[RBW] Re: My Heron build

I almost bought this frameset for the GF, probably should have. Glad to see my old WCS cranks in good use. Lookin' sharp! :-) KJ On Wednesday, June 18, 2014 5:46:27 PM UTC-4, Joe Bernard wrote: > > I'm still pretty lame at posting pics, but here's an attempt. I picked up > this Rive-designed, W

[RBW] WTB: 32h 700c Rims - Silver or Polish

Hi All, Another WTB posting here - looking for a pair of 700c rims for a wheel build. Something wider, a la VO Raid, Soma Weymouth, Salsa Delgado Cross, etc. Must be new/NOS. Must be polished (first choice) or silver (second choice). Classic box section, rather than aero preferred. Anyone hav

[RBW] Re: If you were going to go out and buy a fully modern contemporary bike, what would it be?

A couple of times, I've caught myself drooling over custom Ti gravel grinders. Seven makes some really attractive ones, and there's a local-ish-to-me builder in Guelph, ON called True North. He builds modern-styled steel and Ti bikes, including S&S coupled Ti tandems (!) His style is certainly

Re: [BOB] Re: [RBW] Re: A little teaser...

Good prices they have too! Nice to hear the product is also top-notch. Tempted to try them out on the next re-paint. KJ On Thursday, July 3, 2014 8:58:05 AM UTC-4, Addison wrote: > > That Groodybros powder coat came out really nice. Even got a clear coat > over the decals. > > Regards, > > >

[RBW] Re: Finally...Bridgestone transformed into a Resurrectio

So cool! Love the colour. Great write-up, too :-) KJ On Wednesday, July 9, 2014 7:06:40 PM UTC-4, Addison wrote: > > I had a lot of fun "restoring" my MB-1 and even more fun writing this > tongue in cheek review of a "hopelessly outdated" lugged steel mountain > bike with friction shifting, n

[RBW] Re: Ride Report: An account of my circumnavigation of the Great Lake Ontario on an A. Homer Hilsen.

Nice write-up. When I got to the part about Toronto, I almost laughed. You nailed it! That's pretty much what this city is like; reckless hooligan car-nation drivers. I saw my partner nearly hit (and probably nearly killed) by a speeding driver right in front of me. It was a very close call, w

Re: [RBW] Re: Ride Report: An account of my circumnavigation of the Great Lake Ontario on an A. Homer Hilsen.

so much as a cycling > destination. > > > On Tue, Jul 15, 2014 at 1:33 PM, Kieran J > > wrote: > >> Nice write-up. >> >> When I got to the part about Toronto, I almost laughed. You nailed it! >> That's pretty much what this city is like; reckles

Re: [RBW] Re: Ride Report: An account of my circumnavigation of the Great Lake Ontario on an A. Homer Hilsen.

It's definitely not an aberration! No shortage of lunatics in this town, at least when it comes to their driving habits :-/ If you do provide some feedback to the course designer, or if you choose to return to the area on your own outside of a formal rando scenario, be sure to check out the rur

[RBW] Re: I love 11-34!

Recently, I moved to a 1x9 spd setup, with a SRAM 11-34 in the rear, shifting with a 9 spd XT long cage RD. So nice, so much range. Enjoy! KJ On Monday, July 21, 2014 12:04:00 AM UTC-4, Jim Bronson wrote: > > Installed a HG50 9 speed 11-34 last week on my Riv along with a new Deore > M-591 SG

[RBW] Re: My Sam Hillborne is literally BOMBPROOF

Stay safe, Jay. As others have said, we all hope that lasting peace can somehow prevail in that part of the world. It's a complex situation, but there must be a way.. KJ On Tuesday, July 22, 2014 8:18:53 AM UTC-4, Jay in Tel Aviv wrote: > > 4 rocket attacks so far while I've been riding. Siren

[RBW] Re: Updated Legolas pics after a great day on the bike

Looks awesome! Sounds like a fun bike. Can't wait to try those Barlows. KJ On Saturday, July 26, 2014 8:16:39 PM UTC-4, reynoldslugs wrote: > > Hi bobs and Rivendell riders - > > updated Legolas pictures here: > > https://www.flickr.com/photos/41563482@N06/sets/72157645542691980/ > > Added a sug

[RBW] Re: How do I measure "Q" factor?

