[RBW] Re: Rambouillet conundrum

Sounds like you know what you like and the Ram is not it. I would sell it. There may be no mystery to solve. Not every bike is for every person. > > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop rec

Re: [RBW] Re: Nanoreview, Barlow Pass 700x38C on Dyad

sbad Ca. > > On Saturday, April 5, 2014 3:16:16 PM UTC-7, Brian Campbell wrote: >> >> >> <http://i91.photobucket.com/albums/k292/bylar13/Mobile%20Uploads/6D5E5CA7-9D38-4E6A-BBBE-B1761EE72D5A_zpsgwpwtmbv.jpg> >> Mine measure Just shy of 37mm ay install on VO Raid rims.

Re: [RBW] Contemplating 1 x 9 drivetrain

As someone who has a 29'er MTB w/ a 1x9 drivetrain (32 front 11-34 rear), I say keep the inner ring. You don't have to shift if you don't want to but if you need it, you will have it. I am in southeastern PA, where the mountains pale in comparsison and on a couple of all day rides where I bonke

Re: [RBW] Re: Sam Hillborne Frame Fitment Update

I am 190 and running my Barlow Pass tires at 65 rear and 60 front. I may try an go a bit lower to see if things get better (they areally nice as is). It is all pretty subjective when it comes to preference. Start somewhere, keep track and experiment. Road surface, conditioning, length of ride,

[RBW] Re: Barlow Pass - using it, liking it

Using and liking very much! http://i91.photobucket.com/albums/k292/bylar13/Mobile%20Uploads/84DE92E2-5591-4D04-B8CB-1375D7BFD0C5_zpseivmwlsw.jpg -- 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] Re: Chain lube/wax

For winter/wet weather riding, I mix automatic transmission fluid and 10w30 in an old Tupperware container and immerse the chain for a minute or so and agitate. I then hang the chain over the container and let it drain completely back into the container and wipe off any excess. Sure it gets dir

Re: [RBW] Re: Drum Brakes and Dynomos

If flashing lights are a problem. I would skip a dyno for lights. Long, slow climbs will cause the light to pulse at low speed . Mayberry get a dyno hub and use it to charger a set of back up batteries? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bu

Re: [RBW] FS: 60cm Quickbeam / 60cm Calfee Luna Pro

Can't see pics On Sunday, April 27, 2014 6:47:33 PM UTC-4, Steve Palincsar wrote: > > On 04/27/2014 06:07 PM, Jim M. wrote: > > My recent practice has been that if I buy a bike, I sell two. I bought > > a bike, so I'm selling two. At this point, I better not buy any more > > bikes because I

[RBW] Re: Bike for Catie

Heavy! On Wednesday, April 27, 2016 at 2:04:51 PM UTC-4, masmojo wrote: > > Sure, then join us on the Klunkers FB page! ;-) -- 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, se

[RBW] Re: painted braze on

+1 and buy the full set. On my AHH I over-tightened the rea rack and stripped out one of the eyelets. I have tap set (with the handle!) and was able to re-tap to M6. It is good to have tools. On Wednesday, April 27, 2016 at 7:03:16 PM UTC-4, Bill Lindsay wrote: > > Go to your hardware store and

Re: [RBW] Re: [BOB] Bike for Catie

Can & Should are different paths.I had commented "heavy" earlier regarding the weight. As a father of a 10yr old girl and a 14yr old son, I have seen, first hand, the difference bike weight makes in my kids desire to cycle.I am not weight obsessed but I don't want to pay a penalty either. M

Re: [RBW] Re: Cheap Clem substitutes?.

