[RBW] Re: What do you consider the ideal tire width for dirt riding?

2015-12-22 Thread RJM
Well, gravel or dirt roads I like something 40mm..or rails to trails type stuff I can get by with 32mm tires pretty well. I've used Compass stampede pass tires on the Roadeo for this or Pari Motos back when I had the Hillborne. Wider is cushier though...and more comfortable. For the actual dir

Re: [RBW] Re: Possible WTT 48cm Hunqapillar for AHH

2015-12-29 Thread RJM
Wheel size will make a difference with how the bikes feel. Going from the Hunq to the Hilsen, he will be going from 26" to 650b. That is a change I can usually feel and on the road I think the 650b feels faster. On Tuesday, December 29, 2015 at 11:58:17 AM UTC-6, ted wrote: > > dstein, > > If y

[RBW] Re: Joe on the BLUG

2016-01-05 Thread RJM
I really don't see 1-2 cm below saddle height as low, certainly not really low. The one thing Rivs are, they are usually versatile and can be set up many different ways. When I had my Sam I had it with drops that started two inches above saddle height and that eventually went down to 1 cm below

[RBW] 7-yr Hilsen Review

2016-01-05 Thread RJM
Nice review; thanks for it. That bike will still be going strong seven years from now! -- 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

[RBW] Re: Have a Sub 20lb Roadeo?

2018-01-26 Thread RJM
I had a 53cm Roadeo in Orange that I built up using fairly light weight parts and it was under 20 lbs...like 19.5 lbs if I remember correctly. It may have been a bit less but I wound up selling it when I bought a Trek Emonda SL6, which came in at 16 lbs with the same Rolf wheelset. Off the top

[RBW] Re: Have a Sub 20lb Roadeo?

2018-01-30 Thread RJM
Factoring in the headset weight differences and the weight differences between a Nitto Technomic 427g vs. a Bontrager race lite 189g road stem (just pulling these out of thin air) you might see a half pound difference. But, there is something about the classic styling of a nice quill stem on a

[RBW] Re: Which tire was ridden on your first excursion into 650b?

2018-01-30 Thread RJM
Pari Motos were mine. Great tire, but they don't last long enough. I ran Fatty Rumpkins on the trails some, and they did well enough. On Monday, January 29, 2018 at 9:24:53 PM UTC-6, lum gim fong wrote: > Mine was Fatty Rumpkins on my 55 Bleriot, after years of riding a > carbonalu 700 x 25c

[RBW] Re: Are you using your real name on here?

2018-01-31 Thread RJM
I use my initials. It's easy to type and easy to remember and it's the same for most websites I visit. On Tuesday, January 30, 2018 at 4:52:31 PM UTC-6, Lum Gim Fong wrote: > > Yea or nay? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. T

Re: [RBW] Re: Have a Sub 20lb Roadeo?

2018-01-31 Thread RJM
The advantage being you can adjust a threadless headset with an allen key, which is on a multi-tool. Threaded you got to bring a couple of decent sized wrenches to adjust. All this talk about headset weight got me to checking and it brought me to a website called weight weeniesI shut it do

[RBW] Re: Rivendell prices going up.

2018-01-31 Thread RJM
I've had a Taiwan Sam, a Waterford Roadeo, and an Atlantis that I am really not sure where it was built. They all rode like Rivendells. I wouldn't have a problem with an entire line of Taiwan Rivs provided the quality was the same as the Sam I had. On Wednesday, January 31, 2018 at 12:27:31 PM

[RBW] Re: Rivendell prices going up.

2018-02-01 Thread RJM
That's what I think. If a custom MUSA frame can be had for not a lot more than what a production frame costs, eventually people will choose to go custom, choose to purchase overseas produced frames, or go a different route for a bicycle. On Wednesday, January 31, 2018 at 10:43:55 AM UTC-6, Be

[RBW] Re: Who rides an off-roadish Sam?

2018-02-01 Thread RJM
Back when I had my orange canti Sam H I initially set it up as a road bike with Noodles, bar end shifters, and v-brakes and the bike really rode well. It was a 650 b wheeled bike with Velocity Dyads and the Rivy freewheel hubs. Pretty nice setup. I then changed it to do some trail riding by swi

[RBW] Re: Who rides an off-roadish Sam?

