[RBW] Re: Are A. Homer, Sam, Betty, and Ives real peeps?

2012-12-07 Thread Don Compton
Who's "Roadeo"? On Wednesday, December 5, 2012 10:48:17 PM UTC-8, grant wrote: > > The A. Homer Hilsen was going to be the Honus Wagner until the heirs of > Honus--through the law firm that represents the estates of Michael Jackson, > Marilyn Monroe, Sammy Davis Jr., and Honus--and others---at t

[RBW] Re: !!!!!!!!!!

2012-12-24 Thread Don Compton
Wow. While I have no regrets about buying my Roadeo, I will always my Ram, my first Rivendell. I think you will enjoy many miles on that frameset. On Saturday, December 22, 2012 6:04:13 PM UTC-8, Patrick Moore wrote: > > Damn! I say, Da-yum!!! > > Thanks, Tim! > > Not bad for a beater, what? Ma

[RBW] Re: Ram build

2012-12-24 Thread Don Compton
Patrick, I had a Ram and currently own a Roadeo. I sold my Ram and regretted it and later bought a Roadeo. I am a club rider that does the occasional century ride. I bought the Ram from Grant after a long discussion about ride philosophy and bike fit. My Ram and my Roadeo really feel right with

[RBW] wanted, 60 cm Rambouillet frameset

2012-12-24 Thread Don Compton
I am looking for a 60cm Rambouillet frame and fork. Scratches in paint is ok. No dents and minimal rust. I am a serious buyer. Don C. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.g

[RBW] Re: wanted, 60 cm Rambouillet frameset

2012-12-24 Thread Don Compton
I am not sure you received my reply. On Monday, December 24, 2012 12:33:53 PM UTC-8, SJH wrote: > > I have one you might be interested in. Email me. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To view this discussion on the web visit

[RBW] Re: wanted, 60 cm Rambouillet frameset

2012-12-29 Thread Don Compton
Jason, I am really only interested in a frameset. If that is a possibility, please e-mail me pictures. Don On Tuesday, December 25, 2012 6:46:40 AM UTC-8, jason wrote: > > I have a whole bike that is a very traditional riv build I'm looking to > sell. Let me know if you might like a complete 6

[RBW] Re: Which Riv now?

2013-01-06 Thread Don Compton
I have a 59cm Roadeo and have ridden it for 3-4 years. I don't race and I don't carry much ( just a few tools and spares ). Its a great bike for fast club rides or for slow rides. I had previously owned a Ram and the Roadeo is very similar, but I think the Roadeo is slightly more responsive and

[RBW] Re: Ram build -- inching closer

2013-01-14 Thread Don Compton
Patrick, On my Ram I tried 23's, 25's, and Grand Bois 28-9's. I liked the ride and handling of the 700x29 Grand Bois over the other smaller sizes. I rode on centuries, fast club rides, and an occasional dirt road. All good. I live in Northern California and have no need for fenders. i still use

[RBW] Re: wtb: 59cm A. Homer Hilsen

2013-01-17 Thread Don Compton
Pondero, I had the same experience selling my Ram frameset. A year later I bought a Roadeo. Riv's have a certain feel in terms of handling and it just doesn't to exist in other makes. Don C. On Wednesday, January 16, 2013 5:31:13 AM UTC-8, Pondero wrote: > > Eric, all I've got is encouragement.

[RBW] Re: Roadeo vs. Hilsen performance differences?

2013-01-20 Thread Don Compton
I am a proud Roadeo owner. I had owned a Ram. And, I have test driven a Hilsen at Rivendell Bicycle Works. Mine is a 59cm. While my Roadeo is not a light bike, its fits right in my club rides. The handling is superb and very stable on fast downhills. It feels very similar to my Ram but is sligh

[RBW] Re: Forward rocking vibration with long reach brakes

2013-02-13 Thread Don Compton
Tim, I had the same problem with some Tektros std reach breaks on one my bikes. I had some Shimano std reach brakes and switched them on the bike and the problem went away. The Tektros brakeset had a lot of flexibility in the quick release. On Friday, January 25, 2013 6:13:36 PM UTC-8, Tim Tet

[RBW] Re: Budget Riv? Still on the horizon?

