[RBW] Re: FS: Clem Smith 52cm Offroader

Thanks very much to Chris. I am delighted to give this bike a new home. This is a really neat bike. Reminds me a little bit of the Jones I test rode briefly a while back - just a little scaled back. Clem Jones Jr? Because no bike is truly "yours" until you've made some customizations, and beca

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: Clem Smith 52cm Offroader

ditto on 108 or 113, please get in touch. > > Back to Clem: I particularly am interested in how it does on dirt; not > necessarily tight, technical singletrack, which I don't like anyway, but on > dirt roads and doubletrack -- compared to the Jones, and compared to your > sta

[RBW] Re: (no longer FS:) Clem Smith 52cm Offroader

Thanks to iamkeith for the excellent in-depth write-up of the comparison between the Clem and the Jones. Having done some more riding on this fat tire Clem now, I definitely agree with his assessment. The long chsinstays definitely make it less quick and less conducive to popping up the front wh

[RBW] Re: Slightly OT; WTB BURLEY PICCOLO

I hope you enjoy the Piccolo. My family has really enjoyed ours - my son is really excited about going out riding and keeps up a running commentary about which gear he's in. We've now got the Burley racks on both my Clem and my wife's Clementine, so we can trade off towing him on family trips,

[RBW] Re: appaloosa pedal dust cover

Thanks for posting this! I have a pair of these pedals (taken off an Appaloosa build by my LBS), and will definitely check the dust covers for tightness and apply fixative if necessary. I really like these pedals, btw. They're really smooth and comfortable, and the pins are grippy without being

[RBW] Re: Slightly OT; WTB BURLEY PICCOLO

The Moose racks (bought recently) do have a threaded hole in the center for the bolt on our (new, not MUSA) Piccolo to attach to. I don't know if the old model had a different attachment, but I can confirm that the racks DO have a bolt hole. /Jeremy On Tuesday, May 17, 2016 at 8:10:22 PM UTC-

[RBW] Re: eCLEM

That seems like a fabulous idea to me. I've been trying to figure out the role that each of my bikes will fill, and the idea of an electric-assist conversion for the clem hadn't occurred to me. But you're right, the clem would make a nice, roomy, stable platform for such a conversion, and it wo

[RBW] WTB: Nitto Soba (177-LT) 46cm

I know I could easily just get a 46cm Noodle for a cockpit re-do of my go-fast road bike, but I figured (because I never do things the easy way) I might first see if anyone has a nice wide Soba model on hand that they're not using. Anyone? Thanks, /Jeremy -- You received this message because

[RBW] Re: Long rides on low carb...

Hi, René, The Lake Tahoe ride sounds like lots of fun. Can't make it next Sunday, but maybe the next time it's done - I might even be almost in shape by then! As for high-fat, bike-portable snacks, we have enjoyed nut balls made from macadamia nuts, coconut oil and coconut butter, cacao nibs, a

[RBW] Re: Three Things

Re: (1) - The Evening Constitutional is a fantastic idea and one that I'm going to steal/adopt as soon as we can leave our son in the house alone. As far as comfort is concerned, I wouldn't sweat it - he's the one who has to be comfortable on his bike. If I had to venture a guess I'd point at th

Re: [RBW] Re: Thoughts on the whole low trail thing?

If only the Champs Elysees forks came in 1" threaded steerer versions... /Jeremy On Thursday, June 16, 2016 at 1:48:55 PM UTC-7, Tim Gavin wrote: > > Yes, a replacement fork seems like an easy way to try low trail. There > are several framebuilders who will make you a low trail custom fork; Jef

[RBW] Re: Clem Smith Jr, 7 month and 2200 miles in

The thing I really love about the Clem is how well it fits me, which most "normal" factory bikes do not. The long top tube, intended to make it work well with swept-back bars I assume, means that with less-swept-back bars, I can get a fit that works for me as a short-legged, long-torso individua

[RBW] Re: Neat made-by-Nitto Simworks front rack

I just ordered one of these for my Clem and will report back how that goes. It looks like it has a nice mounting point for the dynamo light and I like the overall look. /Jeremy On Thursday, June 23, 2016 at 8:47:49 AM UTC-7, Bill Lindsay wrote: > > Absolutely it should work fine. If your Sam ha

[RBW] Re: Neat made-by-Nitto Simworks front rack

The threaded front pannier rail bolt seems like a good place to attach a dynamo light. That's my plan, anyway. Not sure about the sizing of the top platform - custom bag required? Basket? We'll see... /Jeremy On Saturday, June 25, 2016 at 4:52:27 AM UTC-7, drew wrote: > > I saw this rack in a s

[RBW] Re: Seeking advice - where would you turn to, to try to sell non-Rivvy bikes?

