[RBW] Re: Compass 26" tire vs. Soma New Express 26" tire.

I bought a pair of the 1.75" Compass tires last year when I built up my All Rounder, and have maybe 1000 miles on them at most. My only other tire experience on this bike is with some to some continental tour-rides of the same size. However, I do have regular 700c Paselas on my quickbeam and m

Re: [RBW] Appaloosa Prototype on Blug?

By "octopus" stays, are you guys referring to the twin, Joe Breeze-style diaga-tubes? If so, I agree that those were much more beautiful on Liesl's frame, than the single diagatube.Seems like it could potentially save MORE cost too, by eliminating one big and rather intricate lug. On We

Re: [RBW] Re: Appaloosa Prototype on Blug?

On Wednesday, March 12, 2014 12:58:00 PM UTC-6, Matthew J wrote: > > There is no way a frame can be designed to work well with multiple wheel > diameters. A bike designed with a specific wheel size range in mind will > work best with that wheel size range and design. > Well as I see it, t

Re: [RBW] Re: Appaloosa Prototype on Blug?

Funny you should mention that. From what I understand, the technology of the Avid mechanical brakes hasn't changed a bit since they were released, and the BB7 is still always held as the benchmark. However another rumor I'd heard recently - yet again fueled by fat bikes - is that TRP is rele

[RBW] Re: Riv-esque Bike shops in Portland?

My Rambouillet was originally sold at Coventry Cycles when they were a Rivendell Dealer, and I bought my All Rounder at Sellwood Cycles. Both great shops, both pre-date the current hipster culture, bike-as-fashion-statement movement that some people associate with Portland today. Also, don't

[RBW] Re: Fully Riv'd Santana Touring Tandem

William, I sent you an email yesterday - very interested. Check your email for contact info. Just want to confirm a couple of dimensions. On Thursday, March 13, 2014 3:13:57 PM UTC-6, William! wrote: > I've come to the painful realization that our tandem needs to go. The bike > was lovingl

[RBW] Re: New version of the AllRounder?

Scott, In addition to the options mentioned above, you might look at the Rawland rSogn. It's a 650b - so not quite as small of a wheel as you're after, but I've always heard it described as very similar to the original Rivendell All Rounder - if not directly attributing it as the inspiration

[RBW] Re: New Bike Day - Lavendar Saluki!

Congratulations! The color grew completely on me, just in the time it took me to read your blog entry. Enjoy it. On Friday, March 21, 2014 9:46:11 PM UTC-6, Tony DeFilippo wrote: > > http://dr2dc.blogspot.com/2014/03/new-bike-day.html > > I'm quite satisfied to say that I've introduced another

[RBW] FS 50 cm Silver Quickbeam -$1500

I call dibs for Manny. But im traveling and cant figure out how to pm him on my cell phone. Anyone else... -- 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] Re: Talk to me about bottom brackets

White Industries & Phil are my favorites too, though I have too many bikes, so I find I can justify the cost only for my best and most utilized bikes. For those, I've never regretted the cost or felt they were overkill. Not mentioned yet is that they are really LIFETIME parts , since the bear

[RBW] Re: My 1x8 Clem

Looks fantastic, Bob. I agree with the thought that the Bosco bars would work better with more angle. I have some of the non-bullmoose version, and they automatically ended up that way. Still - your bike looks so perfect, I wouldn't change anything. If you don't mind me asking, what is y

[RBW] Shout out to Riv/Grant in today's Paul Component newsletter

I hadn't realized that the Paul Racer was actually created because of a request from Grant. Below is content (hope it views properly). Includes a link to a related video for project inspiration. The Racer Brake Making the Classics Even Classier We’re a bike component company for people with tr

[RBW] Re: Quickbeam rebuild for light-loaded road touring: your thoughts, experiences & assitance?

Just wanted to add some data to what Bill says here, in which he is totally correct: Suntour cranksets are some of the best ever in my opinion, but remember that they produce an extremely narrow Q-factor, and require a longer spindle than just about anything else out there. Not sure which mod

[RBW] Re: Quickbeam rebuild for light-loaded road touring: your thoughts, experiences & assitance?

