[RBW] FS: A bunch of nice parts I was accumulating for a build that isn't happening

I have a bunch of parts that I was accumulating for a new Riv build I was hoping to do (Susie or Atlantis) but I missed out on both presales. Luckily I managed to score a great used Appaloosa recently so all is well but this stuff now needs to go. Parts are all listed below with links to picture

[RBW] Re: Market Prices for Riv Frames

$352 in 1971 means rougly $1890 today... On Jun 15, 6:17 am, Steve Palincsar wrote: > On Tue, 2011-06-14 at 18:45 -0700, Leslie wrote: > > Maybe I'm too pessimistic.  I usually think of myself as being overly > > optimistic, but, I really wouldn't see paying 'more' for a frame than > > what it or

[RBW] Re: SoCal Riv ride Sunday Oct 25

Doug, This sounds good. I'm not sure if I'll take the train or drive. But will figure that out in the next day or so. On Oct 20, 9:08 pm, doug peterson wrote: > The Southern California Rivendell group will meet at 10 AM this Sunday > 10/25 at the Irvine train station (Barranca & Ada, in Irvi

[RBW] Re: OT: NYC hotels

The Larchmont is inexpensive and very central (in the Village), if you don"t mind that the bathroom is down the hall. Seth Ely On Sep 14, 5:51 pm, Lesli wrote: > Hey Riv folks.  I always trust the taste + opinions of this group. > Looking for a hotel recommendation for NYC/Brook

[RBW] Re: Continental GrandPrix 4 season 700x28

of bounce that they provide. The Rolly Polly tires are nice too. Recently I picked up a pair of the Paris-Robaix tires and am looking forward to those. If your max is 30mm, maybe you should try the Grand Bois tires. Good luck! Seth Ely On Sep 17, 11:36 am, Michael_S wrote: > My issue i

[RBW] Re: Pre-Rivendell Ride Pics

let's coordinate. I usually make it to Dirt Mulholland once a month or so. Cheers, Seth Ely On Jan 25, 11:26 am, Brad Gantt wrote: > Hi Aaron, > > Now that I have my Riv. Dirt Mulholland is a possibility but here's a > link to the route I took most recently. There are lo

[RBW] SoCal Rivendell Riders (& Friends) Ride - Feb 21

oups/socal_rivendell_bicycle_appreciation_society/discuss/72157623162236373/ Seth Ely -- 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-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from th

[RBW] Re: Cantilever Brake issue on Hillborne

I had a similar issue w/ the Sam Hillborne when I first installed the CR720s. After adjusting the angle of the brake pads, to eliminate toe- in, I haven't noticed any vibrations and have had very minimal break squeal. Seth Ely On Apr 16, 4:03 pm, MikeC wrote: > I have a Sam Hill wit

[RBW] Re: New route for Amgen TOC-Possible Socal Ride

This route sounds good. June 5th and 6th also sound good. Seth On Apr 16, 9:08 pm, Michael_S wrote: > Sorry I dropped out for a while ... had to go to Rancho Bernardo today > to finalize daughters wedding site for next year. > > Either route would be a fun ride.  I can do it an

[RBW] Re: May SoCal Rivendell Bicycle Appreciation Society Ride

Hi Guys, Thanks for a great ride. We definitely covered a lot of dirt, more than I'm used to. David, thanks for scouting the route. It was lots of fun. Cheers, Seth Los Angeles, CA --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscrib

[RBW] Re: Dick's new Bombadil

Beautiful color, really stunning. Seth Los Angeles On May 18, 6:18 pm, Dick Gilpin wrote: > Hi.  Just thought I share with you some pictures of my new built-up Bombadil > frame.  I placed my order when Rivendell first started taking orders (around > September 2007).  I also wanted

[RBW] Re: another plug for MUSA

During a few years riding in the hot and humid conditions of New York's Summer, I found the wool top was great, but generally preferred the coolest option down below - traditional black riding tighties. Knickers are appropriate for Spring and Fall. Best, Seth Los Angeles On Jun 21, 8:

[RBW] Re: new Riv road bike, and my unwanted input for another

Roadeo looks like the name of a fun bicycle. As letters and a word, it looks good. If you buy one and have to explain it to your buddies, you can choose how to pronounce it. Cheers, Seth --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are

