[RBW] Porteur Rack experts needed

I finally got a large basket from Riv and its too big to fit on my little Soma front rack AND have room in front for the dyno headlamp (the medium is fine, but a little small). I thought a great platform for the basket would be the Soma Porteur Rack because I could even put little panniers on th

[RBW] Re: Porteur Rack experts needed

Thanks Smitty, I didn't notice the weird axle mount thing. Hopefully the Sam fork can accommodate eyelet mounting. Speaking of front loading a Sam, maybe Manny-the-front-loaded-Sam-master will chime in. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners

[RBW] Re: Porteur Rack experts needed

Hi Phillip, It would, but I'm thinking that bike camping wise, it would strain the little front rack quite a lot. It can't really hold much weight, you see. The porteur rack is probably a bit overkill, but it's also versatile with the pannier mounts, large platform, and center oriented light mou

[RBW] Re: Brooks saddle "breathes" ... sort of.

Judging by my chilly buns this morning, they might breathe a little too well! -- 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/-/Ow0JdIUub68J. To post

[RBW] Re: Rivendell Appaloosa

If you guys follow @rivbike on Instagram, you can check out Keven's almost-built Appaloosa along with lots of other great photos. Their account is pretty new but they update with a fair amount of regularity. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Own

[RBW] Re: Shimmy cured

Great timing for this topic since I've noticed my Sam/Surly Rack/Saddlesack Large combo makes for a bike that has pretty extreme shimmy at nearly all speeds. With the bike stripped I can ride as long as I please no-handed but its a hairy proposition with the rack and bag, even without a load.

Re: [RBW] Re: Shimmy cured

Patrick, In my case "all speeds" is really all speeds I ride at which is probably between 12mph and 20mph or thereabouts. It happens with and without front load. For instance, my grocery run last weekend was all loaded into my saddlesack, but this weekend I split it up between the saddlesack an

Re: [RBW] Re: Shimmy cured

Forgot to describe it; it's a back and forth wobble of maybe 4 or 5 inches total side-to-side movement. Maybe more. It doesn't get any more or less pronounced at different speeds that I can tell but the frequency gets a little scary when I'm going quickly. -- You received this message because

[RBW] Re: Waxed Canvas Bag Instructions

Is the idea that the waxing gives it a bit more durability? I was considering doing this to my Sackville bags but I put it off because I've got 4 of them, including the massive Saddlesack Large. As it turned out, even frequent and extended exposure to the Seattle rain has yet to infiltrate the

[RBW] Weight's a weird thing

I spend about equal time on my Sam Hillborne and my Soma Double Cross. To abbreviate the way they're normally set up, the Sam's got a 40/24 12-36 drivetrain, 35c Soma New Xpress tires, front rack/basket/Shopsack. The Soma's got a 48/34 11-34 drivetrain, 35c Schwalbe Marathon Racers, front rack,

[RBW] Re: Weight's a weird thing

In honor of Jan, I did my Ballard Trader Joe's grocery trip this morning with decreased tire pressures (about 65psi) and front loaded maybe 10 pounds of food in the basket. The Soma still climbed like mad rat. Budget grocery randonneur :) -- You received this message because you are subscribed

[RBW] Re: Weight's a weird thing

Eflayer, I was just saying that I was surprised they felt so different but were both, in fact, bikes that might shop in the husky section of the store. I like hearing about the interesting nuances of bicycle feel, especially in this case where I have two bikes that I love equally and like to fa

Re: [RBW] WTB 700C Dyno for Hunqapillar project

Scott, I have a 700c wheelset I used for awhile on my Sam. The front is a 32h Shimano DH-3D71 on a Salsa Delgado Cross rim and the rear is a 36h RynoLite with a Shimano SLX hub. Super strong. I'd toss in a Shimano 11-30 8 speed cassette as well if you have a use for it. I'm in Seattle as well.

[RBW] Re: Chilly Hilly, STP 2013

Might be in for STP again this year, but last year tweaked my knee pretty bad and finished feeling sorta miserable. I swear I can still feel it from time to time. On Wednesday, January 16, 2013 7:34:36 PM UTC-8, Benedikt wrote: > > Anyone doing Chilly Hilly or STP (Seattle to Portland) in 2013?

[RBW] Re: Rene Herse book now shipping!