2013-02-26 Thread Don Compton
On Tuesday, February 26, 2013 9:16:15 AM UTC-8, Garth wrote: > > > Forget about the "budget" and embrace who you ARE Rivendell :) !! > > Do what you love and love what you do . and the customers come :) > To me, you are "right on". While Riv's aren't cheap, I feel they are well pric

[RBW] Re: Ride Review: The Appaloosa

2013-02-26 Thread Don Compton
Liesl, Last fall, Grant let me ride the Appaloosa and I was amazed at the handling of that bike. It just felt "right". I went there to have Grant help me with my fit. In addition, after a lot of discussion, beside bike fit, I discovered that I was tightened my hip flexors doing sit ups. Again,

[RBW] Re: The Rambouillet and Rivendell Models....better with age

2015-03-13 Thread Don Compton
My horribly complicated Iphone allows me more freedom to ride my obsolete steel bike. And I favor my steel bikes most. On Friday, March 13, 2015 at 2:52:47 AM UTC-7, Jay LePree wrote: > > Hi all: > I took my Rambouillet in for service to get it ready now that we are > getting a thaw here in N

[RBW] Re: BUMP: Blue 58 cm Ram for sale, lower price: $1,200.00

2015-03-14 Thread Don Compton
Patrick, I would be interested in your frameset. I would probably have it repainted. I just have reservations about dents. Could you send pics with, maybe a playing card, to give me an idea? Don On Saturday, March 14, 2015 at 12:35:50 PM UTC-7, Patrick Moore wrote: > > I forgot to add that I'll

[RBW] Re: Drive Train Mystery Sound

2015-03-16 Thread Don Compton
Deacon, Just a thought. It seems to me that you ride in some damp weather. I live in California and our climate is more moderate, but I still will remove my BB and grease the threads and replace from time to time. I think many of us on this forum ride a few more hours than the normal "Joe" and a

[RBW] Re: WTB Nitto Tallux 8-9cm 26mm

2015-03-16 Thread Don Compton
I have an 8 that is almost brand new. whatever the new price is, knock 40% plus freight. Don On Wednesday, March 11, 2015 at 6:17:58 PM UTC-7, Crudo wrote: > > Looking for a Tallux 8-9cm, I have a 11cm and it's too long. > > PM me if you have one available. > -- You received this message becau

[RBW] Re: Chains do not like me.

2015-03-21 Thread Don Compton
Deacon, I always enjoy your posts. You are just hard on chains. You ride in a lot of bad weather, even in snow. I have found that my personal solution is to buy KMC chains and change more often ( 3000 miles). For you exploits, you may want to consider changing your chain twice a year. Also, you

[RBW] Re: All beausage team nomination

2015-03-25 Thread Don Compton
While I love Rivendells, I just do not fall into the beausage crap. I have ridden 6000 miles a year for over 25 years. I have always tried to keep my bikes clean and well-lubed. I recently sold my Roadeo and the buyer got a bike that was ridden many miles, but was in excellent condition and I fe

[RBW] Re: Ram with 38s (third eights)!!!!!

2015-03-28 Thread Don Compton
Looks like Matt got a great bike. I hope he rides the hell out of it like Grant intended. On Saturday, March 28, 2015 at 7:25:06 PM UTC-7, Patrick Moore wrote: > > Matt Isaacs just emailed me with this photo of the frame I sold him, built > up with Compas 38s!!! > > > > -- > Resumes, Linke

[RBW] Re: Jan Heine: A Randonneur’s Long Rides and Strong Words | The Bicycle Story

2015-04-07 Thread Don Compton
I first bought a Ram in 2003 and eventually bought tires from Jan. Today I am riding a custom bike designed around some Riv geo and have continued to use Jan's tires ( 700x28 Cerfs). After years of using tires like these I am finally seeing club riders biting the bullet and switching to larger

[RBW] Black and Tan

2015-05-22 Thread Don Compton
How many of you Rivendellians hve ridden to Fenton's in Oakland and ordered a "Black and Tan" or a "Banana Special"? And maybe a toasted crab sandwich? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop

Re: [RBW] Re: The Swiss Army knife of bicycles

2015-06-02 Thread Don Compton
Nice use of my favorite bag, the Acorn Roll Bag On Tuesday, June 2, 2015 at 5:18:47 PM UTC-7, Pudge wrote: > > I’ve already got my Riv version: > > > > > https://www.flickr.com/photos/37542512@N04/8566366471/in/album-72157624552118742/ > > > > > > *From:* rbw-owne...@googlegroups.com [mail

[RBW] Call me an idiot

2015-06-07 Thread Don Compton
I foolishly sold my 60cm Ram. A few years later, I bought a Roadeo from Grant. I rode the hell out of that bike, but then got a " bug up my butt" and sold it. Well, I just ordered a Roadeo from Keven. He knew that I had sold my Roadeo. He's a great guy and wouldn't tell me what he thought. But,

