[RBW] Re: So Torn, Cannot Decide

2011-10-05 Thread Jay
The last RR had a page with pictures and profiles of all the current models. Probably doesn't add any new information but it might be helpful to look at. Jay On Oct 5, 6:40 am, René Sterental wrote: > Forth utmost versatility, today I'd tell you to go for the Hinqapillar. You >

[RBW] Re: Stem length question - WTB shorter replacement - how short???

2011-10-07 Thread Jay
ating the bars down just a little bits puts me in the drops most of the time. Jay On Oct 7, 4:48 pm, Steve wrote: > I have a 9 cm (measured end-to-end) stem made by Nitto, Not sure what > model it is, but it's shorter than the technomic dynamic with only 140 > mm length and 85 mm a

[RBW] Yom Kippur and friction shifting

2011-10-09 Thread Jay
f the opportunity to try the friction option on my bar ends. I'm an instant convert. Why didn't I do that earlier? Jay -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googleg

[RBW] Re: Challenge Parigi-Robaix tire mounting

2011-11-11 Thread Jay
Save your groaning, cussing anf huffing for climbing hills. Get one of a Kool Stop tire bead jack, one of these http://sheldonbrown.com/flats.html#tirelevers Works great, 11 buck, Amazon has them. Jay On Nov 11, 1:58 am, Marc Schwartz wrote: > Tried mounting some 700c Challenge Parigi Rob

[RBW] Re: Challenge Parigi-Robaix tire mounting

2011-11-11 Thread Jay
Great tips here. I too always finish opposite the valve. Just to be clear, the Kool Stop thing is not a lever. It's a ... something else, designed specifically to mount tires without damaging anything. The link I posted above has a picture and a better explaination. Jay On Nov 12, 3:39 am,

[RBW] Re: $10 coupon working now

2011-11-19 Thread Jay
Coupon? What coupon? I didn't see any coupon? On Nov 18, 7:05 pm, Dave Rivbike wrote: > Sorry for the delay -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscr

Re: [RBW] Re: Tics in the bars at the stem clamp - help

2024-10-05 Thread Jay
"My bikes are starting to show wear and as long as THEY RIDE WITHOUT STRANGE TICKING I’m good with it. We’ll age together. " Love it! On Saturday, October 5, 2024 at 7:28:22 PM UTC-4 Ryan wrote: > Good Luck Leah...hopefully Peter finds a good shop for you; sounds like > the current shop is a bi

Re: [RBW] First post - several questions (pbh/height, 650b vs 700, chainstay, etc)

2024-10-05 Thread Jay
I would look carefully at the frame specs, compare to what you're riding now, how you want to ride the new bike, drops vs. swept, saddle choice and whether it has long or short rails, etc., and if in-between go down a size. On both my bikes I have my Brooks C17 pushed forward as far as possible

[RBW] Re: The way I design a build, and the first chapter

2024-11-28 Thread Jay
Thanks for taking the time to lay all this out, Bill. I have last year's Roadini and while it feels light with 30mm tires, I know it's punching above 20 pounds. Perhaps over time I will look to get the weight lower, as I replace parts. On Thursday, November 28, 2024 at 1:49:20 PM UTC-5 Bill L

[RBW] Re: backs!!!

2025-01-03 Thread Jay
Hi Adam - I hope this gets better for you. Curious on where your drop bar is in relation to your saddle and what you would say is your spine/back angle when riding (90, 75, 45 degree)? I've had the bars more aggressive years ago and they're more upright now (hoods 2cm above saddle), but any po

[RBW] Re: Winter Photos 2024/2025

2025-01-07 Thread Jay
:49:39 PM UTC-5 Matti wrote: > A rare January bluebird day in Oregon, riding along quiet farm roads in > the Willamette Valley. > [image: IMG_5584.jpeg] > > On Sunday, December 15, 2024 at 11:03:46 AM UTC-8 Jay wrote: > >> Not officially the first day of winter, but when it av

Re: [RBW] Re: Long Time Lurker, New Riv Owner!

2025-01-07 Thread Jay
Michael's build has given me the push to deck out my Roadini when using the 2nd wheelset, with narrower tires for fast rides with my friend. When I first built up this bike in February I was holding onto my dedicated road bike with Dura-Ace wheels in case I couldn't keep up (riding the Roadin

[RBW] Re: What Do Riv Riders Enjoy As COFFEE !

