[RBW] Re: Schwalbe Marathon Supreme 32s on a Romulus

I have the 32s on my Sam. Pretty much as advertised - good combination of speed and puncture resistance for about $60 a tire. I did get one puncture a while back, following which I filled my rear tube with sealant. Jay On May 23, 11:13 pm, "Darin G." wrote: > Think of the Supreme 32s on my Rom,

[RBW] Re: Thinking of switching handlebars on my AHH

Hi Rex, Sorry I do not have pictures, but they bars look great. The brake levers feel very solid from all points (front to tips). In fact, they feel more powerful than the Ultegra drop bar levers that I had on the noodles. I wrapped them with cork tape from the end to within 2 inches of the ste

[RBW] Re: FS: Bridgestone and Riv Catalogs, Etc.

Rob, Is the reading material still available? Mitch Browne San Luis Obispo, CA On Tuesday, May 22, 2012 9:57:57 PM UTC-7, rob markwardt wrote: > > Greetings, >Annual attempt at clearing out clutter...he says after spending a > half hour on ebay. > > Riv catalogs. #3 (97), Summer/Fa

Re: [RBW] Re: 57 Romulus anyone?

My RBW invoice lists my Rom frame at 61. From: Reid To: RBW Owners Bunch Sent: Wed, May 23, 2012 9:50:42 PM Subject: [RBW] Re: 57 Romulus anyone? Um, a bit off topic, but ... I have what I think is a 56 Romulus. Usually sizes are at least 2 apart, so did the

Re: [RBW] front derailleur cage tweaking

I think you need a wider BB. AFIK, the XT derailers are not such a good fit for the Sugimo cranks since they expect the wider Q from the Shimano modern MTB cranks. A new compatible derailer from Riv would be the other option I'd suggest if you want to preserve the current BB. I would caution aga

Re: [RBW] front derailleur cage tweaking

Q doesn't relate (much*) to proper ring position with flared cranks. Bending the derailleur cage can lead you into a vast thicket of trial and error and more error until you finally die howling in frustration and anguish, but perhaps one could think of bending the outer forward tip of the d cage j

[RBW] 54 CM Hunqapillar Complete Bike $2500!

It makes me sad to sell this incredibly well decked out machine, but cash is low. The ultimate 29er! 54 CM Hunqapillar thats the equivalent to a 57 CM Hilsen. Rivendell Hand built Wheels with... -Japanese XT Hubs -DT Swiss Rims -Marathon Supreme Tires Nitto Front Rack Albatros Bars with Cork Gr

[RBW] 1994 Bridgestone MB1 All Old XTR $775!

Great Period Bridgestone 1994 Mb1 Period Grease Guard Hubs Period Mavick Rims Period XTR Components Period Ti Rail Seat I believe they are old Tioga Tires The only non original thing is the carbon seat post This bike is incredibly nimble and light. The last year of Grant Design with a Ri

[RBW] New Features, New Price for Sam Hill Borne 52 CM Frame Fork Wheels and Extras Low Miles 975$

Adding Mustache Bars and a Brooks Saddle to create an almost complete bike Taiwan built 52 CM Sam Hill Borne Frame and Fork with Rivendell Rivendell built Economy Deore Hub Wheel Set Plus: Barely used Grand Bois Herte Tires Plus: Barely used set of Maxy Fasty Tires Plus: Shimano Brakes

RE: [RBW] Extended commute

Eric: Actually, I was under the impression that the tubesets were the same -- but the Quickbeam definitely feels more nimble than the S1, I'm guessing mostly because of the tires (and maybe the build). The QB is on Jack Brown Greens, which I think are both cushy and fast-feeling, and it typica

[RBW] Re: 57 Romulus anyone?

Yep. Roms were odd, Rams were even. On Wednesday, May 23, 2012 10:09:39 PM UTC-7, rcnute wrote: > > I think they were odd instead of even sizes (measured center to top). > As opposed to the Rambouillet. > > Ryan > > On May 23, 9:48 pm, Reid wrote: > > Um, a bit off topic, but ... > > > > I

[RBW] Re: 4ish years. Same picture, Different story each time.