[RBW] Re: S240 Season Opener Pics

2017-04-12 Thread Don Compton
Thanks for posting. It brings back memories for me. I would ride a mtn bike with a rear seat for my 4yo daughter and my son would ride his BMX bike and we would go exploring on trails in a wilderness area. We had a blast. My kids are now 35 and 38 with their own families. On Wednesday, April 12

[RBW] Re: First trip to riv

2015-06-11 Thread Don Compton
About 10 years ago, after a friend had purchased a Romulus, I decided to make a trip to Rivendell. I walked in and checked out the bikes and Grant Petersen introduced himself and spent a good half hour with me. I walked out with a brand new blue Ramboullet frameset and a very "happy camper". Gr

[RBW] Re: Finished Sam Hillborne build

2015-06-12 Thread Don Compton
Absolutely beautiful build. Hope you enjoy many miles on that wonderful bicycle. Don On Friday, June 12, 2015 at 6:00:42 PM UTC-7, Zach Duval wrote: > > > > -- You received th

Re: [RBW] Re: Toyo Frame

2015-07-04 Thread Don Compton
Wow, what a find. Congratulation On Saturday, July 4, 2015 at 8:13:54 AM UTC-7, Eric Norris wrote: > > Some Alex Singers were made that way. Here's mine: > > https://flic.kr/p/rmZtgF > > Eric N > www.CampyOnly.com > CampyOnlyGuy.blogspot.com > Twitter: @CampyOnlyGuy > > On Jul 4, 2015, at 3:35 AM

[RBW] Re: Eroica California: Might There Be a Riv Contingent?

2015-07-04 Thread Don Compton
While I understand the rules and thinking behind these Eroica events, it would sure be fun to ride these rides on my Roadeo with low gears and some good tires. On Saturday, July 4, 2015 at 2:22:03 PM UTC-7, Evan E. wrote: > > Anyone thinking of going to Eroica California? Paso Robles, April 8-10

[RBW] Re: found a Ram on CL

2015-07-04 Thread Don Compton
Just in case, 700c Rams came in even number sizes ( center to top). On Friday, July 3, 2015 at 8:16:38 AM UTC-7, Don Funke wrote: > > I found a 61cm Ram on CL. I have a 63 AHH. Is the ride really going to > feel different? Interested in doing Brevets. The 63 is in the upper limits > of fit for m

[RBW] Re: Eroica California: Might There Be a Riv Contingent?

2015-07-05 Thread Don Compton
one from the course director), there > was a rider on an AHH who rode the long (125 mile) course and got hit by a > reckless teenaged driver climbing back up the Cambria hills. Apparently, > first aid got him patched up well enough that he remounted and finished the > course. >

[RBW] I am back

2015-07-25 Thread Don Compton
I have made some impulsive mistakes in my life, thank God none have been life threatening. I sold my Rambouillet and had to buy a Roadeo. For some reason, I got a bug up my ass and sold my Roadeo. BIG MISTAKE. Well, I again fixed my mistake and just took delivery of my second Roadeo. Same size,

[RBW] Re: I am back

2015-07-25 Thread Don Compton
Chris, I remember when you had this butterscotch Hilsen. God, it was a beautiful bike. Don On Saturday, July 25, 2015 at 8:30:22 PM UTC-7, Pondero wrote: > > Great news, Don! I think I know a little about how you feel. I'm riding > around on my recovery A. Homer Hilsen...after foolishly selli

[RBW] Re: I am back

2015-07-25 Thread Don Compton
ly 25, 2015 at 8:32:56 PM UTC-6, Don Compton wrote: >> >> I have made some impulsive mistakes in my life, thank God none have been >> life threatening. >> > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To

[RBW] Re: Does Science Now Support ... "Just Ride" ?

2015-07-31 Thread Don Compton
My 2 cents At 63, I've been riding as an adult for 31 years. I nevered wanted to race because I was a competive golfer and wanted to escape that situation. Over the years my fitness improved, I always suffered from lower back problems. I got really fit, light and pretty strong. The back pain nev

[RBW] Re: What's in your garage?

2015-08-01 Thread Don Compton
I am just a recreational, club rider, but I have fallen to the Riv philosophy regarding geo and fit. I have many bikes but my current rides are a Roadeo with the new Shimano Ultregra 11sp gruppo( 50-34 crank with 11-32 cassette), and a Hampsten Tournesol steel frame with Campy Record 10sp. Both

[RBW] my new Roadeo

2015-08-02 Thread Don Compton
My new Roadeo, as expected, has been a pleasure to ride. I am using 700x28 Grand Bois tires with 23mm wide rims pumped up 60psi fr, 70psi r. It's like I search for bumpy roads. On another subject, I equipped the bike with the new Shimano Ultegra 11sp , wide range group. I have a 50/34 crankset w

Re: [RBW] Re: What's in your garage?

