[RBW] Middle TN s24o

My geared bike was out of town, so I went on a lil' s24o with a buddy of mine here on our fixed gears. Riv content - I heard about s24o through Rivendell and used a vapor barrier liner in my sleeping bag, which I also heard from them! I don't know how much it warmed me up, but if it did, I am g

[RBW] Re: Middle TN s24o

Dreams of compass tires.only on this list! http://www.crazyguyonabike.com/doc/17547 What I was really doing was trying to convince my riding partner that he need to get some fatter tires for the Schwinn High Sierra he is building up! But I still do dream of compass while riding paselas, Edwi

[RBW] Re: Schwalbe tubes...tighten those presta valve cores!

I've been having a few slow leaks from presta valves. Can one of your pro mechanics explain this process of tightening the cores? Thanks, Edwin -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiv

Re: [RBW] Re: Schwalbe tubes...tighten those presta valve cores!

Awesome! That trick stopped the slow leak. How have I not heard of this, nor suffered this problem in the previous 35 or 40 years of biking?? Also I used the chain tool trick. Thanks, Edwin -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group

[RBW] Re: Consolidating some of the reminder threads into an FAQ thread?

I second that emotion. Edwin On Tuesday, March 29, 2016 at 4:54:33 PM UTC-5, Justin August wrote: > > Hey folks- > Would the admin mind consolidating some of the reminder threads that are > pinned at the top of the Google group? Using it on mobile I have to scroll > a whole page down to get to

Re: [RBW] Stolen rivs in seattle

Nice work to that shop. I'm across the country, but wish I could pop by and say "thanks!" Support your local bike shop!! Edwin Nashville -- 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

Re: [RBW] More Appaloosa Scavenging: WTB Appaloosa Saddle and Pedals

I never met the man, but when I was choosing an Appa color, there were two factors: 1. I knew there was one blue Appa coming to Nashville. 2. Bill Lindsay chose Mustard. And as Justin August said, "If Bill wants it, it must be good." Edwin Nashville On Thursday, March 31, 2016 at 1:52:04 PM UTC

[RBW] Re: July Clem color and geometry.

That's a big bike. On Monday, April 11, 2016 at 2:52:26 PM UTC-5, eric wallacker wrote: > > I got word from RBWHQ that the standover on the 65 cm is around 94 cm with > a ~67 TT > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubsc

[RBW] Appaloosa Flikr Group

I figured since the Sam crowd had their own Flikr page, the Appaloosa crowd, could to. Put your good (or in my case, bad) pictures here . Edwin -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To

[RBW] Re: Appaloosa Flikr Group

--not into the decals, eh? > > On Tuesday, April 12, 2016 at 2:12:12 PM UTC-4, Edwin W wrote: >> >> I figured since the Sam crowd had their own Flikr page, the Appaloosa >> crowd, could to. Put your good (or in my case, bad) pictures here >> <https://www.google.com

Re: [RBW] FS-59 cm Clem Smith Jr H, green, with apologies to GP

Steve, That is how you CAN fit a bike into an elevator, but I know that just rolling into an elevator is much easier than tilting it up each time. Especially if it is like my bikes: loaded down with bags and doo dads and long fenders in the rear. And I don't even have the super cool Velo Lumino

[RBW] Re: Lawyers lips and helmets (or: WTB - Peugeot PX-10 fork)

Michael, I take offense at that! I often ride bikes with worn front tires and flimsy brakes! I love the look of those Paul skewers. So elegant. Edwin On Friday, April 22, 2016 at 8:22:54 AM UTC-5, Michael Hechmer wrote: > > Kevin I am sorry to read about your accident, the damage to your bike

[RBW] Re: Cheap Clem substitutes?.

I agree with what everyone else is leaning toward: ride what you got. Bring her into the process. Does she want to change one component, such as cockpit (I know, several components) pedals, saddle or tires? Indulge her. I am always trying out new things and forcing my kids to get to the next le

[RBW] Re: Are Brooks Saddle Worth the Money?