Looks like I was typing my last reply just as you were sending yours, Jeremy, so we addressed some of the same things. Sorry. As to the issue you raised about quick releases - yea, that's something I wish I had too, and I know I'd use the gears (and therefore bike) more if I didn't have to ca

[RBW] Re: Quickbeam rebuild for light-loaded road touring: your thoughts, experiences & assitance?

On Thursday, May 5, 2016 at 1:54:00 PM UTC-6, Jeremy Till wrote: > > The stock drivetrain setup was 40/32 on the crank (40t and chainguard on > the 110mm spider, and 32t on the 74mm spider), with just a 18t freewheel > out back. Finding a 32t 74mm chainring may prove difficult, it's not > som

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: Clem Smith 52cm Offroader

On Saturday, May 7, 2016 at 11:19:26 PM UTC-6, Patrick Moore wrote: > > Is this the consensus among Clem owners who have ridden the Jones? I'd be > interested to hear more about how they compare. > > > Back to Clem: I particularly am interested in how it does on dirt; not > necessarily tight, te

[RBW] Re: Experience with mini "half clips" ?

One word of caution: I haven't tried the steel MKS ones, but have tried both plastic ones and a couple of different sizes of Bruce Gordons. In both cases, they were too short. In other words, they didn't allow my toes to slide in far enough forward. Bruce offers extra-large ones, which is

[RBW] Re: eCLEM

I probably SHOULD be disgusted but tinkerer, ex-motorhead in me is really intrigued. I have an old fat bike frame that I daydream about trying this with. Please let us know how well it works. Good on you for taking the chance and opening yourself up to critique, if nothing else! On Sun

Re: [RBW] Re: RBWHQ spy report

This makes sense, but I could see why it would matter less for a tandem. For simplicity, imagine a rider on a single bike that sits exactly half way between the axles. A 1" vertical bump at the rear wheel would be felt as 1/2" at the saddle. But on an imaginary tandem with equal 1/3 spacing

[RBW] Re: Spikes, Pedals, Shins

Man, you describe me and my struggles to an absolute T: Clipless are still best for long rides; but I don't use a bike nearly as often if so fitted; I enjoy platform pedals most of the time; but am scarred, scabbed and bloody all summer long. I got all the way to shin bone last year. I'm act

Re: [RBW] Re: Spikes, Pedals, Shins

Maybe your problem is you need better shoes to use with your cleats. > > > > On 05/23/2016 05:21 PM, iamkeith wrote: > > Man, you describe me and my struggles to an absolute T: Clipless are > still best for long rides; but I don't use a bike nearly as often if so > fi

[RBW] Re: Spikes, Pedals, Shins

Ryan, Perhaps this is what you were saying, but have you tried replacing the sharpened screws on the Vice pedals with standard, M4 hex bolts. If you could find a bolt that stuck up just 1 to 1 1/2 mm above the platform, it may be "just enough" grip, without being too sharp. Here's a good illu

[RBW] Re: Spikes, Pedals, Shins

Well, I posted that last question as you were posting. Ironic timing. I'm still curious how a regular bolt would work, though, rather than none at all. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and

[RBW] Re: VO heads up

> ...but figured if VO is discontinuing it, there's probably a reason why - > I don't want to find out what that reason is. > You had me worried for a moment, but I don't think these items are being discontinued - just trying to generate some sales on slow movers or get rid of overstock t

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

Bunch o' clowns, but here you go. As much as I do like the color, I think "one" is probably enough. Some day I'll paint the QB. On Thursday, J

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

Damn, Frank. Since I might be one of the few odd ducks on this board who recognizes how special it is, I should say it: That McClung is stunning and you are a lucky man and I am jealous. Are you in Colorado, or did you just "know?" On Thursday, June 9, 2016 at 7:04:21 PM UTC-6, frank_a wr

[RBW] Re: New Hunq 650b

I'm with you, Bill. But based on those other rumored sizes, it sure seems promising that a 56 or 57 might be in the works. I've complained so loud and for so long about that size being missing (I even had a pre-sale locked in when the model first came out, but backed out over concerns), that I

[RBW] Re: New Bike Day - Hunqapillar FINALLY!

Stunning! Looking forward to hearing your imressions of the loop bar on that frame -- 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] Has RBW been arund long enough to have a "Renaissance?"