Another way is to simply mount the crank arms in the same orientation and just measure the dimension. KJ On Thursday, July 31, 2014 1:03:48 AM UTC-4, lungimsam wrote: > > ...without taking off the left crank arm... > > Any way to do it? > > I am curious as to how my two RBW bikes quack. > > Tha

[RBW] Re: 650b wheel building question

Indeed, I'm looking at having a set of 650b A23s built, and it's been said that those rims actually do well with high tension. It does seem to be a case-by-case matter, rather than something inherent to the wheel size. KJ On Thursday, July 31, 2014 1:13:16 AM UTC-4, Benz, Sunnyvale, CA wrote:

[RBW] Re: Paul Thumbies or IRD stem mounted shifters?

I love me my Thumbies/Shimano BE shifter combo for flar bars. I think Sun Race makes a similar product that emulates this arrangement. Works great, all is within reach. Never tried the stem-mounted dealies, but if was to, I predict I would return to the setup I have. KJ On Friday, August 1

[RBW] Upcoming visit to the Bay Area - With bike - Recommendations?

There are a couple of other threads from a while back that broached this subject, but I thought I would start a new one for freshness' sake. So, I'll be travelling to SF in a couple of weeks for some brief vacation time, and will be bringing a bike along with me. Naturally, I have done my share

[RBW] Re: Upcoming visit to the Bay Area - With bike - Recommendations?

Thanks for the tidbits. I'm still weighing the pros and cons of bringing the Rambouillet vs. bringing the Cross Check. Variety of reasons; versatility, gearing and componentry, tires, prospective emotional response to sustained airline misdoings or to theft, fitting the bike into a bike box, et

[RBW] Re: Upcoming visit to the Bay Area - With bike - Recommendations?

this service, but it's obscenely expensive for a 10-day duration (like, $400 or something). Any ideas on that? KJ On Monday, August 4, 2014 6:12:36 PM UTC-4, Kieran J wrote: > > There are a couple of other threads from a while back that broached this > subject, but I thought I wou

[RBW] Re: Do you ride your drop bars above, at, or below saddle height on your Rivbikes?

My 48cm Noodles are 2cm below the saddle on the Rambouillet. Shifters are Shimano BE. I rarely use the hooks or the drops. KJ On Wednesday, August 6, 2014 2:04:10 AM UTC-4, lungimsam wrote: > > Just curious how everyone here rides. There is no right or wrong way, of > course - just whatever i

[RBW] Re: Bike locks ?

Sort of depends on the context. In downtown Toronto, I use a heavy duty (and just heavy) Kryptonite NY Lock locking the rear tire inside the rear triangle to the rack, and a Trek cable lock from the saddle rails to either the rack or to the frame itself. Pitlocks on the wheels. In lower-risk s

[RBW] S/O for the 64cm Rambouillet?

Any 64cm Ram owners out there? I'm curious to know the standover height for one of these, ideally with 28mm tires. I'm eyeing out the sizing difference between the 62 and 64, and I understand the BB drop is a little more than average on Riv bikes. Any guidance would be appreciated, thanks! -- You

[RBW] Re: S/O for the 64cm Rambouillet?

Thanks for the info everybody! On Dec 16, 2:00 pm, Kieran J wrote: > Any 64cm Ram owners out there? I'm curious to know the standover > height for one of these, ideally with 28mm tires. > I'm eyeing out the sizing difference between the 62 and 64, and I > understand the BB

[RBW] Re: S/O for the 64cm Rambouillet?

s a chart that may be helpful:http://www.cyclofiend.com/rbw/geometry.html > > Out of curiosity, are you eyeing them at a bike shop that has both a > 62 and 64 in stock? > > On Dec 16, 11:00 am, Kieran J wrote: > > > > > > > > > Any 64cm Ram owners out th

[RBW] LF: Nitto M-18

Hi everyone, I'm looking for a Nitto M-18 or possibly a Mark's Rack. Before I shell out for a new one, I thought I would see if any used ones are available here. Send me an email if you have one to spare. Thanks! KJ -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "

[RBW] Re: Polishing update

Thanks for this! I've been wondering about an alloy polishing process recently, as I have some parts that could use a rehab. -- 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.c

