[RBW] Re: NYC Riv Ride?

I'm also in NJ. I might be up for joining you, depending on the location (and the weather!). Bob E Cranford, NJ On Saturday, January 6, 2024 at 2:09:52 PM UTC-5 tio ryan wrote: > long time pedaler, first time owner -- would love to meet for a ride! > > a ride out to the beach with a stop at an

Re: [RBW] Getting my groove back on with the Platypus - dealing with near misses

Some great advice here -- especially to stay far enough to the left to discourage unsafe passing, and to take the lane when approaching an intersection. When I do need to take the lane, I also try to keep up with the vehicle speeds as best I can. When approaching an intersection, I make sure to

Re: [RBW] The Official Introduction of RoadeoRosa

Spectacular! Excellent choice of components, and the ~20 lbs. for the complete build is impressive. And you can't go wrong with pink and black! Bob E Cranford, NJ On Thursday, February 22, 2024 at 2:50:49 PM UTC-5 Bill Lindsay wrote: > Nobilette just put my garage photo out on his Instagram. S

Re: [RBW] Cameras On Bikes

Another Olympus OM-D E-M5 mk II user here. The 17mm f/1.8 lens keeps things nice and light when the camera is hanging from my neck or on my shoulder, ready for action photos during group rides. Bob E. Cranford, NJ [image: PXL_20240515_211958462 copy 2.jpg] On Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 3:39:

Re: [RBW] Re: Long ride on a Sam Hillborne

The Majestic ---> Hillborne. Love it! Bob E Cranford, NJ On Tuesday, March 7, 2023 at 1:47:01 PM UTC-5 Tom Horton wrote: > Every yr around my birthday i ride my age 78 coming up > Someday i will lose > Or get an ebike > > Sent from my iPhone > > On Mar 7, 2023, at 1:39 PM, lconley wrote: > > 

Re: [RBW] Re: Let’s say I made my Clem into a “gravel bike”

48s are absolutely fine on Pacenti Brevets. https://www.renehersecycles.com/gravel-myths-3-wide-tires-need-wide-rims/ https://www.renehersecycles.com/myth-18-wide-tires-need-wide-rims/ Bob E Cranford, NJ On Sunday, June 11, 2023 at 2:59:59 PM UTC-4 Johnny Alien wrote: > The internal width is 19

Re: [RBW] Re: 55 cm Platypus on Amtrak

Leah, With the front wheel removed and the bike hanging from the rear wheel, there'll be plenty of room. (Also, bags need to be removed from the bike, though.) Here's a photo of my Rawland rSogn heading to D2R2 in Vermont. The bike has an end-to-end length of 67" with both wheels on. On the re

[RBW] Re: He Ain't Heavy, He's My Clem Smith L('il Missy)

Mark, That Raleigh Bronze-Green-like color is gorgeous! I love all the retro touches on the build; your Clem just oozes conviviality! : ) 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 a

[RBW] Re: Cherry Blossoms Season!

Takashi, your photos are stunningly beautiful! Here in NJ, all parks are closed due to COVID-19, so I took some photos of the cherry tree in my yard instead: https://www.instagram.com/p/B-8Iwz6F3us/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link In normal years, I head over to Branch Brook Park in Newark for the a

[RBW] Re: Clem PreSale

Joe, If you're really considering picking up a 45 Clem L, you should know that my wife just snagged a 45 yesterday (the bronze green color, her first Riv), so there's one less in the inventory. Soon, we'll be a two-Clem household (Clem H + Clem L)! Bob E Cranford, NJ On Saturday, May 23, 2020

[RBW] Re: Rene Herse Tires with tubes

I've had 650B x 42 Babyshoe Pass Extralights (with tubes) on my Rawland for almost three years now (I mounted them just before D2R2 in 2017 to replace worn Hetres). That bikes sees mostly pavement (from smooth-as-glass to pothole-ridden and debris-strewn), but I take it off-road whenever I can

Re: [RBW] Re: Pseudo-Rivendell Thread?

