[RBW] Re: Any Seattle-Area Riv-Riders Need Amber Shellac?

Hey Peter, I was surprised--the shellac did not change the feel of the cork as much as I thought it might. It's definitely a bit stiffer, but the shellac is pretty flexible, so it still has a nice give to it. It feels grippy, but not tacky. It hasn't rained in Seattle since I shellacked the bar

[RBW] Re: I've got a project bike. Do you want to do the conversion, or should I?

Yes, Bill... we always knew where this was heading... Hey, what say we make this a "group-build"... Tom, you game I'll be out in San Francisco in October... Hmmm, let's see... a black and creme 2-tone paint job... new Stumpy decals... custom stainless "S" headbadge... Dyno hub with front

[RBW] Re: FS: Wheeset, White Industry Hubs

enabler! On Aug 16, 6:12 pm, Ryan Ray wrote: > No no! Buy the Atlantis! Then let me take it for a ride! -- 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

[RBW] Re: I've got a project bike. Do you want to do the conversion, or should I?

Mike: That is one sweet bike...one-of-a-kind. Nice touch de-narding the U-brake for canti-studs... And I love the custom biplane fork... had me convinced (at first) that this was an '84 Stumpy... It's gotta be a blast to ride... Peace, BB On Thursday, August 16, 2012 9:43:53 PM UTC-4, Micha

Re: [RBW] Re: Seattle S24O group trip, could be awesome

After Labor day is great. On Wednesday, August 15, 2012 11:16:14 PM UTC-7, stonehog wrote: > > Labor day or later is better for me, too. > > Brian Hanson > > On Aug 15, 2012, at 9:28 PM, Scot Brooks > > wrote: > > > My ideal would be labor day or any weekend thereafter. > > > > -- > > You r

[RBW] Re: Silver Downtube shifters and 10-speed cassette?

Friction shifting stops at 8 for me. Though I use the Shimano ones for what that's worth. -- 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/-/75QbwVQR

[RBW] BikeCharge Unboxing Photos

I pulled the trigger and bought the BikeCharge unit that I mentioned here a few weeks ago. It took about a week to arrive (it came from Hong Kong), but it is not in hand. Here are the unboxing photos: http://campyonlyguy.blogspot.com/2012/08/bikecharge-unboxing-photos.html I'll post road test r

Re: [RBW] Re: 52cm Waterford Bombadil for sale-custom 1 top tube model

Ok so interesting developments are afoot. I struck a deal to sell my super fancy phone that I really dont use since I am not on facebook, twitter or any of that other garbage, its really surprising that someone will pay close to $500 bucks for a phone but hey, I will take it!. So the Rivendell sur

[RBW] Re: I've got a project bike. Do you want to do the conversion, or should I?

I "know" a drop bar conversion would be great on this old Stumpy... here is my Lugged "87 Comp with 46cm Noodles, Brooks etc. http://www.flickr.com/photos/37347002@N05/7089294979/in/photostream ...mines a 58 frame with a 59.5 top tube. I did cheat a little as it was missing a fork. Had Chaun

[RBW] FS: VO spec Sugino Alpina 175mm

I went bike camping out to Tolt from Seattle a few weeks ago. On the way back we went up that 10% grade for a mile and then some and I realized my great VO Spec Sugino Alpina 48/36 wasn't enough. That and pulling my kid on camping trips. So I picked up a XD triple and now I can sell this double.

[RBW] FS: Wheeset, White Industry Hubs

No no! Buy the Atlantis! Then let me take it for a ride! -- 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/-/eiij0G7GXu0J. To post to this group, send e

[RBW] Re: Silver Downtube shifters and 10-speed cassette?

I have found that using DT friction shifters on anything with more than 7 cogs is too fussy due to the reduced space between the cogs. I have the Silver DT's on a bike ith a 9 speed and I am always overshifting. 6 and 7, no problems. On Aug 16, 4:43 pm, lungimsam wrote: > 3rd review down on lin

[RBW] Re: Paul Brakes; MiniMoto v. Motolite

I tried running a mini-moto on my Atlantis with a 50mm Big Apple. The brake itself work great. I had a little trouble getting the tension even, but I'm not entirely sure that was an issue with the brakes design. All in all it was pretty easy to set up. Unfortunately, running the mini-moto with t

[RBW] Re: Silver Downtube shifters and 10-speed cassette?

