[RBW] Re: FS: Bruce Gordon Racks

No. sorry. i realize the back is a bit of a gamble, and I tried to set the price to reflect that. I may lower the price if it doesn't seem like anyone wants to take that risk of it fitting, but I've got a few interested parties right now. -- You received this message because you are subscribe

[RBW] Re: Platform Pedal Recommendation for Sam

I have been very happy with my VP-565s, which I run on my LHT. I wear them with my size 11 Tevas or my 11.5W Lowa Renegade hiking shoes. They cost around $25. On Monday, June 12, 2017 at 11:07:36 AM UTC-4, Austin B wrote: > > I'm looking for a recommendation for a decent quality, inexpensive (

[RBW] Re: FEELER! 58cm appaloosa frame and fork

On Wednesday, May 24, 2017 at 10:18:28 AM UTC-5, Singlespeed Johnny wrote: > hey everyone. i've got a used but not abused butterscotch appaloosa frame in > size 58 up for grabs. looking for $1,000 for frame / fork / headset / thomson > post > this is a feeler...looking to see if i get any intere

[RBW] Re: FS: Bruce Gordon Racks

On Tuesday, June 13, 2017 at 8:26:54 PM UTC-5, drew wrote: > these came with, not on, a specialized expedition i recently bought (and im > supposed to be getting rid of bikes). condition is structurally great, > cosmetically decent. no dents or damage, but some of the paint has rubbed off > wher

[RBW] Re: Sold 60cm on eBay - real? Who bought?

I thought there were two cheviots. One sold for slightly less than the other. What luck to see that first. -- 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

Re: [RBW] Re: Sold 60cm on eBay - real? Who bought?

I was one of ghe watchers. Super tempting but i already have a clementine and was trying to down size. Still a twinge of regret that i didn't pull the trigger. Congrats to jeff on a super score. Sky in new west > On Jun 13, 2017, at 8:06 PM, 'Chris Lampe 2' via RBW Owners Bunch > wrote: > >

Re: [RBW] Re: OT: Is there any effective protection for iPhone 6 glass?

Aha; thanks. One more reason to hold on to my 5 as long as I can, though one condition of upgrading my daughter's 6 was that she pay (well, 2/3 or so) for the glass repair so that I have a working 6 as a backup for myself. On Tue, Jun 13, 2017 at 7:55 PM, Ray Varella wrote: > Patrick, >W

[RBW] Re: Sold 60cm on eBay - real? Who bought?

I was watching with envy as someone won a like-new 55cm Appaloosa frameset for something like $800. I'm pretty sure the seller is a poster here. On Tuesday, June 13, 2017 at 9:08:54 PM UTC-5, Belopsky wrote: > > Sub $500! > > http://www.ebay.com/itm/2014-Rivendell-Cheviot-Size-60cm-INV-1093

[RBW] Re: Sold 60cm on eBay - real? Who bought?

Oh man. I'm happy you got it Jeff. That's good karma coming back to you. -- 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...@googleg

[RBW] Re: Sold 60cm on eBay - real? Who bought?

I could be wrong on this, but Bicycle Blue Book may be the clearing house for bikes traded in under the following program: http://www.bicycleretailer.com/retail-news/2017/06/12/bicycle-blue-books-trade-program-expands-performance-and-other-major#.WUCg8jOZO_s I suppose it might be worth watching t

[RBW] Re: Sold 60cm on eBay - real? Who bought?

congrats! I just bought a new cheviot frame for retail price. ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ glad to help riv i guess On Tuesday, June 13, 2017 at 7:08:54 PM UTC-7, Belopsky wrote: > > Sub $500! > > http://www.ebay.com/itm/2014-Rivendell-Cheviot-Size-60cm-INV-10938-/272715761665?ul_noapp=true&nma=true&si=N1bLevdFe0

Re: [RBW] Re: Sam 58cm with and without double top tube

Alex, Patrick, Thanks for your input. I can see both arguments. As for how much a frame flexes, I guess what seems good to some riders might not be appreciated by another rider, as always. For example, take the Karate Monkey and the Ogre; they have the same frame geometry, but the Ogre is sti

[RBW] Re: Sold 60cm on eBay - real? Who bought?

I did! Couldn't believe my eyes when I saw it. Still kinda can't. It had only been up for about an hour, and had two watchers, so I pulled the PayPal trigger before the seller realized the very likely error of his/her ways. If it's any consolation, I had to pay CA Sales Tax. Jeff Hagedorn Los

[RBW] Sold 60cm on eBay - real? Who bought?

Goodness. I'm gonna hope that there is some mistake and that this isn't real -- 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...@goo

[RBW] Sold 60cm on eBay - real? Who bought?

