Re: [RBW] Winter Photos 2024/2025

2025-02-02 Thread Jay Lonner
:14 PM, Jason M wrote:@Jay Lonner - your bike is a mess lol, and those rims, yikes 🤣  .  When you get home after a ride like that do you clean the drivetrain, the whole bike?  Just curious, as I would like to become more okay with letting my bike get like that.I baby my Riv; I know, it's a

Re: [RBW] Re: What Do Riv Riders Enjoy As COFFEE !

2025-02-02 Thread Jay Lonner
I enjoy coffee black, and in large quantities. At home it’s pourover, when I’m traveling heavy it’s an Aeropress, when I’m traveling light (bikepacking) it’s instant. There comes a point when it’s just about getting something hot and caffeinated on board (also, being on the trail has a way of trans

Re: [RBW] Winter Photos 2024/2025

2025-02-02 Thread Jay Lonner
asn't cold enough for them?On Sat, Feb 1, 2025 at 8:54 PM Jay Lonner <jay.lon...@gmail.com> wrote:The Gus continues to delight. Jay LonnerBellingham, WASent from my Atari 400On Feb 1, 2025, at 5:50 PM, Jason Fuller <jtf.ful...@gmail.com> wrote:It snowed overnight at lower elevations

Re: [RBW] The Riv low-normal derailer

2024-12-07 Thread Jay Lonner
I’ll probably buy one, even though I don’t have any immediate use for it — I just like supporting Grant’s little passion projects. I’m not put off by the appearance. (Sometimes the Riv aesthetic goes too far even for me, like the homebrewed “best grips ever” that’s some weird combo of twine, wool,

Re: [RBW] Re: Paul Moon Units

2024-10-17 Thread Jay Lonner
Staying with Paul, if you can’t get the Tektro to work there’s always the Funky Monkey:Funky Monkey Cable Hangerpaulcomp.comJay LonnerBellingham, WASent from my Atari 400On Oct 17, 2024, at 6:12 PM, Rick Harries wrote:I really like the bits of useful information that I learn on this list.  I need

Re: [RBW] Re: Mounting a Ron's Fabio's Chest on my Homer

2024-10-15 Thread Jay Lonner
I have both a Rod Steward and a homebrew Pec Deck. I slightly prefer the Pec Deck — it plays a little nicer with my Tubus Tara low-rider front rack. Having said that, I think I’m going to replace the whole shebang with a Pass and Stow 3-rail rack and Bags by Bird Right Height custom handlebar bag.J

Re: [RBW] Re: (perhaps) dumb question time (bottle bosses)

2024-09-22 Thread Jay Lonner
Bill, I appreciate your online persona and believe (perhaps naively) that I discern an almost Socratic intent behind some of your more pointed commentary. We’re all works in progress of course, but for what it’s worth I wouldn’t put too much effort into accommodating the sensibilities of internet r

Re: [RBW] Re: Knicker Quest

2024-09-21 Thread Jay Lonner
I just ordered a pair of the Aerotech knickers last night. The fabric seemsSchoeller-esque, which is good for 3-season use. I’ll report back once I get some miles on them. Jay LonnerBellingham, WA Sent from my Atari 400On Sep 21, 2024, at 14:51, rltil...@gmail.com wrote:I was just searching to see

Re: [RBW] Re: NBD — Gus Boots-Willsen

2024-09-10 Thread Jay Lonner
Tuesday, September 10, 2024 at 6:32:31 AM UTC-5 rmro...@gmail.com wrote:Yes! Beautiful. But I am a bit biased. Where are you located? Going on a Riv only ride next month in SE Michigan. I plan to take Gus. Sent from my iPhone > On Sep 9, 2024, at 11:46 PM, Jay Lonner <jay.l...@gmail.com&

Re: [RBW] Craigslist, etc 2024

2024-08-24 Thread Jay Lonner
price I really can’t complain! Jay Lonner Bellingham, WA On Monday, August 19, 2024 at 4:43:10 PM UTC-7 Richard Rose wrote: > Wow that Gus seems downright cheap. Mostly high end parts. Someone should > be very happy. > Sent from my iPhone > > On Aug 18, 2024, at 10:24 PM, Ho

Re: [RBW] Re: Handlebar suggestion for long legs?

2024-08-24 Thread Jay Lonner
cture...And what is the rack you are using for the front basket, if I may ask? I suppose if I went to a Jones on my Sam, I'd need to get a face plater stem. What are you using?Thanks,JohnOn Tuesday, August 20, 2024 at 10:12:57 AM UTC-7 Jay Lonner wrote:More Jones bars proselytizing — here’s a phot

Re: [RBW] Do you ride with fenders?

