Re: [RBW] SFR 400K Brevet 3 28 15

So...would you think 33 miles a day of round trip commuting 5 days a week would be enough for a 200k? 300k? -- 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

Re: [RBW] 64cm Quickbeam on eBay.

Local to you! On Wed, Apr 8, 2015 at 8:12 PM, Philip Williamson < philip.william...@gmail.com> wrote: > This has been hanging out on Craigslist for a couple of weeks. > I've been dithering. Apparently that problem just solved itself for me. > > Philip > www.biketinker.com > > On Wednesday, April

Re: [RBW] 64cm Quickbeam on eBay.

This has been hanging out on Craigslist for a couple of weeks. I've been dithering. Apparently that problem just solved itself for me. Philip www.biketinker.com On Wednesday, April 8, 2015 at 5:06:48 PM UTC-7, Eric Daume wrote: > > I'm also seriously tempted by this: it would be great to combine

[RBW] Re: Toyo's Philosophy

Wow! A lot of those points hit close to home. His comment about people buying cheap bikes because the name and / or the color was attractive is telling. It makes me appreciate Rivendell's philosophy of buying a bike that will last the rest of one's life. Perhaps we're working our way back t

Re: [RBW] Toyo's Philosophy

Get off my lawn! On Wed, Apr 8, 2015 at 6:30 PM, James Warren wrote: > > http://toyoframe.com/en/about-toyo/our-philosophy/ > > > -- > 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

Re: [RBW] 64cm Quickbeam on eBay.

Would be great if someone on this list gets it! Shipping seems kinda' high, is that what it costs to ship a bike now? On Wed, Apr 8, 2015 at 5:06 PM, Eric Daume wrote: > I'm also seriously tempted by this: it would be great to combine the big > clearance and long dropouts of my Cross Check with

Re: [RBW] Canti-Rom

Yes, I discovered the hose 'em down trick: https://www.flickr.com/photos/cyclotourist/16173251626 On Wed, Apr 8, 2015 at 2:21 PM, mikel66...@juno.com wrote: > brifter internals do break but its more of a problem when the > internals/pawls get gummed up...which usually gets fixed with a healthy >

[RBW] Re: Picketwire Cañon Easter Trip

The photos are great. It appears all enjoyed a fun trip. You are living well! Thanks for sharing. -- 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-own

[RBW] Toyo's Philosophy

http://toyoframe.com/en/about-toyo/our-philosophy/ -- 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 t

[RBW] Re: Picketwire Cañon Easter Trip

The pic of the kids flying the kite fills me with an honest and ineffable delight. Jeff Hagedorn Los Angeles, CA USA -- 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

[RBW] Re: Easter Weekend Riding

Awesome solo ride! Grin. With abandon, Patrick -- 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 thi

Re: [RBW] 64cm Quickbeam on eBay.

I'm also seriously tempted by this: it would be great to combine the big clearance and long dropouts of my Cross Check with the tall head tube of my old Trek 620... but then again, I could buy two or three other frames that are on my list for this price, and I would have a lot of fun with those pro

[RBW] Picketwire Cañon Easter Trip

Call it a car and bike S48O to the warmer climes of Southeastern Colorado. WE loaded up the minivan with the six of us and our bikes and enjoyed sunny weather in the 80’s. Wouldn’t want it any hotter, but it sure felt good to get some warmer for a few days (our last snow was 5 days ago). Grin.

[RBW] Re: 64cm Quickbeam on eBay.

On the fence? Think of all the cool tires this bike could wear.. Smart Sams, MSOs, Voyager Hypers, Barlow Passes, Rock n Roads Big Bens A lifetime of swappin'. Ahhh ! KJ On Wednesday, April 8, 2015 at 5:42:21 PM UTC-4, David Banzer wrote: > > Not mine, if I had one it wouldn't be on eB

[RBW] Re: Jan Heine: A Randonneur’s Long Rides and Strong Words | The Bicycle Story

Nice interview eric, thanks for posting this. -ely On Wednesday, March 25, 2015 at 8:41:11 AM UTC-7, Eric Norris wrote: > > Interesting interview with Jan, in which he suggests that, > > "Ultimately, we shouldn’t divide the bicycle world into racers and > non-racers and this and that. In the end

[RBW] Re: Canti-Rom

I'm really am happy with Campy Veloce Ergopower levers running shimErgo 10-8. You can get a pair for around $100 if you shop on-line. I really like them off-road as it's much quicker to shift in techy terrain. and I always liked the canti Roms... I prefer canti's to caliper brakes by a far

RE: [RBW] 64cm Quickbeam on eBay.

