[RBW] F.S. 55cm Bleriot frame set

I'm offering my original owner 55cm Bleriot with Chris King head set, Pletscher kickstand and SKS fenders. But wait there is more...a fresh bottle of Carol Hanson Marine Scene touch up nail polish. Your toe nails will match the frame and you can also touch up the chips shown in the photos. :-)

[RBW] FS: Germany Army Trainers (GATs) size 9.5 / 27.5 - $80 shipped

I just got these as an alternative to Adidas Sambas / more fashionable in some circles. They have the same sole as the Sambas, feel nice and comfy, too. A more subtle shoe IMO Wore these in my home but determined they're too slim for my EE foot - I basically wear Birkenstocks year-round now if

Re: [RBW] Re: Clementine baby carriage

Nice pic Mark! That's a happy kid! I love the idea of having her up front and being able to talk to her while we ride, point things out, see her level of engagement. Sky in new west On Wed, Jan 25, 2017 at 7:18 PM, 'Mark in Beacon' via RBW Owners Bunch < rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com> wrote:

Re: [RBW] Re: Clementine baby carriage

Love the stage-by-stage pics John. Ya, I think the clementine is about perfect for me for family rides over the next couple years. Easy on/off, comfortable and I have an easier time of going slow on it, which'll be nice for the ten and twelve year old kids when we go on family rides. My wife lov

Re: [RBW] F.S. 55cm Bleriot frame set

Hey Les: I forgot where the Bleriot falls in the Riv Hierarchy of Frames. 700c? AAre the 559s extra? Fits a 35c? Thanks, Patrick who is frameset shopping On Thu, Jan 26, 2017 at 3:23 AM Les Lammers wrote: > I'm offering my original owner 55cm Bleriot with Chris King head set, > Pletscher kickst

Re: [RBW] F.S. 55cm Bleriot frame set

As I recall, the Bleriot is basically a budget Saluki (which then became the Homer). So, it has 650b wheels and should clear a 42 mm tire plus fenders. http://www.cyclofiend.com/rbw/bleriot/index.html On Thu, Jan 26, 2017 at 10:08 AM, Patrick Shea wrote: > Hey Les: > > I forgot where the Bleri

Re: [RBW] F.S. 55cm Bleriot frame set

@Patrick, lots of info on the Bleriot here... http://www.cyclofiend.com/rbw/bleriot/index.html On Thursday, January 26, 2017 at 8:09:06 AM UTC-8, Patrick Shea wrote: > > Hey Les: > > I forgot where the Bleriot falls in the Riv Hierarchy of Frames. 700c? > AAre the 559s extra? Fits a 35c? > > Tha

Re: [RBW] F.S. 55cm Bleriot frame set

My bad, I remember it as a budget Saluki. 650B and *I* think the max tire with fenders is a 38mm. Link to geometry: http://www.cyclofiend.com/rbw/geometry.html On Thursday, January 26, 2017 at 11:09:06 AM UTC-5, Patrick Shea wrote: > Hey Les: > > I forgot where the Bleriot falls in the

[RBW] Re: Favorite Front Racks and Baskets for All-Rounders/Atlantis/etc?

The rawland racks are finally available if you like black. The Demiporteur rack is close to the size of a medium wald basket if you want a more robust basket rack. It also has the tombstone for a traditional handlebar bag. https://rawlandcycles.com/collections/gear On Thursday, January 26, 20

[RBW] Re: Post dynamo, keep the old front wheel?

