[RBW] Re: Riv production schedule 2025/26

? Probably. John On Friday, August 1, 2025 at 5:30:29 AM UTC-7 Johnny Alien wrote: > Hahaha! I actually thought he was pretty committed to it. Its a really > tough sell when there are so many bike shop quality kids bikes that are > sold for peanuts on local marketplaces. > > On Friday,

Re: [RBW] Help clear out my stable

Hello from Traverse City, Bill. What town are the bikes located in, kindly please? Many Thanks Johnrobertwilliams On Mon, Jul 28, 2025 at 2:01 PM Bill Lindsay wrote: > There are a lot of people interested in the Sam Hillborne. Ideally it > would be somebody local to Michigan who takes the

[RBW] FS Clem Smith Jr. 52cm Blue <200 miles (2016)

Parting with this very low-miles Clem Smith Jr. w/ several extras. Location Twin Cities, MN. $1,500. Please check Craigslist listing for full sale details. https://minneapolis.craigslist.org/ram/bik/d/saint-paul-rivendell-clem-smith-jr-52cm/7865503723.html

Re: [RBW] Re: Riv-like Rides in Boy's Life Magazine

Indeed! In the late 50s / early 60s we often rode our bikes to and from weekend Boy Scout camping trips. These experiences shaped our lives and prepared us for so many crazy adventures yet to come. >From age six or so we lived on our bikes. From early morning until lights out. And constantly fiddl

[RBW] Re: Has anyone used this shirt or similar shirts made from similar material?

100% cotton won’t smell. Polyester always stinks. Always! https://www.target.com/p/hope-henry-men-s-organic-long-sleeve-seersucker-button-down-shirt-classic-blue-gingham-x-large/-/A-1000873126 On Thursday, July 17, 2025 at 9:34:58 AM UTC-7 Patrick Moore wrote: > I’m always on the lookout for ne

Re: [RBW] Observations on road riding - beware of the Peloton

Hard not to notice. And they're all dressed up like the peloton with those tall white socks, white shoes, lots of Rapha...as if we'd dress up in Yankees uniforms to have a game of catch at the local baseball field. On their disposable plastic bikes, of course. All but one of my bikes older than m

Re: [RBW] ABQ NM Riv Ride?

I’d be riding either a Romulus or one of the new lugged Roadinis. Both great riding bikes. -- 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-bunc

[RBW] Abq Nm Riv Ride

New to Google groups so not sure if this is going to the right place but I would definitely be up for something like this. John Fellows Sent from my iPhone -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from

Re: [RBW] ABQ NM Riv Ride?

Count me in.  I met Patrick several weeks ago down in the bosque and then had some personal issues arise that put a crimp in my riding but things are pretty much back to normal now.JohnSent from my iPadOn Jul 8, 2025, at 6:55 PM, Patrick Moore wrote:Three will be a fine group.Do you want me to ad

Re: [RBW] Chapman Custom

Following this thread makes my heart go thump...thump...thump... And then Douglas Brooks popped into my head. More thumping. Jock On Mon, Jul 7, 2025 at 4:18 PM Ted Durant wrote: > I don't want to clog another thread with info about my new bike by Brian > Chapman, so I'm starting a new thread

Re: [RBW] Chapman Custom

When Chapman shows up, we’re all riding for second place. He’s our Rene Hearse taken up a notch or two…an heirloom for sure. Jock On Tue, Jul 8, 2025 at 6:44 AM Ted Durant wrote: > On Jul 8, 2025, at 8:26 AM, Will Boericke wrote: > > I love Brian's work. D-ring on the fender is to take it off

Re: [RBW] Re: Recommendations for a Billie bar alternative

Nitto Heron bars are a great option too. John On Saturday, July 5, 2025 at 3:42:32 AM UTC+2 steve...@gmail.com wrote: > I've used the VO Postino. It's a decent little bar, at 570mm it's only 10 > less than the Billie, though. the 45 degree sweep makes them feel a

Re: [RBW] Re: First bike ride in 4.5 months, post-surgery!