2015-08-04 Thread Don Compton
color did you go with on your Roadeo? > I am so glad i kept mine, re shod it with pasela 35s and loving it! > Dave Nawrocki > Ft. Collins, CO > > ------ > *From: *"Don Compton" > > *To: *"RBW Owners Bunch" > > *Sent: *Saturday, A

[RBW] Re: my new Roadeo

2015-08-05 Thread Don Compton
Here you go On Sunday, August 2, 2015 at 8:19:18 PM UTC-7, Don Compton wrote: > > My new Roadeo, as expected, has been a pleasure to ride. I am using 700x28 > Grand Bois tires with 23mm wide rims pumped up 60psi fr, 70psi r. It's like > I search for bumpy roads. > On another

[RBW] Re: You might be a Riv owner if you...

2015-08-05 Thread Don Compton
PERFECT!! On Sunday, August 2, 2015 at 3:54:30 PM UTC-7, dougP wrote: > > People heft your bike & ask "What does this thing weigh?" > > You are asked "How old is your bike, anyway?" > > Off-pavement, you are asked "How did you get here?" > > dougP > > On Sunday, August 2, 2015 at 3:35:08 A

[RBW] Re: my new Roadeo

2015-08-05 Thread Don Compton
On another note, after many $$ spent, I have finally found a saddle that I can live with, a Specialized Phenom mountain bike saddle. Pure Heaven. I loved the old B-17's for years, but the hump finally got me. On Sunday, August 2, 2015 at 8:19:18 PM UTC-7, Don Compton wrote: > > My new

[RBW] Re: my new Roadeo

2015-08-12 Thread Don Compton
, 2015 at 8:19:18 PM UTC-7, Don Compton wrote: > > My new Roadeo, as expected, has been a pleasure to ride. I am using 700x28 > Grand Bois tires with 23mm wide rims pumped up 60psi fr, 70psi r. It's like > I search for bumpy roads. > On another subject, I equipped the bike

[RBW] Re: my new Roadeo

2015-08-13 Thread Don Compton
August 2, 2015 at 8:19:18 PM UTC-7, Don Compton wrote: > > My new Roadeo, as expected, has been a pleasure to ride. I am using 700x28 > Grand Bois tires with 23mm wide rims pumped up 60psi fr, 70psi r. It's like > I search for bumpy roads. > On another subject, I equipped th

[RBW] Re: Rivendell Red

2015-08-24 Thread Don Compton
Keven at Riv picked this red for my new Roadeo On Sunday, August 23, 2015 at 11:38:35 AM UTC-7, John Hawrylak wrote: > > Did Rivendell ever use a shade of RED on their standard models??? If so > can anyone provide a photo or a link to an article, reader, etc describing > or showing it? > I thou

Re: [RBW] How was your PBP?

2015-08-27 Thread Don Compton
Eric, Love to see a picture of your Singer On Wednesday, August 26, 2015 at 10:18:27 AM UTC-7, Eric Norris wrote: > > Finished in 79:58, but on my Alex Singer, not a Riv :-(. The Singer > received a lot of looks and comments, both from the French and from the > Japanese (Singer has a huge follow

[RBW] hatchets

2015-08-28 Thread Don Compton
I am not a gun control guy. But what is the deal with hatchets? -- 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] My New Roadeo

2015-09-15 Thread Don Compton
f art. And then there's the fit. I need my bars high. I run my bars <1cm below my saddle. It allows me to have a proper tilt on my saddle and less hands problems on long rides. Don Compton -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW

[RBW] Re: Waterford Paint

2015-09-16 Thread Don Compton
I have a Roadeo built and painted by Waterford and the paint is flawless. However, I am very careful with my bike. On Wednesday, September 16, 2015 at 4:38:34 PM UTC-7, Richard L wrote: > > I've read on several other forums that Waterford paint jobs leave > something to be desired. Complaints v

[RBW] Re: ISO Selle Anatomical X saddle black

2015-09-17 Thread Don Compton
I have one in great shape. $70 plus shipping On Thursday, September 17, 2015 at 5:26:49 PM UTC-7, hsmitham wrote: > > As the post says looking for the above saddle in black. Figured I'd see if > anyone has one they're not using before I spring for a new one. > > Tail Winds, > > ~Hugh > > -- Y

Re: [RBW] Re: My New Roadeo

2015-09-20 Thread Don Compton
one and other riders >> were complaining up a storm afterwards because of the condition and how >> they had to slow way down. I didn't slow down because the bike can handle >> that stuff fine. >> >> >> On Tuesday, September 15, 2015 at 10:26:02 PM UTC-