2018-02-01 Thread RJM
uther level of awesome. If you are looking for a MUSA bike with discs, 650b wheels, and room for fat tires you could check out CHUMBA bikes. They have one called the Terlingua that checks all those boxes, but it is a welded steel frame and not lugged. On Thursday, February 1, 2018 at 9:25:1

[RBW] Re: Houseless Sam Hillborne in Portland, Oregon

2018-02-01 Thread RJM
I do believe this is theft...might be well intentioned and the owner *might* get their bike bike but what does the person do if the owner can't be found? Bottom line is that the person cut the lock and took a bike that does not belong to them. But, it may work out for the best in the end provi

[RBW] What type of bike would make you buy another riv

2018-02-03 Thread RJM
I have two. First is a Legolas cyclocross bike. I’ve started racing cross this year for fun and found out it is an awesome good time. A Legolas I would buy today, right now. Second is a mountain mixte. I’d even take a cheviot with v brakes but I’m not sure if the tubes would be stout enough f

[RBW] Clem Smith Jr or Appaloosa as a mtb/gravel road bicycle.

2018-02-03 Thread RJM
Does anybody on the list ride an Appaloosa or Clem Smith Jr. as a mountain bike or have it set up primarily as a trail bike? I've been toying around with the idea of picking up a Riv to use on the local trails and gravel roads and saw the Clem Smith on Riv's page. I must confess these bikes we

Re: [RBW] What type of bike would make you buy another riv

2018-02-03 Thread RJM
that bike. That bike with clearance for a 2.2 knobby and stout enough tubes in the right places to take the abuse of a rooty and rocky trail would be sweet. I'd get it in purple too. On Saturday, February 3, 2018 at 10:37:08 AM UTC-6, Tim Gavin wrote: > > RJM- you can still order a Leg

[RBW] Re: Clem Smith Jr or Appaloosa as a mtb/gravel road bicycle.

2018-02-03 Thread RJM
e. The Appaloosa with its long chainstays and bigger tire clearance should theoretically be pretty awesome on it. I currently have a Kona cross bike which is decidely less awesome on those roads, for sure. PlusLugs. On Saturday, February 3, 2018 at 10:30:17 AM UTC-6, RJM wrote: > > D

[RBW] Re: Clem Smith Jr or Appaloosa as a mtb/gravel road bicycle.

2018-02-03 Thread RJM
I got the silver color. I honestly love both colors equally, so I left the choice up to chance and by chance they only had the silver left in my size...so. lol. On Saturday, February 3, 2018 at 12:53:39 PM UTC-6, Joe Bernard wrote: > > You're going to love it, RJM. Take a good l

[RBW] Re: Who wants a Hunqadiscer?

2018-02-03 Thread RJM
If they offered it I would choose it and use hydraulics. I've used mechanical and hydros on mountain bikes and vastly prefer hydros and the one finger braking they offer. They allow you to brake later with more control, IMHO. But, V brakes aren't all that bad either. A bit grabbier than discs,

[RBW] Re: Who wants a Hunqadiscer?

2018-02-03 Thread RJM
This is an addition to my previous reply in this thread. I've ridden the same local mtb trails on my cyclocross bike (carbon Kona Jake the Snake), my Santa Cruz Hightower, and my Niner Sir9 and they all offer a different experience...I would think a Rivendell Hunqadiscer would offer a differen

[RBW] Have you loved your model of Rivendell so much that you bought one of every color?

2018-02-03 Thread RJM
Nope, but I’ve paid extra for a custom color on my Roadeo. -- 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

[RBW] Re: Fixed Gear and Crank Arm Length

2018-02-04 Thread RJM
I switched from 172.5 and 175 to 165 because I was getting knee pain and some research told me that it may have to do with crank length. It worked, after switching the distance my leg had to travel on each pedal stroke and for some reason helped the knee pain. The short cranks helped with pedal

[RBW] Clem Smith Jr or Appaloosa as a mtb/gravel road bicycle.

2018-02-04 Thread RJM
Hey Patrick, I’ve been reading your blog and just wanted to say thanks for taking the time to record your thoughts and feelings on your rides. You are certainly putting that quickbeam through the paces and congrats for that. I have a rigid single speed mtb (not riv) that I use fairly often and

[RBW] Re: Who wants a Hunqadiscer?

