Re: [RBW] Re: Play & Slipping with Silver Bar End Shifters

this mean? Do you mean you > can wiggle the shifter side to side? Do you mean you can wiggle the > shifter in it's normal travel direction and it moves a bit before the cable > starts moving? > > Bill Lindsay > El Cerrito, CA > > On Monday, February 1, 2021 at 8:05:4

Re: [RBW] Re: Play & Slipping with Silver Bar End Shifters

ave metal washers. I think I have some bits of Campagnolo stuff that might do. Cheers, Johnny On Mon, 1 Feb 2021 at 23:13, John P. in SF wrote: > HI > > I have had maybe 6 pairs of silvers over the years and not all of them > slipped, used both as bar end and as dt shifters. > > I

[RBW] WTB: MKS Urban Platform Pedals

ngs, so am looking for a silky-smooth pedal my dogs can jibe with that will last. (Since I have not tried these, I'm reluctant to buy new and discover they are not my cup of tea.) Bonus: If you have any cage clips I'd be interested in those, too. Thanks all. John Portland OR -- You r

Re: [RBW] Anyone have toe overlap issues?

were available in 650b! John On Wednesday, February 3, 2021 at 10:36:17 AM UTC-8 Christopher Cote wrote: > I really dislike toe overlap. I have had it on pretty much every road bike > with fenders I've ever had, even a Toyo Atlantis with 26" wheels. It's > tolerable for pu

Re: [RBW] Re: Any Susie owners out there?

Hey all, Not sure if this is on topic, but I wonder if the long chainstays on the hillibikes makes dropper posts a bit redundant for this kind of bike? I.e. do the long stays give more traction and stability and a more laid back position so it's not necessary to hang off the back of the saddle

Re: [RBW] Re: Any Susie owners out there?

road bikes with a > bit fatter tires. A geo responsible for popularizing if not coining the > term "endo", so not terribly confidence-inspiring. > > On Thursday, February 4, 2021 at 7:58:26 AM UTC-5 john...@gmail.com wrote: > >> Thanks Mark. That middle photo looks

[RBW] For sale: Nitto racks, Nitto and Clockwork Stems, Silver Shifters

4 Rear Rack.* Good condition. Long rack struts are approximately 34cm while the shorts are about 13cm and bent. This was attached to my 54cm Hunqapillar frame using the upper and mid seat-stay mounts and cleared the 2.25 knobby tire I was using. $95 shipped. Thanks for looking! John -

[RBW] Re: For sale: Nitto racks, Nitto and Clockwork Stems, Silver Shifters

> > Jared > > On Thursday, February 4, 2021 at 11:59:38 AM UTC-8 John M wrote: > >> I recently “re-homed” my Hunqapillar frameset and need to sell off some >> parts before my innate urge to hoard overwhelms my latent good sense. >> Paypal friends and family is pref

[RBW] Re: For sale: Nitto racks, Nitto and Clockwork Stems, Silver Shifters

clamp diameter. This seems like an older version with lovely knurling on the two bolts and a disc “plug” instead of the typical wedge to expand the stem in the steering tube. $40 + shipping. On Thursday, February 4, 2021 at 4:10:25 PM UTC-7 John M wrote: > > Quick update. Both racks a

Re: [RBW] Re: Play & Slipping with Silver Bar End Shifters

Thanks everyone. I'm in Europe so those Simplex Retrofriction come up every so often on places other than ebay. I'll have a look out for them. Cheers, Johnny On Sun, 7 Feb 2021 at 04:13, Graham Spencer wrote: > I had the same issue with mine a decade ago. Never cared for them. My > solution was

Re: [RBW] Re: Play & Slipping with Silver Bar End Shifters

sily lost, > cosmetic, chromed, domed locknut. > > > On Sun, Feb 7, 2021 at 4:22 AM Den John wrote: > >> Thanks everyone. I'm in Europe so those Simplex Retrofriction come up >> every so often on places other than ebay. I'll have a look out for them. >> &g

Re: [RBW] Rivendell vs Crust! Which is Better?

