Re: [RBW] OT: New Bike Shed Day

Erl those sheds are a truly elegant looking solution, I love the clamshell opening in particular. Almost evokes the back to the future delorean gull wing doors! It also looks like you might have room for an extra bike! I've actually been thinking about some out of garage storage options for

[RBW] October - A big riding month!

https://photos.app.goo.gl/kMCZ6f1Q0aSKA7s32 October was a REALLY good month on the bike for me (good month all around). I don't have alot of spare time for dedicated weekday or weekend riding for the sake of riding so I have to stretch my commutes out and I've never been more successful at tha

[RBW] Re: Grant in PDX 10/28

Was this recorded, and available online somewhere? Sounds like a lot of fun. I'd love to hear it. Chris -- 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

[RBW] Re: Beartown Mountain Overnight, Cheviot, Rain, Question

It's the only 718 ride I've done, so I'm no expert, but it was really great. Joe was prepared but laid back, the group was convivial and diverse, and there was no pressure to go fast or slow. When my friend took a spill, everyone had bandaids for him and no-one had unwanted advice, that warm

[RBW] Found Stolen Riv in LA - Help me find the owner!

I don't think anyone's asked, and maybe it's a most terrible question, but no, it's not, because maybe the goddess placed it in your path, but does it fit you?? I hope so, and not just because it doesn't fit me... -Kai BK NY -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google

[RBW] Re: October - A big riding month!

Thanks for sharing Tony. I enjoyed the photos. In the second photos of your Clementine, what is mounted on the left side of the handlebar? It seems to be a bell but looks wooden. Doug On Tuesday, October 31, 2017 at 7:16:12 AM UTC-4, Tony DeFilippo wrote: > > https://photos.app.goo.gl/kMCZ6f1Q0a

[RBW] Re: Beartown Mountain Overnight, Cheviot, Rain, Question

What size cranks do you roll? -Kai Up the way -- 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

Re: [RBW] Re: October - A big riding month!

Hi Doug thanks! It is a bell, a cheap dimension 'woodpecker bell'. Neat looking and my wife likes it but not a great performer from a bell perspective. On Tue, Oct 31, 2017, 8:18 AM Doug H. wrote: > Thanks for sharing Tony. I enjoyed the photos. In the second photos of > your Clementine, what i

Re: [RBW] Rivs with the Jones Loop/Bend H-Bar (Map/Ahearne too)

If anyone is looking, I have a 610mm MAP bars in silver. They were a bit too wide for my build. Can trade for a used 570mm in silver, or can sell for $27 plus shipping from 22204 picture 1 picture 2

[RBW] FS: Sugino Triple chainring 46/36/26

brand new sugino triple chainrings came off my sugino XD600 triple cranks. 46/36/26. $45 shipped. pic: https://www.flickr.com/photos/128095434@N02/38010994422/in/dateposted-public/ -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsub

[RBW] FS Rivendell Silver Shifters

Bought a ton of these when Riv said they would no longer be in stock, but that seems to have changed. New in box silver shifters. $45 shipped. pic: https://www.flickr.com/photos/128095434@N02/37333146914/in/dateposted-public/ -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Goo

[RBW] Re: Beartown Mountain Overnight, Cheviot, Rain, Question

this looks like a lot of fun! On Sunday, October 29, 2017 at 10:14:59 PM UTC-4, Antone Könst wrote: > > 718 Cycles in Brooklyn just led a > great overnight 'Micro-tour' to Beartown Mountain Park, MA, which I did on > my Cheviot. It was an s240 if you don't cou

[RBW] October - A big riding month!

Tony, Great photos and congrats on a great month of riding. I am happy to have played a small part in your adventures. All the best, Erl -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emai

[RBW] Re: Oh Boy Got the '96 All Rounder Repainted

Fabulous! Well done sir. I'm curious about the fork- is it custom? Danged nice AR you have there man. On Monday, October 30, 2017 at 11:45:12 PM UTC-4, Craig Montgomery wrote: > > After 2 decades of beating the doo-doo out of my All Rounder I broke down > and got it repainted. Omar at Oasis

[RBW] Re: Oh Boy Got the '96 All Rounder Repainted

Wow. Kudos to both Omar and you, and happy new old bike day! On Monday, October 30, 2017 at 8:45:12 PM UTC-7, Craig Montgomery wrote: > > After 2 decades of beating the doo-doo out of my All Rounder I broke down > and got it repainted. Omar at Oasis Custom Cycles in Glendale (100 miles > away be

