[RBW] Re: parts made in places where worker conditions are fairly reasonable

http://www.korea-dpr.com/business.htm Personnel are highly motivated! Ryan On Oct 5, 1:41 pm, Seth Vidal wrote: > I've been specing out a potential bicycle build and I'm trying to see > what parts I can get from places which have pretty reasonable working > conditions and rights of workers - es

[RBW] Re: parts made in places where worker conditions are fairly reasonable

How about Nitto? They manufacture their products in Japan. There's a Youtube on Nitto. Don C, -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/vjWdv

[RBW] For Sale; Carradice "Super C" Panniers Front & Rear

I have for sale to the Riv Owners Group a complete set of cotton canvas Carradice "Super C" series front and rear panniers. Used for one 5 day tour and some commuting and shopping, in fine undamaged condition except missing one plastic toggle-lock rack clip on one of the large "rear" bags. A lit

Re: [RBW] So Torn, Cannot Decide

Being fortunate enough to have one or more of each.get the Atlantis. After a while it will be the riding equivalent of your favorite pair of jeans. Love may be too strong a word, but only just. RGZ On Tue, Oct 4, 2011 at 4:07 PM, Peter M wrote: > So finally have the funds and approval from

[RBW] WT: 56-57cm RB-1/2 and/ or nitto platrack

Hey, I'm looking for a Bridgestone RB-1 or RB-2 or any similar road bike with braze-ons for fenders 56-57 cm. I have a PBH of 83cm Interested in the $300-500 range. As well, If anyone is looking to sell their Nitto Platrack, I'm also interested. I live in Berkeley, CA Thank you, David -- You

Re: [RBW] parts made in places where worker conditions are fairly reasonable

Just buy old Campy. No questions there! On Wed, Oct 5, 2011 at 4:41 PM, Seth Vidal wrote: > I've been specing out a potential bicycle build and I'm trying to see > what parts I can get from places which have pretty reasonable working > conditions and rights of workers - especially something rese

[RBW] Re: Dirt Roads of Washtenaw County (Michigan) Ride Report and Photos

Thank you for posting your ride. We have some wonderful roads in California, but I have never experienced roads like yours. And you must have a great relationship with father to be able to share these times with him. Don -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Grou

[RBW] Re: So Torn, Cannot Decide

Get the 54cm Hunk.it has thicker tubing and can fender the largest tires. You'll have no problem getting the Albatross bar high enough on that size frame, at your height, with those bars. If you are traditional minded, want more of a road machine, get the Atlantis especially if you don't mind r

[RBW] Re: parts made in places where worker conditions are fairly reasonable

I know Miche parts are made in Italy. I have their Racing box hubs on two bikes. They make needle bearing headsets and other parts too. I'm struggling to think of drop bar bike levers made in somewhere other than Taiwan ( which fits the bill according to Franklyn). DT Swiss rims are made in

Re: [RBW] Re: parts made in places where worker conditions are fairly reasonable

ActionTec cassettes, made right here in Californey. On Wed, Oct 5, 2011 at 4:16 PM, franklyn wrote: > In many ways, workers in Taiwan have better conditions than those in > the U.S., Taiwan has one of the best universal healthcare system in > the world (accordi

[RBW] Re: So Torn, Cannot Decide

I didn't mean to imply that Rivendell pressures..they most certainly do not. I simply meant that talking directly on the phone is a step closer (in my mind) to making a decision. But I hate talking on the phone, so that highly subjective view may be mine alone. -- You received this message bec

[RBW] Re: So Torn, Cannot Decide

My statement was based on experience with Rivendell. From suggestions on build to fit to final product. There has never been pressure to buy or make a decision today. I trust Rivendell more so than forum. Not to mention this as other forums is all over the map on every subject from tire widt

[RBW] Re: So Torn, Cannot Decide

My statement was based on experience with Rivendell. From suggestions on build to fit to final product. There has never been pressure to buy or make a decision today. I trust Rivendell more so than forum. Not to mention this as other forums is all over the map on every subject from tire widt

[RBW] OT: brake cable adjusters

I'm adding adjustable brake cable hangers to my Simpleone even though the BG cantis work excellently. I just would like to adjust. The problem is...I don't really know what brake cable adjusters actually adjust. Please Advise! thanks Jason -- You received this message because you are subscribed t

[RBW] Re: parts made in places where worker conditions are fairly reasonable

In many ways, workers in Taiwan have better conditions than those in the U.S., Taiwan has one of the best universal healthcare system in the world (according to NYTimes columnist and Nobel laureate Paul Krugman), and public transportation systems that are pretty unmatched (extensive and inexpensive

[RBW] Re: So Torn, Cannot Decide

That's good advice, Kelly, but if Peter is anything like me, he'd rather get some "outside" impressions on a forum before getting into a direct phone call. There's a certain "pressure" that comes with taking that next step which some of us find a little intimidating. Or maybe it's just me.. --