wood Mac. Tend to get dismissed as lightweight pop, but did some innovative stuff in their time. Bruce Gordon> John Lydon. Bit scary, tends to rub people up the wrong way, but a major influence. Crust> David Bowie. Flirting with all kinds of different identities. A bit erratic but alway

Re: [RBW] Re: Rivendell vs Crust! Which is Better?

don't want that particular one for myself. I > definitely can't say that about Surly or New Albion. In a way, both > companies are a bit like custom builders because of that, you feel a > personal connection. I think that is what the makes the Rivendell vs Crust > compariso

Re: [RBW] Re: Rivendell vs Crust! Which is Better?

od, and went against the heavy rock/punk scene in the late 70s, forging > his own way. > > On Friday, February 12, 2021 at 2:30:51 AM UTC-5 john...@gmail.com wrote: > >> I absolutely agree with Ben's point about how both Rivendell and Crust >> have tried to build up a su

[RBW] WTB: I need a miracle…

"I got a feelin' And it won't go away, oh no Just one thing and I'll be OK I need a miracle [to ride] every day" Short of a miracle, by just a hair, I'm hoping that someone out there in Riv-land might have a Toyo/MUSA Atlantis that needs more riding than it's currently getting. I'm looki

[RBW] Re: WTB: I need a miracle…

would be the way to go. Cheers, John On Wednesday, February 17, 2021 at 1:58:54 AM UTC+9 Bill Lindsay wrote: > Nowhere close to your requested miracle, but there is a big (60cm) > first-generation Hillborne on ebay. The seller claims to be a 92PBH, so > the setup would not be a lot

[RBW] Re: WTB: I need a miracle…

Hey Tim, I love the aesthetic of the double-top tube, but the functionality of stiffening the bike with a little bit of a load is also appealing. Cheers, John On Thursday, February 18, 2021 at 5:04:44 AM UTC+9 Tim Tetrault wrote: > As someone who has a 2TT Hillborne, I'm curious why

[RBW] Re: WTB: I need a miracle…

Thank you again Bill for your insight on the two frames. I'll definitely consider your thoughts as I look more carefully into this. Cheers, John On Thursday, February 18, 2021 at 11:09:43 AM UTC+9 John Rinker wrote: > Hey Tim, > > I love the aesthetic of the double-top

Re: [RBW] FS MUSA Hunqapillar complete 58cm

That's a super beautiful bike, Alex. Does it come with the cat? Best of luck with the sale and the existential crisis that follows. Cheers. On Friday, February 19, 2021 at 5:24:15 AM UTC+9 Alex Wirth- Owner, Yellow Haus Bicycles wrote: > Thanks Max! > > I know, it's a bit wild that I posted it

[RBW] Re: WTB: I need a miracle…

ared > > > > On Wednesday, February 17, 2021 at 6:25:14 PM UTC-8 John Rinker wrote: > >> Thank you again Bill for your insight on the two frames. I'll definitely >> consider your thoughts as I look more carefully into this. >> >> Cheers, >> John >

[RBW] Re: FS MUSA Hunqapillar complete 58cm

ou decide to part it out, you'd have a buyer for the frame! -John Alexandria, VA On Wednesday, February 17, 2021 at 9:57:37 AM UTC-5 Alex Wirth- Owner, Yellow Haus Bicycles wrote: > Hi All, > I'm putting my beloved Hunq up for sale. It's one of those iconic bikes > that

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: Rivendell Roadini and Ritchey Ascent

Do you know the size? On Tue, Feb 23, 2021 at 3:16 PM Eric Daume wrote: > Sold long ago. > > Eric > > On Tuesday, February 23, 2021, 'hobie' via RBW Owners Bunch < > rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com> wrote: > >> Is the Ritchey Ascent still for sale? What size is it? Thanks >> >> On Monday, Sept

[RBW] Re: WTB: I need a miracle…

Bump 64cm Atlantis. Still haven't uncrossed my fingers and toes. On Saturday, February 20, 2021 at 2:44:18 PM UTC+9 John Rinker wrote: > Thanks, Jared. Always found it much easier to find that elusive ticket and > it was always one hell of a ride! > > On Saturday, February 20

[RBW] Changes to 2020 Sam Hillborne geometry?

