something with wrenches on it for tightening fender stay nuts, etc. -- 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: FS: Brooks, Sugino, Shimano, MKS, MAFAC

How much is shipping for the bungalow to 21045? -- 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 th

[RBW] Re: Rivs and Disc Brakes

Is it possible to repair disk setups on the roadside? I wouldn't want to be stranded with a blown tube, or loss of fluid, or something else wrong that isn't fixable roadside. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe f

[RBW] Re: Pushing the boundaries till they push back

Sounds like a fun ride. Hope you are feeling better. -- 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

[RBW] Re: Pushing the boundaries till they push back

Sounds like a fun ride. Hope you are feeling better. What is a creosote pole? How do they blow up? -- 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

[RBW] Re: Dyno hub/light vibrations through handlebars question...

Thanks, Jim and Will. Will, when you say that some SON hubs are buzzier than others, do you mean between different models, or even among the same model, they buzz differently? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe

[RBW] Dyno hub/light vibrations through handlebars question...

I have a SON Deluxe wide body hub with an upside down Edelux II light. The light is great, but I feel some vibration in the handlebars when the bike is over 20mph. 1. Is this normal for this kind of hub? 2. Is there any way to get rid of the vibrations? Light is mounted to my front rack eyelet.

[RBW] Re: Brake Squeal

I use the Yokozuna/Mathauser salmons riv sells for the R559 brakes, if you have those brakes. No squeal so far. -- 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

[RBW] Re: Brake Squeal

Do you have canti-s/center/sidepulls? -- 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, s

[RBW] Re: Any doing Oregon Outback?

So are there two events there? I heard of some doing it like a non-stop brevet, and some bike-packing it over days. Or is it one event, and anything goes? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and s

[RBW] Re: Where do you mount your lights?

I have heard it recommended to use a helmet light, even with dyno lights, for the purpose of seeing where you are turning, like you described. Also, it'll light things up for night time flat/mechanical repairs should you need it. Also, no matter how good the dyno light, it is reported that people

[RBW] Re: 51cm Sam Hillborne build: advice?

You should also measure the width of your fork blades. Sometimes this is the limiting factor. FOr instance, Honjo H-50 fenders fit in the Tektro R559 brakes great on my Bleriot, but I only have about 1mm of airspace between the sides of the fenders and the inside of the fork blades. So they jus

[RBW] Re: FS: Rivendell Road Standard, whole bike or f/f - Near-New

Wow. Very pretty. Love the looks of those brifter paddles. Very classy with the cutout. -- 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+uns

[RBW] Re: Six Pillars Century Ride Cambridge, MD 2015

Any updates on your Saluki, Tony? -- 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

[RBW] Re: New custom bag from David Banzer/Treetop Bags

Yeah, metallic has the sparkly stuff in it. But yours looks so good it don't need no sparkles. You mean 26"x32mm Compass tires? What's 571? 650c? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiv

[RBW] Re: New custom bag from David Banzer/Treetop Bags

Cool bag! Neat bottle holder/divider! That's a beautiful bike. I love the colors. Is it a metallic finish? Blue is my favorite color. -- 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

[RBW] Re: I love my Quickbeam.

Congrats! It is so great to have a bike that feels so good to ride, and so pretty to look at! -- 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-bu

[RBW] Re: Rivendell Speedblend tires! Wanna try them?

I was wondering what size, but forgot you mentioned that in the original post. Too bad they are 700c! Or I could take pics of them riding around here in Maryland! I only have 650b bikes. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To

[RBW] Re: Six Pillars Century Ride Cambridge, MD 2015

Thanks, everybody. It was so much fun. It is a very friendly and pleasant century, and I highly recommend it. Very pleasant riding as long as the headwinds are few. Last year there were virtually none. I remember I also saw a black (carbon?) Calfee tandem. So add that to the list of interesting

[RBW] Re: Brake Squeal

I don't toe in. I loosen the shoes and I just press the pads flat against the rims at the same time. I use a small bungee cord to hold the brake lever down to hold pads against rim simultaneously while I adjust the shoes up and down tilt/height against the braking surface of the rim 'til I get i

[RBW] Six Pillars Century Ride Cambridge, MD 2015

*The Ride:* 7th annual Six Pillars Century Ride in Cambridge, MD/Chesapeake Bay area. A flat century from Historic Cambridge through Maryland Eastern Shore forested farmland and Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge. Supported with smallish, but full service, rest stops. I guess about 1500 people

Re: [RBW] Re: Rivendell Speedblend tires! Wanna try them?

650b or 700c? -- 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 rbw-owners-

[RBW] Using Boulders stiffener with a Bertoud bag and Bertoud decaler

http://boulderbicycle.blogspot.com/2010/06/june-11-2010-berthoud-handlebar-bag.html?m=1 -- 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+unsu

Re: [RBW] Installing the Bertoud Decaleur

Boulder has a blog post about this stiffener and how to attach to a Bertoud decaler: http://boulderbicycle.blogspot.com/2010/06/june-11-2010-berthoud-handlebar-bag.html?m=1 -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe fro

[RBW] Re: Mark's Legolas on the Blug - Repainted

I like metallic sparkly paint jobs on bikes, like the Bleriot has. -- 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.

[RBW] Re: So is it the pedals or is it the shoes that count?

Yes, the pedal change over the shoe change seems like a better option to try first, because, if successful, then I can wear any shoe and not be tied to a single shoe for cycling. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscri

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