Re: [RBW] Re: Bicycling Magazine redeems itself...a little.

; and wouldn't > think of mixing and matching parts from other groups (let alone other > manufacturers). > Aka, it's too bad that they've bought into narrow-minded, race-oriented > design and marketing in component groups. > Bicycling magazine has reinforced th

[RBW] Re: FS: 58cm SimpleOne F/F/H/BB $625

Is this still available? If so, shoot me a PM and we can work something out. Paul -- 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-bunc

Re: [RBW] Noodle bars: Any upsweep on the flats?

This is true. From the stem clamp to the beginning of the curve to the ramps, the Noodle bars actually slope downward slightly (like a Moustach bar, but not nearly as much) which results in the ramps being slightly lower for any given stem height. The amount is slight, but noticeable and I like

Re: [RBW] Re: VO fenders vs. Honjo fenders?

Boy, if her brifter was able to hit your rear fender, she must have had her bars slammed lower than low! On Thursday, May 12, 2016 at 1:17:49 PM UTC-7, ascpgh wrote: > > Patrick, She veered to the left when realizing I was stopping, her right > brifter lever glancing the fender left of center,

[RBW] New Bike Day - Hunqapillar FINALLY!

That's so cool, congratulations on your new bike and for trying something different too! I still can't decide if I want a Hunq or a Jones Plus to ride the GDMBR on and this is an interesting route. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch"

[RBW] Re: New Bike Day - Hunqapillar FINALLY!

Thanks for chiming in with that Patrick, that's +1 for Hunq. Riv style and massive expedition really feel like they go together too. On Tuesday, June 28, 2016 at 11:13:47 PM UTC+8, Deacon Patrick wrote: > > Paul, I've done 200 miles of the Colorado section of the GDMBR with m

[RBW] Re: FS 58cm NOS Betty Foy

Oh man, would've jumped if this was a 47cm (for my wife). On Friday, July 1, 2016 at 11:11:21 PM UTC+8, Abcyclehank wrote: > > Anyone interested in a classic Betty for a loved one or self I have your > complete frame/fork/HS/BB/SP $1300 shipped CUSA only. > > Also two sets of excellent used high

[RBW] Re: FS: Gunnar Crosshairs '11 Frame/Fork/Complete 62c-t x 59.5c-c

Nibbles are none, so price reduction to $1,250 On Thursday, July 16, 2020 at 9:53:40 PM UTC-4, Paul Brodek wrote: > > Gunnar Crosshairs '11 62c-t st x 59.5c-c ht: $1,400 picked up w/in 50mi of > NYC Metro area; I'm not considering shipping at the moment due to hassle

[RBW] Re: Paul Mini Moto brakes

I've use 'em on multiple bikes, can echo most of what everybody else already said. I don't think I've had them on anything bigger than a 38mm tire, without fenders, ample clearance there. Definitely quick and easy to setup, much easier than cantis, including Paul cantis.

[RBW] Re: RBW Business Model

ids. And bringing it back to his business model, in relation to his product, he certainly knows his customer base, and he knows how to reach beyond it a bit as well. Paul Brodek Hillsdale, NJ USA On Sunday, July 26, 2020 at 12:10:22 AM UTC-4, jack loudon wrote: [snips] > In all cases, th

[RBW] Re: RBW Business Model

Thanks, Mark. I just took a peek over there, and a-scufflin' they are! Paul Brodek Hillsdale, NJ US On Monday, July 27, 2020 at 7:35:26 AM UTC-4, Mark Roland wrote: > > +1 well written, Paul. You should post this over on one of the IBoB Riv > scuffles!! > > On Sunday, July

[RBW] Re: Suggestions for powerful, silver, light, 57 mm-reach front caliper brake for fixed gear

Reposting from ibob If you can deal with centerpull, Paul Racer Medium for the win. The caliper itself is as light, or a tad lighter, than some of the dual-pivots, though the extra cabling/stops likely makes it heavier overall. Still, no beating that stopping. It has been a very long time

[RBW] Re: Website is live featuring beautiful bikes & surroundings

Very nicely done, lovely pix and bikes! Aside from the Rivs, where did you get that awesome Stowe frameset? Looks vaguely familiar And how does she go with 650b? Paul Brodek Hillsdale, NJ USA On Saturday, July 25, 2020 at 9:05:09 PM UTC-4, Andrew Turner wrote: > > COVID gave me t

[RBW] Re: Website is live featuring beautiful bikes & surroundings

I have no idea what BCC Slack means. My name probably sounds familiar because you got the frame on ebay from me. Similar story for me, loved everything about the frame, especially how it rode, but decided I wanted more tire clearance. Curse Grant/Jan and their wide/supple tires! Paul Brodek

[RBW] Re: Weird handlebar idea

they would be on the hoods? Paul Brodek Hillsdale, NJ USA [image: Kelly Knobby-X w-Cross Levers - Med.jpg] [image: Gunnar '11 Crosshairs w-Cross Levers - Med .jpg] On Tuesday, July 28, 2020 at 11:48:51 AM UTC-4, Zack Medow wrote: > > Ok so for me the perfect road handlebar would al

[RBW] Re: Paul Netro-Retro Cantilevers & Straddle Cable Height: where is your happy place?

ot work at all behind the shoes, while relatively wide boss spacing may require using the wider spacers to avoid the arms diving under the rims during braking. Or am I missing something? Paul Brodek Hillsdale, NJ USA On Tuesday, July 28, 2020 at 4:24:59 PM UTC-4, lconley wrote: > > My

[RBW] Re: CL outting: Bombadil

Looks like the frame is just clear coat over raw steel. Not a good combination for the PNW. On Thursday, 6 August 2020 at 04:49:35 UTC-7 masmojo wrote: > Nice, a bit too big for me and I find myself in pretty much the same > position. That is, selling rather than buying. 😕 -- You received thi

Re: [RBW] Re: Earl Craig's Atlantis on the Blug

>From RBW website Grant says this about the Atlantis frame, "Quirk: The 59cm and 62cm have "rainbow" tubes that add style and structure by triangulation, and a better lifting tube than a standard top tube." For me that means aesthetics and practicality. On Wednesday, 5 August 2020 at 22:55:18 U

[RBW] Re: CL outting: Bombadil

Not to dwell on it but take a look at picture #15 and the cantilever post shows brazing rod. Also look at the bottom bracket picture and zoom in and that looks like classic rust under clear coat. Super nice bike in any case. You got to love the double top tube! On Thursday, 6 August 2020 at 10

[RBW] Re: FS: Gunnar Crosshairs '11 Frame/Fork/Complete 62c-t x 59.5c-c

Still looking for a new home. On Sunday, July 26, 2020 at 12:08:08 PM UTC-4, Paul Brodek wrote: > > Nibbles are none, so price reduction to $1,250 > > On Thursday, July 16, 2020 at 9:53:40 PM UTC-4, Paul Brodek wrote: >> >> Gunnar Crosshairs '11 62c-t st x 59.5

Re: [RBW] Re: Color survey! Would love some feedback, getting powder for a Surly Travelers Check

#3! On Monday, August 10, 2020 at 5:00:58 PM UTC-4 lambbo wrote: > sorry but #5, the lilac with the grey -- 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 rb

Re: [RBW] Re: Joe's Custom

Now I get it. Freaking sweet Joe! Paul in NW AR On Thursday, August 13, 2020 at 6:24:32 PM UTC-5 Joe Bernard wrote: > Let's try that again. > > https://photos.app.goo.gl/WLqTM6tYGtkHsB4V6 > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RB

[RBW] Re: Grand Bois Cypres 700 x 30 substitutes?

u much with comparative flat results. Hopefully the tire gods won't be listening when I say I don't puncture often. And I mostly ride the SLs, so I don't have a basis to make a great comparison. Paul Brodek Hillsdale, NJ USA On Thursday, August 13, 2020 at 2:10:00 AM UTC-4, Aa

Re: [RBW] Re: daily post ur riv

f 8" longer, axle to axle, than my 67cm homer. no wiggle for me so far, and i've bombed 'er pretty good down some steep (paved) hills. hope to see ya 2021 and you can take a spin! paul -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owner

[RBW] Re: Grand Bois Cypres 700 x 30 substitutes?

to prevent creeping? Couldn't guess why/how/huh? Paul Brodek Hillsdale, NJ USA On Friday, August 14, 2020 at 11:58:39 PM UTC-4, Nick Payne wrote: > > Re the Challenge Strada Bianca 700 x 30, I didn't have problems mounting > them, but I had to retire them because the braking

[RBW] Re: Grand Bois Cypres 700 x 30 substitutes?

lls on the Merckx, but I'm not willing to throw more money at Veloflex or something else, especially considering I don't have many/any other bikes this tight in the herd. Paul Brodek Hillsdale, NJ USA On Friday, August 14, 2020 at 11:44:55 PM UTC-4, Paul Brodek wrote: > > Hey Aaro

[RBW] Re: FS: Gunnar Crosshairs '11 Frame/Fork/Complete 62c-t x 59.5c-c

Bumpelstiltskin. On Thursday, July 16, 2020 at 9:53:40 PM UTC-4, Paul Brodek wrote: > > Gunnar Crosshairs '11 62c-t st x 59.5c-c ht: $1,400 picked up w/in 50mi of > NYC Metro area; I'm not considering shipping at the moment due to hassle > and covid stuff... > > Thi

[RBW] Re: VP 001 rebuild kit

much as a new pair of VP Vice pedals, so now I just have a clicky pedal that I use sometimes for temporary stuff. That was several years ago. I searched again a couple years ago and couldn't find the kits at all anymore. Kinda turned me off of VP even though I do really like their pedals.

[RBW] Re: A. Homer Hilsen (artistically rendered)

shame on me for not giving credit to the very talented shanti hands <https://www.shantihands.com/>. paul On Thursday, August 20, 2020 at 2:47:46 PM UTC-4 greenteadrinkers wrote: > Those are super frickin cool illo's, really twsited in the best way, total > Gray Panter vibe

[RBW] Re: WTB: Suntour front derailleur double

nd can't recall what frame all this stuff is going on. Paul Brodek Hillsdale, NJ USA On Wednesday, August 19, 2020 at 10:58:43 AM UTC-4, Joel wrote: > > Looking for a nice (NOS) double front derailleur. Open to other vintage > brands > > -- You received this message because yo

[RBW] Re: FS: Bikes on eBay, CraigsLIst, and Other Sites

I'm putting my money on Soma Cazadero. paul takoma park, md. -- 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...@g

[RBW] Re: FS: Bikes on eBay, CraigsLIst, and Other Sites

JINX!!! -- 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 view this discussion on the web visit https://grou

[RBW] Re: Rearview mirrors: necessary, effective, recommendations?

#x27;ll have to pay retail. Harumph. Forgive me, evidently I'm a little hangry. Some overviews here: https://www.thegeekycyclist.com/best-things/bike-mirrors/ Paul Brodek Hillsdale, NJ USA On Friday, August 28, 2020 at 12:21:36 PM UTC-4, Matthew Williams wrote: > > Hi everyone,

[RBW] Re: Rearview mirrors: necessary, effective, recommendations?

ne my neck to get the view I wanted. I find the bar-end position much, much better, and the Sprintechs hold their position well while still being easy to adjust. Paul Brodek Hillsdale, NJ USA On Friday, August 28, 2020 at 2:52:14 PM UTC-4, Paul Brodek wrote: > > I'm primarily a drop-b

Re: [RBW] FS: NOS CYPRESS Grand Bois 650bx32

NIB/NIP. That's why a simply very clean, apparently unused Campagnolo Super Record rear derailleur might sell for $200, while you can expect to pay $350+ for NIB one. Paul Brodek, neither NOS nor NIB Hillsdale, NJ USA On Friday, August 28, 2020 at 3:12:41 PM UTC-4, Tirebiter ATX wrote: >

[RBW] Sweepy bars, stem length, and climbing out of the saddle

sliding my hands forward very much. A longer top tube makes that position, relative to the pedals, more similar to a bike with drop or straight bars, where the grips are more in line with or in front of the head tube. Bar width also matters some. Paul in NW Arkansas -- You received this

[RBW] Re: Bear Mountain: A Ride Report

very, very nice!! thanks a lot for sharing. dug the write-up and wish there were more photos. it's always better to go than not, ain't it? paul takoma park, md. On Monday, September 7, 2020 at 7:10:24 PM UTC-4 Brady Smith wrote: > I heard that ride reports are encouraged, so I fi

Re: [RBW] Re: New Frame Day - Rivendell Mixte "Cargo" bike

Good to see this frame reappear after Grant's posting several months ago. I was very intrigued by it. What is the headtube length out of curiosity. Thanks. On Tuesday, 8 September 2020 at 10:24:04 UTC-7 lconley wrote: > Yes, especially on Rivs which have longer threaded sections on the fork,

Re: [RBW] Re: Susie 53 - 56 Sizing Help Please!