[RBW] Re: Southern California Riv Ride Sunday - Tour de San Diego 9:30am

Count me in. Esteban, can you recommend a good/fast bicycle route from La Jolla? Would you recommend La Jolla Blvd to Mission Bay Dr. then connect w/ your bikely route? Thanks. Best, Seth --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are

[RBW] Re: Oregon Bicycle Ride Photos

Jim, Thanks for posting your pictures. The ride looks fantastic & well supported. I grew close to that area & the images of fog triggered the nostalgia. Thanks again, Seth On Sep 6, 9:44 am, JimD <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > Oh No, now you tell me. > > Actually there

[RBW] Re: racks, baskets, and bags

) into the rack w/ lock, lunch and clothes. If I go to the market, I've got no problem adding a few bags of veggies, bread, etc. into the rack w/ net. Good luck. Seth > On Thu, Feb 12, 2009 at 2:41 PM, avillage wrote: > > > Hi, there. I'm getting ready to set up my Ble

[RBW] FS Parts Bin

Hi Everyone, I'm cleaning out my parts bin and offer the following items for sale. Images are linked here: https://www.dropbox.com/sc/k39tvcxqqa6l6ig/AAAF_tUHjXBMCVzI0Z6Fwhfma Prices do not include shipping. I will provide actual shipping cost for items to be shipped $50, Nitto Dirtdrop S

[RBW] FS Bridgestone T700

alled Renolds frames from the 80's. When loaded, it feels really nice. Best, Seth -- 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

[RBW] Re: Need help deciding... Soma San Marcos or Revamp an 84 Trek 610...

l handling. Not only would the Sam Marco give you the chance to run BIG tires, you would know the history of the frame and be better able to control rust. Best, Seth Ely -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to th

[RBW] FS Yuba Mundo $1150 complete child carrying set-up

e any questions, please contact me off list at seth...@gmail.com Best, Seth Los Angeles -- 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] FS: Nitto, Sugino, Selle San Marco

Hi all, Clearing out the parts bin: http://www.ebay.com/sch/setel0/m.html?item=131709474716&hash=item1eaa7f179c%3Ag%3A68EAAOSwa-dWpHnH&rt=nc&_trksid=p2047675.l2562 Best, Seth -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners

[RBW] Re: Hunqapillar or Hillborne

without complaint. Cheers, Seth Ely Joe Bernard wrote: > Being the shallow "I'll take the pretty one" bike buyer that I am, I was > leaning towards getting a Hunqapillar because I love the grey/kidney-bean > scheme, then Grant had the *audacity* to introduce a gorgeous new

Re: [RBW] Re: Rim width vs tire width

How does the calculus change for tubular tires/rims? On Thursday, November 28, 2024 at 6:29:33 PM UTC-5 Stephen Durfee wrote: > Wish this thread had been started yesterday, as I tried fitting a 2.1" > Billy Bonkers onto an old Mavic 217 rim (17mm), got scared from the > lightbulb profile, then

Re: [RBW] FS: A bunch of nice parts I was accumulating for a build that isn't happening

/www.pinkbike.com/photo/22651552/>] -- Sent from my Mobile, so apologies in advance for likely incomprehensible text or strange autocorrect errors... /* Seth C. Kruckenberg, kruckenb...@gmail.com */ -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners B

[RBW] FS: 58cm Rivendell Rambouillet (Warwick, RI)

Not my bike but I was perusing my local Craigslist today and came across this nice 58cm Rivendell Rambouillet that is listed for sale down in Warwick, Rhode, Island. https://boston.craigslist.org/gbs/bik/d/warwick-58cm-rivendell-rambouillet/7487276801.html

Re: [RBW] WTB/ISO: Nitto Technomic Deluxe

No worries! On Thu, Aug 18, 2022 at 4:44 PM Todd G wrote: > Hi Seth, thanks for the offer! I’m wanting to bring the reach in a little > bit, so I’m looking for a 90 or 100 Deluxe at this point. GLWS! > > On Wednesday, August 17, 2022 at 11:45:55 AM UTC-7 Seth wrote: > >> I

Re: [RBW] Re: Shoe recs for platforms

these just came out if you want the option for cleats :) seth in seattle https://www.adidas.com/us/the-velosamba-cycling-shoes/FW4459.html On Tue, Mar 2, 2021 at 7:37 PM Michael Morrissey < michaelgmorris...@gmail.com> wrote: > I don't know you or your style but why not th

Re: [RBW] Registration of bicycles in New York State

On Tue, Mar 1, 2011 at 11:52 AM, Keith Andrews wrote: > Perhaps a bit off topic, but not to those of us in the great state of New > York. > I have lived in the so called "great state" for all but five years of my life > so > I have paid for the right to poo poo New York State every chance I get!

[RBW] longboard fenders

Does anyone have any of these, yet? Would you be willing to take a pair of calipers to the outside of them and tell me the width? Thanks, -sv -- 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-b

Re: [RBW] Re: Best non-Nitto/VO seatpost?

On Thu, Mar 3, 2011 at 11:12 AM, PATRICK MOORE wrote: > > > On Thu, Mar 3, 2011 at 8:40 AM, Michael_S wrote: >> >> I always look for the double bolt posts. The single bolt ones don't >> seem sturdy enough for me. >> > The standard Rivendell Nitto is plenty strong, unless you are north of 250, > p

[RBW] hiawatha posters

I just saw this from the hiawatha blog but I thought I'd mention it. http://hiawathacyclery.blogspot.com/2011/03/2011-hc-poster.html I don't think it's a big stretch to say that bike looks a lot like an orange sam. gorgeous poster. I have one of the ones from last year. Looks great on the wall.

Re: [RBW] Re: Most Plastic Water Bottles Leach Chemicals

On Sun, Mar 6, 2011 at 3:03 PM, Ron MH wrote: > I heard this story as well and must say I'm not really that surprised. > Part of me has a deep mistrust of plastics and their use in food > containers of any kind. The estrogen-like compounds leeched by > plastics may be having serious consequences f

Re: [RBW] Re: Most Plastic Water Bottles Leach Chemicals

On Sun, Mar 6, 2011 at 4:45 PM, cyclotourist wrote: > Is there a solution for carrying stainless steel bottles?  They don't fit > well in traditional cages, although I know it can be done. > > I've found the kleen canteen ones work pretty well in the cages that riv offers. -sv -- You received

Re: [RBW] Re: Most Plastic Water Bottles Leach Chemicals

On Sun, Mar 6, 2011 at 5:39 PM, cyclotourist wrote: > Do you have to wrap it in leather or anything like that? > I'm using the regular king cage. And the only thing I found is to take some rubber bands and wrap around it a few times. it keeps the noise down and the rubberbands keep it from movin

Re: [RBW] Re: Best non-Nitto/VO seatpost?

On Sun, Mar 6, 2011 at 5:43 PM, cyclotourist wrote: > I have a VO 2 bolt, and it slips down the seat tube over time.  Never had > any other seatpost do that, and I don't want to have to super-crank on the > bolt to tighten it.  Thinking about selling if anyone is interested. > I had one do the sa

Re: [RBW] Grant refers to this helmet guy for some reason

On Wed, Mar 16, 2011 at 12:10 PM, Jan Heine wrote: > > At Bicycle Quarterly, we are considering looking at the statistics and > figuring out whether helmets make riding safer, whether risk compensation > really is a factor, etc. I believe there is a need for real data, rather > than opinion, on th

Re: [RBW] Grant refers to this helmet guy for some reason

On Wed, Mar 16, 2011 at 11:29 AM, PATRICK MOORE wrote: > I strongly disagree with Seth here -- no offense meant, but BQ could do a > very great service to the debate, which won't go away. > I think there is no such thing as 'service to the debate'. I do not think the

Re: [RBW] Rivendell Atlantis

On Thu, Mar 17, 2011 at 9:55 PM, Khalid Mateen wrote: > Hello everyone: > > I am new to this forum and I have a question to ask about ordering an > Atlantis.  I have taken my PBH but I am no where near Walnut Creek > California.  I am on the east coast of the US and no where near a Rivendell > Dea

Re: [RBW] Re: Rivendell Atlantis

On Fri, Mar 18, 2011 at 12:42 PM, doug peterson wrote: > Khalid: > > What size(s) are you considering?  The 58 & 61 have some overlap in > PBH & seat height.  Riv suggested a 61 for me but I'd never ridden > anything larger than a 58.  I went with 58 with a 10 cm stem & it's > been perfect.  FWIW,

Re: [RBW] FS: NS Country Bag, Ostrich Panniers, Busch+Müller top light

On Wed, Mar 23, 2011 at 1:50 PM, NME wrote: > 2. Ostrich panniers (set).  Only 1 year old, but with serious > beausage.  On one of the panniers, the metal aglets have come off the > cloth straps, so there is some fraying. Take 10 points for excellent use of the obscure word 'aglet'. well done.