3rd review down on link below has a cat that uses them on 10speed and says they work. But no details. I would call Rivendell and ask. Let us know the reply. I am thinking of getting some someday for my 10-speed cassette, as I am now using DT shifters on my bar ends.: http://www.rivbike.com/produc

[RBW] Re: FS: Wheeset, White Industry Hubs

oops...700c. On Aug 16, 3:27 pm, rob markwardt wrote: > Greetings, >   Last night I came within a keystroke of buying that 64 Atlantis on > ebay all because I have the perfect set of wheels for it sitting > lonely in my garage.  If I'm going to have to suffer through this > temptation every time

[RBW] FS: Wheeset, White Industry Hubs

Greetings, Last night I came within a keystroke of buying that 64 Atlantis on ebay all because I have the perfect set of wheels for it sitting lonely in my garage. If I'm going to have to suffer through this temptation every time a cool bike comes along I'm in big trouble...so lets get pass em o

[RBW] Re: 52cm Waterford Bombadil for sale-custom 1 top tube model

Yeah, and the cogs are saying that this might doom the impending marriage... Ryan On Aug 15, 7:14 pm, Pondero wrote: > That's a fine looking bike, Peter, and appears to be a good deal. > > But I'm married, and I know now is not the time for a new project.  I'm > hoping someone on this list will

[RBW] Silver Downtube shifters and 10-speed cassette?

I'm delighted at the shifting of Silver Downtube shifters with a 9-speed cassette. I'm running that setup on three bikes. I'm contemplating a lightweight 650B wheelset. I already have the Pacenti 650B road rims (confirmed <400g on my scale). I'm probably going to get a pair of White Industr

Re: [RBW] Orange Atlantis in SF

This might be a totally superfluous post, but in my aging airheadedness, I remember that we type AASHTA before a Sheldon Brown link, but I had forgotten why we did it, or what it stood for, so I looked it up again. AASHTA stands for: As Always, Sheldon Has The Answer. Now why can't I forge

[RBW] Re: Bleriot ride report...

Thanks, I had Nifties on it when I first built it up, but it has Pari-Motos now. The Nifties definitely looked cool with the checkerboard pattern. My wife really liked the look. But I got a great deal on the Pari-Motos and had wanted to try them. They are so smooth and cushy. So I'm keepin

Re: [RBW] Orange Atlantis in SF

On Thursday, August 16, 2012 2:29:03 PM UTC-4, Cyclofiend Jim wrote: > > > Regarding the orange color - it was a tricky and expensive "two pass" > paint job - http://cyclofiend.com/rbw/color.html#Rambouilletorange > > AASHTA - http://sheldonbrown.com/org//rambouillet/index.html his was >

Re: [RBW] Orange Atlantis in SF

On Aug 16, 2012, at 11:29 AM, Cyclofiend wrote: There's one I see reasonably regularly and have for a number of years. Don't think he's on-list. It's one of the 1st Gen orange models and it gets ridden. Always seem to pass oh that pesky "SEND" button... What I was starting to say was

Re: [RBW] Orange Atlantis in SF

On Aug 15, 2012, at 8:53 PM, allenmichael wrote: On Sunday, say a beautiful orange Atlantis riding in SF near the Golden Gate Bridge. Any information on the owner. I would be curious as to the exact color. I checked the cyclofiend site but only one orange, and it looks to be housed in Seat

[RBW] Orange Atlantis in SF

On Sunday, say a beautiful orange Atlantis riding in SF near the Golden Gate Bridge. Any information on the owner. I would be curious as to the exact color. I checked the cyclofiend site but only one orange, and it looks to be housed in Seattle. http://www.cyclofiend.com/cc/2006/cc119-kellyp050

[RBW] FS: 59 cm A Homer Hilsen

For sale is my 59 cm AHH. 2009 Waterford bought direct from Riv HQ in 2010. Normal beausage for a 2+ year old frame. One 8 or 9 cm long paint nick on the TT near the seat post that was touched up with proper touch up paint I bought from Waterford. I was helping a morning commuter who's chai

[RBW] two trailers for sale

I've got two trailers for sale (selling for funds for another project!): 1) A BicycleRevolution EcoShopper trailer as seen here: http://www.bikerev.com/pg30.cfm Little use, New price is $179 plus shipping, I'm asking $100 shipped w/in conus. 2) A Cycletote small cargo trailer w/ blue and yell

Re: [RBW] Any Seattle-Area Riv-Riders Need Amber Shellac?