Oh Manny, this project and resulting collection is really superb. The Handlebar Diaries. I absolutely love it. Thank you so much for putting it together and sharing it. Liesl Raining-Cats-n-Dogs-But-the-Cats-Hate-It-More in Minneapolis -- You received this message because you are subscribed to

Re: [RBW] Re: 57 Romulus anyone?

On Thu, May 24, 2012 at 11:48 AM, Aaron Thomas wrote: > Yep. Roms were odd, Rams were even. > > Only thing odd about the Roms is that they didn't make a lot more of them. Zing! I love punning! :) -sv -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners

[RBW] Re: Just Ride it!

On May 24, 12:13 am, Philip Williamson wrote: > I went to St. Paul a couple years ago, and my boss ordered a Blue Moon in a > funky bar famous for its stuffed hamburger. The waiter said, "Yeh, that's > real popular... with the ladies." > Hmmm. The original bar famous for stuffed hamburgers in th

[RBW] Re: 4ish years. Same picture, Different story each time.

I put this on as a slideshow on my second monitor - it's really good. Soothing and validating of my bicycle priorities. I may steal your idea and do something similar for trail riding with my dog. Thanks! Philip Philip Williamson www.biketinker.com On Wednesday, May 23, 2012 10:04:02 PM UTC

[RBW] Re: 4ish years. Same picture, Different story each time.

I've done a MannyPanda on every brevet I've ridden, inspired by the creator of the MannyPanda On Wednesday, May 23, 2012 10:04:02 PM UTC-7, Manuel Acosta wrote: > > Time to update. A fun little project I've been working on for 4ish year. > Same picture, different story each time. > > Pictures pr

[RBW] Re: front derailleur cage tweaking

Yeah, I concur with what others have said. If it's not far in enough with the limit screw all the way out and the cable slack, you've got the wrong derailleur. It's true that contemporary MTB triples are much farther out than an XD on a 107mm BB would be, so that's probably the issue. I'd try

[RBW] Re: odd knocking sound on front end - ideas?

Yes, another vote for loose headset. They can be hard to see on a cursory inspection, esp. if it's just a little loose, but what you're describing is exactly behavior I would expect from one. What i do is lock the front wheel with the brake, put my stomach on the seat to weight the bike, and

[RBW] Re: Identifying a Nitto Stem

Do you mean measuring if it has a 190mm or 225mm quill? The product picture from the Riv website shows the technique for measuring: That guy is the 190mm version. On Wednesday, May 23, 2012 3:07:36

RE: [RBW] Re: 4ish years. Same picture, Different story each time.

very similar to a mani-pedi From: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com [mailto:rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of William Sent: Thursday, May 24, 2012 12:45 PM To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Subject: [RBW] Re: 4ish years. Same picture, Differe

Re: [RBW] Re: 4ish years. Same picture, Different story each time.

On Thu, May 24, 2012 at 1:23 PM, Allingham II, Thomas J wrote: > very similar to a mani-pedi > I thought that was when he was doing the pedi-cab, thing. -sv -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send

[RBW] Chain deal ... ?

Was it on this list that, a couple of months ago, someone offered me a deal on chains that I turned down for lack of cash? Cash is slightly less lacking now and if that person reads this and still wants to sell, will he please email me offlist? Thanks. -- - Patrick Moore

[RBW] Re: 4ish years. Same picture, Different story each time.

Brilliant post. Thanks for sharing Manny. On May 24, 1:43 pm, Seth Vidal wrote: > On Thu, May 24, 2012 at 1:23 PM, Allingham II, Thomas J > > wrote: > > very similar to a mani-pedi > > I thought that was when he was doing the pedi-cab, thing. > > -sv -- You received this message because y

[RBW] Re: Another waste of time DIY project. A <$10 handlebar bag

I've moved my DIY handlebar bag over to the Hilsen and it worked splendidly on my 35 mile road ride into the office this morning. The key recent enhancement was a magnetic closure. I'm thinking I'll run this for my Memorial Day 200k. http://www.flickr.com/photos/45758191@N04/7262955818/in/p

[RBW] Re: 4ish years. Same picture, Different story each time.