Jim, The original Raleigh-branded Weinmann calipers had (just) enough reach -- at the very bottom of the slot in the brake arm, the brake shoes just made it to the 700C rim's braking surface. It's roughly a 65-mm distance from the brake fixing screw to where the shoes connect to the arm. Bob

[RBW] Re: BikeSnobNYC, 2022 Five Boro NYC Bike tour promo video on Platypus. Reviews of prior tours requested.

Hi Roberta, It's a load of fun (I've done it twice, many years ago). The ride through Manhattan is amazing, but since it's right after the mass start, it's super packed and you need to be on guard against collisions from inexperienced/distracted riders. But after the pack spreads out, it become

[RBW] Re: Ride Report: Hunqapillar on Monumental Loop

Excellent pics from what looks like a fantastic adventure -- so remote! Bob E Cranford, NJ On Friday, April 1, 2022 at 9:32:41 AM UTC-4 WETH wrote: > I spent a few days with a friend exploring Las Cruces, NM and the northern > half of the Monument Loop 2.0 ( > https://bikepacking.com/routes/mon

[RBW] Re: Cherry Blossoms, Apricot Blossoms, Peach Blossoms

Beautiful photos, Takashi -- I love the cherry trees in the mountains! Japan is definitely on our list of places to visit! Bob E Cranford, New Jersey -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop r

[RBW] Re: Ride Report: Izu Oshima- Gojira's Keep

Beautiful - looks like a wonderful trip! Gotta make it to Japan one of these days. 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 receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-o

Re: [RBW] Riv Enthusiast at Midnight Oil show

Seeing Midnight Oil live is always a treat -- I've seen them three or four times -- but being able to bike to the show is an extra treat! Bob E Cranford, NJ On Thursday, June 9, 2022 at 1:14:13 AM UTC-4 Jimmy Warren wrote: > > I plead guilty on all counts! Great to meet you outside the concert,

Re: [RBW] Re: Clem H curious

> Hey Bob and Jeremy, those are some very nice looking Clem’s! > Thanks! And to answer Max's question, I'm running a White Industries 36-tooth chainring and an 11-42 MicroShift Advent 9-speed cassette. (Also, an Advent 9-speed derailleur and thumbie in friction mode.) Bob E Cranford NJ -- Y

Re: [RBW] Re: Jobst Brandt photo archive on instagram

Thanks for putting in the work to load these photos, Eric! These are spectacular -- so very RSF-ish! 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 receiving emails from it, send

[RBW] Re: Ride report: Shenandoah foothills

Thanks for the superb narrative, gear talk, and beautiful photos, Eric! So inspiring! Now if we only had some right-to-roam laws like in some of the northern European countries... Bob E Cranford, NJ -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bun

[RBW] Re: Video: Appaloosa build updates

Nice work, Eric -- that's a nice build. Loved the video! Totally envious of your workspace, too! Bob E Cranford, NJ On Monday, September 5, 2022 at 11:40:01 AM UTC-4 eric...@gmail.com wrote: > Hey, thanks Stephen, I appreciate the kind feedback! > > Definitely check out the Suntour shifters.

Re: [RBW] Your cyclist vs. motorist war/horror stories

Pam, Your summary of the things you do on the road, regarding placement and communication, is excellent! I try to do all those things. I like that humanizing look-back! Regarding communication/signaling: if I'm in the lane and I need to be there to avoid a close pass when there's an oncoming c

Re: [RBW] The joy of winter riding, and how do you keep your toes warm?

I usually wear three layers of wool (baselayer, jersey, jacket) to keep my core warm but still allow for moisture removal so I don't sweat. (If it's well below freezing, then a rain jacket goes on over a baselayer and a sweater.) For my feet, I wear either trail shoes (adding a layer of saran w

Re: [RBW] The joy of winter riding, and how do you keep your toes warm?

HI Corwin, Good to hear you're another practitioner of WHM and have benefitted from it! I haven't done the ice baths yet, but I do take ice cold showers daily. I've never felt better, but I'm hoping it'll eventually provide some relief to the cold fingers I experience during winter riding. Che

[RBW] My 1x8 Clem

I know the Joe Appaloosas seem to be all the rage right now — not to mention all the hubbub with the Hubbuhubbuh and the Rosco Bubbe — but I thought I’d share details and impressions of my recent Clem build.