2025-02-03 Thread Jay
I'm more of a tea drinker, that is, more "into" tea as a hobby, but I still drink coffee (coffee was the hobby years ago, when I had my own espresso machine, grinder, roasting machine). I have a 1zpresso J-Max grinder and always grind before I brew. For brewing, I alternate between a Bialetti

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

2025-02-09 Thread Jay
Happy birthday! Congratulations :-) That is cold; I rode yesterday an hour outside Toronto and our high was -2C (balmy). I'm 50, I don't think I could bang out 200k this year, but I haven't ridden that distance since my late 20's/early 30's. I want to build up my distance riding this year (p

[RBW] Re: Roadini and Unpaved, Experience?

2025-02-08 Thread Jay
x27;s a little lighter, like that the lugged version seems more rack >>> friendly, and I'm just not convinced that a somewhat experienced (def not >>> expert) rider needs anything bigger than a 43/45 tired unless he/she is >>> hitting mountain trails. (For which a

Re: [RBW] Wolbis with drop bar

2025-02-08 Thread Jay
Past week or so I have been dreaming of a new Riv, like the Appaloosa or upcoming Atlantis, with drop bars. Then I see the newsletter yesterday, and this thread today lol. Will's bike didn't look very good, but Mark's Atlantis above looks perfect to me. The proportions look really good. If

Re: [RBW] Re: Nighttime riding reflector strategy

2024-12-16 Thread Jay
I have a Garmin Varia tail light that I use on all rides. That tells me if there are cars behind me, that way I can be cautious (say if I'm approaching some rough pavement, a narrowing shoulder, etc.). At night I use a reflective vest (more like a belt with a an x-pattern in the back, and loo

Re: [RBW] Winter Photos 2024/2025

2024-12-16 Thread Jay
5:41 PM UTC-5 John Rinker wrote: > Thanks Jay. It's a pretty special spot. That 'fence' is actually a large > bench from which all manner of mountain happenings can be observed. > > North Toronto, eh? Lots of great riding up in the Copeland forest. > Beautiful a

[RBW] Leather Saddles - What do you Wear

2025-01-22 Thread Jay
I was curious to get some views from those with leather saddles and whether you wear bib (padded) cycling shorts, underwear with shorts/pants. If underwear; is it wool, synthetic, other; do you care about seam placement; tight/compression fit, loose; or do you not think about this at all (just

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

2025-01-23 Thread Jay
d S sizes have longer inseams. > > On Thursday, January 23, 2025 at 9:39:12 AM UTC-7 krhe...@gmail.com wrote: > >> @Jay, >> >> I ride a Brooks B67S sprung saddle on my Clem. I have to purchase two >> pairs of X-Tiger 5D cycling shorts off of Amazon. I have one pad of

[RBW] Fender Options on the Roadini (2023 model)

2025-01-18 Thread Jay
*This is a spinoff from my post about Tire/Wheel strategy across my two bikes. I think I've figured that out re: winter trail riding, I'll respond there when I've wrapped that up.* I have two wheel sets on my Roadini, an all-road one with 43mm GKSS for solo rides, where I'm mainly road and goo

Re: [RBW] Winter Photos 2024/2025

2025-01-26 Thread Jay
I love those colours, the red and the green. On Saturday, January 25, 2025 at 4:50:32 PM UTC-5 mwill...@gmail.com wrote: > I took the Platypus out for test ride on the initial build. Only ~30 > degrees Fahrenheit, but that’s considered pretty cold here in SC (the > state, not the region). I did

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

2025-01-26 Thread Jay
This past weekend I did a ride without cycling shorts, and one with. It was okay without, for an hour. It felt like it was chafing but after the ride no sign/residual discomfort. I kept wanting to stand up though, like walking in a shoe that doesn't feel quite right and you want to take a br

Re: [RBW] Long Time Lurker, New Riv Owner!

2025-01-04 Thread Jay
Bike looks great! Regarding the levers, if they're comfortable then keep them. If you're really looking for something else, I think the Tektro RRL SR in Black/Silver would look great (and have a nice shape). On Saturday, January 4, 2025 at 11:08:34 AM UTC-5 Patrick Moore wrote: > I think that

[RBW] Tire/Wheel Strategy - 4 Seasons

2025-01-17 Thread Jay
I'm looking for ideas to expand and optimize my riding with one of my two bikes. This isn't for my Roadini - I have that equation solved. I have two wheelsets, one with 43 GKSS for all-road rides, including accessing the two rail trails a little further out of town, and some gravel cuts/trails

Re: [RBW] Possible to Shorten Brake Cable/Housing

2025-01-16 Thread Jay
25 at 2:23:48 PM UTC-5 Patrick Moore wrote: > >> I’ve done exactly what you describe, only, you ought to add one more >> step, which is to file the housing wire flat to remove any sharp ends or >> burrs that might wear through the cable. >> >> Elegantly short (

[RBW] Roadini and Unpaved, Experience?

