Re: [RBW] RBW Seattle bike shops!

If you're in Ballard, I'd just go to Free Range in Fremont. They're super close to you, and were at one time a Rivendell dealer. They are also super nice people there, and definitely won't mock you. No "bike shop dude" mentality there - in fact it's a woman owned business. On Tuesday, June 25,

[RBW] Re: Good Problem to have? FS/FT

I would build up the MIT one as an old school style MTB with Wavie or Bullmoose bars, and the Waterford as a drop bar all-rounder. Unless you can't afford to keep both, I bet you wouldn't regret it! Eamon seattle On Wednesday, June 26, 2019 at 8:34:14 AM UTC-7, Anthony Childs wrote: > > I've wa

[RBW] Re: RBW Seattle bike shops!

I second both Back Alley and Free Range. I also recommend Counterbalance (along Burke Gilman near U-village). Recycled Cycles in the U-district has good used parts bind to scavenge. Eamon Seattle -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" g

[RBW] Re: Roadini fendering at 32mm?

I am currently running a pair of R539 brakes on my '83 Trek, and at least in the front, they are the limiting factor in fender/tire clearance. Dia Compe 610's offer several millimeters of additional clearance over the 539's. I think if you want maximize clearance with that kind of brake reach,

[RBW] One month on the Roadeo

Looks great. Based on my 89 pbh, it looks like it would be just my size. :) Roadeos and "not Legolas" customs are my dream bikes. Eamon Seattle -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receivin

[RBW] Re: Drop Bar Fans: anyone tried the 50cm So Bar?

I wonder if they are actually any wider than a 48cm Noodle. They state 50cm c-t-c at the ends. Noodles are 48cm c-t-c at the lever clamps - with the 4 degree flare, they must be close to 50cm at the ends. The other measurements seem very close to the Noodle as well. I wonder if they aren't just

[RBW] Re: Dear Riv, please make a wider Noodle

If you mean the Nitto RM-013 Dirt Drops, the listed size is measured at the ends, where the Noodle sizes reflect the width at the hoods. The RM-013 flares at the ends of the drops a little more. I think a 48cm Noodle is actually 48cm at the hoods, where the 52 RM-013 is closer to 46cm at the ho

[RBW] Re: Silver Legolas on the blug

Those look like the Compass 700c x 38mm Barlow Pass tires. Eamon Seattle -- 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

[RBW] Silver Legolas on the blug

That is a great looking bike. If I could afford a custom, it would be very close to a Legolas. Eamon Seattle -- 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: Fun random happening at RBWHQ

Thanks, Bill. I’ve been considering putting different bars on my ‘87 Trek Antelope. I’ve been waffling between Bullmoose, Albastache, and Chocos. The Chocos look good on a bike like that. The forward curves look like a nice spot to grip. Eamon Seattle -- You received this message because yo

[RBW] Re: Fun random happening at RBWHQ

Bill, by chance were the bars on that Atlantis the new “wavie” bars they’ve been working on? Atlantis looks good as a hilly bike. Eamon Seattle -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiv

[RBW] Re: Silver 2 thumb shifters on the Blahg

I’ll be getting a set! Eamon Seattle -- 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] 61.5 Homer on a beautiful December Day

Nice! I didn't think I was a fan of that blue until seeing it in person several months back when I stopped by Rivendell. It is really quite striking in person. Eamon Seattle -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe fr

[RBW] Will 700x38 Gravelking SKs fit on my Ram?

I suspect that what brakes to see using will be part the deciding factor. Centerpulls typically help maximize clearance at the crown and bridge as compared to dual pivot sidepulls, but they're not all the same. How much space do you have between the top of your 32mm tires and the brake? Eamon S

Re: [RBW] Hunqapillar

Bullmoose bars look proper on that bike. Looks like fun will be had! Eamon Seattle -- 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: Anyone ridden both 26"/700c Atlantis'?

If you look at the geometry charts, Grant does use slightly different geometry for different wheel sizes (especially noticeable is differing HTA and fork rake). I think he tries to tune the handling feel nearly the same regardless of wheel size. Obviously, acceleration might feel different with

[RBW] FS: 2014 Atlantis 56cm demo

Damn, that's a proper looking Atlantis. Luckily, it's too small for me! Eamon -- 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...@g

[RBW] Re: Rambouillet fender clearance thread. List yours!