Re: [RBW] Oh Boy Got the '96 All Rounder Repainted

Craig, beautiful job, the box lining is a nice nod to the Taylors, great color, a favorite frameset. Steve Plymouth, NH On Mon, Oct 30, 2017 at 11:45 PM Craig Montgomery wrote: > After 2 decades of beating the doo-doo out of my All Rounder I broke down > and got it repainted. Omar at Oasis Custo

[RBW] Oh Boy Got the '96 All Rounder Repainted

Wow! That's is beautiful. Well done and ready for another 20 years! -- 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...@googlegroup

Re: [RBW] Goofy question about silver shifters

Patrick, I think he's talking about the D-rings rattling on the adjustment screws, not the screws themselves rattling loose (though that's a common problem). Nash-- I suggest some insulating material on the D-rings: - Plasti-dip? - Maybe you could wedge a leather washer around the adjustmen

[RBW] Re: Cheviot and Canti-Sam presale

I'm not one for single speeds but THAT is a beautiful Sam! John -- 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

[RBW] Re: Cheviot and Canti-Sam presale

Bob, I have an orange canti-Sam and ride both trails and roads. I do switch wheelsets often lighter Synergies with Barlow Pass ELs for roads and A719s with Smart Sams for trails. The Sam handles both pretty well. I'd thought about trading to a Joe when they first came out for the wider tire

[RBW] Re: Grant in PDX 10/28

Mike - can you talk in more detail about these two topics? The next truly wonderful Silver product that Grant is really excited about. and what vehicle Grant thinks is actually better and more fun than a bicycle for some short trips. On Monday, October 30, 2017 at 8:32:30 PM UTC-7, velomann wrot

Re: [RBW] Re: Beartown Mountain Overnight, Cheviot, Rain, Question

Nice pics Phil. I especially like the one where you riding in the rain. On Tue, Oct 31, 2017 at 8:53 AM, Philip Kim wrote: > this looks like a lot of fun! > > On Sunday, October 29, 2017 at 10:14:59 PM UTC-4, Antone Könst wrote: >> >> 718 Cycles in Brooklyn jus

[RBW] Re: FS Rivendell Silver Shifters

the current shifter mold is dying (I'm told), and we were working on a new one. that project seemed permanently stalled--I'd given up, as anybody here'd tell you--but there is now some hope. it'll be a new shape & mold. On Tuesday, October 31, 2017 at 5:44:30 AM UTC-7, Philip Kim wrote: > > B

[RBW] Re: FS Rivendell Silver Shifters

thanks grant for clarifying. On Tuesday, October 31, 2017 at 11:07:15 AM UTC-4, Grant @ Rivendell wrote: > > the current shifter mold is dying (I'm told), and we were working on a new > one. that project seemed permanently stalled--I'd given up, as anybody > here'd tell you--but there is now s

[RBW] Re: Cheviot and Canti-Sam presale

wow, thanks for pointing this out to me. newsletter was buried in my inbox. that cheviot color looks awesome, and i do love the sage color. it will look nice on the cheviot. i would love a canti sam, but too many bikes not enough funds. if the cheviot ever had cantis, i don't know if i could r

[RBW] Re: PSA: 2 Rivendells in Boston area

The Cheviot has been sold. On Sunday, October 29, 2017 at 2:27:09 PM UTC-7, Belopsky wrote: > > Are these anyones? > > https://boston.craigslist.org/search/bmw/bid?query=rivendell > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsub

[RBW] Goofy question about silver shifters

Yes I do indeed mean the d rings on the adjustment bolts. I think deadening them may be tge simplest solution. Perhaps a wrap of bar tape or something similar will do the trick. Thanks -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To

[RBW] Goofy question about silver shifters

Are these SS1 or SS2? -- 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 email to rbw

[RBW] Re: FS Rivendell Silver Shifters

So the original SS1 is still dying out? -- 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,

[RBW] Re: Beartown Mountain Overnight, Cheviot, Rain, Question

I run mine with a 11-36t (10 speed) in the back with a 38t ring up front (1x setup). Gets me up most hills with a load around here. I have a 110 bcd crank on it, but if I had something with a granny option I would add that small ring to it without the front derailer so I'd have a bail out optio

