[RBW] Re: Classic Shop

Very nice. I would like to be in that shop. Thank you, ~Tom On Sunday, August 7, 2016 at 6:35:56 PM UTC-7, Eric Norris wrote: > > Thought the group might like this photo of Vecchio’s Bicycles in Boulder, > CO. Great classic shop—they don’t make them like this any more. > > https://flic.kr/p/K

Re: [RBW] 30k Riv Romulus report

WoW! Congratulations!!! On Sunday, August 7, 2016, Joe Broach wrote: > Cross posted to RBW and iBoB. > > I'm updating the drive train on my canti-Rom, bought pretty much new as a > frame from a Wyoming i-bob in 2005. I realized looking through my > maintenance notes that I'm right at 30k miles--

[RBW] 30k Riv Romulus report

Cross posted to RBW and iBoB. I'm updating the drive train on my canti-Rom, bought pretty much new as a frame from a Wyoming i-bob in 2005. I realized looking through my maintenance notes that I'm right at 30k miles--hard to believe! It was fun to tally up what's been done over that time, especial

[RBW] Re: AHH For Loaded Touring?

I have CX70 cantis on my Appaloosa. Good power, excellent modulation, no squeal..the proverbial "invisible bike part" which does what it's supposed to do so well that you forget about it. They look good, too. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Own

Re: [RBW] Classic Shop

Awesome! I used to go there in 1995 when the ink wasn't even dry on my Riv membership! Glad it's still there. Thanks for the flashback, Eric! "Do you have any NOS Bridgestones? How about Ritchey Force stems, the silver ones?" said 25 year old me. Sent from my iPhone > On Aug 7, 2016, at 6:35

[RBW] Re: FS Bags, Racks, etc.

The Nitto F-16 has sold. Items 2, 4, 6, and 7 are still available. As a reminder, the extras stays for the Nitto R-10 are 23 cm instead of 42 cm. On Saturday, August 6, 2016 at 1:16:04 AM UTC-5, Steve Butcher wrote: > > The Saddlesack has sold. Items 2, 4, 6, 7, and 8 still available. > >

[RBW] Shimano 9-Speed Bar End Shifters

Shimano 9-Speed Bar End Shifters Good but used condition A few scratches but they work they fine. $42 shipped to the CONUS -- 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,

[RBW] FS: Quickbeam Suzue Rear Wheel $50

Stock rear wheel from an orange-era 'Beam. Wheel, SS freewheel, and quick-release. $50 + actual shipping via bikeflights.com (should be no more than $30). Would love to partial trade for a Phil Wood q/r front hub in shiny condition. https://www.flickr.com/photos/cyclotourist/28805959216/ https:/

[RBW] Classic Shop

Thought the group might like this photo of Vecchio’s Bicycles in Boulder, CO. Great classic shop—they don’t make them like this any more. https://flic.kr/p/KLZYRf --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com www.campyonly.com campyonlyguy.blogspot.com -- You received this mess

Re: [RBW] Re: RBW / BQ inspired steel lugged custom

Thanks for your comments Doug. I agree, Steve is a master at his craft. I didn't want a full rear rack for this bike; in fact, I initially only wanted the front small rack, but when he showed me his racks, I just couldn't let the opportunity pass. They give the bike such a distinct look and funct

Re: [RBW] Re: 10-30 minute rides

One thing I learned years ago, in order to best lose weight through cycling, is that riding a short distance everyday is very effective...as long as it doesn't require any additional eating. So... A daily 20-30 minute ride in the morning or evening, without any extra pre-or-post calorie intak

[RBW] Re: How is this even possible?

Watch his upper body & legs. He picks up the handlebars (at least un-weights the front end) so the front wheel pops over the stairs. He's clipped in so he just picks up the rear wheel via the pedals. Could I do this? No way! Could someone who races MTBs for a living and spends a lot of tim

[RBW] Re: RBW / BQ inspired steel lugged custom

Rene: Following your evolution thru bikes over the last couple of years (??) has been interesting. You have a knack for defining subtle differences in understandable terms. This no doubt was key in your communications with Steve Rex. My wager is that when complete the bike will be everything

[RBW] Re: Quick on/off basket? Quick on/off rack?

Very cool Patrick, looks to be stable with the wood bracing. I go to the store all the time by bike, for big orders I ride my Surly Big Dummy, otherwise I take my '82 Stump Jumper which has rear panniers or the QB with front Wald rack. JohnS On Thursday, July 28, 2016 at 6:12:13 PM UTC-4, Pa

[RBW] Re: AHH For Loaded Touring?