The recent batch size naming has changed — i.e. the frames formerly known as 55 and 58 are now 54 and 57. Anyone know how the geometry changed? The charts still reflect the old sizing. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To u

Re: [RBW] Re: Talk Me Out of Building My Own Wheels

If you don't want to cough up for a book, I found the Barnett Manual section on wheel building excellent. The system for spoke lacing is really clear and systematic. I've probably built 10 or so sets of wheels, and with the BM I never got into trouble with lacing up. You should be able to find a

[RBW] Re: Convert to Tubeless?

Thanks for that link Andrew. Very detailed. -John On Sunday, March 7, 2021 at 8:13:24 AM UTC-8 Andrew Turner wrote: > I second Analog tubeless tape. Really great stuff. Here's another tutorial > for tubeless if needed: http://www.omtm.cc/tire-talk > > On Sunday, March 7, 2021

Re: [RBW] Fattest Tire on a QB?

Specialized Fatboy 45s, although I've recently gone back to 32s https://flic.kr/p/2hFGfWf John G Union Bridge, MD On Monday, March 29, 2021 at 9:52:45 AM UTC-4 Patch T wrote: > Edit: by ROSE I meant RACE. The names are confusing to me still. > > > On Monday, March 29, 2021 at

[RBW] Re: Helicopter tape recommendation requested (a specific name or URL)

I use ISC Racers Tape Surface Guard Tape (not to be confused with the regular Racers Tape, which is cloth based like duct tape), both for frame protection and to route dynamo wires along frame tubes: it keeps the wires fr

[RBW] Atlantis spotting

Watching a completely un-bike related video on Youtube about the Maryland Eastern shore community of San Domingo, I was pleasantly surprised to see what I think is an Atlantis at Minute 1:58 and again at 3:10. Also the video about the community is fascinating and well worth the watch. John G

[RBW] Re: Atlantis spotting

Duh https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qTzMPFh73nw On Thursday, April 1, 2021 at 1:52:24 PM UTC-4 John G wrote: > Watching a completely un-bike related video on Youtube about the Maryland > Eastern shore community of San Domingo, I was pleasantly surprised to see > what I think is an

[RBW] Re: Brevets on Rivs -- 2021 Dillon Beach 200k

Here in NJ, where the gravel is scarce but the roads are battered, I tend to grab my Roadeo for longer rides. Those have been scarce this year, what with a newborn, but the Roadeo really is a wonderful brevet bike. The handling is delightful, it climbs like a goat, and even on a slightly-too-sm

[RBW] Re: Brevets on Rivs -- 2021 Dillon Beach 200k

th it IMHO. On Monday, August 16, 2021 at 4:08:27 PM UTC-4 John G. wrote: > Here in NJ, where the gravel is scarce but the roads are battered, I tend > to grab my Roadeo for longer rides. Those have been scarce this year, what > with a newborn, but the Roadeo really is a wonderful br

[RBW] Re: question re twisted Brooks saddle

Jim, I've had this exact thing happen, but only on a Brooks Swift that got soaked a few too many times. My B17 Select and B17 Imperial do not have a similar twisting pattern. It looks weird, but it's pretty comfortable. On Monday, August 16, 2021 at 7:49:50 PM UTC-4 cycli...@gmail.com wrote: >

Re: [RBW] Re: Brevets on Rivs -- 2021 Dillon Beach 200k

Brian I: I've actually ridden some of those roads when NJ Randonneurs organized a "half-dirty" two years ago. It's absolutely lovely out there, and your official routes look great. Do I spy a pic of Hacklebarney on the event page? I'll be interested in riding it next

[RBW] Re: For Sale: wheels, tires, nitto, Sugino

Private message sent for brake levers and thunderburts. thanks, John On Friday, August 20, 2021 at 4:34:30 AM UTC-6 jeffbog...@hotmail.com wrote: > Wheels: > > 700c 32/32 LX hubs / Synergy rims built by Rich Lesnik - $225 > > 700c 36/36 XT hubs / Mavic A719 rims - $125 > &g

[RBW] Marin Larkspur - any thoughts?

Hello all, My LBS has a Marin Larkspur 2 in stock. When I saw it in the shop, my first thought was that it's a knock-off of the Clem-L or Platypus. https://www.marinbikes.com/bikes/family/larkspur I'm interested in this bike because my wife has expressed an interest in gravel riding/easy mou

[RBW] Re: Toyo Atlantis- Classic frame, New build

Hey Matthew, Did you get the width of your axle figured out for your double crank? If so, I'd like to hear (and see) how your build came out. Cheers, John On Friday, July 9, 2021 at 1:09:13 AM UTC+9 Matthew P wrote: > Awesome John. > Neat crankset. I'm almost done building up

[RBW] Re: Rivs, jigs & DIY

ound. I've built a lot of > them, some for our warehouse and others for hardwood storage. > > And I'm into shops so I'm looking at everything — looks like the wood > stove is out of commission? > > On Thursday, August 26, 2021 at 6:35:12 AM UTC-4 John Rinke

[RBW] Re: Rivs, jigs & DIY

UTC+9 brendonoid wrote: > This is really neat. I think I get how this works but can you give us a > little explanation of your design ideas and its functionality/problems? > > Thanks for sharing! > > On Thursday, 26 August 2021 at 18:35:12 UTC+8 John Rinker wrote: > >> I don

[RBW] Re: Rivs, jigs & DIY

Copy away, Brendon! I believe Picasso said, 'All great artists steal' so there's definitely no shame to be had. Cheers,John On Thursday, August 26, 2021 at 9:15:27 PM UTC+9 brendonoid wrote: > This is such a great piece of DIY I plan to shamelessly copy! > > On Thursd

[RBW] Re: Rivs, jigs & DIY

say >> El Cerrito, CA >> >> On Thursday, August 26, 2021 at 3:35:12 AM UTC-7 John Rinker wrote: >> >>> I don't know, there's something about the intersection of Rivendell >>> ethos, futzing with things, and self-reliance that strikes a chord with

[RBW] Re: Rivs, jigs & DIY

the most jealous is your tidy work surface. I need to do a little > bit more tidying, and less accumulation of bits... > > add it to the list... > > Bill Lindsay > El Cerrito, CA > > On Thursday, August 26, 2021 at 3:35:12 AM UTC-7 John Rinker wrote: > >> I don'

[RBW] Re: What made you a bikey?

d allowed me to connect with natural, remote places. But, most importantly, each bike I have ridden has brought me closer to understanding and appreciating my place in this beautifully complex mystery. I guess that's 'bikey'! Cheers, John On Saturday, September 4, 2021 at 3:0

[RBW] Re: Seeking Sam Hillborne brochure 👀

Any chance you would send me one as well? I have a 62cm double top tube. Thanks! On Saturday, September 4, 2021 at 3:07:12 PM UTC-6 eric...@gmail.com wrote: > Wow! That is very awesome of you both -- THANK YOU! > > On Saturday, September 4, 2021 at 4:41:27 PM UTC-4 steve wrote: > >> Eric, >> I

[RBW] Re: Share More Riv Riding Pics

>From earlier this summer. Explorations in PA and MD. https://flic.kr/p/2m9xKQE https://flic.kr/p/2m6mSwS https://flic.kr/p/2m6mSwS https://flic.kr/p/2mfAC9A https://flic.kr/p/2m6i5wP John G Union Bridge, MD On Thursday, September 9, 2021 at 2:27:29 PM UTC-4 Paul in Dallas wr

Re: [RBW] Share More Riv Riding Pics

with same hub spacings, etc., of the AWOL, they gave me an entire new Diverge, which is turning out to be a pretty fun ride. https://flic.kr/p/2mhn8PN John G UB, MD On Friday, September 10, 2021 at 11:56:52 AM UTC-4 rickur...@gmail.com wrote: > I can’t tell. It’s a close up of a brown fr

Re: [RBW] Re: The Doctor Who Cycled Around the World

London (from Japan), search Stephen out, buy him a few pints and hear the stories first hand. Maybe I'll even retrace some of his steps. Cheers, John On Thursday, September 16, 2021 at 4:22:58 PM UTC+9 Joe Bernard wrote: > Oh Kate 😂 > 500 miles with no training or prep is

