[RBW] Re: Upgrade to Sam Hillborne from a Surly Corss-Check?
I've had both. Cross check is a RAD bike. Pros didnt worry about it as much, felt a little quicker handeling wise. Funner where quicker feeling handling might apply. Cons not as pretty, not as stable feeling. Sam H is a RAD bike. Pros bars up higher more easily. Prettier, more stable feeling. Less tiring to ride / better comfort. So as with anything YMMV. But I wouldnt hesitate to buy either. Both can be alot of fun neither is slow depending on tires, setup and your legs. Both lean towards durability over light weight. If I had to tip the scales one way or the other I'd say this, longer more casual riding Sam. More energetic playful shorter rides cross check. Either can do both of course but if I had to pick. And I would be very happy either way.❤ -- 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 discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/rbw-owners-bunch/58b792ad-85a9-4044-8aa1-d5d3230f222eo%40googlegroups.com.
[RBW] Thoughts on albastach bars
I think they are great bars. Pair well with single speed riding. Have them on my simple one and love them there because I am regularly moving my hands around to chug up hills. Offer lots of good hand positions if you are the type who likes to fidget. Get them up high and close as recomended, dirtdrop stem or similar to your looks liking a great choice. Lots of fun. If you are just going to be sitting and grinding away with your hands in a single position maybe not the best choice but everyone is different...my recomendation is they are best on a playful shorter distance ride kinda bike. A la single speed, city / shortish commute, dirt road rambler... -- 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 discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/rbw-owners-bunch/216987fa-4ca9-4e7a-b488-a509dd88e495o%40googlegroups.com.
[RBW] Re: Geo Question
Hugh, Happy new year. Been busy but good. Would love to get out there for a ride. It's been a while. Free time has been dedicated to other projects of late. Picked up playing music again after almost a 20 year hiatus. It would be great to blow the dust of the old Rivs and get out there again. And simple math is all I can do, so i just got lucky on that one . I'm part of the I like high bars club, but not the look of mucho stem sticking out. So that little ditty helps me stay close. Although my Atlantis at 56 is a bit on the small side and a bit quillyish for me.樂 Got a riser stem I've been sitting on forever to straighten that out a bit. Any way, know anyone that's got a garage queenish 58 local to socal that might be willing to swap. I'd be open... Best, Richard -- 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 discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/rbw-owners-bunch/50329da9-c7dc-4a72-ba0e-f87079b21d5d%40googlegroups.com.
[RBW] Geo Question
Hey Hugh, Hope all is good. Just as a general observation I find adding the degree by which the top tube upslopes to the seat tube length gets ya pretty close. Not sure why Riv hasn't gone to sizing by stack rather than seat tube. I think the stack gives a better idea of how the bike will really fit. Man I miss my 56 Sam Hillborne with around 62 stack height. Bars got up there nice and comfy without a ton of stem sticking out. Any way maybe it's just so people can handle a smaller larger size. What, I ride a 52 Clem that's so big. If ya tell someone it fits kinda like a 58/9 勞. Best, Richard -- 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 discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/rbw-owners-bunch/18cd4e44-8d51-4d90-87f8-2f14c90f3cdb%40googlegroups.com.
[RBW] Re: Blue Lug bars arrived today
Bars look great! Looks like simworks getaround with more rise 慄♂️. -- 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 discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/rbw-owners-bunch/9bee6bd5-3c84-4e18-b962-b81a57ef90aa%40googlegroups.com.
[RBW] Riv Atlantis MTB Video
Sweet! Nicely done . ❤ 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. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/rbw-owners-bunch/2593dceb-4ed8-4452-9e72-73d52c0de16a%40googlegroups.com.
