[RBW] Re: Looking for a 57 or 55cm Bleriot...

Hey guys, I hope whichever of you are looking to switch sizes figures it out ... I just wanted to toss in that I'm looking for a 55 Bleriot myself ... nothing to trade unless somebody wants a 54 Velo Orange Polyvalent once I replace it. Any leads would be greatly appreciated. On May 21, 9:09 pm

[RBW] Re: Grand Bois Hetres and SKS P45 fender clearence

You might want to consider a pair of Berthoud 50's ... I know they're double the money at around $70.00 but they offer an excellent fit on a Saluki/54 (or a Bleriot/55) http://www.renehersestore.com/servlet/the-144/Berthoud-650bx50-fenders-%26/Detail Also you'll be hard pressed to find a nicer gu

[RBW] Re: East Coast frame painting

Hey BB, Those are both beauties ... tell me (us) ... how durable would you say the paint is? Will it hold up to street signs and U-Locks, that sort of thing, or does it nick and scratch easily? And, btw: I'm not saying nick and scratch easily is a bad thing, I'm just looking for something durable

[RBW] Re: can anyone relate--getting older (50) and back into cycling: finding drops not so easy...

Of course, this really all depends on what kind of riding you intend to do. Around town or out on the road for 2 to 3 hours at a stretch? Most importantly, keep in mind that 50 is like, the new 30 ... and the minute you start suggesting to yourself that you're getting "older", well ... I'd suggest

[RBW] Re: Double Top Tube Sam Hillborne

I'm with Zack on this one, it's a pretty unique look... and where else are you going to get that off the rack, so-to-speak, these days? I wouldn't think twice about loading up the front for a long trip either. On Jun 5, 2:56 pm, Jay wrote: > Does this make any sense in a 56 cm Sam? Should it be

[RBW] Re: Opniel knives

needed indeed ... On Wednesday, August 14, 2013 2:03:43 PM UTC-4, Ron Mc wrote: > > http://www.rivbike.com/Opinel-Knife-p/knife01.htm - Someone should tell > Grant that Opniel will custom-engrave knives > > > > -

[RBW] Baby got new shoes ...

Cross-post from the 650b group : I've been nursing a pair of Pari Moto's since mid-summer and the weather has helped extend their life (read: much reduced riding around here since December) … but I've been telling myself to p/u a new set o' tires for the last month or so and had decided I go fo

Re: [RBW] Baby got new shoes ...

outside and ~41 mm > wide internally (rolled fender edge to rolled fender edge). > > What fenders do you have on your Saluki and do you know their dimensions? > > How's the clearance on between your fenders and the Hetres? > > Thanks, > JimD > > On Mar 2, 2014, at 6:37 A

Re: [RBW] Baby got new shoes ...and now JimD's baby needs 38's

gt; Since I can't fit Hetres on my 650 B Saluki what 38 mm 650B tires do >> folks suggest? >> >> Thanks, >> JimD >> >> On Mar 2, 2014, at 11:07 AM, Ron Mc wrote: >> >> I agree, 46mm Honjos would be perfect with 38mm tires, but that's abo

[RBW] Re: New Edeluxe Light Source - LENR

Considering the date: April 1st … I'm inclined to laugh! And man, do I miss the old days of Cyclingnews.com …. On Tuesday, April 1, 2014 1:22:47 PM UTC-4, IanA wrote: > > I might get one for my spaceship - just finished building it in my shed > and I forgot about lighting. > > On Tuesday, Apri

[RBW] Re: New Roadeo

Hey Eric, I love fast(ish) road bikes and upright bars as well. I've spent a good deal of time on Alba's and recently configured a new ride with new choco-normal -- primarily because I liked the flatter look of the choco to the Alba. However, having been on narrow drops for so long (I took a 3

[RBW] Re: Long/scenic day rides to do from the New York City area

Damn, Bob B, thanks o much -- I've been too lazy (or a just creature of habit, really) to figure out those Van Cortland Park / Kitchawan / Brewster runs myself but am totally going to hit these routes now! On Thursday, May 5, 2016 at 3:02:04 PM UTC-4, Bob B wrote: > > I wanted to share a handfu

[RBW] Re: my joe appaloosa setup

Hey Patrick: what is it that thing you have zip tied to your seat post? On Monday, May 9, 2016 at 4:35:31 AM UTC-4, Patrick D Kelly wrote: > > I've put together an album with a lot of tedious details about how I've > configured my joe appaloosa, including: > > * surly front rack > * jones loop

[RBW] Re: my joe appaloosa setup

oh, nevermind -- it's a lock for the saddle. On Monday, May 9, 2016 at 4:35:31 AM UTC-4, Patrick D Kelly wrote: > > I've put together an album with a lot of tedious details about how I've > configured my joe appaloosa, including: > > * surly front rack > * jones loop h-bar > * interesting rear li

[RBW] Re: Bicycling Magazine redeems itself...a little.

