[RBW] Re: My Hunq!

2017-01-17 Thread iamkeith
Congratulations! On Tuesday, January 17, 2017 at 5:38:14 PM UTC-7, Geeter wrote: > > I would just like to introduce my new (to me) Hunq! I bought it off the > group from Seneca and it was a great transaction and I am super excited to > her on the road (and off!). Thanks to many of you who answ

[RBW] Re: Hunq-ish Romanceur build with Riv Bullmoose bars

2017-01-19 Thread iamkeith
Sorry to veer off topic, but Alex, can you tell us what size fram you have, and what your saddle height is? Looks like a medium perhaps? Did you consider the next size up and are you happy with the size you got? Nice build, btw. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the

[RBW] Re: Hunq-ish Romanceur build with Riv Bullmoose bars

2017-01-19 Thread iamkeith
Interesting comments regarding the disk brakes and fork,too, Alex. About what I'd expect. People have cited this bike as the closest manifestation of what rawland first tried to do with the ravn, but this observation says otherwise. Still, really cool bikes at a reasonable price. I dig it! -

[RBW] Re: RIVEOPARDY

2017-01-21 Thread iamkeith
Great! Can't wait for more. I've been in dire need of mental and/or intellectual and/or comedic distractions the last few days. SNL has been particulaly helpful. Happened across this clip yesterday, which might help explain the rules to those unfamiliar with the game. Good for a laugh, if not

[RBW] Montana Legislator proposed banning bicycles on all two lane roads that don't have a shoulder

2017-01-21 Thread iamkeith
That hits way too close to home. Like an hour's drive from where i am now, and where i spent a good quarter of my life, close. I do a group tour every other year or so, that often criss-crosses in and out of montana. I suspect the bill wont go anywhere for obvious legal and federal funding re

[RBW] Re: Montana Legislator proposed banning bicycles on all two lane roads that don't have a shoulder

2017-01-21 Thread iamkeith
I'm starting to fret about this, now that I've had some time to dwell on it. Such a strange political climate at the moment - makes impossible to predict what can happen. To add some Riv content, here are some photos from one of those roads that criss-crosses between Montana and Wyoming. Love

[RBW] Re: RIVEOPARDY

2017-01-23 Thread iamkeith
Doh! I said "dream" bar, as in "fewer cars would be a 'dream'." As is typically the case, i probably did much worse than i thought. https://www.google.com/amp/www.marthastewart.com/350041/gooey-coconut-dream-bars%3Famp -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Group

[RBW] Re: RIVEOPARDY

2017-01-23 Thread iamkeith
Hmmm. In the end, I only got 2 wrong, and I like my wrong answers almost as much as the actual ones. In addition to my above-mentioned reference to the dicontinued Dream Bar, did you know that the Saluki breed of dogs is genetically closer to their wolf ancestors than any other domestic breed?

[RBW] Clem Smith Jr standover?

2017-02-01 Thread iamkeith
Brochure shows it: https://drive.google.com/file/d/0Bzo7-V-zcAdRNjFld2JBLVUzY3M/view -- 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+unsubsc

[RBW] Re: Clem Smith Jr standover?

2017-02-03 Thread iamkeith
as planning, will have to think of something else! > > On Friday, February 3, 2017 at 11:45:47 AM UTC-5, Mike Packard wrote: >> >> Just measured mine on the stock tires from (Kenda Kwik Seven-5 27.5 x >> 1.75) and the brocure is spot on at 31.5 in standover. >&

[RBW] Re: Awesome new bars on Blue Lug Blog.

2017-02-08 Thread iamkeith
I'm assuming you're talking about the ones that look like moustache bars with a lot of extra forward reach in the curves, and that fit mtb style levers? Interesting for sure. I have never ordered from them but I think that, if you're in the States, it is easier to do from the fairweather sit

[RBW] Schrader OK? (Cross posted from iBob)

2017-02-09 Thread iamkeith
In some cases, if tires are stiff or if the rim profile is skinny and deep, it can be quite difficult to keep the valve stem from pushing in toward the rim, until you get a few psi built up to resist. Presta are nice because the stem is nutted in place. For every other (practical) purpose, i t

[RBW] PSA: VP Pedals on sale

2017-02-11 Thread iamkeith
I appreciate a good heads up as much as the next guy, but i do think we need to reign in the discussions about shopping elsewhere besides Rivendell - at least on this forum. As Grant put it recently (in multiple ways and places, actually), a business like theirs lives and dies with sales. --

[RBW] PSA: VP Pedals on sale

2017-02-11 Thread iamkeith
I appreciate a good heads up as much as the next guy, but i do think we need to reign in the discussions about shopping elsewhere besides Rivendell - at least on this forum. As Grant put it recently (in multiple ways and places, actually), a business like theirs lives and dies with sales. --

[RBW] Re: PSA: VP Pedals on sale

2017-02-11 Thread iamkeith
Just my thought- nothing more. Hard to express as gently as intended, over the internet and from the keyboard of a smart phone. Definitely dont mean to be critical of anyone - I'm guilty as anybody. For unrelated reasons, the recent talk about business struggles just strikes a chord with me.

[RBW] Re: PSA: VP Pedals on sale

2017-02-13 Thread iamkeith
I hope you know i wasn't trying to call you out or critcize you, Glen. I just thought it was a discussion that should be had, in exactly the polite and constructive way that it has unfolded, and for which this group is known. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Googl

Re: [RBW] Re: PSA: VP Pedals on sale

2017-02-15 Thread iamkeith
Joe, i dont mean to answer for grant, and am not at all certain there's any common thread, but thought this news story from today was interesting - about warren buffett signaling the "death of retail." Seems that even the businesses that once killed the other businesses are struggling to stay al

[RBW] Hunqapillar 650B impressions

2017-02-21 Thread iamkeith
Thanks for posting! Also for including your saddle height. So much more useful. I'd been actively watching for pictures of one of these on Riv's pages but, since i hadn't seen one, figured none had been built yet. Very glad not to see a diagatube. Any chance you could take a couple of pictur

[RBW] Re: Hunqapillar 650B impressions

2017-02-21 Thread iamkeith
Thanks much. I was just going to clarify my question, but it might be tough to answer anyway, with fenders in place. The thing i'm most curious about is the vertical clearance between tire tread and bottom of crown. On the 700c/29er hunqapillar forks, that dimension is oddly the limiting one,

[RBW] Re: Hunqapillar 650B impressions

2017-02-21 Thread iamkeith
Thanks much. I was just going to clarify my question, but it might be tough to answer anyway, with fenders in place. The thing i'm most curious about is the vertical clearance between tire tread and bottom of crown. On the 700c/29er hunqapillar forks, that dimension is oddly the limiting one,

[RBW] Re: Quickbeam chainline w/ PW freewheel?

2017-02-22 Thread iamkeith
Wally, If I understand your question correctly, you're thinking about moving the chain outward to match the chainline of the Phil hub, by using a front chainring in the outer position instead of the middle position that Quickbeams used orginally? That 'might' work fine, but it's not the easie

[RBW] Cheviot touring?

2017-02-24 Thread iamkeith
https://www.ahearnecycles.com/blog/2011/1/20/off-road-touring-mixte.html https://www.flickr.com/photos/61565718@N05/12844468614 I think a mixte would be an ideal touring bike. Don't forget you can always pull a bob trailer, too. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the G

[RBW] FS-Joe Appaloosa

2017-02-26 Thread iamkeith
Hope this isn't an inappropriate question, but is that saddle set at your proper height? If so, it looks to be an almost perfect fit, to 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

[RBW] Re: FS-Joe Appaloosa

2017-02-27 Thread iamkeith
he > onset. > > Hopefully someone will see the value in what I'm offering and buy it > quickly. Feel free to ask other questions, should you have any. > > On Sunday, February 26, 2017 at 10:55:45 PM UTC-6, iamkeith wrote: >> >> Hope this isn't an

Re: [RBW] Re: FS - 56cm Bombadil - 650B Goldilocks Bike!

2017-02-27 Thread iamkeith
Great news for all, it sounds like. And boy, oh boy - just wait. You're not even going to believe how much you like single track once you hit it with the Jones! On Monday, February 27, 2017 at 8:32:17 AM UTC-7, Tony DeFilippo wrote: > > And SOLD. Thanks for the interest REALLY, thanks for

[RBW] Re: When is a bike old?

2017-02-28 Thread iamkeith
I dont receive the misinformed "must be old" comments as often as i do the misinformed "must be heavy and difficult to ride" comments. So really thinking about this for the first time, it occurs to me that there is probably a hidden silver lining here. If average joe crook thinks my AR is just

[RBW] RB-1 vs Rivendell

2017-03-04 Thread iamkeith
I cant speak to the legolas, but have a 93 RB-1 and several Rivendells, including a Rambouillet which is closer to a traditional, quick road bike than most of the models they've made. To me, the RB and the rivs are entirely different animals, and its almost impossible to find similarities. T

[RBW] Re: cool new geometry section on rivbike.com

2017-03-04 Thread iamkeith
If that's the case (that old sizes will be phased out), I'd suggest that anybody considering an atlantis take a good look now and, if necessary, get one of the legacy sizes while you can. I agreed with many of the comments above, about the larger range of size increments being one of the atlanti

[RBW] Re: MUSA clothing for sale

2017-03-05 Thread iamkeith
Damn, that was quick. A guy's gotta be on the ball around here. -- 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.

[RBW] FS: Vintage Ibis Touring Rivendellized 21.5"

2017-03-06 Thread iamkeith
Gawd, that's beautiful. Wish i could afford it. -- 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 th

[RBW] Re: Remember Good People, Steel is Real!

2017-03-09 Thread iamkeith
Did his helmet survive? ;-) -- 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

[RBW] Re: Remember Good People, Steel is Real!

2017-03-09 Thread iamkeith
I meant that as a joke. I was in santa monica in '74, doing similar things, and realize there were no helmets. If we got hurt, we were taken to the doctor riding in the back of a wood-paneled station wagon, with no seat belts. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Goo

[RBW] HiRiser?

2017-03-09 Thread iamkeith
I got one. Planned to install it on a 90s norba mtb with a short/low head tube. Fyi, its a nice stem, butit didn't quite work. Or it worked, but was funny looking on that bike is more accurate. The quill is really long, so a lot stuck out, even inserted as far as possible. I think it will w

[RBW] HiRiser?

2017-03-10 Thread iamkeith
Eamon, I've found clamp-on cable hangers that are 22.2 diameter, to fit the quill. Sits right above the headset lock nut and looks perfectly fine. Versions that fit the steerer tube, under the locknut, are more common but the others are out there. -- You received this message because you

[RBW] Advice on herd thinning (or, scheming to get another bike)

2017-03-17 Thread iamkeith
1. Sell the bombadil. As noted, it's too big for you, to be used as intended. 2. Don't buy the joe. It's too small for you. 3. Buy one of the new 56cm hunqapillars, and have it painted silver for the extra $100. It is exactly the right size for you, chainstays have crept up in length (maki

[RBW] Re: Advice on herd thinning (or, scheming to get another bike)

2017-03-17 Thread iamkeith
I guess i glossed over the part about wanting to use drop bars. Given that, the smaller joe might make sense than the hunq. For some reason (based on nothing but speculation) I don't think of the joe as a drop bar bike. For what it's worth, i'm an n+1 guy too, and the thing that has so far kep

Re: [RBW] Re: Reminder: Rivendell Road Standard FS

2017-03-20 Thread iamkeith
Yes, but Eric's appears to have vertical dropouts! (Unlike the one currently on ebay, that's closer to my size but $1,000 more and not built as nicely.) If this one was my size, nothing in the world could keep me from un-stucking that stem, at this price. I can't believe nobody's bought yet,

[RBW] How to clean Ortliebs?

2017-03-20 Thread iamkeith
Ok, disclaimer first: i have no experience with ortliebs, so test first. If not mistaken, the fabric is very similar to dry bags which are similar to raft material, both of which i DO have a lot of experience with, as a whitewater boater. The best I've found is 303 brand cleaner and, especial

Re: [RBW] Re: Reminder: Rivendell Road Standard FS

2017-03-21 Thread iamkeith
https://groups.google.com/forum/m/#!topic/rbw-owners-bunch/6Ba1GhqSHq8 -- 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...@googlegro

[RBW] Atlantis Bars: Drop or Moustache?

2017-07-27 Thread iamkeith
I move my hands around constantly. So "both." It took me a LONG time to dial in moustache bars, finding the right stem, but it sounds like you'd be a good candidate if you can make 'em work. The main thing i'd say is not to shy away from that 'stretched out' position - or at least don't preclu

[RBW] Re: Rambling Interview with Grant: Trail, Women's bikes, Low gearing, Current Reading, Etc

2017-07-28 Thread iamkeith
Between these two threads, i think the group might be zeroing in on what grant is talking about, but i'm guessing that distribution of weight to the handlebars is the bigger issue, and that front center measurement is only one part of that equation... and that it is too simplistic to be the main

[RBW] Clem H with drop bars?

2017-07-29 Thread iamkeith
Do a forum search using the terms "clem," "drop bar," and "zed martinez." He gave it a good effort, chronicled his experience in detail and, i believe, ultimately decided against. I think riv discourages the idea, too. Top tube length is obviously the issue, and there could of course be excep

Re: [RBW] Saluki Links

2017-08-03 Thread iamkeith
Bill made me spit coffee out my nose. Thanks alot. The Saluki in question appears to be from early in the run, before tektro made the rivendell-requested 559 sidepull brake, so it has cantilever brakes. That, and possibly some different lugs, is a difference. Normally i like cantis but, in th

[RBW] Re: Roadini!

2017-08-03 Thread iamkeith
You must have adequate standover clearance then. -- 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 th

[RBW] Re: Hunqapillar or Appaloosa?

2017-08-05 Thread iamkeith
I dont think anybody suggested this yet but if, and ONLY if, one of the Clem Smith Jr. frames fit you well, that could be a best of both worlds option. It has the longer top tube similar to the hunq. (better for flat or swept back bar options, less toe overlap issues if riding on trails or slow

[RBW] 59 vs. 52 Clem L

2017-08-05 Thread iamkeith
Jay, i dont recall how tall you are, but i'd be careful regarding that logic, if your goal is to not have an upright position. If you are between sizes, the longer top tube will almost certainly force you to use reach-back bars like boscos. Those put you quite upright on their own. Then, add

[RBW] Re: 59 vs. 52 Clem L

2017-08-06 Thread iamkeith
Regarding "not getting one yet, and keeping it on the radar": The subject line of the recent newsletter said "last of the Clems," but then never elaborated in the newsletter itself. If you think you want one, I'm thinking it might be good to do so sooner than later, or at least ask riv what th

[RBW] Re: Roadini Sizes

2017-08-07 Thread iamkeith
https://youtu.be/w2X3vVMdh-s -- 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

[RBW] Re: Jan's Yellow Rivendell

2017-08-15 Thread iamkeith
I guess i don't see how that could be considered a high or artificially driven-up price. It's still considerably less than any current, lugged production frame - US or otherwise - and, in near perfect condition, has just as much life left in it. It's also historically significant and more uni

[RBW] Re: Jan's Yellow Rivendell

2017-08-16 Thread iamkeith
On Wednesday, August 16, 2017 at 8:55:17 AM UTC-6, rw1911 wrote: > > Jan did very well for himself. I submit > http://www.ebay.com/itm/112439926538 where the buyer got a very nice > build for a true steal of a price. Agree - that's a screaming deal. I kind of wish I'd seen that one and cou

[RBW] Re: [BOB] ISO: 9 cm Ritchey stem (again), black, but this time +/- 17 degrees; wee little container for loose allens

2017-08-26 Thread iamkeith
I use drawstring crown royal bags - for almost everything - out of decades-long engrained habit. So at any given time my saddle bag will have three or more in it as sub-organizers: camera, lighting system, wallet & cell phone, patch kit and tools. At home, other bags contain pocket knives, firs

[RBW] Re: Anyone tried a Copenhagen wheel on their Rivbike??

2017-08-26 Thread iamkeith
Riv built up one of the rosco bubbe bikes with one, and posted pics on the blog or instagram or something. Perhaps a year or less ago?... -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving ema

[RBW] How Do you like the XD2 wide/low double crank RBW sells?

2017-08-31 Thread iamkeith
It's the later, and it is beautifully made. As Riv says, much nicer than anything you should expect to still find in this day and age. -- 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] Re: Cheviotlantis

2017-09-01 Thread iamkeith
Actually, it says free shipping anywhere in US. I looked too, but can't afford at the moment. You, however, are out of excuses. ;-) -- 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] Re: 2.35 inch tires on Atlas rims

2017-09-04 Thread iamkeith
"It is kinda funny though how one day they recommend this, then another day they recommend that, and every day is different !  Thank goodness there is only one this and one that and one day , it keeps things looking "normal" !  😁" I think that the big thing that's changed is the quality and supp

[RBW] The humble axe

2017-09-17 Thread iamkeith
Interesting news fluff story today. I guess the BBH store was just a wee bit too ahead of its time. Always surprises me, the things that become fashionable: Bury the Hatchet: The Humble Ax Becomes Hip http://nbcnews.to/2fbjAuZ -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the

[RBW] Pre-Solstice Ride: Roadside Fauna

2017-09-21 Thread iamkeith
Equinox. Very pretty nonetheless, and makes me jealous. It's already snowing, here in Wyoming. :-( -- 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-own

Re: [RBW] OT: know anything about motorcycles?

2017-09-29 Thread iamkeith
I have no idea why, but I have my eye on a Yamaha TW200. "Low & slow," lightweight, easy to handle, high floatation tires, seems ideal for exploring without a lot of impact or obnoxiousness. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group.

[RBW] Re: 56 650b Hunqapillar arrived.

2017-10-01 Thread iamkeith
Thank you for posting. It's been hard to get pictures of these. Can you us what the saddle height is in your photos? Congratulations, btw! On Sunday, October 1, 2017 at 7:51:57 PM UTC-6, MountNormal wrote: > > Howdy folks, > So the 56 650b Hunqapillar arrived! I've attached a couple of pic

[RBW] Re: 56 650b Hunqapillar arrived.

2017-10-02 Thread iamkeith
On Monday, October 2, 2017 at 6:53:38 AM UTC-6, Chris Lampe 2 wrote: > > Is the tire clearance maxed out with those 2.4's?I recently rode some > 27.5+ and they were amazing. > >> >> I'm kind of curious about this too - though from a fender-ability question as much as from a bigger tire

[RBW] Re: 56 650b Hunqapillar arrived.

2017-10-02 Thread iamkeith
You posted photos as I was typing my question. Thanks again. Indeed, it looks like the fork crown is STILL the limiting factor. Curious On Monday, October 2, 2017 at 8:50:41 AM UTC-6, iamkeith wrote: > > > > On Monday, October 2, 2017 at 6:53:38 AM UTC-6, Chris Lampe 2 wrote:

[RBW] Autumn bike camping trip

2017-10-03 Thread iamkeith
Your life is pretty damn nice at the moment! Did you think the hunquapillar was appropriate, and did you miss the ice cream truck at all, for carrying everything? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this gr

[RBW] Re: 60cm Rambouillet

2017-10-18 Thread iamkeith
Remember that Rams had relatively short top tubes - roughly a half cm shorter than, say, a current Roadeo or Homer of comparable size. So a 62 ram had a 59 top tube, whereas a current 61 Homer also has a 59 top tube. And, when you factor in typical tire sizes, the standover height is 1.82cm (3

[RBW] Re: Who's ridden a Steamroller and can compare to the Quickbeam?

2017-10-20 Thread iamkeith
I know it's not quite the same thing, but there's always the option of a white industries eccentric eno hub. Works on ANY riv frame. There was a blug entry or reader article or something, that specifically said that this was the reason Rivendell is unlikey to do any more single speeds (of cour

Re: [RBW] Who's ridden a Steamroller and can compare to the Quickbeam?

2017-10-20 Thread iamkeith
Here's another thought, prompted by eric's comment: One big issue with larger Surly frames like the 62 you're contemplating, at least to me, is poor fit due to too-short head tube/stack height. For some reason, as great as their bikes are, they refuse to proportionally scale these dimensions

Re: [RBW] Rivs with the Jones Loop/Bend H-Bar (Map/Ahearne too)

2017-10-22 Thread iamkeith
Second eric's suggestion of the surly open bar. It's kind of awkward looking too, but a really nice width and shape in use. At least it's 25.4, and you could always wrap it in bar tape. SOMA has a new bar called the Osprey, that is available in 25.4 and silver finish, albeit the cheap "shot

[RBW] Trigger shifters on swept-back bars - Jones or others

2017-10-24 Thread iamkeith
Melanie, do those shifters detach from the mounting clamp? If so, I'm wondering if something like this would work, on the straight section near the stem clamp: https://paulcomp.com/shop/components/sram-shifter-adaptor/ These are 31.8 and possibly sram specific, but i can't believe someone hasn

[RBW] Trigger shifters on swept-back bars - Jones or others

2017-10-24 Thread iamkeith
Clayton, how did you get the clamps past the bend on the choco bar? Could you share pictures? -- 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-bu

[RBW] Trigger shifters on swept-back bars - Jones or others

2017-10-24 Thread iamkeith
Couple more thoughts, Melanie: I'd forgotten about a very short-lived experiment i did with trigger shifters on an albatross bar. Ironically, on the same bike i now wish to try boscos on now, i posted pics in this thread a couple of years ago: https://groups.google.com/forum/m/#!topic/rbw-own

Re: [RBW] Rivs with the Jones Loop/Bend H-Bar (Map/Ahearne too)

2017-10-26 Thread iamkeith
Damn, that's a nice looking bike! Looks like it fits well, too. I don't usually like black components. But that is a tasteful combination. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving e

[RBW] Re: Thoughts/considerations for Clem as daily do-it-all bike?

2017-10-28 Thread iamkeith
I think you've gotten your answer, but wanted to add my vote that you absolutely want the 52. No question. I think it would be almost perfect, which makes you very lucky because the limited number of sizes can be a problem. Im 6'1 1/2" with a 87cm pbh, and my 59 is marginally too big. Reach i

[RBW] Re: Found Stolen Riv in LA - Help me find the owner!

2017-10-29 Thread iamkeith
You are a true gem, Philip. I learned recently that there is a Rivendell Owner's page on facebook, too. It's a closed group, so you won't be broadcasting to all of facebook. Might be worth a try as well. On Sunday, October 29, 2017 at 9:42:43 AM UTC-6, Philip Meyer wrote: > > Hi All, > > I'

[RBW] Re: Winterizing Ideas?

2017-11-05 Thread iamkeith
Have you considered just buying an additional bike for winter use? In the end, it might not cost much more, would probably be less hassle, and would help preserve your precious Hunquapillar by sparing it from harsh winter riding conditions. Used fat bikes are unbelievably cheap these days. I

Re: [RBW] Re: "We’ll have “classic” single speed frames again...."

2017-11-10 Thread iamkeith
You didn't actually ask a question. ;-) But from my observations, I think Riv has always correlated fatter tires with larger loads. Or at least a propensity for a rider to try to haul more than they should. So i think that if a particular model is designed for unloaded, fast riding and uses

Re: [RBW] Re: "We’ll have “classic” single speed frames again...."

2017-11-12 Thread iamkeith
On Friday, November 10, 2017 at 11:03:50 PM UTC-7, Ian A wrote: > In that case, why do models like the Rodeo and Blue Lug SS need to have more > limited clearance than, say the Hillborne, considering they all can use the > same model of long reach brakes? > > IanA/Edmonton Canada where wider tir

[RBW] Hunqapillar

2017-11-12 Thread iamkeith
Agree that the appaloosa is not comparable, with it's smaller tire clearance. The ability to fit a 2.5" tire, with fenders, is what sets the clem and hunq apart. If one of the clems fits really well, I'd have a hard time telling someone they would should get a hunq. But don't compromise if it

Re: [RBW] Re: "We’ll have “classic” single speed frames again...."

2017-11-14 Thread iamkeith
On Tuesday, November 14, 2017 at 5:55:49 AM UTC-7, Belopsky wrote: > > Anyone think this could work? 120mm O.L.D. > https://janheine.files.wordpress.com/2013/09/hub_gb_hf_5sp_6sp.jpg > > Could use spacers and the like if you want to run a true single speed > setup or could maybe make a 5speed w

Re: [RBW] Re: "We’ll have “classic” single speed frames again...."

2017-11-15 Thread iamkeith
On Tuesday, November 14, 2017 at 5:37:31 PM UTC-7, Belopsky wrote: > > From what Grant's written about the coming bike.. "• 120 rear spacing, new > rear dropouts---track style...two eyes for rak & fendr. No der tab. Angle > like Quickbeam's, long, too." it may work > > > Judging by the number o

Re: [RBW] Re: "We’ll have “classic” single speed frames again...."

2017-11-15 Thread iamkeith
By the way, I think I saw Grant say that the chainstays on the Blue Lug single speed frames are going to be fillet brazed at the bottom bracket (?) I'm sure that adds to the cost a bit but, in case anybody doesn't think it's worth it or is bothered by the idea of a non-lugged connection, here'

Re: [RBW] Re: Pashley Guv'nor 22.5"

2017-11-21 Thread iamkeith
Damn, I wish this was a 3-Speed. Somebody from the flatter parts of the country should snag this deal. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rb

[RBW] Re: May be a dumb question but if you've shortened your bars once can you do it again?

2017-11-21 Thread iamkeith
A suitable pipe cutter is going to be cheaper than the bike shop labor - especially in these days of Chinese imports. For me, that's always a no-brainer rationalization for owning a new tool. Next time it will be free, plus you'll have it available for plumbing projects, too! FYI, using a p

[RBW] Re: May be a dumb question but if you've shortened your bars once can you do it again?

2017-11-21 Thread iamkeith
Give the wider bar some time. I can almost promise that, after you get used to it, you will never be able to use narrower bars again! Part of the reason this works is because the new geometries are so much better than the old NORBA ones. On Tuesday, November 21, 2017 at 11:17:05 AM UTC-7,

[RBW] Re: re bar-end shifters on dirt-drop handlebars

2017-11-28 Thread iamkeith
My preference for "normal" dirt drops like the WTB and Nitto ones, is aligned with the flare of the bar - so rotated a bit from vertical. Part of the reason for the flare is that it more closely mirrors the natural angle of your grip. If you rotate the bar-end shifters vertically, you have

[RBW] Re: re bar-end shifters on dirt-drop handlebars

2017-11-28 Thread iamkeith
ction is similarly flared outward, EXCEPT that the very end is bent back toward parallel with the bike frame, to solve the problem I mentioned. On Tuesday, November 28, 2017 at 8:48:16 AM UTC-7, iamkeith wrote: > > My preference for "normal" dirt drops like the WTB and Nitto ones, i

Re: [RBW] Re: Roadinis could be arriving any day now?

2017-11-29 Thread iamkeith
I'm curious about Don's comments regarding tire clearance. Does the Roadeo really have more chainstay clearance than the Rambouillet? It sure doesn't look like it in the last thumbnail image currently on the website. I'm also not sure this is the critical area - I would have guessed that the

Re: [RBW] Re: Roadinis could be arriving any day now?

2017-11-29 Thread iamkeith
( I meant to say R-539 brakes on both of the above instances - not 533 ) -- 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...@googleg

[RBW] Re: From Schwivendell to Rivwaukee (Rivay-wah-kay) aka Chasing a Unicorn?

2017-12-01 Thread iamkeith
Hmmm... First of all, congrats on the family! As it turns out, I have a well-used 60cm Quickbeam that I've been considering putting some love into, including a new paint job. One of the things that's kept me from doing so is the thought that, if I'm going to go to the trouble, I should really

[RBW] Re: FS: 1995 58cm Rivendell AllRounder $2000

2017-12-01 Thread iamkeith
All of the first gen All Rounders had 26" wheels. Toward the end of the model's run (early 00s), frames this size and larger moved to 700c. (I think Grant mainly liked the proportions better.) Prior to that, there just weren't wide enough tires available for the big wheels. 26" still has a l

[RBW] Re: Homer and Sam $100 price difference

2018-11-24 Thread iamkeith
I would assume that it's because of the fillet-brazed 2nd top tube. Same with the MIT Atlantis. That probably adds more than $100 actual cost but, since it's only on the larger frames, it is ammortized over the full range of sizes so that there isn't a "penalty" for taller riders. (But don't

[RBW] NAHBS Gus photos

2019-03-21 Thread iamkeith
Bike Rumor posted a few photos from the Rivendell booth: https://bikerumor.com/2019/03/16/nahbs-2019-pursuit-cycles-dean-titanium-don-walker-rivendell-shamrock-cycles/ Posted 8:39 am, Mar. 17, 2019 -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch

[RBW] Re: Gus, Susie, or Wolbis?