[RBW] Re: FS: Rambouillet - 54cm - $1,300 + shipping CONUS
Wow this is a fantastic deal and I'm not one apt to comment on others price! The rambo is a GREAT bike. Way undervalued. Built by Toyo in Japan. I have a 58 and will not likely ever sell it. For road riding it's a blast really hits the bulls eye between sporty / spirited and comfortable. Dont worry about tire size being a bit limited by today's standards the bike handles great with 28 to 32s. And as for pbh I would even say you could go up a size from Riv's recommendation and be fine. Shorter stem and no Cape required. Best, Richard -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at https://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] PSA: 56cm SimpleOne Complete on Ebay
Pretty sure it's a flip it very briefly popped up on oc craigslist for 400$...I momentairly considered it but it's one size to small, I already have one, and I wasn't up to the pita selling a Riv can be with all the price bemoaning and hey does this size fit me, only to not respond after I answer. Any way hope he makes a dime and buys a Riv he might fit or like. I dont consider 1500 bad at all. It has longer CS than the quick beam which seems to be the bees knees these days. I have one it's a great bike and considering you can barely touch a lugged tawain frame for 1500 tax shipping it's a great deal. Just my .02 fwiw... Best, Richard "simple 1 quick beam both are boss" Rios -- 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] No response from Riv ...
Why not just call and ask? I've had emails go unanswered on occasion but the phone always seems to be picked up pronto when I've called -- 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: WTB: Sim Works Little Nick &/or Get Around
As of yesterday blue lug global has the silver in. Fast shipping good prices... https://global.bluelug.com/sim-works-get-around-bar-silver.html Looks like little nick is in the house tobuy a shirt and free shipping all the way from japan. Cant beat that. -- 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] Grant and Gus Boots content in dirtrag magazine
Nice! I first learned of rivendell from dirt rag. They had an article titled what the hell is randonneuring. Which featured a guy on a Riv. I'm subscribed but the print version is becoming rather lean...hope they carry on. -- 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: Seeking wisdom of 29+ bikepacking vs. 2.1”
On Friday, January 11, 2019 at 2:08:03 PM UTC-8, Deacon Patrick wrote: > I’m toying with the idea of a Boots (fixed gear version). I’d love to hear > your experience of bikepacking with 2.6” to 2.8” tires vs. 2.1” or similar > tires. This is for a bikepacking rig, so will be on pavement, dirt, and trail > roughly equally. How big the cost in climbing? How great the gain in just > rolling over stuff? My reference point is 38mm tires on the Quickbeam vs. > 2.1” on the Hunqabeam, but I’ve not bikepacked with the 38mm. I was > delighted/astounded at what I rode over fixed gear on the Colorado Trail last > year on the Hunqabeam. > > With abandon, > Patrick > > www.CredoFamily.org > www.MindYourHeadCoop.org Maybe try one of these while waiting for gus to arrive... http://www.bikesdirect.com/products/motobecane/fat-bikes/fat-bikes-fant29-ss-fatbikes.htm Throw on a fixed cog and give it a go. Compared to other options not really all that expensive to try a long term test. After sell it, prolly wouldnt lose to much, or keep it around for kids, Wife, or as a beater / loaner. Best, Richard -- 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: What if Rivendell brought back paid memberships?
They could count me in on that one as well, and if it came with a new paper reader (maybe once a year) well all the better! -- 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] Things I wish Rivendell still sold..
Paper copies of new Rivendell Readers.I really love the old ones and take them out for a read occasionally. Seems like I discover some new old thing with each re-read. -- 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: No love for the Albastache?
Love my albastache. But 100% agree on setup, gotta get it right or they dont jive. High and tight is the best way either dirt drop or one of the really cool Wright stems from analog...I got it about 99% of the way there with a short tech delux, but a bit to much quill exposed for my taste. Just been to lazy to do the stem swap. Any way they are great bars and the look ! -- 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: What epoch of Rivster are you?
