Re: [RBW] RB-1 vs Rivendell

Addison...I THINK I recall that Legolas (Legoli) might be like the "custom" Glorius or Bomba in that Mark Nobilette will build for 3K but bike will not be painted by Joe Bell. I feel like I read this in Jan 2016 if I recall correctly. An email or phonecall could confirm this of course. BTW, Mark

Re: [RBW] RB-1 vs Rivendell

G. Petersen, from the radavist piece eight years ago: "*The Bstones were good bikes, especially considering their competition. They were lugged and steel, had classic looks and rode really well. They were excellent values and are still excellent bikes, but they would absolutely not make the sta

Re: [RBW] RB-1 vs Rivendell

I have ridden an RB-1 but only for a short ride. I also rode a Heron Road for a short ride. I had a too small for me Ram and a fit-me-perfectly Bleriot. The biggest thing that sticks out for me is how differently they felt. I liked the RB-1 and Ram, loved the Bleriot, didn't like the Heron. Citi

Re: [RBW] RB-1 vs Rivendell

Good to know about the Roadeo; one day, maybe ... Regarding the Sam Hill: I didn't like mine as a sort of heavy duty road bike, which is the niche I had in mind for it. I found it somewhat ponderous (though I wonder what a pair of nice Compass EL tires would have done to it). But man, if it had b

[RBW] RB-1 vs Rivendell

I have never ridden an RB-1, Ram or Legolas so this can be considered worthless opinion... but I went from riding a Sam daily for 6 years to a Roadeo a few months ago, and I love the Roadeo so much that I think everyone who likes any type of athletic riding and appreciates Riv virtues should get

Re: [RBW] RB-1 vs Rivendell

Was Ishiwata 022 with 019 fork On Saturday, March 4, 2017 at 3:02:27 PM UTC-6, Patrick Moore wrote: > > Interesting comparisons. Does anyone know what the RB-1s tubing is? I > thought that the Ram had pretty conventional tubing thickness. Or is the > difference entirely in the geometry? > >

Re: [RBW] RB-1 vs Rivendell

I came across this from a 2009 Bike Radar article: http://www.bikeradar.com/us/news/article/first-look-rivendell-roadeo-steel-club-racer-22939/ And from 13 years ago. Mr. Love still posts on the Boblist (and perhaps CR too). murraylove Ju

[RBW] RB-1 vs Rivendell

I'd keep the RB-1 and ride it for the season and acclimate to its peculiarities. Give it a chance to show you what it can do. You might end up wanting to hang on to it. If not, you'll know that moving on to something else is the right decision. Bill Eberle Columbus, Ohio -- You received this

Re: [RBW] RB-1 vs Rivendell

Keith is right about RB-1 vs. Ram, they're really only similar in that they both use lugged steel and road brakes: Ram is much more of a sport tourer compared to the racey feel of the RB. I suspect the Roadeo and Legolas are racier. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to t

Re: [RBW] RB-1 vs Rivendell

Thanks. I'd be interested to hear more about the difference in the ride and "feel" of the RB-1 and the Roadeo and Ram (and between the Ram and the Roadeo, for that matter). I've toyed with the idea of buying an RB-1, dreamed of owning a Roadeo, and actually owned a Ram. On Sat, Mar 4, 2017 at 3:29

Re: [RBW] RB-1 vs Rivendell

Grant has written quite a bit about the Bridgestone bikes (including their quality compared to Rivs). I'm sure you can find some of it with a quick google search. Cheers! Chris -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscri

Re: [RBW] RB-1 vs Rivendell

Interesting comparisons. Does anyone know what the RB-1s tubing is? I thought that the Ram had pretty conventional tubing thickness. Or is the difference entirely in the geometry? Bo: Funny you didn't like the Legolas. What about it didn't you like? Was it only the wheels? I thought that, generall

[RBW] RB-1 vs Rivendell

I cant speak to the legolas, but have a 93 RB-1 and several Rivendells, including a Rambouillet which is closer to a traditional, quick road bike than most of the models they've made. To me, the RB and the rivs are entirely different animals, and its almost impossible to find similarities. T

Re: [RBW] RB-1 vs Rivendell

I love my 1989 RB-2 but it also is rebuilt with newish parts. Rides like a dream http://reno-rambler.blogspot.com/2016/10/bridgestone-bike-project-part-3finished.html I too lust after a Legolas...anybody have the old geometry chart for those? And how much are they running now? Comparable to th

[RBW] RB-1 vs Rivendell

i never liked the RB2 I had i didnt much like the legolas i rode but i think it was the 650b wheels. shore was pretty i love my rambouillet and with the new chain and tuned brakes i am astounded at how well i like my atlantis wven unloaded bo bellingham cold wet snow coming down outside -- You

[RBW] RB-1 vs Rivendell

Will the Legolas ride better? Probably in some way you will notice, but it won't make your RB seem like junk. Should you sell the RB and buy a Legolas? YES! Legolas is a habdbuilt MUSA frame with gorgeous lugs and paint, and you've always wanted one. Also, RB-1s have hit that tipping point where

[RBW] RB-1 vs Rivendell

I've finished building a complete NOS 1993 RB-1 and now I'm wondering, having always hankered for a Rivendell, a Legolas in particular, if I should try to sell it and start fresh. Would the Riv ride much better? The Bridgestone was a frameset that a rep gave his cousin, was never built, and it