[RBW] My first Rivendell: 54cm Rambouillet

That's a beautiful bike! Congratulations! -- 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

[RBW] Re: In praise of Spur-cycles bells

While the phrase "penis-head shaped bell" made my day, I highly doubt the shape of the bell is an issue. Unless you were over-dinging I'd assume she just didn't want to move. It's not the shape of your bell, it's how you ding it. Cheers! Chris -- You received this message because you are

[RBW] Re: 650B Atlantis

I ordered my 56cm 650b Atlantis in October. Just got the update that Waterford will be done with the frame on July 7 (9 months). Lng wait but I'm sure it'll be worth it! So pumped! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch"

[RBW] WTB: CHEAP/USED 44cm Noodle

Thanks for the reply! Just found out that shipping MAY be too expensive. Found an online price of about $40 shipped, brand new. Was naively hoping to spend less than that. Ride Safely, Beaverton Bob -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners

[RBW] Re: 650B Atlantis

I'm not sure how accurate the geo for the new 650b models on the website is. I know there were some differences between the 650b hunq listed and actual geometry. I reached out to will and a 650b hunq owner and both gave me numbers that differed from those on the website. -- You received this

[RBW] Re: 650B Atlantis

Interesting. Mine is from '03 & the geo chart from an old flyer shows 45.5 cm chainstays. This chart is not as complete as the current on-line one but what other dims it has are the same for the 58. I double checked the chainstays on mine & they are 45.5 cm. Not too likely that this would

[RBW] WTB: CHEAP/USED 44cm Noodle

Bob, I have some lightly used 44cm noodles. My wife was the second owner and the bars have requisite tape scuzz. What are you looking to spend? Keep in mind shipping is probably $15. FW, CCB -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch"

[RBW] WTB: CHEAP/USED 44cm Noodle

Wondering if someone has a spare 44cm Noodle lying around, not being used. Currently use a 46cm, but have narrow shoulders. I want to try a (slightly) narrower width. On a budget, but have PayPal. Feel free to reply here or via PM. Thanks in advance! Ride Safely, Beaverton Bob -- You

[RBW] FS: VO Grand Cru Zeste Cantilever Brakeset

I have had them on my Appaloosa for about 200 miles/2 months or so. These are good brakes. No squeals. It swings open fully (i.e., brake pads don't hit fork blades) - which means no need to deflate fat tires while removing wheels. Giving them up because I've decided that I want my brakes

[RBW] Re: 650B Atlantis

On Friday, June 30, 2017 at 2:44:47 PM UTC-4, dougP wrote: > > On my way to the West Point Inn weekend, I stopped by RBWHQ just to hang > out & check out all the new goodies. As luck would have it, Roman was > working with a potential customer, helping him sort out the Appaloosa, > Atlantis

[RBW] Re: 650B Atlantis

Take a look at the current geo charts. The 650b 56 has different HTA and rake, so different trail than the 58 700c. By this calculator with both 40mm tire width, the trail is 61 for the 650b and 68 for the 700c. http://yojimg.net/bike/web_tools/trailcalc.php The HT slope angle is only 1/2

Re: [RBW] Re: Discs versus calipers

That's not a bad article, though some of both the pro's and con's are nit-picky and not of real importance in real life -- eg, on the "pro" side, that you can slap reflective tap on your rims' braking surface. Sure, I choose my brakes based on reflective tape; and in fact, the light disc rims

Re: [RBW] 650B Atlantis

This is really cool to hear. I put a 650b Atlantis on order a few weeks ago to replace my hunq. One of the main things I was hoping for over my 700c/29er hunqapillar, that I love dearly, is responsiveness. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW

Re: [RBW] Help identify bottle holder from Roman's staff bikes

Hey Nathaniel, if you ride with a basket, you can strap it to that, it keeps it a little more outta the way of your knees. -Mike Sent from my iPhone > On Jun 29, 2017, at 9:26 PM, nathaniel nichols wrote: > > Another thing to consider is they get in the way of your

[RBW] Re: Discs versus calipers

Here's another perspective on the pro/con . https://www.sheldonbrown.com/disc-brakes.html The more I acquaint myself with disc brakes pros and cons I can see where GP is coming from in not offering discs. For the intended uses and ride qualities of a frame of his design yeah, I can where

[RBW] Help identify bottle holder from Roman's staff bikes

Another thing to consider is they get in the way of your knees if you climb out of the saddle a lot. I climb like that and that's the reason I don't use bartenders, every single fricken time I get up out of the saddle my knee hits those things. I picked up one of those rock climbing chalk

[RBW] Discs versus calipers

I've heard a handful of folks on either the iBOB or 650b groups say their Riv forks are too stout for their liking. Makes me wonder how much compliance a full blown low trail Jeff Lyon fork or somesuch has compared to the average Riv. No experience w/ disc, but I'm guessing running fat tires

Re: [RBW] 650B Atlantis

Doug, its impressive to hear this story coming from you! More than anyone on the list, I think of you as more resolute about your Atlantis being capable for all of the kind of riding that you love to do. When we all talk about different models or even brands and ride characteristics, you

Re: [RBW] Help identify bottle holder from Roman's staff bikes

Randi-Jo bartender bag doesn't even compromise bell position. It only takes up stem -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the

Re: [RBW] Help identify bottle holder from Roman's staff bikes

and you have how many Randi-Jo Bartender bags on how many 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] Re: Long Time Coming....

looks awesome. I just picked up a 60cm cheviot in green from HQ and built it up myself as well. it feels pretty good to be so upright, something i havent ever experienced on one of my own bikes til now. On Tuesday, June 27, 2017 at 10:41:52 PM UTC-7, Kiley DeMond wrote: > > I have no idea