[RBW] Re: Grant in PDX 10/28

I was there as well. I don't think John made it very far down his list of pre-submitted questions, as many people from the audience had things to ask. I was impressed by the quality of the questions, and Grant's willingness to be open about everything from manufacture and geometry theories to

[RBW] Bicycle Belle Ding Ding

Hi All, I read the list all the time but haven't said much as of late - but I mean to! I recently got back from Ireland and I even took photos of interesting bikes as seen on the streets there - while my husband rolled his eyes in the background - because I knew you'd care (my ONLY biking frien

Re: [RBW] Goofy question about silver shifters

I thought that too, which is why I suggested the perhaps far fetched solution of getting rid of the D ring screws and replacing them with allen-head screws. On Tue, Oct 31, 2017 at 7:34 AM, Tim Gavin wrote: > Patrick, I think he's talking about the D-rings rattling on the adjustment > screws, no

[RBW] Re: October - A big riding month!

Well done, Tony! I thought I saw a foreshadowing sparkle in your eye when I was out there in September. Grabbing these moments in an appropriate balance, I believe, helps make for better family engagement when it counts. Who knows? Maybe there will be a decent weather window when I'm out th

[RBW] Re: Cheviot and Canti-Sam presale

Hey that's my bike! Thanks again lconley for one of my best all time purchases! I do kinda wish it had cantis though... -- 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

Re: [RBW] Goofy question about silver shifters

Oh I forgot to say thank you Patrick for your suggestion. Very good suggestion. -- 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

[RBW] Re: OT: New Bike Shed Day

Nicely done! Because it sounds like it meets your needs so perfectly, I'll bet you get many years of enjoyment out of those! Chris Johnson Sanger, Texas -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and st

Re: [RBW] Re: A question about frame bags

I've never had any problem pushing a bike with rear panniers -- Ortieb Roller Packers and Packer Pluses, or whatever the 2 full sized models are; but my bikes have long stays, and perhaps because of my, admittedly, cool pushing method, holding the bike with left hand at the stem/bar junction -- eve

[RBW] Re: Oh Boy Got the '96 All Rounder Repainted

Craig...that looks great! now when you put it back together , I'm sure there has to be some blue accessorizing or blue ano'd components or something to pick up that elegant box-lining. Please show us the pictures when you have it all built up ! On Monday, October 30, 2017 at 10:45:12 PM UTC-5,

[RBW] Re: October - A big riding month!

APPROVE! APPROVE! a thousand times APPROVE! I particularly enjoy the triumph of 'cleaning' a hill that you've never cleaned before. That's freaking awesome. That's on my 'next list' of cycling goals, as we transition in to Mountain Bike Racing Season. There's a famous East Bay loop in Redw

[RBW] Re: Cheviot and Canti-Sam presale

Next Cheviot run they need to add disc brakes or cantis. -- 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 p

[RBW] Re: Cheviot and Canti-Sam presale

LOL! On Tuesday, October 31, 2017 at 1:55:15 PM UTC-4, CoalTrain wrote: > > Next Cheviot run they need to add* disc brakes* or cantis. -- 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

Re: [RBW] Re: Cheviot and Canti-Sam presale

I dislike double top tubes, but I like the rest of this Sam! Well, I'd prefer discs or cantis. But the *rest* of it! ENO? And are the Big Bens, as a very quick Google said, really 2" wide? On a Sam? My earlier, 55 or 56 cm single tt Sam wouldn't take a 50 mm tire, so I guess they've changed the

Re: [RBW] Re: Cheviot and Canti-Sam presale

The Eno eccentric rear hub had to be positioned rear and down the get the rear Big Ben to clear. I had to use center-pull brakes to get the front Big Ben to clear. "Clear" means not touching. The rims are Velocity Atlas. I moved the parts to my V1 Roscoe Bubbe and sold the Sam frame (only Riv th

[RBW] Re: Cheviot and Canti-Sam presale

I hope somebody follows Will's advice and builds a two-speed Cheviot. Will recommended a 17T freewheel with a 40/26 in front and a Paul Melvin. That would rock. No derailleurs at all would be fine. Bill Lindsay El Cerrito, CA On Friday, October 27, 2017 at 5:09:12 PM UTC-7, Bill Lindsay wr

[RBW] Re: An Autumn Ride, With a Serendipitous Visit to an Outdoor Art Show

Excellent photos, Mark! Cool bridge -- I've been over it a few times, but I never knew what the underside looked like. : ) Bob E Cranford, 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