So much nonsense. He says *"the bikes are rare, and so are the brakes*" and then lists 11 models of currently available brake sets. On Wednesday, May 11, 2016 at 3:30:35 PM UTC-4, Paul G wrote: > > Most, if not all, of us who visit this group know that one of Grant > Petersen's primary bicycle

[RBW] Aggressive cycling pack and I slipped up today

Jay, it sounds like you did the right thing (getting to the right). I always remind myself to do the same in that I know that there's always going to be someone (or something) looking to go faster. Unfortunately, in this case, you came up on the obstacle of the sewer grate -- but if you didn't s

[RBW] Re: Do you switch from drop bike to Bosco/Alba bike on the fly?

I ride a drop bar on the road and a Choco Normal on an otherwise identical bike in the city -- and switch between them nearly daily. I suggest you try it -- one bike with drops and another with an upright. Though my tendency with uprights is to set them maybe just a couple of inches above where

[RBW] Re: Thoughts on the whole low trail thing?

Reed -- there has been a near endless run of low vs not-low discussions here and on the iBob and the 650b list. I feel like I've read them all and agonized over the damn concept myself for years. But I've never seen a more sensible and succinct assessment of the whole thing than these quickly p

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: Ritchey Logic Crankset

Does that mean when you wrote $100.00 you really mean, like, $65.00? On Thursday, June 16, 2016 at 5:04:25 PM UTC-4, Eric Norris wrote: > > Yes. I was writing in Celsius. > > --Eric Norris > campyo...@me.com > www.campyonly.com > campyonlyguy.blogspot.com > > On Jun 16, 2016, at 2:03 PM, Bill Li

[RBW] Re: Rosco Bubbe #3

That thing is cool looking! The TIG / Riv ... who knew (?). I'm guessing that drilled crowns and bridges are less costly at the manufacturing level but that bike would look pretty sharp with canti's IMO. On Friday, July 15, 2016 at 10:03:31 PM UTC-4, Joe Bernard wrote: > > It's cool in a funky

[RBW] Re: Montauk Century - May 20th

May 20 ... same day as the NY Gran Fondo ... that's alotta cyclists on the road in one day, right? On Thursday, April 19, 2012 6:20:42 PM UTC-4, Imladris wrote: > > Anyone riding in the Montauk Century (Long Island, NY) on May 20th? On Thursday, April 19, 2012 6:20:42 PM UTC-4, Imladris wrote:

[RBW] Re: Atlantis fitment

Ryan, where'd you get that orange bar tape? What type + brand is it On Friday, April 27, 2012 12:20:38 AM UTC-4, rcnute wrote: > > If it helps here's a photo showing seatpost height, stem length, etc. > on the 56: > > > http://www.flickr.com/photos/30684316@N08/4181783983/in/set-72157622971

[RBW] Re: nice kids' bikes

My son is seven and rides a Fuji Ace 20. It's a beauty, he rides to school nearly all year, which, is pretty good for a NYC kid. Here's the bike: http://www.fujibikes.com/bike/details/ace-203 I was a little weirded out by the 20" x 1"'s but like Thomas said, kids kinda don't care and the bike

[RBW] Re: Repaint Riv decals. Where do they get them?

Hey John, That's great to know ... by chance then, are there any Belriot decals available? Many thanks / jsk On Sunday, July 8, 2012 9:04:22 AM UTC-4, John Bennett wrote: > > The way it works: > > Call us and tell us who is painting your bike. We send the decals > directly to the painter. >

[RBW] Re: For Sale; Fillet de Tom Ritchey, Anyone?

