[RBW] Re: FS/FT: Brooks b17, snowpeak, nitto , front rack

bump and mug, wedge, stem sold. still have/offers welcome on brooks b17 lklm rack filson dry duffle backpack -- 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: PSA eBay Riv frame

Looks like a Road (pre "Road Standard") from 1995. Note the lack of headtube extension and the level TT. The bike has a Waterford fork with Henry James crown, while some others have a bi-plane up top. It's a great bike. On Monday, July 6, 2015 at 4:42:53 PM UTC-5, Abcyclehank wrote: > > Is anyo

[RBW] Re: Cambium bartape.

No shellac really required, but took a bit to get it on right as the tape is pretty stiff. Tape is also pretty thin so I would tape a layer of cotton taper before wrapping the cambium tape. On Monday, July 6, 2015 at 6:50:42 PM UTC-4, Lungimsam wrote: > > Anyone have it? Shellaced it? How is it?

[RBW] Re: PSA eBay Riv frame

I am not sure I understand the logic. When there is a double bid from one person it is almost always to increase their max bid and it does not raise their initial bid. I honestly can't think of another reason to do it. Anyone that wants that frame will either bid until they get the highest or

[RBW] Re: Ram as 650 tourer?!?

On Monday, July 6, 2015 at 7:20:19 PM UTC-4, Beardpapa wrote: > > What brakes did you use for the conversion? I switched from 538's to 559's. -- 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: Riding in Greater Muskegon-Newaygo-Grant Michigan Area

What dates are we talking? I'm not too far away from there to join in if it becomes a group thang... Steve, East Lansing, MI On Friday, July 3, 2015 at 11:16:01 AM UTC-4, Call Me Jay wrote: > > Is it worth hauling one of Rivs 14 hours to ride out there? I'm visiting > my in-laws. Any good ri

[RBW] Re: Ram as 650 tourer?!?

FYI - I've covered this in other threads on the topic, but the long reach Tektros would not reach a 650b A23 rim on my orange Ram. The front was fine but the rear wasn't, even if I had filed the slots. I was forced to go with DC 750s (and I ultimately switched back to 700c as I preferred the bi

[RBW] Clementine Believer

Hey Gang, I stopped by Rivelo in Portland for the first time recently. What a great shop with all the bike and camping gear, hatchets, and a entire wall of Bob Dylan albums for sale. It took a minute before I noticed but sitting right next to an orange Cheviot was an orange Clementine. Or maybe

[RBW] Re: Ram as 650 tourer?!?

On Tuesday, July 7, 2015 at 9:41:07 AM UTC-4, Kieran J wrote: > > FYI - I've covered this in other threads on the topic, but the long reach > Tektros would not reach a 650b A23 rim on my orange Ram. The front was fine > but the rear wasn't, even if I had filed the slots. > > I was forced to go wi

[RBW] Re: Riding in Greater Muskegon-Newaygo-Grant Michigan Area

Hi Steve, Looking like Sunday the 12th at earliest and into the next week. Sunday may be best for most, but I can schedule almost anytime later in week. How does Sunday afternoon work for all interested, say 3 pm? I am busy until 2 unfortunately. We can decide a route when a group is formed. Repl

[RBW] Re: Tenkara Erandonee

Not an easier way to carry fishing gear on a bicycle. I lash my tenkara rod to the top tube, everything else goes in pockets or a butt bag. About two minutes from dropping the bike by the water and having my line in the water. Cheers, GAJett On Monday, July 6, 2015 at 9:26:11 AM UTC-7, Deacon

[RBW] Re: I can't get the shifting dialed in

One thought... Are you sure the little black plastic Dia Compe washer under the D ring is mounted correctly (notch in slot)? It's really easy for it to slip out when installing the shifter and trying to hold all the pieces in place while screwing the bolt in. If the washer isn't in right, the sh

[RBW] Re: Cambium bartape.