Hunter, my Atlantis uses Shimano CX-70 cantis and I couldn't be more pleased with both. Regarding buying a less expensive interim bike, it could take some time to put a new AHH or Atlantis or Hunq in your hands. The time between paying a deposit and paying the balance could enable you to be cre

Re: [RBW] Re: 10-30 minute rides

Beth, love your attitude! Wishing you many happy rides. Best, Richard On Sat, Aug 6, 2016 at 4:54 PM, Beth H wrote: > Since my health began going up and down, I've come to really appreciate > those short rides, especially on the days they're all I can manage. > Any day I can ride a bicycle beco

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

Well yeah DP ! Some of these races come down to photo finishes of less than an inch separating them. Wins means more $$$ in multiple ways. Racing is hard, really hard , really really really hard, nothing like recreation riding. Pros also ride tubular rims and tires, which are very diffe

[RBW] How is this even possible?

"Uphill" is deceiving, he was making good time going into the turn. I think it was flat leading up to the stairs, then he used leg-bounce and forward arm thrusts to clear them. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscrib

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

Why is noone on a Rivendell? -- 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: Olympic Bike Racing, Cobbles, and tire width

Och! For want of 4 seconds! Stunning skills, a horrific crash on a mountain descent (she's at hospital and conscious) and a spectacular finish, especially if you're Dutch or Swedish. Patrick: I've been watching on NBColympics.com. With abandon, Patrick On Sunday, August 7, 2016 at 11:18:47 AM

[RBW] Re: A question for Soma San Marcos Owners (V2 in Tiburon blue)

My 51 cm San Marcos splits the difference. 1st generation banana bend fork, 2nd generation Tiburon blue paint, 2nd generation mid-fork eyelets. I'm running 42mm Compass Babyshoe Pass (actual 40-41mm) under my fenders. On Saturday, August 6, 2016 at 5:51:38 PM U

[RBW] Re: How is this even possible?

Bike skills ! On Sunday, August 7, 2016 at 2:39:29 PM UTC-4, Lungimsam wrote: > > ...and could you do ot on a 30lb steel bike? > > He even starts from an uphill, and doesn't look like he has much speed. > > https://youtu.be/o0oGMix5X44 > > -- You received this message because you are subscri

[RBW] AHH For Loaded Touring?

Hunter, I've done a few loaded tours with my AHH and thought it performed quite well. Mine is a 56, and I'm a little lighter than you, but I tend to over-pack and never saw a need for a heavier bike for road tours myself. In fact, I've started carrying my camping loads on an even lighter (more

[RBW] Re: RBW / BQ inspired steel lugged custom

👍 On Sunday, August 7, 2016, Patrick Moore wrote: > One more, after perusing the photos again: this is one of the prettiest > and most interesting frames I've seen! > > On Sun, Aug 7, 2016 at 12:31 PM, Patrick Moore > wrote: > >> Oh! And I'm glad you posted the photo of the fender cutouts -- I

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

Professionals that race and make parts, frames and tires are not stupid or ignorant as they are all about winning bike races and sales/sponsorships. Big $$$. There is more to a bike than just the tire and rolling resistance of that tire by itself. You've also got areodynamics and the drag o

[RBW] How is this even possible?

...and could you do ot on a 30lb steel bike? He even starts from an uphill, and doesn't look like he has much speed. https://youtu.be/o0oGMix5X44 -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop recei

Re: [RBW] RBW / BQ inspired steel lugged custom

One more, after perusing the photos again: this is one of the prettiest and most interesting frames I've seen! On Sun, Aug 7, 2016 at 12:31 PM, Patrick Moore wrote: > Oh! And I'm glad you posted the photo of the fender cutouts -- I am > shortly going to do something similar to the 50 mm Berthoud

Re: [RBW] RBW / BQ inspired steel lugged custom

Oh! And I'm glad you posted the photo of the fender cutouts -- I am shortly going to do something similar to the 50 mm Berthouds to get them to fit the fork of my '03 Riv Road. On Sun, Aug 7, 2016 at 12:31 PM, Patrick Moore wrote: > Thanks for these additional photos; some of the details I misse

Re: [RBW] RBW / BQ inspired steel lugged custom

Thanks for these additional photos; some of the details I missed before are quite striking -- the dropouts, for example. I wish I'd thought of the SON hub-light connection system for my Matthews. I see the hangar. My "Ls" are mounted considerably higher, but this is valuable primarily for a fixed