Something like this with a different stem & bars. http://www.ebay.com/itm/Trek-930-/141974914561?hash=item210e5d4601:g:vrsAAOSw8RJXDO-K The bb height if its an issue, can just be accounted for with a slightly lower saddle height. Put a bash guard on in place of the outer ring or leave the chain

[RBW] Re: Talk to me about bottom brackets

Phil Wood! ;-) On Monday, May 2, 2016 at 1:27:48 PM UTC-4, Mark Reimer wrote: > > Haha! I'm terribly curious how you'll determine who qualifies as a "newbie > with romantic/retro sensibilities but no experience with this kind of BB." > > You know, up till this moment I had zero interest in cup an

[RBW] Re: Conversations with Grandma

The worm is the spice, the spice is the worm!. -- 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 thi

[RBW] Re: Conversations with Grandma

Now THAT sounds like my grandma! On Monday, May 2, 2016 at 3:43:53 PM UTC-4, Deacon Patrick wrote: > > Tequila! > > On Monday, May 2, 2016 at 1:28:11 PM UTC-6, Brian Campbell wrote: >> >> The worm is the spice, the spice is the worm!. >> > -- You rece

Re: [RBW] Re: Talk to me about bottom brackets

bearings never last more than a winter. They > are not suitable for cold and wet climates. And don't get me started on > their free hubs hah > > On May 2, 2016, at 12:48 PM, Brian Campbell > wrote: > > Phil Wood! ;-) > > On Monday, May 2, 2016 at 1:27:48 PM UTC-

[RBW] Re: New Roadeo

Beautiful Riv! We should do a SE PA (and anyone else who wants to come along )non-race oriented ride. I am in Chester County and would be happy to host something. There seem to be a number of us in the great Philly area. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Gro

[RBW] Re: Schwalbe Marathon appreciation

I always really liked my Schwalbe Marathons. That said, I like the Compass Barlow Pass more. I am not necessarily convinced by all of the testing done on any tire. I just wanted to try them and support somebody who I thought was doing a good thing for bike rides by having them made. I don't know

[RBW] Re: Schwalbe Marathon appreciation

I would say "No". I think they are fantastic tires but if you are expecting a "life changing" event you, may be setting yourself up for a disappointment. I notice a difference but I am also expecting it. On Friday, May 6, 2016 at 1:51:01 PM UTC-4, Ginz wrote: > Mike, > > You are tempting me t

[RBW] FS: Acorn Tall Rando bag w/ VO 1" Decaleur $185

I tried this on my wife's bike and my bike and we realized we are not "front load people". Has about 6 or 7 rides on it. Never in the rain and all of the leather bits have been treated with Obenauf's, Comes with the VO Decaleur and 2 mounts. I patched the holes from the first installation with

Re: [RBW] FS: Acorn Tall Rando bag w/ VO 1" Decaleur $185

I hope so! On Saturday, May 7, 2016 at 11:06:30 AM UTC-4, Curtis wrote: > > This will not last long. > > On Saturday, May 7, 2016, Brian Campbell > wrote: > >> I tried this on my wife's bike and my bike and we realized we are not >> "front load people&

Re: [RBW] FS: Acorn Tall Rando bag w/ VO 1" Decaleur $185

SOLD! On Saturday, May 7, 2016 at 1:36:14 PM UTC-4, Brian Campbell wrote: > > I hope so! > > On Saturday, May 7, 2016 at 11:06:30 AM UTC-4, Curtis wrote: >> >> This will not last long. >> >> On Saturday, May 7, 2016, Brian Campbell wrote: >> >>>

[RBW] Re: Carry a Multi-tool or loose tools, and why?

I ditched the front bag and Nitto rack. I was able to get everything I may actually need in a medium size Acorn seat bag. I found having lots of bike luggage encouraged me to carry lots of non-essentials, as a contingency for situation that might happen On Tuesday, May 10, 2016 at 9:25:32

[RBW] Re: Trimming a Fender

What width is the fender? Ben's cycle sells Berthoud fender stays/. You could buy one attach it to the front of the fender and use the eyelets on the top f the front drop out to secure it. I did that with my VO venders and it works great. On Tuesday, May 10, 2016 at 1:00:42 PM UTC-4, Kevin Lind

[RBW] Re: Trimming a Fender

Mine looks like this: -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owner

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

I have the VO's on my Hilsen, which replaced a narrower set of Honjo's. I did think the Honjos seemed to be higher quality(subjective) and they seemed to be easier to install. One thing I would reccomend with either is using the Berthoud stays to mount them. I think they work better and they ar

