[RBW] Did you have a 2018 cycling goal? Did you achieve it?

I can...” Outside of planned rides, I look for any excuse to ride—like from Berkeley/El Cerrito to Walnut Creek to buy an Irish Strap at Riv. And like John, Gabriel and some others, this has corresponded this year to entirely qutting the car. Sean -- You received this message because you are

[RBW] Possible issue with Nitto Tallux stem and Nitto Albatross bars

Hello! Has anyone experienced and slippage with this setup? I know i have the correct sizes, but it keeps slipping when the bolt is tightened. I'm afraid to keep hammering down on the bolt and damaging anything. How tight is too tight? Any tips? Thanks. -Sean -- You received this me

Re: [RBW] Possible issue with Nitto Tallux stem and Nitto Albatross bars

The bars rotate down within the stem when weight is applied to the bars. "Hammering" down on the bolt = over-tightening the clamp. On Friday, December 28, 2018 at 11:49:42 AM UTC-6, Eric Norris wrote: > > Sean: > > What’s slipping? The bars in the stem, or the stem in th

Re: [RBW] Possible issue with Nitto Tallux stem and Nitto Albatross bars

, December 28, 2018 at 12:02:25 PM UTC-6, Bob Lovejoy wrote: > > Sean, are you absolutely sure of the clamp size of the stem you have? The > Albatross bars are spec'ed at 25.4 (I believe) and the Tallux stem is > available in 25.4 or 26.0. A 26.0 version would cause what you are

Re: [RBW] Possible issue with Nitto Tallux stem and Nitto Albatross bars

it’s going to be a little harder than usual to keep > them from rotating. > > --Eric Norris > campyo...@me.com > @CampyOnlyguy (Twitter/Instagram) > > On Dec 28, 2018, at 9:52 AM, Sean B. > > wrote: > > The bars rotate down within the stem when weight is applied

[RBW] Re: An LBS success story for a change: Blue Heron Bikes

domanance, but I do think that if one feels that bikeshops and the local community they’re a part of is meaningful, then it’s important to support them. Sean -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this grou

[RBW] Re: MIT AHH reviews?

I've got one, but I have yet to ride it. Still building it currently and this winter has been brutal. I would like to know what some other have said about the MIT AHH. On Friday, February 1, 2019 at 11:47:09 AM UTC-6, Matt Beecher wrote: > > Since I have not found a Quickbeam, I have been consid

[RBW] Re: Fenders

A little leather under each mounting bracket will help silence the rattling. On Wednesday, February 13, 2019 at 10:23:27 AM UTC-6, Bill Schairer wrote: > > I’ve ridden with fenders off and on going way back. I’ve only used > plastic fenders and never paid too much attention to the cosmetics of

[RBW] Re: FS: 51cm Appaloosa full bike or frame and 50cm MIT Atlantis frame

Ash, Have you have you decided if you'll ship either of these frames? On Wednesday, February 13, 2019 at 4:29:35 PM UTC-6, Ash wrote: > > Selling two Rivs to build two new Rivs. > > > For now Bay Area only, until I figure out shipping logistics. > > MIT Atlantis 50cm Frame - $1,100 > > 2017 gre

[RBW] Re: Balance Bikes for Bouncing Babies

TLDR; Kokua LikeABike Jumper! By far the favorite of my kids. Long Version: I like to think I've had a pretty good sampling of bikes for the littles. Our stable consists of: Balance Bikes (all 12") - Kokua LikeABike Jumper, Yedoo TooToo, Islabike Rothan 14" Pedal - Islabike CNOC 16" Pedal -

[RBW] Re: Coffee grinders -- I **know** that this is NOT off topic!

Conical burr grinders are your friend. This is the one I use daily: https://www.amazon.com/Baratza-Encore-Conical-Coffee-Grinder/dp/B007F183LK/ref=zg_bs_14092821_4/140-2207164-7992160?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=A2DM02FNTSFEYG6CE5R9 Also, I would never suggest buying in bulk or freezing. Buy fre

Re: [RBW] Re: Coffee grinders -- I **know** that this is NOT off topic!

atrick Moore wrote: > > Thanks, Sean. That looks inviting, but it's quite a bit larger than I need > (or that would be easy to store in my small coffee/tea cabinet). Is there a > conical burr grinder that is smaller and suitable for no more than 3 cups > of coffee, which

[RBW] FS: Brooks B67 & B67s Saddles (cross post from iBob)

I picked these up for a tandem project I'm slowly piecing together; old steel Nashbar frame, BMC fork, Albatross bars, 700x43 RnRs, Pauls, alloy fenders, racks, Schmidt dynamo, etc. The hope is it will allow my girlfriend and I to avoid taking the car on shorter 1-3 mile in town and evening tr

[RBW] Riv-ish bike shop in Ann Arbor?

