Re: [RBW] RoadUno build anticipation

Hi Doug, Yes, you can shellac cloth tape wrapped over padded tape. Good luck, shoji Arlington MA On Saturday, September 7, 2024 at 2:07:39 PM UTC-4 Doug Van Cleve wrote: > Hey Bill (or anyone with an informed opinion), > > Can cloth tape wrapped over padded tape still be shellacked? I'm going

Re: [RBW] RoadUno build anticipation

Hey Bill (or anyone with an informed opinion), Can cloth tape wrapped over padded tape still be shellacked? I'm going to be wrapping a Chocomoose forward of the brake levers, and a bit more girth and some cush would be nice but I do want to shellac to match a honey Brooks... Thanks, Doug Going t

[RBW] Roaduno spotted in Ann Arbor

Any member here? It is a mustard Roaduno with what appears to be a dynamo front hub. Would love to throw a leg over it if it's a 54.5 to check sizing.. thanks :) -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this gr

Re: [RBW] Roaduno vs. Quickbeam

It was excellent to meet you, Andrew, but sorry to complicate your bike shopping! Kind of an apples-oranges comparison in my mind, a good reason to have both. N+1! Neal Lerner Brookline MA On Friday, September 6, 2024 at 8:01:52 AM UTC-4 ajanj...@gmail.com wrote: > All this love for my Quickbea

Re: [RBW] Roaduno vs. Quickbeam

All this love for my Quickbeam is making me want to stick with it! The QB is a 56 and the Roaduno is a 54.5 –– Andrew Janjigian website: www.wordloaf.org newsletter: newsletter.wordloaf.org book: bread baker’s pocket companion

Re: [RBW] RoadUno build anticipation

VO Klunker handlebars. Laing On Thu, Aug 15, 2024 at 8:27 PM Richard Rose wrote: > Fantastic! What is the handlebar? > Sent from my iPhone > > On Aug 15, 2024, at 11:11 AM, Laing Conley wrote: > >  > I am trying to figure out whether to go with the purple MKS XC-III Bear > Trap pedals or the

Re: [RBW] RoadUno build anticipation

Fantastic! What is the handlebar?Sent from my iPhoneOn Aug 15, 2024, at 11:11 AM, Laing Conley wrote:I am trying to figure out whether to go with the purple MKS XC-III Bear Trap pedals or the purple Deity TMAC pedals on the purple RoadUno frame: Brooks grips and aged B-68 with yellow lacing. I do

[RBW] RoadUno build anticipation

I'm eagerly waiting for the container to get to Walnut Creek. Today my grips came in. I'm going with a Silver RoadUno, which features purples in the graphics. I bought purple Vans Lock on grips, whose clamps match a very cool oil slick purple Affinity 15mm mini ratchet wrench that I already

Re: [RBW] Roaduno - Are you buying one?

I'd go with a Mustard complete and make any changes once I rode it a bit. * If I were to get one*, but like Mike M pointed out a few posts back: You lost me at "Long-reach sidepull." I used to have a Quickbeam that I REALLY enjoyed with cantilever brakes and I have a Frank Jones now that I l

Re: [RBW] Roaduno - Are you buying one?

Purple, 54.5 frame. Silver parts from the stash, maybe old Campagnolo Nuovo Record or Tipo or Sansin HF hubs, NOS Stronglight/Spidel 93 crankset. Maybe manual 2 speed - Double freewheel and double crank, 3 tooth difference on each to keep the wheel in the same location. Fattest tires that fit. VO K

Re: [RBW] Roaduno - Are you buying one?

Two comments: 1. If you're close-by enough, go ride the demo bike(s) when they are built. That will probably confirm your current path, but maybe it'll surprise you. There really has never been a bike exactly like this, even if it has turned into something that doesn't match your vision of

Re: [RBW] Roaduno - Are you buying one?

I was so excited about this bike when it was initially in the planning stages about 2 years ago. I was psyched about a true Rivendell singlespeed that would take wide-ish tires and have that smooth geometry. Was in communication with Will and Grant, got confirmation of 650b, 120 rear spacing, c

Re: [RBW] Roaduno - Are you buying one?

I've gone back and forth on the Roaduno. The majority of my bikes are set up single speed when I first heard about it I was enamored. My enthusiasm waned when I heard it would be more of a homer SS vs a clem SS (I think the very first info was talking tire sizes in the 55 range?). Then the photo

Re: [RBW] Roaduno - Are you buying one?

