[RBW] Re: FS: "Canti-Rom" Romulus 59, built for randonneuring
Sold! Thanks to all interested parties. -- 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-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at https://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: FS: "Canti-Rom" Romulus 59, built for randonneuring
If this setup is too fancy/expensive, I was thinking about removing the rack/bag/dyno and selling it more in its original form for a much lower price. Let me know if that would be of interest to anyone out there in Riv-land... Thanks, Dan in DC -- 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-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at https://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: FS: "Canti-Rom" Romulus 59, built for randonneuring
Hmm. I don't know why Google has decided the photos need to be upside down. Let's try that again... <https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-lgWGsxyuFwc/Wrl0s7IpQ9I/Br0/HKntAmsn4PAAvs2KBrwAJcw15sGrW5CsACLcBGAs/s1600/IMG_4297.JPG> <https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-YFV3Am0F8UA/Wrl0o5s3j_I/Brw/qFj1rHasjjYuvySe9gWnAIG8p7jOew4RwCLcBGAs/s1600/IMG_4298.JPG> On Monday, March 26, 2018 at 7:59:28 AM UTC-4, DMG wrote: > > Hi all, > > Needing to part ways with my first run, Toyo-made Romulus, with lots of > practical upgrades and goodies. I'm in Washington DC and would love not to > ship. Official writeup: > > Early 2000s rare "canti-rom" classic lugged steel road bike that mixes > performance with comfort and practicality. It's got a lot of the higher-end > Riv components you'd expect, plus a Velo Orange Randonneur rack with > decaleur and Ostrich front bag, plus a B Luxos B headlight wired to a > DH-72/Open Pro front wheel and is ready for high speed night riding as well > as light touring. Frame is in good shape (no dents) but the paint has has a > definite patina -- all surface rust has been sanded and sealed with > clearcoat. Beausage galore! > > Full build: > > Wrights vintage saddle on Kalloy seatpost > Nitto Soba bars on Nitto stem; Ultegra headset > Cane Creek SCR-5 levers on Tektro 720 brakes w/ Kool Stop pads > Diacomp ENE shifters, 105 front, Ultegra rear derailleur > Shimano compact double Ultegra crank with Willow chainrings; MKS Sylvan > Track pedals with double straps > Velo-Orange Randonneur rack/decaleur; Ostrich randonneur bag > Cateye water bottles > Araya/105 rear wheel (matching front included) with 32mm Continental > Gatorskins > DH-72/Mavic Open Pro front wheel with Luxos B headlight (modified to be > fully waterproof, with cables hardwired to the circuitboard) attached with > VO light mount > > Would like $1250. Please contact me at dmgdmg at gmail dot com with any > questions. Thanks! > -- 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-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at https://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
Re: [RBW] "Stop pulling up on your pedals"
Slightly off topic, but Eric: what did you do to get retention with on your Brompton? I switched to MKS folding pedals, which are a bit grippier but they're still pretty lousy and I'm sick of having my foot slip off and bashing myself in the heel (which happens way too frequently and definitely offsets any flat-pedal comfort gains). Dan, DC On Thursday, December 10, 2015 at 1:31:56 AM UTC-5, Eric Norris wrote: > > I gave flat pedals the old college try recently when I bought a Brompton. > It didn't take long to discover that I like the feeling of clipless pedals > better. I'm familiar with the arguments in favor of flat pedals, but I just > find clipped-in riding to be more comfortable. (That's an opinion, by the > way, not a fact.) > > Next, let's talk about whether your bicycle is "standing" on the spokes on > the bottom of the wheel or "hanging" from the spokes on the top! > > --Eric N > www.CampyOnly.com > CampyOnlyGuy.blogspot.com > Twitter: @CampyOnlyGuy > > > -- > > 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-bun...@googlegroups.com . > > To post to this group, send email to rbw-owne...@googlegroups.com > . > > Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. > > For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout. > -- 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-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Eleven speeds on a ten-speed hub
Edco (which I was surprised to learn still exists) makes an 11-speed cassette that's designed to go on a 10 speed hub, if you run into problems with the removal option. http://www.bikerumor.com/2015/02/02/edcos-wheel-saving-teneleven-monoblock-cassette-now-available-through-reynolds-cycling/ It's pricey, of course, but might still be a nicer option than the new wheel route! -Dan -- 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-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Feeler: 54cm Rambouillet with couplers $1500?