[RBW] Re: My "Grilver" AHH

Love that colour! Looks awesome with the Racers, too. On Mar 27, 3:21 am, Philip Williamson wrote: > Wow. Just... wow. That's a beautiful bike. > >  Philip > > > > > > > > On Monday, March 26, 2012 1:59:46 PM UTC-7, Brian Campbell wrote: > > > Had this for just about a year now and have tried to

[RBW] Re: LF: Nitto M-18

Still looking for one of these. Missed out on a used one that came up on here recently. Also looking to try out some Alba bars. If you have either or both of these for sale, drop me a line! Thanks kjo...@gmail.com On Feb 6, 3:43 pm, Kieran J wrote: > Hi everyone, > > I'm looking

[RBW] Re: Albatross bars

I'm also curious about the steel vs. the Al version, ie. is there a discernable difference in rigidity between the two? Is the reason for the two models simply a weight-saving one? Not sure if anyone has ever had both, and compared. If so, do tell! KJ On Apr 6, 3:42 pm, Duplomacette wrote: > I'

[RBW] Re: FS: 64/66cm Orange Ram

Hey Ryan, where you located? Thx Kieran On Thursday, March 7, 2013 6:20:23 PM UTC-5, Ryan Ray wrote: > > Settled on $1400 plus shipping but I'm going to hold it for a local guy > this weekend. I'll bump the post Monday if he doesn't pick it up. > > - Ryan > > > > > > On Thursday, March 7, 2013 1

[RBW] Re: Cut Brooks

Looks great! I might have to try this with one of my shelved Brookses. KJ On Friday, March 8, 2013 2:12:28 AM UTC-5, stonehog wrote: > I had a couple Brooks B17s sitting dormant, and have wanted an Imperial > for a while, so have tools, tolerance for risk = homemade Imperial in green > and

[RBW] Re: Anybody try a 650b Ram with Hetres?

An old thread, but I'm also curious to hear from others about this Ram/Hetre love child. I'm looking at acquiring a used Ram, and like to hear about how this might turn out. I've seen pics of the match- physical clearance seems to be quite good. I'm interested in whether the riding characteris

[RBW] Re: Ram 650b with Hetre conversion update 2--test ride, thumbs up!

Thanks for the report. Also makin' me think.. KJ On Sunday, November 4, 2012 1:13:31 AM UTC-5, ttoshi wrote: > > Hi all, > > Greg, thanks for your offer on getting a little more reach, and Franklyn, > I took your advice and used V-brake pads, which are skinnier (but longer), > and that was eno

[RBW] LF: PR of Jack Brown Greens

Hey Peeps, I narrowly missed out on a used pair of JB Greens today, so I thought I would throw out a WTB for a set of these tires. New preferred. Lightly used considered too. Thanks! Kieran Toronto, Canada -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Own

[RBW] Need a recommendation for 2-bike storage system

Hey there, I'm short on space in my apartment, and I've begun to look at the horizontal hanging apparatuses to hang two bikes, one above the other. Like this one: Swagman Hang It The reviews o

Re: [RBW] Need a recommendation for 2-bike storage system

Hey Joe, Did you like the system or ? Not sure I want to jump on something right away- I want to get some opinions so I don't end up with a dud. Thanks! KJ On Monday, April 29, 2013 1:30:31 PM UTC-4, Joe Hogg wrote: > > On 04/29/2013 06:06 AM, Kieran J wrote: > > Hey there

Re: [RBW] Need a recommendation for 2-bike storage system

Good call. I was thinking the same thing - it will be the GF's Trek that occupies the upper position, which is smaller and not used a ton. KJ On Tuesday, April 30, 2013 12:17:22 PM UTC-4, Minh wrote: > > I don't have a specific recommendation, but a general one is to consider > which bike you

[RBW] Re: Need a recommendation for 2-bike storage system

uct here. Seems solid enough for a 25-ish pounder. Hope it works out: http://www.mec.ca/AST/ShopMEC/Cycling/BikeStorageRacks/PRD~5012-399/swagman-fold-it-bike-hanger.jsp KJ On Monday, April 29, 2013 9:06:55 AM UTC-4, Kieran J wrote: > > Hey there, > > I'm short on space in my apar

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

Hi all, New Riv owner, long time lurker. Received and built up a 66cm Rambouillet today (Thanks Ryan!). Moved all the parts over from my old ride, and things are feeling good. However, I'm still running the 25mm Bontrager slicks. It's all that would fit on the Trek 710 that's now up for grabs.