A friend of mine recommended http://www.pinkbike.com/buysell/ as an active buying and selling forum for bikes, though I haven't made use of it myself. Seems a bit more MTB oriented, but there are other categories with plenty of listings. /Jeremy On Monday, June 27, 2016 at 4:20:00 AM UTC-7, Jo

[RBW] Re: Anyone using this Ti lock? How you like it?

I bought one of the Mini TiGr locks for my titanium go-fast bike, and overall I'm quite happy with it. Sometimes it can be a little difficult to get it over my Clem's fat tires and a thick bike rack, but for most applications I've enjoyed it. The titanium loop is very light, though the steel lo

[RBW] Re: new bike day!!

I love 650Bx48 on the Clem - tried 650Bx2.35 Schwalbe Big Ones and just didn't care for the handling, even if they rolled well. My Clem has WTB Horizons, but I'm sure the Compass 48mms (Switchback Hill?) are great. On Wednesday, July 25, 2018 at 10:05:31 PM UTC-7, Joe Bernard wrote: > > I don't

[RBW] Re: Bullmoose Bars - Your Experiences?

That's been my experience with the bosco moose bars as well - any bar that doesn't let you choose the angle is going to be wrong for nearly everyone. I like the long-reach bullmoose both for looks and for control, but I have replaced them on the Clem because it's mostly used for relaxed on-road,

[RBW] Re: Have dynamo wheel your Roadeo?

I don't notice drag with any of my many dynamo hub wheels (SP, Kasai by SP, SON, Shimano), but I _do_ notice a vibration at some speeds with all of them. It's subtle, but if you're riding smooth roads you should be able to sense it. Is it a problem? No. All non-racing bikes should have full time

[RBW] Re: Have dynamo wheel your Roadeo?

I guess it's not quite true that I've never noticed the drag - I DO notice the difference in efficiency on my Brompton between the original wheel and the SON-equipped wheel. It's minor, but it's there. /Jeremy On Monday, August 27, 2018 at 1:14:18 PM UTC-7, Lum Gim Fong wrote: > > I want to ru

[RBW] Re: Bar-end brake levers on Albastache?

I use and love bar-end brake levers on my albastache-cockpit commuter bike. For shifting it has a shortened-and-rubber-capped Silver shifter on a thumbie on the right side. On the curves, tandem stoker knobs provide another grip location which I find I basically never use, so I'm thinking about

[RBW] Re: Sharing a 52 Clem L with my much shorter spouse. Feasable? Crazy?

I am 5'10" with an 83.5cm PBH, and I ride a 52cm Clem H comfortably. My wife is 5'5" with a much lower saddle height, and she rides a 52cm Clem L with the seat slammed. But for someone 5'0", even with an un-suspended saddle, I don't think it's going to work. And, as Ed points out, you'll both n

[RBW] Re: New Rosco Cargo Mixte

I like this a lot! I've been saving my Mtn Mixte for a mid-drive motor conversion, and I think a cargo fork would be the perfect extension of this utility bike idea. Gotta get one of these! On Friday, September 28, 2018 at 2:35:01 PM UTC-7, Drw wrote: > > Just finished converting my rosco mtn mi

[RBW] Re: Anyone catch the hint on Instagram of a 26" Compass knobby?