Perhaps a winter ride with roads covered in salt... Or a wet gravel ride On Wednesday, January 25, 2017 at 11:49:05 PM UTC-5, Ian A wrote: > > Spare rims are always useful. If you wear out or damage a rear wheel, > assuming the same ERD and spoke count, makes for an easy rim swap. Wheels >

Re: [RBW] F.S. 55cm Bleriot frame set

That's a fine frame with a very cool name and graphics package. I love the plane that "spears" - that's what Grant told me it's called when I mentioned it to him back in the day - the downtube lettering. Don't hesitate if it will fit you, it's a good price and there aren't a lot of them out ther

[RBW] Re: Nitto Noodles vs Soma Highway One Bars

PG, I just received a pair of the 42 mm Fairweather bars from Japan. These are the bars that do it for me. I had 42cm Noodles. On Tuesday, January 17, 2017 at 7:38:58 PM UTC-5, PG wrote: > I have a 42 cm wide version of each, which I've traded back and forth on a > Soma San Marcos frame. > >

[RBW] Re: F.S. 55cm Bleriot frame set

Anyone have impressions of sizing on the Bleriot? I have PBH of 81.3. It looks like 55 may be a bit big. -- 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 rb

Re: [RBW] F.S. 55cm Bleriot frame set

On Thursday, January 26, 2017 at 11:58:30 AM UTC-5, Les Lammers wrote: > > My bad, > > I remember it as a budget Saluki. 650B and *I* think the max tire with > fenders is a 38mm. Link to geometry: > http://www.cyclofiend.com/rbw/geometry.html > > > > > > > > > On Thursday, January 26, 2017 at 1

[RBW] Re: F.S. 55cm Bleriot frame set

Derek, The stand over height is 79.4. There is a geometry chart in the post below this one. On Thursday, January 26, 2017 at 1:40:03 PM UTC-5, Derek Lawrence wrote: > Anyone have impressions of sizing on the Bleriot? I have PBH of 81.3. It > looks like 55 may be a bit big. > > > -- You recei

[RBW] FYI: Nitto Fairweather handle bars. Drop bars for riders that don't like drop bars

https://store.bluelug.com/feature/fairweather-h

[RBW] Re: F.S. 55cm Bleriot frame set

This is a pretty good deal IMO. If I had a spare 650B wheelset I'd be half-tempted, alas I have a spare 700c wheelset built up waiting for my VO Rando frame and besides, this Bleriot would be too pretty of a commuter :) -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Group

[RBW] Re: F.S. 55cm Bleriot frame set

I had this frame in 55cm and I have a PBH of about 79. It fit great with pullback bars for me, but no appreciable standover clearance. I think it would fit you better. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from th

Re: [RBW] FYI: Nitto Fairweather handle bars. Drop bars for riders that don't like drop bars

Les: what is the reach and drop? And why precisely do you prefer these? I'm curious why these are more comfortable than the Noodles (I ask as someone who himself has found bars more comfortable than the Noodles). On Thu, Jan 26, 2017 at 11:57 AM, Les Lammers wrote: > >

[RBW] dynamo light decisions: Lumotec or Edelux?

Almost most definitely have narrowed it down to the Busch+Müller Lumotec IQ-X and the Schmidt Edelux II, and now I cannot decide between the two. I would love to hear from anyone has had experience with both, or anyone who knows enough about both to help way the technical pros and cons. - they

[RBW] Re: F.S. 55cm Bleriot frame set

It's a great bike at a great price. PBH 81.3 will fit fine (and man, that's such a specific measurement that I don't even want to think about how you got it) . It fits 42's (Hetres and/or Baby Shoe Pass tires) AND Berthoud S/S fenders. And will fit either Tektro long reach calipers or Dia Com

[RBW] Re: dynamo light decisions: Lumotec or Edelux?

i've used both. can't go wrong with either i don't think. i prefer the edelux. the IQ-X has a plastic band that wraps around the lamp and secures and fixes it to a rack/wherever. i also prefer the edelux beam, the IQ-X is plenty bright, but the beam is a bit narrow for me. On Thursday, January

[RBW] Re: dynamo light decisions: Lumotec or Edelux?