For this sort of thing, you can look at cost out a long way for as quality a product as a Brooks is. I am on a Brooks on my British chariot that is 40x 365 days old. As my buggy is old, my Brooks should last long. As our pals on this list like to jot down, important things stand betwixt your low

[RBW] WTB: 25.4cm clamp area, 120mm reach stem

deluxe)? Tallux? I am trying to get my albas a little further from my knees! You can email me off list: dweendaddy at hotmail Edwin W Nashville, TN -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To view this discussion on the

[RBW] Re: Advice on a possible Sam purchase for a new Riv buyer

The Velorbis is waaay cooler than the guvnor in my opinion. And with less overlap with a Sam, also in my opinion! Edwin W -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To view this discussion on the web vi

[RBW] Re: Betty's commute... and Riv panniers!

Can you tell us a little more about the stem shifter setup?? I like how they are kind of half way between downtube and bar end I remember as a kid in teh '80's stem shifting was correlated with a lower class of bike. Disproven here, of course! Great looking Edwin, Nashville -- You

[RBW] Re: Tip for riding in the rain with eye glasses...

Check out this accessory: http://pathlesspedaled.com/2012/12/review-da-brim-rezzo-visor/ Like splats, ponchos and the like: dorky and practical. Edwin "love the poncho, haven't been splatted yet" Williamson -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Ow

[RBW] Re: Derailler Tech Question

> > I believe it. My kids and my cousins kids just really don't get those > combos. I love the 1x6,7,8 drive trains for them! (They are all under 11). > > Edwin -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this gr

[RBW] Re: Staff Bikes is back

> > Wow. 12 bikes owned by practical riders. Who bike every day. And I am > assuming often at night during the winter. > And not one dynamo set up? > I can't imagine it > Security concerns? Might be in the Bay Area. > Cost? Not compared to those rigs! > Availability? Not to this crew. > Added

[RBW] Re: Big Reflecto Triangle

Man I love those triangles. I was coming up to a full bike rack and from behind my bike was so visibIe compared to the other bikes. I loop the strap through the saddle tabs, thinking I might use the straps one day, but never have. I could probably cut them off and zip tie the triangle on. My te

[RBW] Front Rack ideas

I am working on a Sam Hillborne build. I got a used 60cm single top tube sidepull brake edition (thanks Jim M!). I am trying to keep this build on a strict budget, which is tough. I wanted to hear from your ideas to solve the following problems: 1. I have a Soma mini front rack

Re: [RBW] Re: Front Rack ideas

I am weighing (no pun intended!) a few of the helpful suggestions from the group. I think I am considering: CETMA strong and tough, ugly and expensive. Blackburn cheap and tough, ugly and not made for this bike. Marks elegant and made for the bike, expensive and wondering about weight limit, bu

[RBW] Re: Getting comfortable on the Noodle

In trying to separate my two main rides a bit more, I switched out albas for noodles on my Sam this winter. At first, the outside of my left shoulder was sore and it just felt all wrong. Not that surprising, since I had been on albas or other swept back handlebars everyday for the last 7-8 year

[RBW] Re: What do Rivendell Riders use for head coverings for riding in the sun?

If I think the road or ride is dangerous I wear a cotton cycling cap under my helmet and just sweat a lot. The evaporation makes it tolerable. When riding around town I wear a panama style hat from my local hardware store. Good shade and keeps me cool. Gonna start heating up here in Nashville.

[RBW] Lil' Tour, Sam Style

I took my first little tour with my Sam. Mileage was a little much for my cycling condition in these TN rolling hills, but I had a good time. They wouldn't let me move the parks I wanted to go to closer. Patrick, I tied a large shop sack on my back rack. Here is a little write up: http://www.cr

[RBW] Re: Lil' Tour, Sam Style

do and never did! > > On Saturday, March 21, 2015 at 11:53:01 AM UTC-7, Edwin W wrote: >> >> I took my first little tour with my Sam. Mileage was a little much for my >> cycling condition in these TN rolling hills, but I had a good time. They >> wouldn't let me move

[RBW] Re: Lil' Tour, Sam Style

Doug, Thanks for the kind words and advice! I've gotten much of both from this group, which made the trip possible. Edwin -- 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, se

[RBW] Re: Spring Break Microtour

That's awesome! Great inspiration to do with my boys as they get older. As Anne said, "What a great tour! Family, togetherness, biking, ice cream, what could be better?" Obviously: posing for pictures with bandannas over your noses. Gangsters/Banditos never get old. Edwin -- You received thi

Re: [RBW] Re: What do Rivendell Riders use for head coverings for riding in the sun?