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

Yeah, will probably go without fenders for this one. I have other fendered bikes for poor weather riding. Going to try the Resist Nomad 700x35 (31 actual) to start. Cheap enough to try 'em out for fun. I've heard people say that the Ram is most stable (or, was meant for) 700x28's, but I can't s

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

> Let us know on the actual measurements, i did not see that these measure >> so much smaller then labeled. >> >> On Wednesday, May 8, 2013 3:05:28 PM UTC-4, Kieran J wrote: >>> >>> Yeah, will probably go without fenders for this one. I have other >>>

[RBW] Re: Another Albatross Question

To echo Garth's comment, I'm not sure where the rust would set in. It's a pretty seamless with no welds or crevices for corrosion to build up. I have a set of the CroMo Alba's and they are nice. I guess the idea is they provide slightly more shock absorption than the Alu ones. KJ On Sunday,

[RBW] FS: Ritchey, Shimano parts, Riv bag, etc

Another round of sale items is nigh. North American shipping is included for each of the items listed below. Please reply off-list with questions or to set up a purchase. Ritchey Logic Compact Double crankset – 46/30 rings, 94/58 BCD. 175mm. Large CODA ring is new, small Engagement Ring is s

[RBW] Re: FS: Ritchey, Shimano parts, Riv bag, etc

Ritchey Logic crankset has been claimed. And, notez-bien; the Shimano BB is actually a UN-72, 73x107mm variant. Thx. Kieran On Monday, May 27, 2013 11:53:41 AM UTC-4, Kieran J wrote: > > Another round of sale items is nigh. North American shipping is included > for each of the ite

[RBW] Re: FS: Ritchey, Shimano parts, Riv bag, etc

WCS Crankset and BB set sold. Everything else still available. On Monday, May 27, 2013 10:05:17 PM UTC-4, Kieran J wrote: > > Ritchey Logic crankset has been claimed. > And, notez-bien; the Shimano BB is actually a UN-72, 73x107mm variant. > > Thx. > Kieran > > > >

[RBW] Re: HELP...last minute Rivendell paint decision!

Green Pleeez! On Monday, June 10, 2013 6:27:51 PM UTC-4, jinxed wrote: > > OK...my AR is off for repaint. Because reasons I'm faced with a last > minute decision. > > I love both and would be giddy either way. So if these are the only 2 > options, what say the ROB? > > PICTURE HERE

[RBW] Re: Quickest bar tape goo removal chemical?

Goo Gone On Sunday, June 16, 2013 11:14:23 PM UTC-4, Michael wrote: > > Anything just rips it right offa there? > > I am cleaning off a Noodle. > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop rece

[RBW] VO Grand Cru 50.4 MKII Crankset for Ram - BB Length?

I'm thinking about adding a VO 50.4 MKII compact double to the Rambouillet. Anyone else out there have this setup? VO recommends a 118mm for most frames. Does that compute with anyone's findings for this particular combo of crank and frame? I'd like a nice tight clearance for the rings and the

[RBW] Re: poll: what do you have on your rack (s)?

Old brown Baggins loafer-type on the Mark's Rack. Filled with couple of small tools, phone, keys, snacks and light wind shell for excursions. All I need! KJ On Friday, July 5, 2013 10:13:07 AM UTC-4, NWAJack wrote: > > So a while back there was a RR article about what they were carrying in >

[RBW] Re: riv ride redux

Love the photos and narrative. Looks like great fun. KJ On Sunday, July 7, 2013 12:29:17 AM UTC-4, stonehog wrote: > > I did a more thorough ride report on last month's Seattle vs. Portland Riv > Rumble - hopefully inspiration to the nor-cal vs. so-cal rumble coming up. > Special thanks to C

[RBW] Re: Terrible News

OMG, that's horrible. Never met him but RIP nonetheless. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To p

[RBW] Re: FS: Rivendells 68cm - three of them sort of

A couple months ago, I would have taken the AHH. I agree w Michael; sell the Hilsen. The Ram and Atlantis are different, and complimentary. KJ On Wednesday, July 17, 2013 1:10:54 PM UTC-4, Kelly wrote: > > So the story is... I am buying a 68cm Atlantis which I will need to build > up. This

[RBW] Looking for Adirondack route suggestions.

