[RBW] Re: Not off-topic if I spin it right: opinions from users of Rothco M-65 “Field Jacket”?

The outsole of that Lennon chukka boot looks pretty lugged for clip and strap use. Probably depends on the pedals you will be using it with. Will be fine for platform pedal usage. I don't own this shoe. Closest thing I have to it is a Nike boot I got years ago. No bike usage. Thanks, Reginald

Re: [RBW] The Clem preorder that I don't think anyone posted about yet

I noticed the same! The first was something I wish was on my era of Hillborne (admittedly only an aesthetic wish) and the second is the reason i'm happy to own my hillborne over the newer ones with the socket seat lug. I wonder if they also managed to fix the issue with using a double legged p

[RBW] Re: Not off-topic if I spin it right: opinions from users of Rothco M-65 “Field Jacket”?

Patrick, I have a *Rothko* jacket that I bought NWT. It’s “OK,” but can’t hold a candle to my *Cockpit *M-65, which is made in the USA. Yes, the latter cost me 4X as much as the Rothko, but it’s a lifetime jacket, especially at my age. Orig

[RBW] Re: FS: Two pairs of IBEX Women's Medium Bike Knickers

>From when IBEX was still in VT and making their products here in the US. Good stuff. That's a good deal Kim. On Sunday, January 19, 2025 at 7:38:34 AM UTC-5 Kim H. wrote: > I have two pairs of used, yet in good condition, IBEX Women's size Medium > Bicycle Knickers for sale. These have been v

Re: [RBW] Omniracer (Ti BBs, etc)

I’ve purchase a couple Omniracer bottom brackets and with no issues either with the purchase or the items. David Hays Willliamsville, New York > On Jan 24, 2025, at 10:31 AM, J-D Bamford wrote: > > From these forums, I got a couple of suggestions on Omniracer Racelite bottom > brackets with

Re: [RBW] The Clem preorder that I don't think anyone posted about yet

You know - I briefly set up my Clementine with a downtube shifter via a awkwardly rigged clamp-on simplex shifter. I actually really enjoyed it. Something about downtube shifters feels very precise/direct to me. I also am always happy to de-clutter my handlebars for more comfortable hand positi

Re: [RBW] Re: Leather Saddles - What do you Wear

Loke Gary, I ride in Jackson & Gibbons touring shorts, always on B-17s. If its coolout I wear a pair of longer Riv shorts. The pad on the Touring shorts is very thin, for rides of all lengths. The owners retired last year after a sale selling out of remaining stock. Steven Sweedler Plymouth, New H

Re: [RBW] The Clem preorder that I don't think anyone posted about yet

Pre-order page is up with pics of the complete Clems. https://www.rivbike.com/products/clem-completes-2025 On Saturday, January 11, 2025 at 11:24:33 AM UTC-6 schralp wrote: > I am for sure since I lost everything including my beloved platy in the > firestorm. > > -Bill > > > On Sat, Jan 11,

[RBW] Re: Not off-topic if I spin it right: opinions from users of Rothco M-65 “Field Jacket”?

At first blush, looks like a nice piece of kit. I'm not a Rothco owner/wearer, I have a MUSA American Trench ventile field coat (which is great) for relaxed layering and damp weather wear. And a MUSA Gustin waxed canvas field coat (wonderful, snug, longer arm coverage than typical) for minimal

[RBW] Re: Riv default 113 BB, Tange headset

Y’all may want to have a closer look at those BBs and HS… I wanted to swap in different BB and HS on mine, and noticed there wasn’t much in the way of grease on the BB threads or the head tube. Easily fixed, and maybe doesn’t matter too much, but I do worry about things seizing up after prolonge

[RBW] Omniracer (Ti BBs, etc)

>From these forums, I got a couple of suggestions on Omniracer Racelite bottom brackets with titanium spindles. Saves 100g (roughly 1/4 pound) over Riv's default BB. I hemmed and hawed and finally pulled the trigger (made an online order) on this small, USA-based boutique brand via their websit

Re: [RBW] The Clem preorder that I don't think anyone posted about yet

I like the colors and the upgrades. The shifters seem more Rivendellian which is a good thing. Doug On Friday, January 24, 2025 at 3:28:05 AM UTC-5 John wrote: > Pre-order page is up with pics of the complete Clems. > > https://www.rivbike.com/products/clem-completes-2025 > > > > On Saturday, J

Re: [RBW] The Clem preorder that I don't think anyone posted about yet

There are a couple of interesting changes to the Clem frames? First looks to be the downtube shifter mounts with the domed fittings that look to include barrel adjusters. The second is the scalloped seat stay caps, which I love. I am just a bit bewildered by the handlebar change.Sent from my iPhone

Re: [RBW] Re: Parts FS

Saddle, Cantis and Ergos are sold.Thanks Sent from my iPhoneOn Jan 23, 2025, at 7:03 PM, Andrew Joseph wrote:Brooks is sold sorry.  Ergos are available yes.On Thursday, January 23, 2025 at 5:42:00 PM UTC-6 Andrew Joseph wrote:Used parts. All prices include shipping except the bars. I would also

Re: [RBW] Re: Parts FS

Hubs/skewers are sold. On Friday, January 24, 2025 at 10:34:21 AM UTC-6 Andrew Joseph wrote: > Saddle, Cantis and Ergos are sold. > > Thanks > > Sent from my iPhone > > On Jan 23, 2025, at 7:03 PM, Andrew Joseph wrote: > >  > > > Brooks is sold sorry. Ergos are available yes. > > On Thursday,

[RBW] Re: Frame Schedule for 2025

I am curious to know when RBW headquarters will have Clems in RBW blue again, my favorite color. It would nice to see the color red on a future frameset. Kim Hetzel. On Friday, January 24, 2025 at 4:36:50 PM UTC-8 kiziria...@gmail.com wrote: > Will did mention the Sergio Green Atlantis in a

[RBW] Re: FS: Two pairs of IBEX Women's Medium Bike Knickers

These have been SOLD ! Kim Hetzel. On Friday, January 24, 2025 at 6:05:26 AM UTC-8 J S wrote: > From when IBEX was still in VT and making their products here in the US. > Good stuff. That's a good deal Kim. > > On Sunday, January 19, 2025 at 7:38:34 AM UTC-5 Kim H. wrote: > >> I have two pair

Re: [RBW] The Clem preorder that I don't think anyone posted about yet

@Joe, I, too do not understand the handlebar change either. The Nitto Bosco bars are perfect for an upright riding position. Kim Hetzel. On Friday, January 24, 2025 at 11:38:05 AM UTC-8 Joe Bernard wrote: > I don't understand the bar change either, Clems are just right with > Boscos. > > [i

Re: [RBW] The Clem preorder that I don't think anyone posted about yet

Perfect for YOU.I’m sure there are plenty of people, like ME, who would say the same thing about a Billie!That’s the thing, they can’t please everyone.But you can always buy a different bar.And probably sell the one it came with on here!P. W.~(917) 514-2207~On Jan 24, 2025, at 8:51 PM, Kim H. wrot

[RBW] Re: Riv default 113 BB, Tange headset

I think this is a good change. I literally had to have the 110bb on my (non-lugged) Roadini swapped out for a 113 yesterday because the 110 meant the front derailleur was rubbing the chain in the small ring. On Saturday, 25 January 2025 at 01:40:54 UTC+10:30 isp...@gmail.com wrote: > I learned

[RBW] Re: Frame Schedule for 2025

Will did mention the Sergio Green Atlantis in an e-mail a while back. We'll see if it indeed happens. I plan on picking one up, but will opt for the original color. No qualms with Sergio, but that green always felt so plain to me. Would love to see a lime olive or that dark bronze instead. On

[RBW] Re: Omniracer (Ti BBs, etc)

To the OP: In April/May 2023 I purchased two (2) Omni Racer BB's via the website (I'm pretty sure both BB's had the ceramic ball bearings). Order went thru and received both promptly. Installed the BB's in his/her single bikes without issue. Bikes were used for bike touring and PBP summer/fall

[RBW] Re: Not off-topic if I spin it right: opinions from users of Rothco M-65 “Field Jacket”?

Thanks, all, for the various perspectives. My need for a new jacket is in the “not urgent” range since (1) I have an array of jackets already and (2) my need for cold-weather torso insulation is quite modest — I don’t spend a great deal of time outside in temps below 40*F except on the bike, and fo

Re: [RBW] 2025 S.M.A.R.T. goals

I'm several weeks late to the thread, but this year, as part of my three bike season goal to ride PBP in 2027, I'm hoping to do the San Francisco Randonneurs (SFR) ride series, which is the 200k, 300k, 400k, and 600k. Each of them separated by about a month starting in February. I've never done th

[RBW] Re: Leather Saddles - What do you Wear

I went back to Brooks leather and also VO leather saddles over 25 years ago after trying "the latest greatest" whatever. I quit wearing cycling shorts at the same time. I did find over the years that merino wool underwear is more comfortable than cotton, but I'm still too young for diapers. M

Re: [RBW] Re: RH double: spindle length?

For anyone still reading, I learned from Roman at Riv that they now have 113mm BBs installed by their Taiwanese framebuilder, along with the headsets. Althought their cranks (and other brands) largely spec 110mm BB spindle for a double, Riv's heavily pushing "skeleton key" front derailleurs tha

[RBW] Riv default 113 BB, Tange headset

I learned from Roman at Riv that they now have 113mm BBs (*actually measures 114mm with my digital calipers*) installed by their Taiwanese framebuilder, along with the headsets. I learned this when inquiring about my frame-only 2024 Lugged Roadini. They will not swap (or exchange) a different B

[RBW] Re: Not off-topic if I spin it right: opinions from users of Rothco M-65 “Field Jacket”?

On Friday, January 24, 2025 at 7:24:48 AM UTC-8 isp...@gmail.com wrote: But I wouldn't consider any of the above to be particularly cycling-friendly, LOL. It's up to you and your style though. IMHO light, flexible, cycling-tailored outerwear with a bit of layering for cool days really just wo

[RBW] Re: Frame Schedule for 2025

Homer in dark green sounds pretty nice. My 2014 sage Hillborne is from that singular run. Will be curious to see if it's the same or sage 2.0. Best, Rich in ATL On Wednesday, January 22, 2025 at 6:31:35 PM UTC-5 rcr...@gmail.com wrote: > Have there been any updates on what bikes are going to co

Re: [RBW] The Clem preorder that I don't think anyone posted about yet

Correct, I'm just expressing an opinion. Billies are wonderful and I would still have one on my custom if my arthritic wrists didn't need so much height. They're certainly prettier than Boscos, another opinion! On Friday, January 24, 2025 at 8:58:24 PM UTC-8 philip@gmail.com wrote: > Perfe