2018-02-04 Thread RJM
Even though I would choose a disc Hunq if they offered it, I do agree with what you wrote, Mark. Rivs stop pretty well already and they just don't really need to add a disc brake unless it's warranted, like with the tandem. On Sunday, February 4, 2018 at 4:48:02 PM UTC-6, Mark in Beacon wrote: >

[RBW] Re: What type of bike would make you buy another riv

2018-02-05 Thread RJM
I don't think 800 bucks is reasonable for a fully built up steel bike outfitted for camping. You could get the Clem Smith for 1600 right now, and it is a swell deal and I would say it could be sold for more. I almost picked one up but I appreciate the aesthetic appeal of lugs enough to have po

[RBW] Re: Un-un-racing update: My first ever mountain bike race

2018-02-05 Thread RJM
Awesome job, Bill. I'm a member of a mountain bike team but don't race mountain bikes...well, I've done some in the past but I like my woods time to be less competitive and more introspective. It's hard work and definitely for those who are fit and have great bike handling skills. Our race tea

[RBW] Re: silly question re: cyclometers

2016-07-27 Thread RJM
Whatever lowest level Garmin (Edge 20 or 25?)has will do everything you want it to and it will do it without having to add sensors or wiresplus you will get gps. They are super simple to use. I use the Garmin 1000 Explore and find it to be great except I've come across a bug when out mount

[RBW] 53cm Atlantis frame set for sale.

2016-07-29 Thread RJM
The frame is sold. 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 it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to

Re: [RBW] Re: Olympic Bike Racing, Cobbles, and tire width

2016-08-08 Thread RJM
Most of them are on 25-27mm tubulars now. Aero benefits at the speeds these athletes are racing at are real, as is weight. You don't wear a skinsuit and have slammed stems because they look cool. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" g

[RBW] Clipless or Clips?

2016-08-09 Thread RJM
I cannot stand clips and straps and find them hugely annoying...but that is just me. My stable goes like this...One mountain bike is using thin gripsters, the other mountain bike is using xt clipless. The carbon road bike is using Look Keo Classic pedals with Sidi shoes. The Touring bike is sp

[RBW] Helmets... what do you like?

2016-09-17 Thread RJM
I'm digging the new Bontrager Lithos MIPS helmet with the accessory port thing for attaching lights or camera. I just had to replace my Kali helmet due to a crash (bad one on the trail...broken rib an hurt shoulder). The lithos is more geared towards mountain biking and covers more of the rear o

[RBW] Re: surly ogre vs riv hunq?

2016-10-03 Thread RJM
Really think about how much trail riding you will be doing and if that trail riding will be sort of aggressive single track with roots, rocks, switchbacks, a little air time with steep descents and ascents. If you think you will be riding frequently like that, get the bike that has disc brake t

[RBW] Re: surly ogre vs riv hunq?

2016-10-04 Thread RJM
What size? On Monday, October 3, 2016 at 10:46:35 PM UTC-5, Justin August wrote: > > Owning a Krampus I can say that they are heavy. Like really heavy. I > would definitely test ride the Surly to see if it's what you want. The > weight and lack of response to pedaling needs to be experienced to

[RBW] Re: surly ogre vs riv hunq?

2016-10-04 Thread RJM
Well, the Krampus is a 29+ bike that is going to sit around 30lbs, so yeah, it will be heavy. The one I rode was fun though...I think the geometry of it and the grip of the really fat tires helps hide the weight. (same with the Ros 9+ which I find to be a nicer bike than the Krampus). Sometimes

[RBW] Re: Show off how well your riv would've held up compared to the crabon

2016-10-04 Thread RJM
I don't think I would have entered that race with my Rivendell. On Monday, October 3, 2016 at 4:46:39 PM UTC-5, Daniel D. wrote: > https://youtu.be/ElGDtjbKzy4 > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this gr

[RBW] Re: Oh no, baskets catching on among the young!

2016-10-06 Thread RJM
To be fair, some seem to call everybody freds there. When I lived in Chicago and rode my bike everywhere I used to use a front basket and a stretchy net thing and I would just toss my backpack in there. It worked great and was cheap, relatively light, and theft proof. No need for special bags o

Re: [RBW] Roadeo ???