Indeed, best wishes—y’all hop on the saddle again soon as you can. And as we get older and maybe, if lucky, a bit wiser we’ll rethink our habits and priorities. For example, I’ve recently come to realize that my fondness for riding in fast pacelines is probably not such a good idea anymore. The c

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: Acorn Bags: med saddlebag and burrito bag

I’m well endowed with ACORNS, but those of you unfamiliar with his work should know these are robust ‘lifetime’ bags, beautifully designed and sewn together. And I’d add that if these were for sale in fancy luggage shop, they’d be way more sponduliks , so those of us traveling on two wheels ge

Re: [RBW] Re: Planning my first bikepacking trip

Good morning Leah, We have a saying in our home, borrowed from G. K. Chesterton: “An adventure is an inconvenience rightly considered” However Prepare Prepare Prepare What’s the Scouting Motto? Be Prepared! Happy trails! John Robert Williams (Blantyre, Malawi) When not in Traverse City, MI

Re: [RBW] Oi Luxe Bike Bell

I’ve been totally stuck on Spurcycle bells for years now. Made in the good ol’ USofA by one of the last old-school church bell makers in New England. The build process and engineering is identical to the bells you hear ringing on Sunday. https://bikerumor.com/review-spurcycle-original-bicycle-bell

Re: [RBW] Planning my first bikepacking trip

ment. It's usually a series of 30-minute naps throughout the night. Maybe it's because I want to peek at the sky now and then. But, the second night on, I usually sleep very well. So, go for more than one night! Oh, and don't forget a good pillow. Enjoy, John On Thursday, June 12, 2025

Re: [RBW] Re: Bending king Iris cage?

You can cram a slightly wider diameter can into an Iris cage, but the “leaf” of the iris will stick out at an odd angle, from my experience. Love the cage! I have them on many bikes. Best hold out there. But they were designed for THE bottle cage diameter. Johnrobertwilliams Traverse City, MI

[RBW] Re: One Shot for touch up paint

Color that someone recommended on the forum. I think (maybe) the Russian green (1). It's a little bluer than my Toyo Atlantis paint. Cheers, John On Sunday, June 1, 2025 at 2:10:57 PM UTC-7 Mike Rossi wrote: > My Atlantis frame came in a week or so ago, and I’ve been slowly bu

Re: [RBW] Re: Tool Bags, Kits, and Wraps: Recommendations?

Toshi, can you comment on ease of pumping with the Mini Morph? I like the Road Morph, which is a little bigger, but it would be nice to use the slightly shorter pump on occasion where I must carry the pump in a bag. John Oregon On Tuesday, May 27, 2025 at 6:43:11 PM UTC-7 ttoshi wrote: >

Re: [RBW] Re: Rivendell Meetup, NY! May 17th in Kingston, NY

Thanks for the photos Bryan, Bob, and whoever else contributed. Looks like a fun day with some really lovely sections of trail and some cool spots visited. What a gorgeous Spring day! Cheers, John On Monday, May 26, 2025 at 6:13:28 PM UTC-7 Bob Ehrenbeck wrote: > I just uploaded some of

Re: [RBW] Spring has sprung!

authenticity and reopened in 2008. I've ridden the KVR/Columbia Western from Penticton to Castlegar a few times. Quite a beautiful ride. Cheers, John On Monday, May 26, 2025 at 7:10:11 AM UTC-7 ericf3 wrote: > Correction, 35 years. It was 1990! > > > > On Mon, May 26, 2025, 06:4

Re: [RBW] Re: Now that's a ride!

name." What? Is 'Rivendell' not Tolkien enough for you, Patrick?! ;) Yes, I can see the capes as not being very aero, but Bill and his mate didn't seem to concerned with that. Cheers, John On Thursday, May 22, 2025 at 2:17:40 PM UTC-7 Patrick Moore wrote: > Thanks to J

[RBW] Re: Now that's a ride!

, a wee dram!) These gents have it figured out. Thanks for sharing! Cheers, John On Wednesday, May 21, 2025 at 4:09:00 PM UTC-7 DTL wrote: > This looks absolutely delightful! > > Very reminiscent of this video. > <https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vT_hXOcojzs> > > On Wedne

[RBW] Now that's a ride!

