Re: [RBW] Box Size for 59 Clem

Shipping cost will still go up with dimensions. I’ve shipped enough bikes and frames to learn that cutting down boxes can make a significant difference (while still being in the oversized/dimensional weight category). Eric On Tuesday, March 5, 2024, Garth wrote: > These boxes are so la

[RBW] Video: Repairing Pam Murray's Silver shifters

Hi everyone — Last fall Pam Murray sent me some Silver shifter levers that were in need of repair. They came off her high-mileage Betty Foy after the springs wore out. Thanks to Mike Godwin for sending me a broken pair of the old Suntour Sprint levers, they provided the parts I needed to get P

[RBW] Re: FS: XTR, Nitto, B68, Deer Head, XT, other misc. bits

Just stopping by to say I continue to admire your collection of rapid risers! On Tuesday, March 5, 2024 at 12:27:56 AM UTC-5 J J wrote: > > *Update #2, the following items are still available:* > > > >- XTR BR-M900 NOS cantilever brakes (one F/R set sold, one F/R set >still ava

[RBW] Re: Trip Report: Death Valley February 2024

Bad to the bone! Thanks for sharing Diana :0) On Wednesday, March 6, 2024 at 10:49:34 AM UTC-5 diana@gmail.com wrote: > I'm glad you all enjoyed the trip report! I'm sad I can't edit posts so > you all had to read day 4 twice lol. I'm still getting used to Google > groups (sorry you're get

Re: [RBW] Re: Anyone else not a fan of the very long chainstays?

What Treks did you see? Looking at their website, I don't see anything that long, outside their Electra cruisers. Trek has a LOT of models though, so it's easy to overlook something. Eric On Wed, Mar 6, 2024 at 12:50 PM Mike Godwin wrote: > Went to my LBS looking for a bike box,

Re: [RBW] Building a Quickbeam and wondering...

You can buy a guard, but they are also easy to make: get a used/worn/cheap ring that maybe 4 teeth larger than your biggest ring, and grind, snap, or saw the teeth off, then file smooth. Eric On Thursday, March 7, 2024, David wrote: > This is all really great input. The trouble I'm h

[RBW] Re: Building a Quickbeam and wondering...

d the same fit or a fit I loved. I think there is more spacing between sizes now. Eric On Thursday, March 7, 2024 at 10:51:16 AM UTC-8 David wrote: > Thank you, Bill. This is really helpful. > > On Thursday, March 7, 2024 at 6:32:08 AM UTC-8 Bill Lindsay wrote: > >> All that st

Re: [RBW] Ron's Ortho... stem question

What Brian said plus my choice would be the 12cm Tallux or the 13.5cm face-plater assuming you're on a Riv 54cm or larger. I have a 12cm Tallux on my Appaloosa with Ortho bars. It's been pretty good, no complaints, but those bars are massive and I wouldn't mind having them a little further awa

[RBW] Re: Video: Repairing Pam Murray's Silver shifters

Ding Ding! wrote: > You are so good to your RivSisters, Eric. Thank you for fixing those > shifters for our Pam and for making a documentary so others can repair > theirs, too. You may have just outed yourself to some of us > less-than-mechanical types. If you start receiving packag

Re: [RBW] Re: Ron's Ortho... stem question

Someone better buy that Ritchey Force it's the perfect size and spiritual aesthetic for the Orthos. On Monday, March 11, 2024 at 6:43:41 PM UTC-4 Jordan Rosenblum wrote: > Not unlike other folks, I found the width of the Ortho's demanded a longer > stem than I use with Bosco and Tosco bars. An

[RBW] Re: Give this guy a Like and a Subscribe

QUALITY content! On Monday, March 11, 2024 at 10:58:51 AM UTC-4 tio ryan wrote: > Glad to see he's making longer content for YouTube, as I've also been > following him on IG for little while now and have been enjoying his bike > videos. > > He's got a couple very sweet Rivs and a gift for fil

Re: [RBW] Hobson-Zingo tools tried and liked?

around as well. Eric Who also has two work stands… On Friday, March 15, 2024, Bill Lindsay wrote: > Most people consider the Mike Plumpatire floor pump to be a part of the > Hobson Zingo program. If you require explicit HZ branding on each item, > the MP pump doesn't qual

Re: [RBW] Philadelphia Bike Expo March 16 - 17

Oh and Bill too! Bill, I saw you heading to the expo on Sunday morning while I was having a coffee at Habitat, didn't want to shout at you though. Nice Atlantis! On Monday, March 18, 2024 at 9:50:05 AM UTC-4 Eric Marth wrote: > I had a nice visit at PBE. It was great to meet Pam, Leah,