According to Brooks, it's been given the same water resistant treatment as the saddles, so shouldn't need shellac. I tried it early on, in the natural color. I found it to be exceedingly stiff and hard to wrap. It has no stretch at all, so edges tend to stand proud of the layer underneath. It's

[RBW] Re: WTB: Cromo Albatross bars

I have a set. They are on my bike at the moment, but I've been thinking about switching to bosco bars.. so, I cut about an inch off of each end. otherwise they are great. Is that a deal breaker? If you are still interested let me know, make me an offer? Where are you located? I'm in

[RBW] WTB: Nitto Albatross Alloy

I'm looking for good, used Nitto Albatross Alloy handlebars. Please PM if you have one for sale. Thanks, Steve Cole Arlington, VA -- 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: Clem Smith Jr. Index Shifters

Has anyone tried the Sunrace shifters? I like a good ratcheting mechanism...I assume that's what we are talking about, not a thunk-thunk-thunk like Shimano Barcons. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this

[RBW] San Marcos vs ES

Greetings all, I've been interested in the San Marcos (in 63cm) for a year or so now and a combination of some aggressive pricing and available fundage has me very close to buying one, however, would like to hear from the bunch regarding any comparisons to the Soma ES. The ES is a bit cheaper

[RBW] Re: Clem Smith Jr. Index Shifters

Jim, The wording is this... " - SHIFTERS: SunRace thumbies. They click but aren’t indexed. Go figga... but they’re re- ally good. Metal." On Monday, July 6, 2015 at 3:27:17 PM UTC-4, Cyclofiend Jim wrote: > > The clicking is probably an internal ratchet mechanism. On an indexed >

Re: [RBW] Clementine Believer

Thanks, Aaron. One of the pictures, https://www.flickr.com/photos/sk8_or_die/19449664091/in/album-72157655573779841/ shows the bike's seat lying on the ground. I was at Rivendell WC yesterday, and I got to ride the Clementine with that seat attached. It's really excellent. The brand is Velo;

[RBW] Re: Tenkara Erandonee

That's wonderful to hear, GAJett! I used to fly fish, but the complexity of it has been a barrier since my bludgeoned brain got in the way. The set up arrives tomorrow and I look forward to experiencing how simple fishing can be with just a rod and line and fly. My plan, like you, is to lash the

[RBW] Re: Clem Smith Jr. Index Shifters

Welcome, Doug. I used the Sunrace Thumb Shifters for a while with a set of Bosco bars. They worked great. The only reason I stopped using them is that I prefer bar ends with an Albastache set up. I don't remember any correlation between the click of the shifter and the actual shift of the d

Re: [RBW] San Marcos vs ES

I bought a 51 San Marcos for my girlfriend, and she loves it. The ES and San Marcos are functionally similar. They're both steel, and have sport-touring geometry. But, there are several important differences: SM frame is lugged Prestige (really nice Riv lugs), ES is welded Prestige (main triangl

[RBW] Seattle-to-Portland this weekend?

Any other list members riding the STP next weekend? Pictures prove I've done this before: https://www.flickr.com/photos/awilliams53/7583563786/ Andy -- 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] Re: Riding in Greater Muskegon-Newaygo-Grant Michigan Area

Whoops, not good for me timing-wise. I'm out. Thanks for the consideration though! Steve On Tue, Jul 7, 2015 at 10:27 AM, Palmer wrote: > Hi Steve, > Looking like Sunday the 12th at earliest and into the next week. Sunday may > be best for most, but I can schedule almost anytime later in week

Re: [RBW] What are these handlebars on Hunq (BLUG CONTENT!)

me and you both - really dig mine On Tuesday, July 7, 2015 at 12:56:31 AM UTC-5, Michael Williams wrote: > > Hey group, that is my Hunq. The bars are the Ahearne MAP bars in the > slightly wider(61.5cm) version. Theyre awesome, but i wish they accepted > BE shifters. As for the saddle til

Re: [RBW] Re: I can't get the shifting dialed in

Had a similar thing with the pulleys on the der needing a good cleaning and re-lube On Fri, Jul 3, 2015 at 10:50 AM, Deacon Patrick wrote: > Have you tried swapping the top and bottom pulley of your RD? THat solved > my 9 speed ghosting issues. SOmething about one pulley having more play > then

[RBW] Not all that glitters is gold...

And so the beautiful summer of San Francisco is upon us... Meaning foggy, cold and wet. PERect time to go on an overnight in the headlands. Good buddies Tony and Bridgette make their way up from the Peninsula to do a quick easy overnight with thoughts of epic shred session afterwords. With

[RBW] Re: Cambium bartape.

Also found, that brown newbaums cotton tape with amber shellac matches the rust cambium saddles. not sure about the others. -- 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, se

Re: [RBW] Rivet review?