2024-08-23 Thread Jay Lonner
My commuter (Hunq) is befendered full-time.My travel bike (BF NWT) has PDW Origami fenders, which are easy to remove for packing.My bikepacking, full-squish MTB, and fast gravel bikes are fenderless.Jay LonnerBellingham, WASent from my Atari 400On Aug 23, 2024, at 8:53 PM, Stephen Durfee wrote:I'

Re: [RBW] Handlebar suggestion for long legs?

2024-08-19 Thread Jay Lonner
The Jones Loop H-Bar in 710mm are my favorite all-around handlebar. If I could only have one this would be it. Jay LonnerBellingham, WASent from my Atari 400On Aug 19, 2024, at 14:43, David Ross wrote:The Riv bars are really narrow in my opinion. Depending on your shoulders you can go a lot wider

[RBW] Re: [BOB] ISO/WTB/WTT/Looking for recommendations for: largish cycling repair kit bag or sack to carry inside saddlebag.

2024-07-31 Thread Jay Lonner
There was recent discussion of Alchemy Goods as a place to recycle old inner tubes. Why not have a look at the upcycled results?All Productsalchemygoods.comI have their Ballard belt, two different sizes of Dopp kits, and an assortment of zippered pouches. The aesthetic works for me, and it’s all pr

Re: [RBW] Airline travel case recommendation

2024-06-17 Thread Jay Lonner
I’ve been happy with the Evoc bike bag pro:Bike Bag Proevocsports.usJay LonnerBellingham, WASent from my Atari 400On Jun 17, 2024, at 7:02 AM, Bernard Duhon wrote:           Gang, I'm looking for recommendations for airline travel case. Hardshell? Softs

Re: [RBW] Touch-up paint

2024-06-03 Thread Jay Lonner
Yeah this has always been a weird bit of cognitive dissonance for me when it comes to Riv — on the one hand, extolling the virtues of Joe Bell paint jobs, fancy lugs, and other details. On the other, the whole “beausage” schtick, and an almost cavalier attitude about touch-up paint, dings, etc. I t

Re: [RBW] Paint Color matters! Your favorite?

2024-05-31 Thread Jay Lonner
Rambouillet orange. Jay LonnerBellingham, WASent from my Atari 400On May 31, 2024, at 13:03, Patrick Moore wrote:My favorite Riv color was the Sage Green that they offered 20 years ago when I ordered road custom #3, but I think this same color, or much like it, has featured on stock models since

Re: [RBW] FS: Supernova dynamo lights

2024-05-01 Thread Jay Lonner
Both sets of lights have been claimed. Thanks for all the interest.Jay LonnerBellingham, WASent from my Atari 400On Apr 28, 2024, at 7:43 PM, Jay Lonner wrote:Up for sale here are two sets of Supernova lights that are takeoffs from our Bike Fridays (Bikes Friday? What would William Safire say

[RBW] FS: Supernova dynamo lights

2024-04-28 Thread Jay Lonner
set would run ~$250 new, I’m looking for $125 per set, and I’ll cover the shipping. Willing to sell them separately. Jay Lonner Bellingham, WA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop

Re: [RBW] Rivendell Roadbike Curious

2024-04-21 Thread Jay Lonner
Interestingly I just went through a similar process, and considered many of the bikes already mentioned (Roadini, Lightning Bolt, Pescadero). I wound up buying a Black Mountain Cycles Monstercross. It just arrived last week and I’m gathering parts for the build. The plan is drop bars, SRAM Eagle 1x

Re: [RBW] Re: I have questions

2024-03-27 Thread Jay Lonner
Currently bikepacking in the Sonoran Desert (Sky Islands West loop) and have had no problems keeping my devices charged up with the combination of a SON dynohub, Sinewave Beacon, and Goal Zero solar panel and battery pack. As others have said the key is to use the charging sources to power the batt

Re: [RBW] Re: Question for Cheviot Owners

2024-03-08 Thread Jay Lonner
My wife has a 55cm Cheviot that hasn’t seen a lot of use — she’s happier on an e-bike. We’re not necessarily looking to sell, but if this is a rare/desirable model I’m sure she’d have no problem selling it somebody who will ride and appreciate it more.Jay LonnerBellingham, WASent from my Atari 400O

Re: [RBW] Re: Hub recommendations for Velocity Cliffhangers

2024-03-05 Thread Jay Lonner
I think the real use case for using a dynohub while bikepacking is to keep USB accessories topped up. Yes yes, one should try to unplug while in the wilderness etc., but being able to access .gpx files or use routefinding apps like Ride With GPS is clearly synergistic with the traditional map/compa

Re: [RBW] Re: Trip Report: Death Valley February 2024

2024-03-04 Thread Jay Lonner
What a fantastic trip — thank for the great writeup. I’ve been wanting to cycle Death Valley as well so this will be a very useful resource as I plan my own future adventures.Jay LonnerBellingham, WASent from my Atari 400On Mar 4, 2024, at 7:13 AM, Bill Schairer wrote:Thanks for the great report!