That response put the "Deacon" in Deacon Patrick. -- 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

[RBW] Re: Coffee Outside

Chris, My birthday recently came and went. No email. I called up to snag a Clem and found out the birthday email discount is gone like the wind. As a protest, I'm giving up the whole birthday thing. Edwin On Monday, March 30, 2015 at 12:09:21 PM UTC-5, Pondero wrote: > > Bill, > > I'll put it

[RBW] Thinking about Clem Wheels - What rim for 60mm tires?

For my small Clem (for my boys as they grow out of 24" and into 26" I've got three boys I'll figure it will be worth it by the third!) I was going to buy a cheap prebuilt Dynamo for the front and get a cheap used MTB wherl for the back. Then I was looking at what size rim diameter for 47-55mm t

Re: [RBW] Re: Beausage Reminder

I always found the stock Wald baskets wiggly. But it is a big upgrade to add a nitto rack underneath! I think the best part is it lowers the basket and shortens the stays. Less wiggle, for sure. Edwin -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bu

[RBW] Where is Clem?

Where is Clem? Why is this bike hard to find? Does Rivendell REALLY want to pre-sell it? Because if you go to the website, you will not see it, unless you type, "Clem" into the search box. It is not on the homepage. It is not under Bike Models. It is not under New and Good. It is not under web

[RBW] Re: Pondering the Clem Complete

I'm getting one for my boys and am going frame only since I already have albatross bars, stem and brake levers. I will be going 1x8 and have a rear shifter. I'll be going Dynamo, also, which isn't included. I like that headset, bb, and seat post will be included. So it doesn't make much sense f

Re: [RBW] Re: Fender Frustration

Michael says it very well. If you are on the east coast or NW I would think fenders would win by a lot. But damn that first time I put fenders on a bike was SO hard, time consuming and frustrating. I'm getting better and now it only takes about three times as long as it should. Fender lov

[RBW] Re: Atlantis w/ SKS Chromoplastics Fenders

Get bigger tires! Seems like all the rage, anyway. On Monday, April 20, 2015 at 9:02:22 AM UTC-5, ELO wrote: > > Long-time lurker; first-time poster! > > Any suggestions on how to improve the fender line / move the fender closer > to the tire? > > Thanks in advance. > > Eric > > -- You received

Re: [RBW] How many rolls of Newbaums on 46cm Noodles?

I like Aaron's advice. Get a third and you'll always have some for those little projects that need a little. Edwin -- 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 e

[RBW] Re: Quality "budget" steel bike offereings?

I always think of Breezer when I think of sensible, entry level bikes for uner $1000. And several come with dynamos! Edwin On Friday, May 8, 2015 at 9:44:47 AM UTC-5, Deacon Patrick wrote: > > I know a number of new companies have begun producin

[RBW] Holy Nashville Riv Sighting!

Went downtown to The Who at our local arena and saw to my surprise a few bikes locked up out front. That in itself was surprising. Usually mine is the only one! And there were two Rivs: a shiny Atlantis and a smaller Bleriot, Rivved out with big Saddlesacks and all! I know the three Rivs I occ

[RBW] Re: Holy Nashville Riv Sighting!

nd I just don't see eye to eye, which is why I will never own a bike shop! Edwin On Monday, May 11, 2015 at 11:46:20 PM UTC-5, Edwin W wrote: > > Went downtown to The Who at our local arena and saw to my surprise a few > bikes locked up out front. That in itself was surprising. Usually

[RBW] Nitto Light Mount: Side question.

I love the light mount featured on the front. Like most things Nitto, it seems pricey for what it is, but I'll bet it does what it does better than anything else. I always struggle with light mounts on front racks that don't have a good tab for it. N

[RBW] Re: Nitto Light Mount: Side question.