2016-11-18 Thread RJM
I'm not seeing the Legolas as in production...but I could be missing something. -- 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...@

[RBW] Re: Ready to Ride

2016-01-26 Thread RJM
I already have a 53cm Roadeo and have often thought of getting another to have it set up with bar end shifters instead of 11 speed brifters, but man...I can't afford it. That bike will be a great bike for someone. On Monday, January 25, 2016 at 4:56:42 PM UTC-6, Bill Lindsay wrote: > > There is

[RBW] Re: Ready to Ride

2016-01-26 Thread RJM
Thank you for buying that bikeif it was still there tonight I fear my credit card would have taken quite the hit. And I'm glad some 48cm Hunqapillar hasn't shown up too. On Tuesday, January 26, 2016 at 2:05:14 PM UTC-6, Chad wrote: > I just snagged the 53 Rodeo! This has been my dream bi

[RBW] Re: "My first Roadeo" and chainline/BB question

2016-02-03 Thread RJM
That sounds like it will worknice Roadeo. > > -- 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] "My first Roadeo" and chainline/BB question

2016-02-03 Thread RJM
I found the Compass Stampede Pass to be a better tire than the Jack Brown. It felt noticeably quicker to me on the same wheelset and I might say more comfortable. I didn't go wider than that though...and really, for the way I ride the Roadeo the thinner tires proved optimal. It's purely a fast r

[RBW] Re: "My first Roadeo" and chainline/BB question

2016-02-04 Thread RJM
> Enjoy > > On Wednesday, February 3, 2016 at 6:02:46 PM UTC-8, RJM wrote: >> >> I found the Compass Stampede Pass to be a better tire than the Jack >> Brown. It felt noticeably quicker to me on the same wheelset and I might >> say more comfortable. I didn'

[RBW] Re: "My first Roadeo" and chainline/BB question

2016-02-05 Thread RJM
ifference of 7mm, pretty much any 700C tube will get > you home no problem. > > On Thursday, February 4, 2016 at 10:02:59 AM UTC-5, RJM wrote: >> >> Last year I went from the 32mm Compass Stampede to 25mm Continental >> Grand Prix 4000S on rims that are 22mm wide. It&#x

Re: [RBW] Re: "My first Roadeo" and chainline/BB question

2016-02-05 Thread RJM
I rode Pari Motos on my Sam Hillborne and found them to be great. They didn't last as long as something like the Fatty Rumpkin, but man they felt great. All that air volume and a supple tire is just wonderful. One of the reasons I love the Roadeo is because I can use wider tires if I want to w

[RBW] Re: Atlantis vs. Sam

2016-02-09 Thread RJM
Both are easy to fender depending on your tire size. The Atlantis (in my size which uses 26" tires) can take a wider tire than the Hillborne. But also, in my particular size, the Hillborne was 650b and the Atlantis is 26" wheel size...I think the Hillborne was a faster bike, in general. I could

[RBW] Re: Nice ride today, or: everyone needs a gofast road bike.

2016-02-12 Thread RJM
I love my go fast bike, which is my Roadeo. I did not ride it last night outside, but rather have it hooked up to a stationary trainer in the house, which I rode for an hour. Winter is my mountain bike time and I stuck a trainer tire on the Roadeo for a month or two until it warms a little. I d

[RBW] Re: ROSCO mailing list

2016-02-18 Thread RJM
Yeah, I got that email. I think there might be quite a few who drop off and maybe decide to buy a regular production model or something different that will suit their goals better. I know I want something that may not come about, but I have hope and enjoy waiting to see what happens with this p

[RBW] Re: Latest blug....yay for the Legolas.

2016-02-19 Thread RJM
I'm checking out the bikes in the blug picture and think it's great that the rear brake cable is routed on top of the top tube. For a cross bike, that is what I would want since shouldering the bike would happen quite a bit. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Goog

[RBW] Re: My first Roadeo, built and ridden!