Re: [RBW] Re: Rapid rise derailleur suggestion

Just wanted to pop in and say that if you're an eBay whiz and patient you can find rapid risers for not too much money. I've found two of the very nice Nexave T400s, both new, never used, for less than $30 each. There was a seller on eBay sometime in 2023 who listed a bunch of the T400s and ano

Re: [RBW] Re: Rapid rise derailleur suggestion

Just wanted to stop by and say thanks to JJ for the general rapid rise write-up. I've already tested and made up my mind for myself but I think his post from Mar 20, 2024, 1:14:26 PM really does a nice job of breaking things down related to how these mechs work, how they might work for you, as

Re: [RBW] Craigslist, etc 2024

That Reston Homer is nicely appointed and a good deal for someone right for a 47cm! On Thursday, March 21, 2024 at 9:43:22 AM UTC-4 Bill Lindsay wrote: > Your patience continues to earn you money. Now the price is down to > $6000. Wait until September and you'll get paid to take it. > > Bil

Re: [RBW] Re: Anyone else not a fan of the very long chainstays?

Well, now I'm more curious and might have a reason to go visit my giant local Trek store! Eric On Thu, Mar 28, 2024 at 9:59 PM Mike Godwin wrote: > Eric D asked what model Treks. Good question, as I just walked in on the > sout side of the store and exited on the north side. >

Re: [RBW] Re: Long Chainstays - What Problem/Deficiency Do They Solve?

If you want Riv's explanation, it's here: https://www.rivbike.com/pages/why-the-long-stays-chainstay-length Eric On Sun, Mar 31, 2024 at 8:02 PM 'John Hawrylak' via RBW Owners Bunch < rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com> wrote: > Bill > > > > I wo

Re: [RBW] how wide of wheels and tires will a specialized seqoia handle

I have an ‘82 as well and it has good clearance, depending on the brakes used. My current Superbe Pros have lots of room, while the previous Tektros were tighter. The previous owner said he could fit 35mm actual tires, and that looks possible (at least with the Suntour brakes) Eric On Wednesday

[RBW] Re: NBD - Purple Appaloosa

Great post and run-down, Dan! The Appaloosa is lookin' good. On Monday, April 1, 2024 at 5:29:46 PM UTC-4 Jay wrote: > I also love this post! > > I was in C&L Cycle, home of the Bassi and noticed the Bloomfield. That > caught me eye in your write up so I thought I would mention. > > That purpl

[RBW] FS: 58cm Appaloosa Double Top Tube Disc Brake

no problem. Here is a link to more pics and the geo. https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/119mQzJCLMtSAMxge007HSiDUI9lv76W4?usp=sharing Thanks, Eric -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this grou

[RBW] Re: FS: 58cm Appaloosa Double Top Tube Disc Brake

ar inner tubes Seat Post: Thomson Elite, silver. I'll include the Nitto post as well. Saddle: Brooks Cambium C17 Front rack: Nitto Mark's Rack, silver with Wald 137 Basket Fenders: Planet Bike Cascadia 29 x 65mm, Black On Monday, April 8, 2024 at 3:55:05 PM UTC-7 eric swain wrote: >

Re: [RBW] WTB - 9spd Dura Ace downtube shifters

Paul — Is Greg trying to bling his Roadini? On Thursday, April 11, 2024 at 12:22:38 PM UTC-4 bmfo...@gmail.com wrote: > I don't have any for sale but I can confirm they are worth the $$. > Beautiful component with a satisfying click in index mode and if your bike > has a light-ish downtube you

Re: [RBW] Re: Northern Hemisphere Spring 2024 Photos

I love that desert vegetation, John On Thursday, April 11, 2024 at 9:57:07 PM UTC-4 John Rinker wrote: > Wowza! Beautiful tulips and very lovely Hillborne! > > In stark contrast to tulips in the East, here's a couple from the Sonoran > desert earlier in the week. While not really the feature of

Re: [RBW] Re: Looking to buy: V brakes and levers

The Yokozuna V brakes are currently 65% off at Soma, thru Sunday. I bought a pair at the last sale, they're nice enough. Seemed similar to Shimano Deore. Eric On Fri, Apr 12, 2024 at 6:53 PM Donzaemon wrote: > You can purchase Yokozuna v-brakes and levers from Soma. Wait till one of