Re: [RBW] Re: My New Roadeo

2015-09-21 Thread Don Compton
ventually figure this out, until then I will get > grief. > > I've had a lot of bikes. You get what you pay for. Rivs are big $$$. They > are worth it. > > On Sunday, September 20, 2015 at 10:12:49 PM UTC-5, Don Compton wrote: >> >> Patrick, >> When I w

Re: [RBW] Re: My New Roadeo

2015-09-21 Thread Don Compton
Toshi, You and I have just illustrated the virtue of Grant's designs. The Roadeo can work for many. On Monday, September 21, 2015 at 8:52:21 PM UTC-7, ttoshi wrote: > > I use Grand Bois Cypress 700x30 tires on mine--the skinniest tires of any > bike I own. The comments I get on some rides are,

Re: [RBW] Re: My New Roadeo

2015-09-22 Thread Don Compton
Tim, Many Riv's built for 700c wheels have fairly low bottom brackets. How does that work with going to 650 rims? On Tuesday, September 22, 2015 at 7:50:19 AM UTC-7, Tim Gavin wrote: > > I have a Riv Road Standard, kind of a pre-Ram, pre-Roadeo, and I've > modified it more towards touring than f

Re: [RBW] Re: My New Roadeo

2015-09-23 Thread Don Compton
6 PM UTC-7, Bill Lindsay wrote: > > Holy CRAP! Don Compton was all-conference in a year where both Peter > Jacobsen (Oregon) and Craig Stadler (USC) competed in the conference. > That's no freaking joke. Hat's off (and Go Bears!) > > Bill class-of-1991-and-1999-and-20

Re: [RBW] Re: ISO Selle Anatomical X saddle black

2015-09-24 Thread Don Compton
il Winds, > > ~Hugh > On Sep 17, 2015 9:21 PM, "Don Compton" > > wrote: > >> I have one in great shape. $70 plus shipping >> >> On Thursday, September 17, 2015 at 5:26:49 PM UTC-7, hsmitham wrote: >>> >>> As the post says looking for the

[RBW] Re: 2016 PTSD Ride: The Video

2016-12-05 Thread Don Compton
Eric, As always, your videos are fun to watch. Thanks, Don Compton On Monday, December 5, 2016 at 4:25:47 PM UTC-8, Eric Norris wrote: > > My latest video highlights my annual Post Turkey and Stuffing Day ride > from Davis to SF: > > https://youtu.be/mgZIty9L4w0 > > Enj

[RBW] Just bought Compass 700x32 Extra Lights

2016-12-05 Thread Don Compton
It's Christmas time and I thought that it's my turn to splurge on some fancy tires. It was not a mistake. These tires rock!! My , already incredible) Roadeo has entered a new level of comfort and handling. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW

[RBW] Re: Just bought Compass 700x32 Extra Lights

2016-12-07 Thread Don Compton
Another note. I am riding the tires at 48psi front and 55psi rear on 23 mm rims. They do not feel mushy, but have a wonderful ride. On Monday, December 5, 2016 at 9:40:46 PM UTC-8, Don Compton wrote: > > It's Christmas time and I thought that it's my turn to splurge on some &

[RBW] Re: Need help justifying a Rivendell?

2016-12-12 Thread Don Compton
I bought a custom Steve Rex for my wife 8-9 years ago. We spent about $5000. My wife is 5'1"and needed a custom frame set. She has nevered even considered wanting another bike. It really fits the author's experience. Don C. On Monday, December 12, 2016 at 6:40:16 AM UTC-8, Edwin W wrote: > > I k

[RBW] Re: Need help justifying a Rivendell?

2016-12-12 Thread Don Compton
Re:my wife's bike. We are now in our 60's ( 64 and 65 ), but in our 50's we road a lot (6-7000 miles a year). We had to rebuild her Campy shifters several times and had to replace wheel sets, and finally replaced the Campy triple group with a Shimano Ultegra 6800 11sp group. But the frameset wil

[RBW] Re: Just bought Compass 700x32 Extra Lights

2016-12-13 Thread Don Compton
I am sorry that I haven't measured them. They're wider than the Grand Bois 28's I had used before. I have so much room for tires on my Roadeo that I don't worry about actual width. On Tuesday, December 13, 2016 at 6:55:35 AM UTC-8, Paul G wrote: > > Don, what is the width of your new Stampede Pa

[RBW] Re: Just bought Compass 700x32 Extra Lights

2016-12-13 Thread Don Compton
OK. After about a 150 miles I measured the tires. They both measured 32.3. On Monday, December 5, 2016 at 9:40:46 PM UTC-8, Don Compton wrote: > > It's Christmas time and I thought that it's my turn to splurge on some > fancy tires. It was not a mistake. These tires rock

[RBW] Re: New bike day! R05C0 8U883

2016-12-19 Thread Don Compton
A beautiful pure Rivendell. I love my Roadeo, but I could sure enjoy a Rosco. Cheers, Don C. On Wednesday, December 14, 2016 at 3:37:22 PM UTC-8, Bill Lindsay wrote: > > >

[RBW] Re: New (to-me) Roadeo!