[RBW] Jan's Appaloosa

Pics of the build for my wife's new Appaloosa. Tape in honor of the late Prince. https://flic.kr/s/aHskzHMauB Brian Hanson Seattle, WA Bike Blog <http://www.stonehog.com> @stonehog stonehogboɥǝuoʇs -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "R

[RBW] Re: Thinking of a Riv

I have had an AHH for 5 years now. I love the bike. It has been built up in many configurations and handled all of them very well. Currently, it is set up for Commuting/Road/Rando riding. All in minus. repair kit it, weighs 24.9 pounds (lights/fenders/ pedals/ water bottle cages and Brooks b17

Re: [RBW] Thinking of a Riv

Tim, Here are some pis for comparison. My AHH as currently configured: I have used 46cm Noodle bars for the last 6 years. I recently switched to a set of Compass Rando bars 42cm and the bar shapes are

Re: [RBW] Thinking of a Riv

Thanks! On Saturday, May 28, 2016 at 3:21:37 PM UTC-4, WETH wrote: > > Wow, Brian, that is a beautiful bike. I am used to seeing lovely bikes > here, but yours is really eye catching-the color, bar tape, etc. > Nice work. > Erl -- You received this message because you are su

Re: [RBW] Thinking of a Riv

On Saturday, May 28, 2016 at 10:23:35 PM UTC-4, Tim Butterfield wrote: > > Brian, > Beautiful bike. Thanks for the front look at the bars. Now that I see the > angle, I'm not sure I would want the inward tilt on the tops. I may prefer > flat tops also. Is there a different

Re: [RBW] Re: Thinking of a Riv

A nice tarp and lock will suffice. I wouldn't worry too much about that aspect of things. Interenet forums/ lists are full of arm chair (and real) engineers. Half of the the fun of bikes for them is getting to solve problems that they create. With a tarp and a lock the bike will outlast most fo

Re: [RBW] Re: Thinking of a Riv

I have had good luck with this bag: http://www.acornbags.com/products/medium-saddlebag?variant=1113866272 Holds repair kit, food, phone, rain shell and there is still some room to spare. I did a 200k with this bag and was never thinking I needed to be carrying more. On Tuesday, May 31, 2016

Re: [RBW] Re: FS 59cm Rivendell Rodeo

Beautiful bike! Good luck with the sale. Should you reach a point where the frame/for? headset shipped become an option, please contact me. On Thursday, June 2, 2016 at 9:08:28 PM UTC-4, Bruce Smitham wrote: > > Thanks Esteban. > > On Thu, Jun 2, 2016 at 1:48 PM, Esteban > > wrote: > >> That's

[RBW] Re: VO Grand Cru Bag

Looks like a good option. I have an Acorn bag that is similar in size and works without a decaleur. I like mine. I say go for it. I have never liked Rivs option for a handle bar bag because it sits up high. On Friday, June 3, 2016 at 9:26:01 AM UTC-4, Call Me Jay wrote: > > Any feedback on the b

[RBW] Re: FS 59cm Rivendell Rodeo

Believe me, if I didn't have a complete, 10 speed index Shimano set up w/bars, saddle & wheels and no frame, I would have purchased it already! On Friday, June 3, 2016 at 11:34:55 AM UTC-4, boomer wrote: > > This is a duplicate post from the "bob" forum. As predicted, a lot of us > would want t

[RBW] Re: Lake Tahoe 72 mile ride succesfully completed!

Awesome! Way to go! On Sunday, June 5, 2016 at 9:53:10 PM UTC-4, René wrote: > > Hi all, > > I'm exhilarated at having completed the 72 mile bike ride around Lake > Tahoe today! I was quite apprehensive last weekend, but then took control > over my negative thoughts and decided to just ride it a

Re: Brake squeal (segway from: [RBW] Thinking of a Riv)

Switch to black Kool Stops. Less grabby and less squeal. On Sunday, June 5, 2016 at 3:50:36 PM UTC-4, Patrick Moore wrote: > > I don't use centerpulls, cantilevers, or V brakes, and the only rim brakes > I have are high quality, cold forged single pivot sidepulls (wait -- the > very possibly not

[RBW] Re: Wald Basket??