Here's a fun little film shared on The Radavist this morning. Big Jim is obviously 'made of sterner stuff.' Enjoy Big Jim's Bike Ride <https://theradavist.com/1976-bbc-feature-on-big-jims-bike-ride/>! Cheers, John -- You received this message because you are subsc

[RBW] Re: Ride Report: Seymour Valley, North Vancouver, BC

Thanks, John. Those are RH Fleecer Ridge in endurance casing. A plump, fun riding tire. Cheers, John On Saturday, May 17, 2025 at 11:57:21 AM UTC-7 John Bokman wrote: > Thanks for the great write-up, John. Out of curiosity, with what tires was > Hunq shod for this ride? > > J

[RBW] Re: Ride Report: Seymour Valley, North Vancouver, BC

Thanks for the great write-up, John. Out of curiosity, with what tires was Hunq shod for this ride? John Oregon On Saturday, May 17, 2025 at 7:09:55 AM UTC-7 John Rinker wrote: > > Thanks, JJ, Keith, and Dan. > > The loop and diversions were about 36km in total, so there was plent

[RBW] Re: Ride Report: Seymour Valley, North Vancouver, BC

Thanks, JJ, Keith, and Dan. The loop and diversions were about 36km in total, so there was plenty of time to meander and wander through the forest. Here is my Gaia track <https://www.gaiagps.com/datasummary/track/d8ee0207f32dd940d660e6b6ff5b8b47/> from the ride. Cheers, John On

Re: [RBW] Re: Upright vs Drop Bars

6mph, as Ted reported earlier, and that is when I go to drops. John HawrylakWoodstown NJ On Friday, May 16, 2025 at 10:43:11 AM EDT, Ted Durant wrote: On Thursday, May 15, 2025 at 9:35:20 PM UTC-5 Ben Miller wrote:  it's backed up by physics. Power needed to overcome air resistance go

[RBW] Re: Upright vs Drop Bars

ng 44cm RH Randonuer bars John Hawrylak Woodstown NJ On Thursday, May 15, 2025 at 1:49:18 PM UTC-4 Ted Durant wrote: > Jumping off The Charlie Gallop Thread, I thought I'd share some thoughts > and data on upright vs drop bars. In that thread I made the observation > that wind d

[RBW] Re: Sam Hillborne with 700x50 tires and some room to spare

ing for a slightly smaller than 50mm tire? They roll surprisingly well on pavement and are outstanding in the loose stuff. Super good people at B. Gordon, too. https://brucegordoncycles.bigcartel.com/product/700c-x-48mm-rock-n-road-tire John Oregon On Saturday, May 10, 2025 at 5:13:10 PM UTC-

Re: [RBW] Re: Spring has sprung!

Speaking of the black and orange...how are you finding the Carradice rack-top bag? I've often wondered how stable it is on the rack; in that, does it flop about or does it have some structure to it? John Oregon On Friday, May 9, 2025 at 9:10:59 PM UTC-7 John Rinker wrote: > I do

Re: [RBW] Does anyone go back to skinnier tires?

ot;wanted" a bigger tire. I found a sweet spot in the > Gravelking Slick 700x43 (45mm actual), probably my favorite tires to date > for mostly paved riding. > > On Saturday, May 10, 2025 at 8:30:27 AM UTC-4 John at Rivendell wrote: > >> No. >> >> On Friday, Ma

Re: [RBW] Does anyone go back to skinnier tires?

No. On Friday, May 9, 2025 at 2:38:12 PM UTC-7 Ben Miller wrote: > I recently went from 55 to 45 mm tyres on my Hunq, so I could run the new > 2025 GK's in Cranberry. I'll be running those til Ultradynamico makes their > Mars 700's in red! > > One thing that I haven't seen mentioned yet, is th

Re: [RBW] Re: Spring has sprung!