2019-04-25 Thread iamkeith
04/25/19 Didn't Grant once say that the fillet brazed version of Gus was going to be limited or first-run thing only? I recall the phrase "..at least at first." I wouldn't be surprised if the special edition Susie and Wolbis were fillet brazed, and then Gus stays around as a longer-running,

[RBW] Re: NBD for my daughter

2024-10-13 Thread iamkeith
Congratulations! I hope she loves it. Regarding the headbadge, I'm pretty sure Rivendell HQ will sell you one. You may even have a choice between bronze or pewter color, since they made both and picked colors at random. At that time, they came loose in the box, and the owner was supposed to

Re: [RBW] Orthos

2024-10-11 Thread iamkeith
On Friday, October 11, 2024 at 8:05:09 AM UTC-6 eric...@gmail.com wrote: Hello — I've been running my Orthos for over a year with a 26.0 Technomic, no slippage. I've long suspected what Brian Turner confirms: The widest Toscos are quite similar to the Orthos. One more confirmation. I act

[RBW] Re: Blue Lug shipping increase + incidentals

2024-10-11 Thread iamkeith
You can turn the hardware around and install the struts on the inside ot the tabs at the rack, I think. The struts might have to be more precise in length, and not able to protrude through the bolts as far. It would just take a moment to try it On Friday, October 11, 2024 at 6:48:00 PM UTC-6

[RBW] Re: FS: Ibis Hakkalugi (og steel) + extras

2024-10-03 Thread iamkeith
Oooh. Someone is going to get lucky. That's one of the favorite bikes I own. I agree that it's too small for you though. I'm the same size, and think my 58 is even a little small. Regarding decals, I wrote to the Chuck Ibis site a couple of times, and recieved replies from Scot himself! Th

[RBW] Re: The new Atlantis is goiong to be a damn hillibike monster!

2024-10-18 Thread iamkeith
nless that is canceled out by the slacker head tube causing the bars to come back more toward you? (Apologies for subjecting you to my thinking-out-loud process...) On Friday, October 18, 2024 at 3:08:09 PM UTC-6 iamkeith wrote: > I spend a lot of time looking at geometry charts. Not becaus

[RBW] Re: Chain length

2024-10-18 Thread iamkeith
Oops. That's how I set up my 1x12 Shimano mountain bike drivetrain. (Big/big+2links.) Hasn't given me any trouble Unless bending the derailleur hanger when I got a branch stuck in the rear wheel was related - but I think that would have happened no matter what. On Friday, October 18, 20

Re: [RBW] WTB: 650b Wheels for Susie

2024-10-19 Thread iamkeith
ider tires is > mostly overblown, for what it's worth: > Crust rims are 30mm external width, 26mm internal > Velocity Cliffhangers are 30mm external, 25mm internal > > On Saturday, October 19, 2024 at 3:08:32 PM UTC-4 iamkeith wrote: > >> Crust just sent out a restock email

[RBW] Re: The new Atlantis is goiong to be a damn hillibike monster!

2024-10-18 Thread iamkeith
t just works better with the way I ride these days On Friday, October 18, 2024 at 8:35:22 PM UTC-6 Dan wrote: > I’m curious to know if the 2025 Atlantis has changed much from the > previous one. For some reason, I thought it always had a slack-ish head > tube angle? > > On Satu

Re: [RBW] WTB: 650b Wheels for Susie

2024-10-19 Thread iamkeith
Crust just sent out a restock email on those wheels yesterday. Evidently, the rims are wider than the previous version, so they might actually work on a Susie, depending on what tires you intend to run. If you want to take full advantage of the clearance, you probably still want Cliffhangers,

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