MAn, that thing is dreamy! What's the stand over height at the top tube, per chance? On Friday, July 20, 2012 1:05:30 PM UTC-4, Mayfly wrote: > > > > I would like to offer up my latest project, to make room and $ for the > next project (a 1992 dark green RB-T; zounds!) > > A circa 1987 Ritchey

[RBW] Re: For Sale; Fillet de Tom Ritchey, Anyone?

2012 10:18:45 AM UTC-7, jeffrey kane wrote: >> >> MAn, that thing is dreamy! What's the stand over height at the top tube, >> per chance? >> >> On Friday, July 20, 2012 1:05:30 PM UTC-4, Mayfly wrote: >>> >>> >>> >>> I would like

[RBW] Re: FS: XTR, TA rings, 650b aeroheads, cyclone M-II .. .

Hey Patrick, Whats thE BDC on the rings? Do you have an e-mail for off=list reply? On Saturday, July 28, 2012 1:59:32 PM UTC-4, Patrick in VT wrote: > > Hi, All - I have some neat rivvish bits for sale: > > - 650b velocity aerohead rims (28f/32r). Front rim is like new - never > built; Rear ha

[RBW] Re: SimpleQuickOneBeam Project - Blue Sky Features - What would you like to see?

Heck, this is easy for me: I'm short, just shy of 5'8" and while I can't remember my PBH I do know that I fit beautifully on Riv 650b 54cm & 55cm frames. The S/O simply wasn't sized small enough for me and therefor, I don't own one. I'd ask that GP stick to the simple tried-and-true geometry o

[RBW] Re: Bike locks ?

I'm in my 4th year on a Belriot here in NYC. I commute nearly year round (ice will stop me but usually not the cold). The key is that the bike comes inside at night and all day while I'm at work ... and that most outside lock-up times are short (one to three hours on average). Still it's a fair

[RBW] Re: Bike locks ?

e bolts. Do they include the security hex key > w/ purchase? > Also slingshots! > http://hellaslingshots.com/collections/slingshots > > Love the Mary Poppins Bike! > > > On Friday, August 8, 2014 7:33:59 AM UTC-7, jeffrey kane wrote: >> >> I'm in my 4th y

[RBW] Re: Berthoud Fenders on Saluki/AHH

Tony, I've fit those Berthoud 50's, the ones Mike Kone sells @ Rene Herse online on my Saluki/54 running Heters (and now EL Babyshoe Pass) without any issues. It's tight, yes, and not ideal in the BQ /Peter Weigle sense, but I've never encountered an issue -- though once I nearly caught a squi

[RBW] Re: Your Bleriot with front rack and P-clamps works good?

I've used a Mark's rack on my Bleriot for years --- I think I just guessed at what looked like an appropriate angle to cut the stays. As for the P-Clamps: I wrapped a single layer of cloth bar tape around the fork blade then wrapped a second layer half on/half off the bottom edge of the first.

Re: [RBW] Re: Is the Bleriot/Honjos/ Hetres clearance I have not enough?

'ol Lance raced those seven Le Tours and only had one flat that I can remember ... flats, drywall screws, radial belt wires and nearly invisible shards of glass all live together in a world graced or cursed by luck, if you ask me ... but then again, I don't know squat about goatheads from ridin

[RBW] Re: New bike day n+0 for now

Awesome Trevor, How did they do the matt black finish? Wet paint or powder coat? And: is there a clear coat on it as well? Decals under the clear coat or on top? I love the matt or semi-matt look -- my first "adult" bike was semi-matt black --- a '95 Stump Jumper Comp -- still mourned after be

[RBW] Re: FS: Brooks Cambium C17 Slate lightly used

Hey Hobie. I'll take it! Can PayPal immediately. Please let me know / jsk On Monday, July 28, 2014 9:54:58 AM UTC-4, hobie wrote: > > Used for a few rides. Very comfy. Bought 2 only need one. $100.00 shipped > Priority mail. > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Goog

Re: [RBW] seems too good to be true/ possibly stolen

Dan, that is a crazy find, looks legit and while I'd have to loose that stem, I could see myself riding off into the sunset on that baby --- for $1200.00 Truly a steal! On Tuesday, August 5, 2014 10:09:21 AM UTC-4, danmc wrote: > > Speaking of too good to be true: > > http://sfbay.craigslis

[RBW] Re: Every Day Carry - Here's Mine, What's Yours?

What's with everybody packing knives? ... I mean, yeesh, it's making me feel paranoid! On Jan 25, 12:18 pm, Amit Singh wrote: > I'm reposting this with hopes of greater response because it's a cool > and interesting topic. > > This subject of 'every day carry' is one of which I've been slightly

[RBW] Re: Traveling to NYC from Feb. 4 to Feb. 12

Anytime Amit ... just lemme know. On Jan 30, 7:25 pm, Amit Singh wrote: > Hopefully with the well-loved Atlantis I just "inherited" and am > building up now (thanks Clif)! > > http://www.flickr.com/photos/amisingh/6792554183/ > > Anyone want to go for a ride? :) > > Best, > > Amit -- You receiv

[RBW] Re: East Coast Rivendells / BOBs

Hey Joe, I live on the UWS and frequent River Road to Piermont to Nyack to Rockland, etc ... this past year, 95% of which on a Saluki. You're right about the curb appeal of the Riv's in NYC, mine regularly gets more compliments than a pretty dame in a short skirt. It's been a great winter for ridi

[RBW] Re: Heron touring frameset-57cm

Seen that baby before! What's the stand over with that set up? On Saturday, March 10, 2012 7:21:56 AM UTC-5, mike goldman wrote: > > Heron fully lugged frame/fork/headset. fits 700x38c tires/fenders, 3 > bottle mounts. ive toured the C & O Towpath and The Katy Trail, both > crushed limestone/dir

[RBW] 650b ... the next wave.

http://www.cyclingnews.com/features/nino-schurter-wins-world-cup-1-on-650b-wheels -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/zuqsiNNCEjIJ. To p

[RBW] Re: 650b ... the next wave.

and now for some further clarification ... or confusion (not sure which): http://janheine.wordpress.com/2012/03/20/650b-tubulars/ On Monday, March 19, 2012 12:11:31 PM UTC-4, jeffrey kane wrote: > > > http://www.cyclingnews.com/features/nino-schurter-wins-world-cup-1-on-650b-wheels &

[RBW] Re: FS: 56cm S&S Coupled Saluki in Portland-East

I've seen this bike before ... can't remember where though, Too big for me but it's a beauty. I wish my Saluki had canti studs. On Tuesday, March 27, 2012 1:29:03 AM UTC-4, cyclot...@gmail.com wrote: > > Oh my, someone buy this so I can live vicariously through you... > > http://minneapolis.craig

[RBW] Re: Sping Sale: TA Carmina, Grand Bois Hetres, Panaracer Pasela, Schwalbe, Nitto,SKS, Sugino etc.

Hey, I shot you an e-mail about the Hetres and tubes ... lemme know when you get a chance, please. On Wednesday, March 6, 2013 9:40:39 AM UTC-5, hobie wrote: > > For sale. All items include shipping. > > Specialites TA Carmina crankset 172.5 w. both 130bcd road and > compact 94bcd spyders both

[RBW] Re: Dynamo Lights and Theft

Genius resource on the Security Bolt site, Will ... many thanks for that! On Monday, April 8, 2013 5:43:19 PM UTC-4, Ryan Ray wrote: > > I came out of my Dr appointment today to find the 5 zip ties holding the > wire connecting my dynamo hub to my light removed and the wire dangling. > It's jus

[RBW] Re: On the Road Today

Been there, only twice in my life, thankfully, both times on a bicycle. You northern CA cats sure have some good riding right outside your doors On Saturday, April 20, 2013 9:04:39 PM UTC-4, Cyclofiend Jim wrote: > > Managed a decent loop today out to the coast and back. Reached down and >

[RBW] Re: FS: Nitto, Phil Wood, Carradice, Sugino, Campy, and more....

Hey Matt, Is this still available: -Nitto dirt drop stem 26.0 clamp, 10 cm extension, 120mm above min insertion, $38.00 If so, let me know, I can PayPal immediately Thanks! jsk On Friday, May 3, 2013 5:45:35 PM UTC-4, Matt Gilkey wrote: > > Hello, >> >> > Thanks for all of the responses. So

[RBW] Re: UnRacer Paraphernalia description.

Fussy? I don't know ...it is funny though ... but I also wonder why Riv/GP feels the need to contribute to an already polarized community (cyclers in general) ... while the button is innocuous enough in itself, all the anti-this and anti-that stuff seems unnecessary. I can't help but think whet

[RBW] Re: UnRacer Paraphernalia description.