I don't know Patrick. I see a bike next to a beautiful river. Seems like a fine photo to me. I like the black and orange. Cheers, John On Friday, May 9, 2025 at 8:53:44 PM UTC-7 Patrick Moore wrote: > Incompetent photo (I can always guarantee that) but nice scene on very > nice

Re: [RBW] Re: Hillborne X Tubus Tara

is? I assume one can shim them to mitigate this potential issue? Thanks, John On Thursday, May 8, 2025 at 4:44:52 PM UTC-7 Will Boericke wrote: > Ortliebs on the Tara are rock solid.They do not bounce off. > > Will > > On Thu, May 8, 2025, 7:16 PM John Bokman wrote: > >>

[RBW] Re: Hillborne X Tubus Tara

Accessory clamps in action: [image: tubus mount.jpg] -- 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 view t

[RBW] Re: Hillborne X Tubus Tara

Tubus makes accessory clamps for just this purpose. (I use them for the Tara, because the braze ons are higher up the fork blade than optimal for the Taras rack, and because I use those eyelets for my Nitto mini front rack.) They are excellent, like everything Tubus: [image: csm_72100-LM1_2d5e2a

[RBW] Re: Hillborne X Tubus Tara

king setup. John On Wednesday, May 7, 2025 at 9:45:19 PM UTC-7 Nick Payne wrote: > I've had the same Tara rack on my touring bike for more than 20 years. I > have mine mounted to the rear/lower dropout eyelet, so that the bottom > section of the rack is more horizontal and more t

[RBW] Re: Racks for Wald Baskets

em. Cheers, John On Wednesday, April 30, 2025 at 6:09:09 PM UTC-7 steven.a...@gmail.com wrote: > I’m currently running a Mark’s rack and a 137, but the new basket rack > from Tanaka/Soma looks pretty cool: > > > https://www.somafabshop.com/shop/tanaka-liftloc-front-basket-rack-9

Re: [RBW] Style on the bike

gt; Atlanta > > On Saturday, April 19, 2025 at 2:15:13 PM UTC-4 jsrwa...@gmail.com wrote: > >> Is it possible that I can ask for a little help? >> I am a member of this group, and would like to post a few things for >> sale. Problem is, I have no idea how to do such. >&

Re: [RBW] WTB Atlantis

Best bet is blue lug. On Apr 24, 2025, at 11:45 AM, Steven Walker wrote:Hello all, I am in the market for my first Rivendell, and I am looking for an Atlantis. I missed out on the last batch by a few seconds. Had it in my cart, then after adding the shipping fee it was gone. ugh... But, my quest

[RBW] Re: FS: Revelate Designs Tangle Frame Bag

Size Medium On Wednesday, April 23, 2025 at 2:38:48 PM UTC-4 John Woo wrote: > [image: 7.jpeg] > > On Wednesday, April 23, 2025 at 2:37:50 PM UTC-4 John Woo wrote: > >> Excellent condition. Clean inside and out. $85 shipped CONUS. PayPal, >> Venmo, or Zelle. >> &g

Re: [RBW] Bike shops/Eastern Shore, MD

While it’s NOT MD per se, Happy Go Bikes is a Riv Dealer just inches south of MD on Connecticut Street. Ben, the owner is most definitely a RivBike insider! JohnRobertWilliams Traverse City, MI On Thu, Apr 24, 2025 at 7:03 AM Jim Willis wrote: > Hello. > > I am headed to eastern shore, MD ar

Re: [RBW] Re: SFR 400k ride report

"Is that like in Alaska or somewhere else where they have to squeeze them together into a really tight window?" The fortnightly schedule makes sense in places where it can still be very cold and snowy/icy in February and starts to get very hot in June (e.g., Central Plains/Midwest, Mid-Atlantic

Re: [RBW] Riv weight limit recs-Fun thought meanderings

Andy has me wondering if anyone out there’s fortunate enough to have a Peter Weigle Raleigh 650b conversion. They’re so easy on the eyes. Would enjoy a report including some nice photos. Jock On Sun, Apr 13, 2025 at 7:30 AM Andy Beichler wrote: > It is a slow Sunday morning here(after several

[RBW] Re: FS: Lugged Nitto Stem, Riv Carbonomas straight leg fork, Nitto Dirt Drop Bars

so that Nitto stem clamp diameter of 26.55 must be for pre 1998 Cinelli bars? It’s an odd size all together since the cinelli size is 26.4 On Saturday, April 12, 2025 at 11:18:56 AM UTC-6 jayme...@gmail.com wrote: > Rivendell Carbonomas Straight Leg Fork Sale Pending > > https://www.icloud.com/