Re: [RBW] Re: Rosco MMM build photos

This is a sweet build! I'd like to get one of those White Industries / Sugino cranks some day. Is there any write-up or an ancient email about the idea behind the frame design? Will's Massive Mountain Mixte. Do we have an oral history at least? Are you gonna wire up a dynamo back up in the fu

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: 58cm Appaloosa Double Top Tube Disc Brake

is. > > Who else has done this, and why? > > Me, I like discs for dirt riding tho' they don't add anything for my > pavement riding. > > On Mon, Apr 8, 2024 at 4:56 PM eric swain wrote: > >> And here is a full list of parts. >> >> Frame & for

Re: [RBW] Centerpull vs V-Brakes in terms of maintenance and use

Bill says “it depends,” but I can only offer my experience, which is that both are adequate in the dry, but centerpulls are spooky weak when the rims are wet. Centerpulls do look nicer, but in every performance category, V brakes are a clear and easy win for me. Eric V brake fan On Thursday

Re: [RBW] Centerpull vs V-Brakes in terms of maintenance and use

I have to admit, my only centerpull experience is with bolt on Dia Compes and Weimnmans, none of the fancy brakes. Then again, blue collar V brakes work great. Eric On Thu, Apr 25, 2024 at 7:55 PM Josiah Anderson wrote: > I agree both with Bill's "it depends" and Eric

Re: [RBW] Bombadil camping trip

Beautiful pics and badass ride as per your usual, Jason! Thanks for sharing, that's one I'd love to have joined you for. On Friday, April 26, 2024 at 10:27:58 AM UTC-4 Brian Turner wrote: > Love your photos, as always… made even better with descriptive ride > reports! > > On Apr 26, 2024, at 1

Re: [RBW] The 3x1 road bike. Anticipating some of your RoadUNO builds

10% jumps. Hmm, maybe I'll see what rings I have in stock. Eric Plain City, OH On Fri, Apr 26, 2024 at 2:26 PM Bill Lindsay wrote: > Thanks to unintentional prodding from Leah, I've pressed my new-to-me > Romulus into service. Some serindipitous objects in my parts inventory &g

[RBW] WTB: Wooly Warm sleeveless merino tank

ipped to 22401. Color, condition and/or a picture would be helpful as well. Thanks! Eric in Virginia -- 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 a

[RBW] Re: Jimmy's Hunq!!1

Well it's a total jaw-dropper, well done, bravo, enjoy the ride! On Saturday, April 27, 2024 at 3:55:21 PM UTC-4 J J wrote: > Thanks Eric and Jim! Will's blog post was the first I saw of the full > paint job and the build. Up to yesterday afternoon I had only seen a few

[RBW] Re: Eric M.'s new video: Shop tour, favorite workshops, tool organization and my next bicycle build

Wow, thanks for the kind words, Jim! Always a pleasure, sorry this one's so long. The uncut version was like 2 hours. On Sunday, April 28, 2024 at 11:32:09 AM UTC-4 J J wrote: > So good, a pleasure to watch. Thanks for the great work, Eric! > > Check it out here: > > htt

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: 58cm Appaloosa Double Top Tube Disc Brake

Sold. On Monday, April 22, 2024 at 10:59:51 AM UTC-7 eric swain wrote: > Bump. > > I'd also part it out. Frame/fork/headset/seat post/front rack/stem $1000. > > On Monday, April 8, 2024 at 4:38:40 PM UTC-7 Patrick Moore wrote: > >> Nice. I find disc-brake ret

[RBW] Re: Blue Lug Build Catalog

Oh yeah, this is a gallery I have bookmarked. So many great builds and lots and lots of inspiration. They always nail it, great ideas abound! On Wednesday, May 1, 2024 at 10:27:09 AM UTC-4 drewfi...@gmail.com wrote: > Many of you may already be aware of this, but Blue Lug has a nice catalog >

[RBW] Re: Blue Lug Build Catalog

If you're wondering "How do I tastefully build and specify a bike?" this is the *perfect* place to start. They also do a great job with the photographs, some of the best out there. On Thursday, May 2, 2024 at 3:13:45 PM UTC-4 Eric Marth wrote: > Oh yeah, this is a gallery

Re: [RBW] Re: Scam alert? I'm so confused. Blue Homer in LA? ND?