I would like to second this request, as I'm also interested in doing some Adirondacks and other upstate NY riding. Kieran Toronto, Canada -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving ema

[RBW] FS: brooks tetkro shimano nitto paul

What's the clamp size on the nitto stem? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group

[RBW] Ram Ride - 70ish-k ride in Northumberland, Ontario

It's a long weekend here in Canadar, so I took the Ram out of the city and did a long-ish (for me) ride in the rolling countryside, about a 1.5hrs east of Toronto. Nice weather; a little blustery but very nice respite from the city, fo' sho'. It's not Mt. Tam or the dells of New England level s

[RBW] Re: Gilles Berthoud stainless steel vs SKS Chromoplastic fenders

I have a set of the Berthoud 40mm fenders, and they are GREAT. Super solid, look great, about the same price as SKS or thereabouts. My $0.02. KJ On Tuesday, August 6, 2013 4:55:38 PM UTC-4, SMP wrote: > > I was hoping to find a previous thread on this topic, but I cannot seem to > find it her

[RBW] Tire bead won't seat/will unseat around valve area?

I can't remember this being an issue in my more distant memory, but recently, I've had a couple of tires form a bit of a hump around the valve stem after installing, pumping up and riding for a bit. I look closely, and the bead is slightly out of the rim, producing a faint bulge. Once it happen

[RBW] PETA for Fat Tired Bikes!

I think I'd be ok too if I was run over by two fluffy pillows... -- 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

[RBW] Re: Tire bead won't seat/will unseat around valve area?

Yeah, I guess thats what happened, even though I checked the bead before inflating. It seemed to just push itself out. Anyways, It was a 25 mm tire in both cases. I'm guessing the jack browns that are due to arrive soon will be less prone to this behaviour. I've never experienced the humping on

[RBW] Re: Leaving RBW Owners Bunch

When I first joined the group and began posting, there would typically be a 1 or 2-day lag until my post would show up. Hard to be part of a convo that way. But fret not; its only temporary. Now my posts come through instantaneously. I guess it was determined i was real. Indeed worth it! -- Yo

[RBW] Re: What do Rivendell riders wear for cycling shorts for long rides?

I wear MEC (Canada's REI) chamois cycling shorts under an old pair of DC skateboarding pants which I've chopped into shorts. Combined with a leather saddle like a B17, it's a great working combo. KJ On Tuesday, August 13, 2013 11:26:54 PM UTC-4, Michael wrote: > > What do you Rivendell riders

[RBW] Re: Speed Wobble on Big Rivs?

I've experienced shimmy/steering wobble riding my 66cm Ram at speed downhill, no-hands. I like a lot of setback, so I'm positioned in a rear-weighted fashion, and I'm likely carrying a small load on the bars and a small-ish load under the saddle. KJ On Monday, November 24, 2014 12:39:13 AM UT

[RBW] Re: What components do you wish RBW would start "making"?

I wouldn't mind seeing a more deliberate/integrated front rack/LG Wald basket combo. A lot of people seem fine with using zip ties to attach the Wald to a Nitto or porteur front rack, but it always seemed like a workaround for a real solution that didn't exist. Wald is MUSA, no? Maybe work with

[RBW] Re: Web Special frames

There's a 52 Bomba on there now too. KJ On Wednesday, November 26, 2014 1:44:38 PM UTC-5, justin...@gmail.com wrote: > > 1 Betty and 2 SimpleOnes. They promised more, including ProtoJoes on > Tumblr and Instagram. > > > The 58cm SimpleOne I have for sale is a deal!! > > -J -- You received t

[RBW] Re: I rode the Clem Smith proto this morning

Amazing idea! Grant, what's the biggest size Clems'll come in? Apologies if this has already been answered elsewhere. KJ On Thursday, November 27, 2014 1:04:19 PM UTC-5, Grant Petersen wrote: > .and the plan also is to offer a limited number without decals but with a > multiple alphabet so

[RBW] Re: ISO Acorn Tan Handle Bar Bag

I would like to take a 2nd-in-line position for one of these, after Hugh. Black ok too! KJ On Monday, December 8, 2014 12:34:21 AM UTC-5, hsmitham wrote: > > Hi Riv Riders, > > Looking for a tan Acorn handle bar bag. If anyone has one that isn't > working out for you I'd like to give one a tr