2016-02-23 Thread RJM
Really great bike, Tim. The Roadeo is a great road bike capable of long distances of speedy and comfortable travel. I'm running a stock Ultegra setup on mine with a compact 50/34 crank and an 11x28 cassette. It seems to work well for where I live, although thinking about it a 12x32 cassette mi

[RBW] Re: "Store Credit" on BLUG

2016-02-24 Thread RJM
I seem to remember Riv doing something similar in the past, but the amount was much smaller and it was opened to more numbers of people. I would imagine doing it this way lessens the amount of paperwork/checking up/mistakes that could be made. One thing is for sure, if someone is looking to pi

[RBW] Re: "Store Credit" on BLUG

2016-02-25 Thread RJM
I agree with you, Eric. I would love a Riv jersey if it is nicely made and I'm not looking for a long chainstay, upright bosco-like handlebar bike...but I do think I'm not like most Riv customers in that I like to ride hard much of the time; I like generally fast or faster than slow riding; I u

Re: [RBW] Re: How forged cranks are made

2016-02-26 Thread RJM
I don't know, but I do know that I suffered knee pain and went from a 172.5 length crank on the Roadeo to a 165 and it went away. I feel no difference in efficiency or speed or anything, just happier riding. I'm 5'7" and on a 53cm Roadeo. On Thursday, February 25, 2016 at 7:56:10 PM UTC-6, Dani

[RBW] Re: BLUG Roadeo size?

2016-03-03 Thread RJM
Shimano 11 speed does shift like a dreamand I love and use friction shifting too, but thems the facts. That Roadeo is awesome looking; it's a very striking color and perfect for a fast bike like the Roadeo. After I sell my Roadeo I might have to get the Legolas in that color. On Thursday,

[RBW] 53cm Roadeo for sale. Orange color

2016-03-09 Thread RJM
Well, the wife said I can't get another bike without selling one and I want a Legolas bad, so to get the money and the permission for one I'm selling my lovely, beloved Roadeo. Here are the specs: 53cm Roadeo - Custom Orange color with cream headtube. (gorgeous, it really is. Made by Waterford)

[RBW] 53cm Roadeo for sale. Orange color

2016-03-09 Thread RJM
https://flic.kr/p/n1ngDa Here is the flick'r link to the one picture. -- 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...@googlegro

[RBW] Re: 53cm Roadeo for sale. Orange color

2016-03-09 Thread RJM
I just thought that is where they belonglol. -- 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 t

[RBW] Re: 53cm Roadeo for sale. Orange color

2016-03-09 Thread RJM
me just for fun. On Wednesday, March 9, 2016 at 3:12:08 PM UTC-6, RJM wrote: > > https://flic.kr/p/n1ngDa > > Here is the flick'r link to the one picture. > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To u

Re: [RBW] 53cm Roadeo for sale. Orange color

2016-03-09 Thread RJM
I live in Paducah, Kentucky. -- 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

[RBW] Re: Playing Hooky to enjoy the weather

2016-03-10 Thread RJM
I'm sure you will remember the day riding with your wife for a long time. Good decision. On Wednesday, March 9, 2016 at 10:54:43 AM UTC-6, Ryan Thompson wrote: > > The weather was so nice in DC that my wife and I decided to take the day > off and ride into the city. > > Picture to prove it.

Re: [RBW] 53cm Roadeo for sale. Orange color

2016-03-10 Thread RJM
Yeah. Are you looking for the frameset or the entire bike? On Thursday, March 10, 2016 at 9:13:43 AM UTC-6, bo richardson wrote: > > Lynne says she wants it, so dibs > can we work it out the next day or so? > > thanks, > bo > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google

Re: [RBW] Re: Is there a practical alternative to a Roadeo for lightweight yet comfortable build?

2016-03-13 Thread RJM
That looks like a great frame with a bunch of modern features like the tapered headtube. I wonder how it rides and if it is too stiff for road riding. On Saturday, March 12, 2016 at 10:10:38 PM UTC-6, cyclot...@gmail.com wrote: > > Interestingly, the one that catches my eye there says MUSA: >

[RBW] FS - various Riv parts and 650b wheelset.

2016-03-14 Thread RJM
I have a few parts sitting around that I'm not using and would like to sell. It's kind of a spring cleaning kind of thing as I collect money for the up coming Legolas I'm going to order. Nitto Bosco Bullmoose bar with Shimano MTB brake levers (canti pull ratio) and Meisha's Cork Grips (shellac

[RBW] Re: FS - various Riv parts and 650b wheelset.

2016-03-14 Thread RJM
The Phil BB is size 108 and the threaded inserts are for English threaded BBs like what are on Rivendells. -- 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] Re: FS - various Riv parts and 650b wheelset.