Re: [RBW] Re: The Official Introduction of RoadeoRosa

2024-02-20 Thread Jay Lonner
To me it looks like Baker-Miller pink, aka “Drunk Tank Pink:”Baker-Miller pinken.wikipedia.orgMaybe Bill is seeking to deescalate road rage?I’m in the process of having a custom built, and the paint scheme is an homage to my old 1968 VW Beetle in Royal Red. The bike is decidedly un-Riv though (one

Re: [RBW] Re: I am in Bellingham and would be happy to stop over and measure the bike

2024-02-15 Thread Jay Lonner
I actually live in the historic (by West Coast standards, anyhow) South Hill neighborhood of Bellingham, WA and would be happy to offer my assistance. Reviewing the thread, the OP mentions living in the PNW but not Bellingham specifically — have we narrowed things down to my fair city?Jay LonnerYou

Re: [RBW] 1st world commuting dilemma

2023-12-07 Thread Jay Lonner
We should all be so lucky as to have “beaters” as nice as that Surly! With a Rohloff and disc brakes that sounds like a perfect winter commuter. My first winter in Wisconsin the road salt trashed the drivetrain on my XO-1. Maybe that’s not an issue in Indianapolis, but I’d be hesitant to subject on

Re: [RBW] WTT for Nitto seat posts (lugged 26.8, 2-bolt 27.2)

2023-12-04 Thread Jay Lonner
I think the Nitto S84 lugged seatpost has only ever been manufactured in 27.2mm. It’s one of the reasons that many of us are frustrated that so many Riv models require a 26.8mm seatpost. If you’re looking for more setback IRD is probably the way to go. Jay LonnerBellingham, WASent from my Atari 400

Re: [RBW] Favorite Floor Pump Head?

2023-11-15 Thread Jay Lonner
This is maybe a bit of thread hijack, but for those with air compressors I really like the Efficient Velo inflator: https://www.efficientvelo.com/tools/3-in-1-inflator. In fact when the “tried and liked 2023” thread pops up that was going to be my contribution. We’ve added 3 new bikes* to my househ

Re: [RBW] Options for converting Silver-1 barend shifters to thumbies?

2023-11-11 Thread Jay Lonner
As near as I know the only game in town are the mounts sold by Riv for that exact purpose, which you must be familiar with but I’ll link here anyhow: https://www.rivbike.com/products/z558mz-cnv-oialk. Paul used to sell adapters for their Thumbie mounts, but they are neither 1. cheap nor 2. currentl

[RBW] Re: Bedrock Mountain Clogs in Stock!

2023-11-01 Thread Jay Lonner
I got a pair of the Nubuck in size 13 and they’re a little tight. I can make them work, but would prefer to size up. They are unworn apart from trying them on. Happy to move them along for the retail price of $175, plus shipping. Jay Lonner Bellingham, WA On Tuesday, October 31, 2023 at 4:52

Re: [RBW] Re: Boomerang Rivs

2023-10-22 Thread Jay Lonner
Wooden tubulars with cork brakes? I tip my straw boater to you — that’s taking retro to a whole new level. Makes my vintage SunTour drivetrain seem straight out of The Jetsons.Jay LonnerBellingham, WASent from my Atari 400On Oct 22, 2023, at 10:14 AM, Bill Lindsay wrote:I said I was on a low-ebb

Re: [RBW] Paul Racer Brake Noise/Vibration

2023-09-08 Thread Jay Lonner
This is a common complaint with headset-mounted cable hangers. Changing to a fork-mounted hanger usually alleviates the problem. Shovel Research just released a nice one: https://shovelresearch.com/fork-mounted-brake-cable-hangerJay LonnerBellingham, WASent from my Atari 400On Sep 8, 2023, at 5:54

Re: [RBW] Re: PSA: Thomson 26.8 Masterpiece Clearance

2023-08-23 Thread Jay Lonner
I can tell you that the Hunqapillar and Cheviot (both lugged models) use 26.8, at least in the batches represented in my household. Jay LonnerBellingham, WASent from my Atari 400On Aug 23, 2023, at 2:19 PM, Johnny Alien wrote:I think the lugged bikes (like the Sam) use 27.2 and the tigged stuff h

Re: [RBW] Riv Rider Recipes

2023-08-21 Thread Jay Lonner
It’s really bizarre to me that despite many impressive advancements in the biomedical sciences we still haven’t nailed down what constitutes the optimum human diet. I try to follow the well-known heuristic from Michael Pollan’s book “In Defense of Food” — “eat food, mostly plants, not too much.” (“

Re: [RBW] Re: Routine maintenance / habits / survey

2023-08-09 Thread Jay Lonner
Having lived in similar climates as the OP my experience is quite different. As a year-round bicycle commuter in Wisconsin I found winter to be very hard on bikes, basically requiring an annual spring teardown once the road salt had a chance to dissipate. In the PNW I am very neglectful of my bikes

Re: [RBW] Re: Atlas tubeless?