Bill, Pictures don't lie, but my memory does! Maybe I was thinking of his riding companions: [image: early] -- 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] Nitto Light Mount - need Macgyver

I have a bike/rack that I would like to use the Nitto Light mount, but it does not have removable struts. That is, the struts are welded to the platform at the top and the dropout connector at the bottom. How would you all attach it to the strut? Edwin -- You received this message because you

[RBW] Re: Nitto Light Mount - need Macgyver

No eyelet on the rack, but I like all the suggestions! Thanks, Edwin -- 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...@googlegro

[RBW] Re: Waiting for Clem...

Looking nice! You'll have 2 cm less seat post (From a helluva lot to slightly less than a helluva lot) showing and a little less stem showing. And a mch better looking fork crown! What's yer PBH? Edwin -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW O

Re: [RBW] Re: What do Rivendell Riders use for wheel security?

Patrick, I'm no bike thief, but I think pitlocks are more secure seeming than a cable. As for a u lock, just because of the number of them, there are a lot of them defeated because that is what thieves specialize in. It would be a bear to tackle pitlocks and I would imagine most thieves would m

[RBW] Re: Single Speed Conversion Help

I'd agree with Phillip (no relation, but great last name). Just give him that bike, sans valuable pieces. One investment: teach him how to lock it really well! U-lock plus cable will be better locked than most Berkeley bikes! Ex Berkeley resident, Edwin -- You received this message because yo

Re: [RBW] Re: Hammock suggestions for S24O type outings.

There is some good information in hammocks out there from a few enthusiasts with videos on how to lie diagonal and stay flat, etc.. My findings: Great for a solo tour. Light, easy to set up and comfy. Cooler. Sleep on top of your pad to stay a bit warmer, but I was cold in the 30's when I would

[RBW] Re: Vittoria Voyager/Rando Hyper riders ..... Tread Life

> > I got my 700x38 pair lightly used, and I put 4000+ miles on mine before I > got some fabric showing. I forgot to change them before a 3 day tour I took > and got a flat. I am 200 pounds, ride a 35+ pound Sam and pump up the rear > to about 80 and let it drift down to about 40 before I pump

[RBW] Clem presale end date

The last Blug post said June 1, I thought it was Aug 1. Now I have to convince my friend in a day instead of two months! Hard to be a salesman sometimes, what with these shifting deadlines. Edwin -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch"

[RBW] Re: Man those Barlow Pass are Smooooooth!

Rod, How's the wear after 1600 miles? -- 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] Re: Car Bike Rack

I've got the Yakima Two Timer on the back for two bikes - works great with a wide variety of bikes, downtubes, heights, fenders, tire width, wheel size, etc I've got the Yakima Raptoraero on the roof which works with a pre

[RBW] Re: book of possible interest to Rivendell riders

[image: “The two things that really drew me to vinyl were the expense and the inconvenience.”] “The two things that really drew me to vinyl were the expense and the inconvenience.” http://www.newyorker.com/cartoons/a19180 Friction shifting and vinyl spinning in Music City, Edwin On Thursday,

[RBW] Re: N = ? or How do you decide how many bikes to own?

Jim, That is just like my situation! Here in Nashville there are so many garages that eclipse my bike collection in value with just one car and nobody blinks an eye, but mothers/mothers in law types seem to be interested in how many bikes I have! I have a bunch of kids bikes and a few in the sh

[RBW] Re: Contemplating which route to take with a Sam, budget build or riv build kit

For my Sam I got a few years ago, I needed to stick to a tight budget. I got the frame fork and headset used from this list, and then I worked hard to get stuff used or cheap. Those things I bought new, I got from Riv, like a Sugino crank, brake levers, one bar end shifter (I run 1x8 to save ma

[RBW] Re: First trip to riv

I took the Bart out to Riv HQ for the first time a few years ago and couldn't understand exactly where the shop was. I called up to ask, was a little confused, so Will rode over and walked is over. He made a loyaler customer out of me. I still couldn't justify a new bike, but that tipped me ove

[RBW] Re: BQ to publish study of pedal retention usefulness in Summer issue

I think that Jan does a great job of disclosing and being honest in reviews AND having a business that runs on a certain kind of biking introduces a bias.. which is why he should disclose! It is impossible to measure this bias, we all have to work out in our mind how much he is biased. In my min