Great question! I am a golden ager for sure. Have an Atlantis, Rambo, and Simple 1. Sold a Toyo Hilsen and have serious regrets about that one... On Sunday, October 7, 2018 at 9:45:10 PM UTC-7, Joe Bernard wrote: > > My favorite label haters are the No Labels group. They have a label. -- 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: Rambouillet purchase
I'd say between 1000-1500$. The Ram is a tremendous value IMHO. Especially if you compare it against Rivs current road offerings. Might also just be me and I know there has been talk that all frames are the same quality...but just from a totally novice looking from the outside perspective the couple of toyo made frames I have seemed nicer...I personally would rank them Toyo, Tawain / maxway?, waterford... I'd say buy it and dont look back. I know the uber fat road tires are the momentary cats meow but a nice 32-35 road tire on a great road bike will always have its place. Just my .02. Best Richard -- 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: Help sizing a AHH (Homer Hilsen)
can you make it work yes. will it be ideal maybe maybe not. if your more of a low bars kinda guy prolly happiness will follow. more of a high bar guy prolly ok as well as long as you don't mind the ultra cranked up stem look or maybe a dirt drop...so in all likelihood doable if you are a happy with close enough kinda guy...otherwise wait and get Rivs suggested size. I honestly think you can lean even slightly bigger then they suggest depending on the fit you are going for. or smaller for that matter depending on model, of course... best, Richard "three frame sizes or so should fit" Rios -- 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: Videos by Blue Lug
great videos! I'd love to see some updated videos like this coming out of Riv HQ...seems to me like things have been kinda quiet on the video front for a good bit...really enjoyed the old Hunqa and staff videos. -- 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] Stack and reach of 55 sizes of Appaloosa and (current) Sam?
I really wish Riv would have kept the stack number listed on the geo chart. For me felt like the most accurate way of sizing the frame, way better than seat tube on the upslopers... -- 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] Thanks Grant
it really makes me bummed out that anyone would be irritated, annoyed, miffed, or whatever to see this topic here. I know we all want our little cubbies to hide in and time out from the world. But really isn't this an EXCEPTIONAL circumstance even among all the exceptional circumstances going on in the world. Is a simple mention or tip of the cap to a mention so irritating. I love bikes and I love to read about them but some things in life just Trump everything else. By the way hats off to Grant for the best way of inditectly saying F#(* you to someone ever! best, Richard "viva Grant, Viva Dinero" Rios -- 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] Thanks Grant
Right on Grant! People first. Thank you for the post. Big respect for the cajones. Best, Richard -- 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: RIV Catalog Arrived
Mine arrived yesterday...must say well done :) ! -- 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: RIV Catalog Arrived
I'm SoCal eagerly awaiting mine as well... -- 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] PSA 60 CM Saluki
No connection to the seller...But i think i recall a recent threat about some Saluki love. Price is good. https://losangeles.craigslist.org/lac/bik/d/saluki-by-rivendell-60cm-650b/6567020715.html Best, Richard -- 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: New Atlantis Pre-sale page is up on rivbike.com
love it! best of 20s art deco meets best of 50s color scheme! wish they would do double top tubes on smaller sizes... -- 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: David Lance Goines Riv Bike Poster
51 -- 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] Re: Lower price Atlantis!
So it's a Clem with a few more lugs atlantis paint and roughly 800$ more price tag? Not sure I see the appeal... -- 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] FS 58cm Boscomoose
Brand new 58cm boscomoose 130$ shipped. Bought for a project that isn't gonna happen. Paypal for pals or you cover fees...local cashola price is cheaper I'm in the 92313. preguntas... 909 910-7424 best, Richard -- 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: Riv request for store credits
I am so glad to hear that Riv will ride on. I remember reading or hearing Grant make a statement something to the effect of...people's idea of succes now n days is creating some sort of company / product and then selling it off to some large corporation...that won't happen to Rivendell as long as I am alive. To this I say hell yeah and will support them the best I can for as long as I can! It's this type of ideology that ties me to them so strongly! Great bikes never hurt !) Best, Richard -- 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: Homer +1 discussion
I will second what both Deacon P and Bill said here. In that a single speed and geared bike that best suits most of the type of riding you do is a hard combo to beat. I am currently down to two bikes, Atlantis and Simple1. I would like to add anouther bike to the stable but am hard pressed to find anouther bike that would significantly add something different to the combo. of course a couple of the current web specials are tempting... best, Richard -- 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: Riv request for store credits
Got mine hope it helps. Been a Riv fan and supporter for some time. Noticed they have a 53, 55, and 57 senior Frank Jones on web special might be a good time to grab one. -- 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] Are you using your real name on here?