Re: [RBW] Re: New (old) bike day? An Eroica bike

I did remember to do the bathroom scale reckoning of the weight of my Univega Gran Premio. 24.8lbs Great news, the contemporary Gran Compe brake lever hoods from Velo Orange fit my vintage Gran Compe brake levers perfectly. It's dialed. Bill Lindsay El Cerrito, CA On Friday, October 27, 20

[RBW] Clem Smith Jr with Alternate Handlebars? - Choco-moose

I know this is an old thread, but does anyone have experience with bullmoose bars on a Clem? Those new silver ones are rad and I'm sorting out if I have enough parts on hand to build up a frame. Thanks! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bu

[RBW] Re: A question about frame bags

A friend sewed me a frame bag that fits both my Clem and my Long Haul Trucker: https://www.instagram.com/p/BPJJ9jFjzKF/ https://www.instagram.com/p/BVXIr7rBxqy/ For me, it is bar none the best bag I've owned for long day rides where you might want to access food and layers in the bag without s

[RBW] Re: Cheviot and Canti-Sam presale

Ha! I don't think Riv is ever going to do discs, but if one of the youngsters talked Grant into it, it would be on a stout TIG'd model like the Clem. Which currently comes as a step-through with cantis, so I don't see the need to change brakes on the Cheviot. Chev is more of a road/country bike

[RBW] Roadini build and first ride report!

I took my first "serious" ride on my new Roadini this morning. 28 chilly, brisk, Halloween miles! Short version is it is beautiful, awesome and everything you expect from Rivendell. You may skip to the photos now if you wish... I was notified that Leo Roadini had arrived at my local FedEx lo

[RBW] Oh Boy Got the '96 All Rounder Repainted

You're a brave man, Craig. I love box-lining, but I wouldn't date try it myself. Well done, sir! -- 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-

[RBW] Re: A question about frame bags

Tim talked about having seen frame bags and asked "Why?" He then went on to provide some answers to the opposite question "Why not?" To me, the obvious answer "Why?" is that for any diamond frame bicycle, if you need to add a small amount of cargo weight to that bicycle, the absolute optimum

[RBW] Re: Roadini build and first ride report!

Great build, Bill. The bike looks terrific. And the good news is, we only need to lower the saddle 1cm and the bars about 3cm when I test ride it next time you're up this way!;^) On Tuesday, October 31, 2017 at 12:47:02 PM UTC-7, William R. wrote: > > I took my first "serious" ride on my new Roa

[RBW] Re: Roadini build and first ride report!

Ha! You know it Mark. That is easily done on this one! -- 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

[RBW] Bicycle Belle Ding Ding

Leah, my understanding is photo links are recommended, but it's not a 100% ironclad rule and I see photos in posts all the time. Show us the pics! With the words! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this gro

[RBW] Re: Cheviot and Canti-Sam presale

Not a Cheviot, but I have similar drivetrain plans for my Clem. Well, I should more accurately state that I've been trying to decide between doing the Paul Melvin dingle thing with a single cog and spacers on the stock rear wheel and Silver double crank vs. a 1x9 using a spare crank (or 1-at-a

[RBW] Re: Cheviot and Canti-Sam presale

Joe is probably right that Rivendell won't likely add disc brakes to a step through, but as a bike mechanic the thing I dislike the most about most step-through bikes is the rear brake cable routing. A "DISKY MIXTE" would eliminate those routing workarounds by running everything down the downt

[RBW] Re: Cheviot and Canti-Sam presale

That's a nifty DISKY MIXTE. I want one just like that, clear coated! -- 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...@googlegroup

[RBW] Re: Roadini build and first ride report!

nice post and bike...need some green candy pedals. Actually really nice looking and boy, Riv sure packs their bikes well, don't they On Tuesday, October 31, 2017 at 3:06:21 PM UTC-5, William R. wrote: > > Ha! You know it Mark. That is easily done on this one! -- You received this message becaus

[RBW] FS: 62cm Quickbeam (with extra beausage!)