This is awesome, thanks for sharing Manny! There is nothing quite like pictures of a bike being used to do cool stuff. Just beautiful. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://group

Re: [RBW] Re: 4ish years. Same picture, Different story each time.

A MannyPanda of MannyPedi taking me to my mani-pedi wouldbe.EPIC On Thursday, May 24, 2012 10:43:26 AM UTC-7, Seth Vidal wrote: > > On Thu, May 24, 2012 at 1:23 PM, Allingham II, Thomas J > wrote: > > very similar to a mani-pedi > > > > > I thought that was when he was doing the p

Re: [RBW] New Features, New Price for Sam Hill Borne 52 CM Frame Fork Wheels and Extras Low Miles 975$

Try calling. On Thursday, May 24, 2012 8:25:11 AM UTC-7, Peter M wrote: > > Ok, I emailed last time this was for sale expressing an interest and never > heard back. Anyone know what the story is here? I am sure there were offers > last time. I was thinking of picking it up for my wife. > > On W

Re: [RBW] Re: Another waste of time DIY project. A <$10 handlebar bag

Great bag! Will the Coroplast and duct tape handle heavy as well as bulky items, like gallons of milk? On Thu, May 24, 2012 at 12:14 PM, William wrote: > I've moved my DIY handlebar bag over to the Hilsen and it worked splendidly > on my 35 mile road ride into the office this morning.  The key re

Re: [RBW] Re: Another waste of time DIY project. A <$10 handlebar bag

I imagine so. Give it a try! On Thursday, May 24, 2012 11:57:13 AM UTC-7, Patrick Moore wrote: > > Great bag! Will the Coroplast and duct tape handle heavy as well as > bulky items, like gallons of milk? > > On Thu, May 24, 2012 at 12:14 PM, William wrote: > > I've moved my DIY handlebar bag

[RBW] 650C Tire question: Michelin Pro 3 Race versus Conti GP 4000 versus Conti GP Triathlon; others?

That's 650 SEE, not BEE; they are for the '99 Joe gofast fixed gear. Anyway, Nashbar has these all on sale, but the 4000s are still $67 while the MP3s are just $37, the Tris (what the heck is a triathlon tire, anyway?) is $40. All weigh about the same and all are folding but Conti claims tpi of 33

Re: [RBW] Re: Another waste of time DIY project. A <$10 handlebar bag

Sorry, no front rack to accomodate, but one would make a nice trunk if I ever get a platform rack for the still-unsold Ken Rogers trike. On Thu, May 24, 2012 at 1:42 PM, William wrote: > I imagine so.  Give it a try! > > On Thursday, May 24, 2012 11:57:13 AM UTC-7, Patrick Moore wrote: >> >> Grea

[RBW] Re: 650C Tire question: Michelin Pro 3 Race versus Conti GP 4000 versus Conti GP Triathlon; others?

Forgot to add as a PSA that Nashbar also offers B 17s for $108. On Thu, May 24, 2012 at 1:46 PM, PATRICK MOORE wrote: > That's 650 SEE, not BEE; they are for the '99 Joe gofast fixed gear. > > Anyway, Nashbar has these all on sale, but the 4000s are still $67 > while the MP3s are just $37, the Tr

Re: [RBW] Re: 650C Tire question: Michelin Pro 3 Race versus Conti GP 4000 versus Conti GP Triathlon; others?

On May 24, 2012, at 13:49, PATRICK MOORE wrote: > Forgot to add as a PSA that Nashbar also offers B 17s for $108. Come on now, Patrick, just cough up the extra $2 and buy from Rivendell! Or Boulder Bicycle has 'em for $99. Ryan Disclosure: I have a strong personal desire to see both Rivende

[RBW] Re: Bosco bars have arrived...