Yep sure do...why wouldn't I. I've even put my personal phone number up here, no problemo. To riff on good ol' Popeye "I am what I am and I is who I is". Richard "toot toot" Rios -- 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] PSA: 58 Quickbeam for sale
just a FYI to any interested party, the bike ran through my hands...there is a dent on the top tube under the Paul sticker and the point of the seat lug was knocked down damaged during shipping to me. The bike seemed to have lived a very loved life and then moved on. Plenty of beausage. I'm not a price police kinda guy but stuff you might like to know prior to reaching out on the bike for asking price. If it's the same owner I sold it to he was a pretty nice guy I wouldn't heasisitate to reach out to him with questions. best, Richard -- 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] Re: Fixed Flywheel for the Brain
while i am no expert I have given fixed riding a go and found that with brakes riding fixed with no foot retention is fine. Fixed sans brakes and foot retention is no bueno! best, Richard -- 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: Pedal Choices
I have had both and will join the chorus of grip kings are not that grippy especially when wet. I still have a pair of the RMX and find them to be a great all around pedal. Not to grippy not to slippy for everyday use. I've used DMR V8s which I believe are basically the same as the wellgos mentioned. They are nice but the spikes will stick your shins pretty bad if you happen to slip while in shorts which is why for more causual riding I like the RMX. best, Richard -- 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: 56 650b Hunqapillar arrived.
Fantastic 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 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] Hunqapillar or Appaloosa?
I'd ask if you are the type who likes to have one or multiple bikes. If one go Appa. If you like to have bikes that are more specalized get the Hunqa. I'm sure both are great and can be used as allrounders as most Rivs can. But if ya buy kinda smack dab in the middle like with an appa, if you ever go to buy a new bike you will be looking for ways to differentiate it or asking yourself just why did you get the new one. I ran into this with my Atlantis and Clem. Buy Rivs towards the ends Hunqa and Roadini. With that kinda setup most all middle ground is covered. or buy one in the middle and strech towards the ends and don't worry about what you are missing because it wont be much as far as general fun and fitness riding go... best, Richard -- 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] Saddle height vs PBH
I prefer the heel on pedal method plus a few hairs up. I found Riv's recomendation of pbh -10 or 11 put me a tad high. Always felt like I was reaching for the pedals and my toes were pointed down to much for my taste. I prefer a flatter foot while pedaling. I end up around 72.5-73 with a 85 cm pbh measured by the old book jammed up crotch method. Richard "it's close either way though" rios -- 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: 2017 Appaloosa 51cm green
I've noticed Appas poping up to...might just be that the model is so new it's kinda striking to see um for sale so soon...Atlantis, Sam, Hilsen, have all been around for quite some time, to me it I guess I expect to see them pop up given the supply out there and that owners have prolly had a chance to have them around for a while... -- 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] FS: Rivendell Jack Brown Blue
HI All, I have a set of used and in pretty good condition jack brown blues for sale. Asking 50$ for the pair shipped. The side walls are a bit dirty and the pictures are lousy but it gives an idea of tread life / condition. Best, Richard 909 910-7424 Also have a set of the 650 B kendas that come stock on Clem real low miles I switched them out for a pair of conti nobbies. Not sure if they are worth selling because shipping might kill the value but how bout 20$ plus actual shipping (you pick the poison and let me know what it will cost) Ill go as cheep cheep or luxy as you care to as long as actual cost is covered. Local pickup is always welcomed 92313 SoCal. -- 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: Platform Pedal Recommendation for Sam
I've got a pair of vp vice pedals in black. good general used condition some normal scratches. 20 bucks plus shipping of interested. I'd prolly use usps flat rate which is 7$ I think. PM me if interested. best, Richard -- 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 56 Quickbeam