2025-02-08 Thread Jay
I have the 2023 Roadini, size 57. I LOVE the bike and how it feels, every time I get on it after a long break (riding another bike on snowy/salty roads) I'm reminded of just how good it fits, handles, and feels. I'm thinking of adding a third wheel set, for mainly unpaved riding (more below).

Re: [RBW] Re: Roadini and Unpaved, Experience?

2025-02-11 Thread Jay
Thanks for the comments. Once my local trails are rideable I'll try out the Roadini with the GKSS 43mm tires I have on there already, with tubes, and I'll just drop the pressures to as low as I'm comfortable. On Tuesday, February 11, 2025 at 7:29:46 PM UTC-5 philip@gmail.com wrote: > *Ray

Re: [RBW] Re: Leah’s Northern Lights Charlie

2025-02-20 Thread Jay
It sounds like all your bikes are, uniquely, you. I'm sure this one will be as well. What's different, is that 'road' culture is ingrained in many people's minds. Compare that to upright/alt bar bikes, those are so different bike to bike. Road bikes, from the major brands, are all so 'blah'

Re: [RBW] Leah’s Northern Lights Charlie

2025-03-01 Thread Jay
I've been there, Leah. New bike, winter/awful roads. What I ended up doing was putting the bike in the back of my car and driving to a covered car park 20 minutes from home. I know they have security camera's, but I road around for 10 minutes and then left. That was better than nothing! I w

[RBW] Stack Height / Geo Question

2025-03-06 Thread Jay
This isn't specific to a Rivendell bike, but I'm sure the conversation can be applied to them, so hope you don't mind... In addition to my Roadini, I have a Salsa Fargo. I had it for a year before I got the Roadini, the Roadini replaced my road bike (that is now the dedicated bike on the smart

Re: [RBW] Stack Height / Geo Question

2025-03-06 Thread Jay
of work to swap and try different bars (not to mention $$). On Thursday, March 6, 2025 at 6:32:15 PM UTC-5 johnrober...@gmail.com wrote: > Hi Jay...great questionI do not keep any stack heights that high from > the saddle, but something you may want to try.first, loosen up the stem >

Re: [RBW] Re: Roadini and Unpaved, Experience?

2025-03-08 Thread Jay
a dark-boston-winter-inspired dynamo, and I love >>>>> it >>>>> -- it's fast and so comfortable -- and have no plans to make any big >>>>> changes. >>>>> (Except maybe to Paul brakes -- big for the wallet.) >>>>> T

[RBW] Re: Stem reach for Noodle

2025-03-10 Thread Jay
Even when choosing a size for my Roadini I noticed the top tube length was long than my previous road bike, but didn't really think it through all the way. Thankfully the bars I wanted to run were short reach, and I'm using a 70mm stem; if I had wanted the Noodle bars, I don't think it would ha

[RBW] Re: Bedrock Mountain Clogs in Stock!

2023-11-01 Thread Jay Lonner
I got a pair of the Nubuck in size 13 and they’re a little tight. I can make them work, but would prefer to size up. They are unworn apart from trying them on. Happy to move them along for the retail price of $175, plus shipping. Jay Lonner Bellingham, WA On Tuesday, October 31, 2023 at 4:52

Re: [RBW] Options for converting Silver-1 barend shifters to thumbies?

2023-11-11 Thread Jay Lonner
. currently in production, so would require some scrounging. Jay LonnerBellingham, WASent from my Atari 400On Nov 11, 2023, at 8:13 AM, Jon Craig (Vendraen) wrote:So what options exist for converting Silver-1 barend shifters to thumbies? That don't cost a fortune - $60-$70 per shifter seems just

Re: [RBW] Favorite Floor Pump Head?

2023-11-15 Thread Jay Lonner
This is maybe a bit of thread hijack, but for those with air compressors I really like the Efficient Velo inflator: https://www.efficientvelo.com/tools/3-in-1-inflator. In fact when the “tried and liked 2023” thread pops up that was going to be my contribution. We’ve added 3 new bikes* to my househ

Re: [RBW] WTT for Nitto seat posts (lugged 26.8, 2-bolt 27.2)

2023-12-04 Thread Jay Lonner
I think the Nitto S84 lugged seatpost has only ever been manufactured in 27.2mm. It’s one of the reasons that many of us are frustrated that so many Riv models require a 26.8mm seatpost. If you’re looking for more setback IRD is probably the way to go. Jay LonnerBellingham, WASent from my Atari