I had mine added to my Hillborne pre-order a couple of weeks ago, I feel lucky they both in at the same time, I hope I'm riding it next week! Marc On Wednesday, May 23, 2012 7:17:28 PM UTC-4, Andrew Letton wrote: > > Just got an email from RBWWHQ saying that Bosco has landed! > Get 'em while you

Re: [RBW] Re: 650C Tire question: Michelin Pro 3 Race versus Conti GP 4000 versus Conti GP Triathlon; others?

Didn't realize that they were so cheap at Riv or Boulder for that matter; always thought that B 17s were quite expensive, so $108 seemed cheap. Don't ride them myself. OK, so we've taken care of B 17s. What about those Michelin Pro Race 3 Lites or whatever the heck they are? On Thu, May 24, 2012

[RBW] Re: Schwalbe Marathon Supreme 32s on a Romulus

Last winter after getting several flats in the rain on my VO Rando bike I put on some Supreme 32s as a temporary replacement for Grand Bois Cypress as the width is close to the same (the Supreme 32s measure about 30 or 31mm). I also have a Romulus with Jack Brown blues (measure 33mm) and frankly h

[RBW] Re: Chain deal ... ?

On Thursday, May 24, 2012 10:57:39 AM UTC-7, Patrick Moore wrote: > > Was it on this list that, a couple of months ago, someone offered me a > deal on chains that I turned down for lack of cash? Cash is slightly > less lacking now and if that person reads this and still wants to > sell, will h

Re: [RBW] Re: Chain deal ... ?

Wow, what a bargain. Brewster, have you used these 8-speed chains? Are they good? David G On May 24, 2012 3:19 PM, "Brewster Fong" wrote: > > On Thursday, May 24, 2012 10:57:39 AM UTC-7, Patrick Moore wrote: >> >> Was it on this list that, a couple of months ago, someone offered me a >> deal on

Re: [RBW] Re: Chain deal ... ?

Dang! $3 chains?! Are they any good? On May 24, 2012, at 14:19, Brewster Fong wrote: > > On Thursday, May 24, 2012 10:57:39 AM UTC-7, Patrick Moore wrote: > Was it on this list that, a couple of months ago, someone offered me a > deal on chains that I turned down for lack of cash? Cash is sl

Re: [RBW] Re: Chain deal ... ?

Even if they are only one third as good, you can just buy three of them and call it a wash! ;-) On Thursday, May 24, 2012 2:11:13 PM UTC-7, Ryan wrote: > > Dang! $3 chains?! Are they any good? > > > > On May 24, 2012, at 14:19, Brewster Fong wrote: > > > On Thursday, May 24, 2012 10:57:39 AM UT

Re: [RBW] Re: Chain deal ... ?

No, but they're silver and look pretty good. However, if you link removable links, they call it a Q-link, just make sure to order them at the same time! I didn't realize the Qlinks were separate and now the cost of 4 replacement is equal to shipping! Its still pretty cheap, but why pay extra w

RE: [RBW] 650C Tire question: Michelin Pro 3 Race versus Conti GP 4000 versus Conti GP Triathlon; others?

Serfas makes a 571x28c for R&E cycles in Seattle. $30 http://store01.prostores.com/servlet/rodriguezbicycles/the-7/Serfas-Urbana-650c-x/Detail John Speare Spokane, WA http://cyclingspokane.blogspot.com -Original Message- From: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com [mailto:rbw-owners-bunch

RE: [RBW] 650C Tire question: Michelin Pro 3 Race versus Conti GP 4000 versus Conti GP Triathlon; others?

On Thu, 2012-05-24 at 22:36 +, John Speare wrote: > Serfas makes a 571x28c for R&E cycles in Seattle. > Being a pompous bore for a minute, it cannot be 571x28c. It could be 571x28, or it could be 650x28c. "c" is not a shorcut abbreviation for "mm", it distinguishes between 650A, 650B and 6

Re: [RBW] 650C Tire question: Michelin Pro 3 Race versus Conti GP 4000 versus Conti GP Triathlon; others?