Not all Japanese fabrication is better. Only the stuff that comes from the city of Toyo. -- 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+u

[RBW] Re: Long Chain Stays

"Mature" as in "not something you'd expect to be resolved in a prototype" ? Or "mature" as in "good questions, and of course you can" ? On Wednesday, June 29, 2016 at 6:02:49 PM UTC-6, BenG wrote: > > I specifically asked Keven if I could still lift the front end up a curb > on this long bike b

Re: [RBW] Re: Custom queue

You are clearly missing and needing a "long" bike, but the new XL Clem will get you that, without going custom. -- 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

Re: [RBW] Re: Rivs on the Great Divide Route?

Glad Zach posted that! I saw this on a news feed early this morning, and immediately thought about your (Mark's) upcoming trip as well. (Oddly, It was all over the British news, before anything hit the National U.S. news) You're right about bearspray being no use in a bag. One of the account

[RBW] Smaller Riv sizing

How tall are you, Andrew, and do you have a notion about your proportions? Long limbs / short torso, vice versa, long legs only, etc. And your PBH, of course. This would help give you better feedback. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners

Re: [RBW] Smaller Riv sizing

I don't have any rivs with the 6 degree top tube (other than the clem which is different because it only comes in three sizes which are thus meant to take a HUGE range of riders for each), but my gut says that 56 would indeed be too big for you. That size is directly comparable to the 61cm, 3

Re: [RBW] Smaller Riv sizing

I don't have any Rivs with the 6 degree top tube (other than the clem which is different because it only comes in three sizes which are thus meant to take a HUGE range of riders for each), but my gut says that 56 would indeed be too big for you. That size is directly comparable to the 61cm, 3

Re: [RBW] Smaller Riv sizing

Funny - it might be my selective memory but I kind of recall that, in years past, it was the exact opposite: I seem to remember lots of people saying "Riv told me to get a bigger size than I'm used to, and now I wish I would have listened." I think the shift to the "expanded sizing" & more slo

[RBW] Some things change, some stay the same

She's beautiful. Some things are just so much better than bikes. -- 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: Pokemon Go!

How hilarious to see this thread, just an hour after installing the ap and having just gotten back from a ride around the block hunting with my 9 year old. In our case, he was navigating from the rear of a cargo bike, while I did the pedaling, though. Guess I'll have to give up my phone perio

[RBW] Re: Pokemon Go!

Wow, our society can be pretty depressing at times. The experience we had this morning was disturbing in a different way, though I'm sure it was less orchestrated. I wasn't going to share but now I think I should, in case it serves as another useful, cautionary warning for other parents: Of

[RBW] US bicycle "comeback"

Nothing earth shattering,but interesting article from BBC and British perspective: How the humble bicycle is making a comeback in US cities - http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-3677895 -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group

[RBW] Rosco Bubbe #3

Nice, Frank. Can i ask how tall you are, and your saddle height? Hard part of jumping on these is not knowing if it'll fit and, especially, not knowing whether or not a future version might fit even better. Looks to me like youre making this one work despite being on the tall side though. --

Re: [RBW] Re: New Hunqapillar frame geometry

So it looks like it’s official! Has anyone local to RBWHQ seen a sample frame or drawings for the new 56cm Hunq?! This has been my dream Riv for many years, but I’m having trouble visualizing it now that it has 650 wheels. I guess I’m not blindly and ignorantly opposed to the idea li

[RBW] Re: New Hunqapillar frame geometry

In that case, you might also consider a "last chance" 54? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To p

[RBW] Re: New Hunqapillar frame geometry

Sorry, my internet is down due to wildfire, so im posting from my phone. That last response was meant for chris, in case it wasnt obvious -- 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

Re: [RBW] Re: New Hunqapillar frame geometry

Deacon Patrick, im sure you're probably right. I like my 26" road bike for the exact reasons you mention. So as my default, hybrid, spontaneous grab-and-go, do everything bike (which is what i've wanted this for), 650b might be good. Its the smoothing of rough surfaces that really appeals to

[RBW] Re: Roadini

> He was never a believer in long stays either - until fairly recently. It's > not like it wouldn't make total sense as more Rivs are being front loaded, > including a lot of the staff. I don't foresee going completely low trail, > but I wouldn't be surprised if it was more mid to mid-high tra