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Re: [RBW] Re: Riv-ish bike shop in Ann Arbor?

Thanks Jack! I didn't know about Student Bike Shop (I left Ann Arbor in 5th grade, in fact). ~Sean On Fri, Apr 5, 2019 at 9:49 AM Jack K wrote: > When I head back to A2 there are 3 shops I like to visit, though I'm not a > good judge of how Riv-ish they are: > >- M

[RBW] Re: Front Rack For Big Wald Baskets

I have a Porteur Rack if others are looking for one: https://sfbay.craigslist.org/eby/bop/6860316481.html Sean -- 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, sen

Re: [RBW] Riv-ish bike shop in Ann Arbor?

Thank you! On Mon, Apr 8, 2019 at 09:45 Nathan Phipps wrote: > Hiya, Sean. > > I’m in A2. Depending on size, I may be able to lend you something from my > fleet of Riv and Bob adjacent bikes and recommend some routes and spots ;-) > > Send me a PM. > > -- > You receiv

[RBW] Re: FT: My 54.5cm MIT AHH for your 54cm AHH or Saluki

My PBH is 78.74cm and I have a 51cm AHH. It's slightly small, but the 54.5 would be too big. I do like the stand over though because of stop lights and whatnot. On Monday, April 8, 2019 at 2:30:07 PM UTC-5, phil k wrote: > > I currently have a 54.5 MIT AHH. I just built it up. It rides well, bu

[RBW] WT: 66cm Riv Ramboulliet for a 62-64cm Riv

Purchased a Riv Ramboulliet this weekend on eBay that was listed as a 64cm. Unfortunately, it is a 66cm and a bit too tall. The bike had only about 125 miles on it. It is in excellent shape with some minor paint scratches. I would love to trade the frameset for a 62-64cm Riv. Sean Conroy

Re: [RBW] Re: WT: 66cm Riv Ramboulliet for a 62-64cm Riv

Thanks for all the responses. I'll post pictures over the weekend. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.

[RBW] Re: New Here. I am thinking of selling my Betty Foy, any advice on value?

Cinzaw, I can't give you a price. But what size is it? Might be interested once you come up with a price. -- 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

Re: [RBW] Re: What're the best cantilever brakes out there?

I run Tektro 720s on my lock up/commuter/porteur and they work just fine with salmon pads, clearing inflated RTPs with ease. I've Pauls on another nicer bike and prefer them over the Tektro 720s, they're the best cantis I've used. However, so long as they're decent brakes, i.e. any of the menti

[RBW] Re: FS: Bosco + Nitto Stem + Paul Brakes + Misha Grips

I would not call your price too high. I am wondering about your levers, though. Paul Love Levers are for long pull brakes. Cantis, side, and center pull brakes all use Paul's canti levers. Are you sure you have the loves? That could be throwing people. -- You received this message because you

[RBW] New bike woes - Albatross bars and Brooks B17 Special saddle

Hey Bunch! So I've recently set up my new MIT AHH with the albatross bars and the B17 special. I've only ridden it about half a dozen times (approx 50-60 miles). I know there's to be some breaking in for the Brooks. But I'm wondering if the B17 was the wrong choice with the upright Albatross ba

[RBW] Re: New bike woes - Albatross bars and Brooks B17 Special saddle

I believe it was today (hitting the saddle), as it's the only time riding this set up that I've had the issue. I was riding a bit different to lighten the load on my sit bones. I would like to move the saddle further back a bit but cant due to the rails. On Monday, April 22, 2019 at 12:24:32

[RBW] Re: New bike woes - Albatross bars and Brooks B17 Special saddle

On Monday, April 22, 2019 at 12:42:50 PM UTC-5, Adam Leibow wrote: > > with upright riding positions people usually tilt the nose of the saddle > up a little more than you'd expect. try that? > > On Monday, April 22, 2019 at 10:16:30 AM UTC-7, Sean B. wrote: >> &

[RBW] Re: New bike woes - Albatross bars and Brooks B17 Special saddle

at 10:16:30 AM UTC-7, Sean B. wrote: >> >> Hey Bunch! >> >> So I've recently set up my new MIT AHH with the albatross bars and the >> B17 special. I've only ridden it about half a dozen times (approx 50-60 >> miles). I know there's to be some bre

[RBW] Re: New bike woes - Albatross bars and Brooks B17 Special saddle

Thanks Joe! What did you end up going with? I really like these bars, even went with a longer stem like Grant recommended. I might try another seat post. VO has one with 30mm of set back, I'm not sure what my current is so will have to measure or call. Then again I might just abandon upright-n

[RBW] Re: New bike woes - Albatross bars and Brooks B17 Special saddle

26:44 PM UTC-5, John Phillips wrote: > > Sean, what is the reach of the stem you're using with the Albatross bars? > And what is the setback of the seatpost you're using? > > On my AHH, I'm using a Nitton S83 seatpost with 2cm setback, and Noodle > bars with an 8cm

[RBW] Re: New bike woes - Albatross bars and Brooks B17 Special saddle

Does anyone think a seat post with an additional 1cm setback would make any difference? On Monday, April 22, 2019 at 2:28:28 PM UTC-5, John Phillips wrote: > > Joe, I would concur as I have an 11cm Tallux and Alba's on my Hunqapillar > (original build from RBW), and I'm thinking about moving to

Re: [RBW] Re: Hand-Cranked Coffee Grinder Recommendation

e the papers inside a hat, close my eyes and pick the winner. Sean On Tue, Apr 23, 2019 at 11:14 AM Alex from the North wrote: > Is that a mortar and pestle? > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to a topic in the > Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch&

Re: [RBW] Re: Hand-Cranked Coffee Grinder Recommendation

than the Porlex. However, it is not so large that I cannot carry it with me on a bicycle camping trip. I also feel fairly confident that the glass on the Hario grinder is thick enough that durability will not be a problem. Sean On Wed, Apr 24, 2019 at 12:19 AM ant ritchey wrote: > Hario Sker

Re: [RBW] Re: 58 Ram on EBay

post of the week, lol On Wednesday, April 24, 2019 at 11:24:09 AM UTC-5, John McBurney wrote: > > I’ve heard 6 fingers can be a problem. > > https://images.app.goo.gl/2cctQ9QbPdy3Y6ybA > > John > > On Wed, Apr 24, 2019 at 12:02 PM sameness > > wrote: > >> I scaled the photos and figured out it w

[RBW] FS: Nitto Wool Jersey, Honey Brooks B17 Special, Arkel T-42 & T-28 Panniers

condition (one weekend jaunt) with never used matching Arkel raincovers. $185 Full set of above Arkel T-42 panniers, raincovers, and near new condition Arkel T-28s: $275 All prices include shipping in lower US. Pickup locally and save. Sean in Mpls https://www.flickr.com/photos/66219337@N06

[RBW] Question on BB Spindle Length

I'm replacing the BB on my Homer. Went into a shop asked for a 68 x 110 BB (the box was labeled as such), but when I got home I noticed the actual part was labeled as 68 x 110.5. Can a .5 variance cause any issues with the chainline? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to

Re: [RBW] Question on BB Spindle Length

Are you saying there’s a washer that can be removed? On Wed, Apr 30, 2025 at 4:47 PM Victor Hanson wrote: > no same width. There are 1/2mm bottom bracket washers. > > > > On Wed, Apr 30, 2025 at 2:39 PM Sean B. wrote: > >> I'm replacing the BB on my Homer. Went

[RBW] Re: WTB: Sackville Banana Sack

in the same boat.. looking for one as well if anyone has an extra! how often are they restocked? On Sunday, April 20, 2025 at 9:19:02 PM UTC-5 David Blinn wrote: > Missed my chance to get a Banana Sack on the latest restock. Didn't think > they would sell out so quickly! Let me know if you've g

[RBW] Need your advice on headsets

ould appreciate your experience and recommendations regarding a dependable, affordable replacement. Thanks! Sean in Eden Prairie -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receivin

[RBW] Re: Need your advice on headsets

d, the one good thing about repairs is the opportunity to upgrade. Wish you all well, Sean in Eden Prairie On Sunday, May 15, 2016 at 11:06:26 PM UTC-5, Sean on Bike wrote: > > My Hilsen needs a new 1 inch threaded headset because I apparently rode > with it too loose for the past 5 ye

[RBW] Re: Need your advice on headsets

right? Thanks everyone, for your great insights. I will attempt to keep the rubber side down and wish the same for you. Peace, Sean On Sunday, May 15, 2016 at 11:06:26 PM UTC-5, Sean on Bike wrote: > > My Hilsen needs a new 1 inch threaded headset because I apparently rode > with it too