I don't have a Rambouillet, but I think your experience is about what to expect from any bike designed for 57mm reach brakes. Under best case scenario, you might fit 32mm tires and fenders, but clearance will be tight. I think the intention is for 28mm max tire size with fenders, and 35mm (mayb

[RBW] Re: Recommend 700 x 28c tire, please.

I’ve never had more than 75psi in my Chinook Passes, but I only weigh 140 pounds. I have the extra light version, and am a little over 1000 miles in, with no flats. I do find them noticeably nicer riding than the 28mm non-belted Paselas they replaced, but not necessarily dramatically so. I chalk

[RBW] Recommend 700 x 28c tire, please.

You can't go wrong with Compass Chinook Pass, or Gravelking 28's. Schwalbe probably has something comparable. Eamon -- 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

Re: [RBW] Re: Blahg Post Ethiopian Shoes

Yes, Doug, I only meant that this discussion group is not a direct line to RBW, and that any message to them should go directly to them. They obviously read SOME posts here, but they don’t host or moderate this group. Eamon -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google

Re: [RBW] Re: Blahg Post Ethiopian Shoes

Doug, this group is about Rivendell bikes, but not run by them. Try emailing or calling them. Eamon -- 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] Problem with Roadinis?

Personally, I would consider the extra clearance a plus. That's commonly a spot where fender clearance is reduced by brake interference. I understand not wanting that if you don't plan on ever fendering the bike, or don't want to maximize tire size, but I'd personally only consider it a problem

Re: [RBW] Hilltrek Ventile Cotton Analogy Sale

John, please do post some pictures when your Greenspot arrives. Eamon -- 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...@googlegro

[RBW] Re: Best brake fork crown clearance calipers?

Aha! I guess I always think about buying brakes as a pair (front and rear), but the original post did specify best fork crown clearance, so maybe the search is just for a single brake. - Eamon On Sunday, September 16, 2018 at 12:51:49 PM UTC-7, tc wrote: > > Right now (Sunday 9/16 3:47pm ET) eb

[RBW] Re: Best brake fork crown clearance calipers?

Do people actually sell Paul's for under $100, even used? I'm asking, not disagreeing. I've never seen them for that price, but I've also never really shopped for any used other than casually searching. Eamon On Saturday, September 15, 2018 at 10:24:06 AM UTC-7, tc wrote: > > Right, Eamon, that

[RBW] Re: New Riv Mountain Bike

I love all the little musical instrument decals - hope they stay. Eamon Seattle -- 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: Best brake fork crown clearance calipers?

Paul's are a lot more than $100... -- 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

[RBW] New "Hill" Bike is Posted

It doesn't really strike me as a "step through" - it's just a curvy/droopy dropped top tube that gives more standover clearance. As said earlier, a bit like a Jones spacecraft in that regard. Either way, I love it. Eamon -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Gro

[RBW] Best brake fork crown clearance calipers?

Centerpulls are going to be your best bet as far as minimizing brake interference with fork crown clearance. I think you'd have to go used to find a set under $100, although the new Dia Compe dc610's are worth it. I currently run Tektro r539's on my '83 Trek 520, and they DO reduce my available

Re: [RBW] Jobst on 650b?

I would suspect that with the huge frame sizes he rode, Jobst wouldn’t have likely ever chosen 650b for himself, regardless of tire size. I guess we can’t ask him anymore to know for sure . Eamon Seattle -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owner

[RBW] Re: MTB on the Blahg (again)

I did notice bison could be found in there, and wondered if it was indeed part if the name. Seems appropriate fir a mountain bike. Eamon -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving ema

[RBW] Re: MTB on the Blahg (again)

The Jones LWB shows a long wheelbase can be successfuly used on a mountain bike. I bet it will at least be long in the rear center - I’m curious what the front end geometry will be like. I would bet that Grant will want to balance the stability and “in the bike” feeling of a longer rear with som

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

Looks like it’s going to be a cool bike :) The tubular fork crown reminds me of a fancier version on some old Raleigh fork crowns. Eamon -- 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: MTB hints in yesterday's Blahg?

Looks properly TUFF and wide! Eamon Seattle -- 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

[RBW] Re: The ups and downs of my Clem Smith Jr

I would think Choco or Albatross bars would work great on a Clem. Perhaps the combination of how high and far back the Boscos come could be why you're feeling they aren't wide enough? I would think a bar that got a little closer to the stem would feel better. Eamon -- You received this messa

[RBW] Re: Would it be fun to have an all SILVER group?

Not to change the subject, but have you ever posted pictures of your Rivendell Mountain? They seem to be rare beasts, and I've only ever seen a few pictures before. Eamon Seattle -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscr

[RBW] Sackville BagBoy

Looks great to me. Love it! -- 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: What tires fit good on 700c Sun CR18 rims?

Seconding this. I've used CR18's (and previously Sun M13's as well) for years. Most tires have been no problem, although some were a little tight with cloth rim tape. Switch to something thinner like tubeless tape and you shouldn't have a problem. Eamon Seattle On Monday, August 20, 2018 at 11

[RBW] Re: Has anyone installed Guidonnet style levers on Choco's?

Similar feelings here. I also had a set mounted on VO Porteur bars. I found that if you grabbed the curved end portion hard in an emergency braking situation, the levers could rotate on the bars, causing the lever to bottom out against the bars. This led to a very scary near crash for me. I cou

[RBW] Re: PSA AHH on Ebay

I wonder if a it's a repaint with the correct decals applied... Eamon Seattle On Thursday, August 9, 2018 at 12:17:15 AM UTC-7, Joe Bernard wrote: > > Odd paint, too. It looks legit with correct decals, but there isn't a > single cream lug window to be seen. -- You received this message becau

[RBW] Re: MIT Homer pre-order

I'd say probably EVERY Rivendell bike, with the exception of maybe the Roadeo, has longer chainstays than the Elephant NFE. The NFE has 43.5cm stays in all sizes. With the NFE's low trail geometry, every Riv is going to feel quite a bit different, not just the new long chainstay models (not a k

[RBW] Re: MIT Homer pre-order

I'd say probably EVERY Rivendell bike, with the exception of maybe the Roadeo, has longer chainstays than the Elephant NFE. The NFE has 43.5cm stays in all sizes. With its low trail geometry, every Riv is going to feel quite a bit different, regardless of chainstay length. Eamon Seattle On Thu

[RBW] Re: (Belated) New (to me) Bike Day: Rambouillet!

That is a great color green! What a good looking bike - not as adorable as I'm sure your new baby will be, but still...! Eamon Seattle > > -- 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: MIT Homer pre-order

I just saw the samples in person. I was killing time waiting for a flight back to Seattle this evening, and took BART out to RBW, since I wanted to pickup some new Dia Compe 610’s. Will showed me the new Taiwan Homers, and they look great! A little more upslope, and longer, but proportional to

[RBW] New Dia Compe 610s on Redwood.

Looking good. I'm hoping to visit Rivendell soon, and think I'm going to pickup a set myself. I'm going to put them on my '83 Trek 520. I've had my old 610's in there in the past, but like how much nicer the new ones look, and also like the idea of smoother lighter action. Eamon Seattle -- Yo

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

No need to be sorry - nobody claimed a HiteRite is everything a modern dropper is. I just said I think they work better than some might give them credit for, and I don't think anyone else said or implied much different. Happily use your dropper judgement free - I bet their fun to use! On Friday

[RBW] Seen at RBW Today -- New MTB proto?

Your Bombadil looks really good! I am generally not super big on that light silvery blue color, but the contrasting dark blue heartburn wins me over. I would take one like that in a heartbeat. It's funny how such a small detail can change your while impression of something. Eamon Seattle -- Y

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

Hite Rites are kind of awesome low tech wonders. Yeah, modern droppers have more functionality, but Hite Rites work better than I bet a lot of people would expect. Eamon Seattle -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscri

[RBW] New to me Roadeo

Damn, that's a good looking bike! Eamon -- 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] Re: The "One Bike" for a featherweight?

I don't have one, so can only speculate, but Sam Hillbornes are supposedly somewhere in between the Homer and the Atlantis on the stoutness scale. Now that they're offered with canti/V brake posts, they supposedly clear 48mm tires too. They also build up great as touring, trail, or road bikes.