[RBW] Re: Roadini

Oddly, other than that "one groovy feature" part, Grant's description sounded to me like he was describing the Rambouillet to a T. It also originated as a way to bring a Riv road bike to the masses at a more affordable price point. My hunch is that this might be the one model that you'd be har

[RBW] Re: Roadini

I think the Heron might have been a QBP joint venture (?), but the Ram was definitely sold as completes in various bike shops. Here's the brochure: http://www.cyclofiend.com/rbw/rambouillet/rambflyer/index.html -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW

[RBW] WTT: Bags & rack, grid-grey for olive. (Possibly WTB/FS)

I HAVE the following new, unused items: - (1) Sackville Happisack (at least I don't think it's a "medium" because it has a single top strap, but I've had it a while). *Grid grey*. - (1) Sackville small Trunk Sack. *Grid grey*. - (1) Nitto 32-F front campee rack. I NEED the following items,

[RBW] Re: WTT: Bags & rack, grid-grey for olive. (Possibly WTB/FS)

Clarification: I said I'd entertain a Bagabond bag instead of the Happisack. I meant Bagboy, and actually think I'd prefer it. I will trade straight across, even though the Happisack costs more. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch"

[RBW] Re: WTT: Bags & rack, grid-grey for olive. (Possibly WTB/FS)

Update: Sold the grid-grey bags as a set, so I guess I'll just wait until Riv re-stocks and buy new olive ones. I still have the Campee front rack if anybody needs one or has a Mark's rack to trade. Both are nice but, if your bike fits the Campee, it's really the nicer choice: Fewer parts,

[RBW] Re: Rambouillet as Tourer

I've linked to this archived page from Peter White during numerous similar threads, but it's still there and still relevant. Good synopsis of the difference between the Ram and Hilsen when they were simultaneously available: https://www.peterwhitecycles.com/rambouillet.php *"These two frames

[RBW] Re: Best saddle for very upright posture?

I actually don't think Selle Anatomica would work well in an upright position. I've got them on almost all of my bikes now. I don't ride in an "agressive," level-back posture - more like 55 degree forward lean in most cases, and the saddle is great for this. Any more upright than that, it wou

[RBW] Re: Rivendell MTB sold on EBay

I didn't get it, but tried and was only out-bid by a bit. I'd really love to see some more pictures too, and learn more about the geometry. The whole disapointment in not getting it now has me wishing there was still a comparable 26" Riv bike available. Is it my imagination, or was it once an o

[RBW] Re: Rivendell MTB sold on EBay

Mountain frame is here: > > http://www.cyclofiend.com/rbw/gen1/#mtnframe > > (and there's a link there to a thread about the "Generation 1" frames.) > > - J > > > > On Sunday, July 8, 2012 9:44:40 PM UTC-7, iamkeith wrote: > > > ... (I know that the mt

[RBW] Re: mechanical issues

Excuse sloppy post from phone keyboard: ive, a couple of times found squeek at bb due to bb mounting threads - particularly the kind with sepparate retainer cups like phil. Remove, clean threads, re-install with teflon plumbing tape , instead of lock-tite. -- You received this message becaus

Re: [RBW] Re: Quickbeam/Simple One dropout question

The White Industries double freewheels use 8-speed chains, which opens up the half-link option, in case it doesn't work otherwise. -- 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

[RBW] Re: What is a mountain bike?

On Monday, December 9, 2013 1:09:14 PM UTC-7, Montclair BobbyB wrote: > > I love what Surly is doing with the 29er+ bikes (Krampus / ECR), except > I'm not a big fan of the slightly slack headtube angle (69.5 degree)... > maybe Surly is concerned about toe overlap (with those gargantuan tires

[RBW] Racing Sucks

Thought many of you fellow un-racers might appreciate this as much as I do: http://surlybikes.com/blog/post/racing_sucks -- 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: Racing Sucks

I guess I took it as pretty tounge-in-cheek. Spending as much time reading forums as I do, that are all way less civil than this one, I've probably forgotten how to be offended - though I can see how many would take it that way. It's DEFINITELY generational, however - which, though I didn't sa

[RBW] Re: What is a mountain bike?