That’s a nice bike. From: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com [mailto:rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of David Banzer Sent: Wednesday, April 08, 2015 5:42 PM To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Subject: [RBW] 64cm Quickbeam on eBay. Not mine, if I had one it wouldn't be on eBay. If

[RBW] 64cm Quickbeam on eBay.

Not mine, if I had one it wouldn't be on eBay. If I hadn't pre-ordered a Clem I'd be all over this... And if I hadn't just built up a Schwinn Voyageur as an upright single speed... And if I didn't have a baby on the way... And if... Still tempted. http://www.ebay.com/itm/111641791039?_trksid=p2

Re: [RBW] Canti-Rom

Although I hate the term brifters, I guess I'm forced to use it since I can no longer call them "STI" and have people know what they mean. I'm on my original pair of 105s, which are about as old as RBW. Granted, I never did the mileage that most here do. I managed to take one apart and remove

rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com

Excuse the iBOB crosspost, I've been consciously trying to list things to one specific list, but I guess not this go-around... Reconfiguring yet again... $6 shipping per order, add Willow chainrings, leather washers or other bags I make if you like - treetop.bigcartel.com Exception! If I've list

[RBW] FS: Nitto S65 Seat Post

I'm interested if it's not already spoken for. -- 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

Re: [RBW] Canti-Rom

brifter internals do break but its more of a problem when the internals/pawls get gummed up...which usually gets fixed with a healthy dose of wd40 and a re-lube Forget the iPhone 6 1 little-known Apple supplier holds wealth-changing gro

[RBW] Re: Easter Weekend Riding

Inspiring! Evan -- 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 rbw-owne

Re: [RBW] Canti-Rom

I'm slowly moving over to the brifter-side. So convenient having them right there where I'm already placing my hands. But I don't know if I would actually buy some for a bike they weren't already on. It seems like they are pretty temperamental and quick to wear as well. Almost a consumable part

[RBW] Re: FS: Thin Gripsters - New

oops sorry to bring your hopes up. I contacted Andy at Modern Bike and he has "deep magenta" which he says will match my red anodize he's essentially asking the same with free shipping. Thanks again, Ron On S

Re: [RBW] Re: Sam Hillborne and Big Ben 50's revisited

On Wednesday, April 8, 2015 at 1:25:13 PM UTC-5, Mark Reimer wrote: > > What size are they actually? And what rims are they mounted to? > About 57mm on Synergy rims. > > On Wed, Apr 8, 2015 at 12:09 PM, john muhl > wrote: > >> Super Motos on an Atlantis are awesome; way, way better than the Bi

Re: [RBW] Re: Sam Hillborne and Big Ben 50's revisited

On Wednesday, April 8, 2015 at 1:40:59 PM UTC-5, Anne Paulson wrote: > > Why are Super Motos better than Big Apples? How are they compared to Big > Bens? > With the Big Apples (the wire bead and thicker puncture protection belt version) I felt like as soon as I quit peddling I would begin coming

[RBW] Re: Sam Hillborne and Big Ben 50's revisited

Re: Supermotos vs. Big Apples: The Big Apples are wire bead with a Kevlar (or similar) belt for flat protection. In 26"/559, they come in 2.0"(50mm), 2.15"(55mm), and 2.35"(60mm). The Supermotos are a folding bead with no anti-flat belt. I'm relatively sure that in 26", they come only in 2.35

Re: [RBW] Re: How best to take up fixed/ss chain slack?

I didn't realize Surly had a dual single speed cog called a dingle! Unfortunate name. It does seem that the cog is the common problem with all possible solutions, no? Maybe, if you want to stay fixed, and you're already considering a large investment in a custom hub, you could see about getting

[RBW] WTT: New 17/21 Dingle for as-new 17/19.

Or perhaps a 17/20. The 4 t gap gives too wide a ratio jump for my purpose. -- Resumes, LinkedIn profiles, bios, and letters that get interviews. By-the-hour resume and LinkedIn coaching. Other professional writing services. http://www.resumespecialties.com/ www.linkedin.com/in/patrickmooreresume

Re: [RBW] Re: Forlorn hope: very light, silver, narrow 559 bead seat diameter rims?

