[RBW] Re FS: Heron Touring, very nice SOLD

Yep. Found a new life with a lady in Switzerland and is on it´s way to a new home. Olof Stroh Uppsala Sweden -- 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 em

[RBW] Re: Homer goes to France to ride Paris Brest Paris - a ride report

Fantastic! Thank you for the vicarious chance to ride your front bag! With abandon, Patrick On Monday, August 31, 2015 at 3:35:28 PM UTC-6, Iron Rider wrote: > > > For those who may be interested: > > > http://eprider.blogspot.com/2015/08/living-dream-one-account-of-paris-brest.html > > -- You

[RBW] Re: A pair of Paul Motolites for sale.

pmed On Monday, August 31, 2015 at 3:13:24 PM UTC-4, RJM wrote: > > I have a set of Paul Component Engineering Motolite brakes, silver in > color, for sale. One is new in the package and one I took out of the > package and mounted it to my Sam Hillborne just to see how aesthetically > pleasing

[RBW] Re: Next Bomba Tire

FWIW in addition to this , Schwalbe has a bunch of new tires for 2016. http://www.schwalbe.com/en/tour.html http://www.schwalbe.com/en/road.html http://www.schwalbe.com/en/offroad.html They are bringing back the Marathon Cross too, in 26x1.75, 650Bx42 and 700x38 . And the Big One . 700 and

Re: [RBW] Re: Chauncey-modified 2003 Curt

Thanks. The Ortliebs are red, too. I do need fenders but will chance today's predicted 50% chance of rain. On Mon, Aug 31, 2015 at 11:38 PM, Philip Williamson < philip.william...@gmail.com> wrote: > Oh I'm impressed. Aside from the nice mods, the bartape and Banzer bag are > pretty sweet. > The u

[RBW] Re: Dessert under the eaves - Rivelo PDX - Thursday

We'll be there! On Monday, August 31, 2015 at 3:07:13 PM UTC-7, Andy Smitty Schmidt wrote: > > It’s a simple plan… > > Vegan dessert cooked in a dutch oven > > Thursday (9/3) > > Rivelo - 401 SE Caruthers, Portland, OR > > Dishing up sweetness about 6pm. > > Feel free to come early while the

[RBW] Re: Childrens' bikes

Linus also has some decent looking kids bikes. http://www.linusbike.com/collections/bikes-kids. My Son and Daughter will be ready to roll on 20's next summer. On Monday, August 31, 2015 at 1:38:08 PM UTC-4, Pudge wrote: > > There was a thread a while back about kids' bikes. A close friend is >

[RBW] Re: Childrens' bikes

I'm so mad that I never thought of those Linus bikes. I just bought a Giant 20incher for my 1st grader to commute to school. It's a great bike, but wouldn't we have been a darling pair on my Riv Betty Foy and his Linus roadster? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the G

Re: [RBW] Re: Country Bike Rally in Michigan 2015

Based on the replies I have had, I reserved two campsites at Yankee Springs for the weekend of 9/25-27. One is reserved for Sunday as well in case anybody besides me needs to stay an extra day. There are 5 of us camping for sure with a couple more possible. The campsites can accommodate one

[RBW] Re: Childrens' bikes

If you want to accommodate a child long term, a disc brake bike like a Surly Straggler or Fairdale Weekender are an option. I know both of these work well with 26" wheels through 700c & the smalls are pretty dang small. My nearly seven year old rides a Giant Awesome 24" mountain bike, but the F

[RBW] Classic Bike Show + Swap Meet in Frederick MD @ Gravel & Grind, Sept 27th

Hey gang, We’re holding a low key bike swap and classic bike show at Gravel & Grind (Riv’s newest east coast dealer) at the end of September. Here’s the gist: *What: *Classic Bike Show and Bike Swap + Gravel & Grind yard sale with tons (25+) of old frames and incomplete bikes, new and

[RBW] Re: A pair of Paul Motolites for sale.