Re: [RBW] Re: Joe App Shifting with a Rapid Rise

s > "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 view this discussion visit > https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/rbw-owners-bunch/CAP8vjn_U-QzfPj9D3qW4J2%2BEvzEYus1TJLD1i9n71x9mAt

Re: [RBW] Bike Life Lately

Cormac, Francilien, actually, yes! I live out near Fontainebleau. cheers, John On Monday, April 7, 2025 at 8:25:48 PM UTC+2 okeeffe...@gmail.com wrote: > Nice whip @Nathan and cool to see a fellow Parisian (or Francilien) on the > forum! > > On Mon, 7 Apr 2025, 17:41 Bill Lin

Re: [RBW] Re: No More Plastic Water Bottles for Me

t; >> >> -- > 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 view this di

[RBW] Re: Sackville HappySack with Sackville Saddle Kangaroo Pouch

Robb Isn't the height of the Hapisack 8-1/2"?? You stated 7-1/2". John Hawrylak Woodstown NJ On Monday, March 31, 2025 at 6:54:47 PM UTC-4 Robb wrote: > Price: $200 plus actually shipping cost > Great bag for sub-24-overnights, but at age-80 my overnighters are all in

Re: [RBW] Re: Bike Life Lately

Well, we lived in Athens for 14 years before recently moving to NorCal. A couple of years ago The Lonely Planet wrote a review of cycling destinations around the world and chose Athens as best cycling in the USA thanks to the endless matrix of quiet, well-paved backroads. Athens is also home to UG

[RBW] Re: Interview with Grant

Thanks Eric! That was refreshing. John Oregon On Wednesday, March 26, 2025 at 10:59:47 AM UTC-7 EGNolan wrote: > I interviewed Grant in October and it's taken me this long to get music, > intros, etc. figured out. We talk about business a lot and bikes a little. > > Interview

Re: [RBW] Re: Watch Platypus frames being built!

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Re: [RBW] Re: Suggestions on changes to Joe Appaloosa.

I have a clipper triple I'm not using, that might interest you. I'll send you a PM. John On Tuesday, March 25, 2025 at 2:29:06 AM UTC+1 Jason Fuller wrote: > I'm largely overlapping with all the sound advice you've already received, > but my votes: > > Tires: C

Re: [RBW] Re: Rack hack on my Custom All Rounder

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Re: [RBW] Bike Life Lately

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Re: [RBW] Bicycle Life Style blog defunct?

utm_source=footer> >> . >> > > > -- > Peter White > > -- > 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

Re: [RBW] Tech question: Rene Herse pulley-style brake yoke -- what am I doing wrong?

I sure wish someone would come up with a design for braze on's for dual pivots sidepull brakes. John Hawrylak Woodstown NJ On Monday, March 17, 2025 at 11:41:03 AM UTC-4 Michael Doleman wrote: > Interesting, and thanks for weighing-in. I really enjoy hearing of > everyone's va

[RBW] Re: Shipping charge for "Donations to single mother of three” on Riv e-commerce site

When I did a sample sale/check-out just now, it gave me the *option* of adding a donation; it did *not* automatically do it. Best to call HQ, though, and ask someone who knows more than I do. (That would be anyone who answers the phone). John in Portland, Ore. On Sunday, March 16, 2025 at

Re: [RBW] Tech question: Rene Herse pulley-style brake yoke -- what am I doing wrong?

able?? Is there a source for these, or just from old Mafac's??? John Hawrylak Woodstown NJ On Saturday, March 15, 2025 at 4:06:38 PM UTC-4 Scott G. wrote: > Try the real MAFAC straddle carrier, it has hole in the bolt, > and it pinches like a Moon unit. > And it is French, so you

Re: [RBW] Tech question: Rene Herse pulley-style brake yoke -- what am I doing wrong?

ppear to better than other CPs. They came with the frame which I bought from a list member. I would NOT buy these new. John Hawrylak Woodstown NJ On Saturday, March 15, 2025 at 5:56:52 AM UTC-4 Garth wrote: > As mentioned, do contact RH, a phone call would be more helpful as it's a

[RBW] Personal Purple Platypus Project Progress

By taking inspiration from so many members in this group, (looking at you, Leah!), and searching for a LOOONG time, I was able to find the 60 frame of my dreams from Ben @ Happy Go Bikes in DC. I agree with the silver aesthetic of so many of you, so, sorting through my parts bins, bicycle recyc

[RBW] Re: First paint chip!