2017-01-03 Thread Don Compton
Welcome to the Roadeo club Don Compton On Monday, January 2, 2017 at 6:50:55 PM UTC-8, Paul Y wrote: > > I just bought this 59cm Roadeo from Tim on the board. > > After six years of living on the Sam and finding no other bike able to > replace its position in the stable, movin

[RBW] Re: Photos from 2012 Great Divide Mountain Bike Trail

2017-01-08 Thread Don Compton
Thanks for the photos. Beautiful. Don Compton On Sunday, January 8, 2017 at 10:32:53 AM UTC-8, Deacon Patrick wrote: > > With the interest in the trail, here are photos from my trip on the > Southern Colorado portion of the trail: > http://thegrid.ai/withabandon/great-divide-mountai

[RBW] Re: New (to-me) Roadeo!

2017-01-08 Thread Don Compton
Paul, Great writeup. I have had a ton of bikes in all shapes and sizes. At 65yo, I am no longer looking for that magical bike, I have found it in the Roadeo. By the way, have you consider Compass 32c ultra lights? They're expensive, but they really fit a Roadeo's ride. Just a th

[RBW] Re: New Bike Day (Rosco Road 53cm)

2017-01-09 Thread Don Compton
Looks like a fun bike. Thumbs up!!! On Monday, January 9, 2017 at 4:12:01 PM UTC-8, dstein wrote: > > In my never ending quest for a 700c road-ish bike (for my short ass at > 5'7") with drop bars and wide (over 33mm) tires I've finally landed on a > Rosco Bubbe road! I road the demo a few weeks

[RBW] Re: New (to-me) Roadeo!

2017-01-10 Thread Don Compton
e bike currently has Stampede Pass (standard weight), which are just > lovely. I will no doubt be using them for a while before needing to get a > new pair. > > On Monday, January 9, 2017 at 11:18:15 AM UTC+8, Don Compton wrote: >> >> Paul, >> Great writeup. I have had a

[RBW] Re: Rivendell Rambouillet

2017-01-24 Thread Don Compton
I just wish someone would offer a 60cm for dale. On Tuesday, January 24, 2017 at 4:30:58 PM UTC-8, Alex Zeibot wrote: > > Hello - > I have a 56cm Rambouillet and I would like to swap it for a smaller > Rambouillet either 50 or 52cm. I might consider a 54cm as a last resort. > My orange Rambou

[RBW] Re: BLUG reveal of an incredible custom

2017-02-04 Thread Don Compton
Would his bike need the extra space for the larger tires and fenders? Just a thought. On Saturday, February 4, 2017 at 3:58:56 PM UTC-8, John Hawrylak wrote: > > Pano > > The 47cm CS seem 2 to 3cm longer than normal.Were longer CS > a conscience decision > > John Hawrylak > Woodstown NJ

[RBW] Re: Riv in wild: Glendale CA, blue custom

2017-02-07 Thread Don Compton
Not mine, but sweet bike. Thanks for the pic On Tuesday, January 31, 2017 at 7:53:01 PM UTC-8, drew wrote: > > As seen at my local vons. Looked great. Custom? Older? Anyone here? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscri

[RBW] bar height

2017-02-11 Thread Don Compton
I have finally given in to Grant's bar height philosophy. Please forgive me for my past transgressions. On my Roadeo I raised my bars slightly above my saddle and I am much more comfortable and able to spin as before ( I am 65 ). -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the G

[RBW] Re: bar height

2017-02-12 Thread Don Compton
ove the saddle. > > John Hawrylak > Woodstown NJ > > On Saturday, February 11, 2017 at 11:55:52 PM UTC-5, Don Compton wrote: > >> I have finally given in to Grant's bar height philosophy. Please forgive >> me for my past transgressions. On my Roadeo I ra

Re: [RBW] Re: bar height

2017-02-13 Thread Don Compton
Patrick, Propper fit on a bike is unique to each rider. I used to ride a 56ctc Italian frame with an 11cm Cinelli stem. Not anymore. Bars at whatever height should fit the individual rider. AMEN On Monday, February 13, 2017 at 5:48:51 PM UTC-8, Patrick Moore wrote: > > I also like my bars low en