Sent one back to you, Philthanks. On Tuesday, September 1, 2015 at 7:34:57 AM UTC-5, Philip Kim wrote: > pmed > > On Monday, August 31, 2015 at 3:13:24 PM UTC-4, RJM wrote: >> >> I have a set of Paul Component Engineering Motolite brakes, silver in >> color, for sale. One is new in the p

Re: [RBW] Re: mid-Virginia overnighter

I recall your trip Tony! You've come a long way! (and many nice bikes) I wish I was technological enough to furnish you with files from the ride, but alas, I still use (and enjoy) paper maps. The state sells a compete set of county maps for $35, shipped! Where a ride may cross county lines, I

Re: [RBW] Re: mid-Virginia overnighter

Your son would enjoy it Ryan! The bridge is spectacular of course, but is only a 7-mile round trip from Farmville. The rest of the 31-mile trail is only moderately interesting, since it does not follow a river like most rail trails do. But, being new to that kind of thing, he won't care. The tra

Re: [RBW] Re: mid-Virginia overnighter

Paul, I didn't know about the VA County map option, that is awesome! I love paper maps myself, not as handy for sharing things online but very satisfying in the hand. I like that you do the paper print outs for your trips. I actually did the same for my Harpers Ferry by tandem ride this past Jul

[RBW] Re: A pair of Paul Motolites for sale.

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

[RBW] Re: Classic Bike Show + Swap Meet in Frederick MD @ Gravel & Grind, Sept 27th

Sounds like a fun day. I'm going to try and convince my wife... we've got a wedding in Winchester the day before so we could easily divert through Frederick on the way home. Gravel and Grind is on my hit list for visiting anyway. Any other local-lister's thinking about attending? -- You rec

[RBW] FS: '83/'84 Specialized Sequoia Frameset 60x57.5: $275

I'm losing my free offsite storage soon, so I need to free up some hooks here at home. Up on the block here is an '83/'84 Specialized Sequoia frameset, $275 shipped via BikeFlights to the lower 48. Structurally solid, looks to have relatively low mileage but has some paint issues from sweat/sto

Re: [RBW] Re: mid-Virginia overnighter

Tony, I owe all of my "pathfinding" skills to friend, Meade Anderson, who used to put on an annual "joint" Richmond area - No. Va. I-BOB ride around Guinea Station & Ladysmith, off I-95. (I first met Joan Oppel and Steve Palinscar then.) Yes, the Va. Bicycling map is nice, but does not hold

[RBW] Re: Dessert under the eaves - Rivelo PDX - Thursday

Damn. PDX Rivendell ride? Sounds dope. Now all you need is a cool flyer. With On Tuesday, September 1, 2015 at 6:20:16 AM UTC-7, John A. Bennett wrote: > > We'll be there! > > > > On Monday, August 31, 2015 at 3:07:13 PM UTC-7, Andy Smitty Schmidt wrote: >> >> It’s a simple plan… >> >> Vegan d

[RBW] For Sale - 48cm Rivendell Sam Hillborne. Orange with canti posts

I'm selling my 48cm Sam Hillborne and figured I'd offer it up to the list first. I was thinking I could either sell this as a frameset with the seatpost and headset or just the complete bike. Frameset $800 shipped to you in CONUS. complete bike for $1600 Here are the details - 48cm Ora

[RBW] Re: Possible FS: 51cm Sam Hillborne (blue)

There's a lot of hillbornes for sale on the list these days! I found a blemish on the downtube, its not deep enough of a scratch to cut through the paint, rather a small scuff the size of a dime that just looks like some roughed up blue paint. $2k for complete minus saddle. Any takers? On Mon

Re: [RBW] Re: Almost OT, Mini Moto vs Neo Retro

I can also lift my rear wheel off the ground on my CX bike with neo-retros, though it takes some doing. I have a high straddle cable for mud clearance and optimal straddle cable angle. The touring cant's have a lower straddle, same brake pads on both sets. I've always found the touring canti's to s

[RBW] Homer goes to France to ride Paris Brest Paris - a ride report

Great description but how do you ride, do controls, eat and sleep and still get the pics? -- 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+u

[RBW] What is that minimalist chain watcher on the 60cm Cheviut?