Hi Patch, I have IQ-X running off SON28 on my Hunqapillar. It's mounted to my Nitto Mini Front rack and connected to a rear fender-mounted tail light from Velo Lumino. Thoughts to consider: If you move to a custom rack in the future, how will you want to mount the light? Edelux II cannot be mo

[RBW] Re: F.S. 55cm Bleriot frame set

Hi Derek, I'm 81 PBH, too. (Saddle height ~70.) I ride 56cm AHH; there's little standover with Compass 650x38 tires. 55cm Bleriot would work for me, probably you, too. If you're using upright bars, no problem. If drops, then it depends. good luck! shoji On Thursday, January 26, 2017 at 1:40:0

[RBW] Re: F.S. 55cm Bleriot frame set

Thanks for the help with sizing, everyone. -- 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 t

[RBW] Re: WTB 51 Hunqapillar

82 pbh, no problems, but I definitely couldn't go any bigger! -- 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.

[RBW] Re: FYI: Nitto Fairweather handle bars. Drop bars for riders that don't like drop bars

https://www.tokyobike.com.au/buy-accessories/nitto-fairweather-drop-handlebar - Width: 380mm / 400mm / 420mm / 440mm / 460mm - Reach: 75mm - Drop: 125mm - Stem area size:25.4mm - Grip area size:23.8mm - Made in Japan -- You received this message because you are subscribed to

[RBW] Re: FYI: Nitto Fairweather handle bars. Drop bars for riders that don't like drop bars

http://store.fairweather.cc/store/p26/MOD174_ALL_ROAD_BAR_by_NITTO.html Width:380mm / 400mm / 420mm / 440mm / 460mm Reach:75mm Drop:125mm Stem area size:25.4mm Grip area size:23.8mm -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubs

[RBW] CHOPPED Bosco Bars

has anyone tried this? do you have photos of your endeavor? over-all feelings? i've tried the Bosco's on 2 different bikes and ended up going with something else. Mostly because I felt they came back too much. Now I'm trying to get a nice-lookin' (preferably Nitto) bar that's got quite a bit o

Re: [RBW] CHOPPED Bosco Bars

I did; trim-to-length, works for me! Just be aware that only the last couple inches are reamed out for BES. Actually, am no longer using my Boscos and happy to move 'em on - they're alloy and in overall good shape, and I can verify the (modified) width tonight. Call em $80 shipped? Ant gets first

Re: [RBW] dynamo light decisions: Lumotec or Edelux?

Patch: As others have noted, the Edelux (I or II) is a somewhat nicer product in terms of finish (for instance, the Edelux has a glass front, while the IQ-X’s lens is plastic). If you’re into finely polished German tech, you should buy the Edelux II. OTOH, I have have both lights on different

Re: [RBW] F.S. 55cm Bleriot frame set

On 01/26/2017 11:24 AM, Tim Gavin wrote: As I recall, the Bleriot is basically a budget Saluki (which then became the Homer). So, it has 650b wheels and should clear a 42 mm tire plus fenders. I had to trim my fenders at the chain stays when I went to 42mm tires + fenders the appropriate w

[RBW] Re: Spyshots of my custom mixte - happy days

Update...no pix yet. My mixte arrived yesterday. That bike was sure lovingly packed; I think you could have dropped that box from a 6-story building and had a gorilla dance on it and bike would have been fine. Nice packing job but no cat drawings - boo hoo :) Took us about 3/4 of an hour or s

[RBW] Re: F.S. 55cm Bleriot frame set

One of the finest bikes I've owned. Sold it to make room for a custom and to this day still think about the miles I put on it. Got me into 650b and I still wish I had it but I don't. To this day I'm not quite sure why I liked that bike so much or why I sold it. On Thursday, January 26, 2017 at

Re: [RBW] dynamo light decisions: Lumotec or Edelux?

The IQ-X gets to full brightness, 100 lux, at a lower speed than the Edelux II. At high speeds, the Edelux II actually gets a bit brighter than the IQ-X. The beams are shaped differently. The Edelux II beam, as well as the Busch & Müller CYO Premium and Fly Premium which all use the same reflector

[RBW] Re: dynamo light decisions: Lumotec or Edelux?

