[RBW] Re: Pedals

FWIW, while on the subject of shoes & pedals, I just got a pair of vivobarefoot "Breatho Trail" shoes this week and they are by far the most comfortable shoe I've ever had, and they are awesome in terms of ride performance and comfort. They are sort of like Vibram Fivefingers but thicker and don't

[RBW] Re: FS: 60cm Quickbeam.

I measure 84.8cm standover with 28mm Paselas -- 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/-/4O0SPMJQ0RAJ. To post to this group, send email to

[RBW] Cycling in the Economist

And in the US and in London. http://www.economist.com/node/21562252 http://www.economist.com/blogs/blighty/2012/08/cycling-london http://www.economist.com/node/21556970 -- "Believe nothing until it has been officially denied." -- Claude Cock

[RBW] Recomendations?

1. Cheapest *decent* hanging scale with capacity of at least 40 lb. I know Park makes an electric one for $60, but I would be quite happy with a mechanical model if cheaper. (I want to find out how heavy my Fargo is.) (Seriously, I like to weigh my grocery loads -- just 'cause.) 2. Prest-cum-Schra

Re: [RBW] Grant at College Park Bikes - DC metro area

> > There's an outside chance I'll be there, but if not, here's a preview - > and a bonus. There are* two* great shops in College Park, not far from > each other. College Park Cycles is maybe the biggest and best, but Proteus > Bicycles is worth a stop too. Larry Black is THE guy at CPC, would

[RBW] Re: Rivs by city

Awesome, the more the better in Kentucky. I would really like to ride in eastern Ky sometime. On Tuesday, September 11, 2012 8:50:07 PM UTC-5, Jason Underwood wrote: > Cool, Kentucky Rivs! My wife and I have two more on the other end of the > state, in Flemingsburg. 2011 Hilsen (his) and 20

Re: [RBW] Re: Rivs by city

That is probably me. I have an ornage 93 X0-1 and regularly cross Wellington Crescent at KingswayAlso commute on a PX-10 single w M-bars On Sunday, September 9, 2012 7:40:51 PM UTC-5, Michael Richters wrote: > > On Sat, Sep 8, 2012 at 12:51 PM, Ryan > > wrote: > > Rare as hen's teeth in Winnipe

RE: [RBW] Re: FS: 60cm Quickbeam.

That's pretty accurate with 33mm Jack Browns -- actual as measured on my 60cm QB is 85.0 cm.. From: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com [mailto:rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of BSWP Sent: Wednesday, September 12, 2012 3:40 PM To: rbw-owners-bunch@goog

[RBW] Re: FS: 60cm Quickbeam.

Estimated standover height is listed along with other measurements at Cyclofiend's site: http://www.cyclofiend.com/rbw/geometry.html#quickbeam For 60cm frame, it's estimated at 84.9cm - Andrew, Berkeley On Wednesday, September 12, 2012 12:31:02 PM UTC-7, IanA wrote: > > Any idea what the stand

[RBW] Re: FS: 60cm Quickbeam.

Any idea what the stand over is on the built up 60cm QB? On Monday, September 10, 2012 5:42:10 PM UTC-6, tragicallyaverage wrote: > > Sorry about the price issue. I completely flaked on that aspect. Not > trying to run up bids or anything at all. Looking for $700 plus shipping if > necessary. I'

Re: [RBW] Re: Pedals

Cool idea, but my whole point for using these pedals is that they don't chew up my footwear (or feet if barefoot), and I have found that I don't miss the grippiness of pins or whatever. On Wednesday, September 12, 2012 1:37:42 PM UTC-4, Philip Williamson wrote: > > Grip Tape. $5 at the skate s

Re: [RBW] stem shifters!

Those are cool, Ray. The thing that I particularly like about this IRD product is that it gives you an inline barrel adjuster. If you have a Sam, a Betty, a Bleriot, or any other bike with hosing stops on the downtube, then this is one of the ways to get yourself a barrel adjuster that you can

Re: [RBW] Re: Pedals

Grip Tape. $5 at the skate shop will put gription on every pedal you own. They have enough stickability to ride fixed offroad with no other retention. Skateboard pedal decks: http://problemsolversbike.com/blog/comments/how_to_make_skateboard_pedal_decks_for_clipless_pedals/ It makes MKS GR-9s

[RBW] Re: FS: 63cm A. Homer Hilsen (AHH) with S&S Couplers Frame/Fork or complete bike

Blindrobert, Do you still have this frame for sale? If so, I'm interested. I couldn't figure out how to contact you through the group, so please get in touch with me. Thanks! On Monday, August 1, 2011 4:02:12 PM UTC-4, Blindrobert wrote: > > oops. > > Here is a picture link that hopefully w

[RBW] Re: Pedals

Fair enough. I'm a form follows function guy. In spite of all my gray bags, I have an olive Lemolo tool roll, because its the best design I've ever seen. The long platform of the GK is what makes them work for distributing the load and letting you move your feet around a bit. If you search

Re: [RBW] Rivs in Rhode Island

robert, i did see the orange ram and blue/green atlantis on the TFCE, not quite sure which town we were in. the green ram sighting was somewhere on the way to mystic ct. on the backroads mike goldman warwick,r.i. Woman is 53 But Looks 2

[RBW] Re: stem shifters!

I was just thinking to post a question about these. GF bought a pair for her Homer and they're really good, but I have a little problem with set-up. I just took the Silver shifters off the bar-end mounts and stuck them straight on the IRD "thingy". Only problem is, I had to tighten the wingnut

Re: [RBW] Re: Add to your riding kit

Oh, err, oops, yeah, I misread the ad: stoopidly thought it was a *cover* for a *beard*. Actually, it does make sense -- tho' it does indeed look odd. Can we talk about something else now? On Wed, Sep 12, 2012 at 9:04 AM, Mojo wrote: > I am always looking for ways to protect my face when XC or

[RBW] Re: Add to your riding kit

I am always looking for ways to protect my face when XC or downhill skiing and still breathe freely. I kind of like this product, except it is non-wool. That's a show stopper. Wool balaclavas and ear bags will remain on my skiing and winter cycling gear list. On Tuesday, September 11, 2012 6:17

[RBW] Interesting bicycle product review site; noted in particular for lighting information.

http://swhs.home.xs4all.nl/fiets/index_en.html He has wy too much time on his hands (ask me how I know -- must drum up more business!! $100 for any referral resulting in a full-price sale) but his reviews of bicycle lights are thorough and extensive and may be of interest to all of you who are

Re: [RBW] stem shifters!

I like the bell placement, too. - David G in SF On Tue, Sep 11, 2012 at 3:39 PM, William wrote: > I might have to get me a copy of the IRD stem shifter thingy. That thing > is sweet! > > http://www.rivbike.com/product-p/sh15.htm > > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to

Re: [RBW] stem shifters!

I like stem shifters. I have two bikes set with them, and will possibly convert my Atlantis from DT to stem shifting. On my Gomez, I followed Rene's lead and used a set of Paul Thumbies to carry Shimano BE shifters. Works very well, and looks very clean. Here's a shot of a vintage SunTour set

Re: [RBW] Re: Pedals

Sorry my post wasn't clear. I am using these pedals- they don't grip well, but I got used to it, and don't have any trouble keeping my feet on them. On Wednesday, September 12, 2012 10:03:44 AM UTC-4, Patrick Moore wrote: > > Those pedals are the same as or very similar to the stock pedals o

Re: [RBW] Grant at College Park Bikes - DC metro area

Tom, unlikely I will be unable to break away from work that day... bummer!!! I expect the paparazzi to catch a few photos of the mystery bike out on the town... On Tuesday, September 11, 2012 3:19:01 PM UTC-4, Pudge wrote: > > Are you going, Bobby? I'll be there, I expect, and hope to be on t

Re: [RBW] Re: Pedals

Those pedals are the same as or very similar to the stock pedals on my friend's lately purchased Novara Fusion and I have to say that, at least with boat-type slip ons, those on the Novara, at least, don't grip very well. What I'd like to see is rubber block pedals with a half clip, but I suppose

[RBW] Re: FS: 55cm Roadeo, F/F/HS

Still for sale, how about $1250 shipped? On Thursday, September 6, 2012 9:43:24 AM UTC-4, sjauch wrote: > Hi, > > Selling my Roadeo which is about 2 years old. Some paint chips around the > rear dropouts and a small chip in the top tube that's been touched up but > still visible. > > I'd li

[RBW] Re: Pedals

I grew up using beartraps and BMX pedals with pins, but lately am more and more inclined to use less aggressively grippy flat pedals such as rubber blocks or "comfort pedals" like these

RE: [RBW] stem shifters!

Riv put 'em on my Mystery Bike -- they're REALLY great. Here (cable obviously not hooked up): http://www.flickr.com/photos/37542512@N04/7734587352/in/set-72157630957672582 From: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com [mailto:rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com] On Beh

RE: [RBW] Re: Rivs by city

Alas, none that I know of in Delaware except mine: Fully built and in active rotation: Atlantis, Quickbeam, SimpleOne, Homer. Transitional status: Mystery Bike, Bombadil, Bleriot. But I think there are several up the road in and around Philadelphia -- Justin? F

[RBW] Re: Rivs by city

I've only seen a couple other Rivs here in LA - a woman on a stunning red Betty Foy on La Brea and a guy on what looked like a well-loved Atlantis on 8th Street. I commute most days on a silver Quickbeam. I wish there was more bike-gazing to be had here. Unfortunately, I spend most of my time d

Re: [RBW] Rivs in Rhode Island

Was that Tiverton? Sent from my iPad On Sep 12, 2012, at 2:47 AM, "mikel66...@juno.com" wrote: > i have 2 Rams, an Atlantis, Heron Road and a Heron Wayfarer. my buddy has a > Saluki and a Heron Randonnuer which only a handful were produced so im told > > this past sunday on our clubs annual

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: Nitto Lugged stem, Paul Racer brakes, Tents, Campy Ti seatpost,650b tires

George. It is. Paypal is fine. Thanks From: GeorgeS To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Sent: Tuesday, September 11, 2012 6:40 PM Subject: [RBW] Re: FS: Nitto Lugged stem, Paul Racer brakes, Tents, Campy Ti seatpost,650b tires Is the lugged stem still

Re: [RBW] Re: Rivs by city

In this college town I have seen an orange rambouillet,a guy who rides an atlantis on a regular basis, hillborne, and a lady on a smaller frame atlantis, and a hilsen. Add to that my rodeo and simpleone. Dave Nawrocki Fort Collins, CO - Original Message - From: "Kelly" To: rbw-owne