Not to piggyback, but... I have a 59 (canti) Romulus which is essentially a 58 Rambouillet, which I'm also potentially going to be selling, although without couplers or a nice fresh paint job. Interested parties can feel free to check in for more info while I dither endlessly about whether I should sell it or not Lungimsam – S'ed frames are the same size post-coupler installation; only a little bit of material is removed to install the threaded bit of the coupler. They really don't affect the feel of the bike at all (unless they loosen up, I suppose... and I've only had that happen to me once. It's like forgetting to unclip when you're new to clipless pedals. -Dan, DC -- 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-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Fix broken connector on Luxos U?
Anne, I posted about this very issue on iBob : https://groups.google.com/forum/#!searchin/internet-bob/luxos$20repair/internet-bob/49zB6HHji0w/zvHrTCJILLEJ . After much procrastination, I replaced the broken tab with a wire and snap connector and everything worked out fine, despite being really terrible with a soldering iron. Detaching the connector remnants from the circuit board was the only difficult part of the process. -Dan, DC -- 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-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Classic Bike Show + Swap Meet in Frederick MD @ Gravel & Grind, Sept 27th
So, is anyone else considering a ride up from the DC area? I am planning on leaving around 7 for a lunchtime arrival -Dan -- 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-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: WTB: Albatross or similar handlebar (DC preferred)
Emily, I've tried to reply privately but I can't tell if it worked or not. If not, please email dmgdmg at gmail dot com... -Dan -- 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-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Classic Bike Show + Swap Meet in Frederick MD @ Gravel & Grind, Sept 27th
Awesome - thanks James. I will be riding my Canti-Rom there (and entertaining offers to buy it upon arrival). On Tuesday, September 1, 2015 at 8:31:18 PM UTC-4, Gravel & Grind Espresso + Bikes wrote: > > Dan, > > Take the canal up till the Monocacy Aquaduct then: Monocacy Bottom Road > to Mt Ephriam to Park Mills to Lily Pons to New Design. Follow New Design > north until you hit the city. Mostly low traffic or shouldered. Mt > Ephriam has a good dirt bit, and if you wanna extend it, take in Peters Rd > and Sugarloaf Mtn road.-james > > -- 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-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Classic Bike Show + Swap Meet in Frederick MD @ Gravel & Grind, Sept 27th
Cool - have been looking for an excuse to check out the shop for a while. Anyone else interested in riding up from DC? On a related matter, anyone have a good route to Fredrick from DC? -Dan, DC (duh) -- 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-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Contemplating a new saddle
If you aren't scared to DIY, I would get an awl or drill and a couple of zip ties and try to lace it up that-a-way. I had a B-17 which came to me used, and was transformed into by fav saddle of all time by tying and butchering it. You can always replace the zip ties with twine or leather or something if they work for you. The Riv foam approach doesn't make a whole lot of sense to me, although I haven't tried it. I guess it's really dense foam? -Dan, DC -- 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-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: FS: SKS Longboard fenders, beige, see link
Emailed on both this and the grab bag. On Wednesday, August 12, 2015 at 1:28:28 AM UTC-4, Joel Stern wrote: http://www.fahrradgigant.de/SKS-Longboard-28-45mm-beige::39495.html These were purchased from Rivendell and never used, still in the box they shipped them to me in. I do not remember what I paid but it was Rivendell so not cheap. I only have one box for these and I do not want to have to hunt for a box so would like to sell both sets and ship to one location. I do not think you can find these in this country, see the link above for a good picture, I can take some if you want, these are in their display packaging. Both pair for $35 plus shipping The box is large so I have no idea what shipping will be and will have to figure it out by zip. If interested do let me know Thanks Joel I also have but have not priced yet 3 wheels, all 36 hole 1 pair MA2 rims, custom built but never used, on used Campy Chorus hubs with a 13-26 6 speed FW, I believe ST, if not that a sachs, can check Sunn C10 on a SunTour Sprint hub, with a ST 13-26 6 speed This was used whenI was on rollers only, so very little. I do not have boxes, have to try to get some and will try, a local sale wold be great. If you are interested please let me know, I will try to work out a fair price in the meantime. These wheels need a bit of cleaning as they have been hanging in my basement for many years.. They include the tires that are on them. Not pfishing on this, just have no idea and have to work on pricing, so if interested let me know and I will figure it out, not asking for bids Thanks again -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Romulus