Re: [RBW] Re: The Doctor Who Cycled Around the World

Thanks Joe. Turns out I had to listen to it on the Apple podcast app for the final 6 min. Brilliant story with a fine payoff. Cheers. On Monday, September 20, 2021 at 4:31:50 PM UTC+9 Joe Bernard wrote: > John, it's 15 minutes into 20 Years Later, it's an extra tacked on the e

[RBW] Re: Mid-80 steel frames that could be Roadini standins

I can't believe I almost missed a chance to comment on my favorite topic! You, my friend, are looking for a Regular Ass Road Bike. There are a ton of good suggestions here. Here's my take as a Roadeo owner with a stable of RARBs from the late 70s/early 80s: - I love my Roadeo, but I also love

[RBW] Re: Show Me Your Roadeo!

lantis, I never would've sold the Atlantis. But I really wanted a Go Fast that fit wide tires and wouldn't beat the crap out of me, and the Roadeo is exactly that. On Monday, September 20, 2021 at 6:16:49 PM UTC-4 Tim Bantham wrote: > Thanks Matt and John, > > Both bikes are exam

[RBW] Re: Show Me Your Roadeo!

Tim, try bikeinsights.com. You should be able to compare your Sam to a 63cm Roadeo. On Tuesday, September 21, 2021 at 1:59:24 PM UTC-4 Tim Bantham wrote: > Thank you all for sharing and commenting about your Roadeo's. This gives > me something to go on as I contemplate one for myself. > > To t

[RBW] Re: WTB: Acorn handlebar bag (older version)

Bump. On Thursday, September 23, 2021 at 4:44:56 AM UTC+9 ack...@gmail.com wrote: > I have an extra, as I will be replacing it with a small Fabios chest. Let > me know if you are still interested. It is beige/tan > Alex > > On Tuesday, September 21, 2021 at 9:42:36 PM UTC-7 Jo

Re: [RBW] Share More Riv Riding Pics

Getting the feet wet in Little Pipe Creek before the water gets too cold. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51550121489_2b11b48b3e_b.jpg";> John G Union Bridge, MD On Friday, October 1, 2021 at 5:52:47 PM UTC-4 Paul Richardson wrote: > chris: yes i was referring to your photo!

[RBW] Re: And the winner of best handlebar is....

light trail riding. The bullmooses obvs for offroading. For road and long distance (and some trails), the albastache are a great all around choice. They're comfortable, the brakes are on the right spot, and you've got plenty of hand placement choices. john On Tuesday, October 5, 2021

Re: [RBW] Adventure Novels

Another +1 for Patrick O'Brian. If you're not sure about Aubrey-Maturin, check out Voyage to Samarkand. Rosemary Sutcliff wrote a bunch of classic historical adventure novels for kids in the 50s and 60s. They're quite textually sophisticated and much more complex than today's YA. Well worth a re

[RBW] Fendering a Clem

Before I order a set of B65 SKS Fenders, is there anything I need to know about chainstay length and fender stays? Will the SKS fit a Clem with the stock stays? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group

[RBW] Re: Fendering a Clem

y length. The > mounting points for the fender stays at the dropout move with the dropout. > If you run a really large diameter tire, that may need a longer stay. > > Laing > Delray Beach FL > > On Monday, November 8, 2021 at 11:41:42 AM UTC-5 John G. wrote: > >> Before

[RBW] Re: 2021 Appaloosa video

That was supremely pleasant. On Wednesday, November 10, 2021 at 6:38:33 PM UTC-5 Roberta wrote: > What a fabulous video. Beautiful bike, scenery, music. Thank you for > sharing. The Joe A is a fabulous bike. > > On Wednesday, November 10, 2021 at 1:09:33 PM UTC-5 eric...@gmail.com > wrote: >

Re: [RBW] NBD: Clem L

Build details, please! On Tuesday, November 16, 2021 at 6:31:39 AM UTC-5 Andrew Huston wrote: > Curious, what’s the clearance with the Ehlines? Those big tires make it > look great! > > On Monday, November 15, 2021 at 10:20:52 PM UTC-5 Doug H. wrote: > >> I didn't order it so it was a freebie. M