Re: [RBW] Re: Largest Tire on a Rom (Ram)?

On Fri, Mar 25, 2011 at 12:53 PM, Michael_S wrote: > On my Ram, the controlling factor  is the brakes. I can fit a 37 > Pasela on the back but it won' fit on the front because of the Tektro > R538 caliper. I'm hoping some day, when I get ready to re-paint, of > adding canti studs so I can run the

Re: [RBW] Longboard fenders on a Ram

On Fri, Mar 25, 2011 at 5:27 PM, Steve Wimberg wrote: > Hi all, > > I just installed a set of Longbard fenders on my 60cm Rambouillet.  The > bottom of the front rubber mudflap is only 2 inches off the ground, which > seems low to me.  On a brief test ride this morning, I noticed that it does > ca

Re: [RBW] Re: Longboard fenders on a Ram

On Fri, Mar 25, 2011 at 6:02 PM, Steve Wimberg wrote: > Thanks for all the responses!  Good to know that it won't be a problem.  The > first brevet of the season is tomorrow! > > Here is a link for some pix.  Sorry for the crappy quality. > > https://picasaweb.google.com/swimberg/Longboards?feat=d

Re: [RBW] Re: Rivendell chicas

On Tue, Apr 5, 2011 at 12:38 PM, cyclotourist wrote: > Or as Velouria says, the Co-Habitant?  :-) > I think it is a generational thing. I've always referred to my significant others as 'the girl' (regardless of age) and I've always been referred to by them as 'the boy'. I don't think of it as di

Re: [RBW] Re: Soma/Riv Bike

On Tue, Apr 5, 2011 at 5:09 PM, William wrote: > 1.125" threadless is certainly the MOST mainstream, but I don't think > I'd advise Riv or even Soma to grow their business by becoming more > mainstream.  1" threaded is flat out better for reasons that Riv > thinks are important.  1.125" threadless

[RBW] hiawatha posters

I just got the new one back from the framers. http://www.flickr.com/photos/skvidal/5602012856/ I'll get them hung on that wall sometime soon, I swear. :) thanks to Jim Thill at HC for the posters. -sv -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bu

Re: [RBW] Re:

On Mon, Apr 11, 2011 at 10:30 AM, Rene Sterental wrote: > This would be of great utility when lifting my loaded Atlantis to get > on the train. I just grab it with my right hand by the seat tube right > above the bottle cage. Left hand on the handlebar. > > A handle would make it even easier. I'd

Re: [RBW] cycle computer

On Mon, Apr 11, 2011 at 2:41 PM, Jack Warman wrote: > A Motorola Droid X with Run GPS offers a pretty large display as well > (MyTracks is decent, too).  And, it'll play music from your handlebars and > let you call home, too.  :-) > Hi Jack, You're charging it from a dynamo? B/c leaving the GPS

[RBW] new tool rolls

Just saw this pop up on the riv website http://www.rivbike.com/products/show/sackville-mark-s-toolwrap/20-228 looks like a nice step from the burrito wrap. -sv -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send ema

Re: [RBW] Re: new tool rolls

On Wed, Apr 13, 2011 at 1:59 PM, William wrote: > That wrap is really nice, but I admit I've still got a softspot for > the original burrito wrap.  Mine I bought from Bridgestone Owners > Bunch, so it's nearly 20 years old now.  I was going to get a couple > more until I saw this.  While I think t

Re: [RBW] Re: new tool rolls

On Wed, Apr 13, 2011 at 2:16 PM, William wrote: > I agree it is a fallacy.  I was stating that is was a justification > that we run across on these boards.  But I don't think I'm necessarily > committing that fallacy.  I'll quote myself: > > "I think the Sackville one is worth $30" > > I said it a

Re: [RBW] Romulus geometry chart?