2023-08-08 Thread Jay Lonner
So I want to be sure I’m understanding what’s being conveyed here. Attached find a screenshot from the Velocity website showing cross sections of various rims they sell. Let’s confine ourselves to comparing the Atlas to the Cliffhanger.Is it the flat “shoulders” of the Cliffhanger that make a diffe

Re: [RBW] A College Clem

2023-08-06 Thread Jay Lonner
Another consideration is the climate where your son will be attending college. Road salt is a good way to trash a bike, or at least the drivetrain. It happened to my XO-1 after my first winter in Wisconsin — after that I road a sacrificial beater.My oldest daughter went to college in sunny LA and I

[RBW] Atlas tubeless?

2023-08-04 Thread Jay Lonner
fender clearance? My intuition is that wider rims should result in a flatter tire arc, and potentially make it possible to go slightly wider if I wanted to. I have 50s now, and would like to be able to move up to 55s or even 60s. Jay Lonner Bellingham, WA -- You received this message because you

Re: [RBW] Ride (Push) Report: A Tour of Three Valleys

2023-07-31 Thread Jay Lonner
John,Sorry to reply to the group, but I sent you a PM a few days ago that maybe got caught in a spam filter or something. Anyway, if it’s OK I’d like to ask you a few logistical questions about this trip, I have some time off at the end of August and this route is very compelling.Thanks,Jay LonnerB

[RBW] DIY Nitto rack hoop

2023-07-12 Thread Jay Lonner
a tombstone transplant. Jay Lonner Bellingham, WA -- 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.co

Re: [RBW] 26.8 seatposts with generous setback

2023-06-23 Thread Jay Lonner
Bike fit remains a mystery to me. I’ve read (and re-read) various articles like “The Myth of KOPS” and the sizing and fit advice on PJW’s website, and still find myself resorting to trial and error. Of course there are various proprietary fit systems, which people are happy to charge you for, but e

Re: [RBW] Introducing the Charlie H Gallop Protovelo

2023-06-16 Thread Jay Lonner
he wonderful discovery of the > GRX RX810, it's what every bike I've ever had was missing for a rock solid > drivetrain. I’d be interested in hearing more about your (or anybody else’s) experiences with this derailer. Jay Lonner Bellingham, WA Sent from my Atari 400 -- You received

Re: [RBW] boscomoose - pictures, experiences, comparisons?

2023-05-20 Thread Jay Lonner
I had them on my Hunq when I first got it, and liked them well enough. Also experimented with non-moose Boscos and like others have mentioned found them way too flexy. When I went back to the mooses I found myself sitting more upright than I wanted, which maybe would be less of an issue for current

Re: [RBW] What do I replace coroplast with in Sackville

2023-04-18 Thread Jay Lonner
I’ve looked more into the idea of an external saddlebag support, and wouldn’t you know it the good folks at Surly thought of it first: https://surlybikes.com/parts/tv_tray I just ordered one and will report back.Jay LonnerBellingham, WASent from my Atari 400On Apr 17, 2023, at 8:46 PM, Jay Lonner

Re: [RBW] What do I replace coroplast with in Sackville

2023-04-17 Thread Jay Lonner
I’ve been thinking about this as well. Replacement coroplast is the obvious answer, and I’ve saved a stash of campaign signs from last November’s election for just this purpose. But I’ve also been thinking about getting rid of the coroplast entirely, and zip-tying something like a kitchen wire cool

Re: [RBW] Gus Boots build

2023-04-16 Thread Jay Lonner
Jacob I have one additional question — when using a large Fabio’s Chest do you use any sort of rack or support such as a Pec Deck? I can’t see one in the photo, but maybe that’s your Jammer?Jay LonnerBellingham, WASent from my Atari 400On Apr 16, 2023, at 5:13 PM, Jacob Byard wrote: Hello All- I’

Re: [RBW] Gus Boots build

2023-04-16 Thread Jay Lonner
That looks great. I had a Gus Boots in my cart on the day they were released but ended up deciding to go in a different direction. Rim brakes were one of factors that deterred me. I think my build would have been very close to yours, though.Not to hijack your thread, but I was very interested to le

Re: [RBW] Re: Riv-ish bikes for sale, terms apply

2023-04-13 Thread Jay Lonner
wrote:Fantastic!  That green one is the frame I sold to you yars ago when my own daughter no longer needed it, right?  It makes me happy to see the pictures again, and to know it might be passed on to yet another list member!On Thursday, April 13, 2023 at 10:14:08 AM UTC-6 Jay Lonner wrote:Some years ago I

[RBW] Riv-ish bikes for sale, terms apply

2023-04-13 Thread Jay Lonner
picking up one or both of these bikes on the cheap. Professional bargain hunters and/or eBay resellers need not apply — I reserve the right to be choosy. Jay Lonner Bellingham, WA [image: IMG_0120.jpeg] [image: IMG_0119.jpeg] -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the