[RBW] Re: In praise of Spur-cycles bells

I've have all of the bells mentioned... or should I say, "Hello my name is Marc and I'm a bellaholic." Seriously, I have all of them except for the PDW bell (I have the stem spacer version of that bell, the Alexander Graham Bell) and the Lion. The Crane mounted on a quill stem crushes them

Re: [RBW] Re: My Purple Glorious was Stolen

Clayton: good for you, man! And the injuries and fright you gave that stupid kid may well save him from a far worse fate, the hell of a long term in a modern prison. Charity is not always "kind". On Thu, Jun 29, 2017 at 9:21 AM, 'Clayton' via RBW Owners Bunch < rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com>

[RBW] Re: My Purple Glorious was Stolen

Great news about the Glorius, bummer about Evan's Superleicht. I'll keep an eye open for it. Philip www.biketinker.com On Thursday, June 29, 2017 at 12:00:01 PM UTC-7, Evan E. wrote: > > Fantastic news! Terrific team effort. > > While we're on the subject of bike theft, please keep a look out

[RBW] Re: Long Time Coming....

Classy bike! Many happy miles ! On Thursday, June 29, 2017 at 9:58:29 PM UTC-5, Kiley DeMond wrote: > > Oh, that is just the tip of the story! I went through a Raleigh RX 1.0, > Trek Pilot 5.0 WSD (great fit, but skinny tire road bike), a Jamis Coda > Elite, Terry Valkyrie, Workcycles Secret

Re: [RBW] 650B Atlantis

Perhaps the longer stays help? I know that my 2 later customs, with 44.5 cm stays, handle much better than the shorter stayed '95 custom (~42.5) and even than the Ram (43.5). And this despite what some would say are less than optimal wheels -- ranging in size from 24" to 25" depending on tire,

[RBW] 650B Atlantis

On my way to the West Point Inn weekend, I stopped by RBWHQ just to hang out & check out all the new goodies. As luck would have it, Roman was working with a potential customer, helping him sort out the Appaloosa, Atlantis & Clem question. The guy had been riding old bikes for a long time &

[RBW] Re: Key Characteristics of a #mannyride

This isn't exactly a characteristic of a #mannyride, but this exchange happened several years ago between me and my son Henry, who was 12 or so at the time. Henry: When are we going bike camping with Manny again? Me: I don't know, son Henry: How do you know when a bike camping ride is going

[RBW] Re: Long Time Coming....

Goes to show there's more than one way to Build-a-Bike. Great job, and thanks for sharing your process. Others may find that encouraging and interesting. dougP On Tuesday, June 27, 2017 at 10:41:52 PM UTC-7, Kiley DeMond wrote: > > I have no idea where to actually begin this post... I rode

[RBW] Re: Help identify bottle holder from Roman's staff bikes

Randi Jo is the best! Her caps are the best made bike caps I own, we have her bartender and M.U.T. bags on all our bikes, and she made me custom saddle covers for my Gilles Berthoud saddles. I've tried other bags, but our Randi Jo & Sackville bags are our most used favorites. John On

[RBW] Re: Key Characteristics of a #mannyride

Little planning, much randomness, memorable photos, all accomplished by UN-scheduling. If you're good, you get a Pooh bear. dougP On Tuesday, June 27, 2017 at 5:49:44 AM UTC-7, Daniel Jackson wrote: > > For those who have participated, what makes a #mannyride a #mannyride? -- You received

[RBW] Re: Key Characteristics of a #mannyride

As with any ride, the key to remember is that "it does not have to be fun to be fun". Clayton Scott SF, CA On Friday, June 30, 2017 at 9:12:54 AM UTC-7, jenny klug wrote: > > a #mannyride usually also involves the term, "there's just one more hill > after this one, and it's not bad," and also

Re: [RBW] Help identify bottle holder from Roman's staff bikes

I can't imagine selling a bartender bag. Have one on every bike. Great for wallet, keys and cellphone, and doubles for a spare water bottle -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving

[RBW] Re: Help identify bottle holder from Roman's staff bikes

it's a randi jo bartender bag! i have one too, and i love it. i have it on good authority that we'll be carrying a special RBW edition Pocket 'Tender (bartender with pockets!) coming later this fall (in time for the holidays). stay tuned. --jenny @ RBW On Thursday, June 29, 2017 at 3:02:10 PM

[RBW] Re: Key Characteristics of a #mannyride

a #mannyride usually also involves the term, "there's just one more hill after this one, and it's not bad," and also grinning so much your face hurts later. :) On Tuesday, June 27, 2017 at 5:49:44 AM UTC-7, Daniel Jackson wrote: > > For those who have participated, what makes a #mannyride a

[RBW] Re: In praise of Spur-cycles bells

My eldest daughter was generous enough to have purchased a Spur Cycle bell for me for Christmas. It's a special bell in many ways; MUSA, aesthetically attractive, well made, sounds amazing, and was a gift from one of my favorite people in the world. It deserved a special bike, which turned out

[RBW] Re: What are the uses of a mini rack (like Mark's)

Ash, A velcro strap between downtube and front wheel will solve the weight swing problem. Other choice is a double kickstand. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails

[RBW] Re: What are the uses of a mini rack (like Mark's)

As others mentioned, I also use mine for mounting lights (on Paul's Gino light mounts) and as a base for a Wald basket. Never committed to the zip-tied Wald. I use a John's Irish Strap for easy on/off. I've come up with a few more secure ways since this photo was taken: