[RBW] Re: Bar-end Cable Routing?

r as it gives a flatter platform on top which I > > find more comfortable. > > > ~Mike~ > > > On Oct 25, 6:29 am, Peter Pesce wrote: > > > > I did this on my Sam, as I don't care for the "flying whiskers" look > > > of the cables that com

[RBW] Re: Bar-end Cable Routing?

the cables is a much better option than making housing > > bends tighter.  Those tighter housing bends also often lead to rubbing > > on the frame and/or eventual failure of the housing at the end.  I've > > never seen an issue with cables rubbing against each other. > >

[RBW] Re: Wanted: Rivvish cloth wallet recommendation

There are many web videos about how to make a wallet out of tyvek. FedEx shipping bags being the most popular source, seein' as how they're free and all... On Oct 30, 6:38 pm, Peter Andrews wrote: > Of course, you could always learn how to make a wallet out of duct > tape...  they last quite a

[RBW] Re: Betty Foy Commuter

Nice build, as always! Love the red stem spacers. You lose me at the brifters, though. I don't mind the "brifting" part - whatever floats your boat, shifting-wise - but I wish they could be silver. -Pete On Oct 30, 2:54 pm, "Bryan @ Renaissance Bicycles" wrote: > Here is the latest Betty Foy Bu

[RBW] Re: Betty Foy Commuter

Well, if the alternative was not riding at all, I'd ride purple parts! On Oct 31, 11:33 am, Garth wrote: > Black components are the trend with carbon frames. It will change, as > all things do. When who knows. > > I always liked silver too, but I recently bought a Salsa Shaft > seatpost in b

[RBW] Re: The takeover is progressing

I used to have one of those old mechanical odometers on my Schwinn Le Tour...! I was thinking it would be great to have a new, digital one. But I guess with multi-function units under $20 what would you save by just having mileage? Maybe just buy a cheap Cateye and tape over the speed readout if yo

[RBW] Re: Fenders and Speed

Funny you mention it. I just put fenders on my Sam yesterday and went for a ride. It felt slower, too. Though it might have been the 20 mph headwind On Nov 1, 11:51 am, Eric Norris wrote: > Any thoughts from other riders with fendered bikes about whether they make > your bike slower?  I've b

[RBW] Re: Hunqa Prototype

Gorgeous bike! I can't wait until all the paint ships off my Sam so I can have a raw finish, too. I think the brakes work like any canti brakes, but the cables have been replaced by what appear to be spokes. Aside from being rather finicky to adjust, I can't see what that wouldn't work. -Pete On

[RBW] Re: Name changes for Rivendell brands and models?

I think it's just Grant having fun. The Sam has the same name whether it's Taiwan or Waterford, canti or caliper, single top tube or double... On Nov 9, 2:48 am, John Blish wrote: > Just in the case of Quickbeam / SimpleOne there might be a specific reason > that applies. > > QB was made in Japa

[RBW] Re: Why doesn't Riv reissue some bag classics?

I'm newly "returned" to bikes after many years hiatus, and it seems to me there is an amazing amount of product out there. Of course, the internet didn't exist the last time I went shopping for bike stuff, so my "universe" was only as large as the shelves of my local LBS, and maybe a catalog or two

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

Well, buying and building my Sam was my Summer/Fall project, so I guess riding it (as much as possible in CT) is my winter plan. I am debating if my bars are so high that I want to swap my stem for a dirt drop, but still haven't decided if I like the dirt drop w/ Noodles look. If I swap it, don't l

[RBW] Re: SHOES!

+ another 1 for Keens. I have the "Commuter" sandal which has a stiff sole and can accept cleats, though I don't use them. They are great down to about 45 deg with wool socks, and they are quite a bit narrower than regular Keens, which is good on the bike, but a bit less good for walking around. I

[RBW] New Sam H Builder

Hi All- My first post here. I just purchased one of the last Taiwan Sam frames to build up. It's a 60cm set up for sidepull brakes. Yes, I know, cantis are better in every possible way, but I actually like the classic look of sidepulls. I'm planning on Tektro 556 brakes, so hopefully I won't give

[RBW] Re: New Sam H Builder

ders are much nicer than the SKS fenders. > > On Jul 7, 1:51 pm, Peter Pesce wrote: > > > Hi All- > > > My first post here. I just purchased one of the last Taiwan Sam frames > > to build up. It's a 60cm set up for sidepull brakes. Yes, I know, > > cantis are

[RBW] Re: Ms Foy for my wife

Eccentric BB is a very clean way to go... On Jul 23, 10:35 am, Seth Vidal wrote: > On Wed, Jul 21, 2010 at 10:34 PM, MobileBill wrote: > > Thanks to those who passed along observations on-line and off-line. I > > will take em all to heart. I've been friction shifting so long, I > > forgot I migh

[RBW] Platrack In Back

Inspired by the front/rear load discussion in another thread, I gave this a try over the weekend: http://www.flickr.com/photos/ppesce/sets/72157629466236026/ Worked better than I thought. -Pete in CT -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bun

[RBW] Re: Poster Update - Twice as Fun!

Love the head badge poster! On Sunday, April 15, 2012 3:25:15 PM UTC-4, Marty wrote: > > My recent post announcing the Rivendell Model poster was a big hit. Nearly > 1,000 views to date, and lots of nice feedback. Some of you asked if I > could print some to sell, and the short answer is yes. B

[RBW] Slickersack Improvement

Excellent upgrade. I've been perturbed by that very problem on my SlickerSack. I was thinking even buttons would be better than those dang snaps sometimes. Pete in CT -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To view this discussion

[RBW] Re: Platrack In Back

Thomas- I was thinking the same thing myself. The Mark's rack comes with a additional pair of shorter, bent stays - if you look on the Riv site the photo of the rack installed in the rear is using these stays on the upper hourglass mounts. I don't recall my rack coming with the additional set o

[RBW] Re: Platrack In Back

... although, looking at the photo again, it appears that the Platrack bolts occupy the holes that the upper stays would use. The draw bolts might be long enough to go through both the MR and PR tabs... not sure. On Wednesday, April 18, 2012 11:00:25 AM UTC-4, Peter Pesce wrote: > >

[RBW] Grant at the New Amsterdam Bike Show

+1. Any info would be very much appreciated! Pete in CT (long way from RBWHQ in WC) -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/WGNNt94kFmMJ. T

[RBW] Re: Riv Rally East Miraculously Escapes Weather Debacle!

Clearly "Riv" is an attitude as much as a brand. That is all that you are "required" to bring to a Riv ride! Great job Bobby (and all the other riv-ish ride planners elsewhere)! -Pete On Sunday, April 29, 2012 8:36:50 PM UTC-4, Montclair BobbyB wrote: > > Thanks, it's all good. As long as I co

[RBW] Re: Why I Like Commuting On My Bike

Who would have ever thought you could look forward to your commute! Even though my 3 mile commute ride is only 15 minutes, it is still mentally and physically invigorating. -Pete in CT On Sunday, April 29, 2012 10:45:23 PM UTC-4, JimD wrote: > > The past few weeks have reminded me about why my

Re: [RBW] The Arrival of my new 62cm SimpleOne

My Sam has also seen a bit less love since I got the Quickbeam, but it was always a weekend bike. Its the LHT that is really collecting dust now that the QB is on commuter duty. It sure is nice to enjoy that sweet Riv ride every day of the week though. Pete in CT -- You received this message

[RBW] Question about White Ind Dos Freewheel

It really depends on how you "really" use your bike. I bought a Dos for my QB- the 16/19 - but 90% of my riding is my daily commute that I can do in the 40/16 gear with no problem. If you are new to single speeding as I was a couple of months ago when I got my QB you might be surprised what gear

[RBW] Question about White Ind Dos Freewheel

It really depends on how you "really" use your bike. I bought a Dos for my QB- the 16/19 - but 90% of my riding is my daily commute that I can do in the 40/16 gear with no problem. If you are new to single speeding as I was a couple of months ago when I got my QB you might be surprised what gear

Re: [RBW] Cute Riv ad on BSNYC

I suspect it won't stay under the radar, unfortunately. I suspect the big T is very protective of anyone using their name and their trade dress blue to enhance the perceived value of another product. Think of all the mass confusion and grievous harm that will result as "deceived" consumers flock

[RBW] Re: SimpleOne two week reflections

That bike looks just perfect! Enjoy. On Tuesday, May 1, 2012 8:31:46 PM UTC-4, EricP wrote: > > Simple answer - me like! A lot. It really does seem to "disappear" > underneath while riding. Took it out for a 40 mile ride last Sunday, with > a few on gravel roads. Pretty sure I was faster ove

Re: [RBW] Re: Betty F. on Bike-to-Work Day

I think anything that "humanizes" you helps. There have been a number of observations ( not sure they are actual "studies") that one of the contributing elements to driver-on-driver hostility is the anonymity of the interaction. As a cyclist, anything that undermines a driver from anonymizing y

Re: [RBW] Re: Betty F. on Bike-to-Work Day

I think anything that "humanizes" you helps. There have been a number of observations ( not sure they are actual "studies") that one of the contributing elements to driver-on-driver hostility is the anonymity of the interaction. As a cyclist, anything that undermines a driver from anonymizing y

[RBW] Re: Riv article in new Momentum Magazine

That's not an article, it's an ad. Still cool, though! On Friday, May 11, 2012 8:28:58 AM UTC-4, AndyBikeman wrote: > > I saw this page in the new bike lifestyle magazine MomentumMag. > > > http://www.momentummag-digital.com/momentummag/20120506/?pg=70&pm=2&u1=friend > -- You received this messa

[RBW] Re: tektro cr720 installation advice

I have mini-V brakes on my Quickbeam and like them a lot. I took off the 720's because they stick out so far they were a pain in crowded bike racks, not because of the stopping performance. I started with some really short arms - 85mm - but they were just a tiny bit tight to clear fenders and 35

[RBW] Small Sackville Saddlesack issue

I love Canal Plastics! That aside, another thing you might try is laminating 2 pieces of coroplast together with spray adhesive. That will increase the strength considerably without adding much weight, though it will take up a bit more room. Pete in CT -- You received this message because you

Re: [RBW] Re: What is the deal with the double top tubes?

That's the fact, Jack! When I hear "Urban Assault Vehicle" I think of the Bill Murray / Harold Ramis classic "Stripes." On Sunday, May 13, 2012 11:46:38 PM UTC-4, cyclot...@gmail.com wrote: > > Blame Ivan > Reitmanfor >

[RBW] Re: My Quickbeam

Jared- It depends a bit on terrain and load. As Kelly noted getting the gearing right is key for terrain. I'm also riding 40x16 on my QB and it works fine for modest hills, but I might go down to 40x18 for the summer just so I don't get as sweaty on my commute! For "shopping" it will be fine if

[RBW] Re: L-brackets - just do it!

I wondered the same thing - my QB does not have a threaded brake bridge and I was pretty surprised when I discovered that. I had to zip tie my rear fender onto the brake bridge because the crimp-on bracket thingy was costing me about 1cm in clearance... Why wouldn't this be an absolute no-brai

[RBW] Re: L-brackets - just do it!

es go down. It's a matter of finding that sweet spot where >> Riv can manage to stay in business over the long haul. I expect they have >> considered that feature as well as many others, and they had to rule it >> out. It's not like Grant and company wouldn't

[RBW] Re: Just Ride

Exactly. What if every shoe store in America only sold running shoes and hiking boots? And the staff looked at you cross-eyed if you dared suggest you might want to do anything but run or hike. You'd have to dig deep into the dark corners of some internet "sub-culture" to buy loafers, or sandal

[RBW] Re: What’s Driving the 650B Explosion? Interviews, Tech Breakdown & More! - Bike Rumor

Great read. I was really struck by the herd mentality evident in the commentary - the almost palpable desperation for something, anything, "new" to sell to a saturated market, offset by the terror of being first, and maybe getting hung out to dry if you end up being the only! It is such a star

Re: [RBW] Speaking of 26-inch Wheels ...

I think things like these english 3 speed rides are sorely lacking from our current cycling universe. There was that great YouTube video posted a few months back of a British cycling club outing in the 50's. It was a day trip by train, enabling city folk to ride around in the country and have pi

Re: [RBW] Interrupters must be V-brake/disk specific

I bought some Tektro RX6 v-brakes from that seller. They were good to deal with. The brakes appeared new, but came in a clear plastic bag, not a Tektro box, so I think this seller might have some source for OEM parts or other bulk purchases. The RX6's are not available from any other source in

[RBW] Re: What are your favorite blogs?

I'll put in a plug for Vik over at The Lazy Rando: http://www.thelazyrandonneur.com/ On Monday, June 18, 2012 6:06:52 PM UTC-4, Jim Thill - Hiawatha Cyclery wrote: > > Facebook and other "social networking" sites have led me away from blogs, > which I used to read voraciously in ye olde days.

[RBW] Re: The Poster

Yesterday's Blug says the first 100 are shipping today (the 19th) so you left-coasters should have them very soon. We easterners will have to wait for the pony express to make its way. Grant also... well... not exactly "requested"... maybe "suggested" that nobody post an image of the poster onl

[RBW] Re: Rivish bike shop in New Haven CT?

The Devils Gear is a good shop that caters to commuters and utility cyclists. Not overly Riv-ish but better than most. http://www.thedevilsgear.com/ On Tuesday, June 26, 2012 10:39:36 AM UTC-4, Liesl wrote: > > Hi friends, out traveling here with my sweetie and 2 Bike Fridays. Any > suggestion

[RBW] Re: Rivish bike shop in New Haven CT?

e! On Tuesday, June 26, 2012 11:06:54 AM UTC-4, Peter Pesce wrote: > > The Devils Gear is a good shop that caters to commuters and utility > cyclists. Not overly Riv-ish but better than most. > > http://www.thedevilsgear.com/ > > > On Tuesday, June 26, 2012 10:39:36

[RBW] Re: Review of "Just Ride."

I thought the same thing. Nowhere in JR does Grant say "performance road bikes" should be heavy. He says that most people should not care about riding performed roads bikes nor care that much about weight.. In that statement, the reviewer is actually providing the perfect example of what Grant i

[RBW] Re: Review of "Just Ride."

If "fast group rides" are part of your regular riding portfolio then I'd absolutley agree that a bike made for fast group rides should be part of your stable. And I think it's masochistic to believe that an Atlantis could be that bike. Ride what everyone else is riding. Group road rides are abo

Re: [RBW] Re: CT riders

Hey Mike. I actually grew up in Warwick and my folks still live there. Nice to see some Ocean State Riv spirit. Pete (now) in CT -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.goog

[RBW] Re: Taking the plunge with A. Homer Hilsen

That's a beauty! You really went full Riv on that one - Moustache bars, Grip Kings, a huge Saddle sack! Welcome to the club. -Pete in CT On Sunday, July 1, 2012 9:23:48 PM UTC-4, Jimmy Hutch wrote: > > Hey, all, > > I've been reading RBW Owners Bunch for a couple of weeks and this is my > fir

[RBW] Re: The Poster--What to do now that you have it

Just got mine. It's fantastic. So good, in fact, that my wife actually approved for display indoors! (It only made the cut for the den, not the living room, but that's better than the garage..) -Pete in CT On Tuesday, June 26, 2012 7:32:33 AM UTC-4, islaysteve wrote: > > In anticipation of rece

Re: [RBW] Blogs

I like JHK's commentary on urbanism and the American civic landscape - which he often rides his bike through - a lot, but I too get bored with his "The End is Nigh!" sandwich-boarding that has been going on for at least 13 years by my count - he was big on the Y2K computer catastrophe back in th

[RBW] Re: Review of "Just Ride."

Steel for me. I chuckle every time I read an ad or review about some carbon bike that has "achieved" a comfortable ride. I love the way steel bikes look, and feel. I even love the little "ping" they make when something taps a tube. If I had all the money in the world to spend on one bike it woul

Re: [RBW] Re: Review of "Just Ride."

Garth- I think the point to be gleaned from the responses to your hypothetical is that many people feel that duplicating the geometry of a given bike in a different material does *not* make it the same bike, only lighter. A bike is more than the sum of the geometry angles plus weight. For many p

Re: [RBW] The New Riv

Interesting. A Simple One with a derailer? I too am curious how you get the price down. It certainly wouldn't save anything to cast new, plain lugs just for one bike. Does the head tube badge really add that must cost? If its to be a true beater, the down tube decal should be "Mongoose." -- You

Re: [RBW] Re: The New Riv

I agree with Jim that a lot of the year is in prototyping. Especially if Grant is working with tubes and/or lugs he's not so accustomed to, he'll want to build up a couple and make sure they are still Rivs. The last thing he needs is to have a bike out there that doesn't live up to the name, no

[RBW] Betties and Sams and paint choices

If I were Riv, and on my 4,5,6-th reorder of Bettys I wouldnt change a thing. They are obviously selling. If I were Riv and still on my first order of Bettys I wouldn't have had a chance to change anything. Either scenario explains the color. Pete in CT Loving my orange Sam and not orange QB.

[RBW] Re: Betties and Sams and paint choices

I was being tongue-in cheek there! I actually agree with you that color variety is in general a good thing. You do have the chance of pleasing a wider range of people, and the previous colors are at least still available in the "pre-owned" market. -- You received this message because you are

[RBW] Re: My new Rivendell with HORIZONTAL dropouts and DOWNTUBE SILVER shifters..

Beautiful bike! I was a day late and dollar short buying that very one, and am glad I "lost" it to a good home! :) Pete (figuring out how to put gears on his silver QB) in CT -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To view this dis

[RBW] Another "Last" One

There's a 60cm SimpleOne frame and fork available on the Riv site if anyone's looking. Apparently a cancelled order (they don't know what they're missing!) SO glad it's not my size or I'd end up with a mate for my QB! -Pete on CT -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the

Re: [RBW] Re: Review of "Just Ride."

On Thursday, July 5, 2012 10:27:52 PM UTC-4, Mike wrote: > > "...Today when I was finishing up a short fast(ish) ride I went by two > bike shops and was looking at CF bikes--"endurance" and "distance" models > with lower BB heights and longer stays. No way. Or at least not today. No > way would

[RBW] Re: Betties and Sams and paint choices

Beautiful photos of a beautiful bike! I really like the way you continued the red accents - like the twining on the cork grips! The cream tires really lighten-up the look. I can't imagine it with black tires. That is a bike that is really "put together." Fantastic. -Pete in CT On Friday, Jul

[RBW] Ram for sale on iBob list

I waited a few hours and nobody mentioned it, so maybe I'm being naive and this guy's a known scammer, but... An iBob member posted a NOS 60cm Ram frame and fork for sale: https://groups.google.com/forum/m/?fromgroups#!topic/internet-bob/vJ_LunMDW3U No knowledge of or relation to the seller. Ju

[RBW] Re: Does this Betty Foy Look Different to you?

Hmm. I think you're right. I always disliked the "bent" line also. -Pete in CT On Tuesday, July 10, 2012 1:14:43 AM UTC-4, Rocky B wrote: > > Take a look at the frame lines of this Betty Foy: > http://www.flickr.com/photos/10344790@N06/7514719444/in/pool-rivendell > > Is it me or does it looks

Re: [RBW] Re: Does this Betty Foy Look Different to you?

uch prefer a straight line.. Would this be a new future style >> of betty and yves or just a one off? >> >> On Tuesday, July 10, 2012 9:10:53 AM UTC-5, Peter Pesce wrote: >>> >>> Hmm. I think you're right. I always disliked the "bent" line also.

[RBW] Re: Rivish bike rental in NYC?

Not sure if they do rentals but you might try Adeline Adeline for something dutch or city-bike style: ADELINE ADELINE 147 Reade Street (between Greenwich & Hudson) New York, NY 10013 212-227-1150 888-9X0-BIKE 888-996-2453 On Tuesday, July 10, 2012 11:02:07 AM UTC-4, Zack wrote: > > Is there a

[RBW] Re: What Now? and other books.

I would check it out on Riv's say so, as they have a not steered me wrong yet. On a related note, I really wish Riv would set up an Amazon link to books they sell. That way I would be able to buy the Kindle version from the "recommender" and they could still get a small commission off them, at

[RBW] Re: A Tire Pressure App

I'll happily pay $2.50 if/when the iOS version comes along. (Please no Apple flaming. Allan already mentioned that he might do an iOS version on another list) -Pete in CT On Thursday, July 12, 2012 4:45:40 PM UTC-4, Allan in Portland wrote: > > A little shameless self-promotion. Hope people don'

[RBW] Re: Rayon for Riding?

Most of what is advertised these days as "bamboo" clothing is rayon in which bamboo is (perhaps) used as the source of the cellulose. Many people seem to like "bamboo" clothing for athletic endeavors so it makes sense that you'd find it works well also. On Thursday, July 12, 2012 1:45:45 PM UTC

[RBW] Hooks for pannier conversion

You can get OEM Ortlieb hardware from a few places online. It is great hardware. I bought some and used it to convert some old Orlieb motorcycle panniers into bike panniers. I'm not sure about scratching - my racks are non precious. They also seem to be pretty large diameter capacity wi inserts

[RBW] Riv-ish retro cycling gloves?

I have Nashbar crochet back gloves that work fine for me and are super cheap. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/ijGNmwLsZYEJ. To post

[RBW] Brake Installation Experience

Youll find many linear pul fans here! I have mini-Vs on my road-I-fied Quickbeam and they are great. They work very nicely with the normal Tektro drop bar levers. Even better if you add a barrel adjuster noodle. I have linear pull brakes on my LHT also and they work wonderfully for my commute

Re: [RBW] Now: undies/ was: Long distance clothing choices

I love underarmor for short rides. Any over an hour and I prefer spandex or wool bike shorts. They evolved to be what they are for a reason. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To view this discussion on the web visit https:/

[RBW] Re: Niches

Their niche-mindedness is your gain! Just don't ever wear it mountain biking - it wouldn't be right. :) On Monday, July 16, 2012 12:47:15 PM UTC-4, islaysteve wrote: > > Slightly OT, but an observation along the lines of some of the comments on > the "Just Ride" review thread. I got a great CL

[RBW] Re: Brake Installation Experience

I was just barely able to get 80mm minis to clear a 35mm tire and fender on my QB. I eventually switched to 85's. Both seem to work fine with normal-pull brake levers. Aesthetically, the styling of the v-brake arms themselves is a little too fussy, but I like the clean, tucked-in look better th

[RBW] rivendell poster framed

Excellent job. The color match is perfect and the corner details are very much in the style of the art. I've had a hard time time trying to imagine what kind of frame would be right - I can stop trying. You nailed it. Pete in CT -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Go

[RBW] Re: rivendell poster framed

I think anything related to "art" gets a mark-up similar to what happens when you put the word "marine" or "aviation" in front of a piece of hardware. Or, perhaps, people think the mark up on anything called "frame" is the same as that on eyeglass frames, which is around 1000%. To be fair, back

[RBW] Ride Report : Ajit's Ride Through Detroit

Great photos! Thanks. I agree. We need less idyllic Cali cycling and more real world grit! :) -Pete in (gritty) CT -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/r

[RBW] Re: Does it makes sense to get a Hilsen if I have a Sam?

Interesting timing on this discussion. I got a Quickbeam a few months back to use as a commuting / town bike. I had my Sam set up for quicker road riding, and an LHT for heavy hauling. After a few weeks I realized I had them at cross purposes. The LHT is now the commuter and hauler. The Big App

[RBW] Re: King Grip Pedals

I just installed a new pair of MKS Sneaker pedals and when i went to grease them I found there's a little notch in the pedal body that greatly facilitates dust cap removal. Not sure why the GKs don't have this, but it would be easy to add once you get the caps off the first time. Pete in CT

[RBW] Re: Rivendell "SimpleBeam" - New Model - Call for the Seriously InterestedB

Agreed Jim. Wouldn't it just be easier to see if there were 30 people willing to pre-order an actual SO/QB? I know there's no opportunity for creative expression in that, but it does seem odd to try to satisfy demand for the those bikes with a new bike that will explicitly NOT be those bikes!

[RBW] Riv e-bike conversion?

As long as you attach it with twine it's Riv approved! Seriously though, I think that this new e-bike wheel retrofit thingy that's been on the inter webs the last few weeks seems ideal. Personally I'd love an ebike if I could afford a Specialized Turbo (and Specialized weren't so evil). Pete in

Re: [RBW] Re: Rivendell "SimpleBeam" - New Model - Call for the Seriously InterestedB

I just bought an S3X for my QB commuter based (almost) entirely on Eric's recent and past endorsements. If it's good enough for his PBPs it's good enough for mine! (Btw., PBP for me stands for Pub-Bar-Pub) After I get the wheel built and New England thaws out enough for some bike commuting I'll

Re: [RBW] Re: Rivendell "SimpleBeam" - New Model - Call for the Seriously InterestedB

Eric I'm going to put a freewheel on it. The idea of having the pawls in the replaceable part just makes so much sense to me. I think a "direct drive with helper gears" set up will work perfectly for my commuting and utility needs. Pete in CT -- You received this message because you are subs

Re: [RBW] Re: Advice/WTB: Dynamo wheel and/or light

I've been commuting with an SP PD8 on my Quickbeam and it has been great. I bought the disc version because I have another disc compatible frame I might switch it over to later. I think the SP is a great choice at the sub-SON price point. Pete in CT -- You received this message because you a

[RBW] Quickbeam Gets Fatter - a set on Flickr

Nothing but 35s on my QB. Paselas, Kojaks, currently Schwalbe Marathon Supremes. Pete in CT (Still in process of Norris-izing my QB with an S3X) -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop recei

[RBW] Has anyone gone from drops to Albas and regretted it?

