[RBW] Re: Cracking paint or (gulp) cracking frame?

A wise man once, maybe twice, said "even great bikes break". If it is cracked, at least it's a fairly straightforward repair. -Kai BKNY -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emai

[RBW] Re: My new Sam is complete!

Dude, that looks amazing! -- 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

Re: [RBW] Model(s) going away

John, are you asking me/Joe? I don't understand the question. -- 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.

[RBW] Anyone have a spare set of Bullmoose bars?

Hi All, I knew I would regret selling my Bullmoose bars a few years back. Does anyone have a spare? I'd be happy to buy the bars and also have the following for trade: - Nitto Mark's rack - Sugino wide-low crankset (175 mm arms) - $100 in Riv credit (in $10 increments from the Hail Mary) - p

[RBW] Re: Cracking paint or (gulp) cracking frame?

Thank Kainalu, I've got some of these for my Plestcher double kickstand, and you're right, they do a fine job of protecting the stays. That's why I'm a little puzzled about this crack and how it came to be. Cheers, John On Thursday, June 14, 2018 at 8:18:16 PM UTC-7, Kainalu V. wrote: > > No

Re: [RBW] Re: stopping and rim brakes

I have a Hunqapillar with canti brakes, a Hilsen and Roadeo with side pulls, a MAP with crazy expensive Compass centerpulls, and the tandem with V brakes. Here's a though I've never, ever had, period..."I wish this bike stopped better." They are all absolutely fine. I pull that handle and the bi

[RBW] Re: Cracking paint or (gulp) cracking frame?

Not that you need it, but these chainstay sandwiches that rivendell sells are great for taking care of your chainstays/kickstand plate when using a kickstand. It doesn't look like a kickstand related scratch

Re: [RBW] Model(s) going away

Joe, what about the Roadeo? Any frames for this year? Thanks, JohnS On Thursday, June 14, 2018 at 1:36:30 PM UTC-4, Joe Bernard wrote: > > Hmm, there used to be a link on the website..it's an email list you > subscribe to. Let's see if my copy/paste worked: > > > retrofit > View this email in

Re: [RBW] Re: MTB hints in yesterday's Blahg?

Single HHH sounds pretty fantastic... I thought the HHH was supposed to be a 'double Clem' myself so maybe the new Riv Mtn is a lugged MIT Clem but a bit heavier duty...?!? That would be sweet. Clearance for 2.35 tires with fenders (like the Clem and HHH) will be very compelling. A ride as st

Re: [RBW] Re: MTB hints in yesterday's Blahg?

“Just know that it's a Riv thru and thru, it will have a superior form of disc brake that utilizes the rim for maximum leverage and light weight” So wait it’s going to have thru axels and rim brakes? (ducks) -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW

[RBW] Re: Cracking paint or (gulp) cracking frame?

Thanks Chris. Photos sent to Mark at Riv. I'll see what he says before I repaint the sanded area. Cheers, John On Thursday, June 14, 2018 at 6:32:56 PM UTC-7, Christopher Murray wrote: > > I’d send the pic to Riv. > > Chris -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google

[RBW] Re: Cracking paint or (gulp) cracking frame?

Thanks Clayton. Sanding complete and the bare metal looks fine, so for now I'll assume the paint cracked. I didn't realize how thick the primer, paint and topcoat was, and can see how a crack in this might appear more serious. Cheers, John On Thursday, June 14, 2018 at 6:16:17 PM UTC-7, Clayto

Re: [RBW] Huge Rosco Mixte

The step through really shines if and when you're using a rear seat, but out of the seat pedal mashing with the rear childed Monster Rosco is unadvisable. Out of the saddle pedal stompage is unadvisable with a kid out back on a 65 Clem H as well, but considerably less unadvisable than with a wr

[RBW] Re: Model(s) going away

I, too, took it to mean they're alternating between the similar models, since there isn't much reason to have both Sam and Homer, Joe and Atlantis in stock at the same time. The catalog made it clear that they did the subtle differences (wheel sizes, brake style) just to help give each one a mo

[RBW] Re: Notes on a new Sam Hillborne, Albastache handlebars, and on being "fast enough"

Nice write up Jonathan and a great looking Sam! Well done. I'm a big fan of the original mustache bar, have them on three bikes now, different bikes, same cockpit. JohnS On Thursday, June 14, 2018 at 5:34:44 PM UTC-4, Jonathan K. wrote: > > I just became a Rivendell owner last fall when I boug

Re: [RBW] Re: MTB hints in yesterday's Blahg?

