[RBW] Re: 26.0 vs 31.8

If anything is going away, it's Analog's idea of long stems going away. 😀 I would ask myself if I was really buying the right(yes pun) stem for the bike and me, or I was buying a someone else's "theory" about what I "should" be riding. -- You received this message because you are subscr

[RBW] Re: RIV Catalog Arrived

That's the thing about the old, pre-Fedex, Internet, Amazon Prime drone delivery days--ANTICIPATION! It's Old Skool! Send 4 box tops and Allow 4-6 weeks for Delivery of your Secret Decoder Ring On Wednesday, May 16, 2018 at 12:42:01 AM UTC-4, Richard Rios wrote: >

Re: [RBW] Saddle Sack Med and Leg Strike

Yes, I'm almost certain the rubbing factor was once included in the description; if not, Grant wrote about it somewhere in relation to the saddle sacks. I went looking for the medium write-up on the website but they are not listed at the moment for some reason. On Monday, May 14, 2018 at 11:28:

Re: [RBW] Re: 26.0 vs 31.8

I have to agree. I don't discount the Analog idea entirely -- it may well work for some bikes in some applications for some riders -- but stems with extensions used with drop bars, and bikes built to use them both, have been around too long to be mere mistakes in design. On Wed, May 16, 2018 at 3:

[RBW] New Bar(s) Availability?

Anyone know when the Billie and Wavie bar will be available for purchase? I love my Albatross bars, but the other day I was thinking something slightly wider would be perfect for my Clem. Thinking I'll pick up a Billie and a Wavie at the same time - trying Noodles on my Black Mountain, but think

Re: [RBW] Re: 26.0 vs 31.8

They have some interesting points about steering/handling and toe overlap with a wheel that was farther out front and slacker angles, but that won't change just by changing your stem. The bike would have to be designed with this in mind. By using their stem you'd get a more upright riding positi

[RBW] Re: New Bar(s) Availability?

Ha! I swear I checked Riv's site yesterday, must've missed the update on the Billie. Question then still stands for the Wavie. On Wednesday, May 16, 2018 at 9:10:03 AM UTC-5, David B wrote: > > Anyone know when the Billie and Wavie bar will be available for purchase? > I love my Albatross bars, b

Re: [RBW] Re: 26.0 vs 31.8

Interesting take, Patrick. I agree wholeheartedly that "...stems with extensions used with drop bars, and bikes built to use them both, have been around too long to be mere mistakes in design." At the same time, it seems to me that Analog isn't saying bike design is wrong or that people have been m

[RBW] Re: RIV Catalog Arrived

Is this like the old Riv Reader? I used to LOVE that thing! I've been away for a spell but I'm just recently back and building up a brand new Sam. How can I get one of these??? On Monday, May 14, 2018 at 2:05:09 PM UTC-5, Chris Birkenmaier wrote: > > Just got the mail and there it was - the pr

[RBW] Re: 26.0 vs 31.8

I ordered one because it was necessary for me use drops on a 53 MIT Atlantis. I don't think 26.0 bars are going anywhere. On Tuesday, May 15, 2018 at 5:30:41 PM UTC-4, Drw wrote: > > I'm considering getting one of the analog stems for my atlantis. they are > pretty pricey, so i'm hemming and ha

[RBW] Re: RIV Catalog Arrived

I got one in an order last week, then the catalogue I pre-ordered showed up a few days later. I presume they're stuffing them in all orders now, so go buy something! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this

[RBW] Re: RIV Catalog Arrived

Apologies for not being able to send you my extra, I left it on the table at the post office so someone else could discover 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

[RBW] Re: RIV Catalog Arrived

Got mine yesterday. I’m in FloridaMaybe the east coast get priority.😉 -- 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

Re: [RBW] Saddle Sack Med and Leg Strike

Yes it looks like they are being discontinued (atleast blue and grey). -- 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...@googlegr

Re: [RBW] Re: 26.0 vs 31.8

I don't disagree; I haven't followed the thread closely, but I gather that the Analog stem is part of a system, and not meant to be a universal improvement -- it's meant to be used with certain kinds of frames for certain kinds of riding. They may well be right; if I were for example to convert ano

Re: [RBW] Re: RIV Catalog Arrived

Got mine in San Diego a few days ago. Curtis On Wed, May 16, 2018 at 6:12 AM, Daniel MacPherson wrote: > Got mine yesterday. I’m in FloridaMaybe the east coast get priority.😉 > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups > "RBW Owners Bunch" group. > To