Thanks, John. I would go with 28s if I knew they were supple and light and fast. A Google search for reviews of the Urbana turned up zilch. Does anyone know anything about these tires? Note that the '99 Gofast is just that; I don't have any need to ride off-pavement on this bike; I've got others f

[RBW] Re: 650C Tire question: Michelin Pro 3 Race versus Conti GP 4000 versus Conti GP Triathlon; others?

Anybody interested in a pair of 650c velocity (older style) rims for free? All I'd ask is that the recipient cover shipping costs. Thanks, gary On Thursday, May 24, 2012 3:46:53 PM UTC-4, Patrick Moore wrote: > > That's 650 SEE, not BEE; they are for the '99 Joe gofast fixed gear. > > Anyway, N

[RBW] WTB or T: canvas Li'l Loafer good-or-better condition

Would alternatively be happy to buy a canvas Nigel Smythe Li'l Loafer. And am also willing to trade for either, perhaps even a very-good/excellent Nigel Smythe green tweed Li'l Loafer. Yours, Thomas Lynn Skean -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW O

[RBW] Re: Schwalbe Marathon Supreme 32s on a Romulus

I use the Jack Brown Blues on my '91 Bridgestone RB-T for commuting. Before that I ran the Supremes in 32mm and, before that.Jack Brown Blues. I switched back to the Jacks because, like Brett, I found they were smoother rolling but also faster on pavement than the Supremes. In spite of them bei

Re: [RBW] 650C Tire question: Michelin Pro 3 Race versus Conti GP 4000 versus Conti GP Triathlon; others?

On Thu, 2012-05-24 at 17:58 -0600, PATRICK MOORE wrote: > > Commentary: I ride short distances, and I want to pack as much riding > fun into those short distances as I can. I hate, hate HATE heavy, > thick-walled, doggy, sluggish tires: I've ridden them and I know what > they feel like. I'd rather

RE: [RBW] 650C Tire question: Michelin Pro 3 Race versus Conti GP 4000 versus Conti GP Triathlon; others?

You're right on both accounts. John Speare Spokane, WA http://cyclingspokane.blogspot.com -Original Message- From: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com [mailto:rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Steve Palincsar Sent: Thursday, May 24, 2012 3:44 PM To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegr

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Hiya All! The Stuff Purge Continues I am offering the following items; VO Campagne Handlebar Bag. Black with brown leather. Po' Boy's Gilles Berthoud, works as well, almost as pretty. With VO Decaleur insert attached (you will need to supply the decaleur mount that attaches to the stem;) htt

Re: [RBW] Re: Bosco bars have arrived...

Friends of fine cycles, I made a slight detour on my way to work this morning and picked up a bar from the Bosco kind at the Rivendell HQ. The aluminum model measuring 58cm. It will grace a 64 cm Atlantis with a 62 cm top tube. I'm looking forward to the reduced distance between grips and saddle an

[RBW] Re: Chain deal ... ?

That nonchalantness only applies to the durability factor. They're not single-speed chains so they will experience lateral forces during shifts and when run cross-chained. So I'll be more worried about the things flying apart and me suddenly being able to hit the high notes than wearing out those c

[RBW] Re: FS: Gunnar Sport 60 cm frame/Waterford steel fork, one or both

Price reduction: 1. frameset with threaded steel fork, seat clamp, and FSA Orbit headset. $700 2. frame by itself $550 3. fork by itself $175 On Monday, April 30, 2012 12:27:46 PM UTC-7, eflayer wrote: > Selling 1.5 year old Gunnar Sport, 60 cm/custom Waterford curved blade, > threaded

[RBW] Re: Chain deal ... ?

On Thursday, May 24, 2012 8:36:48 PM UTC-7, Benz wrote: > > That nonchalantness only applies to the durability factor. They're not > single-speed chains so they will experience lateral forces during > shifts and when run cross-chained. So I'll be more worried about the > things flying apart an

Re: [RBW] 4ish years. Same picture, Different story each time.

Great project Manny!!! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For