Kim: I don't see how the administrator of this forum has any bearing on someone's Facebook post. The scam is potentially occurring via Facebook, not our forum. You reposted the FB listing here with a link. Regarding the Blue Lug purchase, how on earth were you "scammed" by Blue Lug? They are o

Re: [RBW] Re: Eric M.'s new video: Shop tour, favorite workshops, tool organization and my next bicycle build

Thanks everyone for watchin'! Marty: The Match Game was before my time but I certainly came up with Bob Barker. The $20 corded mic I bought just didn't seem right clipped to my shirt so I went for the long mic. Patrick: I appreciate the kind notes. Sorry about the SW gardening woes, I know n

Re: [RBW] Re: Northern Hemisphere Spring 2024 Photos

Nice photos, Nicholas! I rarely see an Appaloosa or Atlantis with drops, tell us how you like it! It looks like a nice setup all around On Tuesday, May 7, 2024 at 5:07:49 AM UTC-4 Nicholas A wrote: > Then, to demonstrate the fickle nature of Irish weather, the very next > morning on the other si

[RBW] Re: Blue Lug Build Catalog

Great point about size, Jason. It really helps to visualize the proportions On Sunday, May 5, 2024 at 9:46:05 PM UTC-4 Jason Fuller wrote: > There is truly no equal to Blue Lug. As Eric said, the combination of > perfectly curated builds combined with excellent photography and an e

Re: [RBW] Re: Eric M.'s new video: Shop tour, favorite workshops, tool organization and my next bicycle build

the bottom of an old glass Coca-Cola bottle... I still wear glasses, wearing them right now. My hair's naturally pretty dark but I haven't had a haircut since Nov 2022 and I spend a lot of time in the sun so it's lighter from exposure. On Sunday, May 5, 2024 at 8:05:51 PM UTC-

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: 58cm Appaloosa Double Top Tube Disc Brake

Sorry, Johnny. Sold the bike as pictured. Those racks pop up on here every now and then, be patient. On Tue, May 7, 2024 at 9:20 AM Johnny Burrell wrote: > If you sold it parted out, I'd love to have the Mark's front rack. > > On Thursday, May 2, 2024 at 9:18:19 AM UTC

Re: [RBW] Re: Eric M.'s new video: Shop tour, favorite workshops, tool organization and my next bicycle build

though that old Stanley sure is handsome... On Tuesday, May 7, 2024 at 1:50:22 PM UTC-4 George Schick wrote: > Eric - since you have a fascination with old tools that kind of have class > or character, would you be interested in this very old *wooden* carpenter's > level? I believe

Re: [RBW] Re: A. Homer Hilsen Photo Thread

Paul has neglected to share the beautiful patina that his bronze headbadge has acquired. Trust me, it's really good! On Wednesday, May 8, 2024 at 2:00:12 PM UTC-4 Paul Richardson wrote: > here's mine--a 67cm waterford i've had since 2011, and had repainted in > wisconsin last year (just in tim

[RBW] Re: Photos from last weekend's overnighter

Wow, the sky On Sunday, May 12, 2024 at 4:44:38 PM UTC-4 John Rinker wrote: > Beautiful! It never fails that I miss Japan so after seeing your photos. I > really love the one of your Hunq among the stars. > > Cheers, John > > On Sunday, May 12, 2024 at 5:51:56 AM UTC-7 diana@gmail.com wrote:

Re: [RBW] Re: Northern Hemisphere Spring 2024 Photos

Phew Stephen enjoy it out there! Looks great, you're going to get strong On Sunday, May 12, 2024 at 3:37:15 PM UTC-4 Stephen wrote: > [image: IMG_6708.jpg] > > [image: IMG_6722.jpg][image: IMG_6716.jpg] > > A few quick shots from my first week back in the bay area. Getting > reacquainted with th

[RBW] Susie/Gus seat tube OD

Hey all — Can someone please share the OD of the Gus / Susie seat tubes? I am bending a custom tag for a friend, he doesn't have the bike with him, we'd like to know the OD. Thanks! Eric -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owne

[RBW] Re: WTB: 50 cm Roadini

Leah I am excited to hear this because I've been so curious about your strength and speed. If you can keep up with the 17-18mph group on your Platy I'd think you'd be faster than the fast groups on a road bike! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW O

[RBW] Re: WTB: 50 cm Roadini

Oh and good luck with your search! On Monday, May 13, 2024 at 8:32:19 PM UTC-4 Eric Marth wrote: > Leah I am excited to hear this because I've been so curious about your > strength and speed. If you can keep up with the 17-18mph group on your > Platy I'd think you'd

Re: [RBW] Re: For Leah re my Gallop

San Marcos, you say? Let's see a photo of that one, if you don't mind. You don't see too many in the wild! On Fri, May 10, 2024 at 5:50 PM Valerie Yates wrote: > Brent! So glad you are happy with the Bleriot. That bike is silky smooth. > Entirely > comparable to both my Roadeo and Soma San Marc