that is an awesome write up by The Deacon Patrick. No way I am any where near that eloquent...but I will say keep the beam! likelyhood of regretting it's sale is high! I've got a simpleone and love it. it is currently the longest standing bike in my stable, and that being from someone who tends to cycle through bikes with some regularity !) best, Richard -- 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: PSA: 60cm Quickbeam on eBay
nice. someone is gonna be very happy quickbeams and simpleones are SWEET bike$! Best, Richard -- 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] PSA: 60cm Quickbeam on eBay
+1 Mojo, and while I haven't quite thrown in the towel yet...after my last selling experience here I do agree this can be an "interesting" crowd to sell to !). I noticed surly and salsa has a trder / for sale page on facebook, I haven't noticed one for Rivs but might be something to that idea. Anyway I've also noticed that while under no pretense of manners and general niceness, that there arnt people making snarkey remarks about the asking prices even if / when they might seem a bit high. Having bought and sold way to much bike stuff (for me anway) I don't disparage people's asking prices. I assume that like myself, they are prolly gonna dump the money back into a different project or trying to recoup some of their losses on previous sales of bike stuff. If a deal is sweet GREAT! Good for the person who scores said deal. Otherwise I'm not sure what the negativity about asking prices on this list is all about. And yes there are cases that are funny and a bit obscene like the 50-100 Riv waterbottles on ebay and, no this doesn't apply to the entire list, I've had lots a cool easy transactions too, and yes to each his own as to what they consider fair prices...but really!? Best, Richard -- 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: In Praise of Short Jaunts and Appaloosas
couldn't agree more. Between work, life, family, most my rides click in at an hour or two. Still I love um. like little meditation breaks from it all. Restorative on a Riv...Restoritariv perhaps. just ramblin as usual. Best, Richard -- 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] Any members in the San Diego area interested in an S24o?
Hi Max, you part of the SCAR so cal allrounders group? If not I'd suggest ya check it out. I know there are some members down San Diego way. Might be a good place to post narrow down the field a bit. There are a couple of rides cooking one in the OC...I have only met a few of the members so far but everyone I have met has super cool and down to earth. Best, Richard -- 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] Anyone use a Sackville GrabSack as a handlebar bag?
yes, I do / did and it works great, but I only tried on drop bars. place shoulder strap around brake hoods. pull snug. flip bag over once or twice depending on need as to not hit tire. SHAZAM! great little bar bag. -- 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: Last Nigel Smythe tweed country bag
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[RBW] Re: FS: Last Nigel Smythe tweed country bag
Bag is spoken for. :) Sale pending Thanks, Richard On Wednesday, April 12, 2017 at 8:37:52 PM UTC-7, Richard Rios wrote: > > So I kinda impulse bought the last Nigel Smythe saddle bag Riv had on web > specials...I am more velvet underground grimey than er um insert classy > tweedish band here I can't think of one off hand. any way it is a no return > kida deal so I am gonna see if anyone here is interested. it's currently > sitting in my closet unopened in the box Riv used to ship it. I'm asking > 200 $ shipped. it cost me just shy of 160$ after tax and shipping. and I > figure since we are all pals here you wouldn't mind springing for a decent > 12er of beer so i can wash the regret away and the rest is shipping...let > me know. > > Thanks, > Richard > 909 910-7424 > -- 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: Last Nigel Smythe tweed country bag