Checked out Kathleen's copy at Free Range today. Lovely work. Had to settle for going home with the newest BQ, but I'll have my own copy soon enough. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To view this discussion on the web visit

[RBW] Re: 1st Ride Report

That's just about as nice as they come. What a find! -- 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/-/ISztvWxaC20J. To post to this group, send email

[RBW] Re: Stuff for sale

Can't reply directly via mobile, but I'll absolutely take the R-14 -- 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/-/SzP0yy1uatEJ. To post to this gro

Re: [RBW] Fattest/supplest 700c tires for my S1

My first foray into the world of supple(r) tires (after trying a few different breeds of Marathons) is with the 35c Soma New XPress tires. They feel good to me and I run them at 65-70psi or thereabouts. They're folders as well, which is a nice touch. 35c in the Soma is noticeably bigger than 35c

[RBW] Chainring Guard on an AHH?

I've got it on the Sam and love it. Still wont save the lightest of khakis, but works great with my jeans. -- 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

[RBW] Re: Chainring Guard on an AHH?

Chris, Yeah, I dumped the 36 and the 46 and got a 40 and the guard. I'd do it again for sure. The 40x12 is good enough for downhill (for me) and I find I just leave it in the 40 for almost everything. I tried leaving the 36 but it just never quite felt right when I needed a little oomph. The cra

Re: [RBW] 1 bike? Could you do it?

Now that I've hit the sweet spot with my Soma Double Cross, yeah I could. It feels even better than the Sam these days. -- 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/m

[RBW] Newbaum's Tape is Great and Better Hunqapillar photos

Looks awesome! Is that an old XT rear derailer? I think I have that same one kicking around somewhere. Always liked the look of those. -- 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

[RBW] Bikes back from paint

And those of us on Instagram got to watch the progress! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+u

[RBW] Where to get a replacement old school MTB fork?

Oddly enough, I'm nearly positive that Dimension makes threaded MTB forks still. Should be able to order them at any LBS, inexpensive as well. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receivin

[RBW] Where to get a replacement old school MTB fork?

Follow up: Looks like Tree Fort carries them and they're only $50 -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owne

[RBW] Some bags for sale and a Moustache

Selling some stuff to buy some stuff (isn't that a familiar story?), most of which is Riv, some is Riv-y, and one is not even slightly Riv. I'd be open to trades, especially for a Saddlesack Small or comparably sized saddlebag. Here's the album http://imgur.com/a/IauVu#0 Trunksack Small, exce

[RBW] Some bags for sale and a Moustache

Both Sackvilles sold and paid for. Everything else still up for grabs. -- 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...@googlegr

[RBW] Some bags for sale and a Moustache

Handlebars, brake levers and stem are sold and paid for. Those lovely Ironweed panniers are still available. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubsc

Re: [RBW] Quickbeam/Simple One Gearing Ranges?

Here's a dummy question for the experienced 2x2 folks; how do you change the gears when the chain is (presumably) under fairly high tension? Do you give the wheel some slack in the dropout and then just tighten it back up? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Gr

[RBW] Re: Mark's Hub Area Rack

As a side note, I talked to Mark yesterday about the bags that'll be the companions of the rack. He hasn't had samples yet, but soon. Obviously I'm chomping at the bit to see/purchase those. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group.

[RBW] Re: Mark's Hub Area Rack

I'm a little nervous to hear a price for it. After all, the more beautifully curved the metal, the more labor intensive. -- 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

[RBW] Re: Soma Oxford

Hey! I can help for once! I found this photo set on flickr when I was comparing them. Really helpful in seeing the differences. I went with the Somas and found them to be really nice. Then again, I kinda zone out when I'm riding and don't stay t

[RBW] Re: I am a (sometimes) enthusiastic but mediocre bike mechanic

Glad to know I'm not the only one who's ever spent totally inappropriate amounts of time setting derailer limits. Amateur mechanic solidarity! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving

Re: [RBW] 2 Top Tube Observations

Forget the 2TT, I'm gonna get my frame pump painted Sam green and go 3TT. -- 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...@googl

[RBW] Nitto R14 (top rack) users?