2016-03-14 Thread RJM
I believe the Bottom Bracket has been sold. On Monday, March 14, 2016 at 11:34:14 AM UTC-5, RJM wrote: > > I have a few parts sitting around that I'm not using and would like to > sell. It's kind of a spring cleaning kind of thing as I collect money for > the up comin

[RBW] Re: New Bike Day!

2016-03-14 Thread RJM
Awesome. Nice bike. On Monday, March 14, 2016 at 2:36:36 PM UTC-5, Hugh Smitham wrote: > Well we have another convert and the Atlantis has found a new home and > local at that. > > I find the universe works when you let it and in this case a really great > person ended up with a wonderful

[RBW] FS - various Riv parts and 650b wheelset.

2016-03-14 Thread RJM
Wheelset has been sold. -- 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 r

[RBW] Re: FS - various Riv parts and 650b wheelset.

2016-03-15 Thread RJM
On Monday, March 14, 2016 at 11:34:14 AM UTC-5, RJM wrote: > > I have a few parts sitting around that I'm not using and would like to > sell. It's kind of a spring cleaning kind of thing as I collect money for > the up coming Legolas I'm going to order. > &g

[RBW] Re: FS - various Riv parts and 650b wheelset.

2016-03-15 Thread RJM
Okay, Bosco bar setup, wheelset, and Bottom Bracket have been sold. Thanks, and I think I've emailed everybody who responded up till now. On Monday, March 14, 2016 at 11:34:14 AM UTC-5, RJM wrote: > I have a few parts sitting around that I'm not using and would like to > se

[RBW] Re: http://www.huffingtonpost.com/maria-rodale/the-lance-armstrong-pile_b_2157995.html

2012-11-21 Thread RJM
Agree Jim, A bit hypocritical for the owner of Bicycling mag to be dissing the in-it-to-win-it culture. On Wednesday, November 21, 2012 11:16:09 AM UTC-6, Jim Cloud wrote: > This article was written by the chairman of Rondale Inc., publisher of > "Bicycling" magazine. While I generally a

[RBW] Re: Are Brooks Saddle Worth the Money?

2012-11-23 Thread RJM
I am just not sure how much saddles that are comfortable, look good, and are quality made should sell for, but 145 isn't terrible. I buy the Brooks Special (or whatever the copper railed, hammered rivet B17 is called) and I love them. They last; the leather is thick; they look good; and most im

Re: [RBW] Re: Are Brooks Saddle Worth the Money?

2012-11-24 Thread RJM
I think that some of their bags and such are made in China. Brooks goes into detail about orgins and why they make some stuff overseas on the comment sections of many of the products on the website. Turns out that if you are trying to hit a lower price point, England maybe too expensive to manu

[RBW] Re: FS: Silver Paul Thumbies, 22.2mm, Shimano

2012-11-29 Thread RJM
I will take the thumbies. I am going to attempt to send you an email about them. On Thursday, November 29, 2012 10:49:22 AM UTC-6, The Cripler wrote: > > These were only mounted briefly when I thought I was going to run > Albatross bars on my 84' Stumpy. I have since moved to dirt drops on that

[RBW] Re: FS: Silver Paul Thumbies, 22.2mm, Shimano

2012-11-29 Thread RJM
It doesn't look like I am able to get an email to you, can you send one to mine with your info? rjmonocromephotography at yahoo dot com thanks. On Thursday, November 29, 2012 10:51:07 AM UTC-6, The Cripler wrote: > Wow. That didn't exactly post as I intended. Sorry for all the codeI > was

[RBW] Re: which riv should I sell?

2012-12-01 Thread RJM
I would say that if you ride these bikes and enjoy them and they both are different enough that the purposes don't overlap too much, try to find some money someplace else. (I am currently contemplating another Riv bike purchase) If you are stuck on selling them, I would keep the Atlantis. It i

Re: [RBW] Re: which riv should I sell?

2012-12-01 Thread RJM
Whawhawhazzat? I thought Grant wanted to pass the company onto his employees I seriously hope riv continues after grant retires. On Saturday, December 1, 2012 2:52:04 PM UTC-6, Fullylugged wrote: > Keep in mind too that Grant has said in the past that he does not plan for > Riv to conti

[RBW] Go fast bike: San Marcos?

2012-12-01 Thread RJM
I have been trying to get the funds together for a Riv go fast bike. Right now I have been using my Sam Hillborne for it, but I would really like to change that into an albatrossed townie commuter bike and get a dedicated lighter bike using little to no baggage so I can ride with the local club

[RBW] Re: Go fast bike: San Marcos?

2012-12-01 Thread RJM
n early adopter is interested in parting with one. > There have been FS ads from people who have multiple Rivs & want to thin > things down. > > dougP > > On Saturday, December 1, 2012 4:20:43 PM UTC-8, RJM wrote: >> >> I have been trying to get the funds toget

Re: [RBW] Re: Love my new blue Sam

2012-12-02 Thread RJM
Will, Charlie and John, nice Hillbornes, each and every one. I love my Hillborne. The lack of downtube bosses is a bummer for the frame, it is the one thing I don't like about the hillborne. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" grou

[RBW] Re: Go fast bike: San Marcos?

2012-12-02 Thread RJM
Thanks for all the replies, One the go fast bike, I was planning on using brifters, probably something from Sram as I prefer their hood shape. I am not exactly light, about 200 and still a short dude so I do have some weight to get off me. Light weight really isn't a huge consideration on the

[RBW] Re: FS--VO cranks, Sackville, Wald

2012-12-02 Thread RJM
Sent you an email on the sackville trunksack. I will take it if not already sold. On Sunday, December 2, 2012 2:21:48 PM UTC-6, Mike wrote: > Wald basket and ShopSack are tentatively sold! > > --mike > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owner

Re: [RBW] FS--VO cranks, Sackville, Wald

2012-12-02 Thread RJM
I will second Patrick's assesment of the Sackville bags. My small sackville is always on my bike, just perfect. I actually think they look great too. On Sunday, December 2, 2012 2:56:47 PM UTC-6, Patrick Moore wrote: > Folks, if you don't mind using a rack or other support for a > saddleba

[RBW] Re: Go fast bike: San Marcos?

2012-12-03 Thread RJM
m the Sam Hillboarne while > retaining those absolute must characteristics (comfort, durability, > versatility). In your shoes, I would try to get past the eccentricities of > the San Marco because it's so much cheaper than the Roadeo...then I'd use > the left over money to

[RBW] Re: Not too off topic I hope...

2012-12-04 Thread RJM
I carried a Panasonic LX1 for a long time until it broke. I loved that camera, just worked well all around and I could use manual modes if the mood carried me. Great lens. I bought a digital slr after this one broke, Nikon d5000, and it is just too big to take with me on the bike most of the

Re: [RBW] 52cm Waterford Bombadil FFHS for Sale, single top tube-Last Notice before the Ebay

2012-12-04 Thread RJM
Man, I would buy this in a heartbeat, but I fear it is just too small for my 79cm PBH. :( On Tuesday, December 4, 2012 9:55:06 AM UTC-6, Peter M wrote: > Had a solid offer but deal fell through so still for sale. Again, I hate > to give any money to Ebay since they are a worthless middle man

Re: [RBW] 52cm Waterford Bombadil FFHS for Sale, single top tube-Last Notice before the Ebay

2012-12-04 Thread RJM
2, but I'm not sure. Maybe that's what you meant... I ride a 54 cm > AHH. > > Toshi > > > On Tue, Dec 4, 2012 at 10:16 AM, RJM > > wrote: > > Man, I would buy this in a heartbeat, but I fear it is just too small > for my > > 79cm PBH. :( >

[RBW] Re: Custom Frame Raffle

2012-12-05 Thread RJM
I would do a mountain mixte, 650 b able to handle Pancetti's Neo-Moto 2.3, cream headtube maybe that pea sage green or even the soma san marcos blue, heck, mabye even a sam hillborne orange. Alba bars, nice lugged stem, brooks select saddle, those new thinline pedals. Man, I need to make an

[RBW] Re: Low trail schmo trail......

2012-12-09 Thread RJM
Ride-wise, I think the Sam is great. I wonder if the floppy feeling with certain loads is size based. I ride a 48cm, and generally keep a small saddlesack with a tool roll, spare tire, pump, some food, some extra clothing and possibly another water bottle in it. With that load, the only time I

[RBW] Re: Another perspective, by George!

