[RBW] Re: Recommend 700 x 28c tire, please.

Doug said "I was told that you really start to notice the difference with Compass at 32 and above." I have to agree with the above. My Compass 28's have to be pumped to near 90psi to avoid pinch flats, and at this pressure I don't feel much suppleness so there's little to distinguish them

[RBW] Re: Disc Rambouillet?

I think you'd have to really hate calipers to go to all that trouble. I like discs, too, but not enough to rebuild my Roadini for them..I'd just buy a disc bike. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this

[RBW] Re: Disc Rambouillet?

Was listening to the Bike Show Podcast a few years ago, an interview with a custom builder who was totally against lightweight forks and disk brakes, and that was for a purpose built bike. That said Crust Bikes sells a nice fork that you could use for a 650b up to 2.25, it's 200 bucks but has a

[RBW] Re: Has independent testing of Compass tires done?

I am aware of BQ’s testing methodologies and ideas regarding tire performance, as well as their beliefs on the shortcomings of drum tests. But I would also be interested in a literature survey of tire tests utilizing other methods, as well as similar methods done by others. -- You received

Re: [RBW] What epoch of Rivster are you?

I saw Grant's Brookstones at a local Outdoor shop when they were new, and noticed how smart they were, but I couldn't afford them. I was assembling my bikes from used parts! I first saw Rivendell bikes on the Internet, read Grant's blog about the trials of starting up Rivendell. I remember

[RBW] Re: Recommend 700 x 28c tire, please.

I have ridden Panaracer Paselas now for about 16 years and love them. They have been affordable, durable, not at all flat-prone, and are responsive and comfortable enough for me to be happy with them on two AIDS/LifeCycle rides (2002, 2003--no flats in 545 miles either time) and at 45 MPH on

[RBW] Re: Has independent testing of Compass tires done?

Hi, all, No tire that performs badly on a drum performs well in roll down testing. The inverse is not necessarily true. A drum test can point to a fast tire, but, because it doesn't account for losses in the sprung weight (that would mostly be the windbag pushing the pedals), cannot tell the

[RBW] Re: New Rosco Cargo Mixte

Awesome, need to get work to approve one for trail maintenance, haul chainsaws and rogue hoe's. On Friday, September 28, 2018 at 2:35:01 PM UTC-7, Drw wrote: > > Just finished converting my rosco mtn mixte with a crust cargo fork. I > think it came out perfectly weird. Shakedown ride says it

[RBW] Re: handlebar/stem bags - what do people like?

I prefer a rack supported type bag, I had the Rivendell bag with Nitto F15 rack, the bag was super cool with a magnet in the lid to keep it closed, typical Rivendell Bag quality, wish they'd designed it to fit over a tombstone to sit on a Marks Rack. I didn't care for how it affected my bikes

[RBW] Re: Has independent testing of Compass tires done?

Not sure these guys will test Compass tires, I might be mistaken but I believe Jan has been pretty dismissive of drum testing. He doesn't think it represents real world riding. On Friday, September 28, 2018 at 3:50:23 PM UTC-7, Lum Gim Fong wrote: > > I was looking at this site and wondering

[RBW] Has independent testing of Compass tires done?

German cycling magazine Tour, has tested at least one of them. I think the 622x35 model. Darin -- 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: PSA: Jenny's AHH

I love the color, but I have one. I think it may be a little high considering the damage, hope she gets it though. On Friday, September 28, 2018 at 6:34:22 PM UTC-7, Joe Bernard wrote: > > Jenny @ Riv's 2TT frame, royal blue. S pretty, I wish I could fit it. > > >

[RBW] New Rosco Cargo Mixte

Didn’t riv call it a mountain mixte until a few people got particular and corrected them? That’s a joke. I’m aware it’s missing 2 extra chainstays. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop

[RBW] Re: PSA: Jenny's AHH

Ugh. My size Homer. Love the color. Indifferent to that second tube. Don't need another lonesome dusty frame sitting in the corner staring at me like a three-legged mutt at the shelter. Somebody buy it before I do something dmb. Jeff Hagedorn Los Angeles, CA USA On Friday, September 28,

[RBW] Re: Recommend 700 x 28c tire, please.