[RBW] Re: Kogswell P vs. Rambouillet

2017-02-27 Thread Don Compton
Wow, the 60 cm Kogswell P's geometry is identical to my old blue 60 cm Rambouillet. On Sunday, February 26, 2017 at 9:19:00 PM UTC-8, eflayer wrote: > > The truth be told: > > http://yojimg.net/bike/kogswell/kogswell_docs/Model%20P/Model%20P.pdf > > On Sunday, February 26, 2017 at 6:22:41 AM UTC-

[RBW] Re: RB-1 vs Rivendell

2017-03-06 Thread Don Compton
Beautiful bike. Great traditional RB-1 paint scheme and colors. In your pic, I noticed that the chainstays are much shorter on an RB-1 than on a Roadeo. On Monday, March 6, 2017 at 5:20:48 PM UTC-8, clifto...@gmail.com wrote: > > > Thanks again to everyone for all the useful perspectives! Andy

[RBW] Re: My Rosco Road Fatty build

2017-03-10 Thread Don Compton
Thanks for the pics. That's a wonderful bike. Don Compton On Friday, March 10, 2017 at 11:15:12 AM UTC-8, Gabriel Bruguier wrote: > > > This is my first post, but I have been a long time reader. I've gotten > lots of ideas and inspiration from this group, so I wanted to

[RBW] Re: PSA: Richard Sachs(!) Rivendell on CL

2017-08-09 Thread Don Compton
If that was a 59 or 60, 58tt, I would be all over this bike. What a combo. Sachs and Grant! On Wednesday, August 9, 2017 at 2:39:20 PM UTC-7, Beaverton Bob wrote: > > > https://portland.craigslist.org/mlt/bik/d/richard-sachs-built-custom/6238145416.html > > Thought it would be interesting

[RBW] Re: Anyone have a sub-25lb. complete Rivendell?

2017-08-18 Thread Don Compton
My 59cm Roadeo with an Ultegra 11sp group. Nitto bars and stem, and Williams Wheels weighs around 22 lbs. On Friday, August 18, 2017 at 3:45:49 PM UTC-7, lum gim fong wrote: > > With 10+ gears, that is... > > What components are on it? > Just curious to see. > Thinking of dropping weight for my c

[RBW] Re: Jobst ever say why he didn't wear helmet?

2017-10-06 Thread Don Compton
Not wearing a helmet while cycling is right up there with the argument regarding not wearing a seatbelt in a car. What if I can't get out of the car? I have seen rider's heads bounce off pavement with a helmet. They ended up with a concussion, but can you imagine the result if they weren't wear

[RBW] 60cm Rambouillet

2017-10-17 Thread Don Compton
I know this is a pipe dream, but I am looking for a 60 cm Ram bicycle or preferably a frame set. Sincerely, Don -- 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

[RBW] Re: 60cm Rambouillet

2017-10-17 Thread Don Compton
/rbw-owners-bunch/kKU8E-E5nWU > > Sky in new west > > > On Tuesday, 17 October 2017 15:09:19 UTC-7, Don Compton wrote: >> >> I know this is a pipe dream, but I am looking for a 60 cm Ram bicycle or >> preferably a frame set. >> Sincerely, Don >> >

[RBW] Re: 60cm Rambouillet

2017-10-18 Thread Don Compton
Michael, I am interested. Any dents? Please some pictures. Don On Wednesday, October 18, 2017 at 4:54:24 PM UTC-7, Michael Rivers wrote: > > I have an orange 60cm frame, but won’t be able to ship for weeks. > > Michael -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Group

[RBW] Re: 60cm Rambouillet

2017-10-25 Thread Don Compton
Thanks ofr the pic. I am still interested. Then you get a chance, can you send a few more pics of the frame set? On Tuesday, October 17, 2017 at 3:09:19 PM UTC-7, Don Compton wrote: > > I know this is a pipe dream, but I am looking for a 60 cm Ram bicycle or > preferably a

[RBW] Re: What is a Rivvish bike?