[RBW] Re: New Bike Day!

That's a Waterford made Atlantis, right? Looks like a 62, based on the 700c wheels and single top tube. I'd order that same bike today, if I had the money! Nuthin' to dislike on that bike, and lots to love. Eamon Seattle -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Gro

[RBW] Re: New Bike Day!

Ditto! On Tuesday, July 10, 2018 at 2:44:47 PM UTC-7, Paul Choi wrote: > > That is beautiful. Makes me want to get one! > > On Tuesday, July 10, 2018 at 12:03:27 PM UTC-7, Rusty Click wrote: >> >> FEDX dropped off a pre-RAGBRAI package for me today. I carefully >> unwrapped, assembled, and took

[RBW] Re: OT: Frankenbar sighting

It looks like Soma's "3-speed moustache" bars, which take mtb style levers/shifters. While I like the idea of an albastache bar shape that could use mtb levers, those particular Soma bars have always looked terrible to me. Little did I know someone found a way to make them worse! :) Eamon On F

Re: [RBW] Thanks Grant

Patrick, if you find the statement "For blacks, women, and gays, there were no 'good old days." controversial or offensive, I respectfully ask that you consider whether you need to recalibrate YOUR controversy sensor. Eamon Seattle -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the

Re: [RBW] Thanks Grant

It actually does look more like TMax than HP5. :) Eamon On Tuesday, July 3, 2018 at 7:50:03 AM UTC-7, John A. Bennett wrote: > > Hey, guys. I hate to hijack the thread, but I've been shooting a lot of > film lately. Any other film shooters here? > > Last weekend was my first time using Ilford's

Re: [RBW] Thanks Grant

Spy shot!!!

Re: [RBW] Re: Dear Riv, please make a wider Noodle

How about a MOOSE-stache! Eamon Seattle On Monday, June 25, 2018 at 11:59:20 AM UTC-7, Grant @ Rivendell wrote: > > I want a Noodle-moose too, Chris! > > On Mon, Jun 25, 2018 at 11:21 AM, Christopher Murray > wrote: > >> I will pre-order any noodle-moose bars!!! >> >> Chris >> >> -- >> You rece

[RBW] Other annoying threads

Ian, not only does that irritate me, it baffles me. Why would anyone who cares enough about speed to draft someone, choose a plodding sloowpoke like me? Eamon Seattle -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from th

[RBW] Re: Cutting down grip area of Choco bar?

No, I don’t have either bars at the moment. If I trimmed the grip area of a Choco, the main difference between the two bars would be mtb levers, grips, and thumb shifters, vs drop levers, bar end shifters, and bar tape. I think the combination of top tube length and slack headtube would bring un

[RBW] Other annoying threads

Ha! I’m happily still using 6 and 7 speed freewheels and 126mm spacing, but I don’t think one way or the other is better. Use all the gears you like! I have given up on 5 speed though, so I have moved on a little bit. If I have less than 6, I want it to be Sturmey Archer 3 speed. Eamon Seattle

[RBW] Cutting down grip area of Choco bar?

I was thinking about trying out some different bars on my old 80’s Trek Antelope. Ergon grips have made the original bars (riser bars with a few degrees of swep) more comfortable for long rides, but I start wanting more hand positions after a while. I had been considering (and still am) Albasta

[RBW] Re: Thanks Grant

Quite right, your post did not state any feelings about the Grant's post, just whether it should be discussed here. My apologies. Eamon Seattle On Wednesday, June 20, 2018 at 12:09:04 PM UTC-7, d2mini wrote: > > It started off that way but of course specifics are now being > discussed/argued. >

[RBW] Re: Thanks Grant

Mattt and d2mini, I respectfully suggest that this is simply a thread thanking Grant for a post on his blog. Clearly you disagree with his sentiment, and have expressed so. Why not leave it at that? Eamon Seattle -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "R

[RBW] Thanks Grant

Yeah, one more time - thank you, Grant. Eamon Seattle -- 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

[RBW] Thanks Grant

Mattt, feel free to ignore that simple thank you to Grant, which I second. Nothing political mentioned - just thanks. Eamon Seattle -- 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 fr

[RBW] Re: PSA Ram on Ebay

Dang, I'd love that if it weren't so big! I could ride a 61 or 62, but a 68 is big. Eamon Seattle On Saturday, June 16, 2018 at 11:57:36 AM UTC-7, Jonathan D. wrote: > > If someone is in Seattle this could be a nice find. Remember a blue Ram > just went for over $2000. 😯 Looks like a 62? Rambo

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

Weird - that looks like it would preclude the use of a Sheldon nut for easy fender mounting. Eamon Seattle -- 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 t

[RBW] Re: Why not a suspension-corrected fork/frame?