[RBW] Re: FS: Velocity Synergy Front Wheel (Rich Lesnik Built)

Let's get this out of my apartment. $60 local pickup, $80 shipped. On Monday, March 19, 2018 at 6:31:37 PM UTC-7, Irving wrote: > > This post > reminded > me to get this spare wheel outta my apartment! > > Velocity Synergy fro

Re: [RBW] Re: 26.0 vs 31.8

I thought they made a case for buying a bigger frame to get a longer front center, and then using their stem to bring the bars back. I don't know how many people want to stand over a frame with a 3" longer top tube than "fits" them, though. I'm looking at longer slacker bikes for mountain bikin

[RBW] Re: 26.0 vs 31.8

honestly, 65% of this has to do with the fact that it is a removable faceplate quill stem that looks good. I tend to swap bars, and being able to keep bars wrapped and fully set up, would be a huge plus. Yes, i know there are other stems that have a removable faceplate, but they are either not

[RBW] New Bar(s) Availability?

I don’t understand why you think it would bother Riv if you asked them. You are a sincere customer eager to put ~$200 in their register. They’d be delighted to talk with you and they definitely have the information you seek. BL in EC -- You received this message because you are subscribed to

[RBW] Re: GDMBR with Adventure Cycling

BC, yes, I will bring a tent. In that photo it is packed in the panniers and I think that is how I’ll travel with it. I will also bring a phone and probably at least two backup batteries and hope to be able to charge here and there. I’m figuring I’ll have it in airplane mode to conserve power

[RBW] Re: GDMBR with Adventure Cycling

>Are you taking a phone? If so, how will you charge it? On my ACA Banff-Whitefish tour, we all charged our phones in the campground bathroom the first night. When we checked in the morning, ONE phone had been stolen, the leader's! It was the cheapest flip phone you could get but he had to go "w

[RBW] Re: Happy Fantastic Rivendell Perfecto Shopping Experience!

Agree with above posters...the Riv shopping experience is quite intuitive and easy to navigate. As for inventory issues, I think anyone who goes to Rivendell for their cycling needs understands that there are real world, money flow issues that a company the size of Riv has to grapple with. If

[RBW] Wednesday Musings: Are We A Swap Meet?

I've had a couple of people mention issues in transactions of late. Folks flaking on payment. Deciding for unclear reasons not to respond, pay or explain. I do think we're better than that. But, to my mind there's a slightly larger issue - one I won't solve this week, of course. To start off,

Re: [RBW] Re: RIV Catalog Arrived

Add my congratulations to Grant and the Riv staff for a very nice catalog! Love the illustrations and of course it conveys the Rivendell philosophy and lots of information. I sincerely hope that it generates lots of sales. I got mine here in Maryland several days ago. Cheers, Steve On Wedne

[RBW] Wednesday Musings: Are We A Swap Meet?

There's a fellow on iBob who posted a long FS list with "I'm relatively new to the group." New as in that's his only post. It's annoying and I think people who start here (and there) with stuff to sell should not be passed through moderation. Talk about bikes for a while, then we can see what yo

[RBW] Green Guru Backpack 24L

Not using this as an actual commuter bag anymore as my spine dislikes static flexion and backpacks. I bought it last year and used it mostly as a work bag without the bike. It's super durable, MUSA (Colorado), made from nylon and recycled tubes. https://www.greengurugear.com/products/commuter-

Re: [RBW] Wednesday Musings: Are We A Swap Meet?

*not pass along any moderated FS/WTB posts.* I take it you mean *non-moderated*? 1. I personally like to read posts aboutt Rivendell-ish items for sale, even if I don't want to buy. 2. I agree that these should be limited to "regular" contributors, even if only to preserve the levels of trust we

[RBW] Re: Wednesday Musings: Are We A Swap Meet?

I think there might be an opportunity to change a negative into a positive too. On other forums I frequent there is a honor system where users "donate" a certain amount when an item sells. Can be fixed amount or %. This tends to weed out less serious sellers and the funds can go towards mainten

[RBW] Wednesday Musings: Are We A Swap Meet?