Re: [RBW] 1st world commuting dilemma

2023-12-07 Thread Jay Lonner
one of your “nice” bikes to such abuse. I’d be tempted to set up the Surly with studded tires for when it’s really gnarly out, and ride one of the Rivs when the roads are clear and/or the weather is clement. Jay LonnerBellingham, WASent from my Atari 400On Dec 7, 2023, at 8:38 AM, Josiah Anderson

[RBW] WTB: 47/48cm Hunqapillar, Atlantis (pre 2018 or so), Appaloosa, or similar

2024-01-06 Thread Jay Primus
t could be 650b Ideally, a hunquapillar! If you have something you might part with, please message me directly --- thank you Jay Pri mus San Anselmo, CA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe

Re: [RBW] Re: I am in Bellingham and would be happy to stop over and measure the bike

2024-02-15 Thread Jay Lonner
I actually live in the historic (by West Coast standards, anyhow) South Hill neighborhood of Bellingham, WA and would be happy to offer my assistance. Reviewing the thread, the OP mentions living in the PNW but not Bellingham specifically — have we narrowed things down to my fair city?Jay

[RBW] Angle of your LOSCO BARS

2022-10-21 Thread Jay LePree
Hi all: I am curious how you set up the angle of your Losco bars. I have them set up so that the ramp is horizontal with the handles of the bars pointing slightly downward. Just curious what works for you. Jay LePree Demarest, NJ -- You received this message because you are subscribed to

Re: [RBW] Re: Using Your Rivendell Vs. Being Precious: A Spectrum

2022-11-05 Thread Jay Lonner
treat myself to a new paint job and maybe some frame modifications to go along with it. Jay LonnerBellingham, WASent from my Atari 400On Nov 5, 2022, at 4:28 PM, George Schick wrote:I haven't read Grant's Blahg on this matter (the ancient OS on my computer is so out of date that I can'

Re: [RBW] Re: Using Your Rivendell Vs. Being Precious: A Spectrum

2022-11-05 Thread Jay Lonner
ught I would be ok they had beefed them up. So far so good.Sent from my iPhoneOn Nov 5, 2022, at 7:44 PM, Jay Lonner <jay.lon...@gmail.com> wrote:My Hunq is a daily driver and has the dings and scratches to show for it. Probably the worst one is that the kickstand plate is pried partially loose —

Re: [RBW] Re: Using Your Rivendell Vs. Being Precious: A Spectrum

2022-11-05 Thread Jay Lonner
No damage that I could detect. The kickstand plate isn’t integral to the frame, it’s just tacked on with some not-very-strong welds. I’m fairly certain it could be removed with only superficial damage to the paint, but then I’d have nothing to attach a fender to. Jay LonnerBellingham, WASent from

Re: [RBW] Re: Using Your Rivendell Vs. Being Precious: A Spectrum

2022-11-05 Thread Jay Lonner
to show that in my riding there’s no shortage of things to lean my bike against. Jay LonnerBellingham, WASent from my Atari 400On Nov 5, 2022, at 8:37 PM, Kim Hetzel wrote:Hi Jay,Today, I just installed a double-legged kickstand on my Clem "L".  If I do not carry a heavy loads on the b

Re: [RBW] Kickstand plates, what's up with that?

2022-11-06 Thread Jay Lonner
me up recently, I'd have loved to hear his thoughts on the matter! In any case I've soured on double-leg kickstands, and have lived without a kickstand of any sort for years now and don't really feel the lack. Jay Lonner Bellingham, WA On Sat, Nov 5, 2022 at 10:12 PM Joe Bernard

[RBW] Re: What epoch of Rivster are you?

2022-11-12 Thread Jay Connolly
lbs I carry on the Joe day-to-day). Had a 64 Clem which I stupidly sold to a friend and now wish I had back. Jay Vancouver Island, BC, Canada On Wednesday, September 26, 2018 at 4:55:34 PM UTC-7 Philip Williamson wrote: > Recent discussions make me wonder, what epoch of Rivendell bikes

[RBW] Re: Using Your Rivendell Vs. Being Precious: A Spectrum

2022-11-12 Thread Jay Connolly
the paranoia. Which is a more manageable way to live. Jay Vancouver Island, BC, Canada On Saturday, November 5, 2022 at 3:15:18 PM UTC-7 Bicycle Belle Ding Ding! wrote: > Did you read Grant’s Blahg? He covers a lot of ground, but most notable to > me was the Please Don’t Be Precious Abou

Re: [RBW] Re: WTB/ISO Paul Thumbie adapter for Silver shifters

2022-11-14 Thread Jay Lonner
I have a few sets of these in use (so, not for sale). They work well, but haven’t been available for several years now. I was on the hunt for another set some time ago and struck out. I even called Paul himself to see if he still had the tooling to accommodate a special order, and he very politely

Re: [RBW] Re: A Few Thoughts About FS posts

2022-11-15 Thread Jay Lonner
To my mind Riv is both a brand and a philosophy. I think it’s great that Grant’s ideas are getting traction with other manufacturers — a rising tide lifts all boats and all that. I personally have no problem with for sale posts that include Riv-inspired brands or builds.Jay LonnerBellingham, WASent

[RBW] Re: What epoch of Rivster are you?