Conti 4000. On my 23 mm rims the 28 mm Conti tires measure close to 30 mm inflated to 80psi. I like that they have a nice minimal tread and that means to some degree you can see the wear happening. Tire are cushy, wear well, and do not seem at all flat prone. Michelin slick 28 Endurance Pros

[RBW] Re: FS: 58 Sam Hillborne, dark orange

The Sam has been sold. Thanks to all who expressed interest! Tom -- 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] PSA: Jenny's AHH

Jenny @ Riv's 2TT frame, royal blue. S pretty, I wish I could fit it. https://rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?mpre=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.com%2Fulk%2Fitm%2F202451221289 -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from

[RBW] Re: Recommend 700 x 28c tire, please.

Passellas aren’t the bargain they used to be during the skinny tire heyday. There’s many better alternatives these days, as has been mentioned in previous posts. Gravel King, Compass, Conti GP4000, Veloflex, Soma SV, are all great choices. -- You received this message because you are

[RBW] Re: Recommend 700 x 28c tire, please.

I second the view for Paselas. At 28mm and 65 pounds rear, 60 front, they're really comfortable. -- 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] New Rosco Cargo Mixte

I've been thinking about a Crust cargo fork; they do have a slightly disturbing appearance. Kinda fits in with the lift-a-tube, sorta. I'm sure you know your bike is not a mixte. I'm okay with new categories, like "hill bike." But a mixte refers to a specific frame style, of which this is not.

[RBW] Re: Recommend 700 x 28c tire, please.

For supple, light, and fast, Compass Chinook Pass, or Challenge Paris-Roubaix 700x27 but actually wider than the Compass Chinook once mounted. Panaracer Pacella's are great for the money On Thursday, September 27, 2018 at 6:33:23 AM UTC-7, Lum Gim Fong wrote: > > Needs to be a slick. > For on

[RBW] Was “epoch of Rivster” - Now the Tech Immune Bike

There is a great email today from Riv about the tech-immune bike. That in a nutshell is why I’ve been a fan of Riv/Bridgestone’s/Grant’s approach for 27 years now. We may wring our hands over the details like whether the TT slopes 6 degrees or which frame joints have lugs or the number of top

[RBW] Re: Ahearne+Map Comfort... Also, WTB

Cam, Currently I prefer drops (46 Noodle ) for that long a ride because of the variations in hand positions. I have the 46 Noodle on my Sam (for sale) and my Roadini. For long rides, the more hand positions,

[RBW] What epoch of Rivster are you?

MB1, Atlantis (Toyo) and a Heron Touring. Only the last has stayed with me, and is on near-permanent loan to my trailer-pulling brother. That bike is the best trailer tractor of all time. It is also the subject of one of the best film-camera shots of my bikes ever. It is on the wall, not

[RBW] Bearing suggestions?

Dear Patrick, SKF or NTN size 61902 bearings with contact seals (2rs is the most common) in either side are excellent. If you aren't doing your own work, then whatever your shop recommends is best, of course. Make sure they don't overdo the side preload (no play, but only just no play at the

[RBW] Re: Bearing suggestions?

Patrick, Paul seems to be a cool, reasonable kinda guy. You are essentially providing a test ground for him. If it were me, I'd approach him with your predicament and ask that he ponder it and offer you an alternative. Bearings should not wear out that quickly! Tom > > -- You received

[RBW] Re: FS: 58 Sam Hillborne, dark orange

Hey Nick, sent PM. On Friday, September 28, 2018 at 5:07:34 PM UTC-4, Nick Morehouse wrote: > > Im in for it if Kens friend hasnt already taken you up on it. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group

[RBW] Re: FS: 58 Sam Hillborne, dark orange

Hey Ken, sent PM. On Friday, September 28, 2018 at 4:33:49 PM UTC-4, Ken Yokanovich wrote: > > Have a close friend that would like to buy, but hasn't been accepted to > the group yet... I sent PM, but it's hard to know for certain if it went > through or not. TC, please feel free to reply to

[RBW] Re: New Rosco Cargo Mixte

That puts Sean Learner’s Rockhopper Crust Clydesdale to shame. RAISE THE BAR IN WERIDNESS -J -- 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: What epoch of Rivster are you?

I came on the scene about 2011-12 by buying a used 55 Bleriot. My first Bleriot. So that puts me into the *"No 650b tires available except for four models, two of which are out of production now, and no 650b tubes anywhere on the planet" era*. That was my perception at the time based on my

[RBW] Has independent testing of Compass tires done?

Pretty sure others have verified Compass’ tire testing. Not sure if it’s on their blog or in one of the recent BQs. With abandon, Patrick -- 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: Bearing suggestions?

Smart man. The kind of riding you do I would think that your 10 miles on a hub is like 100 miles on a road rider's hub. -- 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,

[RBW] Re: Bearing suggestions?

No idea. I don’t track. With abandon, Patrick -- 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

[RBW] Re: Bearing suggestions?

They only lasted 7 months? About how many miles would you say? -- 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] Has independent testing of Compass tires done?

I was looking at this site and wondering why Compass tires haven't been put up against others here, since Compass seems to be leading the fast tire revolution these days. I would think they would want samples to test.

Re: [RBW] Re: What epoch of Rivster are you?

The Chica Warrior bikes!-Original Message- From: Philip Williamson Sent: Sep 28, 2018 10:13 AM To: RBW Owners Bunch Subject: [RBW] Re: What epoch of Rivster are you? Aha! All those Roscos were pretty experimental, and cut across the strata in interesting ways. The Arcana or Enigmatic

[RBW] Panaracer Race A Eno 3 tires any good?

Nice price. I was wondering if they are any good or not. Sluggsh or fast? Grippy in the wet? -- 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: New Rosco Cargo Mixte

It did get expensive...more than I anticipatedbut you can’t stop halfway in -- 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: New Rosco Cargo Mixte

That is PSYCHO APPROVE Bill Lindsay El Cerrito, CA On Friday, September 28, 2018 at 2:35:01 PM UTC-7, Drw wrote: > > Just finished converting my rosco mtn mixte with a crust cargo fork. I > think it came out perfectly weird. Shakedown ride says it rides > surprisingly normal, though I need to

[RBW] Re: New Rosco Cargo Mixte

Ah geez, I bought an old Bianchi pre-29er to hit the trails with, now I want to weird it out with a cargo fork. This is gonna get expensive! -- 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: New Rosco Cargo Mixte

Super weird. Super rad. Jeff Hagedorn Los Angeles, CA USA -- 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

Re: [RBW] Recomendations For Cycling-Specific Vehicle

Mark @ Riv has an Element, too, and Rich has that Ford C-Max hybrid thing based on the Focus. Both look like the big square sheds they park in front of  -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and

[RBW] New Rosco Cargo Mixte

Well done. For kid hauling playground stomping it's a home run. -- 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: FS: 58 Sam Hillborne, dark orange

Im in for it if Kens friend hasnt already taken you up on it. -- 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.

Re: [RBW] Re: FS (tentatively): 2speed 60cm Green Sparkle Cheviot complete

Hi Dave, I am really trying to make space in my small apartment and pay off a loan. This being said I have had a semi-custom B+ hardtail in the pipeline made by my friend Carlos Velazquez under the name Dark Moon Cycles. I also just bought a Surly Midnight special frame, and some expensive dynamo

[RBW] Re: FS: 58 Sam Hillborne, dark orange

Have a close friend that would like to buy, but hasn't been accepted to the group yet... I sent PM, but it's hard to know for certain if it went through or not. TC, please feel free to reply to me directly if you did not get the contact information first time around. This is my public

[RBW] Re: handlebar/stem bags - what do people like?

The Berthoud GB25 is a fantastic bag if you are not concerned about weight. Empty, and without stiffner, it is 600+ grams. You would also need a front rack to support it. But it has so much function, it is worth it if you are a string rider and not weight concerned. I have one for sale if

[RBW] Re: handlebar/stem bags - what do people like?

Dear Ryan, I'd second this approach. Alternatively, get a thwart bag (Rivendell sold them for a long spell) and add a foam insert, get a full-size handlebar bag like an Ortleib (available with a photo insert) that clamps to the handlebars, or a full-on decaleur/handlebar bag/support rack.

[RBW] Bearing suggestions?

Came with Enduro bearings, and my wheel builder is suggesting Phil Wood bearings to replace. With abandon, Patrick -- 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

[RBW] Re: What epoch of Rivster are you?