On Thursday, June 14, 2018 at 6:36:03 PM UTC-4, Grant @ Rivendell wrote: > > Harold J. Nutso would be a fine name, though. You have to admit that. O my > goodness...is there still time? > After a few seconds' thought, I have concluded that I would quite happily ride a bike with the name "Nuts

[RBW] Re: Totally OT, but no TV

Feel free to PM me for more info, but I work in a (very) related field, and I will go to bat for the Roku. If you want more info and my input doesn't strike the collective as too far OT or quasi-shilling (disclosure: I am a reseller for both devices by virtue of my profession), I'm happy to pos

[RBW] Totally OT, but no TV

Apple TV works great if you are a Mac user and want to use iTunes but more expensive. If not Roku is probably cheaper and just as good. Amazon fire is also a good option. Get one with voice search. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch"

Re: [RBW] Re: MTB hints in yesterday's Blahg?

Look forward to seeing / riding the mountain bike offerings! > On Jun 14, 2018, at 5:03 PM, Joe Bernard wrote: > > Like this? > > https://sfbay.craigslist.org/nby/bik/d/the-gary-fisher/6607342679.html > > Gary did his own replica a couple decades ago, I had one for a while. Cool > bike, I

[RBW] Cracking paint or (gulp) cracking frame?

I’d send the pic to Riv. Chris -- 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 e

[RBW] Cracking paint or (gulp) cracking frame?

Not saying it can't happen but a horizontal crack would be odd. If it was me I'd sand off the paint and see how it looks underneath though Clayton Scott SF, CA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group

[RBW] Cracking paint or (gulp) cracking frame?

Good evening, I noticed this small crack in my left chain stay near the bottom-bracket lug on my Hunq. I'm hoping the paint is just cracking or it's a scratch of some kind. There are no strange creaks coming from the bike, but could this be a crack in the chain stay? How might I find out defi

Re: [RBW] Re: quality of bike photos on Riv website

I have been using Dropbox shared folders, which seems to work pretty well. For example: https://www.dropbox.com/sh/a5i7ci89o2i6hne/AAAqFNk1TNaWNr_shjgDLNUCa?dl=0 Regards, Mike Austin TX -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To

[RBW] Totally OT, but no TV

I don't have TV, or more exactly no high speed TV service connection. We are looking to buy either a Roku or Apple box but the advertising seems to be all sizzle and no steak. Can anyone tell me how these two competitors stack up? Michael -- You received this message because you are subscr

[RBW] Re: My new Sam is complete!

Got the copper water bottle cage. ;) > -- 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: MTB hints in yesterday's Blahg?

Like this? https://sfbay.craigslist.org/nby/bik/d/the-gary-fisher/6607342679.html Gary did his own replica a couple decades ago, I had one for a while. Cool bike, I shoulda kept it. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsu

Re: [RBW] Re: MTB hints in yesterday's Blahg?

What are the chances the new bike is going to look something like Gary Fishers Repack bike? THAT..would..be..amazing! Chris -- 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, s

[RBW] Re: West Point Inn Invite - June 22 and 23

I love the West Point Inn! Although I've hiked Mt. Tam several times, I visited the WPI for the first time last June for one of their pancake breakfasts, having hiked there via the Old Railroad Grade. A weekend spent biking those trails and hanging with some fine folks sounds wonderful; I'd lov

Re: [RBW] Re: MTB hints in yesterday's Blahg?

There's still time!!! -- 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: [RBW] Re: quality of bike photos on Riv website

Jim Thank you. I have a Flickr account and will give Google photos a try also. Thanks for reaching out. Jon On Thu, Jun 14, 2018, 3:44 PM Cyclofiend Jim wrote: > John - > > I think the original comment had to do with the photos on the Rivbike.com > site - As far as sharing photos here, we used t

[RBW] Re: MTB hints in yesterday's Blahg?

That's Star Trek episode " Landru " ! On Thursday, June 14, 2018 at 5:52:03 PM UTC-4, Garth wrote: > > > > > It's like the Star Trek episode of "Landu" . Everyone follows the > whims of the computer voice and are enslaved by nobody. > -- You received this message because you

[RBW] Re: MTB hints in yesterday's Blahg?