[RBW] Re: ISO Bay Area frame builder

Is this what you're thinking? https://www.flickr.com/photos/claytonesseff/4781556994/ KJ On Wednesday, December 10, 2014 5:25:20 PM UTC-5, BSWP wrote: > > Well, my preferred route to a new custom touring frame fell through. Can > any in SF Bay Area suggest great builders who do lugged steel f

[RBW] Re: ISO Bay Area frame builder

Although he is in Portland, you might also consider Bob of Bantam Bicycles: http://www.bantambicycles.com/ The design you have in mind seems right up his alley. KJ On Wednesday, December 10, 2014 5:25:20 PM UTC-5, BSWP wrote: > > Well, my preferred route to a new custom touring frame fell thro

[RBW] Re: OT: best Mac for sophisticated Word Processing, for the $?

I've been using Macs at home since the early aughts, but I use a Windows one at work every day. One thing that I will begrudgingly admit is that the MS Office interface on Windows 7 is far superior to its Mac equivalent. In fact, I've never had much luck running Office (and Word in particular) i

[RBW] Re: PSA: Are you missing a large yellow Albatrossed A. Homer Hilsen ?

Appears to be this bike (?) Not sure who it belongs to. Yellow AHH

[RBW] Re: Ride Across America On An Orange Quckbeam

+1. Great style, though I wish there was more photos of the food he's eating! KJ On Monday, December 15, 2014 11:00:24 PM UTC-5, Pondero wrote: > > I like the highly variable, and interesting highlights style of > documentation...without all the details of trying to be a comprehensive > jour

Re: [RBW] Re: Compass Loup Loup Pass 650Bx38

Hey Jim, I'm in the process of converting my new 68cm Rambouillet to 650b. It fits Hetres or Stampede Pass + fenders no problem. The Redwood should be the same I would think. KJ On Monday, December 15, 2014 5:46:39 PM UTC-5, Jim Bronson wrote: > > Ha, since you dug this old thread back up, I

Re: [RBW] Re: PSA: Are you missing a large yellow Albatrossed A. Homer Hilsen ?

Somebody rescue this bike! It needs some lovin' KJ On Tuesday, December 16, 2014 3:40:16 PM UTC-5, Jim Bronson wrote: > > Glad that it's legit, but this is possibly the worst CL ad I have ever > seen. Seller isn't rocking anything except a terrible camera and a > middling grasp of English. >

[RBW] Re: What's your winter project?

I hate threads like this. They get me scheming about projects I shouldn't even to begin to consider taking on. KJ On Wednesday, December 17, 2014 5:37:11 AM UTC-5, ascpgh wrote: -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscr

[RBW] Re: Happy Solstice

Safety first! Festivity-ity ... also first! KJ On Monday, December 22, 2014 3:02:58 AM UTC-5, Christopher Chen wrote: > > Nerds. > > https://www.flickr.com/photos/lumachrome/16077851225/ > > -- > "I want the kind of six pack you can't drink." -- Micah > -- You received this message because

Re: [RBW] What's your winter project?

If the filed Tektro brakes don't work, check out the IRD B76 long reach side pulls. They were just the ticket for my GF's 1983 Trek 620 conversion. KJ -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop

[RBW] Re: Adding braze-ons and painting my "new" Rambouillet

If you're gonna do that, might as well do a full 650b conversion! :-) I can't wait to get my 650bx42 Ram out on the road ... next year, that is. KJ On Monday, December 29, 2014 11:36:42 AM UTC-5, bo richardson wrote: > > if i were going to have torch work and paint done on my > ram, i would ad

[RBW] Re: Surly LHT vs vintage MTB

To my knowledge, a vintage MTB from the late '80s would differ from the LHT in terms of having a higher bottom bracket and most likely fairly slack seat and head tubes. Depending on the frame's geometry, it may ride well on the road and it may not. There have been differing reports in both dire

[RBW] Just Completed: 68cm Rambouillet 650b Land Yacht

Hi Alls, After having a too-small 66cm Ram in 700c for a bit, I recently acquired a 68cm frameset from listmember Geoff Wendt (thanks Geoff!). I proceeded to build it up in a 650b Alba-barred all-rounder. Something like a pimp pearl orange Cadillac. If that doesn't get your juices flowing, I do