LOL! you all are strange. Perhaps less time on the internet in a state of mental moral high ground and in the real world. My number was up there if you didn't see the humor or like the pricing or worried someone would make a red cent on something so morally reprehensible you coulda called and asked what's up. if you really wanted the bag, you coulda called or txted if thats to big a step for ya and said I'm a cheapskate kinda person who wouldn't buy his pal a beer if he were stranded in the Sahara and dying of thirst (but I happen to love kinda expensive bike crap) can you send the bag for what it cost and shipping. since I'm not an internet "richard" id of easily said sure but we couldn't be friends. I gonna leave this up here for shots n giggles and perhaps as a warning to who ya might want to or not deal with (myself included in that)...if you are local socal and interested in the bag hit me up. your welcome to it for what I paid which is what you woulda paid anyway. I will ask ya ta buy me a beer on principal, perhaps a ride to talk about bikes and other cool shit velvits, stooges, BRMC, BJM,MMA,BJJ,fringe,x files any one?... this Truly was one of the dumbest threads ever. if ever i go to sell anything here again I will make sure to include plenty of Golly Gee, Awe Shucks, and you know my money is going right back to Riv !) I will also make sure I am losing ample amounts of money on said stuff as to please the internet gods. Gosh (said in N Dynamite voice)this will be difficult though, as I will have to take my I voted for Trump t shirt off first !) best, Richard it not be rum but beer im spongin for Rios !) Richard I suggest boxers rather than briefs that are to right Rios Richard damn now how's my kid supposed ta eat Rios Richard damn have a sense of humor would ya Rios Richard dang we are all pals on these posts till ya say something we don't like then reow Rios much love to am the normies on the list and peeps I have met in person who are cool. To a recently made friend on a local ride guess I got out of my lane on this one HA! -- 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] FS: Last Nigel Smythe tweed country bag
@Patrick loved the link!) Richard "bought my Atlantis in some part due to "heroin" lyrics I wish that I'd sailed the darkened seas on a great big clipper ship" Rios -- 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] FS: Last Nigel Smythe tweed country bag
nope numbers are right. didn't set out to scalp it or try to make what maybe a whopping a 15-20$ "profit". I got better stuff to do with my time than waste it on endevors like that. No one here ever impulse buy anything...then decide not my jam. I dont hate the bag and would just as soon keep it than lose money on it. if I were actually trying to make money on it I'd put it up on ebay for a heinous sum or up for bid with all the sniping jackyls. just thought i'd offer it up here if anyone is interested. I disclosed what I paid and reasonable shipping will be around 20$ ish i assume, so yep caught me! my get rich scheme has been foiled!perhaps consider it a courtisy fee...people get paid to stand in line for stuff these days!) toothpaste helps wash bad tastes out of the mouth, but I'd recommend the good and not super CHEAP kind. what target you at charging 50 cents more per tube than wal-Mart you scalpers you!LOL come on guys really!? Jim if this is some kinda outrage or crime against list rules let me know I will remove post no problemo. best Richard " call me Tonto " Rios -- 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] FS: Last Nigel Smythe tweed country bag
So I kinda impulse bought the last Nigel Smythe saddle bag Riv had on web specials...I am more velvet underground grimey than er um insert classy tweedish band here I can't think of one off hand. any way it is a no return kida deal so I am gonna see if anyone here is interested. it's currently sitting in my closet unopened in the box Riv used to ship it. I'm asking 200 $ shipped. it cost me just shy of 160$ after tax and shipping. and I figure since we are all pals here you wouldn't mind springing for a decent 12er of beer so i can wash the regret away and the rest is shipping...let me know. Thanks, Richard 909 910-7424 -- 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: Did someone buy Grant's Atlantis?
wow I completely missed that one...I have a 56 atlantis and love it. for some reason in my mind I just paired that bike up with Grant as a forever kinda thing. Maybe because it was in the adds, posts, and whatnot a lot during the time I started to really geting into Rivendell. Makes me kinda sad to think it's been sold (not that it's any of my buisness) but just from a sentimental standpoint. definately got me wondering what happened though... -- 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] Re: N = ? or How do you decide how many bikes to own?