Sub $500! http://www.ebay.com/itm/2014-Rivendell-Cheviot-Size-60cm-INV-10938-/272715761665?ul_noapp=true&nma=true&si=N1bLevdFe0X6QqsRnJ%252B%252BiyxzxMc%253D&orig_cvip=true&rt=nc&_trksid=p2047675.l2557 -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch

[RBW] WTB: 43T, 110 S!LVER chainring

Rivendell has them on their site. Ray -- 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,

Re: [RBW] Re: OT: Is there any effective protection for iPhone 6 glass?

Patrick, What makes the 6 and newer phones more fragile is the glass goes all the way to the edge of the phone and there is no protective frame border built in to the casing. It makes for a slimmer phone with larger screens but if the phone tops and lands on the edge, the glass breaks.

[RBW] FS: S&S Coupled 700c Bilenky Tourer

Continuing my downsizing, I’m putting my S&S Coupled 700c Bilenky Tourer up for sale. When I asked Stephen Bilenky to design it, I more or less wanted something with a similar ride as my Rivendell Atlantis, but with fillet brazing instead of ornate lugs, curved seatstays for heel clearanc

Re: [RBW] Second (lighter) wheelset for my Atlantis?

Oh, for what it's worth, I find 28-30 mm tires(if they are light and supple) to be the sweet spot for rougher pavement and for mostly pavement with a bit of firm dirt and gravel; this for 700C and 559. For smooth pavement only, I'd say 26 - 28 is a sweet spot. I certainly wouldn't choose 35+ for sm

[RBW] FS: Bruce Gordon Racks

these came with, not on, a specialized expedition i recently bought (and im supposed to be getting rid of bikes). condition is structurally great, cosmetically decent. no dents or damage, but some of the paint has rubbed off where things have been attached, as you'd expect. part of me wants to

Re: [RBW] Second (lighter) wheelset for my Atlantis?

I have to agree with Garth that "best width" for "this or that condition" is a pretty wide box. I don't agree that everything to do with wheel size and bike design is "subjective" -- meaning by this word "entirely based on an individual's particular likes and dislikes"; I do think that there are re

[RBW] Re: Giving up on my Cambium C17

Thanks Joe. Good point and yes I am considered a B17 or other Brooks leather model. I am also considering a SA or a Rivet Diablo. On Tuesday, June 13, 2017 at 8:45:14 PM UTC-4, Joe Bernard wrote: > > Did you try these after giving up on leather saddles? I ask because I can > only ride B17. I tri

[RBW] WTB: 43T, 110 S!LVER chainring

Peter White handles TA Carmina/Zephyr chainrings in odd-tooth counts. A significant variety are available. TA is about the last maker for such rings. (Just wish they still made odd-toothed Cyclotourist rings.) Cheers! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Group

Re: [RBW] Re: Comic Relief: CLOSE-RANGE crankset

Amen to that. We can all find what works for us. BTW, I love the way Steve set the gearing on his two smallest cogs. Brilliant! Something I will keep in mind going forward. Cheers! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubs

Re: [RBW] Re: OT: Is there any effective protection for iPhone 6 glass?

FWIW, I've dropped my 5, 4, and 3 many times, and never broken anything. I gather that the 6 is far more fragile. What about the 7? We may upgrade my daughter's 6 before the end of the year. On Tue, Jun 13, 2017 at 5:56 PM, David Person wrote: > I've used an Otterbox on my 5s, but switched last

Re: [RBW] OT: Is there any effective protection for iPhone 6 glass?

Thanks, all. Someone gave my daughter the name of a local Apple tech whom I met and who impressed me with his knowledge. He replaced the glass ($79) and sold me for $25 a case and stick-on glass that, he said, was not as good as the Otterbox Defender, but which works well and which is much cheaper.

[RBW] Re: FS: 56cm Sam Hillborne double top tube

here are some more photos, and some of the dent in the least flattering lighting i could find. otherwise its nearly impossible to take a photo of.