On Fri, Apr 15, 2011 at 5:11 PM, Tim Whalen wrote: > > I've searched the archives and Rivendell's site with no luck.  Anyone have a > geometry chart for the Romulus? > Thanks, > Tim > http://cyclofiend.com/rbw/romulus/romflyer/04.html and yes it is pretty much just like the boo-yay. great bike

Re: [RBW] Romulus geometry chart?

On Fri, Apr 15, 2011 at 5:13 PM, Tim Whalen wrote: > LOL!  Thanks much Seth!  Tim > and for comparison: http://cyclofiend.com/Images/rbw/ram_17.jpg seriously, get it. I bought a used frame/fork for my brother for xmas one year - and liked it enough I got one for myself, too. :) -sv -

Re: [RBW] 'Nuther new Rivbike owner intro.

On Mon, Apr 18, 2011 at 8:02 PM, Manny wrote: > Hello All, > > My name is Manny, lurked here awhile, joined this Google group, now > officially an RBW owner. Sorry, long-ish post cause I'm  X-cited! > > The good news. Thanks to an earlier post by a member searching for a > Rambouillet (in a mu

[RBW] tool roll packaging

Someone at riv must have had fun doing this one: http://www.flickr.com/photos/skvidal/5641624440 -sv -- 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 fr

Re: [RBW] Re: Anyone else have trouble measuring their PBH?

On Mon, Apr 25, 2011 at 11:43 AM, Philip Williamson wrote: > Does anyone else just measure their existing saddle height and add 10? > Seems way simpler, if you are already a bike rider. > sorta - one way I discovered I had mismeasured my pbh originally was taking a bike that is too small and rais

[RBW] Rivendell Reader Index

I was reading the knothole today and Grant was talking about an index to the Rivendell Readers. I've got most of the readers on pdf as a solstice present a couple of years back. So I was noodling around a bit and here's what I did: 1. split all of the pdfs out into per-page output 2. converted al

[RBW] Re: Rivendell Reader Index

On Mon, May 2, 2011 at 2:22 AM, Seth Vidal wrote: > I was reading the knothole today and Grant was talking about an index > to the Rivendell Readers. I've got most of the readers on pdf as a > solstice present a couple of years back. > > So I was noodling around a bit and here

Re: [RBW] Re: Rivendell Reader Index

On Mon, May 2, 2011 at 9:44 AM, Stephen S wrote: > > I scanned 36-40. How can I help? > Ideally I'd like to get the pdfs from riv that have each page as text and images not each page as one big image. -sv -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners

Re: [RBW] Re: Rivendell Reader Index

On Mon, May 2, 2011 at 10:04 AM, Stephen S wrote: > Ok thats fine. I have them in PDF if you decide you want them. They > aren't OCR'd at all they are just as big images but to be honest it > was a lot easier to read those than the ones from Riv. I don't have to > try and refigure out words that t

Re: [RBW] Re: A Riv supplement

On Mon, May 2, 2011 at 12:19 PM, Patrick in VT wrote: > On Apr 29, 7:02 pm, PATRICK MOORE wrote: > >> Now: please give me advice how to get more hoods braking power from >> the Mafac levers and the Mafac cantis? > > I heard a great story featuring Sheldon Brown's answer to this > question: > > A

Re: [RBW] Re: Rivendell Reader Index

On Mon, May 2, 2011 at 7:17 AM, islaysteve wrote: > Nice!  I hope you are able to complete the rest of the issues. > if I can find them - I will. -sv -- 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

Re: [RBW] New Atlantis

On Mon, May 2, 2011 at 4:06 PM, johnb wrote: > So I pulled the trigger on Friday and purchased a new Atlantis. In my > extended conversations with Keven and Vince @ Rivbike, they were > encouraging me to think beyond Noodle bars and specifically to the > Albatross bar. I plan to use this bike for

Re: [RBW] Re: New Atlantis

On Mon, May 2, 2011 at 5:12 PM, Bill Rhea wrote: > Hi Seth, > > I'm thinking of doing just that and would appreciate any guidance > you've got along those lines > It's really quite easy to do - davinci makes the splitters and they even make a bar-change kit whi

Re: [RBW] Re: New Atlantis

On Wed, May 4, 2011 at 11:06 AM, johnb wrote: > Thoughts on Cantilever versus V-brakes? I have a LHT with the Tektro > 720s on it and I would not get them again. I feel they are difficult > to adjust and they are okay at stopping the bike. > > Since this is a 50th b-day gift to myself, I have been