So I have a few factors that help me decide, the first is how much I value my marriage,second space and lastly trying to balance that with my constant search for the "perfect" stable. My ideal number is around four. one for fastish for me road, single speeder, all rounder, and mountain bike. I think I could get away with two if I had to. But any more than four I feel choice paralysis kick in every time I go to ride. Right now I have three bikes all Rivs, an Atlantis, Simple One, and Clem. Also have a San Marcos frame I am on the fence about and that is currently up for sale but that might change. Currently i am looking to go with something more "modern" and a bit less precious in my mimd,at the moment plus size tire karate monkey or salsa vaya kinda got my attention... best, Richard " this group always makes me feel better about my bike habbit" Rios :) -- 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] Clem Rear Hub Dust Cap
dang that's a bummer on both calls. maybe I read sealed somewhere and inferred cartridge...maybe someone out there has an idea as to what's up. perhaps hubs with this kinda dust deal are just prone to squeeking. hope your hub ends up okie dokie. if something pops up of interest please share so the rest of the squeaky hub club crew might take preemptive measures... best, richard -- 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] Clem Rear Hub Dust Cap
yes. as just a so soish bike wrencher my solution is as follows.. pull the little dust cap back and apply a little light lubricant I used T9 suff. make shure dust cap is seated flush against hub, mine kept getting sucked into hub body. Find a big hill to ride up n down a few times fast n it should be good. You will see little rubber dust bunnies building up, but I don't think it matters much as if I recall correctly bearings are cartridge so sealed any way. I still get an occasional squeek but no biggie. best Richard -- 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] FS: Soma San marcos 54cm 650B
For sale Soma San Marcos Tiberon Blue 650 B 54 CM frame and fork new in box. Not sure of fork bend as i have not removed frame and fork from box. So it is a mystery surprise :) 775$ shipped to your door lower 48. Local pickup welcomed. Any questions feel free to ask. 909 910-7424 -- 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] Re: I need a Roadeo, right?
YES! or a Roadini if wife / partner is iffy on big bike purchases. Then upgrade later if "need" be !) :) -- 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: Clem L (low bar) for longer rides?
Roberta, I'm not sure what your fitness goals are but I come down on the side of bike riding isn't that great a form of exercise. I think Grant has written a good number of posts about this topic. If I recall correctly without trying to put words in anyone's mouth, I think it is in part how the whole just ride thing came about. Any way if you wanna be "fit" in that you can ride long miles quickly then maybe continue down the road you are going and check out specalized or trek or any number of the other bike manufactures out there. perhaps a Roadeo or Roadini of you wanna stay with Riv. Otherwise do some burpees, sit ups, push ups, and hit training. Much better excersize and you will get "Fit" this way. Use your bike rides for fun and enjoying nature.If you do the other stuff you can hop on your bike and do 40-50 miles no problem. will you be super fast like the guys and gals who put all the fast miles in. prolly not, but unless you are racing who cares. By the way I have a clem H. it rides like a dream and when I have time I take off rambling for the day. I dont count miles but the bike has never been any sort of barrier to me riding as fast or as far as I would care to go. best, Richard -- 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] Something French
Thank you for the offer Eric I definately will do ! :) -- 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] Something French
Beautiful bike i'd love to own a Singer some day. just haven't had the right time right size right price thing align YET !) -- 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: Appaloosa Vs Clem Smith
Hi, I'll chime in here, as I was in a somewhat similar situation only I test road the appa and bought a clem blind after doing so. I feel that the appa's ride was a bit snappier overall it felt to me a bit more roadish. Clem in the other hand I would characterize as a bit more stable perhaps leaning a hair more towards rough stuff. I'd put any notion of clem being strictly commuterish to the side. Yes Clem would make a great commuter but it really is an all rounder like any Riv. Truth be told I instantly loved the feeling of the appa and when I first road the Clem not so much. But the more time I have spent aboard Clem the more I have grown to LOVE it. I intend to do a full write up at some point but will share a few impressions here. Clem is smooth and stable,but not slow. Slow is relative but for the type of bike / non race bike Clem scoots along nicely. Put the hammer down and clem responds surprisingly well. Clem is a rambling bike for riding like when you were a kid. Pack a bag lunch and some Capri sun and set off exploring for the day. Clem is great on any "road" surface and really shines on non technical fire trails. Clem is perfect for a front rack and basket.The bike really is a home run in so many ways. all that said I have a few nits to pick. The sunrace shifters and I have yet to make good friends. The little clicks that sometimes put you in gear perfectly and sometimes not are...well less than ideal. I would have like to seen the 52cm size come with 58cm boscos. for some reason the 55s felt to narrow to me. I'm pretty medium at 5' 9" 170ish. lastly the little rubber seals / dust caps on the hubs have taken some fiddeling with to stop squeaking. Again all minor things. I think either way you go you won't be dissapointed. might want to ask yourself if the lugs are worth it to you or not. also I feel a bit more at ease using clem then my other more expensive Rivs but that's just me as I grew up during the everything needs to stay in mint condition baseball card hoarding 80s /90s ears and that has kinda stuck with me. Hope that helps some. Again I really enjoy clem and can whole heartedly recommend it owing / having had owned a numer of other Rivs. Ride wise you will be missing nothing if you buy a clem except for the lugs of course. best Richard -- 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: Remember Good People, Steel is Real!