Hello Ash. This is so helpful. Thank you!!! Gonna hunt up a 53! ☆ Paul SUPERPLASTIC \\ CEO \\ superplastic.co \\  Janky & Guggimon On Sep 10, 2020, 8:27 AM -0400, Ash , wrote: > Paul, > > As for your question on Susie's turning characteristics given how far out the > f

[RBW] Re: Ever get pulled over by police while on your bike?

more hours of good outdoor sleep. We woke up next to a pretty lake, and rode 30 miles with 4000 feet of climbing, but man, there was no reason for any of that ... Paul in AR On Monday, September 14, 2020 at 11:48:13 AM UTC-5 Lefebeaver wrote: > I've been pulled over twice. Once was in

[RBW] Re: WTB: TRP Drilled Brake Levers

Sent an offlist PM, got clean silver/black ones available. Paul Brodek Hillsdale, NJ USA On Wednesday, September 16, 2020 at 3:44:30 PM UTC-4, Brian Campbell wrote: > > Hi all. If anybody has any to sell, please get in touch. > > Thanks! > -- You received this message

[RBW] FS: Paul Racer M Calipers F&R/Black/Center Mount/Recessed

Paul Racer M Calipers F&R/Black/Center Mount/Recessed: $210 shipped conti USA; paypal G&S Note that these are fairly easy to switch to nutted mount with standard M6 button-cap bolts. I swapped out these lightly-used black calipers for a new silver set. Offering these for sale know

[RBW] Paul Racer M Calipers F&R/Black/Center Mount/Recessed

Paul Racer M Calipers F&R/Black/Center Mount/Recessed: $210 shipped conti USA; paypal G&S Note that these are fairly easy to switch to nutted mount with standard M6 button-cap bolts. I swapped out these lightly-used black calipers for a new silver set. Offering these for sale know

[RBW] Re: Paul Racer M Calipers F&R/Black/Center Mount/Recessed

Sorry I missed the "FS" in the title. Can't seem to edit this myself? Also might mention that these are great for 650b conversions, and also for fender use due to the fantastic under-caliper clearance. PB On Wednesday, September 16, 2020 at 6:12:15 PM UTC-4, Paul Brodek wrote: &

[RBW] Re: Paul Racer M Calipers F&R/Black/Center Mount/Recessed

These puppies sold, folks---thanks! -- 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 view this discussion o

[RBW] FS: NIB Selle Anatomica X2 Saddle, Oxblood/Silver

below More pix at top of Flickr Album: https://flic.kr/s/aHsk4hRDyg https://flic.kr/p/2jHnsmi https://flic.kr/p/2jHi4JJ https://flic.kr/p/2jHmDY7 https://flic.kr/p/2jHmE1w Paul Brodek Hillsdale, NJ USA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW

[RBW] FS: NIB Selle Anatomica X2 Saddle, Oxblood/Silver

sowho knows? Saddle color definitely is Oxblood, not Black. Let me know if you've got questions. Photos/flickr links below More pix at top of Flickr Album: https://flic.kr/s/aHsk4hRDyg https://flic.kr/p/2jHnsmi https://flic.kr/p/2jHi4JJ https://flic.kr/p/2jHmDY7 https://flic.kr/p/

[RBW] Re: FS: Bikes on eBay, CraigsLIst, and Other Sites

64cm Quickbeam in DC area is back. No affiliation, but I did meet up with the seller for a test ride and can confirm that he's a super nice guy and the bike is in great shape (IMO). I can also confirm that I need a 66 or 68 'beam if anybody's got one they're looking to part with...

Re: [RBW] Back In The Riv Saddle With A '98 Custom Starck-Riv

since the frame probably couldn't fit wider than 42-584 or so. I really oughta get myself one of those Rene Herse tire width guagey thingies, if they've still got them. Paul Brodek Hillsdale, NJ USA On Monday, September 21, 2020 at 10:37:50 AM UTC-4, Andy Beichler wrote: > > I lo

[RBW] Re: FS: NIB Selle Anatomica X2 Saddle, Oxblood/Silver

Apologies if this is a re-post, have been trying to get it to post here but it seems to disappear PB On Monday, September 21, 2020 at 8:02:42 PM UTC-4, Paul Brodek wrote: > > NIB Selle Anatomica X2 Saddle, Oxblood/Silver: $100 shipped conti USA, > paypal G/S > > I got this

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: NIB Selle Anatomica X2 Saddle, Oxblood/Silver

The saddle has sold, ladies and germs. Thanks! Paul Brodek Hillsdale, NJ USA On Tuesday, September 22, 2020 at 12:12:47 PM UTC-4, Jon Richardson wrote: > > Paul, > > I would like to purchase this. Please let me know how to proceed. > > Thanks, > Jon > > On Mon, Sep 21