What the "gimme disc" perspective is blind to is that if even one regular(not tandem) bike is given discs, then it will "how come I can't get discs on every bike ? "X brand does why aren't you like X brand ? Why not ? ... oh okay ... but why not ? ... .. I get it . but why not ?"

[RBW] Betty Foy w/40 miles for sale

Size and price? -- 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-owner

[RBW] Re: quality of bike photos on Riv website

John - I think the original comment had to do with the photos on the Rivbike.com site - As far as sharing photos here, we used to have a high contingent of members who were also on Flickr. That has been recently bought by SmugMug and it might come back to usefulness, but even though I'd posted

[RBW] Re: Low/No Carb Electrolyte?

I use the Hammer Endurolight tablets on long hot days. I use 2/hr. They're nice because they don't actually taste like anything, so you can basically drink/eat whatever feels right anyway. I also keep a backup supply of tums and mustard in my kit to squash any cramps that pop up. -- You rec

[RBW] My new Sam is complete!

Awesome photos and bike! Your build is very classy. -- 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

Re: [RBW] Re: MTB hints in yesterday's Blahg?

Ok I haven't had your problems with QR disc wheels, but I'm literally the slowest bike mechanic you'll ever meet. It probably works alright for me because I take all freaking day to do it ;-) -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group.

Re: [RBW] Re: Introduction - Doug Shaker

Paul- Re a new location for the Bike Exchange: As I understand it, we have a reasonable candidate for a new site, but no definitive agreement.  I think this really means "No, but it isn't completely hopeless."  Our needs are so quirky - not much rent, but all we need is a corner of your parking

[RBW] Re: MTB hints in yesterday's Blahg?

When I saw the Hubbuhubbuh with a 27.5 x 2.4" Schwalbe Moto X tire, my first thought was 'I want this bike but made for 1.' I think in the Rivendell world, 2.4" can be considered plus sized (assuming that's what they're even going for with this prototype that's being discussed). If a Hubbuhu

[RBW] Notes on a new Sam Hillborne, Albastache handlebars, and on being "fast enough"

I just became a Rivendell owner last fall when I bought a new Appaloosa. I was so impressed with that bike, and loved riding it so much, that I wanted to replicate that super comfortable, smooth ride on my long-distance road bike. I wanted to try a more road-ish Riv, and when the pre-sale for

[RBW] Re: Any must see bike shops in Berlin?

Besides Cicli Berlinetta, most shops are in Friedrichshain, in the east Steel Vintage Bikes (mentioned by Michael) - very curated store experience. lives up to its name, but not a huge selection of bikes. very cute, though. Der Radrenner - just south of Boxhagner Platz. yes, you enter through a

Re: [RBW] Re: MTB hints in yesterday's Blahg?

No, the wheel never went back in the same way it came out. The wheel /fork/caliper relationship always changed. I understand that that thru-axles were invented to cure it. On Thursday, June 14, 2018 at 5:01:53 PM UTC-4, Joe Bernard wrote: > > Well I said I was going to let it go so I will, but y

Re: [RBW] Re: MTB hints in yesterday's Blahg?

Well I said I was going to let it go so I will, but you shouldn't be having to reset your brakes every time you pull a wheel on a disc bike. The pads don't come out of adjustment unless you're knocking them back. Don't knock them back. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to

Re: [RBW] Re: MTB hints in yesterday's Blahg?

I for one hate disc brakes, especially hydraulic disc brakes. Every time I remove a wheel I have to readjust the brakes and it is difficult to see the disc/pad interface to adjust them, Bleeding them is also a PITA. I have zero problems with sidepull, centerpull, catilevers and drums - simple to

Re: [RBW] Model(s) going away

If it makes you feel any better Jim, I get the newsletter, but didn't get the catalog. On Thursday, June 14, 2018 at 12:09:00 PM UTC-5, Jim Bronson wrote: > > Where does one find this newsletter? I usually get physical mailings from > RBW but haven't seen one since the most recent catalog. >

Re: [RBW] Re: MTB hints in yesterday's Blahg?

I’ve ridden all kinds of brakes and vastly prefer disc brakes, especially on single track...I was a vocal skeptic for their use on the road but after using them I can’t say they are worse. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. T

Re: [RBW] Re: MTB hints in yesterday's Blahg?