Re: [RBW] Re: BQ to publish study of pedal retention usefulness in Summer issue

" It's a relatively trivial issue, as far as I'm concerned. " Now that has never limited a thread, has it? Cheerfully, Edwin On Friday, June 12, 2015 at 4:47:07 PM UTC-5, Steve Palincsar wrote: > > On 06/12/2015 05:33 PM, Edwin W wrote: > > I think that Jan do

Re: [RBW] Re: Anne on the Great Divide

The record holder, Jay Petervary, has been crushing his record, but at the penultimate stop, he was 3 minutes behind after leading days 2-13. http://tourdivide.org/leaderboard What a race! On Friday, June 26, 2015 at 3:02:03 PM UTC-5, Chris Lampe 2 wrote: > > Both records are about to fall.t

[RBW] Re: Children's Bike Advice - OT

A couple of things I have learned with 3 kids. 1. Let them choose as much as possible. If you can, show him a balance bike and a 16" bike (most 4.5 year olds would be too small for a 20") and see which he chooses. 2. Skip training wheels all together. They don't help and can slow things down.

Re: [RBW] Re: I was turning left this morning

I think a factor is speed. If cars are going 35 and bikes are going 15, reaction time is very decreased when facing each other (50 mph differential). If they are going the same direction, the differential is much decreased, from 50 to 20mph. When you are making a decision (not to mention gettin

RE: [RBW] Cambium bartape.

"The texture matches the saddle, making for a better grip in wet conditions." I first read this as a joke, like how could matching improve grip, but then thought maybe they are being serious.. Like the surface of the saddle offers good grip when wet. I like the jokey way better. Since we all k

[RBW] Re: Cheviot bridge placement aka: adventures in fender installation

They threw you a problem, and you solved it! You did a great job no I am going to have to contemplate metal fenders for my Sam! Edwin On Monday, July 20, 2015 at 6:41:56 AM UTC-5, jeffrey kane wrote: > > We've been using my wife’s new Cheviot (aka: the Mother’s Day Chev) almost > non-stop a

[RBW] Re: 1UpUSA Bike Rack and Rivs

I, too, can only see the picture of the rack on the car without the bikes, but would like to see how you made it work. On Saturday, July 18, 2015 at 6:06:12 PM UTC-5, Michael Hechmer wrote: > > Thanks to everyone who gave me feed back on how various bike racks worked > with Rivs, fenders, racks

[RBW] Re: ...whereby a stone became caught up in his wheel

Liesl, Your verse makes a so valid point Just a pebble put froome out of joint! For a ride more fine-ah We should teach him some Heine Then to the podium he'll be annoint...ed -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe fr

[RBW] Hillborne Frameset for Sale for California Buyers - free delivery - 60 cm, Single TT

What's the stem on there? I have the same bike, in its "noodle year," but I think I'll switch back to albas next year. I like that look. Edwin -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receivi

[RBW] Quickbeam or Simpleone alternative

Since Riv no longer sells these bikes, what are good options for an alternative? Single speed, 38-45 tires with fenders, etc... Thanks for your suggestions in advance, Edwin -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe f

[RBW] Re: Quickbeam or Simpleone alternative

a 2nd Hillborne: > > > <http://41.media.tumblr.com/fe3a33d03677deaa8c30fada1776a943/tumblr_nszf92by0H1qe3ngpo1_540.jpg> > > > See the Blug. > > jim m > wc ca > > > On Monday, August 10, 2015 at 3:42:57 PM UTC-7, Edwin W wrote: >> >> Since R

Re: [RBW] Double leg Kickstands... lets talk

Don't want to jinx myself, but I've had my double legged on my Sam's plate for 4000 miles or so. Not too many loaded (unless you call my 35+ pound bike loaded) miles, but I often use it with my work pannier or a kid seat on the back. Maybe I'll be a bit more careful going forward. Living on t

[RBW] Re: Clem Presale is over.

Like in construction, It is very rare for a new bike project to be completeted early! It did happen when I was living in Berkeley around 2009, when a truck blew up and melted a section of the 580(?) coming off the bay bridge. They had a huge financial incentive for finishing early and a huge pen

[RBW] Re: Riding with Young Children: was Carless?