2022-11-17 Thread Jay Connolly
Put a foot into the Golden Age yesterday when I found a On Wednesday, November 16, 2022 at 9:10:36 PM UTC-8 Berkeleyan wrote: > I'm in for the long haul. I bought Moustache Bars from RBW for my REI XR > way back in the early 1990's, so that must have been when Grant first put > up a sign. > >

Re: [RBW] Knee Replacement

2022-11-19 Thread Jay Lonner
affected by an adductor canal catheter, so breakthrough pain can still be an issue. If I personally needed both knees replaced I would have them done at the same time. Jay LonnerBellingham, WASent from my Atari 400On Nov 19, 2022, at 3:23 PM, Bicycle Belle Ding Ding! wrote:Rusty, no, I’ve never seen

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

2022-12-11 Thread Jay Lonner
This is the story that I’ve heard. And while I do love the name and woolly mammoth iconography, it does feel like a missed opportunity when Oliphaunt was right there. (But maybe they had already gotten a cease-and-desist from the Tolkien estate at that point?)In any case, it’s great seeing the Hunq

[RBW] Saddle height and BPH

2022-12-12 Thread Jay Lonner
(175mm), pedal height (Pedaling Innovations platform pedals), and shoes (Chuck Taylors, typically). Looking for the optimum balance of comfort, efficiency, and protecting my perineum. Jay Lonner Bellingham, WA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups &quo

Re: [RBW] Saddle height and BPH

2022-12-12 Thread Jay Lonner
Please note the typo in the subject heading - I am referring to PBH (pubic bone height) and not BPH (benign prostatic hypertrophy) which is another, separate factor of potential interest to bike riding men of a certain age…Sent from my Atari 400On Dec 12, 2022, at 9:49 AM, Jay Lonner wrote:I

[RBW] Re: San Francisco/Bay Area Riv Riders

2022-12-12 Thread Jay P
I'd also appreciate the invitation for Bay Area rides and to meet some of yous---- Jay P Marin On Sunday, December 11, 2022 at 9:16:48 PM UTC-8 Luke Hendrickson wrote: > Hey all! I know that it’s been a bit wet & cold, but I’d love to see if > anyone would want to have a lit

Re: [RBW] Re: Nivex on a Rivendell?

2022-12-13 Thread Jay Lonner
I’m sympathetic to the cyclotouriste-inspired aesthetic, but agree that it seems like a very niche setup that is prone to instant obsolescence if RH stops making spare parts. If I were in the market for a new bike requiring custom fittings for a novel shifting system I’d just go for a Rohloff, reco

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

2022-12-14 Thread Jay Lonner
Are you using cantis or linear pull brakes with the 65 SKS fenders? When my Big Bens wear out I’m thinking of switching to Antelope Hills, and am hoping they’ll work with Motolites and fenders. Jay LonnerBellingham, WA Sent from my Atari 400On Dec 14, 2022, at 5:35 PM, J J wrote:James, I can’t

Re: [RBW] Re: NorCal Cycling

2022-12-16 Thread Jay Lonner
handlebars a bit, but was lucky enough to avoid injury. I’ll confess that it’s made me a bit gunshy about riding here in freezing temperatures. Having said that, I still prefer cycling in the cold and wet to riding in hot and sticky weather (although Madison had a fair amount of that as well).Jay

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

2022-12-28 Thread Jay LePree
How have all of you got your groove back on? Kind regards, Jay LePree Demarest, NJ -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bun

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

2022-12-30 Thread Jay LePree
or added motion. I use two bright tail lights and have reflective tape on my rear rack. I have a Schmidt Edelux II headlight and affixe the another ankle band to my basket so I have a 5 inch x 2 inch band of reflection on the front. Thanks again, Happy New Year The Platypus rides again to

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

2023-01-05 Thread Jay LePree
Hi all, Thanks again for this great advice. I will start to take the lane. I also like the idea of pointing straight through the intersection. Jay On Monday, January 2, 2023 at 9:41:43 PM UTC-5 Pam Bikes wrote: > I understand how you feel. We all feel this way occasionally and most >

Re: [RBW] Re: Are Paul brakes worth the money?