[RBW] getting bugs off paint

Last summer, two roof-mounted bikes* got splattered with big juicy bugs. So far I have only used regular car leash soaps and sponges for this, but the bug goo is not moving. I even started on the day after the goo-ing. Any tips for removing these splotches without fading the paint? Thanks signed

Re: [RBW] getting bugs off paint

> > > I have tried very little -- I dropped the bikes off in Ontario and then > have seen little of them since. Hoping to find a good remedy to take with > me when I get back to them next month. And I thought I would practice on the car, which is here, to learn what works Thanks -- You receive

Re: [RBW] Re: For Leah re my Gallop

t; Gary -- I only saw the one, semi-sideways picture, which looks like it >>> is in the other blue color, which I thought came with the straighter fork. >>> But the picture that Eric re-posted looks like the same color as mine yet >>> with a straighter fork. Do you have

Re: [RBW] Re: Soma San Marcos

t; what I believe is the same color as yours, but without the more elegant >>>> fork. >>>> >>>> [image: PXL_20240421_165935710.jpg] >>>> >>>> On Tue, May 14, 2024 at 6:42 PM Valerie Yates wrote: >>>> >>>>> Gary -

Re: [RBW] Northern Hemisphere Spring 2024 Photos

Great views, Chester! WLS — Connecticut has it goin' on! On Thursday, May 16, 2024 at 5:03:50 PM UTC-4 wls...@gmail.com wrote: > Eric, > > Looks like the spring fling was a blast. I was also in CT last weekend > visiting friends in New Haven, but we opted for our own ride w

Re: [RBW] Sam Hillbornes Go Live Tomorrow

Congrats to everyone on snagging a Sam, very capable and fun bikes! On Thursday, May 16, 2024 at 12:41:03 PM UTC-4 watta...@gmail.com wrote: > Happily secured a 54 Peri-Sam at 12:01 yesterday🙌🏼. I’m thinking Quill > rims to have tubeless as an option. Recs on dynamo hubs? I’ve had a Son hub >

Re: [RBW] Adventures in (Re) building my Saluki

That's a great looking build, Michael! Sorry about all the compounded mechanicals. Mama said there'd be days! Jock, always nice to see one of your elegant builds. On Saturday, May 18, 2024 at 10:23:09 AM UTC-4 Patrick Moore wrote: > Lovely setup. > > On Sat, May 18, 2024 at 8:07 AM John Dewey

[RBW] Re: For sale: Nexave rapid rise, Nitto stems, Suntour Cyclone

*IMpoRTant dEtaiLS!! * Clamp diameter on the Face-plater is 25.4 Clamp diameter on the Technomic is 26.0 On Saturday, May 18, 2024 at 12:17:18 PM UTC-4 Eric Marth wrote: > A few things for sale, please email me to purchase. Prices do not include > shipping. Thank you! > > [image:

[RBW] Re: For sale: Nexave rapid rise, Nitto stems, Suntour Cyclone

Nexave: Sold Faceplater: Pending Technomic: Available Cyclone: Available Thanks! On Saturday, May 18, 2024 at 12:24:42 PM UTC-4 Eric Marth wrote: > *IMpoRTant dEtaiLS!! * > Clamp diameter on the Face-plater is 25.4 > Clamp diameter on the Technomic is 26.0 > > On Saturday, May

[RBW] Re: For sale: Nexave rapid rise, Nitto stems, Suntour Cyclone

Further updates! Nexave: Sold Faceplater: Sold Technomic: Sold Cyclone: Available Shifters: Sold Clamps: Available On Saturday, May 18, 2024 at 3:52:27 PM UTC-4 Eric Marth wrote: > A few more things for sale: > > [image: IMG_1602.JPG] > > *Shimano SL-BS50 shift levers —

Re: [RBW] The Cub House's Los Angeles Invitational Ride - May 18

This looks like it was a great event. Thanks for all the pictures and reports. Armand, that picture above the clouds is unreal! On Tuesday, May 21, 2024 at 10:14:58 PM UTC-4 philip@gmail.com wrote: > 48s? Try 38s! > > [image: image0.jpeg] > > The ride, route and vibes really were all fanta

[RBW] Re: My Rivendell Platypus - A Forever Bike Build

Hi Armand, this is a great build. How are you liking those MKS Pretzels? I'm considering getting a pair. On Thursday, May 16, 2024 at 6:01:38 PM UTC-4 jmeln...@gmail.com wrote: > It was nice to meet you on Saturday at Topanga Creek Outpost, Armand! Your > Platy is even more gorgeous in person.