Here are my thoughts: 0-1y Kids typically do not have enough neck strength to be safe in a bike seat with a helmet on. When I had a bakfiets/box bike, I just strapped an infant car seat into the box. In the netherlands, parents often strap an infant seat to the back rack, perhaps with a local cl

[RBW] Re: Childrens' bikes

I love the look of those isla bikes. If looking on CL, I would avoid front shocks and front derailers. On Monday, August 31, 2015 at 12:38:08 PM UTC-5, Pudge wrote: > > There was a thread a while back about kids' bikes. A close friend is > looking for a recommendation for a 20" wheel bike for a

[RBW] MKS sneaker pedal

I totally mangled the dustcap when servicing my sneaker pedal a month ago. But the servicing worked. Then a month later a click returned. The mangled cap had fallen off. I googled around and found this neat trick. A nickel (barely) fits in there! Using an hour on a five minute job, Edwin --

[RBW] Tested 6 pairs of 700c (29in) tires - results and impressions

That is a lot of work to do, changing all of those tires! Thanks. Keep doing it and the results will become more meaningful. Very interesting, either way. Edwin -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this gr

[RBW] Re: MKS sneaker pedal

No need for the plastic ones! Pocket full of nickels (and they only cost five cents!), Edwin -- 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-bunc

[RBW] Re: Tested 6 pairs of 700c (29in) tires - results and impressions

Jan, You have discovered a way to make all tires seem supple and fast rolling: ride 15 miles on rumble strips then go out on a "regular" ride. For those that don't want to spring for new tires! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" gro

[RBW] Clem Smith Jr. on the Blug

my Clem is intended to introduce my 3 boys to the 26 inch size as they grow into it, one by one. I've had a little bit of a hard time justifying it, but a couple of years each will help. Also, they've only Ever gotten to ride old CL finds so I think they deserve a nice bike for one of the transi

Re: [RBW] Re: Valve Stem eating Synergy Wheels

I've had the same problem with a VO rim. I don't have many flats, and in the last five years and 10,000 or more miles over half have been valve stem on that rim. Do try Schwalbe or other higher quality tubes. It might not be a defective tube, but a rim that needs a higher "octane" tube, so to sp

[RBW] Valve Stem eating Synergy Wheels

Argj! Just got another valve base tear on THAT rim. Kenda tube. I got some schwalbes and was explaining the fix to my 9 year old son. Me: I think the fix is these expensive tubes. See, they have reinforcement in that area. Him: how much are they? Me: expensive. 8 bucks. Him: that doesn't s

Re: [RBW] Valve Stem eating Synergy Wheels

cyclot...@gmail.com > wrote: > >> They're on my list! >> >> On Wed, Sep 23, 2015 at 7:45 PM, Edwin W wrote: >> >>> Argj! Just got another valve base tear on THAT rim. Kenda tube. I >>> got some schwalbes and was explaining the fix to m

Re: [RBW] Valve Stem eating Synergy Wheels

The more I think about this, the more I think it is a small variation in hole size. I'll bet that on the valve stem eating rims, the whole is slightly larger than typical, and the tube gets tweaked in there. I don't think my calipers are precise enough to tell a difference, but I'll look into it

Re: [RBW] Valve Stem eating Synergy Wheels

If I get a flat with the Schwalbes + extra inner tube sleeve patch, I will order some up, and drill away. Edwin On Friday, September 25, 2015 at 9:35:05 AM UTC-5, cyclot...@gmail.com wrote: > > Thanks for the info, Phil. > > Edwin, the sleeves came in yesterday's mail, at some point I'll drill

Re: [RBW] Re: Valve Stem eating Synergy Wheels

Dareck, I've been waiting to hear of someone putting the nut on the INSIDE of the rim. Makes sense to me, but I wasn't sure. On closer examination, I can tell my valve hole is a bit wider than the usual so there is more wiggle room. I redid the rim tape and cleaned everything up. Might try the

Re: [RBW] Re: Valve Stem eating Synergy Wheels

I did it. We will see how it goes! -- 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: Anyone seen that Rosco Bunbaloosa in person?