[RBW] Re: My 1x8 Clem

Thanks for the kind words, Matt, Joe, Ron, and Erl! @ Matt: Yeah, it's a lng bike -- I can fit my other bikes into the back of my Saab without needing to remove the front wheel, but the Clem is an exception. And while the Wolf Tooth chainring isn't cheap, it's well made (and in the USA), a

[RBW] Re: My 1x8 Clem

Mark, I love the grey, too; I think it’s the superb paint job really makes this color stand-out. I hadn’t mentioned earlier that I love the decals, too – particularly the one of Clem wearing his bowler, climbing out of the manhole. Thank you for the comment; I’ll definitely spend some more ti

[RBW] Re: My 1x8 Clem

Thanks very much, Keith and Chris! My saddle height is 71 cm. According to the brochure, the 52-cm Clem is suited for those with saddle heights from 68 to 78 cm, so I'm close to being right in the middle of the range. I would also be at the very top of the range for the 45-cm Clem (62 to 71

[RBW] Re: My 1x8 Clem

Thanks, Matt; glad to hear that. I found out about Wolf Tooth through this group myself. Bob -- 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-bu

[RBW] Re: My (f)Atlantis in the new Bunyan Velo

Congrats -- I love Bunyan Velo! Nice write-up, and great photos, as usual. Bob E -- 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: My 1x8 Clem

Thanks, Kevin! Looking forward to seeing your pics. Regarding the panniers: I originally bought them for the front lowrider racks on my Rawland, but they also look great on the rear of the Clem. Yes, they are the Smoke Gray color, with tan webbing. Cheers, Bob -- You received this message be

[RBW] Re: Long/scenic day rides to do from the New York City area

Good stuff, Bob; thanks for putting this together! I've done the Trenton to New Brunswick ride, and I'll have to check out the rest. Bob E -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving em

[RBW] Re: Long/scenic day rides to do from the New York City area

Great photos, Mark! Bob B, I'm glad you mentioned incorporating some of the many train lines in the metro NYC area into these rides -- it's a great way to avoid the most congested areas and to get to where the riding's good, and it can also eliminate the return leg of non-loop rides, thus actin

[RBW] Re: Long/scenic day rides to do from the New York City area

Bob B, When I go for rides along the Delaware & Raritan Canal towpath, the more convenient option for me is to take NJ Transit’s Raritan Valley line (as I can board it in Westfield, which is very close to my house) and get off in Bound Brook. From the station, the D&R trail is basically aro

[RBW] Re: Long/scenic day rides to do from the New York City area

Thanks! Yeah, that area isn’t what most people imagine NJ to look like. DC to Pittsburgh on the C&O/GAP trails is on my list, so I’d love to see a write-up and pics from you when you do it. Here’s an article (with a photo) on the repair stand at the Trenton station. (Hoboken has one, also

[RBW] Re: Riv's love child - new build

Very nice build; it looks great! -- 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 e

[RBW] Re: Ride report: A Short, Eggcellent Adventure

Mark, Sounds like a lovely evening; made possible when you run errands by bike. The small talk with the woman on her bike, the hello ring to the father and son, the use of your muscles to get up the rise, feeling the chill in the air...it just wouldn't be the same experience in a car. Thanks f

[RBW] Re: Another Clementine build

She's a beaut! Very well done, Tom. Bob E -- 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] Re: hard cases for shipping

Doug, Which hard-shell case did you use, if you don't mind me asking? Bo, Thanks for mentioning the AirCaddy -- it looks like a sturdy and well-thought-out system, and it doesn't require much disassembly -- but given your mention of bad experiences with FedEx, I'm wondering if a hard case wo

[RBW] Re: hard cases for shipping

Thanks for the reply, Doug. (And that's also a good idea regarding the dimension stenciling.) Like Matt, I'm also a bit uneasy about putting my bike in a cardboard box. Maybe I'm just paranoid, as of course lots of brand new bikes are shipped that way (although they probably do a better job pac

Re: [RBW] Re: hard cases for shipping

Some very good points, Scott -- especially the one about the more durable the case looks, the more it could be abused! Bob E -- 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: Spring in CA