Wabi-Sabi On Friday, March 14, 2025 at 10:19:36 AM UTC+1 okeeffe...@gmail.com wrote: > I know, it's a relief to have the bike starting to get used in and not > have that new bike feel anymore. > > On Monday, March 10, 2025 at 2:45:49 AM UTC+1 Steve wrote: > >> Beausage builds character! >> >> O

Re: [RBW] Re: Roadini and Unpaved, Experience?

ng. I guess the idea of >>> having the "perfect" bike seems both naive and a little un-attractive for >>> some reason. Maybe others can chime on this indescribable feeling I'm >>> trying to articulate. On the other hand, I might just be trying to talk >

Re: [RBW] Re: Leah’s Northern Lights Charlie

The 4 bikes neatly arranged on their racks in the garage is oddly super satisfying. Bravo, the Charlie looks great! On Friday, March 14, 2025 at 2:28:00 AM UTC+1 Bicycle Belle Ding Ding! wrote: > [image: image0.jpeg][image: image1.jpeg][image: image2.jpeg][image: > image3.jpeg] > > On Mar 13,

Re: [RBW] Re: New RBW handlebar // any guesses what it'll be?

;> cut >>>>>>> because it's a little "redundant" in the bar line up. Curious to see >>>>>>> how >>>>>>> that one is. >>>>>>> >>>>>>> I have seen the Alba/Wavie bar, now twi

[RBW] Fork solution

Hi Everyone, This may "not be according to Hoyle", but I've had a constant issue of the entire fork, bar& wheel spinning around and banging into the frame, when I park my Platypus on teh two-legged kickstand. The slightest breeze spins the wheel and WHAMMO! I tried the old toe strap through th

Re: [RBW] Re: Practical and beautiful bikes

gt; What about you? Is one of those more important to you than the other? >> > -- > 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: Stem reach for Noodle

e, which didn't allow for any bending of the elbows when on the hoods. John Oregon On Sunday, March 9, 2025 at 5:56:58 PM UTC-7 jkel...@gmail.com wrote: > Rivbike has a stem comparison page > <https://www.rivbike.com/pages/nitto-stem-comparison> that starts, *"We >

Re: [RBW] Re: New RBW handlebar // any guesses what it'll be?

e know what they are? >>>>>> >>>>>> >>>>>> https://www.rivbike.com/blogs/staff-bikes/romans-sam-hillborne-87cm-pbh-updated >>>>>> On Thursday, March 6, 2025 at 2:07:18 PM UTC-8 Jason Fuller wrote: >>>>>> >>

Re: [RBW] Re: Roadini and Unpaved, Experience?

ived in Riv's locale, I think I could pretty much do it all on Sam. But, I don't. I'm surprised you aren't be-fendered in your neck of the woods. Must be drier up there than I thought. Or your tolerance for slop is greater than mine. Either way, good on you, Jay. John Oreg

Re: [RBW] Old bike day — the last ride of the Hunq

Looks sweet Jay! What wheel size is this? John Oregon On Friday, March 7, 2025 at 1:14:24 PM UTC-8 Jay Lonner wrote: > I hope to get the Gus out for a ride this weekend — among other things it > will be a test of the new 1x12 drivetrain featuring a Vivo Enduro rear > deraille

Re: [RBW] New RBW handlebar // any guesses what it'll be?

uot; >> range. >> >> On Thursday, 6 March 2025 at 13:45:31 UTC-8 DTL wrote: >> >>> The magic components Moth Bar kinda fits the description. >>> 60° Sweep, 50mm rise, 745mm wide >>> The more the merrier! >>> >>> On Thursday, Mar

Re: [RBW] Stack Height / Geo Question

from it, send an > email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. > To view this discussion visit > https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/rbw-owners-bunch/ab5a800f-1902-42b4-bea3-54c15e89ea1dn%40googlegroups.com > <https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/rbw-owners-bunch/ab5a800f-1902-4

[RBW] Re: New RBW handlebar // any guesses what it'll be?