Jim, great questions! My take is we are an amazing “economy of community” by which I mean we share the journey of riding and all that entails and that semi-relates to it in a Rivendelian way. What is “economy of community”? The idea that people give freely of their abundance and ask for help wh

[RBW] Re: RIV Catalog Arrived

Got mine yesterday as well. Here in Maine, ayuh! On Wednesday, May 16, 2018 at 11:19:31 AM UTC-4, Daniel MacPherson wrote: > > Got mine yesterday. I’m in FloridaMaybe the east coast get priority.😉 -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bun

[RBW] FS: Bosco handlebar 55cm cro-mo

In great shape. $45 shipped thanks! -scott in TN -- 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] Wednesday Musings: Are We A Swap Meet?

Jim, You are very good at you job. Thanks! I like your idea of not being able to post a FS until x months after your first post. Probably would not have to be too long to weed out people who find the list, sign up, and post a FS right away. Edwin -- You received this message because you are

[RBW] Re: New Bar(s) Availability?

Point taken. Email to Riv sent. David On Wednesday, May 16, 2018 at 11:18:34 AM UTC-5, Bill Lindsay wrote: > > I don’t understand why you think it would bother Riv if you asked them. > You are a sincere customer eager to put ~$200 in their register. They’d be > delighted to talk with you and th

[RBW] Re: New Bar(s) Availability?

Quick response from Spencer: "Hoping the Wavie will be in stock next month but it’s possible that it will be delayed." Good info to know - I read the new catalog yesterday and wanted both bars to try out. I'll order the Billie now. David On Wednesday, May 16, 2018 at 1:46:13 PM UTC-5, David B wr

[RBW] Re: New Bar(s) Availability?

Seems available now! https://www.rivbike.com/collections/handlebars/products/z-handlebar-nitto-billie-bar-580-x-25-4-rbw-31 On Wednesday, May 16, 2018 at 7:10:03 AM UTC-7, David B wrote: > > Anyone know when the Billie and Wavie bar will be available for purchase? > I love my Albatross bars,

[RBW] 26.0 vs 31.8

Drw, 26.0 bars are not likely going anywhere anytime soon. If you have even the slightest desire to potentially use any newer 31.8 bars, however, then you’d likely be better off choosing the 31.8 and shimming it for 26.0 so you at least have that option. Although a bit of a stretch financially

[RBW] Re: FS: Bosco handlebar 55cm cro-mo

I'll take it! -Chris Berkeley, 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, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send

[RBW] Sprung Spring

In which aspens unfurl their leaves overnight, hawks are hawkish and without skill I photograph one, and flowers are in focus, some of them, the one who made it here. https://thegrid.ai/withabandon/sprung-spring With abandon, Patrick www.CredoFamily.org www.MindYourHeadCoop.org -- You receive

Re: [RBW] FS: 57cm Red Rodeo Complete bike $2400

Hi Joe, The TT on the 57 Roadeo is 56.5. I just realized that auto-spellcheck had struck may email subject. Awesome! Roadeo not Rodeo. Dan On Tue, May 15, 2018 at 9:50 PM, Joe Bernard wrote: > Hey Dan, what is the TT measurement? Gorgeous bike! > > Joe Bernard > Novato CA. > > -- > You rec

[RBW] Re: WTTry: MKS Toe clips and leather straps

Clayton, Thank you for the generious XT offer, but for the sake of the pedals and our friendship I’d best pass, lest I botch ‘em! My plan is to try the Sylvan Road as my next pedal. Do I need the spikey grips? They seem to not do much on the Touring pedals, the ridge bar itself doing the work. S

[RBW] Re: RIV Catalog Arrived

They're nicely done with pics and brief write ups, but the catalog is nothing like the Riv Reader. On Wednesday, May 16, 2018 at 10:37:22 AM UTC-4, d2mini wrote: > > Is this like the old Riv Reader? I used to LOVE that thing! > > I've been away for a spell but I'm just recently back and build

[RBW] Re: FS: 650b Single Speed/Dynamo Wheelset. Velocity Atlas, White Industries, Shimano Dynamo, Compass SBH Tires

Bumping the wheelset up... I'm open to splitting up the wheelset if you just need a dynamo wheel or a single speed hub'd wheel. Thanks, David River Grove, IL On Wednesday, May 9, 2018 at 12:49:09 PM UTC-5, David B wrote: > > The endless shuffle of parts and the elusive Redwood conundrum continues

[RBW] Re: RIV Catalog Arrived

I'm in Florida and received mine today. > -- 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: NIB Luna Cycle BBS02 mid-drive kit with 48v battery $600

Pardon the non-RBW content but since there has been a fair amount of e-bike conversion discussion lately I thought I would throw this out there. I purchased this kit to convert my wife's cargo bike (Bike Friday Haul-a-Day) but she is not really going to be up for bike riding anytime in the near f

[RBW] Wednesday Musings: Are We A Swap Meet?