Well I think there may be a market for a Nitto derived, Wald basket attaching system. Shiny, expensive and over-engineered of course! If not Nitto, perhaps Velo Lumino? ;-) I have my medium Wald basket, zip tied to a Nitto rack but remove the entire rack when I don't want to use or need to us

Re: Zip ties (WAS Re: [RBW] Re: Wald Basket??)

I am pro glue and anti zip tie, when it comes to wires on a bike. I am pro zip tie when it comes to attaching a Wald basket to a Nitto rack. I do realize that I probably best represent what is wrong with this country today;-) On Thursday, June 9, 2016 at 1:41:23 PM UTC-4, Bill Lindsay wrote

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

I say buy the VO fenders but use the money saved to buy the Berthoud mounting stays from Ben's cycle. The weigh less (not much), have a lower profile on the out side of the fender (less chance for toe overlap) and to my eye look less obtrusive than VO or Honjo mounting hardware. The Honjo fend

[RBW] Re: How do you glue wire (from a light) to a rack?

I use the "shoe goop" method as explained by Anton of Velo Lumino (a.k.a somerville bikes). I forgo the tubes and just glue the wire to the bike. I hold the wire flat with blue painters tape and then glue the wire (not the tape!) let the glue cure and remove the tape. It keeps wires flat agains

[RBW] Re: New Sam-haver with rack questions!

+1 This is your best low cost option. On Friday, June 17, 2016 at 11:15:31 AM UTC-4, David Banzer wrote: > > Soma makes an aluminum front rack that would fit the bill - it's a good > platform for a Wald basket. > David > Chicago > > On Friday, June 17, 2016 at 7:46:12 AM UTC-5, Jon Craig wrote: >

[RBW] Re: Covered Bridge Metric Century, Lancaster PA 8/21

Gonna try and get there this year On Thursday, June 23, 2016 at 4:02:26 PM UTC-4, Lungimsam wrote: > > I'm hopefully going. > -- 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,

[RBW] Re: The 10 most beautiful bikes

Should be titled "Ten Least Relevant Bikes" On Friday, June 24, 2016 at 1:02:42 PM UTC-4, Bill wrote: > > Beauty is in the eye of the beholder, and the only beauties for me on that > list are the Pashley and the WBR Buffalo. > > My list would be called "Ten Beautiful Bikes" (forget the 'most' pa

[RBW] Re: Show Bill your British Racing Green Bike.

This bike is green and it is from Great Britain. It is not British Racing Green and no zip ties were used in its construction: -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Gro

[RBW] Re: Extent of thread chasing necessary on new Riv frame

FWIW, I had to have my AHH and my Hunqapillar's seat tubes reamed. Both were were really tight and scratched the daylights out of any post I installed. A couple of minutes with a reamer and all is well. On Saturday, July 2, 2016 at 10:07:05 AM UTC-4, Bob B wrote: > > Thanks Keith and Kevin, > >

[RBW] Re: Head scratcher: How to teach stop signs

I am with Rene. As an adult, who understands the traffic laws in PA, I have had more near misses at 4 way stops signs than any other place I can think of. The combination of distraction, speed, confusion and ignorance of the law, makes them an area ripe for trouble. I have related the story be

Re: [RBW] Re: WTB Mark's rack!

On Tuesday, July 12, 2016 at 9:19:03 AM UTC-4, Tim Gavin wrote: > > That's a good suggestion, Garth. > > The only other difference (as far as I know) between the M18 and M1 is the > M1 also has a plate on the front to attach a light. > > Regardless, many prefer to use a strut (commonly made fr

Re: [RBW] Anyone using this Ti lock? How you like it?

Using a portable grinding wheel makes the discussion moot. They are all easily defeated. Here in Philadelphia, that is the standard tool for serious bike thieves. Using multiple locks can slow down a thief or make your bike look unattractive compared to another, easier target, -- You received

[RBW] Re: Less expensive 650b alternatives to Compass/GB tires?