On Tuesday, December 10, 2013 12:16:08 PM UTC-7, Mojo wrote: > > Interesting the iamkeith found the Krampus to be "nimble." > > I actually haven't tried it. This is just what others seem to be saying - like Eric, above. (maybe this is what you meant, t

[RBW] Re: FW: For Sale; Tom Ritchey fillet brazed LONG Frame, Fork, HS

Don't know if he'll answer, but I can tell you that he doesn't have it. because I bought it. If it makes you feel better, it wasn't quite the deal I'd hoped it would be. (Not airing a grievance here - no real foul or harm done, considering the price.) If you or Marc or anyone else is in

Re: [RBW] Re: FW: For Sale; Tom Ritchey fillet brazed LONG Frame, Fork, HS

Marc, As I said, no grievance or hard feelings whatsoever! At the price you sold it to me for, it was worth the risk and worth the effort, and I'm really happy with what it turned out to be - even if it wasn't my original vision. I have no regrets. As I said in that other thread, it now s

Re: [RBW] Taller 26" Riders

On Saturday, January 4, 2014 11:19:27 AM UTC-7, Tony DeFilippo wrote: > > Also, does anyone have any suggestions for 1.75-1.9" X 26" knobby tires? > My XO-3 fits the 2" big apples gone but I tried some 2.1 knobby ties and > it was clearly a no go. > > Tony > 1.95" Kenda Small Block 8s fit on

Re: [RBW] Taller 26" Riders

On Saturday, January 4, 2014 11:46:55 AM UTC-7, Tony DeFilippo wrote: > > Keith was that 'not' with fenders? Either way would be OK... If I'm going > knobby I think if rather go as plush as possible. > > Tony > Yes, oops. "NOT" with fenders. If the XO-3 had a bit longer chainstays, it may

[RBW] Re: Taller 26" Riders

On Monday, January 6, 2014 5:24:06 AM UTC-7, Michael Hechmer wrote: > > Tony, I'm 6'1" with a PBH of 91. Our tandem has 26" wheels, with Marathon > Racer tires, 1.6. The only draw back I've found is finding a front bag > tall enough to bring a map into reading range. > >> >> Michael's c

[RBW] Re: Vending machine for cyclists

A couple of years ago, we lost our only "real" bike shop, here in Jackson, WY. They moved about 45 miles away, over to Idaho where the cost of living is lower. But they were kind enough to install and start maintaining one of these. Pretty cool idea, indeed! They even have chains in it. On Fr

[RBW] Re: ISO 60cm canti saluki

Peter, If you (or Tony D., hint hint) are not set on the cantilever brakes option, that 60cm Rambouillet on craigslist, in another recent thread, is a great option. There have been a few discussions recently about how well they convert to 650b (even wide ones, like the Hetres), by using t

[RBW] Re: Sneak preview of the Riv Chica Warhorse

Oh my gosh, that's beautiful! I LOVE the twin diaga-tubes. Sort of Breeze-esque which is, to my eye, much more elegant than the lugged, single, full-size diaga-tube at the front triangle.Did they do this for you because expressly because you needed a smaller frame, where the other opt

[RBW] Re: Riv horse-trading on a Riv-centric site

I agree completely, and might even take it a couple of steps further: Don't forget that many of those products that are available elsewhere were actually designed BY Rivendell, with a significant outlay of their time and/or other resources. It's not as if they even sell *anything* at unreason

Re: [RBW] Re: Riv horse-trading on a Riv-centric site

f Rivendell? That > it is derivative and knockoff? This is simply stupid. I wonder what Grant > has to say about this? > > Patrick "Sheesh!" Moore, who has been supporting Rivendell since 1994 but > who effing won't indulge in thoughtless cheerleading. > > > On

[RBW] Re: Riv horse-trading on a Riv-centric site

All, I apologize for my earlier post that sort of derailed this conversation right at the beginning. My premise really wasn't even valid, considering the original point of the thread. I happened to take a quick look at the board, saw something that struck a chord, and hastily posted without r

Re: [RBW] Re: Blug post

[RBW] Re: Am I the only one eagerly awaiting the clem jr. bike?