A quick question for those with experience. Just got my R14 from a list member, set it up, and plopped my saddlesack large on top. This morning I did my usual grocery run to Trader Joe's, loaded the saddlesack, and tested for wiggle with the rack. I knew there'd be some, but I'm wondering if I

[RBW] Re: 2 Top Tube Observations

The 2TT seems to be spreading... http://bikesdirect.com/products/mercier/kilott_os.htm Pretty wild to see something like that from the folks over at BD. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and sto

[RBW] Just some colorful Sam H. photos from today

My Sam's been getting a little neglected lately since I've been riding the Soma so much. I decided to spruce him up a little with new orange bar tape, Shimano levers, NOS metal fenders from 1975 (made right here in Seattle!), and a relocation of the B&M headlight. Here's the imgur album http://

Re: [RBW] Just some colorful Sam H. photos from today

Thank Rene! Those bars are the VO Chris's Rando Bar and the tires are Soma New Xpress 35c. The bar feels good to me, but I've never tried a Noodle so I couldn't really say how they measure up. The tires are great; I think I like them even a little better the Marathon Racer, which was my previous

[RBW] Re: Just some colorful Sam H. photos from today

Thanks for the kind words, Michael. The fenders don't say anything on them, but the story is that they were manufactured around 1975 in Seattle. A bunch ended up in a barn and the ones that survived were recently salvaged. There's a bit of oxidation on some of the mounting hardware, but nothing

[RBW] What's the trick with Albatross bars?

When I first set up my non-Riv bike, I used a set of the Soma Oxford bars (really close shape-wise to the Albas) on an 8cm stem. I ended up switching them out for a couple of reasons; I felt too upright, and under heavy braking I didn't feel like I was well-braced against the bars to counteract

Re: [RBW] Any Riv tandem riders--tire width?

Jim, that is AWESOME!!! -- 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, send email to r

[RBW] Nitto Big Front Rack fitting issue

I finally got a lovely Nitto R34 yesterday. I noticed the placement of the top attachment point is a little weird when mounting to the Sam's fork; it doesn't really come close to the eyelets so I have to use the p-clamps instead. However, I've seen photos from Renaissance Bicycles on Flickr that

[RBW] Re: Nitto Big Front Rack fitting issue

Shoji, Mine is a 60cm 700c side puller. I did see the video, but thought a bike with the high rider eyelets would line up perfectly since that seems to be the Nitto way. I can post a pic tonight after work and you can see my Frankenstein screw/washer/spacer concoction I came up with. -- You r

Re: [RBW] Re: Nitto Big Front Rack fitting issue

Joe, that looks absolutely perfect for my needs. I'd better look up a metal shop to see what they can do for me. -- 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 emai

RE: [RBW] WTB: Rock n Roads

This has probably been talked to death, but these can fit on a Sam with no fenders, right? Might be the holy grail summer tire for me. -- 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

Re: [RBW] WTB: Rock n Roads

Well, the reviews seem so positive that I'll just have to treat myself to a set next payday. Worst case scenario, I put 'em on the Soma Double Cross instead. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group an

Re: [RBW] Staff Bikes - Mark's Bontrager

I've got a Bontrager Privateer Comp for sale in Seattle if anyone's interested. Green/yellow paint and full XT with V-brakes and a lovely Judy up front. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and sto

[RBW] Re: Nitto Big Front Rack fitting issue

g the p clamps: > http://www.flickr.com/photos/cnyriv/8477467738/in/photostream > > On Wednesday, February 13, 2013 10:35:25 PM UTC-5, Scot Brooks wrote: >> >> Here are some images showing the fitment. The rack is perfectly level in >> this position and you can see that it's jus

Re: [RBW] Speaking of merit badges...Association of Caffeinated Wheelmen

I'd have two or three as well. Wicked nice little items. -- 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] OT (for goofball content): Bosco Bars daydreaming

I was just visualizing having some Bosco Bars and all the various hand positions, and I had a little revelation; they look big enough and long enough that I could really easily and comfortably put my feet up on the flats. As obviously unsafe as that sounds, I'm definitely going to try it if I e

[RBW] Surly Disc Trucker

So cool. I can't help but love the look of the 62/26, totally hardcore. Nice one. -- 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

Re: [RBW] OT Bunyan Velo

Really cool, Jim. Beautiful photos and super tasteful layout. -- 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.

[RBW] Re: Budget Riv? Still on the horizon?

I chatted with Keven about it awhile ago. The idea is that it'll be a full-blown touring bike (from what I recall). He seemed to think end of the year was a likely time frame, but I'm sure these things are subject to change. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google

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