I am *very* much considering a 47.5 complete and I'm assuming that size will be a 650b wheel. Currently deciding between silver or mustard, but I wouldn't be mad at purple either. My first bmx bike as a kid was purple. I plan to run it single-speed, but take comfort in knowing it can easily tra

Re: [RBW] Roaduno - Are you buying one?

Strongly leaning toward one… Complete, probably mustard. On Sunday, June 23, 2024 at 9:15:44 PM UTC-4 philip@gmail.com wrote: > 🙋🏻‍♂️ > > Silver. Frame and fork. > > Build ready to go! > > P. W. > ~ > (917) 514-2207 > ~ > > > > > On Jun 23, 2024, at 1:59 PM, Doug H. wrote: > > The Roaduno s

Re: [RBW] Roaduno - Are you buying one?

🙋🏻‍♂️Silver. Frame and fork.Build ready to go!P. W.~(917) 514-2207~On Jun 23, 2024, at 1:59 PM, Doug H. wrote:The Roaduno sale begins Thursday June 27th noon Pacific time. Who is planning to buy one? Will you buy a frameset to build up or a complete? Color preference?I'm curious as to the demand

[RBW] Roaduno - Are you buying one?

The Roaduno sale begins Thursday June 27th noon Pacific time. Who is planning to buy one? Will you buy a frameset to build up or a complete? Color preference? I'm curious as to the demand for this bike. It's not JUST a single speed which I think is cool. And, cool is good in my lingo. What do y

Re: [RBW] Roaduno and the state of single speed bikes

Johnny Alien said: "I am confused..." but then explained why he doesn't want to buy a Roaduno. You don't sound confused to me. You sound like you've considered the bike and don't want to buy one. I'm not going to buy one either, but my reasons are different. Bill Lindsay El Cerrito, CA On

Re: [RBW] Roaduno and the state of single speed bikes

On Sunday, February 4, 2024 at 10:12:07 AM UTC-7 Johnny Alien wrote: I am confused and its probably just that I am not the market for a bike like this. I feel like once you decide you want a few gears its easier to do a 1x7 for limited gears than 3x1. And big jumps on the front will be fidgit

Re: [RBW] Roaduno and the state of single speed bikes

...why that minutia about dropout construction and connection methods matters is this: Even with the longer chainstays, it may actually be more difficult to spead the rear end to 130 or 135mm. I haven't tried, but it seems logical when you look at the dropouts. With the QB and its brazed-in

Re: [RBW] Roaduno and the state of single speed bikes

I am confused and its probably just that I am not the market for a bike like this. I feel like once you decide you want a few gears its easier to do a 1x7 for limited gears than 3x1. And big jumps on the front will be fidgity anyway. Understanding that the idea is to stick in one gear most of t

Re: [RBW] Roaduno and the state of single speed bikes

While im at it: Seat stays: QB and SO attached to the seat tube cluster with traditional brazed "spoons." Unlike their contemporary production models (rambouillet, saluki, atlantis), they weren't double-tapered (they only got skinnier at the bottom end) so that fewer lengths were needed. Fra

Re: [RBW] Roaduno and the state of single speed bikes

I believe that the Roaduno is going to be 120mm spaced, just like the Quickbeam/Simple One and Frank Jones Sr. (I'm going from memory from following the updates too, though). The idea behind the hanger is more that it could accommodate a chain tensioner than a derailleur. For whatever reason

Re: [RBW] Roaduno and the state of single speed bikes

I think the 2x1 or 3x1 concept around the Roaduno is brilliant. Flatlanders can go 1x1. Rolling hills or windy conditions might make a 2x1 appropriate. 3x1 for truly hilly places. It's genius, IMO Bill Lindsay El Cerrito, CA On Sunday, February 4, 2024 at 7:23:16 AM UTC-8 rmro...@gmail.com w

Re: [RBW] Roaduno and the state of single speed bikes

If my FJ had a derailleur hanger, I’d be constantly tempted to turn it into a 1X or 2X 5 or 6. 120mm rear spacing and the difficulties of mounting a derailleur under track forks keeps me in line. As I recall, the Roaduno has wider rear end to go with the hanger-equipped dropouts, so there are a

Re: [RBW] Roaduno and the state of single speed bikes

Arthur, very interesting re Frank Jones. Although I had heard of that bike I am not familiar with it. How is it different from the Roaduno? Yesterdays update reinforces my suspicion that there may be nothing else quite like the new bike.Sent from my iPhoneOn Feb 3, 2024, at 9:04 AM, Arthur Mayfield