Re: [RBW] Is an Atlantis Worth It?

7;t hold their value better or worse than any other more mainstream frames; they're just more expensive to start with. Buying used is always the best way to avoid any tears here. Eric On Wed, May 22, 2024 at 11:44 AM max.c@gmail.com wrote: > First: I realize I am asking this to an ent

Re: [RBW] DIY build or order complete?

and rim brakes, none of this is rocket science. Eric who last bought a complete bike in... um... er... in Plain City, OH On Tue, May 28, 2024 at 11:32 AM Michael wrote: > Hi all, > Ordered a Sam as my first Riv but unsure whether or not I should tackle > building it up myself or just le

Re: [RBW] Budget Clem L Build

You might want to get on Soma’s email list. They’ve been having some great sales (eg 65% off) and many of their parts will work great with a Riv build. Eric On Monday, May 27, 2024, Franco Rinaldi wrote: > Ciao Everybody, > > About to grab a Clem frame and really want to do

Re: [RBW] Budget Clem L Build

You might want to get on Soma’s email list. They’ve been having some great sales (eg 65% off) and many of their parts will work great with a Riv build. Eric On Monday, May 27, 2024, Franco Rinaldi wrote: > Ciao Everybody, > > About to grab a Clem frame and really want to do

Re: [RBW] WTB SCAMMER ALERT - gran09861@gmail

https://www.theonion.com/undercover-cop-never-knew-selling-drugs-was-such-hard-w-1819566772 Undercover Cop Never Knew Selling Drugs Was Such Hard Work PublishedMarch 5, 2003

Re: [RBW] Re: Jobst Brandt thought experiment: What would he ride today?

Thanks, Kim, but while the website is still up I thought John Kucharik closed up shop and liquidated their inventory sometime in 2021 or 2022. On Thursday, February 2, 2023 at 11:01:14 PM UTC-5 krhe...@gmail.com wrote: > Eric, > > Try visiting Kucharick Bicycle Clothing. Going out of

[RBW] Re: Looking for Bombadil PDF

looking for? > > Marty > [image: original_sept_9.jpeg] > > > On Friday, February 3, 2023 at 10:03:59 AM UTC-5 maxcr wrote: > >> Thanks Eric, much appreciated. >> >> Still looking for that other pdf if someone has it! >> >> Max >> >> On

[RBW] Re: Looking for Bombadil PDF

Very cool, Max! Thanks for the pdf, too On Friday, February 3, 2023 at 2:56:36 PM UTC-5 J J wrote: > Sweet Max. Congratulations on the Bombadil. What size is it? Can't wait to > see how you dress it up! > > On Friday, February 3, 2023 at 2:45:15 PM UTC-5 maxcr wrote: > >> Does anyone have a se

Re: [RBW] FS on Facebook - Atlantis 64cm (2016)

I thought the Altantises (?) in those bigger sizes only came in 700c? Eric On Sunday, February 5, 2023, Steve wrote: > Saw this on the Asheville, NC FB Marketplace. Appears mildly neglected > with meh components. 650B wheel set. Posted early today (2/5). Asking $2500 >

[RBW] Re: English subtitles for Blue Lug's video

I really appreciate Blue Lug's designations of frames falling between "Thick-Riv" and "Slim-Riv" and hope to see more of that used around here :) On Tuesday, February 7, 2023 at 7:24:15 AM UTC-5 Masa wrote: > Jim, > > Thank you for your reply. It sounds like you had a nice Sunday morning! > I a

[RBW] Re: Platypus questions

Hi Doug — If you haven't yet I'd recommend calling Rivendell, someone there would be happy to talk to you about the differences in the frames. On Tuesday, February 7, 2023 at 9:26:37 PM UTC-5 mma...@gmail.com wrote: > Hi Doug! Although not platypuss, I have clem L in both 59cm and 52cm if > yo

[RBW] WTB: Atlas 700C with SON dynamo hub

Hello friends — I'm looking for an Atlas wheel with a SON dynamo hub. 32H, silver preferred (dull or polished). If you have something please drop me a note! Thank you -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from th

[RBW] Re: Rivs on film

Dang, Jamin, these are great. I especially like that pic of your Homer in shadow with the mountains in the sun. Really good! On Wednesday, February 8, 2023 at 8:17:57 PM UTC-5 jamin orrall wrote: > Accidentally posted this to ibob so I'm moving it here! (pretty Rivendell > specific) > > Got a

Re: [RBW] WTB/WTT – Huret Jubilee Long Cage Rear Derailleur

Luke — I like the Jubilee. Or the look, at least, having never run one myself. What are you picturing for the rest of build? Are you going for a French Noodle (springy frame in the style of BQ?) On Sunday, February 12, 2023 at 1:06:59 PM UTC-5 Luke Hendrickson wrote: > Ha! I know, I know. My

Re: [RBW] Re: any bike photos of bikes with the Dia compe 980's?