2023-01-09 Thread Jay Riley
faster than ol' fashioned brake pads. Hydraulic discs are super easy to squeeze and modulate, and although my thumbs are already arthritic I can still stop just fine w'cable brakes. Jay Jay Riley, mobile 603-498-5199 On Thu, Jan 5, 2023 at 8:24 PM Patrick Moore wrote: > Thanks, goo

Re: [RBW] Re: Are Paul brakes worth the money?

2023-01-09 Thread Jay Riley
PS: I'll always keep hydro brakes on the dual-suspension mtn bike. They're cool! The braking assignment is short, severe braking loads, as opposed to braking loads on a road or touring bike. Jay Jay Riley, mobile 603-498-5199 On Thu, Jan 5, 2023 at 8:44 PM Jay Riley wrote: &g

Re: [RBW] Re: Fendering My Atlantis

2023-01-18 Thread Jay Lonner
and also made a loud pachinko sound when riding on gravel. Have modern boutique metal fenders found a way around these shortcomings?Jay LonnerBellingham, WASent from my Atari 400On Jan 18, 2023, at 7:37 AM, 'Scott Luly' via RBW Owners Bunch wrote: Luke, after you get and fuss

Re: [RBW] Re: Fendering My Atlantis

2023-01-18 Thread Jay Lonner
I like SKS fenders just fine — they’re easy to install/modify, resilient to incidental contacts, and quiet while underway. They don’t have the sex appeal of something like hammered Honjos, but from a purely functional standpoint they seem more or less unimprovable. Unless I’m missing something?Jay

Re: [RBW] Paul Touring vs. Neo-retro question

2023-01-20 Thread Jay Lonner
I’ve used both, prefer the Tourings due to higher mechanical advantage. Now I run Motolites which are even better. Maybe I’m just bad at setting up cantis but switching to linear pull brakes was a big upgrade for me. Jay LonnerBellingham, WASent from my Atari 400On Jan 20, 2023, at 3:12 PM

Re: [RBW] 26.8 seatposts with generous setback

2023-06-23 Thread Jay Lonner
Bike fit remains a mystery to me. I’ve read (and re-read) various articles like “The Myth of KOPS” and the sizing and fit advice on PJW’s website, and still find myself resorting to trial and error. Of course there are various proprietary fit systems, which people are happy to charge you for, but e

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

2023-06-24 Thread Jay LePree
ne. However on really steep sections or when I encounter mud, I do wish for some knobs on my back wheel. I may try these tires for this reason: https://www.bikeradar.com/reviews/components/tyres/gravel-bike-tyres/continental-terra-speed/ Kind regards, Jay LePree Demarest, NJ On Saturday, June

[RBW] WTB: Olive Sackville panniers, handlebar bag, and hub area bags + rack

2023-06-24 Thread Jay P
Hello, I've been keeping my eye out but very few pop up. If you have any of the WTB that you might part with, please be in touch ----- Jay Greenbrae, CA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from

[RBW] DIY Nitto rack hoop

2023-07-12 Thread Jay Lonner
a tombstone transplant. Jay Lonner Bellingham, WA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.co

Re: [RBW] Ride (Push) Report: A Tour of Three Valleys

2023-07-31 Thread Jay Lonner
John,Sorry to reply to the group, but I sent you a PM a few days ago that maybe got caught in a spam filter or something. Anyway, if it’s OK I’d like to ask you a few logistical questions about this trip, I have some time off at the end of August and this route is very compelling.Thanks,Jay

[RBW] Atlas tubeless?

2023-08-04 Thread Jay Lonner
fender clearance? My intuition is that wider rims should result in a flatter tire arc, and potentially make it possible to go slightly wider if I wanted to. I have 50s now, and would like to be able to move up to 55s or even 60s. Jay Lonner Bellingham, WA -- You received this message because you

Re: [RBW] A College Clem

2023-08-06 Thread Jay Lonner
renders all of the above moot. Jay LonnerBellingham, WASent from my Atari 400On Aug 6, 2023, at 6:50 AM, Mike Davis wrote:I've spent over 30 years on college campuses and 20 of those with an Atlantis. If I ride to work, it stays in my office until I leave. I have seen literally hundreds of

Re: [RBW] Re: Atlas tubeless?