Unfortunately, you can't use someone else's experience and equate it as equal to your own experience. Maybe skip the indian buffet lunch for a month or two to offset the cost of tires you know you like vs. the ones you don't know much about? ;-) -- You received this message because you are su

[RBW] Re: Atlantis update - latest configuration

Nice update. I am glad to hear things are working for you. I too, had a bear of a time getting those Compass Rando bars and Nitto shims installed in a 26.0 stem. There was much cursing, fretting about scratching and ultimately, scratching. Turns out, I did not like the Compass bars more than my

[RBW] WTT/WTB: Ergon Bio Cork Size large

Looking for a set of these in size large, non-grip shift. Let me know and 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.

Re: [RBW] Re: Atlantis update - latest configuration

have to try the 41 Noodles. The ones I > used (and still have for sale) are the 48. > > On Mon, Jul 25, 2016 at 9:12 AM, Lungimsam > wrote: > >> Cool update! >> Have you used Noodles before? Interesting to see which hou like better, >> And Brian chimed in. >>

Re: [RBW] Re: Are there a lot of Roadeos out there?

Add a set of lighter, alloy fenders, saddle bag of your choice and sell off bikes that duplicate. I have my 61cm AHH down to 24.9lbs with fenders, lights, dyno hub and fenders. I am using 38mm tires. It is light enough to feel fast and not overly heavy while climbing. The fenders and lights make

[RBW] What'r ye runnin' yer Compass Stampede Pass tire pressures at?

Running my 38mm Barlow Pass ELs at 45 front, 50 rear. I am 185lbs. Rims are Mavic Open Pros. -- 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

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

These look to be in ballpark https://www.ebay.com/itm/Tektro-R737-Long-Reach-Road-Caliper-Set-47-57mm-Silver/174333486467?epid=1137973691&hash=item289715e583:g:NUMAAOSwelhe-1or If On Tuesday, July 28, 2020 at 1:37:13 PM UTC-4 Patrick Moore wrote: > This just in: Fixed loosening locknut probl

[RBW] WTB tall, vintage 26" cantilever frameset + requesting Rat Trap Pass reviews

I have a 22” 1986, Schwinn Cimarron frame and fork. Fork is a lugged unicrown and the frame is a mix of fillet brazing lugs an an ovalized top tube. Rear is 130mm headset is 1”threaded. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To un

[RBW] Re: Converting a Legolas from threadless to threaded/quill

Maybe have a local builder replace the existing steerer tube with a longer, threaded version? On Thursday, August 13, 2020 at 8:16:32 AM UTC-4 Tom Goodmann wrote: > This is a great bike, and not so easily found; and with the help of a > local friend from this list, the cockpit fits me well at t

Re: [RBW] Re: Who is using bike lights?

In addition to using a generator powered headlight and taillight in "always on mode", I also use one of these: https://www.rivbike.com/collections/odds-ends/products/miny-mini-mine-reflecto-triangle-minny I have had more than one passing driver mention that they noticed it. On Friday, August

Re: [RBW] Re: Who is using bike lights?

have no proof of any of this, just an observation. On Friday, August 21, 2020 at 7:33:09 PM UTC-4, Patrick Moore wrote: > > Brian: Sincere question: Was this during the day that drivers noticed this > so well? > > On Fri, Aug 21, 2020 at 3:44 PM Brian Campbell > wrote: > &g

[RBW] Re: shimmy 71.5 head angle

Headset installed correctly? Fork bent? Too much weight in the front? Weight too high on the bike? Lightweight tubing that flexes too much? Saddle height too high which generates a rocking motion and destabilizes the bikes center of gravity? On Monday, August 31, 2020 at 1:54:05 PM UTC-4, Sam P

[RBW] Re: Do you leave it alone...or must you monkey?