I'd like to add I think the 980s are a great looking brake, nice for the price, classic, innocuous, they check a lot of boxes. If you can find 'em in stock in silver I'd say pick them up, you can't go wrong. On Monday, February 13, 2023 at 10:24:32 AM UTC-5 Eric Marth wro

Re: [RBW] Re: any bike photos of bikes with the Dia compe 980's?

I'd like to add I think the 980s are a great looking brake, nice for the price, classic, innocuous, they check a lot of boxes. You should buy that set from Jeff, you can't go wrong. On Monday, February 13, 2023 at 10:24:32 AM UTC-5 Eric Marth wrote: > Hey strong +1 that the Tektr

Re: [RBW] WTB/WTT – Huret Jubilee Long Cage Rear Derailleur

ret-jubilee-long-cage-rear-derailleur-2248-touring-rare-take-off/ >> >> >> JP >> >> On Sunday, February 12, 2023 at 4:15:33 PM UTC-6 Ken Mattina wrote: >> >>> Well since this is just a fun exercise, how about H plus Son rims? >>> Either the arch

Re: [RBW] WTB/WTT – Huret Jubilee Long Cage Rear Derailleur

w I'm addicted. How are you going to work around the dropout issue? I thought those were threaded either for Huret or Campagnolo dropouts? On Monday, February 13, 2023 at 11:16:24 AM UTC-5 Luke Hendrickson wrote: > > Ha! Very true, Eric. With my original intent in mind, I

[RBW] Re: FS: Riv shirts

The Rockmount shirts are great! Lightweight, snap, made in USA. Someone should snag 'em. On Monday, February 13, 2023 at 2:08:04 PM UTC-5 Edwin W wrote: > Update: > SOLD Gray Riv MUSA shirt size L: very good condition $35 > SOLD Riv MUSA railroad shirt size L: two small oil stains, otherwise go

[RBW] Re: New build: 1985 Bridgestone MB-2

the dates or where I read this. Probably in a Blahg. On Monday, February 13, 2023 at 12:19:51 PM UTC-5 Jose wrote: > Amazing build! Did Grant P design the 1985 MB-1 and MB-2? > > On Monday, January 23, 2023 at 3:06:27 PM UTC-8 eric...@gmail.com wrote: > >> [image: MB-2 230115

[RBW] Re: New build: 1985 Bridgestone MB-2

Thanks, John! Fun to see it up there with a nice big slide show On Thursday, February 16, 2023 at 2:58:40 PM UTC-5 JohnS wrote: > Eric did it, his bike is featured on The Radavist... > > https://theradavist.com/erics-1985-bridgestone-mb-2-review/ > > Well done Eric! > >

Re: [RBW] Sharing Your Winter Ride Fotos 2023

Wow, Takashi, John, Eric and Brian, some great pics here! Eric, I'm glad you could get that Boxy Bag installed. On Thursday, February 16, 2023 at 2:34:39 PM UTC-5 Bikie#4646 wrote: > Ok, Prize Winner! > > Paul Germain > Midlothian, Va, > > On Thursday, February 16, 2

[RBW] Re: Signing up for Scary Things: Intro to Bike Mechanics

Good for you, Leah! Enjoy the wrenches :) On Sunday, February 19, 2023 at 1:06:29 PM UTC-5 J J wrote: > Great story, thank you Leah. Bike repair and maintenance is a forever > learning process, but I don’t want to mess with spoke tension, truing > wheels, or building wheels up from scratch. Th

Re: [RBW] Ride Report: The Cabo Loop, BSC

Excellent pictures and reporting, John, thanks for sharing! I checked out your link for some pics of your rigs, many more great photos in there! On Monday, February 20, 2023 at 3:14:03 AM UTC-5 Steven Sweedler wrote: > John, very niceride report, as always. i have visited La Ribera a few > t

Re: [RBW] Re: Bike rack suggestions

I have had a 2 bike Swagman for several years, and even used it to take bikes from Vancouver to Ottawa on one occasion. Worked like a charm. And it easily takes different sizes - I have used it for a pair of my bikes (64cm) or one of mine, one of my wife's (52cm or so for her) The only issues I ha