I wouldn't consider any cruiser/paperboy fork ever made to be comparable to (for example) a Hunqapillar or Bombadil fork (which I would consider "mtb" forks). On Friday, June 15, 2018 at 11:51:36 AM UTC-7, tc wrote: > > Eamon, hmm, I understood this new bike to be a 'dedicated' mountain bike, >

[RBW] Why not a suspension-corrected fork/frame?

Well, for starters the headtube has to be shorter, and the fork crown ends up a million miles from the rack mounting braze ons, limiting your front rack mounting options (also making fender mounting difficult). The fork blades have to be much longer (and probably stouter), making chances for an

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] New Dia Compe 610 Centerpull Brakes?

I thought they mentioned a while back that they might show up in June. I am also waiting for them. If you are still looking for an older set, I have a set of Weinmann 610's that I'd be happy to send to you cheap. Message me if you're interested. Eamon Seattle -- You received this message beca

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

i.e. rim brakes, of course! No surprise, and as it should be ;^) On Wednesday, June 13, 2018 at 1:10:14 PM UTC-7, WETH wrote: > > From today’s email: “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 wei

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

Read Jeff Jones' posts about the Jones Plus LWB (long wheelbase) bike. They are quite a bit longer than his standard model, and still highly capable offroad. He goes into a lot of detail as to the differences and why you might prefer one over the other. http://www.jonesbikes.com/jones-plus/ Ea

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

Sounds good to me, Grant! There are zillions of highly specialized mountain bikes out there already - no need to chase after them. Eamon On Wednesday, June 13, 2018 at 9:21:15 AM UTC-7, Grant @ Rivendell wrote: > > Even though many of the guesses are 75 percent accurate, this bike is > bound to

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

Yeah, I'm with you too. It's almost certain to have rim brakes, and why not? I don't get why so many people keep describing bikes that already exist by other companies. I think it will almost certainly have longer chainstays than the Hunqapillar as well. Will they be Clem length? Who knows. I

[RBW] Re: Jobst on short chainstays

Bill, I definitely meant option B! Eamon -- 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 gro

[RBW] Model redundancy: Why not offer only canti/V brakes on all models? Why not offer a 650b on every model?

I don't think canti's look wrong on most any bike, but there's plenty of reasons to use side of center pull brakes. Brazing on cantilever posts also cost more. I think they strike pretty good balance on the brake styles. Eamon Seattle -- You received this message because you are subscribed to

[RBW] Re: Jobst on short chainstays

1983 Trek 720's and 850's had 47 and 48.5 cm stays, respectively. I suspect those were the maximum length you could get. Great riding bikes. I think most people would objectively consider those long chainstays, and that's about in the range of the current Waterford Atlantis. I doubt Jobst's stay

[RBW] Re: New Frame Day! Almost a trade of a Black Mountain Road for a LEO

Thanks, that's what I figured. I think 57mm brake reach typically means 32mm without fenders, and 28mm with. Having had a front fender buckle on me decades ago, I'm very much in favor of NOT pushing my fender clearances (especially on the front). Eamon On Friday, May 25, 2018 at 8:20:26 AM UTC

[RBW] Re: New Frame Day! Almost a trade of a Black Mountain Road for a LEO

Just curious, Bill... do the Eroicas and those brakes leave room for fenders? Eamon Seattle -- 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

[RBW] Re: Atlantis tires rec request

That is a great looking Atlantis. If that were my size I'd want one just like it! Eamon Seattle -- 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] Re: New Frame Day! Almost a trade of a Black Mountain Road for a LEO

Good deal, Bill. I think the Roadini is a great bike, and if I lost my 1983 Trek 520, that's what I'd replace it with. Grilver is the color I'd choose too. It reminds me of the sweet silver gray metallic Imron paint job my Trek came with. I also think the headbadge is the bees knees. Eamon Seat

[RBW] GDMBR with Adventure Cycling

Have fun - good looking Atlantis! Eamon Seattle -- 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

[RBW] MTB hints in yesterday's Blahg?