Will do, Andrew. You might shoot me a reminder after about a month or so. On Wed, Apr 8, 2015 at 12:44 PM, Andrew Drummond < andrew.d.drumm...@gmail.com> wrote: > Patrick, > Please post your thoughts on these rims when you get them built up - I've > had my eye on the 27.5 and 29 versions of the E

[RBW] Re: Forlorn hope: very light, silver, narrow 559 bead seat diameter rims?

Patrick, Please post your thoughts on these rims when you get them built up - I've had my eye on the 27.5 and 29 versions of the Equalizer 27*,* for a multiple-wheelset (disc brake) convertible camping bike. thanks, Andrew > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Goo

Re: [RBW] Re: Sam Hillborne and Big Ben 50's revisited

The super motos are substantially lighter than the Big Bens to my understanding, so they should spin up faster and roll easier than the Big Bens. On Wed, Apr 8, 2015 at 1:40 PM, Anne Paulson wrote: > Why are Super Motos better than Big Apples? How are they compared to Big > Bens? > > I just moun

Re: [RBW] Re: Sam Hillborne and Big Ben 50's revisited

Why are Super Motos better than Big Apples? How are they compared to Big Bens? I just mounted some Big Bens on my Atlantis, and I'm planning a mixed terrain 3-day trip this weekend. I took the Atlantis with the Big Bens out last weekend, and on the single track, the steep gravel uphill and the sho

Re: [RBW] Re: Sam Hillborne and Big Ben 50's revisited

What size are they actually? And what rims are they mounted to? On Wed, Apr 8, 2015 at 12:09 PM, john muhl wrote: > Super Motos on an Atlantis are awesome; way, way better than the Big > Apple. The only troubles I had were: double-leg kickstand is a no go and I > needed a small extension to get

Re: [RBW] Re: Sam Hillborne and Big Ben 50's revisited

Oh MAN! Now that is a great looking setup! On Wed, Apr 8, 2015 at 12:09 PM, john muhl wrote: > Super Motos on an Atlantis are awesome; way, way better than the Big > Apple. The only troubles I had were: double-leg kickstand is a no go and I > needed a small extension to get the rear rack high en

Re: [RBW] 22t Shimano spline cassette cog ?

bro, the difference is 0.2mm, which isn't much' however, if I can replace the Shimano spacer just outside the new cog with one Campy spacer, everything should be in perfect pitch. *TABLE FOR REAR SHIFTING ONLY* *Table 1: Cog-set Sprocket Pitch and Other Data by Size and Manufacturer* Note: Th

[RBW] Re: Clem Presale Complete

I sent the email and should add that: It may have come across too pushy. I'm sorry for that. The gist is this, if you preordered a frame, we'd like to give you the chance to upgrade to a complete (no pressure) so we can mark one of the completes with your preferred color. These are bikes-in-

Re: [RBW] SFR 400K Brevet 3 28 15

I’ve been riding long distances for about 30 years, and I’ve never been into the “big miles” that some riders do. Im my experience, knowing how to do a long ride is just as important as having strength in your legs. I’ve seen many strong, young riders who DNF out of double centuries because they

Re: [RBW] 22t Shimano spline cassette cog ?

Ron: you should be able to use the 10 sp 22 on the 9 sp cassette with no problem at all. Any difference in cog width will be in practice nil. I've built 9 speed cassettes using a grab bag of cogs from 9, 8 and 7 speed cassettes; sometimes I have to squeeze a bit harder to get the lockring to thread

Re: [RBW] SFR 400K Brevet 3 28 15

Sometimes I don't ride at all between long rides. We were talking about that last weekend in fact, some of the other riders around me were saying that "oh yeah, I only ride on Saturdays" lol. I usually ride 2-3 times a week between long rides, 100 miles at most usually. On Wed, Apr 8, 2015 at 1

Re: [RBW] Re: How best to take up fixed/ss chain slack?

The Dingle cog requires a chain no wider externally than one made for 9 speed cassettes. An 8 lightly but perceptibly brushes the adjacent cog, and Surly says to use a 9. I've used the ENO and it's great, but doesn't have enough takeup; agree that it is more practical for me than an eccentric bb,

Re: [RBW] Canti-Rom

I like brifters, I just don't like how expensive they are and how prone to failure they are. On Wed, Apr 8, 2015 at 6:26 AM, islaysteve wrote: > Very nice! It's good to see another Riv owner who like brake/shifters. > Steve > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Go

Re: [RBW] Re: 22t Shimano spline cassette cog ?