Based on my experience and not knowing why the Romulus would be replaced, I will say the Rodeo is the currently-made Riv that most matched the experience of my Romulus based on a short test drive ... not overly stiff for road use, sporty angles, horizontal (and only one) top tube. -- 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-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Last Call Quickbeam
I have a similar situation with my Kogswell G, which also has the render and track end issue. I just loosen the struts when taking the wheel out, which isn't too annoying when you have hex-bolt actuated hubs like Pauls or Phils or Profiles. The SKS idea is a good 'un though! Sad that I missed the opportunity to get a Quickbeam at a decent price, but I'll cheer myself with the knowledge that my custom Mercian which I ordered thinking I would never be able to find a NOS QB will have forward facing dropouts (as well as a couple of other preferred geometry, tubing and other adjustments) which are totally worth the 9 month wait and expense. Yay? Dan, DC -- 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-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Canti-Rom
Weird, I have 32 Soma branded Panaracers on my Canti-Rom with Honjo fenders and they fit fine (not spacious, but definitely sufficient). If you're using the Velo-Orange struts, that could be more of an issue since the bolts protrude pretty far into the interior. I'm using Berthoud struts, which use much smaller bolts. Weird that no one has come up with a system that puts the bolt head on the inside and the nut on the outside, but I guess that would look a little ugly. Dan, DC On Tuesday, April 14, 2015 at 10:06:26 AM UTC-4, lukeheller wrote: I'm shocked to see you can fender a 35. I tried to fender a 32 pasela under my hammered VO fenders on my 63cm Canti-Rom and it was too tight. Perhaps I need different fenders! I never liked those hammered fenders anyways besides the looks. On Friday, April 10, 2015 at 4:45:45 PM UTC-4, Dave Johnston wrote: The Rom's and Rams are awesome they have a nice sport touring geometry so they feel like a nice neutral road bike. It's hard to find a canti equiped bike that can handle 35mm tires that doesn't feel like a hybrid or Touring bike. I wish my Ram had come with canti's, I like the power and feel better and there is more clearance for fenders. Dave J On Wednesday, April 8, 2015 at 1:43:50 AM UTC-4, exliontamer wrote: This is my first show off a bike post and thought this would be the appropriate place to do it. I acquired a 61cm Cantilever Romulus frame recently and decided to build it into what you see. I managed to squeeze 35mm Marathon Supremes under the fenders. It rides great it's ready for the rain. -- 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-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: What do Rivendell Riders use for head coverings for riding in the sun?
Did it get a little passive-aggressive in here, or is it just me? -- 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-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Velo Orange Yard Sale 3/28
Some really great deals to be had, definitely -- especially on complete bikes and frames (a couple of great vintage bikes for $300, including a super nice 70's Windsor). I got some prototype pedals, a fork, one of the nice filleted stems and a few odds and ends for under $90. They also had a bunch of orphaned aluminum fenders of various sizes and styles for $5. -- 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-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: A New MUSA Single-Speed Option
Agreed that the welds are a little, uh, utilitarian. However, a MUSA bike for a grand has to have corners cut somewhere, and the specs and geometry look pretty appealing! -- 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-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Drive Train Mystery Sound
Check pedals, also, although the bolts are a much more likely culprit. Dan, DC -- 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-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