I just invested a good bit of money in a set of nice 26" wheels (Velocity Cliffhanger rims, dynamo front and V-O touring rear) for a RTP build (MB-1 with custom low-trail fork), so I'm all in favor of more good-quality options in the size if this build doesn't end up a permanent keeper. Sounds

[RBW] Re: Taking Clem to a different level

That's very nice! I briefly experimented with dirt drops on the Clem (with a 100mm Nitto Dirt Drop stem), but found that the reach was maybe an inch too long even with my proportionally-crazy-long torso. Your idea of an Analog stem is interesting, though - that might be just the thing for a re-

[RBW] Re: FS: Riv HHH Tandem (small)

Seconded! This is a great deal on a very nice tandem. I have just about an identical one, also sadly not getting much of any use. I cannot imagine housing it in a kitchen, though - this is a lot of bicycle, even in a size small. Someone buy it and get it rolling! /Jeremy On Saturday, October 2

[RBW] Re: Silver 2 thumb shifters on the Blahg

Very true. I have adapted Silver shifters to work better as thumb shifters by grinding down shorter and capping with a Rustines rubber grip, and have been pleased with the results, but it's a lot more work than using something designed for the job. On Friday, October 26, 2018 at 9:37:56 AM UTC-

[RBW] Unsolicited endorsement: Peppermint Goat gritty hand soap

I've spent some time wrenching on bikes recently, and I've been consistently amazed at how effective the Rivendell-sold gritty hand soap is at removing grease and grime from hands. I don't know if it's the grit particles or the soap itself, but it's fantastic stuff. Leaves hands nice and soft,

[RBW] Re: Frank Jones Sr Finally "done"

Beautiful build! I think you're going to be very happy with the Frank - I know I'm absolutely loving how it rides. Hoping to get fenders mounted and ready for some "finished" shots this weekend. Looking at your nice clean drivetrain and fenders makes me re-think my multi-gear Frank approach. May

Re: [RBW] New Wavie Bar Photos

I'm very pleased with my MAP bars on my Kogswell - they're really a great balance between full-forward drop/flat bar and full-upright Albatross/Choco/whatever. I'll definitely give this one a try once available. It has a good look. I find that a fully-upright position works poorly for me - I ge

[RBW] Re: Hubbuhubbuh wheelset specs

Mine has: Rims: Velocity Cliffhanger Front Hub: SON Tandem hub, 40H (I think this is 100mm OLD, just larger flanges and higher spoke count) Rear: White XMR-T (145mm OLD) 40H (with 180mm Shimano XT disc rotor) On Wednesday, May 9, 2018 at 8:26:31 AM UTC-7, Jim S. wrote: > > Hi all, I was going to

[RBW] Re: Bicycle Stuff - FREE to Good Home

Looks like some good stuff, including parts I've been needing for projects. I would be happy to pick up! And 826valencia.org looks like a worthy organization indeed - would be delighted to make a donation even if not picking up parts. /Jeremy On Monday, May 21, 2018 at 8:06:30 AM UTC-7, John w

Re: [RBW] Re: MTB hints in yesterday's Blahg?

I don't think any of the rugged-type Rivendell bikes would need any additional reinforcement to run disc brakes. The Clem/Hunq/Appaloosa are all rather stoutly tubed. Flexy they ain't. /Jeremy On Tuesday, June 12, 2018 at 10:27:09 AM UTC-7, Hugh Flynn wrote: > > It’s a fair point to be sure, bu

[RBW] Re: New Dia Compe 610 Centerpull Brakes?

I tried and failed to use these on the Frank Jones Sr. They fit the front just fine, but nowhere near enough reach for the rear. I've been saving them for another project, as they're pretty nice looking, though the rounded edges of the more-retro ones Rivendell's bringing in have an appeal, too

[RBW] Re: Pedals and Cycling Shoes for Feet Shaped Feet

The Lems Primal are the most comfortable shoes I've ever worn (even more comfortable, to me, than the Vivobarefoot shoes I wore for years). The bottom isn't as thin and flexible as Vivo, but it's also not quite as stiff as Patrick's looking for, I suspect. But at least it IS thick enough that I

[RBW] Re: Riv Odds/Ends/Accessories to Add to an Order.

Both the sunscreen and the lip balm that Riv sell are family favorites and I add some of them to most orders. Good stuff. On Friday, July 6, 2018 at 7:19:48 AM UTC-7, David B wrote: > > I feel like I've asked this question before, but I'll throw it out there > again. > > What odds/ends/accessori

[RBW] Re: Wald 137 bag recommendations?

I have bought far too many Wald 137-specific bags because I just love bag-in-basket loading. I'm not sure what would best meet your criteria, but a few thoughts: RELoad - Capacious, available in custom colorsets, relatively easy in and out, relatively secure, has outside pocket. Not enough indi

[RBW] Re: Wald 137 bag recommendations?