2023-08-08 Thread Jay Lonner
So I want to be sure I’m understanding what’s being conveyed here. Attached find a screenshot from the Velocity website showing cross sections of various rims they sell. Let’s confine ourselves to comparing the Atlas to the Cliffhanger.Is it the flat “shoulders” of the Cliffhanger that make a diffe

Re: [RBW] Re: Routine maintenance / habits / survey

2023-08-09 Thread Jay Lonner
this is my default — it’s how I expect bikes to weather. I’m used to it. Living in the upper Midwest was quite a change of pace, so I had to adjust my mindset after trashing a nice bike (an XO-1!) my first winter there. Jay LonnerBellingham, WASent from my Atari 400On Aug 8, 2023, at 2:38 PM, John

Re: [RBW] A College Clem

2023-08-12 Thread Jay LePree
would consider purchasing and installing Pitlock skewers to protect the wheels. I would be wary of mounting bags to the bike. Those would be easily stolen. Baskets with torx nut hardware might be more theft proof. https://www.peterwhitecycles.com/pitlock.php Jay LePree Demarest, NJ T LePree

Re: [RBW] Riv Rider Recipes

2023-08-21 Thread Jay Lonner
It’s really bizarre to me that despite many impressive advancements in the biomedical sciences we still haven’t nailed down what constitutes the optimum human diet. I try to follow the well-known heuristic from Michael Pollan’s book “In Defense of Food” — “eat food, mostly plants, not too much.” (“

Re: [RBW] Re: PSA: Thomson 26.8 Masterpiece Clearance

2023-08-23 Thread Jay Lonner
I can tell you that the Hunqapillar and Cheviot (both lugged models) use 26.8, at least in the batches represented in my household. Jay LonnerBellingham, WASent from my Atari 400On Aug 23, 2023, at 2:19 PM, Johnny Alien wrote:I think the lugged bikes (like the Sam) use 27.2 and the tigged stuff

[RBW] WTB: Nitto faceplater stem, 135mm 25.4, fillet or TIG

2023-08-27 Thread Jay Primus
Hello --- if you have one you'd like to sell please be in touch ! Thank you ---- Jay P. Marin, CA -- 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

Re: [RBW] Paul Racer Brake Noise/Vibration

2023-09-08 Thread Jay Lonner
This is a common complaint with headset-mounted cable hangers. Changing to a fork-mounted hanger usually alleviates the problem. Shovel Research just released a nice one: https://shovelresearch.com/fork-mounted-brake-cable-hangerJay LonnerBellingham, WASent from my Atari 400On Sep 8, 2023, at 5:54

Re: [RBW] Re: Boomerang Rivs

2023-10-22 Thread Jay Lonner
Wooden tubulars with cork brakes? I tip my straw boater to you — that’s taking retro to a whole new level. Makes my vintage SunTour drivetrain seem straight out of The Jetsons.Jay LonnerBellingham, WASent from my Atari 400On Oct 22, 2023, at 10:14 AM, Bill Lindsay wrote:I said I was on a low-ebb

Re: [RBW] Re: The Official Introduction of RoadeoRosa

2024-02-20 Thread Jay Lonner
To me it looks like Baker-Miller pink, aka “Drunk Tank Pink:”Baker-Miller pinken.wikipedia.orgMaybe Bill is seeking to deescalate road rage?I’m in the process of having a custom built, and the paint scheme is an homage to my old 1968 VW Beetle in Royal Red. The bike is decidedly un-Riv though (one

[RBW] Roadini build vid..

2024-02-24 Thread jay gaudani
Sharing this vid I just saw. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gfxOxZzvRuo&t=3s I own roadini for 8 months and love it. Jay -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving

Re: [RBW] FS - Alex Singer LS wool jersey

2024-03-04 Thread Jay Bird
that it's probably a bit large for me. > > On Sat, Feb 24, 2024 at 9:51 AM Jay Bird wrote: > > Hey there, >> >> I have a new Alex Singer jersey bought from Alex Singer cycles in Paris, >> France summer of 2022. It says it's size '7' - laid flat f

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

2024-03-04 Thread Jay Lonner
What a fantastic trip — thank for the great writeup. I’ve been wanting to cycle Death Valley as well so this will be a very useful resource as I plan my own future adventures.Jay LonnerBellingham, WASent from my Atari 400On Mar 4, 2024, at 7:13 AM, Bill Schairer wrote:Thanks for the great report!