Perhaps a subgroup for sales/buying? -- 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, se

[RBW] Wednesday Musings: Are We A Swap Meet?

I really appreciate the FS posts, whether I buy something or not, but I definitely support limiting the ability to post FS posts to folks who contribute to the community. I also enjoy experimenting with variations of the bikes I have, like new handlebars, stem length,etc. The for sale posts allo

[RBW] Re: 26.0 vs 31.8

For me it is aestaetics. I like the uniforn sizing of the clamp area and the cuff of the 25.4/26 bars and dislike the looks of a bulge on 31.8 bars. But really, it wouldn't matter if someone never pointed those things out to me. I was perfectly happy riding my 31 bars until I started looking at

[RBW] Re: Wednesday Musings: Are We A Swap Meet?

I love the for sale posts. It's like window shopping, or actual shopping. That said, I usually post my own for sale items on the iBOB list, unless it's Riv-specific, like Readers, Baggins bags, or Quickbeams (ha!). Philip Santa Rosa, CA On Wednesday, May 16, 2018 at 10:46:39 AM UTC-7, Cyclofi

Re: [RBW] Re: Wednesday Musings: Are We A Swap Meet?

As someone who is new (but has been a non subscribed looker :) ) I appreciate both the FS and NON FS posts. What is nice about the FS posts on here vs. places like craigslist/bay, is that I trust the seller a lot more and the pricers are far more fair. I would much rather support someone who appre

[RBW] Re: WTTry: MKS Toe clips and leather straps

Deacon, if you have large feet, you might find the shorter platforms of the road pedals don't allow your foot to go deep enough into the clips, depending where you prefer the pedal spindle to be under your foot. Aluminum spacers might be needed. I wear a 10-1/2 and use large mountain pedals wit

[RBW] Re: WTTry: MKS Toe clips and leather straps

Thanks, Clayton. I’ve puzzled that through. The Touring (what I’ve been riding with the Hold Fast straps) is 94W x 63L while the road is 5mm wider and 2mm shorter. Interestingly, I seem to prefer ball of the foot over the spindle. Feels more natural to barefoot running that way. With abandon, P

[RBW] Re: Ride Report: Quickbeam on Jersey gravel

Hey, I know that bike! Looks like it ended up where it belongs! Jeff Hagedorn Los Angeles, CA USA -- 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: Wednesday Musings: Are We A Swap Meet?

Jim: This is definitely a topic worthy of thought. The "transactions" tag was incorporated a while back but it doesn't really call attention to itself. My thoughts: I agree with the notion of new members needing to build a bit of cred & invest some time & thought before selling stuff. I'm al

[RBW] Re: FS: Bosco handlebar 55cm cro-mo

Sold! thanks all -- 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-ow

[RBW] Re: Ride Report: Quickbeam on Jersey gravel

Amazing how different times of day feel so stunningly different. A common ride transforms in different light, or after a storm, or durring a storm! Great ride semi-close to you on a great steed. With abandon, Patrick -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups

[RBW] Re: RIV Catalog Arrived

In Virginia and got mine today. Looking forward to reading it tonight On Monday, May 14, 2018 at 3:05:09 PM UTC-4, Chris Birkenmaier wrote: > > Just got the mail and there it was - the promised Riv catalog! I'm going > to wait until after work to savor it with a beer in hand on the back > pati

[RBW] Re: RIV Catalog Arrived

got mine too! Clayton Scott SF, 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, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, se

[RBW] Re: FS: 650b Single Speed/Dynamo Wheelset. Velocity Atlas, White Industries, Shimano Dynamo, Compass SBH Tires

How much for just dynamo wheel? On Wednesday, May 16, 2018 at 1:10:30 PM UTC-7, David B wrote: > > Bumping the wheelset up... > I'm open to splitting up the wheelset if you just need a dynamo wheel or a > single speed hub'd wheel. > Thanks, > David > River Grove, IL > > On Wednesday, May 9, 201

[RBW] Re: FS: 650b Single Speed/Dynamo Wheelset. Velocity Atlas, White Industries, Shimano Dynamo, Compass SBH Tires

Let’s split it down the middle. $150 plus shipping for either wheel. -- 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...@googlegrou

[RBW] Re: Wednesday Musings: Are We A Swap Meet?