Re: [RBW] Re: Has anyone tried the Compass 26" tires

Has anyone been able to compare the Compass' against Paselas in the same size? -Aaron Y. Rochester, NY On Wed, Oct 5, 2011 at 11:30 AM, Bill Spencer wrote: > I bit the bullet and paid the big bucks for these.Worth every penny. > > Bill > > On Oct 4, 1:25 pm, johnb wrote: > > I have a small (52)

[RBW] Re: So Torn, Cannot Decide

It's all great discussion.. Call Rivendell for fit and talk about the bike and needs with them. It works very well that way. Just saying. :) Kelly -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To view this discussion on the web visit

[RBW] Re: So Torn, Cannot Decide

Yeah, I wouldn't be too concerned about headtube height on a Hunqapillar. It's designed with Grant's newfound interest in steeply sloped-up toptubes. The Atlantis has a more traditional design, with a tall headtube. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "R

[RBW] Re: Smythe bag thingy

Yep. I'm slightly crazy to buy it 'cause I rarely carry enough stuff to fill it, but the price was right for a really nice piece of Nigel Smythe canvas and leather. Maybe it will get me in the habit of shopping by bike. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google

Re: [RBW] parts made in places where worker conditions are fairly reasonable

All of the Campagnolo stuff I have says "Made in Italy." They make cassettes, headsets, cranksets, etc. You an buy  used or vintage Campagnolo Friction Shifters / Seatposts / Brake Levers / Rims / Hubs as well. ? Sean From: Seth Vidal To: rbw-owners-bunch@g

[RBW] Re: FS: new xl Devold Wool Boxers 2 pairs

sold -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visi

[RBW] parts made in places where worker conditions are fairly reasonable

I've been specing out a potential bicycle build and I'm trying to see what parts I can get from places which have pretty reasonable working conditions and rights of workers - especially something resembling a living wage, etc. So I am thinking places like the US, Germany, Switzerland, Japan, Austr

Re: [RBW] New Web Site

On Wed, Oct 5, 2011 at 4:31 PM, Michael Hechmer wrote: > I got an email today from RBW asking me to go to the new website and reenter > my ordering data, and if possible, buy something.  I don't really need > anything but thought I would renew my membership, which recently expired.  I > can't find

[RBW] New Web Site

I got an email today from RBW asking me to go to the new website and reenter my ordering data, and if possible, buy something. I don't really need anything but thought I would renew my membership, which recently expired. I can't find it on the new site, has anyone seen it? While I'm on the to

[RBW] Re: Smythe bag thingy

Just curious... is this the bag? *http://db.tt/xcksxrlG* (photo's from the Internet Archive's Wayback Machine, last snapshot of 2008, I think.) Yours, Thomas Lynn Skean -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Gr

[RBW] Re: FS: new xl Devold Wool Boxers 2 pairs

Rookie mistake: $35 per pair. On Oct 5, 2:19 pm, mizrachi wrote: > I bought three pairs of XL Devold Wool Boxers from Riv Bike and > discovered that I'd fit better in a large.  so, I'm hoping to sell the > two that I didn't try on.  They're brand spanking new, never worn, > still tagged, just

[RBW] Re: So Torn, Cannot Decide

On Wednesday, October 5, 2011 9:07:31 AM UTC-5, Peter M wrote: All great advice guys, I was leaning towards the Hunq for a while because it doese look beautiful but from the pics the headtube looks really small on the 54 (the one I would fit on) so I was worried it would be flexy in the cock

[RBW] FS: new xl Devold Wool Boxers 2 pairs

I bought three pairs of XL Devold Wool Boxers from Riv Bike and discovered that I'd fit better in a large. so, I'm hoping to sell the two that I didn't try on. They're brand spanking new, never worn, still tagged, just sitting here waiting for someone to save a few bucks. $35 shipped. --

[RBW] Re: So Torn, Cannot Decide

The last RR had a page with pictures and profiles of all the current models. Probably doesn't add any new information but it might be helpful to look at. Jay On Oct 5, 6:40 am, René Sterental wrote: > Forth utmost versatility, today I'd tell you to go for the Hinqapillar. You > cannot go wrong w

[RBW] WTB 61cm Bleriot or 62cm Saluki

Hey all, I know its a long shot , but just wondering if anyone has a 61cm Bleriot or 62cm Saluki for sale or trade for a 59cm Bleriot. thank you-Mike -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rb

[RBW] Re: So Torn, Cannot Decide

All great advice guys, I was leaning towards the Hunq for a while because it doese look beautiful but from the pics the headtube looks really small on the 54 (the one I would fit on) so I was worried it would be flexy in the cockpit area if I had too much stem exposed, even if it is a nitto stem a

[RBW] Re: Has anyone tried the Compass 26" tires

I bit the bullet and paid the big bucks for these.Worth every penny. Bill On Oct 4, 1:25 pm, johnb wrote: > I have a small (52) Atlantis and was wondering if anyone has pulled > the trigger on these and had thoughts. I have Schwalbe Marathons which > are bombproof but... > > john -- You receiv

[RBW] Re: Has anyone tried the Compass 26" tires

I have ridden about 300 miles of pavement and gravel roads on the new 26 x 1.75" Compass tires. They replaced 26 x 1.25" kevlar folding Pasela's on my bike which I liked just fine. The Compass tires do ride very nicely... smooth and more secure feeling on gravel. Obviously an apple and oranges comp