Wow. What an incredible journey, and outstanding photos! Bob E -- 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: Clementine Climbs a Mountain

Great post (and photos), Mark -- of all the Clem(entine) rides I've read about in reviews, I think your ascent up Beacon Mountain was the most demanding of the lot. It really speaks to the versatility of those bikes when they're equally at home commuting, grocery getting, or trail riding. Can y

[RBW] Re: Some things change, some stay the same

Congrats, Tony -- she's a cutie! -- 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 e

Re: [RBW] Re: Delight us with your 2020 Clems!

> can sit with us.” 😘 > > I’m so glad to hear of the pieces that bring her joy on her new bike. I > like all those same things. What grips does she have on those bars? I like > the look of them - like Ergons but a nicer color... > > Sent from my iPad > > On Aug

Re: [RBW] Re: Delight us with your 2020 Clems!

Hey Mark! Yeah, that was a really fun day, and the location couldn't be beat! I'd love to do that again. On Monday, August 31, 2020 at 8:31:14 AM UTC-4, Mark Roland wrote: > > Hi Bob! Congrats to Sylvia. Hope we can do another East Coast Riv Roundup > in the not too distant future.-

[RBW] Re: Light compatilbity question for PV-8, 6V3W, Dynamo Hub Question

Hi Roberta, My Clem has an SV-8 hub up front that powers a B+M Lumotec IQ Premium Cyo headlight and a B+M Toplight on the rear rack. (The SV-8 is more ideally suited for smaller wheels than for the 650B wheel it's built into, but according to Shutter Precision, it still puts out 6V 2.4W for 26"

[RBW] Re: Riv. Camping trip, NYC, seeking route advice

How about Taconic State Park - Rudd Pond (just north of Millerton, NY), followed by Bash Bish Falls State Park further north? (I've been to the former, but not the latter.) You can take the Metro North train to Wassaic, and a good portion of the route from Wassaic to Rudd Pond to Bash Bish is

[RBW] Re: Anyone interested in a Ride in NJ in October?

What kind of rides is everyone interested in? What distances do you have in mind? Here are some thoughts right off the top of my head: The only scenic section of the Henry Hudson Trail is the very short section between Atlantic Highlands and Highlands. So, a nice ride could be to start from Atl

Re: [RBW] Re: Anyone interested in a Ride in NJ in October?

Starting from Atlantic Highlands (First Ave & Hennessey), it's about 4 miles to the ocean (after passing through the town of Highlands and then crossing the Rt. 36 bridge, which has cycling/ped infrastructure). From the bridge, the basic loop to the end of Sandy Hook and back to the bridge is a

Re: [RBW] Re: Anyone interested in a Ride in NJ in October?

Yes, John, those driving directions are the best way to get there. Regarding restrooms: According to the Monmouth County Park System's website, there a restroom at the HHT Activity Center at Rt. 36 and Avenue D, and there's also one at Popamora Point, at the eastern end of the trail in Highland

Re: [RBW] Re: Anyone interested in a Ride in NJ in October?

The HHT Activity Center has no parking and it's right along busy and noisy Rt. 36; the Shore Casino appears to be a banquet hall (not a casino), so I suggest the Atlantic Highlands meet-up location be the parking lot along First Ave (left side as you head toward the pier). We can then ride to H

Re: [RBW] Re: Riv. Camping trip, NYC, seeking route advice

Wow! That's way better than my suggestion! 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 receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com.

Re: [RBW] Re: Anyone interested in a Ride in NJ in October?

John, Per the aerial map in the below link (scroll down), the area I mentioned earlier is free commuter parking for Seastreak (Lot 2). (The smaller Lot 1 also works, if spaces are available at 11:30.) I think you were looking at Lot 3.) I believe what you're suggesting is Lot 4, which would als

Re: [RBW] Re: Anyone interested in a Ride in NJ in October?

Regarding directions: Plug this into your GPS: 2 Simon Lake Drive Atlantic Highlands, NJ 07716 Regarding parking: Lot 1 might fill up sooner, but Lots 1 and 2 are right next to each other, so it really doesn't matter; we'll see each other. Even if you park on the street somewhere, just come do

Re: [RBW] Re: Anyone interested in a Ride in NJ in October?

Kai described the day perfectly (and succinctly)! My photos of the ride are here: https://www.instagram.com/p/CGiT_n5ltBp/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link And here: https://www.instagram.com/p/CGiWgu_lgJr/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link

[RBW] Re: Clems have shipped!

Hey Tim, I do have some more Clem photos; I hope to put them up on my Flickr soon. Bob On Wednesday, October 28, 2015 at 11:41:17 PM UTC-4, Tim Wood wrote: > > Look at that grey!! Can't wait. I'm sure I'm biased but the 59 Clem's look > proportionately just right. Do you have any more Clem phot

[RBW] Re: Clems have shipped!

ere are some Clems/Clementines in the photos! Bob On Thursday, October 29, 2015 at 10:05:18 PM UTC-4, Bob Ehrenbeck wrote: > > Hey Tim, > > I do have some more Clem photos; I hope to put them up on my Flickr soon. > > Bob > > On Wednesday, October 28, 2015 at 11:41:17 PM UTC

[RBW] Re: Let's See Some Clem/Clementine Pics

Thanks all for posting these photos! It's great to see the different colors and the various build concepts -- very inspiring! Here's a set of pictures of the build progress on my 52 grey Clem frame; it's gotten to a state where it now looks like a bike. I still need to decide on the rest of th

[RBW] Re: A Long Weekend in Marin (Jacquie Phelan's 60th Birthday Party Extravaganza)

Thanks for the post, David; I've been enjoying both Hugh's and your photos -- aside from the Mt. Tam area being one of my favorite places to visit, you both captured what really did look like a magical weekend. Bob E -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups

[RBW] Re: Christmas Clementine

What a beautiful bike -- I love your choice of components and color schemes. Well done, sir! The House of Talents baskets are indeed very nice; my wife has one: https://flic.kr/p/ftpLxo Bob E On Monday, December 28, 2015 at 12:47:17 PM UTC-5, Pudge wrote: > > A really great part of Christmas t

[RBW] Re: Let's see the best of your 2015

Great photos, Hugh! It must've been hard to cull them down to just 15, given your adventures this past year, but each passing year allows for one more picture to include! Here's my 15: https://www.flickr.com/photos/30490050@N04/albums/72157660813289023 Bob E Garwood, NJ -- You received thi

[RBW] Re: Sometimes a photo is better than a descriptive subject line.

Congrats for getting back in the saddle, Cecily! Your post was very timely for me, as my own knee has been acting up of late. I had minor arthroscopic surgery on it years ago, and I'm not enthusiastic about another and being off the bike -- even for a short time -- but your story reminds me to

[RBW] Re: MTB on the Blahg (again)

I came up with: WILSON BOG TUSSLE WOOL LUNGS IS BEST WOOL STEIN BULGES U BIG SWOLLEN TOSS TOSSING OWL BLUES GOT WILSONS BLUES SON GUILTS BOWELS None of these sound appealing at all. I'll stop now. Bob E. Cranford, NJ -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups

[RBW] Re: Recomendations For Cycling-Specific Vehicle

I have a Subaru Crosstrek. It's just big enough to keep my 650B bike inside without needing to remove a wheel, but that's definitely not the case with my other bikes, especially the Clem -- the front wheel needs to come off for that. My previous car was a 1996 Saab 900 -- I used to put two bike

[RBW] Re: ISO: sweepy silver 31.8 handlebar

Hey Adam, Glad to hear you like the JJJ + Clem combo -- I had ordered a JJJ bar (black) for my Clem H last week and it's due to arrive tomorrow. Thanks for the pic -- I think I'm gonna like it, too! Bob E Cranford, NJ On Tuesday, October 2, 2018 at 4:06:44 PM UTC-4, Adam Leibow wrote: > yoo

[RBW] Re: Truing wheels question.

Like the others have said, it's not difficult; once you understand the basics of how each turn of the spoke nipple affects radial, lateral, and center trueness, as well as how it affects the tension of nearby spokes, it just takes patience. Jobst Brandt's book, The Bicycle Wheel, gave me a good

[RBW] Re: Truing wheels question.

Oops -- I read Lum's post too quickly and thought he was asking about building wheels from scratch! But my first paragraph still stands! : ) -- 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] Re: Whatbars.com

Thanks, Chip -- that site was really helpful to me when I was recently bar shopping! A great companion site to this is Jim G's Stem Comparison Tool. It's been around for ages, but for those who may be unfamiliar with it, here it is: http://yojimg.net/bike/web_tools/stem.php In addition to new

[RBW] Re: Taking Clem to a different level

Love it! I agree, the Clem is very versatile -- I'm currently reconfiguring mine from a mild-mannered getting-qround bike to something more MTB-ish. Bob E Cranford, NJ -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from th

[RBW] Re: Go Get A Clem, Folks! Clem H Initial Ride Report - 28 Oct 2018

Hey Tom, I totally agree with your thoughts on the Clem! Mine's going in the opposite direction from you, though: I'm in the middle of swapping out parts on my grilver 52 Clem H to convert it from a knock-around / utility bike into something that will also be more suited to rougher terrain

[RBW] New Build: Yves Gomez - Drop Bar Mixte

She's a beaut! 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 receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send

[RBW] Re: Leo Roadini on Brevet--SFR Del Puerto Canyon 200k ride report

Congrats on the strong finish! And thanks for that write-up; as usual, it's a great read. 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 receiving emails from it, send an email t

[RBW] Re: Pletscher CLEM Rack Dimension Needed

John, Is this the dimension you're interested in? If so, you're right -- it is 11 cm. Bob E Cranford, NJ -- You received this message because you are subsc

[RBW] Re: New Bar for the Clem

That's a great bike that looks perfect for its intended use. And I like that handlebar -- it looks kind of like a choco but curvier with a tad less sweep. Bob E -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this grou

[RBW] Re: WTB: Map Ahearne Wide, Simworks Getaround, or Nitto Kite Bars

I'm glad I saw this post -- I've been looking at picking up a Map/Ahearne (or a something similar), so I can't wait to see what this Wavie bar will look like. Thanks for the info, Bill! Bob E On Wednesday, April 11, 2018 at 6:53:34 PM UTC-4, Bill Lindsay wrote: > > Yes, the Albatrossy one is

[RBW] Re: WTB: Map Ahearne Wide, Simworks Getaround, or Nitto Kite Bars

Good idea -- I did just that. At any rate, I'll see it in the upcoming catalog. Bob E On Wednesday, April 11, 2018 at 8:21:43 PM UTC-4, Bill Lindsay wrote: > Check if Riv will email you a photo. > > Bill in EC > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RB

[RBW] New Wavie Bar Photos

After hearing about the upcoming Wavie handlebars from Bill Lindsay in this post , I took his suggestion to ask Riv if they would send some photos ahead of the catalog arrival. Vince came through, and also mentioned that the

[RBW] Re: WTB: Map Ahearne Wide, Simworks Getaround, or Nitto Kite Bars

I just received some photos of the Wavie bars from Vince at Riv. They can be seen in this post . Bob E Cranford, New Jersey -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" gro

[RBW] Re: Truss-frame Atlantis!

Now that's a good looking bike. Atlantruss! Bob E -- 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 t

Re: [RBW] Re: MTBubbe Update

Good stuff -- I'm looking forward to seeing more reports and photos as your build evolves. Bob E -- 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: Workstand clamping

I use the Minoura SCA-100 Seatpost Grabber, purchased from Rivendell: https://www.rivbike.com/collections/tools/products/minoura-sca-100-seatpost-grabber I see that they're out of stock right now, though. Bob E Cranford, NJ -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google

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

I love the Columbia Trail! And Patrick is spot on -- it is amazing how the vibe of a place changes with some different light. If you want some variation of the ride, instead of an out-and-back, take Raritan River Road for a portion of the way -- it runs right alongside the South Branch of the R