Golden Age'r. Catch is I've never actually owned a riv but my first is on it's way soon i hope (MIT AHH). i found riv around 2008-09. badly wanted an AHH or an atlantis, but those were out of the budget and i settled for a surly LHT. i wouldn't turn down a legolas, mostly due to the sweet seat

[RBW] What epoch of Rivster are you?

I own a Heron and Rambouillet, so I suppose I straddle the Proto and Golden ages. However, I found out and fell in love with Rivendell during the Proto phase. I suppose I still view anything but the original Road, Long Low, All Rounder, Mountain (rare), and later customs as not "real"

[RBW] Bearing suggestions?

On my Quickbeam I’ve ridden my Paul high flange fixed hub for about 7 months of solid riding (10 months elapsed time, with 3 months not riding it as I played with the Hunqabeam exclusively this summer) and already the rear needs new bearings (not sure what the stock bearing are from Paul Comp).

[RBW] Re: FS (tentatively): 2speed 60cm Green Sparkle Cheviot complete

Whats new in the queue? > > -- 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

[RBW] Re: handlebar/stem bags - what do people like?

I have the Revelate Feed Bag and the Banana Sack. The Feed Bag may be a bit smallish for most SLRs but I can see the Banana Sack working out well. (As a caveat, I haven't tried using either to carry an SLR.) --Ed C. On Friday, September 28, 2018 at 9:13:54 AM UTC-7, Neil Doran wrote: > >

[RBW] Re: What epoch of Rivster are you?

Proto-Rivster for sure. I was in the IBOB with the paper leaflets. Had a MB-3 (I think it was?) from 1986. It was a really cool grey-gren color with some red in there in places. Then I had an MB-2, purple, that i got in 1990, if memory serves. That one had a really quick front end that I never

[RBW] Fender size for Roadini?

I've got some old VO fenders on my Roadini that constantly rub my 28s. I don't know the size of the fenders, because they are from 8 years ago, so I'd love to know what people are running under normal clearance, non-Paul, brakes and which have a little space with 28s. I know Grant designed it

[RBW] Re: handlebar/stem bags - what do people like?

I have a (D)SLR-specific Roadrunner Bags stem-mount (basically just an extra big stem caddy/feed bag). I dont use it for a camera but it's a great bag and it's intended to fit an SLR w/ lens, so I think this would be a good option. you can pick the colors you want, and the pricing is good.

[RBW] Re: handlebar/stem bags - what do people like?

I haven't used a bag for this purpose, but saw recently that Rivelo and Randi Jo Fab just collaborated on a camera bag that looks like it's for stem mounting. Darin On Friday, September 28, 2018 at 9:13:54 AM UTC-7, Neil Doran wrote: > > What do folks like for handlebar/stem bags, especially

[RBW] Re: Ahearne+Map Comfort... Also, WTB

I currently have those bars on my Sam, and while I don't do 50 mile rides, I do 50 km rides (31.07 miles), if that helps at all. I went from Albatross to these bars and added the Ergon grips for comfort. I lowered my bars for that sportier position so that there is a little more weight on my

[RBW] Ahearne+Map Comfort... Also, WTB

On flat open roads I might get bored but on anything that has me standing up, grunting up a hill, navigating dirt or riding in traffic they are  I ride them mostly just on the grips. You can grab ahead of them on the curve and if you really want to be a weirdo get aero by the stem. Get

[RBW] Re: What epoch of Rivster are you?

Aha! All those Roscos were pretty experimental, and cut across the strata in interesting ways. The *Arcana* or *Enigmatic* Rivs would also include Patrick Moore's 26" wheeled road bikes, the Mystery Bike, and the custom fixed-gear mountain bike that caused such a stir several years ago.

Re: [RBW] What epoch of Rivster are you?

Yes Bruce, the slightly sloping top tube and 20mm extended head tube...that was my Riv Road Standard. The dropouts were flexible, though. That is, I don't like horizontal dropouts all that much, and that's how the Road Standards were being built. But they weren't so standard that you

[RBW] Re: handlebar/stem bags - what do people like?

I'm quite fond of Outer shell Adventures' Drawcord Handlebar Bag. Not quite the same style you're asking about, but can still be opened and closed with one hand, and he also makes a separate padded liner if youre carrying a camera in it. On Friday, September 28, 2018 at 12:13:54 PM UTC-4,

[RBW] Re: handlebar/stem bags - what do people like?