FS: 62cm Quickbeam (with extra beausage!) I'm asking $500. I live in Queens, NY and I'd prefer not to ship (I'm not great at packing & shipping bikes and I'd like the buyer to have a chance to see all the flaws before paying). If I don't get any local takers after a week, I'll do $500 + shippin

Re: [RBW] Re: Cheviot and Canti-Sam presale

That is one nice “disky mixte”. Beautiful proportions. Thanks for sharing Bill. Best, Richard Sent from my iPhone > On Oct 31, 2017, at 4:37 PM, Joe Bernard wrote: > > That's a nifty DISKY MIXTE. I want one just like that, clear coated! > > -- > You received this message because you are sub

[RBW] Re: Roadini build and first ride report!

Thanks for posting your build. You did a really nice job and nice to hear you had an "in house" helper! Mine is being painted so I have to wait just a bit and then Riv is going to do the honors of turning it into a bike. More ride reports please when you can! Chris On Tuesday, October 31, 20

[RBW] Re: Roadini build and first ride report!

Being painted? How does that work, did you order a custom paint job? -- 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...@googlegroup

[RBW] Re: Cheviot and Canti-Sam presale

As tempting as it may be, I do not need to see a FIXIE DISKY MIXTE. Maybe it would be cool to see one with 584mm wheels, which might be called a SIX FIFTY DISKY MIXTE. The most perverse one might be to get one custom built in Titanium, in which case you might end up with a: *LYNSKEY SIX FIFT

[RBW] Re: Cheviot and Canti-Sam presale

BILL. -- 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 email to rbw-owners-bunch@go

[RBW] Re: Alex DM 24 Rims

Please post pics! On Monday, October 30, 2017 at 9:05:16 PM UTC-4, Belopsky wrote: > > I have a Clem en route as of tomorrow so I will know by end of week ;) > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group a

[RBW] Re: Alex DM 24 Rims

Amusingly - I know Grant had no intention of these things converging - I have a Clem L with "ebike rims"..and it's an ebike! I can verify that those thick rim walls can scrub a lot of heat from a bike much heavier and faster than intended. They work! -- You received this message because you ar

[RBW] Re: Roadini build and first ride report!

Thanks Chris. And like Joe, I would like to hear the details of your custom paint. Who is doing it and what color or colors. -- 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, s

[RBW] Rambouillet Around Town

Pics of the Rambouillet as I go places around town. I'll add more as time goes on. I am planning to take my real camera along. Most of these are iPhone photos. Just for fun. Enjoy. https://www.flickr.com/gp/70237737@N00/0C1020 -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google

[RBW] Re: Roadini build and first ride report!

Thanks Ryan. The neutral gray/silver color invites all kinds of colors in doesn't it? I do like how the green and red tie in with the subtle colors in the decals. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this gro

[RBW] Clem L vs Roscoe Bubbe Mountain Mixte

I had a nice chat with Romand from Riv and Chris from A1 regarding both the Clem L and Rosco Mixte. They were full of good info, as usual, but I really like to hear what folks on here think. I have a 51 Appaloosa and I just feel it may be a touch small for my liking. It is for sale in case y

[RBW] Re: Clem L vs Roscoe Bubbe Mountain Mixte

Andrew I'll have my Clem L tomorrow. 52cm frame. 5'7 83PBH..come ride it On Tuesday, October 31, 2017 at 6:16:37 PM UTC-4, Andrew Huston wrote: > > I had a nice chat with Romand from Riv and Chris from A1 regarding both > the Clem L and Rosco Mixte. They were full of good info, as usual, but I

[RBW] Re: Roadini build and first ride report!

Joe and William, I arranged in advance for Rick at D&D to paint the frame and then return it to Riv for build up. I like the gliver color a lot but I have a silver Joe and a similar blue Soma San Marcos and the new Mountain Mixte which is another shade of blue. So, I already had both the blue

[RBW] Re: Clem L vs Roscoe Bubbe Mountain Mixte

Test ride! That's nice of you, Igor. Have fun, Andrew! -- 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

[RBW] Re: Roadini build and first ride report!

Bike came together very well! -- 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: Clem L vs Roscoe Bubbe Mountain Mixte

Andrew, I have a Rosco Mixte from the first run. You and I are basically the same size. My Rosco fits me quite well. I'm running WTB Horizon 47c tires plus with plenty of clearance. This is my commuting bike over a mix of chip/seal and gravel roads. I really enjoy the float it gives me on

[RBW] FS: 62cm Quickbeam (with extra beausage!)

I think that’s a great bike, in great knock-around could condition, at a great price. Philip www.biketinker.com Santa Rosa, CA -- 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

[RBW] Re: Roadini build and first ride report!