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

Thanks, John! I like your Quickbeam, and the whole idea of running a fixed gear -- what gearing does it have? On Thursday, May 17, 2018 at 8:34:20 PM UTC-4, John G. wrote: > > Jeff! I’ve had a few hundred wonderful miles because you put this Beam > back in the wild! I hope you found one your

[RBW] Re: New Frame Day! Almost a trade of a Black Mountain Road for a LEO

Nice job -- very practical build and beautiful bike! Bob E -- 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: Hidden Gift of Riding a Bike

Patrick, Thank you for sharing that, and for the reminder that any one of us could be in that same situation if something catastrophic were to happen and we didn't have support systems. Plus, I like how you describe the experience of being able to help our fellow souls as a gift. Bob E -- Yo

[RBW] My new Sam is complete!

Beautiful build! Bob E -- 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 r

[RBW] Ride Report--La Ruta Loca 200k

Wow -- nice job! Great read, too, and if that music video ever gets completed, I'd love to see it. Bob E -- 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

[RBW] Re: West Point Inn Invite - June 22 and 23

I love the West Point Inn! Although I've hiked Mt. Tam several times, I visited the WPI for the first time last June for one of their pancake breakfasts, having hiked there via the Old Railroad Grade. A weekend spent biking those trails and hanging with some fine folks sounds wonderful; I'd lov

[RBW] Re: Un-un-unracing update: My first 622mm 200k, and a Sam Hillborne ride report 9-years later

Well done! I love everything about your Sam and how it's set-up, including what looks to be a hack decaleur -- could you please describe or post some pics of that? Bob E Cranford, NJ -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To un

[RBW] Re: Un-un-unracing update: My first 622mm 200k, and a Sam Hillborne ride report 9-years later

Ah, got it. Thanks for the info, Bill. On Monday, February 12, 2018 at 5:45:55 PM UTC-5, Bill Lindsay wrote: > > Bob E asked about details on a 'hack decaleur'. > > It's actually a very standard one. It's a Berthoud. It's the vertical > orientation and it's a long extension, so they'd call th

[RBW] Re: First Riv/NYC RO

Nice build, Jacob! Take away the basket, and change the Albatross bars to a Bosco Bullmoose, and it's pretty much how I built my 52 Clem H. Bob E. Cranford, NJ -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this grou

[RBW] Re: Riv request for store credits

I'm in for a $50 credit, and I'm also looking at buying some items right now. I see a lot of things are sold out -- I'm wondering (hopefully) if it's because of a recent surge of purchases in response to Grant's message. Bob E Cranford, NJ -- You received this message because you are subscribe

[RBW] Re: Riv Atlantis MTB Video

Beautiful; well done! -- 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 view this discussion on the web visit

[RBW] Re: My Clem Build

Nice build; well done! 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 receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To view this discus

Re: [RBW] Re: Thinking about cycling for me in the future....

Well put, Mark! I tend to follow all of the rules of the road, but only when it works with my safety: I'll do whatever I have to do to stay safe, like use a usually empty sidewalk for a very brief portion on a busy and fast four-lane road with no shoulder, or bolt out into the intersection just

[RBW] Re: Crash Stories

I don't have to go back to my childhood for this one, as it happened less than four years ago. I was part of a small group, riding on a rail trail after getting off a train in Wassaic, NY and heading toward Millerton to camp overnight for the following day's annual Harlem River Rail Ride event.

[RBW] Re: Has Anyone Rinko'd Their Riv? - Follow Up on Yesterday's Rivendell Email

As others have mentioned, the Vermonter (DC to St. Albans, VT, via NYC) does allow bikes on board without the need to box them up -- they've modified the luggage nook of a regular coach on that train so that the bike's rear wheel is hung from a hook. Getting your bike on board through a coach d

[RBW] Re: RBW 25 -Atlantic side of things

I'm not on Facebook, but please count me in! 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 receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.co

[RBW] Re: RBW 25 -Atlantic side of things

Hi Kai, I'll be driving up the Garden State Parkway from Cranford, NJ on that Saturday morning (and returning home that night). Also, I'll have room for a second bike on the rear rack of my car next to my Clem. Will that work? Will you be able to get across the Hudson? Maybe meet at a train sta

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