At the end of this recent thread, i posted pics of my setup. Nitto rack puchased from and still available at Riv, bag by ostrich. Couldn't be happier. https://groups.google.com/forum/m/#!topic/rbw-owners-bunch/77bdoc1Yzt0 -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google

[RBW] Re: handlebar/stem bags - what do people like?

Hi Neil, I assume you are concentrating specifically on quicker access bags located behind bars next to the stem, which I have admittedly not used and am only vaguely familiar with having briefly considered buying some for myself, but I'll interpret your "handlebar/stem bags" phrasing a little

Re: [RBW] Recomendations For Cycling-Specific Vehicle

Good work snagging the grail Element! That's got everything. There's a poptop Element in my neighborhood. I was convinced I was going to get an Element, until I sat in the back seat. Oh. I got a Kia Soul, which I really dig. I can put most of my bikes in without taking the wheel off, but the

[RBW] Re: handlebar/stem bags - what do people like?

I throw a Pentax MX with a 50mm f1.4 lens into my Sackville banana sack that is mounted on the choco moose handlebars on my Appaloosa and it seems to work well. I have a tube stuffed in the bottom of that bag for emergencies and it does a pretty good job of padding the camera. On Friday,

[RBW] handlebar/stem bags - what do people like?

What do folks like for handlebar/stem bags, especially ones that can hold an SLR with short lens? I missed the boat on the Riv product a while back. I have a Carsick Designs stem bag that I love, but it is first gen meant only for a bike water bottle. Need bigger. Randi Jo looks great, just

Re: [RBW] Recomendations For Cycling-Specific Vehicle

Oops. We had an A6 not an R6, obviosly. I forgot about the Flex, but that's a great idea. They seem to elicit love/ hate emotions though. When my wife replace the Audi, i begged her to look at one and she flat-out refused and chose a Sienna instead. Go figure. -- You received this message

[RBW] Re: FS: Honjo H50 650b fenderset and hardware - $65

Sold -- 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] Re: What epoch of Rivster are you?

Oh man. Philip, thank you for starting this thread. Made me smile throughout. Thank you. Converging threads of history. Finding the treasure trove of info compiled by Sheldon Brown, as well as his copious continual sharing on REC:Bicycle:Tech and other usenet forums (kids, ask your parents or

Re: [RBW] Recomendations For Cycling-Specific Vehicle

> I have a Prius with a hitch and a Thule T2 Pro. I just throw the bikes on > the back and it has a built in lock. > We also have an Odyssey which is a great bike mover but not when it is filled with car seats. I can wedge one bike in there with all the seats up which I do on occasion if

[RBW] Re: Recommend 700 x 28c tire, please.

The Vittoria Corsa G+ is my next 28c purchase. Every review I’ve read and heard from others is that they are almost indistinguishable from Compass tires in ride quality. Of course they are much cheaper. I was told that you really start to notice the difference with Compass at 32 and above.

Re: [RBW] Recomendations For Cycling-Specific Vehicle

one more data point: we have been living in 2 locations for a couple of years now, and have a Forester in one: it's great. But read on. We have rented vehicles often in Ottawa, and got a real pleasant surprise with the Ford Flex we had for 3 weeks. It was wonderful. I was not predisposed to like

[RBW] Re: Recommend 700 x 28c tire, please.

Conti Sport Contacts - affordable and check most of those boxes On Thursday, September 27, 2018 at 9:33:23 AM UTC-4, Lum Gim Fong wrote: > > Needs to be a slick. > For on street road riding. > Good cornering (no dive) > Good in the rain. > Supple. > Fast. -- You received this message because

[RBW] Re: What epoch of Rivster are you?

Like many, I would imagine, I first learned of Rivendell via the musings of the inimitable Sheldon Brown. I was in to fixed gear bikes at the time, on which subject Sheldon was of course a non-hipster (or maybe an O.G. Hipster?) fount of knowledge and expertise. RIP. I went from fixed to road

[RBW] Recommend 700 x 28c tire, please.

Gravel king is best value. For more money the compass. Schwalbe makes the Durano that is a straight road tire. -- 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

[RBW] Re: Roadini - How do you like yours?

Thanks for the comments, it is definitely a fun bike. The saddle height is just a smidge under 79cm. -- 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: MUSA Sam H.