Re: [RBW] Re: Fwd: RR43 Link Update

On Thu, May 5, 2011 at 12:33 AM, Stephen S wrote: > I printed it out as a pdf and it looks good and readable to me. Some > odd issues with scaling on the bike pictures but that looks to be in > the issue. > This link works for me : > http://shade.keeptrees.com/publications/g30/TheRivendellReader/

Re: [RBW] Re: WTB: Acorn Boxy Rando bag

On Fri, May 6, 2011 at 5:15 PM, stevep33 wrote: > Does anyone have any first hand experience with a Swift Ozette? > The (sm) dimensions are ideal and the custom colors are a bonus.  Just > looking for someone to convince me to pull the trigger > I don't have one but I will say this - if you g

Re: [RBW] Color-Coordination Assistance: Which color Ortlieb panniers for the Romulus?

On Wed, May 11, 2011 at 1:41 PM, Curtis Schmitt wrote: > I'm leaning towards the orange or the yellow, what's your vote? Anyone > have a Rom with Ortliebs? > > My Romulus, palping the standard blue colourway: > https://picasaweb.google.com/curtisrschmitt/RivendellRomulus#5545475856906680194 > > Pa

Re: [RBW] Color-Coordination Assistance: Which color Ortlieb panniers for the Romulus?

On Wed, May 11, 2011 at 2:15 PM, Curtis Schmitt wrote: > Good call on the silvery-gray, Seth. The bike is parked next to me, I'm > squinting to imagine the gray panniers on there. Looks pretty good with all > of the other black and silver on the bike... I'm just worried abo

[RBW] guu watanabe bag videos

I've been following this photo stream on flickr for a long time. Guu Watanabe is a maker of custom bags using leather and canvas. He makes a lot of cycling bags as well as any other kind of bag. Recently they put up a few videos of the process of making a bag. http://www.flickr.com/photos/guuwata

Re: [RBW] guu watanabe bag videos

On Mon, May 16, 2011 at 11:56 AM, Allingham II, Thomas J wrote: > I have a small burgundy saddlebag from them (bought from Bill at Wallingford > Bikes), and it really is a beautiful piece of craftsmanship.  Easily the > equal of Berthoud, maybe better. But with Wallingford out of the line, I >

Re: [RBW] Re: Cycling Breeks aka knickers

On Wed, May 18, 2011 at 2:58 PM, Michael_S wrote: > It's probably more socially acceptable to wear knickers on the left > coast, especailly in the hipper northern cities like Portland and SF. > Down here in So Cal everybody wears lycra except the fixie kids.  I > wear knickers  anyway but prefer a

Re: [RBW] Davinci splitters for cockpit swap

On Wed, May 18, 2011 at 4:41 PM, Zack wrote: > Hey All - > > I have a Sam on the way, and am strongly considering trying to set up > the davinci splitters so that I would be able to swap between Noodles > and Albatrosses (Albabtri?).  I am going with bar end shifters and > canti brakes. > > I have

Re: [RBW] FS Rivendell Road Frame

On Thu, May 19, 2011 at 4:12 PM, Andrew wrote: > Selling my 60cm Rivendell Road frame. This was built by Joe Stark and > painted by Joe Bell. This frame would run over 3k now. TT and ST are > 60cm, rear chainstays are about 435-440mm, dropouts are horizontal. > It > has very ornate lugs and is bea

Re: [RBW] Torque Spec's

On Sun, May 22, 2011 at 12:14 PM, Eric Norris wrote: > According to Sheldon Brown,  "... Torque wrenches are never needed for > bicycle work." > Here's the full entry from http://www.sheldonbrown.com/gloss_ta-o.html > > Torque Wrench > > A "torque wrench" is a type of wrench with a built-in spring

[RBW] visit to the nitto factory

http://www.tokyofixedgear.com/ShopFeaturesDetail.asp?Bno=12 love the pictures and video. -sv -- 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 g

Re: [RBW] Re: visit to the nitto factory

On Wed, May 25, 2011 at 2:14 PM, grant wrote: > Man, this was great. Not to horn in on it by saying, "it really > captured it," but it really did. Of course/whatever I've been to Nitto > many times, and lots of other factories, too. Nitto alone seems > antiseptic and unrushed. Nothing's out of pla

Re: [RBW] bike shop recommendation in Chattanooga?