Re: [RBW] NBD: Clem L

8 AM UTC-5 Doug H. wrote: > >> Andrew, I'll take a couple photos showing the clearance but I think you >> could fit wider. John, the build is 1x with 38 tooth front chainring and >> trouser guard. 10 speed 11-46 cassette and Deore derailleur. Tosco bars >> with a Nitto

Re: [RBW] More...Autumn in Japan

:22:09 PM UTC+9 Steven Sweedler wrote: > John, I also enjoyed your pictures, especially the last one which looks > like a Maple in its finest fall glory. I’m guessing its an Acer palmatum in > it natural habitat. I grow this as an ornamental in my yard, seems silly > to use its comm

[RBW] Re: Blue Lug shop tour

Blue Lug in Hatagaya! An awesome bike shop with some very fine dudes working there. In particular, Chuyan is a heck of a guy! On Monday, November 29, 2021 at 12:12:39 PM UTC+9 ezre...@gmail.com wrote: > https://youtu.be/CcIEsp-n4no > I thought this video tour of Blue Lug would be of interest to

Re: [RBW] Re: Great Blue Homers

I ended up deciding to buy a Homer complete. Crashed my wet-weather bike last Monday and separated my shoulder. Took it as a sign that I need fatter tires and more stable handling. I have an 90 pbh and I'm going with a 58, which surprised me, since I would've been a 61.5 last time. Worried it'll

[RBW] Re: Susie v. Clem Help Me Off The Fence

The Clem L is an excellent bike for all around riding. I ride it on trails, on roads, and light "mountain biking". The Susie (which I've never tried), looks like a more offroad mountain bike, and if you're doing more of that, maybe the Susie is your thing. But if you're looking for an all rounde

Re: [RBW] Re: Great Blue Homers

r than A23s. > > Laing > > > On Monday, November 29, 2021 at 11:18:39 AM UTC-5 John G. wrote: > >> I ended up deciding to buy a Homer complete. Crashed my wet-weather bike >> last Monday and separated my shoulder. Took it as a sign that I need fatter >> tires and

[RBW] Re: More...Autumn in Japan

Thanks, Takashi. That must be the alps in the background. Ski season is fast approaching! Cheers, John On Monday, November 29, 2021 at 10:38:32 PM UTC+9 Takashi wrote: > Thank you John, I enjoyed your pictures. > When I was living in Kanagawa and Chiba I have visited Tanzawa several &

[RBW] Re: A Hunq

I thought Hunq frames were Waterford and forks were Taiwan? Doesn't really matter. A Hunq was my first Riv and I really regret selling it, though at the time I needed a good road bike more than I needed the Hunq. On Wednesday, December 8, 2021 at 9:30:01 AM UTC-5 Marc Irwin wrote: > [image: IMG

[RBW] Where is Deacon Patrick?

e Deacon- 'grin'. Cheers. John -- 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 view this

[RBW] Re: Where is Deacon Patrick?

Thank you, Garth. I certainly don't mean of open a can of worms on this. I really just wanted to know where he'd gone. I appreciate the link. Cheers, John On Sunday, December 26, 2021 at 11:02:13 PM UTC+9 MoVelo wrote: > Garth > > Thank you so much for this info. I too

Re: [RBW] From One Curious Photo . . . .

Well, this is cool! Now, is someone other than me on the lookout for a copy of the May 1973 Nat Geo article which features '26 pages about bicycling'? That'd be a fun timepiece to see! Thanks Garth! On Tuesday, December 28, 2021 at 1:51:14 AM UTC+9 Patrick Moore wrote: > I mean "multiple cogs

[RBW] Re: Where is Deacon Patrick?

Good to know. Thanks Joel. On Tuesday, December 28, 2021 at 7:02:41 AM UTC+9 Joel S wrote: > I sent him an email from the link provided above and got a very quick > reply. He is well and happy. > > > > On Sunday, December 26, 2021 at 8:09:34 PM UTC-5 John Rinker wrote: >

Re: [RBW] From One Curious Photo . . . .

After reading the 'Shakedown Alaska' article, I'm now more intrigued with Dave Sorenson, the 'casual' tourer, on his alba-barred 3-speed. One can only wonder, 'Where is Dave now?' Perhaps a member of this group? Super fun reading! On Tuesday, December 28, 2

Re: [RBW] From One Curious Photo . . . .

Whoa, Garth! You da' man! Thank you very much for your diggin' deep. PFM? Cheers, John On Tuesday, December 28, 2021 at 7:13:13 PM UTC+9 Garth wrote: > Gotta love all these cool looking and timeless Bicycles ! > What's funny is that their experiences read as releva

[RBW] Re: My Frank Jones Sr is finally where I want it

I've never ridden one, but on paper, I think the Frank Jones Sr is one of the best things Rivendell ever did. I would've ordered one if they'd come in larger sizes. This build is great! On Tuesday, December 28, 2021 at 1:44:04 PM UTC-5 nlerner wrote: > On Tuesday, December 28, 2021 at 12:45:51

Re: [RBW] Bike storage solutions: 5 or 6 bikes, fenders

amp;sr=8-13> works great. Mine is just high enough so the tires are about an inch off the floor so you don't have to lift very high. I just roll the tire up the wall and hook it in. Pretty easy and very inexpesive. Cheers, John On Saturday, January 1, 2022 at 7:41:56 AM UTC+9 eric...@gmai

Re: [RBW] Bike storage solutions: 5 or 6 bikes, fenders

ad one Riv, and it never sits around long enough to warrant storage on a rack. Cheers, John On Saturday, January 1, 2022 at 10:41:29 AM UTC+9 Joe Bernard wrote: > John, > > How do you deal with the rear fender? My concern with the vertical hanging > business is she'll be dragging

[RBW] Re: Clem for bikepacking?

cking bike. Underbikepacking, as it were. https://flic.kr/p/X5m8o Cheers, John G Union Bridge, MD On Monday, January 10, 2022 at 11:52:37 PM UTC-5 iamkeith wrote: > Keep in mind that interior frame bags and everything cages and > cantilevered soft bags and a lot of that other, now-common

[RBW] Re: Lay-aways

Dear William, Computers? Strictly for amateurs. We have abacuses, slide rules, and No. 2 pencils at Rivendell, and we're not afraid to use them. Cheers, John at RBW On Mar 1, 12:51 pm, William wrote: > I am very fond of Rivendell as a business and I am possibly even more &

[RBW] Re: Lay-aways

Thank you, Thomas. Much appreciated. Cheers, John at RBW PS: According to the dictionary, abacuses or abaci are both correct. http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/abacus On Mar 2, 1:52 am, Thomas Lynn Skean wrote: > Wouldn't that be "abaci"? > > Also, you'v

[RBW] If you have a minute, please read this

and consider signing the attached petition. http://www.rivbike.com/blogs/knothole_post/336 Thank you, John at RBW -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegrou

Re: [RBW] Re: Sturmey s3x or s2 on a Quickbeam?

27;d rather go fixed or just singlespeed. The extra gear on the 2 speed was way too high -- and I think I was running a 40x18 or so. -- John Speare Spokane, WA USA http://cyclingspokane.blogspot.com/ -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch

[RBW] Re: If you have a minute, please read this

Just to clarify, though, Allan, SmileTrain hasn't been like that. It's thoroughly vetted and we have felt good about giving to them. We are hopeful this will be averted, and we will continue to do so. Cheers, John at RBW On Mar 2, 4:38 pm, Allan in Portland wrote: > Wow, th

[RBW] Re: If you have a minute, please read this - NYTimes article

benefit. http://www.ifcfilms.com/films/the-art-of-the-steal All the best, John On Mar 2, 7:25 pm, Joan Oppel wrote: > Here's a link to a recent New York Times article that describes some of the > controversial parts of the merger and Mr. Wang's actions.  It's worth reading