I said it's difficult to find people who don't like them. It is. -- 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.c

Re: [RBW] Huge Rosco Mixte

It's kind of funny... I just recently finished my 3rd or 4th ride on my 65cm Clem H since installing a Thule Yepp Mini front seat and having previously been somewhat regretful about missing out on the Rosco Monster Mixte and hemming/hawing about going for a 64Clem L while available I'm now beco

[RBW] Re: FS - Nitto/Riv Mark’s bars

Great catch, Nick. These bars are 44cm in width. -- 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 th

Re: [RBW] Re: MTB hints in yesterday's Blahg?

Difficult for you, maybe. I've tried "good" disc brakes, and still never wished that my bikes had them. On a cargo bike, or what mtb's have become today, sure. You have plenty of options if you want them on every other kind of bike. On Thursday, June 14, 2018 at 7:04:15 AM UTC-7, Joe Bernard wr

[RBW] Re: Low/No Carb Electrolyte?

Pickle juice has saved me from gnarly cramps a few times. Reed turned me onto those "Salt-Stick" capsules on a ride, and I bought a big jar. They work better than pickles, and you can carry them on the bike. I've only had cramps once in this hot spell, when I forgot the tabs. Highly recommended.

[RBW] Re: Low/No Carb Electrolyte?

What the body creates for storing energy is called glycogen. A very cool slideshow about it: http://slideplayer.com/slide/7451631/ It's easier to process carbs and sugars into glycogen than fats and proteins into glycogen, but the molecule is a storage mode for energy that can be tapped in shor

Re: [RBW] Model(s) going away

My understanding from that statement is that Riv will be alternating orders between the Sam and AHH, and Joe and Atlantis. That is why the sizing doesn’t overlap. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this gr

Re: [RBW] Model(s) going away

Hmm, there used to be a link on the website..it's an email list you subscribe to. Let's see if my copy/paste worked: retrofit View this email in your browser Learn • Shop • Blog • Support • Call: (800) 345-3918 Rivendell Bicycle Works 2040 North Main St. #19 • Walnut Creek, CA 94596 Ju

[RBW] Bikepacking the Smokey Mountains of the Colorado Rockies

Beautiful photography and delightful writing. Thank you for sharing, Patrick :) -Ana -- 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+unsubs

[RBW] Re: FS - Nitto/Riv Mark’s bars

I'm all good on road bars, but prospective buyers will likely want to know the width. -Nick in ATX On Thursday, June 14, 2018 at 11:33:46 AM UTC-5, Ryan Merrill wrote: > > I have a set of Mark’s bars that I need to get rid of and figure someone > here might want them. I used them on my Roadeo

[RBW] Re: Low/No Carb Electrolyte?

Stephen, yes, I've been known to ride around the countryside with my coffee kit...and if I understand what Andy said, perhaps a bit too much so. Chris (learning lots) Johnson Sanger, Texas On Thursday, June 14, 2018 at 7:53:13 AM UTC-5, ascpgh wrote: > > I like a cup of coffee before the weekly

Re: [RBW] Model(s) going away

Where does one find this newsletter? I usually get physical mailings from RBW but haven't seen one since the most recent catalog. On Thu, Jun 14, 2018 at 7:58 AM Bill Lindsay wrote: > The newsletter pretty unambiguously declared the MIT Hilsen is replacing > the Hillborne, so there will be no m

Re: [RBW] Huge Rosco Mixte

"The thread that won't die!!" I suppose all the huge Rosco Mixtes and 64 Clem Ls have been spoken for? I regret not getting one, it would have made my iBert usable when my kid was around a year. As it was, it was hard to get on the bike with my 65 Clem H the iBert was mounted. I tried it on my

[RBW] Re: UPDATE: It Was the Worst of Times, It Was the Best of Times

Leah, The “iPhone photo of iPad while FaceTiming” cracked me up! :-D D's smile is priceless. Clems are a delight! Ah, but red, definitely red for your sister! <3 -Ana, whose purpleriv was almost redriv ;) -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owner

[RBW] FS - Nitto/Riv Mark’s bars

I have a set of Mark’s bars that I need to get rid of and figure someone here might want them. I used them on my Roadeo that I sold so I really have no use for them. Nitto quality and lighter weight than the Noodles. These are in really good condition with just some tape residue and some stem m