I haven't spent much time riding rough places with the OuterShell bag, but it's fairly structured with rigid plastic inserts, and that's before you add the foam camera inserts. I wouldn't be particularly worried about floppiness. On Sunday, July 15, 2018 at 7:20:23 AM UTC-7, Patch T wrote: > >

[RBW] Re: Clem H Last Chance

Understandable, given the feedback on the two models I've been reading here. That said, I vastly prefer my Clem H to my wife's Clementine L. Hers is certainly prettier, but the flex bothers me. /Jeremy On Thursday, December 7, 2017 at 6:59:54 PM UTC-8, Doug H. wrote: > > The BLUG hints that thi

[RBW] Re: Clem H Last Chance

Heh. She and I both ride 52cm - mine with some post showing, hers with it slammed. There is noticeable flex when mashing the L, but not the happy planing type of flex, like my Reynolds 531 lightweight. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bun

[RBW] Re: Frank Jones Sr details

I'm also not a single-speeder, but I am very tempted to try it out. I've wanted a bike with the Rivendell classic lugs for quite some time, and I could build this up mostly with parts on hand as a single-speed drop bar commuter. I just need to know what's the largest size I can stand over with

[RBW] Re: Frank Jones, latest Knothole post

I had my LBS order a 55, but I think I was too late to get the silver one (my preference). That was fast. Oh well, the blue looks nice, too. Now here's the fun question - do I build it up as a single speed or a 3-speed IGH? On Tuesday, December 19, 2017 at 12:05:07 PM UTC-8, Belopsky wrote: >

[RBW] Re: Riv shipping, a new world record

I think every single order I've placed with Rivendell, aside from pre-order stuff, has shipped the day I ordered or the following day, with next day delivery. They're consistently the fastest-delivering bike parts source I've used, even faster than Amazon Prime in many cases. On Thursday, Janua

[RBW] Re: Suntour Power Thumb Shifters

I just mounted some (similar) Suntour XC thumb shifters today on the Rosco Bubbe step-through I'm building up. I'd tried the Sunrace one-at-a-time that Rivendell sell, and just didn't like the right shifter - to avoid slippage, it had to be cranked down so tight that it wasn't fun to shift. The

[RBW] Re: Clem Smith Jr or Appaloosa as a mtb/gravel road bicycle.

I bought a Clem off this list that was equipped with knobby tires and a 1x8 drivetrain and intended for riding around on local trails and gravel roads. I've shifted it through a number of different configurations and it's currently set up with Albatross bars and 47mm smooth tires, but it worked

[RBW] Re: Clem Smith Jr or Appaloosa as a mtb/gravel road bicycle.

; > On Saturday, February 3, 2018 at 11:36:30 AM UTC-5, Jeremy Tavan wrote: >> >> I bought a Clem off this list that was equipped with knobby tires and a >> 1x8 drivetrain and intended for riding around on local trails and gravel >> roads. I've shifted it through a nu

Re: [RBW] Who wants a Hunqadiscer?

I volunteer to pick up that torch in a few months when the Bimoz motor for my MTBubbe comes in. On Saturday, February 3, 2018 at 9:29:19 PM UTC-8, Joe Bernard wrote: > > Hey, it could be worse, Mark. I could still be going on about Rivs with > electric motors ;-) -- You received this message b

[RBW] Re: Frank Jones Senor on the BLUG

I do love the clean and simple look. It makes me question my plans for a triple-crankset Frank Jones Sr. build (42x16, 36x19, 28x22). Hopefully we can keep everything else nice and clean like this. :) On Wednesday, February 7, 2018 at 6:13:36 PM UTC-8, Joe Bernard wrote: > > I love the 'Rivendel

[RBW] Re: Bullmoose vs. Choco-moose

I'm not a huge fan, personally, of fully 90-degree-swept-back hand positions for any sort of rough surface riding. I think rough-terrain bars tend to be 45 degrees or less sweep for a reason probably something to do with differences in strength of different arm muscles. I do enjoy my Bullmoose

[RBW] Re: Albastache (or Moustache) Brake Lever Positions

For my commuter bike I'm very, very happy with Albastache bars with reverse levers and the (single) shifter a shortened Silver with a rubber cap on the end, mounted on a VO thumbie mount. I have some stoker knobs mounted on the curves where people usually mount their road brake levers, but hones

[RBW] Re: Frank Jones Senor on the BLUG

If I didn't already have a bike with Albastache, that'd be my choice, too. I think I'm going to set it up with Compass Seilacooms and Nitto RM-013 on a dirt drop stem, because I don't have a bike like that yet. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW O

[RBW] Frank Jones Sr. slightly-rugged build

So, I just checked with my dealer, and my Frank Jones Sr. frame has arrived and they're going to prep it for me (frame saver, face/chase, press crown race and headset) so I can then do the rest of the build. I've sourced somewhat heavy-duty wheels (rear Mavic A719 with Phil hub and DOS 16/19, f

[RBW] Re: Frank Jones Sr. slightly-rugged build

Well, my shop didn't mention one, and we discussed what I wanted to use for it (going for a steel Tange Levin I think). So perhaps not included. Will post full build once complete in a week or two. On Tuesday, February 13, 2018 at 6:38:47 PM UTC-8, Belopsky wrote: > > Awesome! > > I was under th

[RBW] Re: Frank Jones Sr. slightly-rugged build

Interesting - I will have a chat with my shop. Thanks! If it was not included in the package, then perhaps we can discuss with our buddies in Walnut Creek. /J On Tuesday, February 13, 2018 at 8:16:45 PM UTC-8, Dave Small wrote: > > Jeremy, > > On a concurrent Frank Jones thread, Belopsky linked

[RBW] Re: WTB: Rivendell Poster

Wow, that's lovely. I wonder what it might take for them to issue another run of them? On Monday, February 19, 2018 at 8:27:06 AM UTC-8, Birdman wrote: > > Hey Bunch, > I’m searching for the poster below. I didn’t buy one from Riv when I had > the chance years ago. Anyone have an extra rolled

[RBW] Re: Vittoria Mezcal 29 x 2.35

Very interesting - and it also comes in a 67mm wide version which might work for a 27.5+ project I've got in the works. Thanks for linking to it! On Thursday, February 22, 2018 at 6:35:05 AM UTC-8, tc wrote: > > I just put some 2.*3*5 Mezcals on my 59 Clem and am really impressed! > This is an

[RBW] Re: Frank Jones Sr build "done"

Beautifully done, Igor. Love the raspberry seat and handlebar wrap! I'm looking at a very different build for mine - hoping I can get something half as cool put together. We'll see! On Thursday, February 22, 2018 at 10:35:57 AM UTC-8, Belopsky wrote: > > Some proper photos https://photos.app.goo

[RBW] Re: Nitto Kite bar?

I have one currently mounted on the tandem, which has gotten almost no use since build, so I can't give anything more than a vague positive impression of it. It's a bit like an Albatross but not quite as steeply swept back, resulting in a wider bar, as you pointed out. It's very similar to a Sur

[RBW] Re: Frank Jones brake choices

I have just picked up a set of Tektro R737 long-reach calipers for Frank. On their web site they're indicated as 47-59mm reach, but when I picked up the box it indicated 57mm max reach. A quick mock-up fit seems to indicate that they WILL reach the rims, but I'm a little concerned and will repor

[RBW] Re: Frank Jones brake choices

Well, looks like the rear on mine just didn't want to reach far enough. It's going to be 610 centerpulls for me. On Thursday, March 1, 2018 at 2:08:14 PM UTC-8, Jeremy Tavan wrote: > > I have just picked up a set of Tektro R737 long-reach calipers for Frank. > On the

[RBW] Re: Frank Jones brake choices

ng with a pair of NOS Gran Compe 700's instead. > > On Thursday, March 1, 2018 at 11:14:18 PM UTC-6, Jeremy Tavan wrote: >> >> Well, looks like the rear on mine just didn't want to reach far enough. >> It's going to be 610 centerpulls for me. >> >>

Re: [RBW] Re: Keven Sighting on Riv Instagram

It's good. I've ridden cargo bikes/cycletrucks with frame-integrated racks that don't move with steerering, and that's how the Brompton works as well. It means you don't fight the moment of the load while steering, so steering is lighter and less floppy than it would be otherwise. The next bike

[RBW] Frank Jones Sr. Build - Ready to ride, if not complete

Finished the handlebar wrap (man, do I need more practice) on my Frank build - with the contrasting swoop on the fork crown and the cross levers, I think I'll call him Mr. Mustache. Initial bad photos here, but I promised my local shop I'd do better. Campagnolo ATB triple cranks (with a 42T TA

[RBW] Re: Frank Jones Sr. Build - Ready to ride, if not complete

Here's the crankset. My shop had to machine down the TA chainring for a better match to the shape of the crank spider. In the back, it's a White DOS 19/19, and on the other side of the wheel a 22t freewheel. By the math, assuming an 8t max adjustment range, it should work, but I haven't yet tri

[RBW] Re: Frank Jones Sr. Build - Ready to ride, if not complete

It was theoretically set up for outer/outer, middle/inner, inner/other side. However, I would expect middle/outer and outer/inner to work as well - but no real reason to do it. On Friday, March 9, 2018 at 6:25:28 AM UTC-8, Coal Bee Rye Anne wrote: > > Well done! It’s a Tringlespeed! Looks like

[RBW] Re: Frank Jones Sr. Build - Ready to ride, if not complete

I take part of this back. I would not expect outer chainring/inner cog to work: chain too short. Now for some more coffee. On Friday, March 9, 2018 at 6:57:19 AM UTC-8, Jeremy Tavan wrote: > > It was theoretically set up for outer/outer, middle/inner, inner/other > side. However

[RBW] Re: Frank Jones Sr. Build - Ready to ride, if not complete

They're Dixna cross levers. I think your Merry Sales dealer should be able to order them, though I don't see them on the somafab web store. I'll post a report on them once I've got some time with them. On Friday, March 9, 2018 at 5:53:02 AM UTC-8, Leif Eckstrom wrote: > > Gorgeous. What are thos

[RBW] Re: Frank Jones Sr. Build - Ready to ride, if not complete

Today, yes. In general, probably not. :) On Friday, March 9, 2018 at 7:26:44 AM UTC-8, Paul Choi wrote: > > Are we going to see this on Caltrain? > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop rece

Re: [RBW] Re: Frank Jones Sr. Build - Ready to ride, if not complete

to install 3 > fixed cogs on one side. But the 17/19 or 17/20 Dingle have served my > purposes sufficiently. > > On Fri, Mar 9, 2018 at 7:54 AM, Jeremy Tavan > wrote: > >> Here's the crankset. My shop had to machine down the TA chainring for a >> better match to

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: Frank Jones Sr. (51.5cm) (PBH 77.5-80.2)

I did buy one, and it really is special. It's gotta be my most beautiful bike. Someone should grab this frame and build it up. Here's another build picture for encouragement. The knobbies don't QUITE have enough clearance under the fenders, so I've since switched to slightly smaller slicks. New

Re: [RBW] RBW / BQ inspired steel lugged custom

I really love the design and construction of the racks in particular - those really do add a special custom-bike flair to an elegant and beautiful bike. And the clean lines afforded by all the little details you specified - the internal routing, the SON SL hub - make this a very purposeful, wel

[RBW] Re: Cheviot (or Sam)

I'm not in a position to compare the two, but I would very much like to TRY a Cheviot, because I know from experience that my wife and I can easily pedal the Clem L-stype hard enough to cause problematic frame flex. The Cheviot should be stiffer, and I think that would help a lot. /Jeremy On T

[RBW] Re: Clementine frame flex (was Re: Cheviot (or Sam))

On Wednesday, August 10, 2016 at 5:05:48 AM UTC-7, Mark in Beacon wrote: > > > Jeremy wrote: > *I know from experience that my wife and I can easily pedal the Clem > L-type hard enough to cause problematic frame flex. The Cheviot should be > stiffer, and I think that would help a lot.* > > I am

[RBW] Re: My 52 Clem-L rides the bus

I'm pleased to hear a 52cm Clem fits a bus bike rack... wish it were a few inches shorter and fit properly in the racks on our commuter rail! On Sunday, August 21, 2016 at 5:11:32 PM UTC-7, LLM wrote: > > I wondered if the Clem with its looong wheelbase would fit the racks on > the front of our

[RBW] Re: Rivendell Quickbeam 58cm for sale

I _think_ it's too big for me. That's what I'm telling myself, anyway. The fact that my Clem is irritating to carry on the train and the Quickbeam would make a great commuter shouldn't affect that, right? ...right? /Jeremy On Thursday, August 25, 2016 at 12:37:00 PM UTC-7, Bill Lindsay wrote:

[RBW] Re: BICYCLE 'COCKPIT'

How about "user interface" - or is that my Silicon Valley talking? /Jeremy On Saturday, September 10, 2016 at 11:02:58 PM UTC-7, Joe Bernard wrote: > > Cockpit is commonly used because it's the easiest way to denote the > interface of bars, levers, shifters and doodads. I can't think of a better

[RBW] Hypothetical albastache handlebar setup

I'm putting together a commuter bike for my 18-mile commute because my fancy bikes are too fancy and my Clem is too long to fit nicely in the bike racks on the train back home. So I'm going to build up an old English 3-speed that will hopefully fit the bill. For handlebars, I am thinking about

Re: [RBW] Re: Hypothetical albastache handlebar setup

I'm actually looking at the albastache because I want the longer reach option - I have a very long torso, proportionately, and most swept-back bars end up too close for comfort except with really, really long top tube bikes and really long stems. I appreciate all the feedback from folks on this lis

[RBW] Re: The Cheviot has arrived!

On Sunday, September 25, 2016 at 10:56:29 PM UTC-7, René wrote: > > BTW, not an exact measurement, but with the bikes hanging from the front > wheel on my garage wall, the 60 cm Cheviot is about a bit less than a half > wheel longer than the 61 Homer. I'll measure total length when I get home, >

Re: [RBW] Re: Hypothetical albastache handlebar setup

There's also the Origin8 "Classique" levers, which have a somewhat related look to the TRPs but without the outwards flare to the levers. Might work well on the mustache/albastache? And they're inexpensive to boot. On Monday, September 26, 2016 at 6:19:37 AM UTC-7, Ryan Fleming wrote: > > I've

[RBW] Re: 50cm Cheviot build

Soma's FAQ about the Sparrow bars indicates that they're drilled out to accept either reverse brake levers or bar end shifters, and they're available as narrow as 49cm, if that's of interest. /Jeremy On Saturday, October 15, 2016 at 10:17:27 AM UTC-7, Linda G wrote: > > Are those albatross bars

[RBW] Re: WTB: Albastache bars

I didn't want to post a "me too" until someone replied to Monica and offered some. That said, if anyone _else_ has an extra albastache, or if Monica has already found one and no longer is interested, I'd love to try one. /Jeremy On Wednesday, October 19, 2016 at 4:29:59 PM UTC-7, Conway Bennet

[RBW] Re: Clem Smith Jr with Alternate Handlebars? - Choco-moose

I'm fairly delighted with the long-reach bullmoose bars on my 52cm Clem - super comfy. I'm not riding that bike very might these days and need to re-imagine its role, though, so a handlebar change might be part of the process. Maybe it needs to be less upright - some short-reach drops perhaps?

Re: [RBW] Re: FS 53cm Roadeo

I'm very glad this is not a 55 for exactly this reason. At least, that's how I read the geometry chart... On Friday, November 18, 2016 at 5:37:19 AM UTC-8, Philip Kim wrote: > > someone please buy this so i'm not tempted. > > On Thursday, November 17, 2016 at 4:34:59 PM UTC-5, Chad wrote: >> >> $

[RBW] Re: Drop bars for a kid: help me out.

Clem's got a very long top tube, but I suspect a shorter-reach drop bar on a short stem could work, particularly for those with longer torsos. Have you looked at things like the Fairweather/Nitto MOD174? It's kind of a scaled-down Noodle. I know from working on fit for my wife's Clementine that

[RBW] Re: Need Your Advice on Husband's Crazy Clem Idea

Just as a quick note, I recently installed a box on the front of my wife's Clementine. Very happy with how it looks, not sure about the functionality yet. /Jeremy

[RBW] Re: Another Appaloosa Rider

That looks fabulous so far, particularly the stem ornament. I am encouraged by the tilt of your choco-moose bars - they're tilted down enough that I could see that being genuinely comfortable. The bosco-moose bars my wife's Clementine came with make no sense at all, given that you can't adjust t