Ah! You're right! He did say that in the Jan 4 email. Okay, cool... I'd forgotten. That's exciting if it's reasonably wide (but not crazy wide) with some rise and sweep around 50-60° and a 25.4 clamp. Look forward to seeing the prototype. cheers, John On Thursday, Ma

[RBW] New RBW handlebar // any guesses what it'll be?

In the last couple missives, Will mentions a new handlebar for 2025. Curious if anyone has any insight on what it will be and/or any guesses or wishes. Anyone know? I'm sure we'll see photos from Philly soon enough. Cheers, John -- You received this message because you are subscri

Re: [RBW] Practical and beautiful bikes

ion visit > https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/rbw-owners-bunch/375057fc-c68c-4d30-974a-29c4ed9988b2n%40googlegroups.com > <https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/rbw-owners-bunch/375057fc-c68c-4d30-974a-29c4ed9988b2n%40googlegroups.com?utm_medium=email&utm_source=footer> > . >

[RBW] Re: Roadini and Unpaved, Experience?

urrently get with my Sam (61.8cm, according to Bike Insights). John Oregon On Monday, March 3, 2025 at 8:17:38 AM UTC-8 Mike in BK wrote: > Hi Brenton, > > If you have a 57 Roadini and a 57 Sam from a recent MIT generation, their > geos looks very similar (like, very). With the

Re: [RBW] Re: Clem H Chain Suck Issue

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[RBW] Re: Winter Photos 2024/2025

Looking good Ted! Do you have big mileage on GLS by now? Sure is a looker. John Oregon Sam rider On Sunday, March 2, 2025 at 2:58:26 PM UTC-8 Ted Durant wrote: > Doesn't even look like winter, does it? Aside from it being right at > freezing temps, it was a nice ride today. But th

Re: [RBW] Re: Debut snapshots

Fenders yet to arrive. >>> >>> https://share.icloud.com/photos/06elDBDHfm7j7XCpkvgSGN3_A >>> >>> Cheers! >>> >>> John Robert Williams >>> Traverse City, MI USA >>> >> -- > You received this message bec

[RBW] Debut snapshots

Well, now I can officially join instead of lurking. This 60 Platypus frame came available from Ben @ HappyGo bike shop in DC. It was a parts bin build, with a few new bits. Fenders yet to arrive. https://share.icloud.com/photos/06elDBDHfm7j7XCpkvgSGN3_A Cheers! John Robert Williams Traverse

[RBW] Re: WTB Nitto F-15

I have one headed my way now from a member, Thanks! On Monday, February 24, 2025 at 10:59:35 AM UTC-7 Bill Lindsay wrote: > Ben's Cycle has ONE Nitto F-15 rack in stock, for $87 which seems pretty > fair. > > BL in EC > > On Friday, February 14, 2025 at 8:51:30 AM UTC-8 moptt...@gmail.com wrot

Re: [RBW] Re: Wind!

Whoa now…replacing all my long 170 cranks and wide 420 bars is bound to put an ugly dent in the bank account. For sure…considering the tidy collection of beautiful silver bits I’ve accumulated to replace stuff that will inevitably (if I’m lucky) need replacement. What’s more, if this stuff is no l

Re: [RBW] V Brake Levers with Thumb Shifters on the Inside

+1 for the Avids. FR5 or FR7. Low profile and work great. Also, Dia Compe "Diatech" Mk2 are great too. And can be run with Vs or cantis. Cheers, John On Monday, February 24, 2025 at 8:03:37 AM UTC+1 rjason...@gmail.com wrote: > Avid levers have the clamp on the top, work well

Re: [RBW] Re: Share your alternative rain jacket suggestions

e more important, ultimately, than the "waterproof" layer. John Oregon On Tuesday, February 18, 2025 at 2:15:57 PM UTC-8 Jay Lonner wrote: > A few years ago I bought a Hilltrek Kintail shirt featuring their “extra > lightweight” Ventile, thinking that it would be good for 3-season

Re: [RBW] Re: More on bar end shifter cable routing

Timely share, this may be the inspiration I needed! My Albatross bars, bar end shifters and fresh Ourys have been waiting for me to take action. You’ve got me thinking about using some old narrow 22.2 bars and taking one end to a grinding wheel to make a punch. John in Minneapolis -- You