On May 25, 2011 3:48 PM, "J. Burkhalter" wrote: > > howdy girls and guys, > > I will be in Chattanooga, TN next week building up a Betty Foy for my > GF, and I'm looking for a friendly LBS in town for the those small > parts and/or tools I will invariably forget to pack and a shop for any > future

Re: [RBW] Re: bike shop recommendation in Chattanooga?

On Wed, May 25, 2011 at 5:15 PM, J. Burkhalter wrote: > Thanks Seth.  I'll check 'em out. > Ask for Justin. Tell them someone from E&H sent you there. -sv -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To

Re: [RBW] Re: WTB: Brooks B 17 (Saddle lament)

On Fri, May 27, 2011 at 5:55 PM, eflayer wrote: > i just removed a b17 from a bike and replaced it with a wtb pure v > saddle. me and my butt buddy seem very pleased at this time. we like > the b17...and we are thinking maybe the wtb is a nice alternate. > I have one of the wtb speed v saddles

Re: [RBW] Diacompe Gran Compe ENE Stem

Watch the nitto video posted last week. I think you'll want to buy from nitto after watching it. :) -sv On May 31, 2011 3:16 PM, "Minh" wrote: > Has anyone held one of these in person? I'm in the market for a new > stem and another technomic deluxe would be fine, but thinking about > other options

Re: [RBW] Nitto Touring Bar on Atlantis - First impressions...

On Wed, Jun 8, 2011 at 12:59 AM, Rene Sterental wrote: > - Standing on the pedals to climb makes it very easy to hit the bar with the > legs, but it's easy to get around it by slightly turning the body when > "dancing" on the pedals instead of pushing the bike sideways. I only do it > for short st

Re: [RBW] Re: Why Freewheels? WAS: Experiments in Rolling Resistance and Low Speed Stability

On Wed, Jun 8, 2011 at 1:49 PM, Steve Palincsar wrote: > On Wed, 2011-06-08 at 10:38 -0700, Thomas Lynn Skean wrote: >> Is it reasonable to think that a *well-built* freewheel >> mechanism would outlast at least some of the cogs? Those bearings >> don't really "bear" a lot. And who knows... even t

Re: [RBW] Re: Why Freewheels? WAS: Experiments in Rolling Resistance and Low Speed Stability

On Wed, Jun 8, 2011 at 1:58 PM, Steve Palincsar wrote: > On Wed, 2011-06-08 at 13:52 -0400, Seth Vidal wrote: >> >> Is this possible with the build-your-own cassettes that harris sells? >> >> http://www.sheldonbrown.com/harris/k7.html#sprockets > > > Those a

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: 56 cm first-generation Sam Hillborne frameset

What's the point of the house if not to hold more bicycles? -sv On Jun 9, 2011 11:18 PM, "rcnute" wrote: > I love the green. If only we weren't buying a house... > > Ryan > > On Jun 9, 8:13 pm, Forrest wrote: >> The frame shown in the photos at the link just below will be available >> next week:

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: 56 cm first-generation Sam Hillborne frameset

On Fri, Jun 10, 2011 at 12:10 AM, John Blish wrote: > There he goes, again. > What? I'm helping or something. -sv -- 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.

[RBW] sks longboard fenders on a romulus

Got the fenders in this week and I put them on the romulus today. I just about ruined my fun by cutting the stays too short but with grand bois cypres tires labeled 30mm - measured 32mm. I had no trouble getting the longboard fenders that riv sells under the brakes and clear. Worked out right well,

Re: [RBW] Re: sks longboard fenders on a romulus

On Sun, Jun 12, 2011 at 7:16 PM, LyleBogart{AT}gmail.com wrote: > Pictures are *always* good! I've been thinking about getting a set or > three of the longboards, so I'd also like to hear your feedback on the > fenders. > Here are some pics: http://www.flickr.com/photos/skvidal/tags/longboard/ a

Re: [RBW] Re: Is parting out a bike better than selling complete?