Good idea, didn't think about that before. According to RR# 41, it seems that MIT Sam H. was first introduced in sizes 48, 52, 56, and 60 on that "Pearly olive with goldish highlights". I couldn't find anything on MUSA ones though. On Wednesday, September 26, 2018 at 3:47:05 PM UTC-7, Lum Gim

[RBW] Re: MUSA Sam H.

That'd make sense. Mine is an early 56cm green with canti brakes (single top tube). Frame serial number seems to be consistent with MIT ones and no signs of waterford dropouts. Just curious, how can you tell it's MUSA? number I guess? Thanks Alberto On Thursday, September 27, 2018 at 7:39:13

[RBW] Ahearne+Map Comfort... Also, WTB

Who runs Ahearne+Map bars and do you dig them for rides of 50+ miles? I've read plenty of people calling them comfy, but curious whether that's just on shorter, townie rides or even for longer distances. They would appear to offer at least two solid hand positions, or is it more than that? And

Re: [RBW] Recomendations For Cycling-Specific Vehicle

I strongly considered a Dodge Magnum vs Subaru Outback vs VW Jetta Sportwagen back in 2009 when I was on the market for a new vehicle. Hatchback, roof rails, and AWD all strongly preferred (especially AWD with our NJ winters and an unforgiving work schedule/commute.) The Magnum had just been

Re: [RBW] Recomendations For Cycling-Specific Vehicle

Steve, we had an Audi R6 wagon for a while. It was an amazingly fun car to dive, but I could barely fit a bike in -even with the wheels off, and doing so inevitably marred up the fabric surfaces. The american wagons (well, the dodge anyway - not sure about about the cadillac), which sadly

[RBW] Re: What epoch of Rivster are you?

Great thread! For sporty riding, the Quickbeam makes me a Golden Ager by default. For utilitarian riding, rougher trails, and/or just cruising, I'd almost be certainly be a Clemster. In the spirit of scientific rigor, I should get one just to confirm... On Wednesday, September 26, 2018 at

Re: [RBW] Recomendations For Cycling-Specific Vehicle

The Honda Element seems to be a big go to for shop owners. A shop owner friend has one. She had a company owned one at the prior shop she managed and fell in love with it. Her prior car was a Subaru Outback. Another shop owner friend has one also. Twelve years ago when I was forced to look for

Re: [RBW] Recomendations For Cycling-Specific Vehicle

On 09/28/2018 05:55 AM, iamkeith wrote: Thinking outside the box here, with the "fun" driving criteria in mind: If I didn't like SUVs or Vans and if the precious, small-ish cargo areas of German sport wagons ruled those out, I myself would honestly look for a good, used SRT8 Dodge Magnum.

[RBW] What epoch of Rivster are you?

I've been a Bridgestone/Grant/Riv/ admirer since back in the day, but I am most enamored of the late eras, and the Clementine. This is mainly because I always felt I could get to 90-95 percent of the ride quality of a Rivendell by refurbishing older vintage bicycles. But the Clementine, with

[RBW] Re: FS: 58 Sam Hillborne, dark orange

Good point Paul, it is a little uncomfortable to look at. -- 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.

Re: [RBW] Recomendations For Cycling-Specific Vehicle

Or Cadillac CTS-V. Damn, what a car. -- 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,

Re: [RBW] Re: Film photography - subject matter?

I took this picture of everyone in the shuttle going back to Cumberland form Ohiopyle when the weather forced the decision to cut things short. https://photos.app.goo.gl/axcy5JJG9AbY7gqp8 My plan was that my wife was going to pick me up at the planned end of the ride in Connellsville and was

Re: [RBW] Recomendations For Cycling-Specific Vehicle

Thinking outside the box here, with the "fun" driving criteria in mind: If I didn't like SUVs or Vans and if the precious, small-ish cargo areas of German sport wagons ruled those out, I myself would honestly look for a good, used SRT8 Dodge Magnum. Or, if I needed AWD, there was an R/T

[RBW] Re: What epoch of Rivster are you?

I am definitely a proto Riv guy. I was riding lugged steel race bikes, and the fit was long top tube, lots of seat post, bars low. I was at a swap meet and a guy gave me a Riv catalog. Catalog #2. Maybe one. I liked what I read. I read the article in Outside on Grant and his philosophy