[RBW] Re: Has anyone tried the Compass 26" tires

They are fantastic.Well worth the money. Supple, fast and comfy! On Oct 4, 1:25 pm, johnb wrote: > I have a small (52) Atlantis and was wondering if anyone has pulled > the trigger on these and had thoughts. I have Schwalbe Marathons which > are bombproof but... > > john -- You received this me

[RBW] Re: So Torn, Cannot Decide

The Atlantis has those dreamy chainstays, too. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/UOdSHmxpXb4J. To post to this group, send email to

[RBW] Re: Smythe bag thingy

Thanks for the information..very helpful. The seller described it as "large", which I don't see on the Rivbike site anymore, but it certainly * does* look like a big box. I'll get a pic together once my AHH gets here and built. Joe Bernard Fairfield, CA. -- You received this message because y

[RBW] Re: So Torn, Cannot Decide

 I ride  35's (actual) when I will be on dirt > roads most of the time and really like the combination of comfort, grip, and >  responsiveness.  I don't think you necessarily need anything bigger than > that, but there are times, like winter, when having the ability to put a big > studded tire on

[RBW] Re: Smythe bag thingy

Oh, it occurs to me that the "Sam Browne" stud may be a rivet-style installation, while the "button stud" (a couple entries lower on that same linked page) appears to be a threaded arrangement. Seeing that, I'd go for the "button stud" even if just as an experiment. The prices are so low that y

[RBW] Re: Smythe bag thingy

Thomas, Thanks for posting this, i had one these loosen on me a few weeks back and i was thinking where i would go to replace it if i had not caught it and tightened it back up! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to thi

RE: [RBW] Re: So Torn, Cannot Decide

I am 6'1" and ride a 61 Atlantis and feel it is one of my best fitting bikes. Depends on how you like it to fit. Larry Powers Get a bicycle. You will not regret it if you live. - Mark Twain > Date: Tue, 4 Oct 2011 22:47:50 -0700 > From: tkslee...@gmail.com > To: rbw-owners-bunch@googleg

[RBW] Re: So Torn, Cannot Decide

I think that these two models 'ride' similiar enough that you can make the decision based on the details. * Atlantis has nicer paint, fancier lugs * Atlantis is US built (unless you need the larger size Hillborne) * Atlantis will take a bigger tire (fendered or unfendered) * side-pulls vs cantis *

[RBW] Re: So Torn, Cannot Decide

Peter, Getting a wider tired bike is never overkill! Like others have said do consider the Hunqapillar. Personally, though I have a Bombadil only. ... I would only consider a Hunq because the ability to ride higher bars than the Atlantis, and the extra tube does add stiffness to the front

[RBW] Re: So Torn, Cannot Decide

The max tire on the Hillborne with fenders, 38-40mm, would not satisfy me on a gravel road. I would go Atlantis for that reason. But, I like my big tires -- 26 x 1.75" minimum! If you were going after the sidepull/centerpull Hillborne, that might make the decision more difficult. But, I don't s

[RBW] Re: So Torn, Cannot Decide

Peter, I live in a town in VT with virtually no paved roads so a lot of my riding is on dirt roads and nearly all of them, at the least, begin and end with a couple of miles of dirt roads. Tire size capacity is certainly a big variable in choosing a frame. I ride 35's (actual) when I will be

[RBW] Re: So Torn, Cannot Decide

dougP wrote: "I'm 5'11" with a PBH of 85 cm, and a seat height of 77 cm, and ride a 58 cm Atlantis . . ." Same for me, Peter. If you have the budget, I'd go Atlantis, just for larger tire options/versatility -- and because you might regret it if you don't get it when you have the chance. T

[RBW] So Torn, Cannot Decide

Hi! In your case, the 54 Hunq and the 58 Atlantis seem like they'd both fit really well. The geo chart I have suggests the contact points on those are super close. Between those two, it looks like aesthetics would rule. Unless you contemplate mountain biking (not just normal trail riding), then

[RBW] Smythe bag thingy

Sounds like the "stud" that the leather strap catches onto as part of the "quick-release" mechanism. If so, then look for Sam Browne on the page at this link. Or just scan down the page until you see the picture of what you want. http://www.eleathersupply.com/fasteners.shtml Good luck! Is yo

[RBW] Re: Ram-Representin' at Levi's Fondo - Sonoma County Ride

Jim - great write-up! I rode Willow Creek on this year's Old Caz 300k - and it was truly a highlight. Those two slaps-in-the-face have a name, the something-sisters. I'm stoked so many people on race bikes took the dirt option. For an event this big, that bodes well for mixed-surface riding in

[RBW] Smythe bag thingy

I just picked up a truly enormous Nigel Smythe bag from a member here (or maybe ibob, or both) and it's in need of a thingy. I call it thus, as I have no idea what to call it. It's a little nipple-type-thing that attaches to the flap over a side pocket, then the strap attched to the main body of