[RBW] Re: If you have a minute, please read this - NYTimes article

y RBW-specific, in case you haven't visited it recently). Now, back to the regularly scheduled program, already in progress Thank you! John at Rivendell On Mar 3, 10:59 am, CycloFiend wrote: > on 3/3/11 8:56 AM, bicyclebill at b...@wbpnet.com wrote: > > > Am I alone in tr

Re: [RBW] hiawatha posters

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[RBW] Re: Bismarck, North Dakota

That's *quite* a change! Cheers, John at RBW On Mar 8, 8:56 am, cm wrote: > I recently moved from Tucson to Bismarck and was wondering if anyone > out there is in this area or has any experience riding in the area. I > know there are some bike paths around the city but was looki

Re: [RBW] New CoPilot

many great memories of chattering away with Maddie while we tooled around town on daily, otherwise mundane errands. She was into signaling and ringing the bell too. Fun times. http://johndogfood.com/john/reduced/03-30-06%20006.jpg Yes -- Albatross bars make this set up a breeze. John -- John Speare

Re: [RBW] SKS Fender Stays

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Re: [RBW] Re: AMOS... AndyUndertube

act, chances are it wasn't > designed for a 200 pound rider. > > I agree that it probably wasn't designed for a 290'er, but it better be designed for a 220'er at least. I see lots of big big dudes around here on fly-weight carbon bikes with low-spoke-count wheels. -- John S

Re: [RBW] Re: How are those winter projects coming?

market, and I'll be setting it up more civilized >> > over the next month or so. I picked up a Sugino compact double from >> > VO for $90. I'm even considering keeping the tubulars for a while. >> > Has anyone tried the Vittoria Pave 27mm tubulars? Those look &

[RBW] FS: earlier years (ie. fancy lugs) Rambouillet 62cm and Quickbeam 61cm. Complete bikes, nice builds.

Photos are available to seriously interested parties. Please don't ask to see the photos if you're just thinking these are nice sounding rides and you'd like to see them in all their glory. Email for photos and offers please. Thank you again for entertaining this post. Most cordiall

Re: [RBW] Re: fs: Rivendell A. Homer Hilsen

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Re: [RBW] Longest ride of the year on the Hillborne

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Re: [RBW] Re: Grease and Beeswax

tub-o-grease from the auto parts store. For m5 bolts that I want to stay put (upside-down fender connections) I just use the blue loctite. Otherwise -- John Speare Spokane, WA USA http://cyclingspokane.blogspot.com/ -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups &qu

Re: [RBW] Marathon tires - Dureme vs. Supreme

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[RBW] Re: Fwd: RR43 Link Update

Dear Steve and all, We will have a PDF of the Reader in the next week or so. This was a sneak peak for our members and friends. We need to do a final final proofreading of it, but wanted to add it to the email update. All the best, John at Rivendell On May 5, 5:53 pm, Steve Palincsar wrote

Re: [RBW] 3 speed shifter on Albatross bar?

On Mon, May 9, 2011 at 10:33 PM, rcnute wrote: > Has anyone tried this?  Any tips?  Thanks! > > Ryan > I've tried it. No tips. It works. http://johndogfood.com/john/images/wb-w8.jpg -- John Speare Spokane, WA USA http://cyclingspokane.blogspot.com/ -- You received this me

Re: [RBW] Re: Lawyer Lips?

0/ozF6VlVCqIw/s1600/Bridgestone_QR.jpg GP seems like the last bike-related person in the world that should be at the end of a "negligent" QR lawsuit... if that's what it really is about. -- John Speare Spokane, WA USA http://cyclingspokane.blogspot.com/ -- You received this messa

Re: [RBW] A Little More Vanilla

Since your on the subject I guess Ill throw mine in the ring. http://www.flickr.com/photos/42587323@N08/4423596995/in/photostream On May 14, 2011, at 8:32 PM, reynoldslugs wrote: > Fat Tire Flyer; very nice climber, fabulous on steep twisty descents > on awful pavement. Love the Paul M-Racers an

[RBW] chiming in:

Been reading this forum for a while, bit by the biking bug sometime last year and found Grant's philosophy comforting and welcoming. Also riding a Surly LHT, although didn't test it first and my LBS sized it a shade too small so I'm stretched out and leaning over more than I'd like. Still managed

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