Re: [RBW] Saddle height and PBH

2023-03-11 Thread Jay Lonner
my riding.Jay LonnerBellingham, WASent from my Atari 400On Dec 12, 2022, at 9:49 AM, Jay Lonner wrote:I just took delivery of a new (non-Riv) bike and am dialing in the fit. I’m a little worried that the frame is too big for me, since I only have maybe 2” standover, which seems tight for a gravel

Re: [RBW] Re: Hand-Wringing: Kickstand Edition

2023-03-01 Thread Jay Lonner
Click-Stand Home Pageclick-stand.comThe Click-Stand has come up before in prior kickstand threads, and in my judgement is both functionally and aesthetically superior to the traditional Greenfield/Pletscher design. Jay LonnerBellingham, WASent from my Atari 400On Mar 1, 2023, at 6:40 AM, Doug H. w

Re: [RBW] Re: Fitting the Hunqapillar for touring

2023-02-28 Thread Jay Lonner
Hi John,Looks like you’ve taken your Hunq to some pretty spectacular locales, and I’m hoping you’ll share your insights about hitting that Goldilocks level of preparedness — not packing too much, not packing too little, but being just right. I have fairly extensive backpacking experience (mostly da

Re: [RBW] Paul Touring vs. Neo-retro question

2023-01-20 Thread Jay Lonner
I’ve used both, prefer the Tourings due to higher mechanical advantage. Now I run Motolites which are even better. Maybe I’m just bad at setting up cantis but switching to linear pull brakes was a big upgrade for me. Jay LonnerBellingham, WASent from my Atari 400On Jan 20, 2023, at 3:12 PM, greente

Re: [RBW] Re: Fendering My Atlantis

2023-01-18 Thread Jay Lonner
7;ll weigh heavily when I purchase a set.As a long-time user of SKS fenders, do you have any gripes with them?Scott On Wednesday, January 18, 2023 at 10:27:34

Re: [RBW] Re: Fendering My Atlantis

2023-01-18 Thread Jay Lonner
I’ve been using SKS fenders since forever, so I’m very familiar with their installation and have lots of spare parts lying around. Are there non-aesthetic benefits to metal fenders? I think back to the old Raleigh 3-speed I had as a kid, and the fenders on that bike were prone to scratches/dings an

Re: [RBW] Re: NorCal Cycling

2022-12-16 Thread Jay Lonner
+1 on the joys of winter cycling. I lived in Madison for 4 years, and commuted by bike year-round. It helped a lot that the city was good about snow and ice removal, although all the salt pretty much trashed the components on my X0-1 after my first winter there. I ended up turning a Goodwill frame

Re: [RBW] Re: Bombadil and Hunqapillar origins: The definitive thread

2022-12-14 Thread Jay Lonner
Are you using cantis or linear pull brakes with the 65 SKS fenders? When my Big Bens wear out I’m thinking of switching to Antelope Hills, and am hoping they’ll work with Motolites and fenders. Jay LonnerBellingham, WA Sent from my Atari 400On Dec 14, 2022, at 5:35 PM, J J wrote:James, I can’t en

Re: [RBW] Re: Nivex on a Rivendell?

2022-12-13 Thread Jay Lonner
I’m sympathetic to the cyclotouriste-inspired aesthetic, but agree that it seems like a very niche setup that is prone to instant obsolescence if RH stops making spare parts. If I were in the market for a new bike requiring custom fittings for a novel shifting system I’d just go for a Rohloff, reco

Re: [RBW] Saddle height and BPH

2022-12-12 Thread Jay Lonner
Please note the typo in the subject heading - I am referring to PBH (pubic bone height) and not BPH (benign prostatic hypertrophy) which is another, separate factor of potential interest to bike riding men of a certain age…Sent from my Atari 400On Dec 12, 2022, at 9:49 AM, Jay Lonner wrote:I

[RBW] Saddle height and BPH

2022-12-12 Thread Jay Lonner
(175mm), pedal height (Pedaling Innovations platform pedals), and shoes (Chuck Taylors, typically). Looking for the optimum balance of comfort, efficiency, and protecting my perineum. Jay Lonner Bellingham, WA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups &quo

Re: [RBW] Re: Bombadil and Hunqapillar origins: The definitive thread

2022-12-11 Thread Jay Lonner
This is the story that I’ve heard. And while I do love the name and woolly mammoth iconography, it does feel like a missed opportunity when Oliphaunt was right there. (But maybe they had already gotten a cease-and-desist from the Tolkien estate at that point?)In any case, it’s great seeing the Hunq