On the Riv-site there's a 1x9 Cheviot complete: LINK On photo 5 of 7, there's a really cute minimalist chain bumper. Does anyone recognize that product? It's a race, because I'll email Mark. -- You received this message because you are subscr

[RBW] Classic Bike Show + Swap Meet in Frederick MD @ Gravel & Grind, Sept 27th

I plan to attend, and if possible, I'll display my Bleriot. Sounds like fun! -- 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...@go

[RBW] Re: Homer goes to France to ride Paris Brest Paris - a ride report

How did you get some of those photos?! Precarious riding or good camera mount? If it's the camera mount... what is it and where can I get one? Great write up. Read it on the train last night and it prompted me to take the long way home on the bike. John On Tuesday, September 1, 2015 at 11:11

[RBW] Re: What is that minimalist chain watcher on the 60cm Cheviut?

Mark won. It's an N-Gear Jumpstop LINK On Tuesday, September 1, 2015 at 11:13:43 AM UTC-7, Bill Lindsay wrote: > > On the Riv-site there's a 1x9 Cheviot complete: > > LINK > > On photo 5 of 7, there's a really cute mi

[RBW] Re: hatchets

I have a nice woodshop in the garage and no *need* for a hatchet but still feel the draw and appeal. There is just something great about the experience of owning and using finely crafted tools. Slightly off-topic... I've owned a Sven Saw like the ones at Riv for 25+ years and it was always on

[RBW] Re: What is that minimalist chain watcher on the 60cm Cheviut?

I have one does the job, easy to setup, and the price is right. -- 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] Next Bomba Tire

I'm so glad I didn't do this math when I bought mine. More importantly, I'm glad my wife didn't. I love my Barlow Pass Extralights! At least I'm putting a lot more miles on the bike than my truck these days. John On Sunday, August 30, 2015 at 8:44:17 PM UTC-7, Jim Bronson wrote: > > I love

[RBW] Re: Dessert under the eaves - Rivelo PDX - Thursday

No ride, except to and from. Mostly just eating in the parking lot. On Tuesday, September 1, 2015 at 9:38:45 AM UTC-7, Manuel Acosta wrote: > > Damn. PDX Rivendell ride? > > Sounds dope. Now all you need is a cool flyer. With > > On Tuesday, September 1, 2015 at 6:20:16 AM UTC-7, John A. Benne

[RBW] Purple for a Riv?

As soon as I sell a bunch of stuff I'm ordering another Roadeo...(yes, that will make two. I hav big plans ;) ). I'm debating in my head about the color choice. My current one is a Rambouillet orange and it is sweet looking. I was thinking of some shade of purple for the next one but really ha

Re: [RBW] Next Bomba Tire

Hey Hudson, Did you get fenders to fit over the Burts or are you just going without? Best, joe in pdx On Mon, Aug 31, 2015 at 5:06 PM, 'Hudson Doerge' via RBW Owners Bunch < rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com> wrote: > Plus one on the thunder burt recommendation. Love em. Replaced compass > baby

[RBW] Re: Purple for a Riv?

On Tuesday, September 1, 2015 at 11:51:36 AM UTC-7, RJM wrote: > > As soon as I sell a bunch of stuff I'm ordering another Roadeo...(yes, > that will make two. I hav big plans ;) ). I'm debating in my head about > the color choice. My current one is a Rambouillet orange and it is sweet > looki

RE: [RBW] Re: Purple for a Riv?

Methinks a purple one with cream (including cream fenders) could look terrific. And you can probably trust Riv with finding the right shade of purple. Go for it. Olof Stroh Uppsala Sweden From: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com [mailto:rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Bre

[RBW] Re: Purple for a Riv?

On Tuesday, September 1, 2015 at 11:51:36 AM UTC-7, RJM wrote: > > What do you all think about that color? > Now that I bring it up, what are your favorite colors for Rivs? > Who cares what we think? If you like it, go for it. There's a pink Legolas in my neighborhood, speaking of uncommon Riv

RE: [RBW] Re: Purple for a Riv?