Re: [RBW] Re: Bluelug/Nitto Losco Bar

of the challenge, and why I love bikes so much. Bicycles are one of the last things left on earth you can build up out of individual components made, all by different people, and make something truly individual and your own. ☆ Paul On Sep 23, 2020, 11:12 PM -0400, Joe Bernard , wrote: >

[RBW] Re: Back In The Riv Saddle With A '98 Custom Starck-Riv

to "a little too little" for me. All I've managed with the new Starck Riv so far is a coupla round-the-block sweeps, which it handled nicely. I detected slight notes of lemongrass, with a subtle smoky finish. Paul Brodek Hillsdale, NJ USA On Wednesday, September 23, 2020 at 1

[RBW] Re: Back In The Riv Saddle With A '98 Custom Starck-Riv

down near the seat tube bottle bosses that were sanded away, visible in the naked frame photos. I have nothing against simplicity, but I think I like the curlier head lugs on the '95 Road better than the simpler lines on the Starck. Paul Brodek Hillsdale, NJ USA On Thursday, September 24,

Re: [RBW] It's a Bombadil

easy on the eyes, for sure. thanks for posting the pics. paul takoma park, md. On Friday, September 25, 2020 at 2:51:53 PM UTC-4 Joe Bernard wrote: > " Slightly shorter version of your custom - sounds perfect. What a score." > > It's really nice, Kim, and I'll bet th

[RBW] Re: Back In The Riv Saddle With A '98 Custom Starck-Riv

my pretty quickly if I took my hands off the bars, but then I remembered the front wheel dish was way off, and...I hadn't dealt with that. I guess that's what shakedown rides are for. Paul Brodek Hillsdale, NJ USA On Thursday, September 24, 2020 at 2:11:28 PM UTC-4, Paul Brodek wrote:

Re: [RBW] Re: Anyone interested in a Ride in NJ in October?

heartened to see this is happening but sorry i won't be able to join! ride on! paul takoma park, md. On Monday, September 28, 2020 at 12:19:19 PM UTC-4 John Hawrylak wrote: > I checked the mileage from Atlantic Highlands to Sandy Hook light using > Bing maps. They show 9.3

[RBW] Re: Back In The Riv Saddle With A '98 Custom Starck-Riv

outer position, so it'll look a little less weird. Paul Brodek Hillsdale, NJ USA On Monday, September 28, 2020 at 2:34:03 PM UTC-4, islaysteve wrote: > > That's a great-looking bike and a nice build, Paul. I'm sure you will get > the post-build kinks out in time for

Re: [RBW] Re: Back In The Riv Saddle With A '98 Custom Starck-Riv

ed for years without any particular problems. But over the past year or two I've had more than a few rim-side failures with these. Fortunately usually not on the road. Kinda feel like I maybe fell into a bad batch. Paul Brodek Hillsdale, NJ USA On Monday, September 28, 2020 at 2:58:37 PM UTC-4

Re: [RBW] Back In The Riv Saddle With A '98 Custom Starck-Riv

signed some lugs for Grant @ BS USA in the early '90s, with Grant intending Nikko to make them for the RB series. Don't know if those ever went into production. Paul Brodek Hillsdale, NJ USA On Monday, September 28, 2020 at 6:00:52 PM UTC-4, lconley wrote: > > Not saying they m

Re: [RBW] Re: Platypus: First Look

Thanks Joel. Do you know when that is?  And when they will ship? Is it frame only? Sorry if I’m repeating questions that have been answered elsewhere! ☆ Paul On Sep 30, 2020, 11:16 AM -0400, Joel Stern , wrote: > You have to wait till they are on the site. > > > On Wed, Sep 30, 2020

Re: [RBW] Back In The Riv Saddle With A '98 Custom Starck-Riv

27;s more early Riv info in a BQ: https://www.renehersecycles.com/1995-rivendell-turning-the-tide/ Paul Brodek Hillsdale, NJ USA On Tuesday, September 29, 2020 at 12:09:35 AM UTC-4, Joel S wrote: > > Sachs did design the lugs for Rivendell. Don’t know about the Bridgestone > part. >

Re: [RBW] Back In The Riv Saddle With A '98 Custom Starck-Riv

previous posts about the Zephyr K tripelizer ring, should've read Alize K tripelizer ring. Sheesh. If it's not one thing, it's another. Paul Brodek Hillsdale, NJ USA On Wednesday, September 30, 2020 at 2:17:12 PM UTC-4, Todd G. wrote: > > Beautiful bike, Paul. Looks very wel

[RBW] FS: Deore XT/Velocity Synergy 650b QR Disc/DT Spoke Wheelset Silver/Silver

album: https://flic.kr/s/aHsk4hRDyg Paul Brodek Hillsdale, NJ USA [image: _1030515af.jpg] [image: _1030517ah.jpg] [image: _1030520ak.jpg] [image: _1030518ai.jpg] -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe f

Re: [RBW] Re: Platypus: First Look

Really like that custom color too! On the site it says it fits “50c smooth tires with wiggle room”. Does anyone know if that means 50c with fenders? ☆ Paul On Oct 1, 2020, 7:03 AM -0400, Mark Roland , wrote: > From what it says on the website they sold out of every color and size within

[RBW] Re: BRP

atronizing us, we'll have a "mixed feelings moment," roll down the roll-up door one final time, and move on." I'm pretty sure Grant has thought this through well enough to know where he stands, and we can all feel however we feel about it. Paul in AR On Friday, October

Re: [RBW] Back In The Riv Saddle With A '98 Custom Starck-Riv

Late reply, but I did manage to measure the bb drop t'other day: 76mm, so not quite 80mm, but deep. Paul Brodek Hillsdale, NJ USA On Monday, September 21, 2020 at 10:37:50 AM UTC-4, Andy Beichler wrote: > > I love that color. The bottom bracket looks low. Had Grant started to >

[RBW] Re: Sugino Granny Gear

Gee, I had a whole spiel ready to post, but doug 'n' Nick P. said it all first. I'll just say that I just checked my on-hand stash, both aluminum and steel, and can confirm what they've said. Paul Brodek Hillsdale, NJ USA On Thursday, October 8, 2020 at 10:27:55 PM UTC-

[RBW] '71 Raleigh Pro Track 650b Conversion

iding from the 'rona in my basement in March, I decided to try a 650b build, using a set of Paul/Velocity Synergy fixed/track wheels I had on hand. Which also look vintage-ish, with highish flanges on the Paul hubs, but still not the Real Deal. Grand Bois Cypres 32-584 tires fit fine fron

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: Frame - Susie W. Longbolts / Wolbis Slugstone 53cm!

Thanks Mark. It’s a super-cool bike. If nobody buys it soon I’m tempting myself to keep it and use it as a second gravel bike. :) I’d probably have to throw out our lawnmower to fit another bike in our shed, however! ☆ Paul On Oct 9, 2020, 9:05 PM -0400, Mark Roland , wrote: > That's

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: Frame - Susie W. Longbolts / Wolbis Slugstone 53cm!

Hello Mark. Will you please post pictures once you’re done with your build? I’d like to see that! ☆ Paul On Oct 10, 2020, 8:18 PM -0400, Mark Roland , wrote: > Looks great Paul. Makes sense to give it a try, such a unique bicycle. Since > Susie's first cousin, El Clem, already ha

[RBW] Re: '71 Raleigh Pro Track 650b Conversion

Thanks, Ray, and sorry for the late follow-up. There are no chronic paint issues, but the chrome on the fork crown is lifting in spots. Paul Brodek Hillsdale, NJ USA On Friday, October 9, 2020 at 4:02:46 PM UTC-4, Ray wrote: > > Amazing photographs and beautiful bike. This looks like a

Re: [RBW] '71 Raleigh Pro Track 650b Conversion

all of them. I may feel a little more "in" the bike than "on" the bike with the deeper-drop frames, but I'm never on the shallow-drop ones wishing they were deeper. Paul Brodek Hillsdale, NJ USA On Friday, October 9, 2020 at 4:42:33 PM UTC-4, Patrick Moore wrote: > >

[RBW] Re: Morning coffee; need a new Riv mug

Pricey, and I'm no racer, but the older I get, the more I like this one: https://www.etsy.com/il-en/listing/694277379/fausto-coppi-age-treachery-cyclist-mug Paul Brodek Hillsdale, NJ USA On Tuesday, October 13, 2020 at 1:02:25 PM UTC-4, John Phillips wrote: > >Order one direct

[RBW] Re: Fast fat man

So they passed you, the 65yr-old, but didn't catch "the old guy," the 74yr-old? Pot, meet kettle. Kettle, meet pot. :^} Paul Brodek Hillsdale, NJ USA On Tuesday, October 13, 2020 at 5:39:08 PM UTC-4, Patrick Moore wrote: > > [snips] > > ...during our last encounter,

[RBW] Re: Weirdest Rivendell ideas?