Agreed: "I think looking silly is part of the human condition. :-)" "Let's not take ourselves too seriously." Nothing says it better than "Just Ride" On Wednesday, May 29, 2013 10:31:07 AM UTC-4, Mike wrote: > > I was poking around the RBW site last night and noticed there are some new > smal

[RBW] Re: Albastaches (new Moustaches) are Available!

You know, I was excited by a slightly lower rise Alba idea but I think this is a huge miss in that you can't use it with Mtn. Bike levers ... I just don't get the wrist-up position of trying to use drop bar levers in a semi-horizontal way. On Tuesday, June 18, 2013 5:21:55 PM UTC-4, Liesl wrote

[RBW] Re: Saluki love & tires

Hetres will fit your Saluki front + back just fine. Fenders, on the other hand, can be an issue. VO makes a few sizes ... you'll want to measure yours first to be sure ... look for at last 52mm inside across the span. I use 50mm SS Berthoud's (via Mike Kone's online store) on both a Saluki and

[RBW] Re: Powder Coated S.H. and Dureme 50's

I love black bikes. Where did you get it painted? And is there a clear coat on it? On Sunday, June 23, 2013 12:52:05 PM UTC-4, jandrews_nyc wrote: > > > I recently had my flaking paint S.H. powder coated as I often leave it > locked up outside in nyc. The noodles went back on with a dirt drop

Re: [RBW] Daring to wrench on my Riv's?

Good tools (and good looking tools) like bikes in general, just make you want to use them more -- or at least make you happier when you do use (and ride) them. Shop around and pick them up here and there even when you're not currently "wrenching" out of necessity. I just saw a set of these and

[RBW] Re: Drill brake bridge for fender?

You can avoid the special order issue by substituting a typical fender draruma (eyelet bolt) for the same purpose. Granted, that Honjo piece is not only nice looking but (somewhat) better designed as a block to act as a spacer -- but I've used this method of repurposing the fender hardware pie

[RBW] Re: (OT) What Kind of Snowshoes Should I Get?

Amit, You can't go wrong with Sorels (owned by Columbia but I'm not sure where they make 'em) ... but also look at the Kamilk's as well -- they're generally lighter (made in Canada). On Friday, December 19, 2014 10:30:43 PM UTC-5, Amit Singh wrote: > > A few folks are talking about a snow-campi

[RBW] Re: OT:Is your bippy frozen?

At this point I'd kill for a relatively dry day forecast above 40. As of now it looks like I'll be sporting a noodly pair of legs (at best) come the start of spring here in NYC. Bey hey -- we can't complain about the skiing, at least! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to

[RBW] Re: A23 vs. Synergy

I had a pair of A23/650b wheels built by Anthony at Longleaf in June this year. The Hetres and A23's are a hard fit ... first time I tried I really suffered. Then I used a little dish-soapy water along the rim and bead and overinflated them until I literally heard the bead "pop" into place. No

Re: [RBW] Re: A23 vs. Synergy

ew tire and putting it up front and rotating the front to rear so I guess that "at home" test might just be on the horizon. On Friday, August 10, 2012 2:12:48 PM UTC-4, Steve Palincsar wrote: > > On Fri, 2012-08-10 at 10:04 -0700, jeffrey kane wrote: > > I had a pair of A23/6

[RBW] Re: Saluki porn

3's (built by Anthony @ Longleaf) Shimano A530 pedals GB Hetres 50cm Berthoud SS fenders Mark's rack On Friday, August 17, 2012 12:06:12 PM UTC-4, jeffrey kane wrote: > > Sorry, been having an amazing 18 months on this baby and just had to post > this pin-up pic ... -- You

[RBW] Re: Saluki porn

I'll post some close ups next week... -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/D-Cew7CongYJ. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-

[RBW] Re: Saluki porn

Yes, the bridge is original and the frame has a nice rear cable hanger welded in place as well ... this, I believe is because the first runs of these frames predate the silvers or Tektro calipers. I've run both and found a little more room for the fenders with the center pulls (particularly in f