1992 and 1994 b'stone rb-2 models had a purple in their line-up-check the catalogs Shark Tank’s Huge Idea Warren Buffett is worried, but you can profit. Click here. http://thirdpartyoffers.juno.com/TGL3131/55e5fc60971997c60214fst03duc

[RBW] Re: What is that minimalist chain watcher on the 60cm Cheviut?

My GF has one on her Trek 620 1x9. Works great. KJ On Tuesday, September 1, 2015 at 2:13:43 PM UTC-4, Bill Lindsay wrote: > > On the Riv-site there's a 1x9 Cheviot complete: > > LINK > > On photo 5 of 7, there's a really cute minimalist chain bumper

Re: [RBW] Re: Purple for a Riv?

There is a purple atlantis floating around on the internet somewhere if I recall correctly On Tuesday, September 1, 2015 at 2:29:00 PM UTC-5, mike goldman wrote: > > 1992 and 1994 b'stone rb-2 models had a purple in their line-up-check the > catalogs > __

Re: [RBW] Re: Purple for a Riv?

and On Tuesday, September 1, 2015 at 2:40:19 PM UTC-5, Mark Reimer wrote: > > There is a purple atlantis floatin

[RBW] Re: Purple for a Riv?

Go to the staff bikes on the Riv site, check Rich's deep blue (almost purple) custom. It's a show stopper color-wise. Will On Tuesday, September 1, 2015 at 1:51:36 PM UTC-5, RJM wrote: > > As soon as I sell a bunch of stuff I'm ordering another Roadeo...(yes, > that will make two. I hav big pl

[RBW] Re: Next Bomba Tire

I'm glad you posted this because I'm currently researching my first set of new tires for my recently purchased Karate Monkey. The Schwalbe Big One fits the bill perfectly and the blue Schwalbe logo even goes with my blue bike! On Tuesday, September 1, 2015 at 7:53:08 AM UTC-5, Garth wrote:

[RBW] Re: Purple for a Riv?

I've seen the spread from lilac to royal purple, but I've yet to see what I'd want, Gloaming Purple (from the color pallet of the sky 60-90 minutes prior to sunrise through to sunrise.), which seems a bit like the color you're describing. The color is hard to capture 9at least with my iPhone, b

RE: [RBW] Re: Purple for a Riv?

There's a purple Saluki somewhere, too. In VA, maybe? From: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com [mailto:rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Mark Reimer Sent: Tuesday, September 01, 2015 3:40 PM To: RBW Owners Bunch Subject: Re: [RBW] Re: Purple for a Riv? There is a purple atlantis fl

RE: [RBW] Re: Purple for a Riv?

Here it is – belonged to Tony D. https://www.flickr.com/photos/tonydefilippo/13368572203/in/photolist-mnkqLc-mnmDr1-mnmDbS-mnjHN2-mnjHpX-nsP5Md-qFwcWr-qFwczV-3yp4Ah-qFnww1-4c5Q8Y-67gtVm-4c5QqL-3yiYgp-3asenu-mnkqYX-LSi7f-85MHm8-4tT8b6-4c5PS1 I think he flipped it to somebody for a more conventi

Re: [RBW] Re: Purple for a Riv?

Samuel L Jackson would request a purple Rivendell. -- 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

[RBW] Re: Purple for a Riv?

This one. If it's purple it would have to be this shade: On Tuesday, September 1, 2015 at 1:51:36 PM UTC-5, RJM wrote: > > As soon as I sell a bunch of stuff I'm ordering anot

[RBW] Re: Classic Bike Show + Swap Meet in Frederick MD @ Gravel & Grind, Sept 27th

Cool - have been looking for an excuse to check out the shop for a while. Anyone else interested in riding up from DC? On a related matter, anyone have a good route to Fredrick from DC? -Dan, DC (duh) -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunc

[RBW] Re: Purple for a Riv?

Anne Paulson has a Purple Atlantis. https://www.flickr.com/photos/45758191@N04/7274186958/ I'm considering a dusty purple powdercoat for one of my project bikes. Google RAL4001, RAL4005 and RAL4009 for a few of my finalists. On Tuesday, September 1, 2015 at 11:51:36 AM UTC-7, RJM wrote: >

[RBW] Re: Purple for a Riv?

Man, nice bike...great color too. On Tuesday, September 1, 2015 at 3:52:42 PM UTC-5, George Schick wrote: > > > > This one. If it's purple it would have to be this shade: > > > >

[RBW] Re: Purple for a Riv?

Yeah, that is more the color shade I am leaning towards over the purple Saluki that has been posted (even though that is a cool color too.) The Saluki is a little louder than this one. I like these kind of internal debates and obsessionsmakes the work day go by so much quicker. On Tuesda

[RBW] Homer goes to France to ride Paris Brest Paris - a ride report

I take pictures with a Panasonic lumix point and shoot camera while riding. After 5 years of practice I kind know where and how to point the camera to get a shot. The rest is figuring out which shots to share. Take lots of pictures but only share the good ones. -- You received this message bec

[RBW] Re: Fender front flap: how close to the ground I is still safe?

In Jan Heine's blog, he states that the front mud flap should be within 2" to the ground for maximum protection of spray to the drivetrain and feet. I don't know how safe it would be or otherwise but it apparently works well for him. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to t

Re: [RBW] Re: Almost OT, Mini Moto vs Neo Retro

Mark, as I wrote in my last post, I never dispute someones personal experience. If you feel you are getting better braking out of the low profile brake, stay with it. I don't have the energy now to wade through the mathematics of the first article you linked, but the second one clearly makes m

[RBW] Re: Purple for a Riv?

My previous purple bike was a custom Davidson https://www.flickr.com/photos/45758191@N04/5466031572/ On Tuesday, September 1, 2015 at 2:37:12 PM UTC-7, RJM wrote: > > Yeah, that is more the color shade I am leaning towards over the purple > Saluki that has been posted (even though that is a cool

Re: [RBW] Re: Almost OT, Mini Moto vs Neo Retro

On 09/01/2015 06:09 PM, Michael Hechmer wrote: I have ver little experience with V brakes, but as long as they don't crowd the fender I can't see why they wouldn't work as well as traditional cantis. Don't most V brakes have a cable pull incompatibility with road bike brake levers and integ

[RBW] please let me join Rivendell Owners Bunch group on Facebook

This is for Jim Edgar. Sorry I don't know how to reach you directly. I tried to message you on Facebook. I requested to join the Facebook group for Rivendell Owners. I am not a bot. I am a living, breathing (panting, wheezing) human being RIvendell bicycle owner (currently Hillborne and Roadeo)

Re: [RBW] Homer goes to France to ride Paris Brest Paris - a ride report

He's right. The art of photography is more all about what to look for than it is about equipment. All the more kudos, though, for being able to take such lovely photos (and remember the stories!) on such a long and grueling ride. -E. On Tue, Sep 1, 2015 at 5:37 PM, Iron Rider <1000...@gmail.com

Re: [RBW] Purple for a Riv?

I love purple for bikes, and while the photo is of my Bridgestone as opposed to a Rivendell, the photo shows the type of purple that I like:https://www.flickr.com/photos/46035786@N07/20883216138/in/dateposted-public/My '91 MB-4 (originally red) has a Ritchey frame but it had no Ritchey Logic fork w

[RBW] Re: Purple for a Riv?