The model name "Hunqapillar" that was inspired from a very large mailbox some place in the mid-west on Grant's ride across the country. But turns out to be my favorite name and Rivendell model. Stick shifting is the only way to go if your frame doesn't have a left side cable stop and your runni

[RBW] Re: WTB/source for: 700c 1"threaded fork

rks, not off the rack from Surly/Soma/etc. My Soma fork looks fine---built well, nice finish, inspires confidence. But I wouldn't call it lightish. Paul Brodek Hillsdale, NJ USA On Friday, October 16, 2020 at 9:47:40 AM UTC-4, Patch T wrote: > > Hi Bunch! > > Found a decent

[RBW] Re: Best saddle for very upright posture?

After a lot of testing I've come around to loving my Berthold Mente!! I have two. I dunked it in water and covered it with saddle grease to break it in fast, however. On Thursday, October 15, 2020 at 8:44:41 PM UTC-4 velomann wrote: > I personally find springs superfluous, maybe because I'm li

[RBW] Re: 650b Atlantis Sizing for an 85PBH

Hi Y'all. I have both a 53 and a 56 Atlantis (though the 53 may go up for sale soon). My PBH is also 85-86. Both actually fit well for me, but the 56 allows me to get bars higher more conveniently. I should add that they are both 2018 MIT, so slightly shorter reach!! Best. Pau

[RBW] Re: 58cm Quickbeam build

that's a real beauty. awesome build, great pics, and really enjoyed the write-up. thanks for posting!! paul, actively searching for a qb 10cm bigger than this one, takoma park, md. On Monday, October 19, 2020 at 2:31:05 PM UTC-4 Andrew Stevens wrote: > Just finished this old Panasonic QB

[RBW] Re: FS: Pass & Stowe 3-Rail Rack

Hello Everyone. I *think* this is sold as I have a couple people interested. Will post here if that falls through!! :) Paul On Monday, October 19, 2020 at 11:28:28 AM UTC-4 Paul Budnitz wrote: > a nice Pass& Stowe 4-rail rack for sale. Only real significant marks on it > are on the

[RBW] Re: FS: Bagapalooza! Frost River - Duluth - Berthoud: Banana, Rack, Candy

Just a quick heads-up, the Duluth Banana and Frost River Echo Trail are both spoken for, pending payment. Paul Brodek Hillsdale, NJ USA On Thursday, October 22, 2020 at 3:27:25 PM UTC-4, Paul Brodek wrote: > > All prices include usps Priority shipping conti USA; payment via paypal &

[RBW] Re: FS: Bagapalooza! Frost River - Duluth - Berthoud: Banana, Rack, Candy

Thanks to all! Everything but the Berthoud rack bag is paid or spoken for, as noted below: On Thursday, October 22, 2020 at 3:27:25 PM UTC-4, Paul Brodek wrote: > > All prices include usps Priority shipping conti USA; payment via paypal > Goods/Services or With Protection onega

[RBW] Re: FS: Bagapalooza! Frost River - Duluth - Berthoud: Banana, Rack, Candy

All's gone but the Berthoud G587, so price drop on that. Doumo arigatou minnasan!!!!! Paul Brodek Hillsdale, NJ USA On Thursday, October 22, 2020 at 2:26:44 PM UTC-4, Paul Brodek wrote: All prices include usps Priority shipping conti USA; payment via paypal Goods/Services or With Prote

[RBW] Re: FS: Ibex Wool Garments: Coat XXXL - Jacket XL - Jersey L

All 3 garments spoken forthanks, everybody! Paul Brodek Hillsdale, NJ USA On Saturday, October 24, 2020 at 3:57:35 PM UTC-4, Paul Brodek wrote: Ibex Wool Coat XXXL (!!!) Green - 32.25" x 27.5": $120 (sold) Ibex Wool Jacket XL - Gray - 26.5" x 24.5": $100 (sold) Ibex Wool

Re: [RBW] Looking for silver ultegra 9s long cage RD

eaner 105 RD-5701-GS, gray/silver like the 6700. You can PM me if you're interesting. FWIW the 6700-GS have been creeping up in price, I sold two very clean ones on ebay recently, one went for nearly $80 and the other just under $100. Paul Brodek pcb at gmail dot com Hillsdale, NJ USA On Mo

Re: [RBW] Looking for silver ultegra 9s long cage RD

crach-worthiness, but there's not a lot of room in that short rear casing run for an adjuster. Paul Brodek Hillsdale, NJ USA On Thursday, October 29, 2020 at 5:31:40 PM UTC-4, Joe Bernard wrote: > > It will in fact work and yes you will drive yourself crazy trying to keep > track of all thi