[RBW] WTT - New Selle Anatomica for older

I have a brand new and un-used Selle Anatomica saddle that I'd like to trade for a slightly older one in very good or equally un-used condition. Mine is black watershed leather, with black rivets. I'll consider any color other than mahogany, but would much prefer the same black or perhaps a

Re: [RBW] Re: Clem Smith Jr. Index Shifters

My wife has them on her Glorius. Compared to Shimano 9 speed bar ends, the detents are chunkier (takes more effort to switch between) and they're just a hair off. She sometimes needs to overshift than back it into the correct gear. But they're 90% there. https://www.flickr.com/photos/cyclotourist/1

Re: [RBW] Re: Clem Smith Jr. Index Shifters

Oops, these are the nine speed indexed shifters, not the friction ones. Sorry. On Tue, Jul 7, 2015 at 10:39 AM, cyclotourist wrote: > My wife has them on her Glorius. Compared to Shimano 9 speed bar ends, > the detents are chunkier (takes more effort to switch between) and > they're just a hair o

Re: [RBW] Clementine Believer

Jim: Let us know if you find a source for that seat. dougP On Tuesday, July 7, 2015 at 8:11:50 AM UTC-7, James Warren wrote: > > > Thanks, Aaron. > > One of the pictures, > > > https://www.flickr.com/photos/sk8_or_die/19449664091/in/album-72157655573779841/ > > shows the bike's seat lying on t

Re: [RBW] Not all that glitters is gold...

Ha!Manny you are the best my friend! What was my quote? ' the trails will always be there'?? Sent from my iPhone > On Jul 7, 2015, at 9:34 AM, Manuel Acosta > wrote: > > And so the beautiful summer of San Francisco is upon us... > Meaning foggy, cold and wet. PERect time to go on

Re: [RBW] Rivet review?

Well, good news - now that I've muddled up this Rivet thread: I finally spoke with Selle Anatomica. Turns out I wasn't the only one frustrated, and they now offer a base with longer rails. It isn't listed, and it isn't standard, but at least its available. Also, Carol - Tom's sister - is s

[RBW] Re: Clementine Believer

Other impressions that have come to mind: - I liked the cheap-o retr-o plastic grips, but I think without gloves my hands would get sticky sweaty on long rides with them. - I can't comment on the seat. The binder bolt broke while adjusting it for the test ride which ended up being all-standing an

[RBW] Re: Rivet review?

I put 35 miles on my Rivet Indy on my go-fast last weekend. I have actually been playing so much with my new upright, I hadn't even ridden the bike in 5 months. So this is fresh. Now a year and month old, I replaced a stretchy SA with the Indy. The Indy hit its stretch limit for me in a cou

[RBW] Re: Clem Smith Jr. Index Shifters

I've been told the Sunrace is the same as the Microshift (though a big difference in the cosmetics). My daughter has been riding 9-speed index Microshift bar ends for 3 years without a hitch. I build my upright this winter with Microshift thumbies 9-speed index on compact double (and rarely s

[RBW] FS: mustache cockpit-nitto bars/dirt drop, shimano bar ends/levers

selling a mustache cockpit, hopefully, as a single item. just plug it in and go. nitto mustache nitto dirt drop 8cm shimano tiagra aero levers via riv shimano bar end shifters newbaums wrap (i think it was yellow), amber shellacked and twined even the cable housing everything is in very good

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: Paul Racers, Paul brake levers, TRP Levers, Various Nitto stems and handlebars!

Last minute price drop/ fire sale! I'm shipping stuff out tomorrow morning, so I'm lowering the price on the Paul Racer Centerpull brakes (center mount version) to $150 shipped! Half price, and I'll include the Moon Unit straddle hangers FOR FREE! Both Nitto drop bars are still available. Deci

[RBW] Re: Clementine Believer

Other impressions that have come to mind: - I liked the cheap-o retr-o plastic grips, but I think without gloves my hands would get sticky sweaty on long rides with them. - I can't comment on the seat. The binder bolt broke while adjusting it for the test ride which ended up being all-standing an

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: Paul Racers, Paul brake levers, TRP Levers, Various Nitto stems and handlebars!