[RBW] Re: Just Completed: 68cm Rambouillet 650b Land Yacht

3:16:59 PM UTC-5, Kieran J wrote: > > Hi Alls, > > After having a too-small 66cm Ram in 700c for a bit, I recently acquired a > 68cm frameset from listmember Geoff Wendt (thanks Geoff!). I proceeded to > build it up in a 650b Alba-barred all-rounder. Something like a pimp

[RBW] Re: Just Completed: 68cm Rambouillet 650b Land Yacht

uality brake pads, they stop just fine. > David > Chicago > > On Sunday, January 11, 2015 at 3:28:05 PM UTC-6, Kieran J wrote: >> >> Honestly, there's gobs of tire clearance. Without the fenders, I'm sure I >> could get some 27.5 x 2.1 knobblies in

[RBW] Re: Just Completed: 68cm Rambouillet 650b Land Yacht

7;s not necessary. > > Bill Lindsay > El Cerrito, CA > > On Sunday, January 11, 2015 at 12:16:59 PM UTC-8, Kieran J wrote: >> >> Hi Alls, >> >> After having a too-small 66cm Ram in 700c for a bit, I recently acquired >> a 68cm frameset from listmember Geoff

Re: [RBW] Re: Poor man's Quickbeam?

I've heard positive things about the Nature Boy and I've seen a couple of them around town. The blue colourway is quite sharp. KJ On Thursday, January 8, 2015 at 1:57:15 PM UTC-5, Mark Reimer wrote: > > All City nature boy is another option. It has fender mounts, more > clearance, horizontal t

Re: [RBW] Re: What's your winter project?

Best thread of 2015 ! On Thursday, January 15, 2015 at 3:44:49 PM UTC-5, Bill Lindsay wrote: > > "You'd best break out the graphic debugger, Bill, because your sarcasm > subroutine is producing garbage results." > > > You are absolutely correct. I typed "To bad, Bobby," when obviously I >> sho

[RBW] Re: Ambrosio Zenith hubs - any good?

I have a set of the Grand Bois high flange hubs and they are very sweet and lovely. I suppose the Novatec would be similar. They certainly look nearly the same. It is worth mentioning that they do have an audible and distinctive ratcheting sound when coasting or backpedaling (although not Chri

[RBW] Re: Noodle to Albastache Swap - Trek 520 Touring Bike

I support the conversion from drops to uprights. Personally, I find the Alba-type riding posture and handling is the most enjoyable for the type of relaxed riding I tend to do. You will likely need new cables and housing but that's hard to tell without seeing the bike in its current form. Depe

[RBW] Re: Noodle to Albastache Swap - Trek 520 Touring Bike

H Tan leather and BRG. Classic combo! Just like those old pretty Jags and Astons ;-) KJ On Monday, January 19, 2015 at 2:32:07 PM UTC-5, SeanMac wrote: > > > > Kieran - my Trek is dark green -- a nice, distinguished British racing > green. > > > -- You received this message because

[RBW] Re: Noodle to Albastache Swap - Trek 520 Touring Bike

Has anyone else tried the Albastache with shim or some other foolery in order to run 22.2 brake levers like on an Albatross? Just wondering. I like the shape of the 'Stache but prefer the mtn-style lever arrangement. KJ On Monday, January 19, 2015 at 3:51:26 PM UTC-5, DS wrote: > > > > I put on

[RBW] Re: Too much on the plate.

Looks magical as always, Manny. Enjoy every minute of it, ya lucky bum! :-) KJ On Monday, January 19, 2015 at 6:57:59 PM UTC-5, Manuel Acosta wrote: > > Time. > Always the big factor. > > With the very limited amount of time in my life. A much needed time on the > bike was important for the r

[RBW] Re: 700C Tire suggestion for mixed terrain 200K on Redwood?