[RBW] Re: Giving up on my Cambium C17

Several thoughts: -- Rivet saddles are great! I love my Diablo, but it is very narrow and likely too narrow for Albatross bars? Also Rivet has a 1 year love it guarantee, refund or exchange. Great to work with. -- Next on my list to try when I was in your same dilemma was the Berthoud Aspin, bu

Re: [RBW] Giving up on my Cambium C17

I can use B17 saddles on upright-ish bikes, but sitbones want a B17n (narrow) on drop bar/leaned over riding. In the interest of water-proofiness, I tried the in-between width of the C17 - it was good, but long distance riding aggravated bits of the undercarriage other than the sit bones. I then tr

[RBW] Re: HHH frame just arrived

Play with it a bit tonight, take some photos, look at them on the plane, and drift off dreaming of HHH rides to come. Have fun! Julian Westerhout Bloomington, IL On Tuesday, June 13, 2017 at 4:26:52 PM UTC-5, lconley wrote: > > So my small orange HHH frame just arrived. Actually I haven't had

[RBW] Giving up on my Cambium C17

Did you try these after giving up on leather saddles? I ask because I can only ride B17. I tried a C17 for a month to take advantage of the longer rails, lighter weight and weatherproofness, but it was a torture rack. Back to leather for me. -- You received this message because you are subscr

[RBW] Re: Giving up on my Cambium C17

Hi Dave. Actually know I'm not sure. I thought I would give it a try though. I am also considering a Rivet Diablo or a SA. Maybe even a leather Brooks. At this point I am trying not to waste money on a saddle I can't live with. It's such a dilemma we cyclist face. I may have to just suck it up

[RBW] Re: Giving up on my Cambium C17

I have a Cambium on my commuter but don't find it as comfortable as a Brooks B-17 or a Berthoud Aspin or Mente. The Cambium feels harder--not comfortably so--but I like the weatherproofness of it so give up a little comfort for that quality since the distance isn't daunting. Are you sure the

[RBW] Re: OT: Is there any effective protection for iPhone 6 glass?

I've used an Otterbox on my 5s, but switched last year to a Spygen Tough Armor case with the addition of a tempered glass screen protector. I love the Spygen case. Much sleeker than the Otterbox, yet provides excellent protection. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to th

[RBW] Re: Platform Pedal Recommendation for Sam

Another vote for VP Vice. -- 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] Giving up on my Cambium C17

As I continue on my quest to find relative comfort on my Sam I think I am well on my way wth a successful switch to the Albatross bars. What lies ahead is the need to address my saddle discomfort. I have two Brooks Cambium C17's. One on a Surly ICT and the other is on my Sam. I have ridden the

[RBW] HHH frame just arrived

Sleep on the plane. As for the 2.4" tires, if you are referring to the Super Motos that you suggested to me, they look like a big fat road racing motorcycle tire with plenty of clearance. Those tires were made for these frames and should eat up just about any surface you run them on. Ray --

[RBW] Re: Upright Bars

Ha, Ha, indeed. I'm betting that's a security person on a bike right behind him. You can see an arm and a bit of the bike. Regards, Richard -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving e

[RBW] Re: Does anybody ride 75+ km with non-drop-bar handlebars?

Btw, if someone of same height as me, but lower PBH were to use my bike, I think Albatross bar would work better. On Tuesday, 13 June 2017 16:04:25 UTC-7, Ash A wrote: > > > In last 1 year I have done several 23 mile one-way commute rides on bikes > with drop bars. After every ride I *minor

[RBW] Re: Does anybody ride 75+ km with non-drop-bar handlebars?

In last 1 year I have done several 23 mile one-way commute rides on bikes with drop bars. After every ride I *minor* pain and discomfort in various areas of arms, shoulder, neck and upper back. I keep finding ways to raise the handlebar. I was able to reduce the discomfort by about 50%. I'v

Re: [RBW] Re: Why'd me tire blow?

Thanks, Steve. However, don't confuse laughing at myself with being hard on myself. Life with a bludgeoned brain looks different, and for me it includes repeatedly "learning" the same indelible lessons because I forget the details. All part of the adventure! Grin. With abandon, Patrick On Tues

[RBW] Re: FS: IRD Defiant Compact Road Double Cranks

These are still available. Correction, 170mm, not the originally stated 172.5 mm. On Monday, May 29, 2017 at 10:09:05 PM UTC-5, Gideon Tsang wrote: > > 170 mm. Just a little too long of me. Like new. > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bun

[RBW] HHH frame just arrived

So my small orange HHH frame just arrived. Actually I haven't had time to open the box yet to verify that it is a small orange HHH. I am still at work. I have to leave for the airport for the west coast at 5:40 AM tomorrow. I will not be back until July 7. Talk about frustrating! I will have ti

Re: [RBW] Re: Why'd me tire blow?