[RBW] Re: Saluki porn

yeesh, that should have read: and an interesting note about the "butterscotch" color *from* *the original owner *... ! On Wednesday, August 22, 2012 11:23:26 PM UTC-4, jeffrey kane wrote: > > Here's the head badge, it's a that gold(ish) color no idea if that

[RBW] Re: FS: Nitto, Brooks, Cygolite, Sidi, Shimano et. al. Garage Sale

Mike, I'll take the (2) Princeton Tec EOS Lights. Can paypal immediately, just let me know: jeffrey.kane(at)mac.com On Wednesday, August 29, 2012 2:29:37 PM UTC-4, Mike On A Bike wrote: > > I've built up an accumulation of quality bike stuff that is no longer > useful to me, and it's time to fi

[RBW] Nitto Noodle (B177) questions

Has anyone ever noticed a significant difference in the degree of curves on the Noodle bar when comparing different widths? I have an older 46cm and a brand new 44cm sitting side by side in front of me right now and am rather surprised at two points: First: the backward angle of the tops is con

[RBW] Re: Rivs by city

In New York City, well, I bought my Bleriot last summer from a list member in Bklyn. I ride it every day on my commute, lock it up up everywhere and it does occasionally collect a few nods and comments of appreciation ... but I can count on one hand the number of Rivs I've seen around town in th

[RBW] Re: Kid's bike

My son has been on a Fuji Ace 20 for almost a year now, he got it on his sixth b-day. I found it online from a shop in FL. and it wasn't more than $260.00 total, shipped. It's been great for him, he's learned to shift (seven speed grip shift type on flat bars) and easily mastered hand brakes. H

[RBW] Re: Society Finally Catching up to Grant

My wife makes me wear mine ... On Sunday, September 30, 2012 7:33:18 PM UTC-4, Peter M wrote: > > > http://www.nytimes.com/2012/09/30/sunday-review/to-encourage-biking-cities-forget-about-helmets.html?pagewanted=all > > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Grou

[RBW] Re: Fall northwoods excursion

Nice post/pics ... fall color is still a ways off here in NYC ... just gorgeous. Jealous is the word that come to mind next. On Monday, October 1, 2012 3:45:40 PM UTC-4, Jim Thill - Hiawatha Cyclery wrote: > > No Rivs on the ride, as it happened, but I think the conditions were more > than a li

[RBW] Re: FS: Lots of stuff,lots. Bleriot frameset, All Riv related.

Hobie, I'll take the (9) tubes. can paypal immediately ... just let me know On Friday, October 19, 2012 6:36:15 PM UTC-4, hobie wrote: > > This is a big list. All prices include shipping and paypal fees. > > 1- Bleriot 55cm frameset, Tange headset. 650b Was ridden very little. > $500.00 > >

[RBW] Re: FS: Lots of stuff,lots. Bleriot frameset, All Riv related.

How much use on the Hetres? Are there still a good deal of ribs on the rear? If so, I'll take those, just lemme know. On Friday, October 19, 2012 6:36:15 PM UTC-4, hobie wrote: > > This is a big list. All prices include shipping and paypal fees. > > 1- Bleriot 55cm frameset, Tange headset. 650b

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: Lots of stuff,lots. Bleriot frameset, All Riv related.

how's this working Hobie? I messaged you like, 14 minutes after you posted on the tubes how else are you being reached? On Saturday, October 20, 2012 9:24:11 AM UTC-4, hobie wrote: > > They sold already > > *From:* jeffrey kane > > *To:* rbw-owne...@googlegroups.c

[RBW] Re: Tokyo Cycle Show ( Picture Set )

Awesome post ... many thanks! On Tuesday, November 6, 2012 12:55:05 AM UTC-5, Tokyo Crank wrote: > > Hello > > Not directly Rivendell related but I hope some might find it of some > interest. I attended Tokyo Cyclemode on Sunday, the largest annual cycle > show open to the public in Japan. It wa

[RBW] Re: FS Microshift 10 speed bar end shifters (mtb version), pearl izumi neoprene shoe covers

Specifically, which Pearl Izumi shoe covers and what size? On Thursday, October 8, 2015 at 12:45:16 AM UTC-4, Miles wrote: > > Any interest in the Riv world? They have maybe 2 rides on them so they > are like new. They were set up on a Deore RD. > > Shoe covers are like new as well. -- You

[RBW] Re: FS Microshift 10 speed bar end shifters (mtb version), pearl izumi neoprene shoe covers

And price, please On Thursday, October 8, 2015 at 2:43:27 PM UTC-4, jeffrey kane wrote: > > Specifically, which Pearl Izumi shoe covers and what size? > > > On Thursday, October 8, 2015 at 12:45:16 AM UTC-4, Miles wrote: >> >> Any interest in the Riv world? They ha

[RBW] Re: Cross/knobby 650B tires

Search away .. but none you will find. I wish someone would prove me wrong, though. For a minute I really thought that would be the next direction in 650b tires: WTB's, Challenge, etc. .. but it looks like the Plus (+) craze has shifted the market away. First came the 29's, then 27.5's and eve

[RBW] Nitto Choco-Moose

Let me say -- that thing is packing a serious dose of cool. And if it accepts bar-ends I'm-a certain to be an early adopter. -- 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, s

[RBW] Re: Ways to make your Rivendell cheap

Meh ... On Friday, November 6, 2015 at 6:17:34 PM UTC-5, Edwin W wrote: > > Or seem cheap... > Compare it to the Merckx 70 > > ! > > > It's all relative, > > Edwin > -- Y

[RBW] Re: Pink Rivendell All-Rounder for sale

What would you say the max. tire width would be? On Saturday, November 14, 2015 at 2:50:38 PM UTC-5, Patrick Shea wrote: > > > > Posting for a friend: >> >> Rivendell All Rounder for sale. One of a kind. Waterford built when they >> were building All Rounders. >> >> Yes, a Waterford-built Rivende

Re: [RBW] Re: Anyone order a Joe?

Patrick, nice work on the HB pics -- now I really can't wait to get my hands on one. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsub

Re: [RBW] Re: Anyone order a Joe?

Personally, I wish the Albastache bars had been made available with a mtb lever compatibility option (like an Albatross). I've long wished the Alba's had less rise. The shapes are similar ... but a 'stache that takes an mtb lever would provide an option with half the rise (or drop if you chose t

[RBW] NYC Rivs

Good call, Alan, UWS for me Will ride, trade and drink (in no particular order) -- 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...

[RBW] Re: Anyone order a Joe?

Chris -- fear not -- the lovely dudes at Riv often run dark with their digital files. On Saturday, December 5, 2015 at 3:08:00 PM UTC-5, R Michaels wrote: > > It's really nice to see that the head tube is painted cream but I am a > little disappointed that the butterscotch color looks quite diff

[RBW] Re: Do you ever find yourself tempted by brifters?

Personally, I prefer the term dual-control lever. And while I love them -- loved Shimano 9, loved Campy Record 10 -- I didn't like Shimano 10 and haven't been able to settle on a choice for a new set. I hate telling myself how much I like D/T shifters. I mean, I'm already a grouch but still ...

Re: [RBW] Re: NYC Rivs

This is very tempting ... On Friday, December 11, 2015 at 2:12:19 AM UTC-5, Kainalu wrote: > > 2 more slots available for January 29th's wheel building seminar, I'm > signed up, get it while you can > http://www.718c.com/free-classes > -Kai > -- You received this message because you are subscri

[RBW] Re: Nomenclature

I'll donate $10.00 -- only need three or four stickers though. Sorry, what's the procedure again? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners

[RBW] Re: Thanks Grant

Matt's reply to the OP wasn't something we haven't seen here before - (*Please do not introduce political non “bike” talk on the board)* - I mean, perhaps it could have been more eloquently expressed ... but if I had to guess, it's a sentiment that has been generally agreed with across the gr

[RBW] Re: Pedal Choices

I don't know what they're sending as "stock" on the Clem these days but the plastic/nylon VP 535 that they used to spec is pretty hard to beat -- unless one has something against plastic/nylon bodies. I'd certainly give them a spin (no pun intended) before shelling out for something else. On We

[RBW] Re: My gift to the bunch

Nice job, Marty -- your work file work is excellent and should print beautifully! I run a photo lab in NYC with a pretty cost-effective online print ordering platform: https://www.lti-lightside.com/order-custom-prints So here's my gift to the bunch: I can't do "free" (I do have partners and a