Thanks for the info, Chris. I confirmed the paint option with Will @ Riv so now oooh my poor brain. I love the Roadini Blue I ordered, but maybe Candy Apple Red would be nice. Metallic Purple! ;-) -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" g

[RBW] Re: Roadini build and first ride report!

Bill: The bike turned out beautifully. I like the green against the grilver frame. Although the color looks like it would go well with any bar wrap color. Your daughter is a cutie and I'm glad you are starting her early on a love of bikes :) -- You received this message because you are s

[RBW] Re: Cheviot and Canti-Sam presale

If this sale had come up 4 months ago, I would've have been totally down for this set up. I greatly admired the sage Sam's but thought they needed the contrasting cream head tubes. I really like how they have expanded the tire width accommodation. I really love my Appaloosa and have put ove

[RBW] Re: Cheviot and Canti-Sam presale

15,000 miles in three months is a 170 mile a day average. I hope that’s a typo -- 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

Re: [RBW] Re: FS Rivendell Silver Shifters

I'm told, yes, That's what inspired the v.2, Dia-Compe has its own version using our tooling, tho. B, G On Tue, Oct 31, 2017 at 9:11 AM, lum gim fong wrote: > So the original SS1 is still dying out? > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to a topic in the > Google Grou

Re: [RBW] Re: FS Rivendell Silver Shifters

I like the SS1's for DT shifting because they are long and the lever ends are tilted perfectly for an easy grab. Just started DT shifting and love it so far. Used to use SS1 bar ends. They are great for that, too. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW

[RBW] Re: Clem L vs Roscoe Bubbe Mountain Mixte

Steve, any idea on max tire for the Roscoe? -- 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 gr

[RBW] FS: 62cm Quickbeam (with extra beausage!)

So glad this isn’t a 58cm. I’d be on a plane tomorrow! Such a great deal! -- 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...@google

[RBW] Re: Roadini build and first ride report!

Bill, Beautiful build. I am trying to get a feeling for Roadinis. The toptube slopes more than my Roadeo. What size your frame and what is your saddle height? Thanks,Don Compton On Tuesday, October 31, 2017 at 12:47:02 PM UTC-7, William R. wrote: > > I took my first "serious" ride on my new Road

[RBW] Re: Clem L vs Roscoe Bubbe Mountain Mixte

These photos are slightly dated, but they do show el Clem at work, shop, play, and repose. Forgot to smile for that self-timed photo, but I will say nobody's yet made fun of me for riding a "girls" bike. I only wish it came in dark pink. On Tuesday, October 31, 2017 at 3:16:37 PM UTC-7, And

[RBW] Re: Roadini build and first ride report!

57cm and 76cm -- 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 email to rbw-owners-

[RBW] actual Roadini geometry specs?

I get GP's orientation to PBH but give the rest of the biking world a break. What are the actual dimensions of this frameset? -- 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,

[RBW] Re: Oh Boy Got the '96 All Rounder Repainted

When I retired Joe my work buddies pinched in and presented me with a 25 year old bottle of Laphroig Scotch. One small shot really helps in such circumstances. Keeps those lines smooth! Craig On Tuesday, October 31, 2017 at 12:47:00 PM UTC-7, Joe Bernard wrote: > > You're a brave man, Crai

[RBW] Re: Oh Boy Got the '96 All Rounder Repainted

Matt, yes, that is a custom fork, done by Ed Foster of La Suprema Cycles here in Tucson. I drank the low trail kool-aid because I tour with a good chunk of weight up front (roughly 60 rear/40 front) and I climb steep dirt roads in the Sky Island country of southern Arizona. Low trail really does

[RBW] Re: Oh Boy Got the '96 All Rounder Repainted

Is that the original fork? I detect a bit more rake than a typical rivendell. Also the two sets of eyelets. On Monday, October 30, 2017 at 8:45:12 PM UTC-7, Craig Montgomery wrote: > > After 2 decades of beating the doo-doo out of my All Rounder I broke down > and got it repainted. Omar at Oasis

[RBW] Jenny's bikes

Speaking of style (which I was on the "What is Rivvish" thread but I accidentally deleted instead of sending and didn't try again), does anyone have more bike style than Jenny? The transparent blue grips, the Promenade bars excellently set as a straight line from the saddle..a stylin' 'broken fo