Don't be so hard on yourself: none of us learned about this from a book, we took the same self-taught hands-on seminar you just did. Welcome to the ranks of the Experienced. I'll bet you never do that again... :-) On 06/13/2017 09:41 AM, Deacon Patrick wrote: My amateur attempt at forensic a

Re: [Ext] [RBW] Re: New Riv Model - Newsletter

For me, the main appeal of the mountain mixte is that it fits a variety of riders. With an ~80cm PBH, I'm in between a small and medium on many Riv models. If I were to go small on a Joe or under 50 on a Hunqapillar, I'd be too cramped to use swept bars, even with a 130mm stem. But if I were go

[RBW] Re: Platform Pedal Recommendation for Sam

+1 for the VP Vice and VP-001s, but I prefer the Vices. The 001's have pins in the center of the pedal, and I like a slightly concave feel. On Tuesday, June 13, 2017 at 2:37:09 PM UTC-4, Deacon Patrick wrote: > > Daniel, > > The Aim's description says it is "dual concave." Does that mean it is

[RBW] Re: Upright Bars

I'll bet that the cordon of French secret service vehicles will keep him safe from any traffic, at least. -- 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] Re: Platform Pedal Recommendation for Sam

Daniel, The Aim's description says it is "dual concave." Does that mean it is lower at the axel than at the front and back? If so, that limits foot position to forefoot only, no mid-foot pedaling. With abandon, Patrick On Tuesday, June 13, 2017 at 10:38:15 AM UTC-6, Daniel M wrote: > > The VP

[RBW] Re: Bike computer

I have a Garmin 810 which I bought as my first GPS bike computer and now use habitually. It's definitely way more than I need. I use it as an independent measurement of speed and temperature, which come in handy on most rides, and the clock is useful to me as a commuter. I've experimented with

[RBW] WTB: 43T, 110 S!LVER chainring

Hi Folks: Am looking for 43T, 110 S!LVER chain ring. New, unused preferred, but open for light use. Thanks, Wally -- 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: Schwalbe G One

I rode the Big Ones a bit, and found they'd hook up very well on dirt. Still, it was dry, and I don't push it. At $20 each from Jenson, they're fairly cheap to try out. Philip www.biketinker.com On Monday, June 12, 2017 at 11:13:18 AM UTC-7, iamkeith wrote: > > I currently have super motos, wh

[RBW] Platform Pedal Recommendation for Sam

The VP Aim is my current favorite. I saw them for the first time at NAHBS in Sacramento last year and bought a pair a few weeks later at Sea Otter. I find then very aesthetically pleasing and comfortable. Simple, minimalist design, available in silver, and slight concavity that helps keep your f

[RBW] Re: Platform Pedal Recommendation for Sam

I used to use VP Vice pedals but switched to Fyxation Mesa's in nylon because they're much less likely to bloody my shins. No loss in grip as far as I can tell. On Tuesday, June 13, 2017 at 12:14:39 PM UTC-4, Will Ashe wrote: > > +1 for VP Vice. -- You received this message because you are

[RBW] Platform Pedal Recommendation for Sam

+1 for VP Vice. -- 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

[RBW] Re: Bike computer

I enjoy using a Pebble watch + MapMyRide or Strava. The watch automatically pairs with the apps and gives time/speed/distance data. Not always super convenient (or safe) to look at while moving, but also allows me to read text messages/notifications and keep my phone stashed away. With the same

[RBW] FS: NItto Albastache handlebar

Taken. -- 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-owners-bunc

[RBW] Re: Why'd me tire blow?

My amateur attempt at forensic analysis of the carnage yielded the following results: the moron inflating the tire neglected to even visually check for a bulge as he inflated the tire, for the blow out was at the valve stem and by all appearances the tire bead was not set and would have been bu

Re: [RBW] Bike computer

I have a Rokform case for my iPhone 6. I'm pretty happy with it; it protects my phone from small drops, and it has a metal back so it keeps the phone from bending when I sit

[RBW] Re: Platform Pedal Recommendation for Sam

I am also happy with the VP001's, with size 16's. -Kai BK NY -- 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.

Re: [RBW] Re: Comic Relief: CLOSE-RANGE crankset

I do believe the takeaway here is there are many different ways to gear a bicycle. No limits ! -- 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-

[RBW] OT: Is there any effective protection for iPhone 6 glass?

Get some Gorilla Glass to cover the glass with. It's basically a stick on pane of glass that goes over the iPhone screen. -- 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, se

[RBW] Re: Platform Pedal Recommendation for Sam

On Monday, June 12, 2017 at 8:27:33 PM UTC-4, Kurt Manley wrote: > > I have size 13 feet and the MKS sneaker pedals always felt great to me. > They are $30 from Riv so they're within your budget and you can also > support Riv. > > I do really like the VP pedals too, *there's plastic ones that f

[RBW] Re: Platform Pedal Recommendation for Sam

No one's mentioned the Shimano M324, so I'll chime in for those. Flat one side and clipless the other. I have an 11.5 foot (wide) and for some reason the M324s work really well for me. For longer rides, I like to clip in, but I also like to wear sneakers, hiking boots or Vibram Five Fingers and