[RBW] Re: Several things I saw at Blue Lug

gawd those guys are cool ... On Wednesday, December 27, 2017 at 8:24:32 PM UTC-5, Takashi wrote: > > Last weekend I visited Blue Lug (a Riv dealer store in Tokyo), and saw > several things that might be of interest to people here. > > Frank Jones frames: > Blue Lug has 3 stores, and I saw them in

[RBW] Re: Several things I saw at Blue Lug

gawd, those guys are cool... On Wednesday, December 27, 2017 at 8:24:32 PM UTC-5, Takashi wrote: > > Last weekend I visited Blue Lug (a Riv dealer store in Tokyo), and saw > several things that might be of interest to people here. > > Frank Jones frames: > Blue Lug has 3 stores, and I saw them in

[RBW] Re: Good New/Bad News on my repaired Atlantis

Oh (+) 1 on the Paul Moon Units ... it's one of those rare parts you'll kick yourself for not having purchased *YEARS* ago after grousing over the 40 bucks ... as if. On Saturday, January 6, 2018 at 7:52:39 PM UTC-5, Deacon Patrick wrote: > > Congrats, John! When I talked with Mark Nobilette he

Re: [RBW] Lightest 650b wheelset that can take a 42mm tire?

Wowza, I doidn't know Pacenti was offering built wheel sets. I can give a super-positive thumbs up to the Brevet rim ... but it's not clear to me what hubs those are. Does anyone know? On Wednesday, January 17, 2018 at 2:06:01 AM UTC-5, Reed Kennedy wrote: > > Probably something like this: > > h

Re: [RBW] Lightest 650b wheelset that can take a 42mm tire?

Belopsky wrote: > > Not sure what they are either, but I dislike the look :/ > > On Wednesday, January 17, 2018 at 9:17:16 AM UTC-5, jeffrey kane wrote: >> >> Wowza, I doidn't know Pacenti was offering built wheel sets. I can give a >> super-positive thumbs up to th

Re: [RBW] Lightest 650b wheelset that can take a 42mm tire?

> > On Wed, Jan 17, 2018 at 12:08 PM, David Hays <23wr...@gmail.com > > wrote: > >> My problem as well. I had Pacenti rims made into wheels locally and >> picked up classic style VO Gand Cru hubs for them. >> Beautiful but so noisy. People suggested I just keep p

Re: [RBW] Lightest 650b wheelset that can take a 42mm tire?

es rear OLD. Since it doesn't say, I'm assuming it's probably > 130mm. Is that correct? Is it convertible? I think the wheels look > splendid. > > Bill Lindsay > El Cerrito, CA > > On Wednesday, January 17, 2018 at 10:19:28 AM UTC-8, jeffrey kane wrote: &

Re: [RBW] Lightest 650b wheelset that can take a 42mm tire?

Any decent wheel can hop a curb or take an urban pothole here or there, really (even lightweight 700c racing wheels). However, I suppose that ham-fisted curb BASHING (if that's what you're referring to) would be something else altogether, I guess. On Wednesday, January 17, 2018 at 2:23:19 PM UT

[RBW] WTB: Riv MUSA Rain Pants / size small (the orange ones)

HI all, I'm looking for a pair of the old Riv MUSA Rain Pants / size small (the orange ones) ... mine haven't really been good for rain for years now but I love them as a wind and filth barrier for winter commuting. That said, I've nearly worn them to tatters and are wondering is anyone has an

[RBW] Re: Tektro R559 vs. Dia-Compe 750 centerpulls.

I've used both on the same bike before. Both worked well enough not to be significantly distinguishable in terms of performance. Both are quite easy to set up. Personally, I don't like the looks of large caliper brakes so settled on CP's as my go to on bikes that offer the clearance. On Thursda

[RBW] Re: I'm the best at bad photos - Frank Jones Jr

What Davey Two Shoes said ... On Thursday, February 15, 2018 at 8:29:16 PM UTC-5, Belopsky wrote: > > It has started. Need to sort out cranks and stem, bars en route.. > https://photos.app.goo.gl/WQl3246iJBqZJ8Ev1 > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RB

[RBW] Re: FS: Garage Sale

Hi Corwin -- it looks like you didn't get the google pic link attached / jsk On Thursday, July 28, 2016 at 11:04:51 PM UTC-4, Corwin wrote: > > Hi - > > Need to clear out space and raise some money. This is what I have to offer: > > Silver Shifters: > > Used these on my custom for a while. Only ri

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