[RBW] WTB: Rivendell Nitto Faceplater Stem... or similar riser stem! 110mm!!

t in my size) or equivalent riser stem I'd be super grateful. I have a dirt drop, but it's a little too short. THANK YOU! Paul -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receivi

[RBW] Re: Bagapalooza Pt. Deux: Carradice SQR Slim/Tour Bags, w/SQR Blocks

Updates--- Tour bag and two Slim bags have sold, so only one Slim bag remains. Thanks! Paul Brodek Hillsdale, NJ USA On Saturday, October 31, 2020 at 3:59:25 PM UTC-4, Paul Brodek wrote: > > *Carradice Super C Tour SQR Saddlebag w/SQR mounting block: $85 shipped > conti USA; p

[RBW] Re: Handlebar bags

andlebar tube I've ever seen with a ton of options to customize, https://www.etsy.com/listing/795747837/custom-round-bicycle-handlebar-bag-you?ref=shop_home_active_6&frs=1 I can't wait to see your new bike built up! Paul in NW AR On Friday, October 30, 2020 at 11:58:11 AM UTC-5,

[RBW] Re: 10.29.20 Blahg music

hem 20 or more times, living in Atlanta in the 70s. This time, it me to the Long Beach Dub Allstars version, which is OK, but either way, it's been King Tubby and dub rarities all day. This Mighty Sparrow song is great. Can you link to any of the local pop music you mentioned? Paul in AR

[RBW] Re: Clem L... Awesome Handicapped Edition !!

while she was out, but it took a few weeks/tries to get the stem right. This super tall one is from eBay (ie. China), just Google "tall quill stem" and a bunch come up! :). Paul On Tuesday, November 3, 2020 at 4:37:15 PM UTC-5 Bicycle Belle Ding Ding! wrote: > What an awesome adapta

Re: [RBW] Re: Albatross and Choco riders

i ride a homer hilsen with albatross bars and a wolbis with chocos and find the "second" hand position is much more useful on the chocos. just my 2¢. probably can't go wrong with either. paul takoma park, md. On Thursday, November 5, 2020 at 3:39:40 PM UTC-5 Joel S wrote: &

Re: [RBW] Clem L... Awesome Handicapped Edition !!

Hi Patrick! Thanks!! Yeah I kind of like it as a chopped-out Clem. The stem was on eBay. Just search for "tall quill stem" and keep searching and you'll find it. Took about 3 weeks to get here, seems to be solid steel. :0) Cheap from China I think! Paul On Monday, November 2,

Re: [RBW] Re: WTB: Blue Riv Banana Sax or similar

Hey Ben I have an X-small saddle sack in Royal if you're interested in it. Happy to sell it at 50% retail, it is pretty much unused. My wife got a new funky saddle and it doesn't fit the saddle sack! Paul On Friday, November 6, 2020 at 9:36:05 AM UTC-8 bjmi...@gmail.com wrote: &

[RBW] Re: Wolbis Slugstone Build

Hello Mark. What an awesome build. Forgive me if you posted this and I missed it — what stem and handlebars are those? I'm looking for a bar just like that one! Paul On Friday, November 6, 2020 at 8:49:38 AM UTC-8 Mark Roland wrote: > > Before all the lovely new Sams get built u

[RBW] Re: Wolbis Slugstone Build

looking great. love the wild direction you went with the build--really suits (what i consider to be) a totally whacky frame. good synergy!! paul takoma park, md. On Sunday, November 8, 2020 at 6:10:33 PM UTC-5 Mark Roland wrote: > Sorry, did not fully answer Andrew's questions

Re: [RBW] Re: Wolbis Slugstone Build

Thanks for the info Mark. Well all I can say is, that is one badass beautiful bike!! On Nov 8, 2020, 6:22 PM -0800, Mark Roland , wrote: > I know what you mean, Paul. In today's world, sometimes it's the most > sensible, conservative things that seem the most wacky. > > Whe

Re: [RBW] Re: Wolbis Slugstone Build

chainstays. and the more i'm on it it just feels like it embraces its individuality--the name, the insanely long wheelbase, the decals. it's elegant and goofy and awesome all at the same time, and your purple/white parts really accentuate that. i went more 'classic' with my

[RBW] Re: Rivendell Custom FS

Golly gee willikers, that background looks very familiar to me, maybe some of the parts as well. Could it be the same background that was behind my bank-shot/catch-and-release JPW? Steve puts together some handsome machines. Extra points for the green Paul calipers. GLWS! Paul Brodek

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