On Mon, Jun 13, 2011 at 2:21 PM, cyclotourist wrote: > "Basically brand new" and new are two different things.  Not trying to be > snippy, but he's asking too much.  Price it right and it will sell. > > Parting out will get you some more money, but time and hassle have to be > factored in.  It's a

Re: [RBW] Re: Is parting out a bike better than selling complete?

On Mon, Jun 13, 2011 at 2:30 PM, Steve Palincsar wrote: > On Mon, 2011-06-13 at 14:25 -0400, Seth Vidal wrote: >> go by a reasonable LBS that sells used parts > > Is there actually such a place? > There's a LBS in chapel hill, nc called Back Alley Bikes. I took a number of

Re: [RBW] Re: Is parting out a bike better than selling complete?

On Mon, Jun 13, 2011 at 4:41 PM, Steve Palincsar wrote: > > I don't see what else you can do but compare against a Hilsen, > especially since Rivendell seems to have lost its collective mind and > made the Hilsen (IMHO) a non-starter with that abominable double top > tube. you mean hillborne the

Re: [RBW] Wifes New Roadeo

On Tue, Jun 14, 2011 at 10:04 PM, Kelly Sleeper wrote: > Well here it is. > > http://www.flickr.com/photos/tksleeper/sets/72157626963139970/ > So first off: good choice on the white-industries bits and bobs. Those hubs and cranks look fantastic and my experience with white industries on our tan

Re: [RBW] Re: Watter bottle recommendations?

On Wed, Jun 15, 2011 at 10:54 AM, Darin G. wrote: > Those of you using the Kleen Kanteen--do they rattle around?  I > suspect there is a difference between being secure in the cage and not > making noise every time you go over a bump. > I use them in king cages and they don't rattle once you size

Re: [RBW] Rivs in the Rafters

On Thu, Jun 16, 2011 at 10:50 AM, jimD wrote: > > OK, seems to me we should all reveal what Rivendell frames/bikes we have > hanging around that we don't ride. > I confessed to having a 61 Bleriot that charitably donated it's parts to my > Saluki. > Anybody want to unburden their conscience? >  -J

Re: [RBW] Re: Hand pin-striping

On Fri, Jun 17, 2011 at 11:31 AM, reynoldslugs wrote: > Imperfection in paint and pin striping holds a lot of charm.  One of > my favorite bikes is a later model Jack Taylor.  The lug lining was > done (by hand, of course) by Norman Taylor.  Michael Lawrence located > the frame (NOS, hanging in No

Re: [RBW] Re: The bike collection (or hoard?)

On Sun, Jun 19, 2011 at 2:26 PM, nathan spindel wrote: > I've finally got my stable down to two! I couldn't comfortably fit more in my > new apartment. > > 1. Ebisu All-Purpose (58cm) - randonneuse > 2. Box Dog Pelican (60cm) - porteur/commute/touring/trails (coming soon) > The pelican has been

Re: [RBW] On cork and shellac...

On Mon, Jun 20, 2011 at 1:34 PM, Jack Warman wrote: > If I put on some cork grips and shellac them Thursday night, will they be > dry enough to ride early Saturday morning?  How about if the shellac'ing > were Wednesday night? > Inside or outside? Since i know where you live Jack, you need to ta

Re: [RBW] The bike collection (or hoard?)

On Mon, Jun 20, 2011 at 1:29 PM, cyclotourist wrote: > > http://www.flickr.com/photos/cyclotourist/437182423/in/set-72157594443171032 > > Oh, and the front half of a Co-Motion Double Espresso that will be going up > for sale in order to get a Periscope.  Anyone, anyone...? > > http://www.flickr.co

Re: [RBW] Re: On cork and shellac...

On Tue, Jun 21, 2011 at 9:21 PM, Brooklyn wrote: > Speaking of cork and shellac.. I just put some shellack on black cork > tape from Rivendell with the idea of matching my black Brooks > saddle.   However, I used Amber shellac and well it turned out not to > match the Brooks saddle, but a beautifu

Re: [RBW] Re: On cork and shellac...

On Tue, Jun 21, 2011 at 10:14 PM, LF wrote: > > > On Monday, June 20, 2011 1:34:54 PM UTC-4, Jack wrote: >> >> If I put on some cork grips and shellac them Thursday night, will they be >> dry enough to ride early Saturday morning? > > > YES. > Shellac dries quickly to the touch, but takes longer t

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