I have the IQ-X and the Edelux II. Both are good lights, but I like the beam of the IQ-X a little better. The difference isn't huge, but it's there. The Edelux II probably has a better quality build, but the there's nothing wrong with the IQ-X. And the IQ-X costs a bit less. But as the others h

Re: [RBW] Re: Huge Rosco Mixte

Attention fellow unfittables! 64 Clem L coming around the bend!! >From the email- "WILL’s big fat-tire mixte sold out fast, so in late Spring or early Summer we’ll have a 64cm CLEM-L mixte. If you’re tall and have ever wanted a mixte but couldn’t find one to fit, this is your chance and probably

[RBW] Re: WTB 51 Hunqapillar

Riv has a green 51cm hunq in stock. Just in case you, well, you know, need to buy one. Jeff 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 from it, send an email to r

[RBW] Re: dynamo light decisions: Lumotec or Edelux?

two iqx on a marks rack on a rambouillet is a really good solution so happy... -- 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...@g

[RBW] Re: Post dynamo, keep the old front wheel?

my buddy jordan had a non-competent person crash into him and wreck his wheel(and fork) having a spare wheel is good a spare rim is also very good. aspare fork is also good but the previous poster is quite correct they do take up space -- You received this message because you are subscribed to

[RBW] New shifter

Grant says in the latest newsletter that this project is off, though he may come up with another plan. So that's cryptic and weird. Joe Bernard Vallejo, CA. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group an

Re: [RBW] CHOPPED Bosco Bars

VO Left Bank are nice bars. I had them on my Sam for years. I recently switched to the Chocobbats just cause I wanted to try something new. But I really like the Left Bank bars. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscrib

[RBW] Re: Spyshots of my custom mixte - happy days

Congratulations Ryan! Getting a new bike is always a treat and yours is certainly special. Looking forward to the photos. -- 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

[RBW] Re: dynamo light decisions: Lumotec or Edelux?

I have the edelux and love it. Perfect in all ways but price. Not to derail, but I just bought the bm eyc for a more budget conscious build (hasn't arrived yet)and will be connecting to a sp-pv8. Anyone know what connector I'll need? This was really easy with the edelux, but the bm wire interf

[RBW] Re: New shifter

Darn; that was something I was looking forward to. I'd signed up for notifications on that & hadn't heard anything in ages. Was kinda afraid it might have seen a set back. dougP On Thursday, January 26, 2017 at 6:31:31 PM UTC-8, Joe Bernard wrote: > > Grant says in the latest newsletter that

[RBW] Re: dynamo light decisions: Lumotec or Edelux?

Could you elaborate, please Bo? Are you running two IQ-X side by side? Switching one off at low speed? IanA On Thursday, January 26, 2017 at 6:58:42 PM UTC-7, bo richardson wrote: > > two iqx on a marks rack on a rambouillet is a really good solution > so happy... -- You received this message

[RBW] Re: New shifter

I wonder if he ran up against a manufacturer/seller who decided they have some say over the ratchety technology in there. Pure speculation, of course, 'cause Grant doesn't want to get into it. What a bummer. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Own

[RBW] FS: Germany Army Trainers (GATs) size 9.5 / 27.5 - $80 shipped

How do these fit? If I wear a 10 in Sambas do I need a true 43 or are these closer to true sizing (I wear a 9/42 in true to size shoes). -J -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving

[RBW] Roadini headbadge

Just having that headbadge on your bike is good for a 200 watt increase in your power. -- 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+unsu

[RBW] dynamo light decisions: Lumotec or Edelux?

I have been buying the Edelux II for my dynamo hub wheels for three reasons: A) never had a problem with them, B) aesthetics and C) I've been told from several people that the IQ-X tens to flicker at low speeds. I have not used it myself so cant verify the claim -- You received this message be

[RBW] FS: NItto Campee Racks - Front & Rear

Mini front rack: $90 Rear rack: $130 - 14 inches from mount to top of rack. Struts are 4.5 inches Image gallery here: http://imgur.com/a/8yG3r Prices are net to me after shipping and any paypal fees. Please let me know if you have any questions! More Nitto goodness to come... Thank you, Kevin