Re: [RBW] By Request: Leah’s Mystery Bike

Grant who puts nail polish on his chainrings and pedals and wraps his bars is multiple colors of cloth tape? I can hardly imagine his cringing at your project, Leah. On Tuesday, February 18, 2025 at 5:17:38 PM UTC-6 Bicycle Belle Ding Ding! wrote: > Oh, I think Grant winces at my projects… > >

Re: [RBW] Wolbis with drop bar

re if I'll get along with drops on the La Cabra or if I should do an alt-bar build. (and forgive me for the non RBW but RBW adjacent question) John in France On Thursday, February 13, 2025 at 2:55:38 PM UTC+1 brok...@gmail.com wrote: > Agreed. Evasion is a nice choice too. I would also

Re: [RBW] Re: Roadini and Unpaved, Experience?

one more thing to mull over, perhaps. John Oregon On Tuesday, February 11, 2025 at 6:19:35 PM UTC-8 Jay wrote: > Thanks for the comments. Once my local trails are rideable I'll try out > the Roadini with the GKSS 43mm tires I have on there already, with tubes, > and I'll ju

[RBW] Re: Rivendell Custom - All Rounder Style

Score! Looking forward to the build-out Marty! John On Monday, February 10, 2025 at 1:08:07 PM UTC-8 Marty Gierke, Stewartstown PA wrote: > This frame popped up on the group before, maybe September last year? > [image: Screenshot 2025-02-09 at 10.12.13 AM.png] > > Not the best Eba

Re: [RBW] Re: Triple Bypass

How wonderful it would be if the USofA was all connected by rail as our European friends enjoy. So many fond memories of riding the Burlington Zephyr from Chicago to Minneapolis and that great bridge spanning the Mississippi in Minnesota. Hop aboard, tether your bike, unpack a couple novels, thick

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

ate. A little walnut bitters with a splash of maple of vanilla simple syrup and garnish with orange peel…tres magnifique! John in Minneapolis -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and sto

[RBW] Re: February SCAM :Warning Reminder Message

e to ask a seller to provide a photo of the item and a piece of paper with their email address and the date. Seems like a good idea. Cheers, John On Saturday, February 1, 2025 at 9:35:04 AM UTC-8 Cal Patterson wrote: > Ah shoot. I think I got scammed on my WTB Tosco Bars post. "Seller&

Re: [RBW] Riv default 113 BB, Tange headset

Hey John, Yes, my current setup- XT M737 and 113BB- is just fine, and I have no reason to change it. I was just curious about the process for arriving at the proper BB length. Cheers, John On Friday, January 31, 2025 at 7:09:15 AM UTC-8 isp...@gmail.com wrote: > John, > > If you’r

Re: [RBW] Riv default 113 BB, Tange headset

Sugino XD triple. It seems to work just fine. At this point in my understanding, calculating such sounds like a mix of esoterica and wizardry. Cheers, John On Monday, January 27, 2025 at 9:09:32 AM UTC-8 Bill Lindsay wrote: > Let's list all the cranks for which 113mm is the per

[RBW] Re: Wonky Wheel Building

Wow, that's great news Garth! I'll submit a warranty claim and see what they come back with. Please stop by for a ride and your chicken dinner next time you are in the Slocan Valley in British Columbia. Cheers, John On Thursday, January 30, 2025 at 1:58:58 PM UTC-8 Garth wrote:

Re: [RBW] 36 Views of Mt Diablo (aka Grant's Mountain)

Whoa Mike! That's a lovely photo. What a dreamy day that must have been! Cheers, John On Thursday, January 30, 2025 at 10:29:17 AM UTC-8 Mike Godwin wrote: > From April 2014, 8 months before my move to the Central Coast. Resized > photo. > > On Tuesday, January 28, 2025 at

[RBW] Re: Wonky Wheel Building

Thanks Bill. Well said! I'm headed to my shop now to see what compromises I'll have to make with the wheel, but 'having a little too much fun' ain't one of them! Cheers, John On Thursday, January 30, 2025 at 9:21:00 AM UTC-8 Bill Lindsay wrote: > I take it as a fu

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