Re: [RBW] Re: Hub recommendations for Velocity Cliffhangers

2024-03-05 Thread Jay Lonner
I think the real use case for using a dynohub while bikepacking is to keep USB accessories topped up. Yes yes, one should try to unplug while in the wilderness etc., but being able to access .gpx files or use routefinding apps like Ride With GPS is clearly synergistic with the traditional map/compa

Re: [RBW] Re: Question for Cheviot Owners

2024-03-08 Thread Jay Lonner
My wife has a 55cm Cheviot that hasn’t seen a lot of use — she’s happier on an e-bike. We’re not necessarily looking to sell, but if this is a rare/desirable model I’m sure she’d have no problem selling it somebody who will ride and appreciate it more.Jay LonnerBellingham, WASent from my Atari 400O

Re: [RBW] Re: I have questions

2024-03-27 Thread Jay Lonner
battery bank, it does a better job handling the varying current inputs. Jay LonnerBellingham, WA (but currently camped out in the Buenos Aires National Wildlife Refuge)Sent from my Atari 400On Mar 27, 2024, at 7:48 AM, Wesley wrote:When I go on a two day ride, I just put my phone in airplane mode. It

Re: [RBW] Rivendell Roadbike Curious

2024-04-21 Thread Jay Lonner
that) and that Lance was right — it’s not about the bike. But it is fun to experiment!Jay LonnerBellingham, WASent from my Atari 400On Apr 21, 2024, at 8:57 AM, Mathias Steiner wrote:Forgot to say:If there's a co-op nearby, you'll find kindred spirits and a likely a few bicycles to try.

[RBW] FS: Supernova dynamo lights

2024-04-28 Thread Jay Lonner
set would run ~$250 new, I’m looking for $125 per set, and I’ll cover the shipping. Willing to sell them separately. Jay Lonner Bellingham, WA -- 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] FS: Supernova dynamo lights

2024-05-01 Thread Jay Lonner
Both sets of lights have been claimed. Thanks for all the interest.Jay LonnerBellingham, WASent from my Atari 400On Apr 28, 2024, at 7:43 PM, Jay Lonner wrote:Up for sale here are two sets of Supernova lights that are takeoffs from our Bike Fridays (Bikes Friday? What would William Safire say

Re: [RBW] Paint Color matters! Your favorite?

2024-05-31 Thread Jay Lonner
Rambouillet orange. Jay LonnerBellingham, WASent from my Atari 400On May 31, 2024, at 13:03, Patrick Moore wrote:My favorite Riv color was the Sage Green that they offered 20 years ago when I ordered road custom #3, but I think this same color, or much like it, has featured on stock models since

Re: [RBW] Touch-up paint

2024-06-03 Thread Jay Lonner
Yeah this has always been a weird bit of cognitive dissonance for me when it comes to Riv — on the one hand, extolling the virtues of Joe Bell paint jobs, fancy lugs, and other details. On the other, the whole “beausage” schtick, and an almost cavalier attitude about touch-up paint, dings, etc. I t

Re: [RBW] Re: Fitting the Hunqapillar for touring

2023-02-28 Thread Jay Lonner
preparedness is to plan for contingencies, especially when you’re in a remote location and help is far away.So in terms of bringing less than you think you need, what is your personal list of must-haves for self-supported backcountry touring? And where do you think most people go overboard?Jay

Re: [RBW] Re: Hand-Wringing: Kickstand Edition

2023-03-01 Thread Jay Lonner
Click-Stand Home Pageclick-stand.comThe Click-Stand has come up before in prior kickstand threads, and in my judgement is both functionally and aesthetically superior to the traditional Greenfield/Pletscher design. Jay LonnerBellingham, WASent from my Atari 400On Mar 1, 2023, at 6:40 AM, Doug H

Re: [RBW] Saddle height and PBH

2023-03-11 Thread Jay Lonner
my riding.Jay LonnerBellingham, WASent from my Atari 400On Dec 12, 2022, at 9:49 AM, Jay Lonner wrote:I just took delivery of a new (non-Riv) bike and am dialing in the fit. I’m a little worried that the frame is too big for me, since I only have maybe 2” standover, which seems tight for a gravel

[RBW] FS: Possum merino socks, XL, raspberry

2023-03-20 Thread Jay P
ey're great socks but . very very soft and warm and slightly fluffy $20 shipped to you (rather than $25 now + tax + shipping) (may take a few days) If interested please DM - Jay P Marin, CA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owne

[RBW] Re: 26.8 seatposts with generous setback

2023-04-12 Thread Jay P
This thread on ibob has some info on this subject: https://groups.google.com/g/internet-bob/c/88zkSC-6JU4/m/ZKwO1smGHwAJ Jay P. Reno, NV On Wednesday, April 12, 2023 at 8:42:42 PM UTC-6 eric...@gmail.com wrote: > [image: Screenshot 2023-04-12 at 10.40.34 PM.png] > > Hi all — I'm

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