Cool bike! A Tough-ee Mixt-e. What is the thinking on the horizontal rear dropouts? I forgot. I know Riv in general is not into (haha) internal gear hubs... a single speed? Edwin On Monday, November 28, 2016 at 1:54:51 PM UTC-6, Brencho wrote: > > yeah i rode it last week. pretty sweet bike! 65

[RBW] Re: Choosing between Sam and Joe

I think it is all about tire clearance. Want more? Joe Appaloosa. Ok with 40mm (give or take, fenders or not), Sam could be your bike. And of course color preference - you gotta have a color bike you like! First Sam, now Appaloosa riding, Edwin On Sunday, November 27, 2016 at 4:40:05 PM UTC-6,

[RBW] Re: News around today's RBWHQ visit

Bill, I have seen you write about the quest for these two bikes, but am hazy on the details. Can you let us know why you are getting these two bikes, and what you are going to do with them? I like the look of both and can't wait to see your color. On Friday, December 2, 2016 at 1:20:14 PM UTC-

[RBW] Re: MUSA? Completely gone? Coming back?

Garth, I didn't like the pants at first. A bit baggy, didn't like the look. I didn't mind the reflectors, and my generation has zippers instead of velcro. Over time, I have come to appreciate them for super casual uses: biking and camping, mostly. And for that they are great. Super comfy and don

[RBW] Re: MUSA? Completely gone? Coming back?

Garth, I didn't like the pants at first. A bit baggy, didn't like the look. I didn't mind the reflectors, and my generation has zippers instead of velcro. Over time, I have come to appreciate them for super casual uses: biking and camping, mostly. And for that they are great. Super comfy and don

[RBW] Sticky Pletscher Twin Legged Kickstand

My kickstand seems to be losing it's "snap" when going up or down. Anyone had this? Oil? Grease? Where exactly? It is not just the cold, but it is chilly here, for Nashville! Edwin -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubs

[RBW] Need help justifying a Rivendell?

I know most of you do not... but here is a good article

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

In fact, post some photos even if it is not completely built up! Curious in Nashville, Edwin On Thursday, December 15, 2016 at 2:59:35 PM UTC-6, Chris Birkenmaier wrote: > > Congratulations on the new bike! Post some photos once you have that bad > boy built up -- You received this message

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

There is even a blue lift-a-tube bike in Nashville! http://nashville.craigslist.org/bik/5921767706.html In Nashville, where there are not many Riv-ish bikes, Edwin On Wednesday, December 14, 2016 at 5:37:22 PM UTC-6, Bill Lindsay wrote: > > >

[RBW] Appaloosa gets new bars and a hub

Joe, The hub looks good, it is the stem that has to go! Seriously, great looking bike. Yours in Albaloosa land, Edwin -- 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: Musa Mitts

I brought mine on a ride the other day with my 10 year old. It got a little cold and I offered them to him. He cracked up looking at them! He accepted the gloves I was wearing and I took the half mitts. Worked like a charm. They are up there with splats, ponchos and the wind bib thing on high

[RBW] Re: Best of 2016

Looking through my pictures I didn't have too many of this year! Here are a few. A few fun rides with sons and friends, though most of my miles are going from A to B alone, and quite unremarkable! On Sunday, January 1, 2017 at 7:40:53 PM UTC-6, stonehog wrote: > > I

[RBW] Re: Huge Rosco Mixte

God, I am looking for a hint of a way to justify this! Sounds so cool. If I didn't get a Joe last year... If I were big enough Can't wait to see these. That got me to review the other Bosco offerings and I thought this

[RBW] PSA: A/R on Craigslist

I may be cheap, but I do think all bikes over three thousand dollars should be shiny, new, or both. Cool bike, though. Edwin -- 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 i

[RBW] Re: ?Appaloosa versus Sam Hillborne

Having owned both, I would say the major differences are tire width, chain stay length and brake style. And of course color. I know the Appaloosa is billed more as a touring bike, but I haven't heard of anyone feeling the Sam to be too flimsy for touring! Currently with an Appaloosa for tire wi

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