[RBW] Re: Speed wobble

tured–to use my own terminology, some manufacturers being better than other. Ever since, I've been riding Schwalbe Marathon Supremes and Continental Grand Prix 4's and shimmy's gone away. Jus' sayin'. Sean in Eden Prairie On Monday, March 23, 2020 at 9:01:24 PM U

[RBW] FS: Loyal Designs Randonneur bag, Nigel Smythe bag, Nitto Mark’s Rack

interest, Sean -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-ow

[RBW] FS: (2) Brooks B17 saddles

In addition to Loyal Designs bag, Nigel Smythe bag and Mark's rack, I also have two black Brooks B17 saddles in excellent condition. $75 each plus shipping. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group a

[RBW] Re: FS: (2) Brooks B17 saddles

Photos here: https://www.flickr.com/photos/66219337@N06/ On Friday, April 1, 2016 at 10:31:12 AM UTC-5, Sean on Bike wrote: > > In addition to Loyal Designs bag, Nigel Smythe bag and Mark's rack, I > also have two black Brooks B17 saddles in excellent condition. $75 each &

[RBW] Re: FS: Nigel Smythe Big Loafer (tweed) - now discontinued

Fair point indeed and have listed mine as such. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to th

[RBW] FS: Loyal Designs Randonneur bag, Nigel Smythe bag, Nitto Mark’s Rack

All items still available. Answers to some questions: The Loyal Designs bag is nearly identical in size to the 10 liter Gilles Berthoud GB25. It doesn't require a decaleur due to the bottom straps/strap holders which Berthoud strangely omits. The Nigel Smythe bag fits the exact dimension of Nit

[RBW] Re: FS: Loyal Designs Randonneur bag, Nigel Smythe bag, Nitto Mark’s Rack

Loyal Design bag and steel stoker stem are both sold. Everything else still available. On Friday, April 1, 2016 at 10:07:10 AM UTC-5, Sean on Bike wrote: > > Loyal Designs Randonneur bag: $180 plus shipping. > > Grey with honey color leather trim. Flawless condition, barely used.

[RBW] Re: FS: Loyal Designs Randonneur bag, Nigel Smythe bag, Nitto Mark’s Rack

Nitto Mark's rack and Nigel Smythe bag: SOLD Still have for sale: Two Nitto andlebars, Pletscher two-leg kickstand, assorted stems. See previous posts for prices and photos. Sean On Friday, April 1, 2016 at 10:07:10 AM UTC-5, Sean on Bike wrote: > > Loyal Designs Randonneur bag

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: Loyal Designs Randonneur bag, Nigel Smythe bag, Nitto Mark’s Rack

Hi Patrick, $30 shipped for the Pletscher. Thanks, Sean On Saturday, April 16, 2016 at 3:07:06 PM UTC-5, Patrick Moore wrote: > > How much for the Pletscher? > > On Sat, Apr 16, 2016 at 1:29 PM, Sean on Bike > wrote: > >> Nitto Mark's rack and Nigel Smythe bag: S

[RBW] WTB: Sackville Medium Saddlebag or Barsack

;t at hand this year and don't need it. Let me know! Sean in Minneapolis. -- 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-o

[RBW] Re: WTB: Sackville Medium Saddlebag or Barsack

Still holding out for a BarSack or blue SaddleBag. Let me know if you have one for sale. Thanks. – Sean On Wednesday, April 26, 2017 at 10:23:54 PM UTC-5, Sean on Bike wrote: > > I rather miss my medium saddlebag after a brief flirtation with other > bags. Will buy your medium blue o

[RBW] FS: Almost New Arkel Panniers: T-42 and T-28

ou know they're built like a Rivendell, will last your lifetime, and perhaps your children's too. Paid just under $500 for the set with two T-42 raincovers. Those have never been unpacked nor seen the light of day. I'll ship everything, 4 panniers and two raincovers CONUS, for $285.

[RBW] Re: FS: Almost New Arkel Panniers: T-42 and T-28

Everything's still available as of today, Saturday. Wish everyone a great Easter tomorrow, hopefully with your families. On Friday, April 19, 2019 at 5:40:12 PM UTC-5, Sean on Bike wrote: > > Set of 4 panniers that are truly like new. The T-42's that saw one weekend > trip

Re: [RBW] Re: What high security locks are people locking their bikes with?

saves both the rear wheel and frame with just one mini U. If desired, he front wheel is lassoed with a cable to the U lock. It’s worked for many years on my bikes. Not no need to upgrade quite yet! Sean in Mpls -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups &quo

[RBW] Re: son hub sales anywhere?