Thanks Rob, I'll try it. Jeff Denver On 8/15/12, Rob wrote: > Hi Jeff, > > I masked off everywhere but the cork with masking tape, plastic bags and > brown paper, so I kept the drips off the bike, and didn't have the occasion > > to clean it off the bike's paint. It is easiest to clean up of cou

[RBW] Re: Mystery Bike!

Has this particular bike or any of the other ones been posted as a completed build? I really, really like the look of the one posted in this thread. On Tuesday, August 7, 2012 12:11:53 PM UTC-5, Pudge wrote: > > Is here, but no time to assemble. But here's a pic... > > No name, no decals. W

[RBW] Re: Paul Brakes; MiniMoto v. Motolite

The MiniMotos' arms are 83mm long. Mine are due to arrive in a couple of days, so I'll post a review when I get some soak time on them. On Monday, May 21, 2012 10:10:32 AM UTC-6, Phil Bickford wrote: > > Being a big Paul fan (just so you know) it's always exciting to see a > new product emerge

[RBW] Re: D2R2 2012?

I'll be at D2R2, for my fifth year. It's an incredibly beautiful route, and I highly recommend it. Give the 100km a shot—forget that hype. D2R2 is challenging, but you can find a bailout route if it stops being fun. Bring a map, pencil, and paper if you're concerned. You'll find locals and D2R2

[RBW] Re: Bleriot ride report...

Very cool. Looks like you have Niftys on there, too. I like STI for the efficient shifting. But I also like bar-ends for the friction option. If I got a new Riv, I would be hard pressed to decide which way to go. Both are fun. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Goo

Re: [RBW] Re: fat tires for the Hillborne

All, I just put a set of Schwalbe Road Cruisers (700 x 40 ,brown with reflex) on my Sam. I haven't gotten a chance to ride them any distance yet, but they felt nice on a breif test ride. They measure about37 mm on Mavic Open Sport rims. I have a first generation green/ gold Sam with canits. They ar

[RBW] Re: I've got a project bike. Do you want to do the conversion, or should I?

MBB You know how this is going to turn out. :-P Of course I'm going to end up doing the conversion. It's particularly inevitable for me since I already have a fun drop bar cockpit ready to go. The cash out parts will be tires, tubes and brake pads. Maybe fenders. You also know that you

Re: [RBW] Re: WTT B68 for B67 (Brooks saddle)

Bobby, I'll snap a pic this evening when I get home. Thanks and please send pic of your 68. Best, Clyde On Thu, Aug 16, 2012 at 10:51 AM, Montclair BobbyB < montclairbob...@gmail.com> wrote: > Clyde: > > I have a newish B68 Honey (in great shape) that I might consider trading, > but would like t

[RBW] Re: I've got a project bike. Do you want to do the conversion, or should I?

BTW, my good friend and local (Sonoma) jeweler/cyclist from Healdsburg, Scott Kalkman crafted the headbadge, and I'm confident could craft one for this beauty... http://tinyurl.com/bmssvju BB On Thursday, August 16, 2012 11:04:04 AM UTC-4, Montclair BobbyB wrote: > > William, you rascal...very

[RBW] Re: Altantis almost complete!

I will definitely post some pics after I shellac the bars. I like the Pauls alot. The rear touring canti is really resposnsive and powerful. I am still having some issues with the front neo-retro. It just doesn't seem nearly as powerful and requires quite a bit of hand strength. I had my buddy w

[RBW] Re: D2R2 2012?

On Wednesday, August 15, 2012 2:06:07 PM UTC-4, Zack wrote: > > > It looks like a beautiful ride, but I am a bit intimidated by all the hype > surrounding it (i.e. that it's the hardest ride you'll ever do, etc.). I > like to ride, but I don't like to slog. > Do it. there is some climbing, but

[RBW] Re: Altantis almost complete!