I bought both of my Riv's(AHH & Legolas) as frames only. I like swapping things around and trying different configurations. I have the Legolas dialed in pretty much and am now on to finishing a stem/brake lever/fender adjustment on the AHH which will have it set for a while. That said the AHH

[RBW] WTB: TRP Drilled Brake Levers

Hi all. If anybody has any to sell, please get in touch. 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.c

[RBW] Re: WTB: TRP Drilled Brake Levers

ot 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 receiv

Re: [RBW] Re: WTB: TRP Drilled Brake Levers

Damien, Thanks for getting in touch. Sure. What were you thinking? On Thu, Sep 17, 2020 at 10:24 AM Damien wrote: > Brian, I have a set of brand new never used drilled silver with gum hoods > if interested > > On Wednesday, 16 September 2020 at 22:36:25 UTC-4 Brian Campbell wrot

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

I am interested! On Sunday, September 20, 2020 at 8:38:02 PM UTC-4 Brady Smith wrote: > For a shorter ride, here's the Half-Dirty Populaire: > https://ridewithgps.com/routes/27124941 > > On Sunday, September 20, 2020 at 7:08:56 PM UTC-4 John Hawrylak wrote: > >> Roberta >> >> The Cranbury 200K i

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

Very nice! On Sunday, September 20, 2020 at 8:59:10 PM UTC-4 Paul Brodek wrote: > Took a little while, but I finally landed Ray Foss' '98 Custom Starck-Riv > Road frameset. Ray got it from the original owner, but with many other > awesome mounts to choose from, Ray never managed to build it up.

[RBW] WTB: Paul Touring Cantilever Brakes

Howdy all. Wondering if anyone might have two wheels-worth of Paul Touring brakes in Silver they are looking to re-home? Please let me know and thanks! Brian Berwyn, PA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To u

Re: [RBW] FS Rivendell Sackville Tool Roll

Rats! If anyone else has one for sale, please feel free to let me know! On Wednesday, October 14, 2020 at 12:03:05 PM UTC-4 nus...@gmail.com wrote: > Sold! > > > On Wednesday, October 14, 2020 at 9:53:55 AM UTC-6, Nikko in Oakland wrote: > >> I’ll take it! PM coming. >> >> Sent from my iPhone >>

[RBW] Re: Fender clearance

Not an expert but it looks good to me. Seems you are right at what I would consider minimal clearance. On Thursday, October 15, 2020 at 10:16:52 AM UTC-4 Sam Perez wrote: > I have a steel frame that was designed around a 650x42 tire, I wanted to > go a little wider fir more buoyancy.so I tried

[RBW] Re: WTB: Paul Touring Cantilever Brakes

Brakes acquired. Thanks! On Monday, October 12, 2020 at 10:24:23 AM UTC-4 Brian Campbell wrote: > Howdy all. > > Wondering if anyone might have two wheels-worth of Paul Touring brakes in > Silver they are looking to re-home? > > Please let me know and thanks! > > Brian

[RBW] Re: Handlebar bags

This bag from Velo Orange might work if you hang it on the front. These are made for VO by Roadrunner. I have one on my AHH and really like. My AHH has drop bars so this might not work. https://velo-orange.com/collections/bags/products/mini-rando-handlebar-bag?variant=33683680428169 On Friday,

[RBW] My First Riv - c.2016 Sam H - Help needed for Newbie

Hi all, Long time lurker here. I just purchased by first Riv frame. It's a c.2016 Sam H 51cm. I'm looking to build this out to be solid all-rounder, keeping very classic styling w/ all its parts. Wanna avoid snake oil purchases– will spend $$$ where truly needed. Also– will be doing my own a

[RBW] Re: My First Riv - c.2016 Sam H - Help needed for Newbie

Hi Bill, Thanks for the notes– very appreciative of the time you took to reply. - Dumb mistake on the tires– didn't realize the thickness of those. Just saw the 27.5 and immediately thought oh this will fit 650b. I'll go with 650b x 38– that should be thick enough to get most things done for

[RBW] Re: cold weather winter riding tips

Fenders, lights, removable layers of clothing and a place to hold them on the bike. I am in SE PA On Wednesday, November 11, 2020 at 8:56:19 AM UTC-5 br...@onenaturellc.com wrote: > I'm curious to know what old time riders used to do to ride in sub 40 > degree f weather. I figure my fellow riv

[RBW] Re: Running a Mark's rack/basket....AND a handlebar bag?!?!?!