I think it has everything to do with your use of the bike. For distances I think a drop bar has proven to be pretty good. For a town bike ridden for fun or in traffic I like the upright posture of bars like albas. In an ideal world you'd have a bike or two with each. I had noodles on my Sam fo

Re: [RBW] 3 60cm-ish Rivs and several boxes of parts for less than 2K

If it sounds too good to be true it probably is. -- 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 t

Re: [RBW] Quickbeam Inaugural Ride

My last gen silver QB has an OLD of 120. The QR skewer that came with the standard Suzue hub works fine for me. -Pete in CT -- 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, s

[RBW] Riv Email

I like the SO, not least because it's the only "budget" ($1k range as opposed to $2k range) Riv remaining with 1TT in the upper sizes. But the canti brakes are not what I want on a bike like this. Cable hangers aren't "simple" and v-brakes just look wrong. Also, as a business strategy, why does

[RBW] Re: All American Roadeo

Overall I think this a fun thought exercise, but it's really easy to go through the looking glass in pursuit of it. As noted, the aluminum in a Paul's component, isn't MUSA, nor is probably the steel, rubber, plastic, etc in any other part. But of course raw meterials are only a small part of th

[RBW] Re: Rivendell: Our First Real Sale

I had just placed a small order last week after Grant posted that they didn't have a great year. Now the sake, and I just got a platrack/slicker sack combo and railroad shirt too! Merry Xmas to me! That Simpleone is tempting too, though Pete SingleSixtySidepullSam -- You received this me

[RBW] New Year morning ride

I got out for 2 hours in the balmy 50 deg weather we had here in CT. Alas no photos, but I was on my orange Sam. Use your imagination! Pete SingleSixtySidepullSam -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To view this discussion on t

[RBW] Re: Quickbeam vs SimpleOne

Oh man. All this talk of "no-brainers" - You guys have my credit card finger starting to itch! Does anyone know if a long reach caliper brake will work in front? I know the frame is designed for cantis but I kind of like the simplicity of a sidepull on a single-speed. I can always use the canti

[RBW] Rebate Reflex

I'd feel a bit bad using my rebate for sale things too. I put in a small order pre-sale, and two more in-sale, so I guess I'm doing my bit to help. I'll save the rebate to ease the pain of returning to full-price shopping next week! I'm glad Riv is distilling their product line. I've recently fe

Re: [RBW] Re: Quickbeam vs SimpleOne

Well, I scratched the itch, but I bought Matt's silver Quickbeam instead of an SO. Can't wait for it to get here! Pete SingleSixtySidepullSam SilverSingle-Speed...er...Quickbeam (oh well!) -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. T

Re: [RBW] Re: Quickbeam vs SimpleOne

Patrick- Not sure what you think it means ;-) but it's a 60cm Sam with sidepull brakes and a single top tube. There was a thread a couple of months ago where some of us were trying to decipher all the various versions of Sam that are/were available. I have a few not-so-great flickr photos here

[RBW] Re: Indian bike names

I don't think GP will like it, but I think "Chief" would be great. The long and laid-back nature of bike makes me think of someone who's entitled to take their time... The back-up bars also remind me of this: http://www.indianmotorcycle.com/en-us/experience/history/pages/vintage-news.aspx And

[RBW] Ride it Round?

I have a tire issue that I hope someone can help with. A year ago I hung a pair of 1 yr old Pasela TG 35's on a hook in the garage. I recently went to re-install them on my Sam and one of them will not seat evenly all the way around the rim (Velocity Dyad) no matter what I do. I put several hund

[RBW] Re: Ride it Round?

Well I'm glad to know I'm not the only one with this frustration. Yes, in my case, like Max's, there is a low spot caused by the bead not seating out in the correct position, though mine is just to one side of the valve stem, not on the opposite side. I previously thought this poroblem was the

[RBW] Re: Indian bike names

How bout "Last of the Mohican's"? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/6HfJ2gRJYMcJ. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunc

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