I haven't checked in a year or so, but the last few SON hubs I purchased were all from European mail order sites (SJS/Bike24/Condor/Berthoud/etc) and were significantly cheaper as a result of favorable exchange rates and no VAT, despite the shipping cost. On Monday, November 27, 2023 at 5:22:15

Re: [RBW] Brake cables and housing

In an effort to reduce waste and increase reusability, I've been transitioning the bikes in my stable to aluminum fish bone link housing

Re: [RBW] Dynamo Wiring inside the Fork and Frame?

The 22AWG wire offered by Velo Lumino, currently out of stock, is the best solution I've found for threading dynamo wiring through tight spaces such as fork legs: https://www.velolumino.com/product/premium-22awg-wire/10?cp=true&sa=true&sbp=false&q=false On Monday, November 21, 2022 at 3:30:12 P

[RBW] Re: Ron's Ortho vs. Nitto Albatross

https://whatbars.com/ On Friday, August 25, 2023 at 12:37:56 PM UTC-7 DavidP wrote: > We have two bikes with Albatross bars, a 65cm Tosco on my Platypus, and > recently picked up an Ortho bar for another bike. I like the Albatross bars > on roadish bikes and wider bars like the Orthos and Tosco

[RBW] Parts 4 Sale - RH/Nitto/Sugino/SON/Paul/DT/TRP/MicroShift

Re-configuring a few current bikes, shifting directions on a few projects, & starting to purge some of my parts stash. TRP RRL-SR Levers - $65 -Used but in good condition - https://trpcycling.com/product/rrl-sr/ Pics - https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1ahk0PTeq6rCcutYlsYggNSWUT35rWPJ

Re: [RBW] Re: Nitto 32F Rack weight limit?

I've a Rene Herse UD-1 rack listed if anyone searching for an adjustable and lightweight rack with a 10 kg (22 lb) weight rating is interested. It’s very nicely built and high quality w/adjustable struts that can fit the same mounts as a 32f. Rene Herse specs - https://www.renehersecycles.com/

[RBW] Re: Parts 4 Sale - RH/Nitto/Sugino/SON/Paul/DT/TRP/MicroShift

Rene Herse CP-1 Rack Sugino OX901 Crankset On Sunday, February 12, 2023 at 8:51:14 PM UTC-8 Sean, PNW wrote: > Re-configuring a few current bikes, shifting directions on a few projects, > & starting to purge some of my parts stash. > > TRP RRL-SR Levers - $65 > > -Used

[RBW] Re: Parts 4 Sale - RH/Nitto/Sugino/SON/Paul/DT/TRP/MicroShift

nything. Thanks *SOLD:* Rene Herse UD-1 Rack TRP Levers Paul Neo-Retro Canti Paul Thumbies Nitto M-13 Rack Rene Herse CP-1 Rack Sugino OX901 Crankset On Thursday, February 16, 2023 at 6:25:36 PM UTC-8 Sean, PNW wrote: > Bumping this up... This is what's still available, thank

[RBW] Re: Seeking rim input

Pacenti Brevets would be my choice. On Wednesday, August 24, 2022 at 5:51:15 PM UTC-7 plumber...@gmail.com wrote: > Hello everyone hope you've all enjoyed a casual ride this weekend! > > I'm looking for some input on rims. I recently purchased a Bombadil from a > member on here and am planning

[RBW] Re: moisture in dynamo light - am i screwed?

In addition to mounting it properly, I would remove and submerge it in some silica gel/rice/etc to try and draw out as much moisture as possible. To my mind, continuing to use it w/internal moisture increases the odds of a short and/or more significant damage. On Monday, September 12, 2022 at

[RBW] Re: Anyone heard the Silver rear hubs?

It's not so hard to strip a black T610 hub to the bare shell, remove the anodizing w/Easy Off HD oven cleaner, wet sand it with 400>800>1500 grit paper, polish it with some Simichrome on a buffing wheel, before rebuilding it with fresh grease. *The one important tip is to really tighten the 10

Re: [RBW] Re: Touring Front, Neo-Retro Back?

The line of logic, as I understand it, is according to Paul, the 'Neo-Retro' brakes are more powerful, yet pose heel clearance issues when used in the rear, so are most often relegated to the front where the bulk of stopping power is needed while their 'Touring' cantis fit better in the rear.

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