Why have the bag there at all? On Sunday, November 8, 2020 at 8:47:01 PM UTC-5 bjmi...@gmail.com wrote: > Yeah...for the little I'm carrying in the basket, I'm probably being > overly cautious insisting on trying to find a permanent place for the > strap. > On Sunday, November 8, 2020 at 6:38

[RBW] head badges

Hi allin my stable of bikes I have a Bob Jackson touring. As you may have heard, they are closing up shop. I managed to buy a cast head badge for my bike to replace the decal, and i noticed the head badge on my Rivendell Quickbeam is attached with some sort of adhesive (i think...)...

[RBW] Re: "Cross-training" for cycling: walking? Also: Inexpensive but large and practical backpack?

This post is much like your post about needing to eat so you don't bonk while riding but that you don't like to eat before you ride... FWIW, I cracked 3 vertebrae while sledding with my kids in 2008. Back pain entered my life afterward and like you, I didn't "like" to exercise. I rode my b

[RBW] Re: Ideas needed for offseting front rack from exposed cable

Roberta, What front bag is being used? On Wednesday, November 18, 2020 at 3:44:24 PM UTC-5 Roberta wrote: > Does anyone have suggestions for something to "offset" a front handlebar > bag from rubbing on the front exposed cable? > > With John H's help, we found this > https://www.benscycle.

Re: [RBW] FS: Revelate, SKF, XTR, Nitto, Velo Orange, more!

I would like the Shimano Thumb shifters if still available. Can't seem to contact you off list on my iphone. On Sunday, November 22, 2020 at 6:31:41 PM UTC-5 esoter...@gmail.com wrote: > > The Velo Orange and the Blackburn racks are sold. > > On Nov 22, 2020, at 14:40, esoterica etc wrote: > >

[RBW] Re: FOR SALE: NITTO S83, Continental Tires, Carradice Bag

Hi. I would like the saddle bag. On Tuesday, November 24, 2020 at 7:15:16 PM UTC-5 RDS wrote: > See pics at link > https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1fa0woQ5CT1ZrVdPOsqz0iJ7KvAlYtxj8?usp=sharing > > On Tuesday, November 24, 2020 at 7:14:20 PM UTC-5 RDS wrote: > >> For sale .. ships from Geo

[RBW] Seattle Snow Commute

, but I think I was going faster than most of the cars I saw on the road :) Riv content - this set has some fall commute pics of the Hilsen... http://www.flickr.com/photos/stonehog/5197783254/ <http://www.flickr.com/photos/stonehog/5197783254/> Brian Seattle, WA -- You received this me

Re: [RBW] Re: Seattle Snow Commute

Now here's a testament to the bike commute. I just talked with a co-worker who left before me to take the bus (faster than cars in weather like this), and she just got home 5 minutes ago. Granted she went 25 miles to my 10, but 5 hours vs. 1 hour. Yikes... Brian (happy to be a biker) H

Re: [RBW] Re: Seattle Day-After-Thanksgiving Riv Ride

Tom - it sounds like we're meeting at Zoka at 11am. On Wed, Nov 24, 2010 at 1:10 AM, Tom McDonald wrote: > Either Herkimer or Zoka works for me. 9AM? > > If the roads are icy, how about sticking to the Burke Gilman north and > back? > > Tom > On Nov 23, 2010 10:21 AM, "rcnute" wrote: > > I ha

Re: [RBW] Re: Seattle Day-After-Thanksgiving Riv Ride

ww.flickr.com/photos/stonehog/sets/72157625349766689/ Thanks for the great conversation today! Brian Hanson On Fri, Nov 26, 2010 at 4:35 PM, awilliams53 wrote: > Seattle Day After Thanksgiving and Big Melt Ride report here. > > > http://awilliams53.blogspot.com/2010/11/day-after-

Re: [RBW] Re: My first new Rivendell (ok Hillborne)

nd out what to do with it. You have the same issue if the surface is slippery - a slight touch on less powerful brakes can wipe you out. Gotta learn to feel your brake control. It's like throttle control on a motor bike. I guess we could also argue that all brakes are an eyesore (like the fix