Is Miche not making 9 speed anymore? On Wed, Apr 8, 2015 at 10:14 AM, Ron Mc wrote: > I did the math and figured out I should be able to use the Miche 10-sp cog > with a spacer that is 2.7 to 2.8mm, equivalent to a Campy 9-speed spacer. > > > On Wednesday, April 8, 2015 at 6:47:52 AM UTC-5, Ron

[RBW] Re: FS: Clockwork 650b Lugged Frame/Fork 56cm - Quickbeam-ish

Yes, PM me if you can. On mobile devices and can't use that function right 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+unsubscr...

Re: [RBW] Re: Sam Hillborne and Big Ben 50's revisited

Super Motos on an Atlantis are awesome; way, way better than the Big Apple. The only troubles I had were: double-leg kickstand is a no go and I needed a small extension to get the rear rack high enough.

Re: [RBW] Re: Sam Hillborne and Big Ben 50's revisited

50 mm tyres with caliper brakes, that's fantastic! Mark, you can get SuperMotos from the EU if you're prepared to pay shipping. I just bought some from bike-components.de to replace the worn big apples on my Bombadil (I **swear** they're worn, it had nothing to do with New Tyre Envy) but haven'

Re: [RBW] Re: Sam Hillborne and Big Ben 50's revisited

So nice! I love Riv's with big ol fat tires! Have you ever tried Super Motos? I can't seem to find where to buy them, but I'd love to put those on my Atlantis. On Tuesday, April 7, 2015 at 11:04:48 PM UTC-5, Bruce Smitham wrote: > > That's one of the many reasons I love my double top tube Sam.

Re: [RBW] Edelux II senso function reviews needed please

I have that light bolted to the side of a Nitto Campee front rack. You can see it in the attached photo. I just used a long bolt through the light and a fender nut as a spacer, with a nylon locking bolt on the back. It stays put even on the rockiest trails. I don't even know what the senso fun

[RBW] Re: cutting down a stem?

You can use a shim , or make one from an aluminum can :) On Wednesday, April 8, 2015 at 11:43:02 AM UTC-4, drew beckmeyer wrote: > > thanks for the input and offers. unfortunately i need a 25.4, but i think > ill try cutting mine down this weekend > -- You received this message because you are

[RBW] Re: FS: Clockwork 650b Lugged Frame/Fork 56cm - Quickbeam-ish

Would u ship to Canada? -- 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

[RBW] Re: cutting down a stem?

thanks for the input and offers. unfortunately i need a 25.4, but i think ill try cutting mine down this weekend -- 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

[RBW] Re: 22t Shimano spline cassette cog ?

I did the math and figured out I should be able to use the Miche 10-sp cog with a spacer that is 2.7 to 2.8mm, equivalent to a Campy 9-speed spacer. On Wednesday, April 8, 2015 at 6:47:52 AM UTC-5, Ron Mc wrote: > > Trying to put a custom cassette together, and need a 9-speed 22t Shimano > spl

RE: [RBW] WTB Bullmoose!

If you don’t get what you want from Rene, I have an original style Nitto Bullmoose that’s in very, very nice condition, which I’d be happy to sell you for much less than the current version. CroMo, chrome is in great shape. Nice handlebars. From: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com [mailto:rbw

[RBW] Re: FS: Clockwork 650b Lugged Frame/Fork 56cm - Quickbeam-ish

Bump. $700 shipped. On Tuesday, March 31, 2015 at 2:31:35 PM UTC-5, David Banzer wrote: > > Clockwork 650b Frame/Fork > > Custom built by Joel of Clockwork. > 56cm seat-tube. I'll take more measurements this evening. > Takes 650b wheels, cantilever brakes, 1" quill stem, 3 water bottle > bosses,

[RBW] 22t Shimano spline cassette cog ?

Trying to put a custom cassette together, and need a 9-speed 22t Shimano spline cog. If anyone has one to offer, please contact me. The Miche part is OOS everywhere. But 10-speed are available. Is there a way to use a 10-speed middle position cog on a 9-speed cassette? Maybe use one 8-sp

[RBW] Canti-Rom

Very nice! It's good to see another Riv owner who like brake/shifters. Steve -- 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...@go

Re: [RBW] WTB Bullmoose!

There are two models of the original Bullmoose bars: one with 200mm reach and the other with 150mm reach. I have 2x150 and 1x200. I'm going to be selling a 150 for sure, and possibly the others as well as I've never managed to ride them completely pain free. I love them otherwise, especially how th