On Tuesday, October 7, 2014 7:42:52 AM UTC-6, Daniel D. wrote: > > $1500 price point is right up my alley. I'm going to be one of the first > in line for a test ride. > I'm with you, Daniel. I can't do a test ride, but I sure am anxious to see the bike, and I check the Blug daily for news. I

[RBW] Re: Clem on the Blug

Wow. I eat my words. it IS as nice as what I'd conjured up in my head! Trying to make out some details and put some things together: so the "napkin rings" are reinforcements at the top and bottom of the headtube, and the top tube and down tube are tigged? Neat look. Maybe the hooded/br

Re: [RBW] Clem on the Blug

On Friday, October 10, 2014 8:31:51 AM UTC-6, AaronY wrote: > > Are the seat stays bowed or is that a camera artifact? > > They sure look curved to me. I think it's really pretty, but you know what might be kind of neat about this would be the ability to vary the curve as necessary, to accom

Re: [RBW] Clem on the Blug

On Friday, October 10, 2014 10:04:37 AM UTC-6, Tom Harrop wrote: > > I know they aren't going to come in 68 cm, but what were the sizes again? > >From the Blug: *There will be three sizes and three wheel sizes: 45/26…52/27.5…59/29. So, twenty-six, 650B, and 700C, all with tubby tire clearance

Re: [RBW] Clem on the Blug

Jim, I totally hear where you're coming from with the need for lower gears, and I agree with the comments about fitting the fattest possible tires. Where I live, in the rural Rocky Mountains, it's a given that I'd want quite a bit smaller chainring and at least somewhat knobby tread. But I

[RBW] Re: Clem on the Blug

Maybe it's the color, but the more I look at this (read: obsess over), the more I think it looks like a stripped-down Appaloosa. Difficult to tell how high the bottom bracket is, but it sure looks like a longish top tube to go with those long chainstays. Does anybody (perhaps one of the buyers

Re: [RBW] Re: Clem on the Blug

On Monday, October 13, 2014 12:44:23 PM UTC-6, Pudge wrote: > > They were sized to each buyer, because I believe all buyers already > owned at least one Rivendell, which presumably fit well. I’m not certain I > fully understand your question, but I would characterize my Proto-App as > roadis

Re: [RBW] Re: Clem on the Blug

On Monday, October 13, 2014 1:01:15 PM UTC-6, Pudge wrote: > > Oh, now I understand the question. I ride a 61 Homer, 61 Atlantis, 56 > Bombadil, 60 Quickbeam. All fit very well. I’ve never measured my Mystery > Bike (proto-App), but my guess is the seat tube is pretty close to 59. It > al

Re: [RBW] Re: Clem on the Blug

On Monday, October 13, 2014 1:29:58 PM UTC-6, Jim D Massachusetts wrote: > > We need more pictures. How about some shots of the built up bike (for > those of us with limited imagination). Jim D.Massachusetts > >> >> I'm starting to think that maybe Grant has been purposely sneaki

[RBW] Re: Surly after Riv

I LOVE Surly. I was the one who put that "Racing Sucks" thread up on the list here, and I know I've said that the LHT is a "copy" of the All Rounder - but I never meant to imply that they were followers and not leaders in their own right. I just find the similarities and parallels between t

Re: [RBW] More Clem on the Blug

On Wednesday, October 15, 2014 6:34:45 PM UTC-6, BSWP wrote: > > Can someone explain the top rear lug? It combines functions of joining top > and seat tubes, and clamp for seat post, but also provides sockets for seat > stays? Is that why the seat stays on the small and middle models are bent, >

[RBW] Re: Winter Riding Pants

I do a lot of winter riding in Wyoming these days, but on a snow bike. I found some fantastic pants by Patagonia called "guide pants." Looks like they've changed a slight bit since I got mine a couple of years ago, but this is close. Without looking through the entire website, there might be

[RBW] Re: Lower trail fork for Ram?

Could it be possible that the Ram wandering has more to do with a relatively short top tube length, than it does the fork rake/trail numbers? I found myself fighting the geometry a bit when I was getting mine dialed in. The short top tube, combined with a relaxed seat tube angle, *seems* to s

[RBW] Re: best tires for fendered rambouillet

Two other considerations I haven't seen mentioned, that you might already be aware of: - Toe clip overlap is likely to be pretty severe, if you actually manage to fit fenders over anything bigger than a 28. I have SKS fenders and Roughy Toughies on my 60cm Ram, but find that I need to snug th

[RBW] Re: Joe Appaloosa?