[RBW] Bikepacking the Smokey Mountains of the Colorado Rockies

Hey Paul, Aye, I carry a personal locator beacon in the event of emergency. If I ever need to use my PLB it is because I failed or something went very, very wrong. https://www.acrartex.com/products/catalog/personal-locator-beacons/resqlink-plb#sthash.VCJHMnSM.dpbs I’ve seen a big increase in re

[RBW] Re: Model(s) going away

Btw, if anybody wants a Grilver 52 L with fenders, check this baby out. Somebody went bonkers with the cream on the headtube. Sweet! https://www.rivbike.com/products/bicycle-clem-l-52cm-grilver-fendered-indexed -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW O

[RBW] Re: MTB hints in yesterday's Blahg?

It just occurred to me that the "long" chainstays on my Bombadill may be the reason that it was 40% off as a web special/garage sale item. I had been thinking about a Hunqapillar as Rivendell had told me I was too heavy for an Atlantis as a touring bike and suggested the Hunqapillar. I saw the

[RBW] Re: Model(s) going away

I took this as they are alternating models and the Sam was staying but it was the last Sam for 2018. Also the Clem. H is going away but not the Clem L. I would be surprised if they included the Sam in the catalogue but are discontinuing the model. -- You received this message because you are

[RBW] Re: Model(s) going away

The newsletter sounds pretty definitive to me. Dave says the Sam is "so similar" to the MIT Hilsen, so it's gone. Which makes sense..there's no reason to have Appaloosa, Sam and Hilsen all at the same price point. Clems - at least the H model, not sure of L - are soon to be history, too. If you

[RBW] Bikepacking the Smokey Mountains of the Colorado Rockies

I too enjoy reading about your adventures Patrick. Great pics. Thanks for sharing. Do you carry some sort of emergency tracker signal device in case you needed help? Paul in Dallas Who has had a few adventures in Colorado but not to the degree of yours. Terrific stuff!

Re: [RBW] Re: It Was the Worst of Times, It Was the Best of Times

Leah- Awesome! Gene has been receptive to Grant's wavelength ever since he raced Bridgestones back-in-those-days. I had a fun time meeting all the One on One folks, Anna Schwinn, and All-City/Fulton Brewing race team when I visited Minneapolis. We ended up playing ping pong in the museum/apartm

[RBW] Re: Low/No Carb Electrolyte?

So, how does that work if you're in ketosis? Is that where the liver converting protien to glucose comes in? Chris -- 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 em

[RBW] Re: Model(s) going away

I wonder if they will be bringing out more sizes with the Hilsen like they had when made overseas. I originally had gone to Gravel and Grind to buy a Sam, but ended up with a Joe A. I think it's because of the ride quality that I liked, but after riding the Sam again, I think it was because of

[RBW] Re: Low/No Carb Electrolyte?

It works with just a little and glycogen (a complex, tree-like molecule) stores in your liver and largest muscles can provide such when harvested by adrenaline and released into your blood. Andy Cheatham Pittsburgh On Thursday, June 14, 2018 at 9:02:39 AM UTC-5, Christopher Cote wrote: > > Andy

Re: [RBW] FS - Nitto Handlebars, Thompson Seatpost

https://photos.app.goo.gl/PPIwQXkYop13X0Pq2 Pictures and two additional seat posts for sale; 46cm Heat Treated Nitto Noodle - $40 48cm Heat Treated Nitto Noodle - $50 52cm Nitto RM-014 Dirt Drops - $50 (no red ribbon, not sure if they are HT or not) Thompson Zero Setback 27.2mm Seatpost, Black-

Re: [RBW] Another Riv geometry chart

This older geo chart is shared by Dave @ Rivendell on Google Docs - it has some older sizing info, and missing some of the newer models and sizes, e.g. it has the old Sam sizing and doesn't have Joe Appa and Clem https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1gfiN1kOxVrthdc6eScUF9fP5n-BvRBILbBMYiEg5LM4/e

[RBW] Re: Model(s) going away

I agree, Tony. Sams are their best selling bike, right (1st one they recommend, per catalog). Really hard to see them killing it... Tom -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving email

[RBW] WTB : Sackville SaddleSack Large : Grey Grid

I have one that is slightly used if you are still needing one. Email me if you do. -- 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

[RBW] Re: Model(s) going away

I took it as for the year not forever. Seems like the somewhat overlapping offerings - Appaloosa/Atlantis, Hillborne/AHH are being brought out in series rather than parallel... which makes sense to me. Not sure about the Clem note but I'd be surprised if they went away for good given how many

Re: [RBW] Re: MTB hints in yesterday's Blahg?