That was quick! Racer brakes, moon units, and cable hangers/stops are spoken for. 46cm Noodles still available. 52cm Dirt Drops (RM-013) are still available. Avery -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this

[RBW] Re: Clementine Believer

I really like the black Clemintine, the one pictured on the Blug is luscious. But I admit, I am scared of the swoop down top tube. It just seems so mechanically not well thought out. A mixte has a much better design for dealing with frame stresses, that seems like a reasonable frame. But th

[RBW] Re: Clementine Believer

i was wondering that myself, but I'd add "Comfortably and within a reasonable time":p On Tuesday, July 7, 2015 at 2:34:19 PM UTC-7, Wayne Naha wrote: > > Could one do a century on such a bike? > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" gro

[RBW] Re: Clementine Believer

On Tuesday, July 7, 2015 at 2:34:19 PM UTC-7, Wayne Naha wrote: > > I really like the black Clemintine, the one pictured on the Blug is > luscious. But I admit, I am scared of the swoop down top tube. It just > seems so mechanically not well thought out. A mixte has a much better > design fo

[RBW] Re: Clementine Believer

they do have a beefier feel than most step thru bikes ive come in contact with, but i agree that the innate nature of the design makes me wonder a little. (the cable routing would bother me more though.) But then again, i see swoop tube bikes that are like 50 years old every once in a while and

[RBW] Didn't see that coming... Segmented Cast Fork Crown on BLUG

When they teased a while back, I had no idea what part it would be, but didn't dream of this beauty... http://rivbike.tumblr.com -- 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 i

[RBW] Re: Didn't see that coming... Segmented Cast Fork Crown on BLUG

that is a really cool crown. And, I've never wanted a cycling cap before but that brown Clem cap is pretty cool. Still too small for my huge noggin tho I'm sure. Dan So. Wis. On Tuesday, July 7, 2015 at 5:52:18 PM UTC-5, EGNolan wrote: > > When they teased a while back, I had no idea what par

Re: [RBW] Re: Clementine Believer

The Riv spectrum certainly includes bikes not intended for centuries or full touring. So I'd guess that trading off those things to make the Clementine practical and fun were part of the design. I rode it yesterday; it rides really nice. I could easily see it for afternoon fun rides that make y

Re: [RBW] Re: Clementine Believer

I agree with Drew - the Clementine I rode seemed a lot beefier than even the Cheviot. I wouldn't be afraid to tour a bit on the Cheviot that I bought for my wife. In fact, recently we loaded it up with rear panniers (lightly loaded, to be fair), medium saddle bag, and the Wald basket up front and

Re: [RBW] Re: Clementine Believer

I would not hesitate to dirt tour on my Cheviot. It is the 60cm version and can fit 50mm tires. Not talking fat bike style expedition touring, but gravel roads and bay area type single track should not pose a problem. Of course all a matter of how much you carry and how well you pick your lines

Re: [RBW] Re: Clementine Believer

My 'Viut with bullmoose boscos and rock 'n road tires handled local single track very well this past weekend. Not as well as the Jones, but not that far off either. Was able to clean all the usual technicalities and made it up the steepest inclines. On the road is wonderful too. I feel like it i

[RBW] Re: Didn't see that coming... Segmented Cast Fork Crown on BLUG

Any ideas? To me, it screams true mountain bike. Could RBW be planning a true 29'er? On Tuesday, July 7, 2015 at 5:52:18 PM UTC-5, EGNolan wrote: > > When they teased a while back, I had no idea what part it would be, but > didn't dream of this beauty... http://rivbike.tumblr.com > -- You

Re: [RBW] Re: Clementine Believer

I didn't say it as directly, but I agree with you about the trail riding, Aaron. Perfect use for sure. (And strangely enough, another thing that makes it far superior to so many cheap mixtes is that it has a great fork as opposed to their lousy springy forks.) On Jul 7, 2015, at 4:44 PM, A

[RBW] Re: Didn't see that coming... Segmented Cast Fork Crown on BLUG

Might this be a part of the H. Buffalo project, mentioned in passing in previous Blug posts but not yet described in detail? The references of which I'm aware are here and here

Re: [RBW] Re: Clementine Believer

Yes, I think the Hunqa-fork coupled with those crazy chainstays makes the bike. Aaron Young The Dalles, OR On Tue, Jul 7, 2015 at 4:57 PM, James Warren wrote: > > I didn't say it as directly, but I agree with you about the trail riding, > Aaron. Perfect use for sure. (And strangely enough, anot