Re: [RBW] RBW / BQ inspired steel lugged custom

Hi all, Here's a small update on the rear fender line adjustment, as well as the tubing & geometry specs. Also added some more photos with additional details: @Patrick, I took a couple of photos of the chain hanger on the inside of the right rear seat stay so you could see it. https://www.flickr

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

I missed this: can anyone pass on the link? Thanks. Patrick "just learned that Coppi pushed a 49X22 up the Ghisallo in the Giro de Lombardia" Moore On Sun, Aug 7, 2016 at 11:18 AM, Deacon Patrick wrote: > Everyone looks like they are riding skinny, high pressure tires and > jouncing heavily on

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

They are remarkable atheleates aren't they. -- 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 gr

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

Tongue in cheek, Ted. It's a totally different type of riding than I (dare I say we?) do, many people smarter than me decide what is needed to be as fast as possible, and the cobbles are only a small percentage. It is amazing to watch! With abandon, Patrick On Sunday, August 7, 2016 at 11:24:5

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

I am surprised that you are surprised. -- 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,

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

Everyone looks like they are riding skinny, high pressure tires and jouncing heavily on the cobbles in the women’s race this morning. I’m surprised no one has paid attention to Jan. With abandon, Patrick www.OurHolyConception.org www.MindYourHeadCoop.org -- You received this message because

[RBW] Re: FS 53cm Roadeo

One more time...$2250 professionally packed and shipped to the 48 states. -- 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...@google

Re: [RBW] Re: AHH For Loaded Touring?

I'm no brake expert, and have canti's on both my Hunqapillar and Quickbeam. I think the canti modulation thing is a non-issue in actual use. I have no issue feathering my brakes or clamping them hard or everything in between. This includes nearly all riding conditions of surface, weather, load,

[RBW] For Sale - Hunquapillar 58cm Complete

Hi Everyone, I have a 58cm Hunquapillar for sale. Why am I selling it? I don't want to, but I realize that I'm probably not going to bike camp or tour any time soon, and if I do I'll use my AHH for an S24O. At any rate, I need room for some other bike stuff I have going and I figured I'll

Re: [RBW] Re: AHH For Loaded Touring?

Thanks again to all. A few things: I have a perfectly lovely Bridgestone road bike that I've clamped racks on and am touring with shortly. I think I can get a very good deal on the VO frame and I already have the parts so that would not be a very significant investment, but I do appreciate the

[RBW] Re: RBW / BQ inspired steel lugged custom

> > I am excited for you! Great bike, great storybeautiful photos > The rear rack is brilliant. You have me dreaming of a new bike.. > Congrats on the weight loss. I lost seventy one lbs. (from my heaviest) > and have kept it off. It was too hard on my joints and back. Clim

[RBW] Re: A question for Soma San Marcos Owners (V2 in Tiburon blue)

Thank you all for your input! I appreciate it. On Saturday, August 6, 2016 at 5:51:38 PM UTC-7, RoadieRyan wrote: > > I am considering a San Marcos frame before they are all gone specifically > a 54cm frame for 650b wheels and I have a few questions for anyone who > might own a version running

Re: [RBW] Re: AHH For Loaded Touring?

I have four bicycles right now with centerpull brakes, one of which is brazed on, the rest have a traditional mount through the fork crowns and seat stay bridges. I would be hard-pressed to tell the difference. In fact, the Dia Compes are my favorite brake. Visually, you need to be a cognoscent

[RBW] Re: WTB (or trade) MKS Touring pedals

I have a like new pair if you're still looking. Jim (Madison, WI) On Friday, August 5, 2016 at 1:13:28 PM UTC-5, John Bokman wrote: > > Hi all. > > I'm interested in buying a set of MKS Touring pedals (maybe they used to > be called Sylvan if memory serves?) that Riv used to sell. > Or I'd gla

[RBW] Re: AHH For Loaded Touring?

Hunter, You weigh 180 pounds and want to carry 30-40 on a bike and are concerned with "breaking it" ? Wherever this idea came from, nowhere, it is complete nonsense and you know it. We're not speaking of super-lightweight frame here, Get the AHH and just simile :) What Riv means about

[RBW] Re: AHH For Loaded Touring?

ok so i think it has been answered that the homer can handle a load. But, if you are really looking for a touring bike, not a bike that can sometimes be loaded if necessary, i think it is silly to pick the homer just because it can be had with centerpull mounts. i had a miyata 1000 prior to