Re: [RBW] Knee Replacement

2022-11-19 Thread Jay Lonner
Bilateral knee replacements are not uncommon, if patients are good candidates. “Good candidate” is a catchall term for lots of intangibles, such as patient motivation and expectations, medical comorbidities, at-home support systems, etc. I would imagine that most Rivendell enthusiasts have the heal

Re: [RBW] Re: A Few Thoughts About FS posts

2022-11-15 Thread Jay Lonner
To my mind Riv is both a brand and a philosophy. I think it’s great that Grant’s ideas are getting traction with other manufacturers — a rising tide lifts all boats and all that. I personally have no problem with for sale posts that include Riv-inspired brands or builds.Jay LonnerBellingham, WASent

Re: [RBW] Re: WTB/ISO Paul Thumbie adapter for Silver shifters

2022-11-14 Thread Jay Lonner
I have a few sets of these in use (so, not for sale). They work well, but haven’t been available for several years now. I was on the hunt for another set some time ago and struck out. I even called Paul himself to see if he still had the tooling to accommodate a special order, and he very politely

Re: [RBW] Kickstand plates, what's up with that?

2022-11-06 Thread Jay Lonner
me up recently, I'd have loved to hear his thoughts on the matter! In any case I've soured on double-leg kickstands, and have lived without a kickstand of any sort for years now and don't really feel the lack. Jay Lonner Bellingham, WA On Sat, Nov 5, 2022 at 10:12 PM Joe Bernard

Re: [RBW] Re: Using Your Rivendell Vs. Being Precious: A Spectrum

2022-11-05 Thread Jay Lonner
ack end of my bike, like you did, I should be fine ?...regarding possible damage of separating the kickstand frame plate. Thank-you,Kim HetzelYelm, WA. On Saturday, November 5, 2022 at 6:39:40 PM UTC-7 Jay Lonner wrote:No damage that I could detect. The kickstand plate isn’t integral to the frame,

Re: [RBW] Re: Using Your Rivendell Vs. Being Precious: A Spectrum

2022-11-05 Thread Jay Lonner
my Atari 400On Nov 5, 2022, at 6:13 PM, Piaw Na wrote:No damage to the frame? Or did you have to get it repaired?On Sat, Nov 5, 2022 at 6:08 PM Jay Lonner <jay.lon...@gmail.com> wrote:I don’t have a picture, just imagine the weld giving way and the plate separating from the seat stays. I was

Re: [RBW] Re: Using Your Rivendell Vs. Being Precious: A Spectrum

2022-11-05 Thread Jay Lonner
ught I would be ok they had beefed them up. So far so good.Sent from my iPhoneOn Nov 5, 2022, at 7:44 PM, Jay Lonner <jay.lon...@gmail.com> wrote:My Hunq is a daily driver and has the dings and scratches to show for it. Probably the worst one is that the kickstand plate is pried partially loose —

Re: [RBW] Re: Using Your Rivendell Vs. Being Precious: A Spectrum

2022-11-05 Thread Jay Lonner
My Hunq is a daily driver and has the dings and scratches to show for it. Probably the worst one is that the kickstand plate is pried partially loose — no big deal, I just took the kickstand off and used the mounting hardware to snug things back up. Worst case scenario for me is that someday I tre

Re: [RBW] Saddle Cover Issue w/Saddlebag

2022-10-11 Thread Jay Lonner
there’s no rain in the forecast any time soon, sadly. Jay Lonner Bellingham, WA Sent from my Atari 400 > On Oct 11, 2022, at 6:26 PM, JAS wrote: > > I love the look and utility of a saddlebag, thus I've tried a Sackville > Bagboy and Swift Zeitgeist on Platy and Clem obtained f

Re: [RBW] Re: Are Paul brakes worth the money?

2022-09-25 Thread Jay Lonner
happy to pass this stuff along for half off retail, with shipping on me. Jay Lonner Bellingham, WA Sent from my Atari 400 > On Sep 25, 2022, at 5:29 PM, Bill Fulford wrote: > > Thanks for all of your thoughtful responses. I certainly believe that Paul > brakes are excellent a

Re: [RBW] help identify a small part and a source for it

2022-09-20 Thread Jay Lonner
Aren’t those the little rings that screw onto Presta valves? Jay Lonner Bellingham, WA Sent from my Atari 400 > On Sep 20, 2022, at 7:35 PM, J J wrote: > >  > > I’ve tried in vain to find these locally. I ask for “funky textured lock > washers/spacers” but folks in loca

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: Large Fabio's Chest All Black X50

2022-09-20 Thread Jay Lonner
Hey Alex, I’ll grab this if it’s still available. Jay Lonner Bellingham, WA Sent from my Atari 400 > On Sep 20, 2022, at 7:47 AM, Alex K wrote: > > $250 shipped CONUS > >> On Monday, September 19, 2022 at 9:28:48 AM UTC-7 Alex K wrote: >> >> > > --

Re: [RBW] Doldrums

2022-09-16 Thread Jay Lonner
“companions wanted” ad in Adventure Cyclist magazine? Can anyone point me in the direction of clubs/communities of likeminded souls? Or do any of you in the greater PNW region feel like signing up for a little adventure? Jay Lonner Bellingham, WA Sent from my Atari 400 > On Sep 16, 2022, at 9:10

Re: [RBW] Re: Doldrums

2022-09-15 Thread Jay Lonner
are super cheap compared to operating and maintaining a boat! Thanks for stoking my daydreams... Jay Lonner Bellingham, WA On Thu, Sep 15, 2022 at 6:26 AM Jeffrey Arita wrote: > Jay, > > I've definitely been in your place - the 3 R's: the same roads, routes or > routines.