I tend to lurk more than post, but when i do, I try to temper FS posts with normal content posts as well. That said, I think buying and selling, whether we like it or not, is a main driver of visitors. I think if you limit it too much, you lose a big source of potential new participators. Then

[RBW] Re: RIV Catalog Arrived

Still waiting in North Dakota. 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-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, s

[RBW] WTB Shimano STI 2x9 Shifter

I know this isn’t the most Rivendellian (word?) type item but I wanted to switch out bar end shifters on a drop bike for STI Shifters. I would be happy to trade bar ends as well for or towards 2x9 shifters. It is for a go fast bike. Either my Rambouillet or a Monstercross. Thanks in advance. -

[RBW] Re: Wednesday Musings: Are We A Swap Meet?

I wonder if a general “RBW/iBOB Trading Post” group would be worthwhile. Separate list. Separate email settings. Separate moderators. Then Jim could lock this down to only discussion. -J -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To

[RBW] Re: New Bar(s) Availability?

I am looking forward to the first ride reports. Debating whether I should change from the Albatross. -- 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-ow

[RBW] WTB Shimano STI 2x9 Shifter

Checkout the new Sora r3000 integrated levers, they are 2x9 and look very very spiffy, have hidden cable routing,all black, etc. i kinda regret going 11spd on a new build because I found these later on.. This is a site in Spain but they are only $130 for the levers https://www.bikeinn.com/bike/

[RBW] WTB Shimano STI 2x9 Shifter

Thanks for the tip. I’ll keep these in mind. Everything I have is 9 speed so I like the compatability of staying with 9. -- 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

[RBW] WTB Shimano STI 2x9 Shifter

I have some 2008 Sora 2x9 STI levers that I'd be happy to part with. Better on a bike than in a drawer. They are in excellent condition. What kind of bar end shifters do you have? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubsc

[RBW] Ram in the Dirt

In 2003 the only bike I owned was a mid-70s 3-speed Raleigh Sport that I rode to work every day and locked up on the street. Somehow I got my hands on a Reader, Grant's philosophy resonated with me and next thing I knew I had a blue Ram. I didn't know the first thing about tire sizes and riding

[RBW] Re: Wednesday Musings: Are We A Swap Meet?

I think separate groups would end up with all of them having very little traffic. I like all the FS/WTB/trade posts, it just bugs me when we get spammed by people who've never contributed to a conversation. Which doesn't really happen all that often. -- You received this message because you a

[RBW] FS: NIB Luna Cycle BBS02 mid-drive kit with 48v battery $600

SOLD! To me, of course ;-) -- 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 t

[RBW] Re: RIV Catalog Arrived

Chris Murray- you live in God’s Country?! That’s my home state! I live in exile now here in Vegas and my catalog has not arrived. Odd, since we are California’s neighbor. All we had to do was have participated in Hail Mary, right? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the

Re: [RBW] FS: NIB Luna Cycle BBS02 mid-drive kit with 48v battery $600

Hey! That's my job! 😉 > On May 16, 2018, at 9:27 PM, Joe Bernard wrote: > > SOLD! To me, of course ;-) > > -- > 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 >

[RBW] Re: RIV Catalog Arrived

Yep, it'll get there soon I'm sure. We had this in the old days of the Reader (when you were 7), the distribution around the country was pretty random. Joe Bernard Novato CA. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe

[RBW] Re: Wednesday Musings: Are We A Swap Meet?

My thoughts are: 1. Might miss out on a big score though, if people can’t drop in to sell their Bomba or whatever. I scored my blue Ram in 2016 from a drop-in person who turned out to be local to me and probably the most pleasant person I’ve ever done an online transaction with. 2. Might miss

Re: [RBW] Ram in the Dirt

I'm curious about the max tire size for a blue Ram. I did use the so-called 35 mm Kojaks on mine for a while, though I think they measured more like 32 on the Open Pros, but they did leave ample room for fenders. Can you squeeze in anything bigger than a true 35? Didn't you just sell a pair of ne

Re: [RBW] Ram in the Dirt

[Patrick, open the link first ...] On Wed, May 16, 2018 at 11:46 PM, Patrick Moore wrote: > ... > > And finally: photo of the fat-tired Ram? (Apology if you have already > posted one and I missed it.) > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners B