Re: [RBW] Vertical challenge Soma SM

Brian, Just click on "geometry" here: http://www.somafab.com/archives/product/san-marcos-frame-set 28.8 in = 73.1 cm Might suggest re-checking that PBH, too. Rachel is 5'2" & long-torsoed but still has a 73cm PBH. If really 67, it may be mixte time (not a bad thing!). B

Re: [RBW] FS Grunden's poncho

Hi Adam, I'd take the poncho off your hands if still available. Best, joe broach portland, or On Sat, Sep 14, 2013 at 6:36 PM, Adam wrote: > Size large. Great condition only used a few times. $50 plus shipping from > Berkeley. > > Thanks, > Adam > > -- > You rece

Re: [RBW] Re: Connecting Toplight Line Plus to SON/Edeluxe

27;ve been very tempted, and even bought some jeweler's files at one point, but so far Tony's admonition has kept me unholy. Best. joe broach portland, or On Tue, Sep 24, 2013 at 5:55 PM, Bertin753 wrote: > Success. Thanks. Now I need to find a better way to route the power wire >

Re: [RBW] Winter Projects, 2013/14 version

x27;ve borrowed it on visits. The steering takes a little attention at first, though! Best, joe broach portland, or On Mon, Oct 28, 2013 at 10:55 AM, Bill Lindsay wrote: > My winter project list involves: > > 1. Some wheelset swapping: Dynamo wheelset moves form Hilsen to Rawland &g

Re: [RBW] Saddlebags vs Revelate bags

ated rack), doesn't stick out, load is compressed, doesn't require saddlebag loops. All things that probably matter a lot more for off-road racing than touring. Let us know what you come up with! Best, joe broach portland, or On Thu, Oct 31, 2013 at 2:10 PM, Anne Paulson wrote: >

Re: [RBW] Re: Saddlebags vs Revelate bags

uldn't buy another, though I've heard that older production was better quality. I'll stick to Riv or others for saddlebag needs. Best, joe broach portland, or On Thu, Oct 31, 2013 at 3:11 PM, Anne Paulson wrote: > "The nylon used is heavy duty and top notch,and very very well t

Re: [RBW] Catalogue

Agreed. The new catalog(ue) is a masterpiece. I especially love the handwritten final edits--a stroke of genius. I wish it would become the norm! Best, joe broach portland, or On Sun, Nov 3, 2013 at 11:19 AM, Patrick Moore wrote: > I had a pleasant surprise last week when I found the new

[RBW] Crazy-priced Riv water bottles on ebay

Not sure I can justify drinking from my Riv bottles in this market... http://www.ebay.com/itm/RIVENDELL-WATER-BOTTLE-BIDON-MADE-BY-SPECIALIZED-LARGE-GREEN-/271314267002?pt t=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item3f2b972b7a

Re: [RBW] Re: I like the MUSA Anorak

seem nifty. Best, joe broach portland, or On Tue, Nov 19, 2013 at 3:17 PM, Michael wrote: > Is this just like like that Mermot dri top people seem to like? >> >> -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups > "RBW Owners Bunch" gr

Re: [RBW] Re: Grant on tires

All, I don't see how a wire bead could affect performance beyond the slight weight difference. It just so happens most supple sidewall, thin tread tires are folding bead. At least I think so. Best, joe On Fri, Mar 21, 2014 at 5:52 PM, RJM wrote: > I can't stand wire beads...much prefer a fold

Re: [RBW] OT: carrying fishing poles on a bike

I've carried fly rods in their (inner tube-wrapped) aluminum tube using a PVC endcap at bottom and toe strap at the rear rack. This setup has worked great even on singletrack (with a 4-piece rod). You can get the idea from this photo: https://www.flickr.com/photos/cyclerslife/2696878540/in/album-7

Re: [RBW] Re: OT: carrying fishing poles on a bike

Baskets are great for waders and boots, too. If it's not raining they dry on the way home! I carried fishing pack in one basket and boots and waders in the other. Ron's is classier, but hobo fishing works fine and doesn't leave anything grab-able on the bike. Best, joe pdx or On Sat, Apr 30, 2016

Re: [RBW] Re: Sugino chainring swap as easy as this Rivideo makes it look?

​ On Tue, May 24, 2016 at 4:08 PM, Joe Bernard wrote: > > 2. No grease on square taper spindles. It encourages installing the crank > too hard to the point of splitting it. > I think it's not a big deal either way, but here's Jobst on the subject, via Sheldon: http://www.sheldonbrown.com/brandt/

Re: [RBW] Upright road riders tell me your fit setup please.

> > ​ > 1. Terrain you ride in. paved roads to easy singletrack ​ > ​ > 2. What model bike and upright handlebar.​ ​56cm cr-mo albatross ​ > ​ > 2. What type of on-road riding you do (commutes, errands, centuries, > ​... > ​(did, for me, I've switched to drops for now) fun and getting places

Re: [RBW] Less expensive 650b alternatives to Compass/GB tires?

​Lungimsam​ bemoaned: I have enjoyed mine, but they...are...soexpensive When you add in shipping it comes to like 70+ bucks per tire for the Loup Loups. Love these tires and highly recommend them, though. If the expense is taking the fun out of it, put on a $40 pair of Col de la Vies and

Re: [RBW] Re: Needed: Silver shifter square washer or replacement shifter

r request.  Although the downtube version is soft > aluminum and can be easily filed down to resemble the barcon version. Now I'm confused. Mine are steel, square holes, little limit stop nubs, left and right side specific. There's nothing like them in my bar end shifters. Best, joe bro

Re: [RBW] Re: Needed: Silver shifter square washer or replacement shifter

Ah, gotcha. Patrick, if nothing else turns up, you're welcome to one of my DT washers. I'm confident you can caveman the nub off, even if it is steel. Best, joe broach portland, or On Wed, Apr 18, 2012 at 10:41 AM, William wrote: > OK, perhaps the Silver ones with the stops ar

Re: [RBW] Re: Frame bags

the likely knee rub. I should just learn to pedal like a normal person. Best, joe broach portland, or -- 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 unsu

Re: [RBW] Do generator hub lights attach/detach easily to front racks?

I'll add that this is a great place to use an oddball bolt/nut combo, or even fill a bolt head with beeswax or equivalent. Between all of that and the wires, only the most determined thief would persevere. Best, joe broach portland, or -- You received this message because you are subscrib

[RBW] cheap, indexed, and decent

gh for visiting flatlanders. What's a decent component set to look for? Open to gripshift or trigger shift, I guess. I think I understand the short v. long pull shifter/derailer thing. Any other gotchas? Bar end shifters are a little out of my price range for this project. Many thanks, joe broa

Re: [RBW] Re: tektro cr720 installation advice

le cantis, squeal about the same, set up easier, and are really ugly. Ugly probably shouldn't matter on a bike, but for some reason it does. Best, joe broach portland, or -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post

Re: [RBW] Re: tektro cr720 installation advice

for me. Others who've ridden those bikes say the same. I helped a friend set up some cr720s on his Kogswell, and try as we might they were always a bit weak. I've also found dime a dozen low profile brakes to work great with MTB levers, but they're hard to set up for aero road levers

Re: [RBW] Re: Slipping QR in horizontal drop out help

the axle at this point. Many have run QRs with horizontal drops without issue. I did with a 22/28 low gear for thousands of slip-free miles, and that using a Deore LX skewer with aluminum faces. Frustrating, to be sure, but I wouldn't be distracted by things other than that axle. Best, joe broa

Re: [RBW] Re: Slipping QR in horizontal drop out help

illing to do also trying to get a lugged steel bike under 18lb).  I never > had a single slip with those.  That was 1992. That makes some sense, titanium being harder (I think) than steel. The ones I've used have had aluminum or steel faces. I'll file this trick away for future use!

[RBW] Bullmoose measurements

so welcome, but I've only heard positives and am already familiar with the species. I really appreciate it! Best, joe broach portland, or -- 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-own

Re: [RBW] Re: Bullmoose measurements

e problem I have with the original Nitto bullmoose with short extension. Also glad the cyclofiend photos came in handy. The R15 "Funny Boy" rack is under appreciated--so versatile and finely made. One of the best racks for the haphazard lashing I tend to do. Best, joe broach portland, or

Re: [RBW] Double FD work with a triple?

I friction shift 26/36/46 with a 105 double. Works fine, although the shift to/from the granny isn't exactly snappy. Best, joe broach portland, or On Tue, May 22, 2012 at 6:31 AM, Mike wrote: > I'm doing some work on my rando bike, switching from a double (Sugino > 46/34) to a

Re: [RBW] Re: Thinking of switching handlebars on my AHH

brake levers work for you, especially off pavement? Neat setup. For quite a while, I ran bar end shifters with MTB levers out on the front curve. I really loved all the room to roam but missed being able to brake with my weight back. Best, joe broach portland, or -- You received this message bec

Re: [RBW] Re: rene herse crank

hat copy Shimano are the same, but I'd be interested to hear otherwise. And, who knows, standards aren't exactly standards in the bike world, but I wouldn't expect 107 -> 110 to affect chainline. Best, joe broach portland, or -- You received this message because you are subscribed

Re: [RBW] Re: rene herse crank

On Sun, May 27, 2012 at 12:54 PM, Joe Broach wrote: Reading what I wrote a little too late. I take that back on the 118/121. I've never actually handled a 121. Do they even exist? Best, joe broach portland, or -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups

Re: [RBW] Advice on Camelbacks

is different and kind of fun. It's also come in handy on a couple of bike camping trips when I've wanted to load up on water before a dry stretch to camp. I wouldn't have tried it except for the good deal (think it was $30 total), but now I think they have their place. Still not sure

Re: [RBW] WTT: Sackville (Black) Large Rear Bag for a Sackville Barsack & Mount

Not quite a direct hit, but for your consideration: I have one of the Sackville predecessor Baggins Boxy bags in khaki waxed cotton with the F-15 Nitto rack I'd be willing to trade. Some pictures of the actual bag here: https://picasaweb.google.com/joebroach/BikeStuffForSale Best, joe b

Re: [RBW] Mary Bar/Technomic stem incompatible?

lebar-into-a-stem/ Those Mary bars seem like a steal. I picked up an aluminum and a cr-mo set to try. Be warned, the cr-mo finish is bead blasted and feels like sharkskin--not exactly the "chrome finsih" advertised. Not that i'm complaining for $20. Report back on how you like the

Re: [RBW] Re: Shock cord arrangement ideas for the Baggins handlebar bag

This thread reminded me that I have a Boxy + F15 + map case on the shelf. Make me an offer if you're interested in the set! https://picasaweb.google.com/joebroach/BikeStuffForSale Best, joe broach portland, or -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups

Re: [RBW] Re: Shock cord arrangement ideas for the Baggins handlebar bag

Bag has been claimed. Thanks! -joe On Jul 12, 2012 2:47 PM, "Joe Broach" wrote: > This thread reminded me that I have a Boxy + F15 + map case on the shelf. > Make me an offer if you're interested in the set! > > https://picasaweb.google.com/joebroach/BikeStuffFor

Re: [RBW] Re: WTB: 64cm+ Touring Frame

Agree, but make sure you get a measurement on the tire clearance front and rear. Maybe the GTBC had things dialed in by '83, but some early examples have weirdly tight clearances, often at the seat stay bridge. Best, joe broach portland, or On Thu, Jul 19, 2012 at 10:57 AM, Scot Brooks

Re: [RBW] Nitto m12 rack install now brake problems...

on. Likely you can get the diameter back to normal by wrapping the canti post with sandpaper and taking off the bulge. Keep checking fit until you're there. This after you're sure it's nothing weird with the brake arm itself. Check by test fitting the matching arm from the rear of

Re: [RBW] Re: Car and Bikepacking Ideas for January-February

ll on whether 2 months in camp Deacon works for them. Maybe they have other ideas that would fit your requirements. Good luck, and report back on how it works out! Best, joe broach portland, or On Thu, Dec 12, 2013 at 8:20 AM, Deacon Patrick wrote: > I'm trying to read the long-rang

Re: [RBW] Re: Car and Bikepacking Ideas for January-February

whole clan. As you know, adventures are usually better when all voting members are in the spirit as it sounds like they are! Best, joe broach portland, or On Thu, Dec 12, 2013 at 11:48 AM, Deacon Patrick wrote: > Great idea, Joe, except for our circumstances. I'm so sensitive to scents

Re: [RBW] Albas & Thumbies setup

Tom, I like the road lever/porteur bar setup. I used to do something similar with MTB levers on the front curve of Albas. Do you find there's enough lever travel? It looks short in the photo. Best, joe broach portland, or On Fri, Dec 27, 2013 at 6:04 AM, Tom Matchak wrote: > When I

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

x27;s quarters to work. Or perhaps try a used Friday. It would have been nice to get some tandem experience before committing to a frame. The Friday certainly has advantages when it comes to storage and transport, though! Best, joe broach portland, or On Thu, Jan 30, 2014 at 12:31 PM, cycl

Re: [RBW] Best Rainy footwear/boots

where they seem to go on sale regularly. Best, joe broach portland, or On Fri, Feb 7, 2014 at 3:19 PM, Michael Williams wrote: > Hey all, so we've finally started getting some rain here in the Bay Area. > I like commuting in the rain and have a pretty good poncho setup, but &g

Re: [RBW] Hello

Hey Kevin, What tires are on the Roadeo? They look plump! Best, joe broach portland, or On Mon, Aug 18, 2014 at 8:05 PM, 'Kevin C' via RBW Owners Bunch < rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com> wrote: > Hello - I have been a long time reader of the RBW Owners Bunch group and &

Re: [RBW] Swappin' wheelsets question...

run out of chain in the big/big or need to adjust the "B" tension screw on your derailer Give it a whirl and eyeball 1-4, and you should be good to go. Or, did I miss something? Best, joe broach portland, or On Thu, Aug 21, 2014 at 6:42 PM, lungimsam wrote: > My two Rivs have GB

Re: [RBW] Well, Damn

Dang, Chris, I've had dreams where I bounce off cars and land on my feet--nice work! Sorry about the Homer, but glad you're OK. Broadway in general is such mess. Don't have to ride it that often, but every time I do it puts me on edge. Best, joe broach portland, or On Sat, Sep 6,

Re: [RBW] Two for the big boys

Jim, The Rom/Red were on the odd numbers, Ram was on the even. Roms up to 63cm then Redwoods in 65 & 67. Best, joe broach portland, or On Sun, Sep 21, 2014 at 9:53 PM, Jim Bronson wrote: > The Redwood didn't come in 67, it came in 68, IIRC. Not sure what the > next smaller

Re: [RBW] Two for the big boys

Oops, James and Jim are right. Rom/Redwood came in odd sizes through 65, but the tall Redwood was a 68. Sorry for the bad info! Best, joe broach portland, or On Sun, Sep 21, 2014 at 10:37 PM, James Warren wrote: > > Redwoods came in 65 and 68. That one was probably estimated from a >

Re: [RBW] Favorite new rumors from the industry, Interbike-ish stuff

is winter. Don't think I'll go 13-speed, though--ha! Best, joe broach portland, or On Mon, Sep 22, 2014 at 12:37 PM, Bill Lindsay wrote: > My cousin manages a largish shop in Southern California. My brother in > law is close friends with the owner of Jenson USA. I saw my cou

Re: [RBW] Favorite new rumors from the industry, Interbike-ish stuff

​ ​ On Mon, Sep 22, 2014 at 3:14 PM, Bill Lindsay wrote: > You heard it here, folks. Joe Broach is holding out for a 14-speed > cassetteFACT! > ​You know, with a triple that could just be the answer to life, the universe, and everything. Probably only if friction shifted, thou

Re: [RBW] DIY Saddlebag Quick-Release

Nice work! How did you attach the bracket to the saddle rails? I'm having trouble imagining just "two 5mm allen screws w/ lock washers ​"​ doing the trick. Best, joe broach portland, or On Mon, Sep 29, 2014 at 11:32 AM, jar351 wrote: > (Hmm... I tried posting this a couple

Re: [RBW] Re: DIY Saddlebag Quick-Release

Thanks for the extra info, jar351. Very slick indeed. Get back to us about whether the tapped holes hold up/stay tight over time. As you say, nylock nuts would be an easy upgrade if they don't. Best, joe broach portland, or On Wed, Oct 1, 2014 at 11:16 AM, jar351 wrote: > For those w

Re: [RBW] Your Bleriot with front rack and P-clamps works good?

arried up to 25lb in a basket zip tied to my mini with no problem. ​Best, joe broach portland, or​ -- 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 t

Re: [RBW] Surly after Riv

inny tubed bikes from the good old days. Then there are the Somas (Saga), Salsas (Vaya), and Surlys that independent shops can get. They're the ones (along with Riv and custom builders) that are really pushing the touring envelope I'd say. Good times! joe broach portland, or ​​ On Fri, Oct

Re: [RBW] Re: OK to mix and match front racks/decalers/bags?

retty firmly attached to the rack already. There's a lot more compression under a threaded locknut. Best, joe broach portland, or ​​ On Sun, Oct 19, 2014 at 10:12 AM, Steve Palincsar wrote: > On 10/19/2014 08:53 AM, Andrew Marchant-Shapiro wrote: > >> Not entirely true. VO mak

Re: [RBW] Re: Winter Riding Pants

t wet wading fishing pants I've used as long as the brush isn't too prickly. I'm still nursing along my old pair years later. The newer MUSAs I've tried were lots thicker, stiffer, and warmer. best, joe broach portland, or​ ​​ On Tue, Oct 21, 2014 at 9:14 AM, 'Mojo'

Re: [RBW] PSA: Gorgeous Custom on the 'Bay

​Gorgeous bike. What a great color. The recessed crown and brake bridge seem odd for a custom with cantis. But maybe that was just the way of the world back when. No real harm, I guess. best, joe broach portland, or​ On Wed, Oct 29, 2014 at 6:52 AM, cyclotourist wrote: > http://www.ebay.

Re: [RBW] Disturbing Trend?

granted a handful may be 29er or disc- specific: http://www.universalcycles.com/shopping/index.php?category=856 Best, joe broach portland, or On Sat, Nov 22, 2014 at 6:25 PM, George Schick wrote: > Having begun Winter off-time maintenance on my bikes I noticed enough rim > wear on the roa

Re: [RBW] One last time: 559X 32 mm Kojaks versus 559X 32 mm Primo Racers versus others?

e (no goatheads!), the plain Pasela's been just as flat resistant as the Tourguard. I've gotten 1 flat about every 600 miles with 700x32s. There's also the new T-serv PT from Panaracer that saves some weight (kevlar bead) and has a new flat protection layer. Best, joe broach portland, or

Re: [RBW] One last time: 559X 32 mm Kojaks versus 559X 32 mm Primo Racers versus others?

Patrick, Have you had a local shop confirm they're discontinued? I just googled "pasela 26x1.25 wire" and saw lots of stock of the non-TGs, but maybe that's the end of them. If so, the new "PT" models look promising. Best, joe broach portland, or On Sun, May 18,

Re: [RBW] One last time: 559X 32 mm Kojaks versus 559X 32 mm Primo Racers versus others?

h them yet, but 240g sounds promising. http://www.panaracer.com/urban.php The Kojak sounds like a winner, though, and Schwalbes seem to be worth the price. Best, joe broach portland, or On Sun, May 18, 2014 at 3:18 PM, Patrick Moore wrote: > Joe: I can't find anything online about t

Re: [RBW] Re: Least quill stem extension possible? Nitto Dirt Drop?

http://yojimg.net/bike/web_tools/stem.php is great for comparing reach and height of different stems. Made by one-time BoB listers, too! Best, joe broach portland, or On Tue, May 27, 2014 at 3:00 PM, Liesl wrote: > Also the higher the bar, the lower the effective reach is... > >

Re: [RBW] Carradice Duxback Poncho - Opinions?

erproof shoes (or a change of shoes at the other end). I get away with jeans except in torrential downpours. In those I get soggy, but only below the knees. The duxback seems great if a bit less packable than the nylon capes. I carry my nylon cape from Sep-Jun. It definitely makes rainy rides more

Re: [RBW] fs: NITTO ~ Mark's Rack

Hi Eric, I'll take it if still available! Thanks, joe broach portland, or On Sat, May 31, 2014 at 4:14 PM, Eric Wolforth wrote: > fs: Nitto - Mark's Rack. > > 4 struts included plus two large P-clamp to be used on the fork, if needed. > > $95 shipped (PayPal okay as

Re: [RBW] Quickbeam's Pedigree...

e in being built by Panasonic instead of Toyo. A friend carried some impressive loads on his 'beam, though the frame eventually protested (Riv took care of him). It's just a strangely versatile frame. Best, joe broach portland, or On Sun, Jun 1, 2014 at 10:31 AM, Larry Powers wrote: &g

Re: [RBW] Quickbeam's Pedigree...

> lighter stays and fork than the 'lantis, I meant, not lighter than RamRom. -joe in pdx On Sun, Jun 1, 2014 at 10:38 AM, Joe Broach wrote: > Maybe Riv will chime in, but it's fun to just make stuff up in the > meantime! My memory says the 'beam was slotted more betw

Re: [RBW] Quickbeam's Pedigree...

45. Sometimes it's just dumb luck. Best, joe broach portland, or On Sun, Jun 1, 2014 at 10:51 AM, Patrick Moore wrote: > Roadeo .65-.45, right? > > Also, if your friend had load problems with 9-6-9, how much did *he* > weigh? I carry largish loads on the Ram and God forbid

Re: [RBW] Re: Grand Bois tires, size discrepancy

Hi Anne, Also keep in mind that tires (it SEEMS like especially light, supple ones) grow in width over the first couple hundred miles. Don't be surprised if the GBs relax out to 32 or close after some riding. Best, joe broach portland, or On Tue, Jun 10, 2014 at 5:31 PM, Anne Paulson

Re: [BOB] Re: [RBW] Re: FYI - V-Brake Arm Lengths

n the tandem frame. Best, joe broach portland, or On Sat, Jun 21, 2014 at 5:12 PM, Mark Chandler wrote: > I've used them, and like them quite a bit. My only complaint is that the > cable is secured via a grub/set-screw (rather than a conventional > bolt/washer). > > >

[RBW] Canti-rom max tire

https://www.flickr.com/photos/cyclerslife/14632119366/in/photostream/ I wish the bridges were a skosh higher so I could run fenders with big tires, but given these bikes were a small run deal, I'd say Riv did pretty well. Best, joe broach portland, or -- You received this message because you are

Re: [RBW] Canti-rom max tire

You should be fine. I used grub screws in the fender mounts to keep the gunk out without cutting into my clearance. How do like the MSOs? They've been on my radar for when my stash of Mythos slicks runs dry. Having lived in Missoula, I'm partial to the name, too! Best, joe broach portl

Re: [RBW] Re: The Rivendell Bike Weight Thread

ke. I also have a Rawland Nordavinden built up about 4 pounds lighter. I can't tell the weight difference between them, so I guess my tolerance is at least +/- 4 pounds. Best, joe broach portland, or On Tue, Aug 5, 2014 at 12:04 PM, Bill Lindsay wrote: > Clayton, that is EPIC. Those f

Re: [RBW] Great Idea from Velouria

gh (well, not for long anyway!). Best, joe broach portland, or -- 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 unsubscribe from this group, send email to

Re: [RBW] Frame clearance between Ram and Cani-Rom the same?

x27;t think that was very many. I'm kind of clumsy by nature, and the toe overlap frustrates me on bad days with big tires and fenders, too. Something to think about. Also, the rear stays on the canti-Rom were beefed up for the brakes. Something else to think about. Pretty sure the fork was/

Re: [RBW] What does a light set of metal fenders actually weigh?

his before. Is there a way to have "group-owned" google docs, so that anyone subscribed to RBW could edit without making the whole thing public (and, thus, open to spam or other evils)? Best, joe broach portland, or -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Grou

Re: [RBW] What does a light set of metal fenders actually weigh?

500g +/- is in the ball park for aluminum or plastic w/ hardware. Honjos are the thinnest and I assume the lightest of the bunch. best, joe broach portland, or On Tue, Dec 20, 2011 at 12:21 PM, William wrote: > I'm dwelling on some numbers and I'm curious what a lightish se

Re: [RBW] Re: Stolen Bleriot.

Surely we can find Manny another 49 Bleriot? If not us, who? Then build it up with parts sent from all of our stashes. Who's in? Best, joe broach portland, or -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to t

Re: [RBW] Stolen Bleriot.

tal Riv poster boy! Best, and sorry if I offended anyone with my off the cuff idea. joe broach portland, or On Fri, Dec 23, 2011 at 1:18 PM, Joe Bernard wrote: > Not to be a Bah Humbug on this thing, but I think anyone vying to give away a > frame or parts should work on this privately.

Re: [RBW] Stolen Bleriot.

or anyone else thought I implied you were asking for our help. I still think it might turn up, too, if we all keep our eyes peeled. Best and happy holidays! joe broach portland, or -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To

Re: [RBW] Pricing Advice on Romulus

$600 for the slightly used frameset in 2005. The tall size probably gave it a smaller potential market. Best, joe broach portland, or http://cyclerslife.blogspot.com/ -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to t

Re: [RBW] Re: Commuting home on the Saluki raises bike etiquette question!

n anything about a right-turn only lane. Those are pretty rare in this neck of the woods. My opinion is the motorist had no business honking and asking the cyclist to move. Maybe the cyclist could have handled it better, but he may also have had past experiences that justified his response. Best,

Re: [RBW] Post-winter tune-up/clean-up/maintenance advice sought.

I'd add pull the stem, clean and regrease. There's no way to avoid getting water (and possibly salt) down the steerer. Best, joe broach portland, or -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this grou

Re: [RBW] Re: New Portland bike shop

lo Cult didn't already exist here yet. Funny that it's being imported from SoCal, but I'm not complaining! Best, joe broach portland, or http://cyclerslife.blogspot.com/ -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch&qu

Re: [RBW] Re: Gearing question

r derailer to make a sweet 2x3 setup (3 usable gears). Best, joe broach portland, or -- 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 unsubscribe from this

Re: [RBW] Nitto R-14 top rack on a Roadeo: Sacrilege?

ender eyelets? http://www.benscycle.net/index.php?main_page=product_info&products_id=872 I agree that one always should have room for the unexpected! Best, joe broach portland, or -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" gro

Re: [RBW] WTT: My B17 for your Flyer

el like it even "took the edge off" for me. Mine was stolen seatpost and all, and I swapped temporarily for a plastic saddle then a B17. If you're a bigger guy, on the other hand, then go for it! Best, joe broach portland, or On Tue, Apr 9, 2013 at 9:35 PM, Michael wrote: > Hi eve

Re: [RBW] Re: Cantilver bosses on older Rivs, LongLow broken canti bolt

Andrew, If you can go without the bike a few days, I'd ask around and take the fork to a small job machine shop. It's amazing what they can make right, and it would surely beat brazing/repainting the fork. Let us know how it turns out! Best, joe broach portland, or On Sun, Apr 14, 20

Re: [RBW] any metal fenders that will fit 700/42c tires

Seth- Haven't used them personally, but Berthoud makes 700x60s in stainless steel (http://www.peterwhitecycles.com/fenders.asp). Note that the 700x50s I had several years ago were disappointing. The front fender wasn't any longer than Planet Bike plastics and required a huge mudflap.

Re: [RBW] New-to-me Ram - Need tires!

#5863925294024508226 > > > https://picasaweb.google.com/BERTIN753/RAMBOUILLETFINALLYBUILT040613#5863925386730853778 > Patrick, There's 35, and then there's "35." Schwalbes I've owned tend to run about 10% under width. Have you measured those 'jaks? I seem to r

Re: [RBW] Re: Interesting discussion: Riv bikes v. BQ bikes

ry primer is included in http://www.bikequarterly.com/bq102.html. Jan's Raid Pyrénéen is a great story in that issue, too. Best, joe broach portland, or -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from th

Re: [RBW] Riding from Portland to the Coast

n Astoria. Astoria: http://escapevelocipede.blogspot.com/2006/08/81806-to-82106-north-oregon-coast-320.html Cape Lookout via Nestucca River Road: http://cyclerslife.blogspot.com/2011/08/three-friends-ramble-to-coast.html Best, joe broach portland, or On Wed, Jun 26, 2013 at 8:36 AM, franklyn wrote:

[RBW] Portland to Seattle through the backdoor on a Romulus

l Hill. Thanks, Bruce! We crashed with friends in Seattle and took Amtrak back to Portland. Enjoy some photos from the trip here: http://www.flickr.com/photos/cyclerslife/sets/72157634488426216/ Best, joe broach portland, or -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Group

Re: [RBW] Terrible News

s passions, or just to help the family, I imagine there are many here like me that would love to contribute something. All the best, joe broach portland, or On Tue, Jul 9, 2013 at 2:33 PM, Jack Warman wrote: > Friends, > > I am fortunate to have Seth as a real-world friend. And, your

Re: [RBW] Re: 7/19 BLUG broken Sam

't require the dropout releases because they resist folding/rotating toward the crown--the common plastic fender trick that results in over the bars and/or bent fork. Not trying to defend the lack of safety features on metal fenders, or imply that the rider's setup was wrong. Just a curi

Re: [RBW] Gotham Cargo Crate

all. They're an ingenious bunch! Best, joe broach portland, or On Wed, Jul 31, 2013 at 2:45 PM, SMP wrote: > Hello Bunch, > > I am contemplating a few upgrades to my bike, and one of these is the > autumn <http://www.gothamcargo.com/about-autumn/> front basket/crate by

Re: [RBW] Gotham Cargo Crate

Sorry, I missed the part about mounting to a front rack and understand wanting to keep the clamps off the bars. That dropout is spectacular. Lip free or die. Good luck! Best, joe broach portland, or On Wed, Jul 31, 2013 at 3:28 PM, SMP wrote: > @Peter - thanks for the tips. I am not so ha

Re: [RBW] coffeeneuring

Eunice, Thanks for sharing. Looks like you have a great coffee scene there. The photos are stunning! Best, joe broach portland, or On Sun, Nov 23, 2014 at 12:01 PM, Eunice Chang wrote: > For those of you who like coffee and bikes, here's my write up for this > year's coffeen

Re: [RBW] Re: Disturbing Trend?

George, A happy coincidence that might benefit you, too, is that the ERD of the A23 is close enough to the Aerohead to re-use spokes in some cases. I just re-laced a front with no problem and plan to try with the O/C rear when that aerohead wears out. Best, joe broach portland, or On Nov 24

Re: [RBW] Re: Help Choosing Tires - Jack Brown vs. Compass Stampede Pass

there, too. I've averaged around a flat per 1000 miles using either plain or TG Paselas over the years, so I'm due, but to say these are flat prone isn't supported by my data (n=1). I'm pretty light and run them between 50-60psi. Best, joe broach portland, or On Mon, Dec 1, 2014 a

Re: [RBW] stripped braze-on

this route in the OP's place. I do this on perfectly fine rack mounts anyway. Belt and suspenders approach. Best, joe broach portland, or On Dec 24, 2014 7:01 AM, "Geoffrey" wrote: > I think using a nylock, putting a screw all the way through and using that > as a "sleev

Re: [RBW] If you want to monitor progress on my DIY springless rear derailer project, a flickr album

ot inherent to the design, though. Modern derailers are solving chain slap with clutches in rear derailers, some with special "I"m removing the rear whee nowl" modes. I'd like to try one, but I think they're all 10-speed and up, and I'm not quite there yet. Best,

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