Very nice. Would like to see photos after you shellac the bars; I suspect that that will complement your Brooks nicely. How do you like the Pauls? I installed the same set on my Atlantis last month. Even thought I haven't tweak them much, they work great. Steve Seattle On Thursday, August 16,

[RBW] Re: I've got a project bike. Do you want to do the conversion, or should I?

William, you rascal...very tempting... I have a serious weakness for '85 Stumpies... but alas I already have my own (which I transformed into a kind of "Atlantish tribute bike"... http://tinyurl.com/8fu6kqx ) BUT TO ANYONE INTERESTED... THIS is an exceptional bike, and will make a lifetime ke

Re: [RBW] Re: Altantis almost complete!

Lookin' Good! Cheers! lyle On 16 August 2012 10:32, The Cripler wrote: > > > > On Thursday, August 16, 2012 7:29:52 AM UTC-7, The Cripler wrote: > >> Several weeks back, with the hear

[RBW] Re: WTT B68 for B67 (Brooks saddle)

Clyde: I have a newish B68 Honey (in great shape) that I might consider trading, but would like to see a photo... I can provide a photo of the B68 Thanks, Bobby montclairbob...@gmail.com On Thursday, August 9, 2012 10:39:10 AM UTC-4, ccanter wrote: > > Greetings. A while back I wanted to try a

[RBW] Re: Fashion Cycles and Apparel

Well that series where they juxtapose a model with a bike is pretty lazy. But if getting bicycling into fashion is part of its growing acceptance and popularity, I'm all for it. Plus, the wine carrier rocks (great use for a 2nd top tube): http://www.vogue.com/vogue-daily/article/beyond-the-ba

Re: [RBW] Fashion Cycles and Apparel

Hah! Can't wait to see the men's collection. Soon, we be style'n. Riv missed the boat in marketing splats and the windstopper lobster bib. Shoulda called Vogue. Shoot, come to think of it, the MUSA knickers fit right in. -JimD On Aug 16, 2012, at 6:31 AM, Addison Wilhite wrote: > I posted

[RBW] Re: Altantis almost complete!

On Thursday, August 16, 2012 7:29:52 AM UTC-7, The Cripler wrote: > > Several weeks back, with the hearty encouragement of this forums > members, I purchased my first Rivendell - a us

[RBW] Re: Altantis almost complete!

On Thursday, August 16, 2012 7:29:52 AM UTC-7, The Cripler wrote: > > Several weeks back, with the hearty encouragement of this forums > members, I purchased my first Rivendell - a us

[RBW] Altantis almost complete!

Several weeks back, with the hearty encouragement of this forums members, I purchased my first Rivendell - a used 58cm Atlantis. It was a deal that was too good to pass up, and I have been nothing but incredibly happy that I made the leap. Since the purchase, I have been tweaking the bike fit an

Re: [RBW] Re: Fashion Cycles and Apparel

I posted something about this earlier in the week. I'm wondering when the last time was that one of these models or designers was actually on a bike? Still like fashion photography and it is high profile visibility for bikes regardless of what you think about the styles. :) http://reno-rambler.

RE: [RBW] Mystery Bike!

Dropout and derailleur hanger bent in shipping, so I couldn't build right away. Tools to try to do DIY repair ordered, if I can't fix it properly I'll ask Steve Bilenky to help me out. Pics as soon as it's up and running, and a ride report, too, I promise. GP offered to cover everything, of c

[RBW] Re: Bleriot ride report...

Here it is, in all of its STI glory! On Wednesday, August 15, 2012 6:50:52 PM UTC-4, lungimsam wrote: > > I love the bar-ends. I friction shift with them. Quiet and smooth. Fun >> to use. >> I have thought about brifters, but I like the bar-ends. >> I thought that they would be difficult to r

Re: [RBW] Re: Seattle S24O group trip, could be awesome

Labor day or later is better for me, too. Brian Hanson On Aug 15, 2012, at 9:28 PM, Scot Brooks wrote: > My ideal would be labor day or any weekend thereafter. > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups > "RBW Owners Bunch" group. > To view this discu