Re: [RBW] Doldrums

2022-09-08 Thread Jay Lonner
this new phase of life has to offer. I very likely am veering well off-topic with these sorts of musings, but thanks for the replies and reassurance that I’m not alone in the struggle. Jay Lonner Bellingham, WA Sent from my Atari 400 > On Sep 7, 2022, at 4:10 PM, 'Scott Luly' via RBW

Re: [RBW] Doldrums

2022-09-08 Thread Jay Lonner
this new phase of life has to offer. I very likely am veering well off-topic with these sorts of musings, but thanks for the replies and reassurance that I’m not alone in the struggle. Jay Lonner Bellingham, WA Sent from my Atari 400 > On Sep 7, 2022, at 4:10 PM, 'Scott Luly' via RBW

[RBW] Doldrums

2022-09-06 Thread Jay Lonner
hot, sticky weather. So maybe this problem will solve itself with the autumn rains imminent. But I’m wondering whether others ever get a case of cycling burnout, and maybe have some tips to work through it. Jay Lonner Bellingham, WA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the

Re: [RBW] Re: Going around in circles with shifters.

2022-08-29 Thread Jay Lonner
I had never heard of Gevenalle before but those shifters look awesome. If I ever run drop bars again (maybe a Stargazer?) I would absolutely give those a try. Thanks for the suggestion. Jay Lonner Bellingham, WA Sent from my Atari 400 > On Aug 29, 2022, at 10:02 AM, shopmonkey 39 wr

Re: [RBW] Going around in circles with shifters.

2022-08-24 Thread Jay Lonner
have always been curious about them. Sounds like you might be happiest with brifters though, if you’re OK with indexed shifting. Jay Lonner Bellingham, WA Sent from my Atari 400 > On Aug 24, 2022, at 6:48 PM, Ben Adrian wrote: > > Hey all! Just looking for some gear chat. >

Re: [RBW] Thoughts on the IRD quill stem mount shifter

2022-04-19 Thread Jay Lonner
vastly more ergonomic/functional. (I also wound up ditching the Boscos, but not because they didn’t play well with thumbshifters.) Jay Lonner Bellingham, WA Sent from my Atari 400 > On Apr 19, 2022, at 6:52 AM, greenteadrinkers > wrote: > > Wondering anyone has tried out the said

Re: [RBW] Re: Riv asks: One bike forever, which one?

2022-04-09 Thread Jay Lonner
and happenstance. If you’re unlucky enough to to have a fused spine because you were T-boned by a drunk driver then that’s going impose some physical limitations. So when I think about One Bike To Rule Them All I can’t help but consider contingencies that are out of my control. Jay Lonner

Re: [RBW] Re: Riv asks: One bike forever, which one?

2022-04-08 Thread Jay Lonner
to the wall, if I could only have one bike for the rest of my life it’d be an aluminum e-assist trike, which is about as anti-Riv as you can get. Jay Lonner Bellingham, WA Sent from my Atari 400 > On Apr 7, 2022, at 1:11 PM, 'John Phillips' via RBW Owners Bunch > wrote: >

Re: [RBW] Clem chain/fender interference

2022-04-02 Thread Jay Lonner
hen dremel or hand file the rough edge smooth. Add tough tape to cover it or leave it raw. Jay Lonner Bellingham, WA Sent from my Atari 400 > On Apr 2, 2022, at 9:40 AM, Jim Bronson wrote: > >  > One of my big regrets of my Clem is not paying Riv the $40 or $50 they wanted &

Re: [RBW] Which RBW model (current or former) is best for light touring?

2022-03-31 Thread Jay Lonner
weight savings elsewhere in the build. Whenever these sorts of questions come up the answer always seems to be Atlantis — it’s just so versatile. Jay Lonner Bellingham, WA Sent from my Atari 400 > On Mar 31, 2022, at 9:25 AM, 'Forrest' via RBW Owners Bunch > wrote: > >

[RBW] Other uses for air compressor?