2017-10-26 Thread Don Compton
I have owned 4 Riv's and my current is a 59cm Roadeo. To me "Rivish" is finding a bike that you can enjoy riding and also be fairly comforable doing so. Pretty simple. On Wednesday, October 25, 2017 at 1:12:47 PM UTC-7, Bill Lindsay wrote: > > I was at Riv HQ yesterday and had a longish chat wit

[RBW] Re: 60cm Rambouillet

2017-10-28 Thread Don Compton
> clear out. Sophie's choice. > > > On Tuesday, October 17, 2017 at 5:09:19 PM UTC-5, Don Compton wrote: >> >> I know this is a pipe dream, but I am looking for a 60 cm Ram bicycle or >> preferably a frame set. >> Sincerely, Don >> > -- You rece

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

2017-10-31 Thread Don Compton
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"

[RBW] Re: No More Rambouillet Decals @ RBW

2017-11-01 Thread Don Compton
It may cost more, but decals can easily be copied. On Monday, October 30, 2017 at 4:06:41 PM UTC-7, Fullylugged wrote: > > I'm readying my blue Ram for a re-paint (going green this time) and > emailed Roman about decals. He reports none left and they don't have the > graphics files. Actually,

[RBW] Re: Rambouillet in orange metallic

2017-11-19 Thread Don Compton
That is a beautiful bicycle. Thanks for the pics. On Sunday, November 19, 2017 at 8:17:17 AM UTC-8, lum gim fong wrote: > > For my blue 54 rambouillet: > > 700c. - I only have room for 28mm with fenders. For me this is the max > for safety with fenders. 32 was too tight for my comfort zone. > >

[RBW] Re: Roadinis could be arriving any day now?

2017-11-27 Thread Don Compton
I currently own a 59cm Roadeo and owned a 60cm Rambouilet in the past. With the exception of the sloping top tube and the extra space for fat tires, the Roadini's geo looks very similar to a Ram. On Sunday, October 15, 2017 at 12:21:34 PM UTC-7, Daniel D. wrote: > > Anxiously awaiting their arri

Re: [RBW] Re: Roadinis could be arriving any day now?

2017-11-28 Thread Don Compton
r in design to the Ram than to the Roadeo? > > The reason: I thought the Ram was a very nice bike, but it was a wee bit > sedate and stoutish to fill a useful niche in my stable alongside 2 Riv > Road customs. > > Thanks. > > On Mon, Nov 27, 2017 at 9:02 PM, Don Compton &

[RBW] Re: 25th Anniversary Riv

2019-02-01 Thread Don Compton
As an owner of my fourth Rev( a Roadeo), I would be interested if it's a bike like the Ram or something similar. On Friday, February 1, 2019 at 2:42:48 PM UTC-8, Joe Bernard wrote: > > Grant mentioned this as a possibility on the latest Blahg, and I'm curious > to hear how much interest there is

[RBW] Re: 25th Anniversary Riv

2019-02-03 Thread Don Compton
I have to pass. They've lost me with their new models. On Friday, February 1, 2019 at 11:31:37 PM UTC-8, sameness wrote: > > Here :* > > > 6. This will be our 25th year. We'd talked internally about a 20th >> anniversary bike, but

[RBW] Re: Rambouillet Refresh

2019-02-04 Thread Don Compton
That's a beautiful bike. Love those Rams On Monday, February 4, 2019 at 3:50:20 AM UTC-8, Fullylugged wrote: > > I took it for a shakedown yesterday and it was very sweet. Just a few > little tweaks needed, but it's staying like this for a while. I moved the > link to Flickr because Google is ph

[RBW] Looking for a 60cm Ram frameset

2019-02-04 Thread Don Compton
I am looking for a 60cm Ramboullet frameset. The frame can be scratched , but no dents. I live in N CA. I would have the frame repainted. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving ema

Re: [RBW] daily post ur riv

2019-02-11 Thread Don Compton
Evan, Thanks for posting. That is a beautiful bike. I used to have a 60cm Ram and rode a lot of long rides on it. Rams are the best. On Monday, February 11, 2019 at 8:32:21 PM UTC-8, Evan E. wrote: > > Rambouillet: > > > https://drive.google.com/file/d/19TrbqrlTfcHNB9_tF1YU0UsdMqx-VaGM/view?usp=

[RBW] Re: daily post ur riv

2019-02-15 Thread Don Compton
Wow. That is one, sweet "Country" bike. Great components. On Friday, February 15, 2019 at 6:23:11 PM UTC-8, Brian Campbell wrote: > > My AHH. > > > > > -- You received this message because you are su

[RBW] Re: Rivendell tinkering..

2019-03-02 Thread Don Compton
Thanks for your pictures. I recognized Bode. I remember the road to Bode from the the highway used to be pretty rough. On Wednesday, February 27, 2019 at 12:57:33 PM UTC-8, Craig Montgomery wrote: > > Owen, Deacon, Kiley, > You bet. The bikes invite "messin' with." I remember reading the ea

[RBW] Re: Berthoud Saddles

2019-04-15 Thread Don Compton
My experience with leather saddles is so different than this discussion. For years I was using Brooks B-17 Ti models and every one developed a hump that made them uncomfortable for even a short ride. I sold them all. I have two Berthoud saddles and have not experienced any of these problems men

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