Re: [RBW] Re: Dec. SoCal Rivendell Ride - Dirt Mulholland/Bay Cities Deli

http://peterwhitecycles.com/chainrings.asp He has some 56BCD chainrings. I have an older Suntour XC Pro crank that I need to order up a 56 for, as well... Brian Seattle On Sun, Dec 12, 2010 at 7:57 PM, cyclotourist wrote: > I was wondering why you didn't show up! > > A 20T mig

[RBW] Seattle New Years Day Ride

;ll say 11:11am? There's some nice bike parking at the nearby R&E Cycles, too. Since we're a week out, we can play the route by ear - perhaps north this time? It's bound to be a chiller... Brian -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RB

[RBW] Re: Seattle New Years Day Ride

One more call out for the Seattle New Year's Rivish ride tomorrow. Time: 11:11am 1/1/11 Place: Herkimer Coffee in the U district (http://bit.ly/dZWDXJ) Plan: Ride north on the Burke until we get cold, grab coffee, and turn around. Weather: Clear! Brian On Sun, Dec 26, 2010 at 11:08 PM,

[RBW] Re: Seattle New Years Day Ride

is becoming the usual on these rides. http://www.flickr.com/photos/stonehog/sets/72157625725360094/ Brian -- 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.

Re: [RBW] Re: Goals for 2011:

1. Stretch more 2. Get rid of tendinitis so I can bike more 3. Work on building a new shop in the new house so I can work on the bikes in style 4. Do some mountain rides 5. Re-discover mountain biking with my 8 yr old! Brian H -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the

Re: [RBW] Re: Gray Whale 200K

As a former Minnesotan, I completely understand :) No need to join anything to have fun on a bike. Keep riding! Brian Now a Seattlite On Tue, Jan 4, 2011 at 5:47 PM, EricP wrote: > Our brevet society is fairly new (2008?). And one needs to be a > member of the Twin Cities Bicycle Clu

Re: [RBW] Re: Do Employers Encourage Bike Commuting? (Was Rivbike Editorial)

We used to have at least one female commuter, but it's mostly guys. While biking is not promoted, it is part of our company culture, and at least 2 execs bike including the CEO. Brian Seattle On Mon, Jan 24, 2011 at 12:14 PM, William wrote: > It's between 25 and 35 miles from my

Re: [RBW] Re: Nitto Front Racks

I've got the Honjo 45s on my Hilsen 700c. They are long, and I have them back a bit more than yours. No problems - just watch the curb drops - pull up on the bars a bit... http://www.flickr.com/photos/stonehog/sets/72157625750853504/with/5326051940/ Brian Seattle On Wed, Jan 26, 2011 at

[RBW] 26 inch light?

I've been running Big Apples on my winter commuter, and I love the cush ride. I'd like to compare the ride to a lighter 1.5" (38) or 1.75" (42) tire Can anyone recommend a 26" tire for commuting that is like a Hetre or Jack Brown Green of the 26" world? Brian

Re: [RBW] Re: 26 inch light?

Jim - what's the Kojak like on a wet commute? I'm a bit wary of using a "slick" in the rain. I won't be on dirt much, just city streets. Brian On Thu, Jan 27, 2011 at 11:43 AM, Jim Thill - Hiawatha Cyclery < thill@gmail.com> wrote: > My favorite is the

Re: [RBW] Re: 26 inch light?

n the cush on this bike. Brian On Thu, Jan 27, 2011 at 9:03 PM, Jim Thill - Hiawatha Cyclery < thill@gmail.com> wrote: > I have about 1600 miles on the Kojaks in a variety of non-winter > conditions, including hundreds of miles of gravel, and have not had any > issues with tra

Re: [RBW] Heron Road

If it's this: http://seattle.craigslist.org/see/bik/2188933678.html and you got it for that, you are one happy guy! Brian - dejected in Seattle On Sun, Jan 30, 2011 at 11:01 PM, rcnute wrote: > Just found my best Craigslist score ever. Photos tomorrow. > > Ryan > > --

[RBW] FS: VO Constructeur Front Rack, Big Apples, Noodles

some extra air. Nitto Noodle 46cm Bars - got these used, and never came to terms with them. In good shape. $50 Let me know off list - I prefer paypal - we may have to talk shipping as I don't know rates/best practices... Brian Seattle -- You received this message because you are subscribed

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