Re: [RBW] Custom frame bag for Gus

Nice Brian! On Wednesday, February 22, 2023 at 10:21:05 AM UTC-5 Curtis wrote: > Great looking bag and smart! > > On Wed, Feb 22, 2023, 7:15 AM Brian Turner wrote: > >> Photos here: >> https://photos.app.goo.gl/Jr243dfSx6YUyDiL7 >> >> Ever since taking ownership of my Gus last Fall, I had design

Re: [RBW] Pedal Question

, but it’s almost free float. Time’s float is always pushing against the spring tension, so it never felt like much to me. I use the entry level mtb 520s. They work great, I still have my original pair from the mid 90s. Eric On Thursday, February 23, 2023, Peter Adler wrote: > Greg's got t

Re: [RBW] Re: New build: 1985 Bridgestone MB-2

bike upgrades" "Shop presidents' day markdowns" and a rather > ironic article above yours titled "How much suspension travel do you need?" > > > [image: image.png] > > > On Thu, Feb 16, 2023 at 7:31 PM Eric Marth wrote: > >> Thanks,

[RBW] Re: Exploration: Make your own pump peg

Nice, Kim! Fun to iterate the mods. On Friday, February 24, 2023 at 12:05:04 AM UTC-5 krhe...@gmail.com wrote: > The first image is my recent results. The second image is my first idea. > > Kim. > > On Thursday, February 23, 2023 at 9:03:37 PM UTC-8 Kim Hetzel wrote: > >> This evening I modified

[RBW] Re: Bombadil and Hunqapillar origins: The definitive thread

en: > https://www.flickr.com/photos/gzahnd/albums/72157607024143730 > > And my review of it in 2008: > > https://chicogino.blogspot.com/2008/05/rivendell-bombadil-my-two-week-fling.html > > On Sunday, December 11, 2022 at 8:16:08 AM UTC-7 eric...@gmail.com wrote: > >> It seems the Bo

Re: [RBW] Re: Sharing Your Winter Ride Fotos 2023

Hi Paul — I think the photo you posted is a different location, but also familiar and a stone's throw from my office :) On Sunday, February 26, 2023 at 3:46:13 PM UTC-5 Bikie#4646 wrote: > Hey Eric, I recognize that place from a bike trip in 2016! Cool backdrop! > Fast an

Re: [RBW] Hand-Wringing: Kickstand Edition

Sorry to hear you did not get the kickstand you asked for. Maybe you want to go back to that shop and ask them to replace the current kickstand with the one you originally asked for? Or maybe you've had enough of that shop already. No one else thinks it's a bit out of line for the shop to use the

[RBW] Re: For Sale: Bridgestone MB-2 Wigsplitter

More pictures here: https://theradavist.com/erics-1985-bridgestone-mb-2-review Thanks again! On Wednesday, March 1, 2023 at 4:29:15 PM UTC-5 Eric Marth wrote: > Bridgestone MB-2 Wigsplitter > > 1985, 21" frame > > $2,850 > > > [image: MB-2-230115-L-00-Complete

Re: [RBW] Re: Sharing Your Winter Ride Fotos 2023

t; >> Luke, that looks like an "easier" ride compared to photos in your >> previous posts. SF area seems to be a great place with various terrains. >> >> Stephanie, Grant would no doubt approve your use of the bike. Those blue >> Sackvilles make mere groce

[RBW] Re: Long ride on a Sam Hillborne

Congrats, Paul, that's a nice ride! Thanks for the pics! On Sunday, March 5, 2023 at 8:25:29 PM UTC-5 Paul in Dallas wrote: > > > > > This picture gives some perspective on the fantastic Elephant mural. > > Paul in Dallas > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Googl

[RBW] Re: Front Derailleur Suggestions

I'm not a mechanic or an expert. But I've set up two compact doubles in the past year: - On my Hillborne: A SunXCD 42/24 with a Suntour Cyclone (Mark I) - On my MB-2: A TA Specialities 42/28 with a Suntour AR In both instances I had to run the derailer a lot higher than I thought I should

[RBW] Re: 2023 March 1 Bikes for sale thread: Craigslist etc.

LOL came here 2 post this, tipped off by Luke who has already commented my world is a closed circle On Thursday, March 9, 2023 at 11:35:04 AM UTC-5 Luke Hendrickson wrote: > Killed me to see that, but his Bomba is so 🔥 that it makes sense to move > this one along. I only wish that I were in th

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