Re: [RBW] Re: Another Appaloosa Rider

I've used Ergons on an upgright, straight-ish handlebar on a commuter bike before, and I liked them a lot. But the shaping seems a little odd for the swept-back-bar hand position - the little flap part being on the inside, rather than facing the rider. Hey, if it works, it works. My wife seems

[RBW] Re: Another Appaloosa Rider

ich implies it is a universal reaction. I'm curious how long you rode > with the bars. > > On Tuesday, March 29, 2016 at 1:48:56 AM UTC-4, Jeremy Tavan wrote: >> >> That looks fabulous so far, particularly the stem ornament. I am >> encouraged by the tilt of your cho

Re: [RBW] Re: Another Appaloosa Rider

; I've also been thinking about giving the ESI Super Chunky's a try. > > On Wednesday, March 30, 2016 at 4:38:01 PM UTC-7, Jeremy Tavan wrote: >> >> I've used Ergons on an upgright, straight-ish handlebar on a commuter >> bike before, and I liked them a lot. B

[RBW] Re: FS: 56 cm Glorius, periwinkle

This is the right size frame for me, I've always wanted a mixte, and this one is absolutely beautiful. If I hadn't just commissioned a nice porteur/city bike from my local bike shop, I'd be jumping all over this (and maybe the Rosco...). As it is, I think I need more bike storage space before I

[RBW] Re: Any recommendations for grips on a Bullmoose handlebar?

I use bullmoose bars on my Clem, and have been using WTB Comfort Zone grips on them. I find them quite comfortable. If I were doing more aggressive off-road riding where I needed to be able to rotate my grip more, I'd probably go with something more rounded, but for my use (mainly pavement, occ

[RBW] Re: tires for clem

Bought my Clem off this list with a mismatched pair: knobby WTB Bee Line 2.2" in the front, smooth-ish Vee Speedster 1.95" in back. I've been pretty happy with them for general use, but I expect to trade them out eventually and I think the next tires on this bike will be Schwalbe Big Ones in 2.1

[RBW] Re: Handlebar Bliss

I didn't specifically _swap_ from drop bars to Albastaches, but when I put together my commute bike I decided I wanted to try Albastache bars and have found a combination that seems to work really well for me. Albastache bars, Dia Compe stoker hand supports out front, a thumb shifter, and revers

[RBW] Re: Dropbar Appaloosa

This makes me ponder finding a shortish stem (dirt drop?) and doing something similar with my Clem for a change of pace. I have some short-reach Fairweather MOD174 bars that might work... /Jeremy On Sunday, May 21, 2017 at 5:13:01 PM UTC-7, Sky Coulter wrote: > > Well I bought a 55 appa, sizing

[RBW] Re: Albastache Setup Question.

This may be of less use because a very different application, but I tried the Albastache (briefly) with regular non-aero drop levers and just didn't feel confident on them, so I worked out with my shop this alternative take on the Albastache: reverse brake levers, long rubber BMX grips, cut-dow

[RBW] Re: Shopsack or Sugarloaf

I have and love a waxed canvas Sugarloaf bag. It makes me sad that they no longer offer the waxed canvas option. It's an expensive little bag, but has a lot of good organization pockets on the inside - there's a lot more work that goes into making it than goes into a simple sack-type bag. It has

[RBW] Re: Changes to my Sam

Very nice! I had never really considered using BOTH the Wald basket and a handlebar bag, but you folks riding very tall bikes can pull that off just fine. I also just got one of the sugarloaf bags (in waxed canvas), and I love it. Tempted to get a second, because anything worth buying is worth

Re: [RBW] Where are the Brompton Owners or A Case of the Novembers

On Monday, November 28, 2016 at 1:18:34 PM UTC-8, Eric Norris wrote: > > P.P.S. I’ve had my Brompton for about a year now without any problems. > You’ll like it, but be aware that they take slightly more effort to ride > than a standard bike, due to the small wheels. Longest ride on mine so far

Re: [RBW] Where are the Brompton Owners or A Case of the Novembers

On Tuesday, November 29, 2016 at 6:33:35 AM UTC-8, Minh wrote: > > My other questions are more around living/using Bromptons. > >- Some of you mentioned going with the dyno option, my two Rivendells >have dyno-hubs because i never want to worry about having lights (or worry >about

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