Mastodon. You're welcome, Eamon in Seattle -- 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: Made in Taiwan AHH?

In the Waterford version, I think I'd want either a 59 or 61. I also like large frames, but I've got a short torso compared to my inseam. For myself I'd err on the side of getting a comfortable reach with drop bars, since top tube slope looks like it would eliminate the need for too much quill

[RBW] Re: Made in Taiwan AHH?

New Homer looks good. It looks like there is a little extra top tube upslope, and a little more chainstay length without becoming one of the long bikes. Not knocking the long bikes - I have no doubt they ride great and I hope they sell a ton of 'em. They are just too long to work for ME for pra

[RBW] Active warm-ups and stretching

Makes sense to me, and I favor the active warmup as well. Nice looking Sam, by the way! Eamon Seattle -- 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-

[RBW] Re: ROADINI

Tim, speaking for myself, I like downtube shifters for a variety of reasons. I like the feel of skinny bars with no cables underneath (i use non aero levers as well), and as you say, the cockpit is simplified. The cables also end up shorter, and are running through little to no housing. I don't

[RBW] Hunqabeam Quickapillar Frame Finished!

That looks great! It makes me reconsider the powder coat job I plan on having done soon on my old 1983 Trek. I bet that dark metallic looks even better in person. It’s now a real one of a kind bike in more than one respect. Eamon Seattle -- You received this message because you are subscribed

[RBW] Re: ROADINI

Wow, it fit 38mm tires, huh? Must be a comfy ride! Clearance looks a bit tight up front - is it just tight at the brakes, or is it tight at the fork crown as well? Eamon Seattle -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscri

[RBW] Seen on My Instagram: My new 57cm Legolas Frameset

Nice! My two dream bikes would be a Legolas and a Waterford Atlantis. Eamon Seattle -- 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: Lower price Atlantis!

Who knew this thread would end up discussing foot long hot dogs and Leica's? So, to sum up: - The old Atlantis is still available at the old price - The new Atlantis is probably a fantastic bike, a lot more affordable with no drop in quality, maybe subjectively better in certain areas - Some folk

[RBW] Riv-ified Trek 850 Commuter.

The 1983 850 is my favorite all time mountain bike. I bought a 520 in 1983 and really wanted the 850 too. They were notable in having better to my liking, anyway) geometry than other MTBs of the day - steeper angles than the klunker bikes (but not NORBA steep), but still long chainstays. The col

[RBW] Re: Well, Here’s a Spot of Snow

Thanks, Patrick. Slim fit is usually what I need, as I'm 5' 11.5" and 140 lbs. I bet a medium will still give me some layering room. I'm thinking it would be a great jacket for Seattle weather. My only question is whether I really need double ventile. Eamon On Friday, March 23, 2018 at 4:22:49

[RBW] Re: Well, Here’s a Spot of Snow

Looking good on the Riv cover page, Patrick. On the subject of Hilltrek and ventile, I really want one of their herirage Greenspot jackets! Eamon -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop recei

[RBW] Re: Roadini build and first ride report!

I love the Roadini in the gray/silver. I think they knocked that bike out of the park. I also think the Roadini headbadge is the best ever. Eamon -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop recei

[RBW] Re: Super long chainstays and putting your bike buses/trains

I don't know exactly (and it may vary somewhat with different styles), but the bus racks in Seattle fit a current Atlantis, but not a 59 Clem. Rightly or wrongly they are designed for bikes with traditionally "normal" wheelbases, and by traditional standards, 47-48cm chainstays (which I like) ar

[RBW] Re: Super long chainstays and putting your bike buses/trains

Thanks. If a 51 fits, but only just, I suspect a 58 might be iffy. -- 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.

[RBW] Re: Lower price Atlantis!

I don’t believe I insulted Grant’s work, and sure didn’t intend to. I didn’t say anything about not fitting geometry charts or my ideals - I said it may no longer fit a bike rack on the bus, or the hooks on the trains. It is just a practical matter. Eamon Seattle -- You received this message

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