Sounds like you need some manner of CX tire. I've had good luck with the Clement MSO 700x40 tires but they would likely not fit on the Redwood. I believe there is a similar version in 700x35 (USH-something or rather). KJ On Tuesday, January 20, 2015 at 5:34:51 PM UTC-5, Jim Bronson wrote: > >

Re: [RBW] Re: 700C Tire suggestion for mixed terrain 200K on Redwood?

the regular folding tire and the > Adventure tire? See: > > > http://www.outsideoutfitters.com/p-24675-clement-xplor-clincher-tires.aspx?variantID=74424&gclid=CjwKEAiAlvilBRC5ueCzkpXb4kgSJADxop1B_-hrXETBIefTSLRXuKZnbnVDzMWPXO3fQPjaR-PwohoC0brw_wcB > > > > O

Re: [RBW] Re: Too much on the plate.

Manny's Flickr stream has literally dozens of photos depicting this very scene. Maybe someone capable can do some kind of vectorizing wizardry for the t-shirt artwork? KJ On Tuesday, January 20, 2015 at 8:23:32 PM UTC-5, Christopher Chen wrote: > > That's pretty great. Too bad we don't have an

Re: [RBW] Re: Too much on the plate.

Nice!! If only these could all be combined into one image, it would ice it. KJ On Wednesday, January 21, 2015 at 7:50:43 PM UTC-5, Bill Lindsay wrote: > > I know exactly what you mean. > > traffic sign style >

[RBW] Re: Vittoria Voager Hyper Tires on Long Low.

I bought a pair of the 38c (622-40) ones and weirdly they measure 37.2mm wide on Mavic A319 rims. They've been sitting inflated for a few days. KJ On Thursday, January 22, 2015 at 6:32:29 PM UTC-5, IanA wrote: > > It's the middle of winter here, snow on the ground, cold etc., so I > thought I

[RBW] Re: V-brakes/levers set

Hey Peter, the Shimano Deore ones are plenty good. Maybe look for some used/older model ones? There may even be a lower-end Shimano set that would be as good or close. People seem to like the Avid SD7 too. I find V-brakes a little bit trickier to centre on the braking surface but their power an

Re: [RBW] Re: V-brakes/levers set

UTF8&qid=1422130720&sr=1-216&keywords=v+brake+set > > > On Sat, Jan 24, 2015 at 2:43 PM, Kieran J > > wrote: > >> Hey Peter, the Shimano Deore ones are plenty good. Maybe look for some >> used/older model ones? There may even be a lower-end Shimano set t

[RBW] Re: Towards a new category: high performance upright

I'm also on board with this perspective. Personally, I think I was hung up on drop bars, thinking that they were the apparent default "road" bars because it had been determined they were versatile, comfortable and just the best for serious cycling. I assumed that I just needed to dial things i

[RBW] Re: 14 for '14

If anything, this exercise has shown I need to take more pictures when I'm riding. Slim pic-in's! (sorry, had to). Here are my 14 From '14 KJ On Tuesday, January 27, 2015 at 6:22:22 PM UTC-5, Pudge wrote: > > On an even lig

[RBW] Re: How have your Rivendells held up on salty winter roads?

I dunno - my Cross Check is on it's 3rd winter here in Toronto and rust has developed on most of the parts and on some of the threaded braze-ons. I treat the frame internally with T9 each year but you can't coat the entire bike in rust inhibitor. I do agree that diligent washing and care makes

[RBW] Re: Towards a new category: high performance upright

Promenderandonneurs (or Prandos, if you wish) KJ On Friday, January 30, 2015 at 12:54:12 PM UTC-5, John Phillips wrote: > > The name needs some snappy alliteration and/or assonance like "gravel > grinder" if it's going to stick. > > My vote goes for Keith's idea: "Couch Rocket" or maybe "Retro

[RBW] Re: Towards a new category: high performance upright

Promenaderrandonneurs (or, 'Prandos' if you wish). KJ On Wednesday, January 28, 2015 at 2:57:42 PM UTC-5, Jeremy Till wrote: > > Some musings and hopefully the first of a few posts on the subject: > > > http://handlebarchronicles.blogspot.com/2015/01/high-performance-upright-towards-new.html > >

[RBW] Re: Towards a new category: high performance upright

Evidently, Chipotle is surprisingly versatile for many cycling analogies! KJ On Friday, January 30, 2015 at 3:50:53 PM UTC-5, Bill Lindsay wrote: > > Chipotle to the restaurant world is Jeremy's category to the cycling world > > The category is "Fast Casual" -- You received this message becau

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