Here's a purple Rivendell Road bike http://cyclofiend.com/Images/rbw/pdf/original_purple.pdf On Tuesday, September 1, 2015 at 2:51:36 PM UTC-4, RJM wrote: > > As soon as I sell a bunch of stuff I'm ordering another Roadeo...(yes, > that will make two. I hav big plans ;) ). I'm debating in my

Re: [RBW] Re: Purple for a Riv?

if it's good enough for Samuel L. Jackson it's good enough for me. I'd love a purple bike... and this shade is just perfect https://www.flickr.com/photos/22538785@N05/17017389477/in/faves-37347002@N05/ ~mike Carlsbad Ca. On Tuesday, September 1, 2015 at 1:13:59 PM UTC-7, cyclot...@gmail.com

[RBW] Re: FS: '83/'84 Specialized Sequoia Frameset 60x57.5: $275

SOLD---thanks to all! On Tuesday, September 1, 2015 at 12:10:13 PM UTC-4, Paul Brodek wrote: > > I'm losing my free offsite storage soon, so I need to free up some hooks > here at home. Up on the block here is an '83/'84 Specialized Sequoia > frameset, $275 shipped via BikeFlights to the lower 4

Re: [RBW] Re: A pair of Paul Motolites for sale.

Would love to see either the silver or black on your canti-Sam! =- Joe Bunik Walnut Creek CA On 9/1/15, RJM wrote: > These are sold. > > Thanks > > > > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups > "RBW Owners Bunch" group. > To unsubscribe from this group and

[RBW] Re: Classic Bike Show + Swap Meet in Frederick MD @ Gravel & Grind, Sept 27th

Dan, Take the canal up till the Monocacy Aquaduct then: Monocacy Bottom Road to Mt Ephriam to Park Mills to Lily Pons to New Design. Follow New Design north until you hit the city. Mostly low traffic or shouldered. Mt Ephriam has a good dirt bit, and if you wanna extend it, take in Peters

[RBW] Re: Purple for a Riv?

That was the bike she rode to last summer's Entmoot. It's a really deep, rich color, and the creme accents really pop, as you can see from the HT. It's tasteful without being flashy. dougP On Tuesday, September 1, 2015 at 2:28:29 PM UTC-7, Bill Lindsay wrote: > > Anne Paulson has a Purple A

Re: [RBW] Re: Fender front flap: how close to the ground I is still safe?

I've had mudflaps easily within 1" of the ground. Mine were flexible, so no harm done if they grounded. That said, as long as the fender/flap keeps spray from the bb area, it's long enough; and I've found that ~3" above the ground works on my bikes. On Tue, Sep 1, 2015 at 3:38 PM, Paul G wrote:

Re: [RBW] Re: A pair of Paul Motolites for sale.

It's currently sporting black Shimano XT v-brakes and I dont know if I took any pictures of the bike with the black motolites...I'll have to check the photo archive. They are good looking brakes, IMHO. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bun

[RBW] Speak to me about front loading and rear loading

Chauncey Matthews built me a pair of nice front lowriders, and I used them today with about 9 lb distributed across both sides. This slowed the steering noticeably but not annoyingly; but I daresay that adding 10 more lb a side would do something to the steering I don't like. Steve, at the bike sh

Re: [RBW] Re: Almost OT, Mini Moto vs Neo Retro

> Don't most V brakes have a cable pull incompatibility with road bike > brake levers and integrated brake/shift levers like SIS, DoubleTap & Ergo? Many do not work well with modern road bike levers.* Certainly the Motolites would prove touchy. Mini-Moto's and the TRP Mini-Vs do work. *Just

[RBW] Re: Speak to me about front loading and rear loading

Patrick Is the "Soma radonneur" you refer to wrt Steve, the Grand Radonneur?? If so, it has low trial (29 mm) while the Rivs have probably 55 to 65 mm of trail. On the Soma GR, 70%of the weight in the front would make sense. Bike Touring News posted this article about loading low trail (Gill

Re: [RBW] Re: Speak to me about front loading and rear loading

John: yes, just looked up the Soma bike and it is indeed the low trail "Grand Randonneur." I wonder just how much up front on my Petersenian custom is ideal. I suppose I can always do the experimental work myself. Still, I'd like to hear from others about their front/rear divide opinions -- I know

[RBW] Re: Possible FS: 51cm Sam Hillborne (blue)

You stated "Purchased February 2016. 400 miles of mixed terrain." Do you mean 2015 or is this a Back To The Future. John Hawrylak Woodstown NJ -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiv

[RBW] Both Riv's in Action Today

I've been quite pleased in the past when I manage to get on all of my ride able bikes in a given week. Today I managed to get significant, purposeful use out of both my Riv's and it feels even better. I'm full of admiration for how well these bikes perform, and I feel self-affirmed in the mann

[RBW] Re: Speak to me about front loading and rear loading

Patrick Here is the link to the Bike Touring News article, I forgot to copy it in the 1st post http://biketouringnews.com/bike-touring-tips/how-to-load-a-touring-bike/ John Hawrylak Woodstown NJ -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch"

Re: [RBW] Re: Speak to me about front loading and rear loading

Thanks, John. This confirms my suspicion and prejudice that on the '03 the fronts should be used (1) only for light (sub 20 lb for both sides) loads, and (2) for overflow from the main rear load. I will continue to experiment. Anecdote: a few years ago, when I owned a Sam Hill (56, single tt, can

Re: [RBW] Homer goes to France to ride Paris Brest Paris - a ride report

Congratulations, and thanks for this descriptively (objects and subject) fine report. What is French pizza like? I recall Quebec (Ville de) pizza 30+ years ago: rather bland. On Mon, Aug 31, 2015 at 3:35 PM, Iron Rider <1000...@gmail.com> wrote: > > For those who may be interested: > > > http://

Re: [RBW] Purple for a Riv?

The sparkly purple of the old Bridgestones is my all time favorite bike paint color and will be my first choice for when I get a repaint on any of my Riv's. I think I will go solid (not contrasting cream) head tube though. -Aaron "Big Fan of Purple" Young The Dalles, OR On Tuesday, September 1,

[RBW] Re: Possible FS: 51cm Sam Hillborne (blue)

Yes, if you use the right combination of bees wax, pine tar soap, and irish straps you can build your very own flux capacitor :) 2015 is what I meant. Bike is sold. On Tuesday, September 1, 2015 at 6:17:38 PM UTC-7, John Hawrylak wrote: > > You stated "Purchased February 2016. 400 miles of mi

Re: [RBW] Purple for a Riv?

The purple-luki wasn't for me but I did grow to appreciate it as a nice color. I hear that Bill in Ohio is enjoying it still. A darker purple might have worked for me, I learned to ride on a dark, sparkly purple 'ladies' Schwinn after all. I'm happy with my dark green one and the Bombadil blue

[RBW] Re: Speak to me about front loading and rear loading

Patrick: I've played with loading quite a bit myself and have spoken with lots of bicycle tourists. The Big Message is the number of variables is large enough that you'll have play around with it, perhaps quite a bit. Personally, Steve-at-the-bike-shop's recommendation is close to my prefere

[RBW] 26 to 650b hunqapillar

I have a 48cm hunq that normally runs 26 x 2.1 smart sams. Had a 650b wheelset around with babyshoe pass 650b x 42. Threw them on, adjusted the cantilever breaks. Everything seems to fit. Bike rides fine (a little squirrely, maybe it has something to do with tire pressure though? bar height?).

[RBW] Re: Purple for a Riv?

I loved my old '86 Bertoni Corsa Mondiale. The color was in Italian but the translation was "God-awful purple" (It also came in "Electric Rose"). It was a very '80's metallic lilac with blue decals that looked like this one: http://vancouver.canadianlisted.com/ad/gallery/2788400/ I'd go a bi

Re: [RBW] Re: Purple for a Riv?

Purple is the this season's color: http://theradavist.com/2015/08/golden-saddle-rides-purple-pachyderm-elephant-tourer/#28 On Tue, Sep 1, 2015 at 10:47 PM, Surlyprof wrote: > I loved my old '86 Bertoni Corsa Mondiale. The color was in Italian but > the translation was "God-awful purple" (It al

[RBW] Re: 26 to 650b hunqapillar

No reason not to if you're sure the BB and standover heights remain the same, but frankly I doubt it. I converted an old mtb from 26 x 1.9 to 650b x 37 and the bike was noticeably taller. It's back to 26 again. On Tuesday, September 1, 2015 at 9:52:34 PM UTC-7, dstein wrote: > I have a 48cm hu