2012-12-11 Thread RJM
Not much of a book review. On Monday, December 10, 2012 10:29:09 AM UTC-6, numbnuts wrote: > > http://georgethecyclist.blogspot.com/2012/12/grant-petersons-racing-acumen.html > > Regards, > Chris > Redding, Ca. > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW

[RBW] Re: Why all the miles?

2012-12-11 Thread RJM
I agree with you Marc, to each his/her own. A 65 mile ride, especially on a charity ride where I have friends and family along, is absolutely perfect for me. It is enough that I feel like I rode but it isn't enough that I have to take the next day off or anything. I have been hitting the hills

[RBW] Re: What's your raffle entry consist of, and what are your plans for the prize?

2012-12-16 Thread RJM
Well, I was thinking of doing a 350 buck gift certificate or placing an order for a Roadeo frame. I don't know which one I will do though. On Sunday, December 16, 2012 5:58:13 PM UTC-6, cbone97 wrote: > > A bit of fun since surely I'm not the only one who's been prompted to > enter a $300 order t

[RBW] Re: Raffle winner represent

2012-12-21 Thread RJM
I bought myself a gift certificate today to enter the raffle. Now, if I don't win I am ordering a Roadeo frame and fork and using the gift certificate for it. If I do win, I am going to be torn, because I really need/want two different bikes. The first bike is a fast club ride bike, which the R

[RBW] Re: Is the Velocity Synergy the only 650b rim being sold for use with rim brakes?

2012-12-28 Thread RJM
I went with the Dyad 36 hole rim and Phil "Rivy" freewheel hub when I had wheels built for my Hillborne. Rich built them and they have been nothing short of incredible, haven't been out of true yet and I rode probably at least 5000 miles on them this year. My vote goes for the dyad laced to a g

[RBW] Re: Rivendell Appaloosa

2012-12-31 Thread RJM
I agree with you John, I totally dig the name. I can't say I am in a market for this type of bike being that I need something for club road riding more than anything else right now. I do like the stays in the rear, they do give it a unique and pretty cool look. Dig the color. On Monday, D

[RBW] Re: Which Riv now?

2013-01-05 Thread RJM
> > I'd go Roadeo just because your Hunq can easily do what an Atlantis would > do and you have a defined need that the Roadeo would cover that the others > aren't. > > I am in the same boat since I didn't win the custom. This is the reason that I bought a gift certificate instead of buying

[RBW] Re: 2013 Riding Plans anyone?

2013-01-07 Thread RJM
This year I am going to do a week trip on the Katy trail with a friend, probably in spring. I am going to ride many of the same local charity rides I rode last year. Stuff called, Spokes for Strokes, Tour de Corn, Horsey Hundred, Tour de Shawnee, Tour de Reelfoot, Misaligned Minds, Superman Bike

[RBW] Re: New frame specials up on rivbike

2013-01-09 Thread RJM
Do it before Feb. 1st, the prices for many are going up after then. :( On Wednesday, January 9, 2013 11:04:23 AM UTC-6, Mike Schiller wrote: > saw the note about the Betty's... the Hillbornes are supposed to follow > suit and get a 55cm 650B model I read. Hopefully it will be a single top >

[RBW] Re: Weight's a weird thing

2013-01-14 Thread RJM
The difference in ride and speed when I swap from Soma tires to Pari Motos on my Sam Hillborne is noticeable, noticeable enough that I have a second wheelset for each tire; one for clubby rides and the other for Just Riding! The difference is 120 grams per tire, I believe. The performance diffe

[RBW] Roadeo finally ordered!

2013-01-19 Thread RJM
Well, I did it! I ordered a Roadeo frameset. 53cm Ram Orange with cream accents, threaded fork (going to use my Nitto lugged stem). When the custom raffle was going on, I bought a gift certificate just so I could get entered into the raffle. I didn't win, of course, so I am using the gift ce

[RBW] Re: New Blug Post with Jay Ritchey video

2013-01-20 Thread RJM
You know, I have to say I am too. Looks like a great place to work; the employees seem to believe in the company and I believe that respect, for lack of a better word, comes out in the products and the service that I have always enjoyed when I buy from them. I can tell you this, I don't no

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