Maybe the name "Clem Smith" just had too much baggage associated with it? Wouldn't want to alienate prospective buyers from the far right: http://www.trevorloudon.com/2011/04/red-reps-7-clem-smith-communist-party-sympathizer-in-the-missouri-state-legislature/ Or maybe it's another project al

[RBW] Re: Joe Appaloosa?

Ignoring the aesthetic argument, I did hear on NPR just this morning that the Japanese had officially re-entered recession. And, after being trained by Grant to associate bike prices with dollar-to-yen ratios, you know what my first thought was?!!!: "Hmmm... wonder if the Clem could now affo

[RBW] Re: Joe Appaloosa?

You're right. I was thinking specifically about the lugs, which I thought came from Japan. But I just went back and read that Long Shen entry from the Blug (http://rivbike.tumblr.com/post/46520755775/long-shen-trip) and they clearly are from Taiwan as well. I remember reading something in a

Re: [RBW] Re: Joe Appaloosa sneak peek

Thanks, Aaron, for helping me confirm that I'm not crazy. I was just saying to myself "Wait... don't the Sams *already* have cantis?!"I guess that had changed at some point along the line. I hadn't been paying attention only because this model has too much overlap with the ones I alrea

[RBW] Re: Fat tire Atlantis!

That looks so good! So I have a question for you: Almost every bike I've bought in the last 10 years or so has been as a substitute/proxy for the Atlantis that I really want, because I seem to fall squarely between Atlanti sizes. But, since I know that I would set it up with the biggest possi

[RBW] Re: SimpleOne

Yer killin' me. Your post is exactly what I didn't want to ever read. A single speed bike makes absolutely no sense for me, living in the mountains and given the kind of on-road riding that I do. But as much as I love my decked-out Rambouillet, I thought I might enjoy riding something lighter

[RBW] Re: Midge, again

I've been thinking about the midge for an off-road bar lately too. In some ways it seems "almost" perfect, but my problem is that the short lower drop extensions seem way too short to fit my hands securely. So I found a product called "Terminators" from Control Tech ( http://www.controltechbik

[RBW] Re: Midge, again

Matt, that is OUTSTANDING! It's crazy to me how there are so many dirt drop and alt bars out there, with new ones coming out seemingly all the time, and yet how none of them seem to be able to get it "just right." I know this is highly subjective and personal but, with the exception of "width" w

[RBW] Re: Hupe or Fender for saddlebag support (if it rides too low)?

A comment and a question: I'll reiterate the praise for the Bagman support, if you're looking for a horizontal support like the Hupe gave. I love mine, though I 've never tried the Hupe to compare it against. On the other hand, the key disadvantage (or *benefit*, depending on how you look a

[RBW] Re: Hupe or Fender for saddlebag support (if it rides too low)?

On Friday, March 15, 2013 10:18:30 AM UTC-6, iamkeith wrote: > > A comment and a question for those with experience: > > I'll reiterate the praise for the Bagman support, if you're looking for a > horizontal support like the Hupe gave. I love mine, though I '

Re: [RBW] Re: Hupe or Fender for saddlebag support (if it rides too low)?

Thanks, Bob! That's good enough for me to go ahead and try it. On Saturday, March 16, 2013 7:45:11 PM UTC-6, Robert Barr wrote: > Keith, > > I bought a Wire Guard for the same reason you list. There was the > potential for some cable rub on the small Saddlesack that I use on my Hunq. > A to

Re: [RBW] Re: Hupe or Fender for saddlebag support (if it rides too low)?

I don't know if I'm more impressed with the simple inginuity of your solution, or the artistry and composure of the snapshots. On Sunday, March 17, 2013 12:33:17 PM UTC-6, cyclot...@gmail.com wrote: > You can make something out of a wire hanger if you're just trying to > protect the bag from

[RBW] Re: Rivendell All 'Rounder price question.

I don't know if this helps or not, but I just bought one a couple of months ago, as was discussed in this group. It is a '99 Joe Starck/Joe Bell version, in good shape but probably not as nice as yours. I paid $1,650 and would have gladly paid more if I had the means and if it was orange.

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