Mark: I think the issue is it's difficult to find people who've tried (good, not Walmart-level) discs and not liked them. I understand there's a framebuilder reason to not want to mess around with the things, but they're pretty fabulous on the rider end. But I give up. Yesterday's newsletter t

[RBW] Re: Low/No Carb Electrolyte?

Andy, I looked at the link you provided, and Saltstick is sodium, potassium, magnesium, calcium, and vitamin D. Is it assumed that you get the requisite glucose from another source? Chris -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To

[RBW] Re: Model(s) going away

Aforementioned quotes: "More affordable A Homer Hilsens are replacing Sams later this year (they're so similar)." "...so don't forget to to buy a Clem H when the last shipment comes in this fall. Last chance for the "cheap" Riv." "Last run of Clem H" On Thursday, June 14, 2018 at 8:58:53 AM

[RBW] Re: MTB hints in yesterday's Blahg?

I measured last night - my 650B size 52 Bombadil has 47cm chainstays as opposed to the 45cm listed on the geometry chart in another post today - almost an inch longer. Laing Cocoa, FL On Wednesday, June 13, 2018 at 4:42:28 PM UTC-4, Kieran J wrote: > Interesting. In photos, Bomba rear wheels h

[RBW] Re: New Dia Compe 610 Centerpull Brakes?

I ordered a set from Japan a while ago and they should be showing up in the next couple of weeks. I will be using them on the front wheels of a couple of bikes. - My Betty Foy for better clearance around the front fender (R-559 side pull on the rear) and on my Rosco Bubbe V1 with a 750 center p

[RBW] Re: New Dia Compe 610 Centerpull Brakes?

A bike shop in Japan says they received the brakes on June 2, so it might require some more time until they land on US. https://www.velocraft.jp/blog/post-322/ The blog post says "The surfaces of the new DC 610 brakes look nicer than old ones." Takashi -- You received this message because you

[RBW] Model(s) going away

The newsletter pretty unambiguously declared the MIT Hilsen is replacing the Hillborne, so there will be no more Sam Hillbornes. The newsletter also said a little bit more ambiguously that Clem’s are going to end. For the year or forever wasn’t clearly stated, but it said the last of the cheap R

[RBW] Re: Low/No Carb Electrolyte?

I like a cup of coffee before the weekly group ride, even if it gets hot or "spirited", it has it's benefits and detriments. Caffeine has it's appreciated benefits but it does that by constricting small blood vessels, including those in your kidneys' smallest functional units, making you have t

[RBW] Another Riv geometry chart

This one seems have disappeared from the Rivendell web site. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bu

[RBW] Re: and a triple crank?

I'm intrigued that the list of numbers in the original post has generated 8 replies so far (not counting Garth's) that address some perceived question or issue that I can't decipher. Are you all that much smarter than I am? No need to answer that---it's a rhetorical question! On Tuesday, J

[RBW] Re: New Dia Compe 610 Centerpull Brakes?

fun copy from Grant We got our first samples of the new/reissued/semi-changed and seemingly > improved Dia-Compe Mod. 610 centerpull brake. It has, at our request, a > lighter spring return for the calipers, which means a lighter pull-to > squeeze them. In the old days we'd all have strong hand

[RBW] Re: Thumb Shifter Opinions - IRD Silver SOS vs Microshift 9 sp.

My wife has a Riv with Silver bar ends and a Sequoia with micro shift thumbies. She never complains about the thumbies but raves about the Silvers as the best shifting bike ever. Of course that's just one element in the system. Michael On Wednesday, June 13, 2018 at 3:40:53 PM UTC-4, Paul Cl

Re: [RBW] Re: MTB hints in yesterday's Blahg?

That was me being a wee bit facetious. It comes up in every thread that speculates on upcoming bikes, or what Rivendell should do to make more money, or some random discussion. Interesting phenomenon. On Tuesday, June 12, 2018 at 10:39:10 PM UTC-4, Joe Bernard wrote: > > Discs on a Rivendell do