2022-03-30 Thread Jay Lonner
off — anything else? Jay Lonner Bellingham, WA -- 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

[RBW] WTB : Sackville Trunksack Large

2022-03-20 Thread Jay Lonner
As above — looking for a large Trunksack in tan. No ETA on the Riv site. I have a small Trunksack in tan that I can offer in partial trade if that sweetens the deal. Jay Lonner Bellingham, WA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners

Re: [RBW] Flat Pedal Users: Favorite size/shape?

2022-03-16 Thread Jay Lonner
-rinko-2/ These are also great, esp. for their intended application, but the Catalysts are just 👨‍🍳 😘👌 Jay Lonner Bellingham, WA Sent from my Atari 400 > On Mar 16, 2022, at 6:24 PM, John Bokman wrote: > > Hi all. > I've been riding VP Vice pedals for a few years now. It

Re: [RBW] Re: New Craigslist/others thread

2022-02-18 Thread Jay Lonner
That QB is a good deal! I’ve been swapping messages with the seller, who runs a bike shop. It’s a consignment sale, which he says is a cash-only deal. Not really feasible for me, being on the opposite coast, but I’d be surprised if he couldn’t find a local buyer. Jay Lonner Bellingham, WA

Re: [RBW] Re: Heterodoxy — reconciling RBW with the mainstream

2022-02-11 Thread Jay Lonner
open to the possibilities and try to remind myself that while I have a lot of respect for Riv/Grant there’s really no right or wrong way to have fun on a bike. Jay Lonner Bellingham, WA Sent from my Atari 400 > On Feb 11, 2022, at 9:04 AM, Brady Smith wrote: > > I regularly ride my R

[RBW] Heterodoxy — reconciling RBW with the mainstream

2022-02-10 Thread Jay Lonner
matches their Rivendells with the sort of modern ironmongery that would give Grant & Co. conniptions? Jay Lonner Bellingham, WA (but temporarily in Sedona, AZ) -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from

Re: [RBW] What saddles are women using on their Riv mixtes?

2022-02-02 Thread Jay Lonner
My wife likes the B68S on her Cheviot. Jay Lonner Bellingham, WA Sent from my Atari 400 > On Feb 2, 2022, at 1:07 PM, Joe Mullins wrote: > > My better half has a Brooks C-19 on her Platypus with albatross bars. She > likes it! > >> >>> On Feb 2, 20

Re: [RBW] Re: Platypus Questions

2022-01-07 Thread Jay Lonner
I also like and recommend the Click-Stand. Jay Lonner Bellingham, WA Sent from my Atari 400 > On Jan 7, 2022, at 7:22 PM, Jeffrey Arita wrote: > > My wife and I use Click-Stands. The stand is not attached to your bike. > Yes, another thing to carry on your bike. But it wor

Re: [RBW] IGHs [segue from "My Frank Jones Sr is finally where I want it."

2021-12-30 Thread Jay Lonner
advantages, hence my interest. Having said that, my Bike Friday is still fairly new to me, so I’m happy to explore its capabilities while the market evolves. Jay Lonner Bellingham, WA Sent from my Atari 400 > On Dec 30, 2021, at 8:14 AM, Patrick Moore wrote: >  > Speaking of IGHs gene

Re: [RBW] Re: My Frank Jones Sr is finally where I want it

2021-12-29 Thread Jay Lonner
close but don’t have the long wheelbase. Riv’s designs are influential so I suppose it’s only a matter of time… Jay Lonner Bellingham, WA On Tuesday, December 28, 2021 at 2:15:46 PM UTC-8 Patrick Moore wrote: > Is it true that Grant has designed a new hillibike frame built around an > IG

Re: [RBW] Fenders for bikes with big tires

2021-10-03 Thread Jay Lonner
such as I understand Honjos require. Last I looked, Riv suggests the P65 for all their fat tires (including 26” and 650b) which makes me concerned that the radius isn’t optimized for 700c. I’ll have a look at VO though. Jay Lonner Bellingham, WA Sent from my Atari 400 > On Oct 3, 2021, at

Re: [RBW] Any former paper boys (or girls) on this list?

2021-09-06 Thread Jay Lonner
archetypical UJB sport tourer really was a remarkably robust and versatile design. Jay Lonner Bellingham, WA Sent from my Atari 400 > On Sep 6, 2021, at 1:01 PM, David Hallerman wrote: >  > Yup Patrick, you’ve got it. I started as a paper boy in 1963 when I turned > 12, the l

Re: [RBW] FS - Riv/Blue Lug caps

2021-08-27 Thread Jay Lonner
Both hats have been spoken for - thanks for the interest. If the deals fall through for any reason I’ll reach out to other respondents. Jay Lonner Bellingham, WA Sent from my Atari 400 > On Aug 26, 2021, at 5:18 PM, Jay Lonner wrote: > >  > I bought two of these, one in each co

[RBW] FS - Riv/Blue Lug caps

2021-08-26 Thread Jay Lonner
rom trying on for sizing I'm asking for $60 shipped. Jay Lonner Bellingham, WA -- 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

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