Re: [RBW] Roaduno and the state of single speed bikes

Not what else is out there, but what should be—Rivendell should bring back the Frank Jones. 700c, sidepull brakes, 120mm rear hub, fully lugged, fits up to 42mm tires (I have 32s with PDW fenders). I have three Rivs (FJ, Platy, caliper Sam), but my FJ is what I think of when I want to ride simp

Re: [RBW] Roaduno and the state of single speed bikes

The Surly Steamroller can take a 38mm tire, but no fender. The sadly out of production Cross Check could do a 38mm with a fender. Eric On Fri, Feb 2, 2024 at 5:16 PM Edwin W wrote: > I like single speed bikes, many like single speed bikes. The simplicity, > the possibility of fixed gear, it is

Re: [RBW] Roaduno and the state of single speed bikes

More particularly, what else is out there with long stays & wheelbase, is fully lugged & has beautiful paint / graphics?Sent from my iPhoneOn Feb 2, 2024, at 5:16 PM, Edwin W wrote:I like single speed bikes, many like single speed bikes. The simplicity, the possibility of fixed gear, it is the ep

[RBW] Roaduno and the state of single speed bikes

I like single speed bikes, many like single speed bikes. The simplicity, the possibility of fixed gear, it is the epitome of biking for me, I think. I like the idea of the roaduno. So far it looks like it will have 700c/622 wheel size, long reach side pull brakes. Rear facing drop outs. Those ar

Re: [RBW] Roaduno

I have the Racers on my Homer. Love the modulation and power. They are paired with TRP RRL levers. As someone mentioned above the biggest tire you can fit in there without deflating is 38mm. Oh well. Josh Seattle, WA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups

Re: [RBW] Roaduno

If you watch that video from the youtube link at the end, he explains why the Racer is stiffer than more-common long-reach brakes. On Tuesday, January 9, 2024 at 10:04:14 PM UTC-7 iamkeith wrote: > That's interesting. The website definitely says that the racer was > originally designed to work

Re: [RBW] Roaduno

That's interesting. The website definitely says that the racer was originally designed to work with dedicated posts, but Paul has previously acknowledged that it was created per a request from Grant, with the rirst useage being the Saluki. That bike never came with direct- mount center-pull b

Re: [RBW] Roaduno

"The Paul Long Reach racers stop very, very well. I have the braze-on version, on a Tony Pereira. " Yes, the *braze-on version* is a good brake - I had them on my Rambler and was mostly satisfied with their stopping power. I was not happy that the absolute widest tire that would clear the thin

Re: [RBW] Roaduno

Ok I see what you mean. .Paul's brakes go 57 - 72mm for long reach...sorry about that On Tuesday, January 9, 2024 at 1:16:26 PM UTC-6 reynoldslugs wrote: > The Paul Long Reach racers stop very, very well. I have the braze-on > version, on a Tony Pereira. > > > https://www.flickr.com/photos/41

Re: [RBW] Roaduno

The Paul Long Reach racers stop very, very well. I have the braze-on version, on a Tony Pereira. https://www.flickr.com/photos/41563482@N06/13677929833/in/album-72157643546486474/ If they work on a Roaduno, I'd vote for them. Max Beach Santa Rosa CA On Tuesday, January 9, 2024 at 7:37:28 A

Re: [RBW] Roaduno

47-57 is still mid-reach, regardless of what the description says. On Jan 9 2024, at 11:05 am, Ryan wrote: > https://velo-orange.com/products/grand-cru-long-reach-brakes?variant=51591467783 > > Black may not be your cup of tea mind you. Silver is out of stock. > > Or are these not long enough rea

Re: [RBW] Roaduno

https://velo-orange.com/products/grand-cru-long-reach-brakes?variant=51591467783 Black may not be your cup of tea mind you. Silver is out of stock. Or are these not long enough reach? Maybe this issue came up before On Tuesday, January 9, 2024 at 9:37:28 AM UTC-6 iamkeith wrote: > I assume every

Re: [RBW] Roaduno

I assume everybody is aware but, just in case, Paul Components did decide to resume production of the long-reach Racer brake. (They had officially discontinued it just a couple of years ago). It's almost $400 for a pair, but at least it comes in purple. ;-) On Tuesday, January 9, 2024 at 6:

Re: [RBW] Roaduno

The Grand Crus are mid reach brakes, the Roaduno will take long reach brakes. On Tuesday, January 9, 2024, Ryan wrote: > What about vo grand cru brakes? > > On Tuesday, January 9, 2024 at 4:11:26 AM UTC-6 Eric Daume wrote: > >> I can live with the hanger and shifter boss, they offer some intrigu

Re: [RBW] Roaduno

What about vo grand cru brakes? On Tuesday, January 9, 2024 at 4:11:26 AM UTC-6 Eric Daume wrote: > I can live with the hanger and shifter boss, they offer some intriguing > build ideas. But the long reach brakes killed this frame for me. Based on > my previous experiences with them, they are b

Re: [RBW] Roaduno

I can live with the hanger and shifter boss, they offer some intriguing build ideas. But the long reach brakes killed this frame for me. Based on my previous experiences with them, they are barely adequate in the dry, and unacceptable in the wet. Maybe it doesn’t rain in Walnut Creek? I’m looking

[RBW] Roaduno

Speaking of Roaduno, I read in one of the earlier updates that the new bike is very similar to a Homer geometrically. I also saw some reference to it being offered as a complete. I cannot wait to learn of all the details. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Gro

[RBW] Roaduno

Anyone got any news/updates on availability? -- 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 view this disc

[RBW] Roaduno catnip

>From Will's email update today: September: Roaduno complete and frames (lime-olive, purple and dark gold). That's good news! Roaduno dreaming, Edwin -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop

[RBW] Roaduno planning? Phil hubset for sale

Short version: I'm selling a used Phil Wood Track hubset: Rear High-Flange fixed/fixed track hub 120mm, 32h, with two Phil lock rings: $155 plus shipping Front High-Flange track hub, 32h, new axle and bearings: $110 plus shipping Both for $260 shipped Long version: You're waiting for the Roadun

Re: [RBW] Roaduno substitute for a while...

+1 for the quick release roller straddle hangers. Laing -- 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 v

Re: [RBW] Roaduno substitute for a while...

Eric Daume asked: "what are you finally doing with the rear brake when you change gears?" The question implies that the questioner thinks there is something that needs to be done. Nothing needs to be done! My two gears are 38x16 and 35x19. Those two gears are supported by the same chain le

Re: [RBW] Roaduno substitute for a while...

So what are you finally doing with the rear brake when you change gears? Eric On Sunday, October 2, 2022, Bill Lindsay wrote: > I made one significant change to my Road Single speed. I decided that my > beloved White Industries VBC-based double chainset is better suited on a > wider rear OLD.

[RBW] Roaduno substitute for a while...

I had been searching for quite a while for a single speed that enabled some derailer-less gear flexibility. On one hand I searched for a 58cm Quickbeam or SimpleONE. On the other hand I was/am waiting on the RoadUNO. I was/am a huge fan of Rivendells rear dropouts with the angle that allows

Re: [RBW] Roaduno 2022 concepts

I have bullhorn bars on my Wabi Classic single speed but it is built for that or drops with a short top tube. I could see using the Tosco bars with a long stem or maybe Wavie bars. Doug Athens, GA On Tuesday, March 8, 2022 at 2:08:23 PM UTC-5 Johnny Alien wrote: > Agreed. I am the same. I use a

Re: [RBW] Roaduno 2022 concepts

Agreed. I am the same. I use a shorter stem for Albastache vs drops. So on a bike made for sweptbacks an Albastache would need a very short reach stem for me On Tuesday, March 8, 2022 at 2:06:14 PM UTC-5 Eric Daume wrote: > If the RoadUno is designed for swept back bars, the Albastache would ha

Re: [RBW] Roaduno 2022 concepts

If the RoadUno is designed for swept back bars, the Albastache would have too much reach for me. I find the ‘stache needs a bit shorter stem than even a drop bar. Eric On Tuesday, March 8, 2022, Johnny Alien wrote: > If I wanted a standard drop type of experience I would go with Albastache. > I

[RBW] Roaduno 2022 concepts

There was an Instagram post showing that Riv has prototype samples of all sizes of RoadUno, inviting us to come test ride them. I just emailed Will to find out if they really have a 57 ready to test ride for me. Has anybody ridden one at RBWHQ? I haven't seen numbers yet, but since they say "

[RBW] ROADUNO - a new singlespeed!

>From today's BLAHG: "1. *RoadUno,* a onespeed derailerless country-kind of bike (not modeled after a track bike). For pavement, town, commutes. It's not a trail bike. You can ride it on dirt and gravel roads, but it's kind of rude to ride it on hilly and rough trails. More on it way below." S