[RBW] Re: Didn't see that coming... Segmented Cast Fork Crown on BLUG

That crown is gorgeous. That might be my favorite fork crown ever. On Tuesday, July 7, 2015 at 3:52:18 PM UTC-7, EGNolan wrote: > > When they teased a while back, I had no idea what part it would be, but > didn't dream of this beauty... http://rivbike.tumblr.com > -- You received this messag

Re: [RBW] Didn't see that coming... Segmented Cast Fork Crown on BLUG

Similar to the Late Fat Chance crown http://fatchance.bike/wp-content/uploads/Yo-Eddy-Fork-Blog4.jpg Steve On Tuesday, July 7, 2015, Bill Lindsay wrote: > That crown is gorgeous. That might be my favorite fork crown ever. > > On Tuesday, July 7, 2015 at 3:52:18 PM UTC-7, EGNolan wrote: >> >>

Re: [RBW] Didn't see that coming... Segmented Cast Fork Crown on BLUG

Yes, the segmented fork crown style has been a thing for a while, but I'd never seen a cast crown in that segmented shape. On Tuesday, July 7, 2015 at 5:35:23 PM UTC-7, Steven Sweedler wrote: > > Similar to the Late Fat Chance crown > > http://fatchance.bike/wp-content/uploads/Yo-Eddy-Fork-Blo

Re: [RBW] Didn't see that coming... Segmented Cast Fork Crown on BLUG

Henry James crown has a slightly segmented look. It being narrower makes it less pronounced. http://www.henryjames.com/media/catalog/product/cache/1/small_image/17f82f742ffe127f42dca9de82fb58b1/f/c/fc-ledge.jpg Clayton Scott SF, CA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the

[RBW] Re: Didn't see that coming... Segmented Cast Fork Crown on BLUG

I agree. To my eyes, the arrows and knob like detail on the top of the crown are a play on an MTB suspension fork. Very clever. -- 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 i

[RBW] Re: Didn't see that coming... Segmented Cast Fork Crown on BLUG

guess ill start saving upagain > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group,

Re: [RBW] Rivet review?

That's gratifying to hear. I've been riding SA-As for six years, and I'm still a little disoriented by the Great Saddle Shortening of 2013, when the original design dropped 25mm (330 to 305), and then lost length again in 2014 (305 to 285). I was used to that long nose; now it's sized like a Br

[RBW] Question about Imperial saddles

Brooks leather saddles develop butt bone spot detents, yet the middle part of the saddle stays at original height. Like this (This is Tony D.'s saddle): https://www.flickr.com/photos/70237737@N00/11608474323/in/album-72157639124322684/ Brooks Imperial saddles have a lengthwise cutout. When the

[RBW] Re: Seattle-to-Portland this weekend?

Greetings, I'll be there on my sliver/orange Rivendell . My bro's bailed out this summer so I'm soloing and planning on doing it in one day. Plan on leaving early, getting in as many miles as possible before it gets hot, th

[RBW] Re: Question about Imperial saddles

> > https://www.flickr.com/photos/mannyacosta/16949009642/in/photolist-rPJ75b > Its not as much as one without the cutout. But its not noticable. I so far like the cambium carved is pretty good substitute -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW O

[RBW] Re: Didn't see that coming... Segmented Cast Fork Crown on BLUG

I really like that brownish bullmoose handlebar, in the photo with the brownish shopsack On Tuesday, July 7, 2015 at 7:03:42 PM UTC-7, drew wrote: > > guess ill start saving upagain > >> -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group.

[RBW] Re: Didn't see that coming... Segmented Cast Fork Crown on BLUG

Dan FYI. I wear a 7-3/4 fitted baseball cap. I usually run a Riv cycling cap under a helmet and the latest RBW caps from Pace are close to being too big. So maybe your Crenshaw Melon can fit in there? On Tuesday, July 7, 2015 at 4:23:29 PM UTC-7, Dan wrote: > > that is a really cool crown.

[RBW] Re: FS: mustache cockpit-nitto bars/dirt drop, shimano bar ends/levers

photos now HERE -- 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+unsub

[RBW] Re: Didn't see that coming... Segmented Cast Fork Crown on BLUG

The crown is sweet, and I'm diggin' the brown-with-green on the ShopSack. I just ordered the same color in a Bar Tube... http://www.rivbike.com/product-p/bavbt-db.htm ...for my black-with-huge-white-letters Bike Friday. Somewhere on the Blug it was said that this should work well with the new b