wow just wow. lol professor actual factual saving the non helmeted children of yester year with time machine and encyclopedic knowledge of helmet trivia. now if he only coulda made it ta da 80s i wouldn't a banged my unhelmeted head so often n I'd be a lick smarter... !) then maybe I'd recon what this post was all about in the first place... :) -- 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] Doing wheelies on the Cheviot
I read somewhere Dave at Rivendell can wheelie a long CS bike. I was hoping for a video of that. I couldn't really get the front end up on my long CS proto hunqapillar much less wheelie it. haven't really tried on my clem but I'm not so sure how that would go with non bull boscosif anyone can I'd love he see a video of it as well :) -- 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] cool new geometry section on rivbike.com
Yep i dig it. I'm guessing it's fairly new to as i just noticed it the other day. Saddle height suggestion seems to be dropping a bit, I wonder why? Higher bars better with lower saddle, thinner pedals? Any way it is a really nice reference point. -- 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: Silver or green Joe?
Based on my personal experience I say go silver here is why. Somehow I ended up with 3 greenish Rivs at one point in time, an atlantis, simpleone, and proto hunqa. My wife walks into the garage one day and says my bikes are cute because of the ombre color scheme! Cute and ombre not what I want to hear about my manly beast bicycles, I cringed !) But seriously Riv seems to do alot of green frames. Seems like the silvers and mustards show up a bit less. So if you plan on having more than one Riv and don't want em to end up all matchy matchy cute ombre style grab a silver or orange or mustard when they come up... Richard"please don't call me Kermit" Rios -- 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] Re: Rivendell uses BikeFlights
Agreed about Riv's shipping cost. I always cringe a bit when I sell a bike and know it's gotta be shipped, it's a fair amount of work. In fact after a few DIY bike boxing adventures I don't / wont do it myself any more. I now take it to the bike shop who charges 60$. They do a good job or I wouldn't use them but I don't think they put in the love Riv does and they use recycled materials. So if I think about it like that Riv's shipping is very reasonable. It still bums me out to pay it but watcha gonna do? I can't rationalize spending so much on a bike and then gettin all cheapskate on shipping... -- 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] FS Albatross bar setup
Bars are sold 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.
[RBW] Re: PSA: (pricey?) 54cm Quickbeam on eBay
AWESOME bike! Your gonna love it! Worth every penny of the price you paid for it IMHO. I find the second hand market on Rivs kinda strange price wise, seems like it brings all the skinflint types out, at least has been my experience when trying to sell a used Rivendell. But back the bike congrats and I totally agree your size great condition worth 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. 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] Glorius and Wilbury
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Re: [RBW] Re: PSA: VP Pedals on sale
There's been a good bit said. So I'll just throw in my .02. I try to support my LBS whenever possible. But when I do I go there with the mindset of I am paying for service and dont really sweat the price. If the service isn't there then why would I pay a higher price? And I dont. I do and don't like the really low ball blow out prices. I like them because they can be nice when you find them and it's something useful. But then they bum me out because i know that it really kills the price of that item on the second hand market. I recently bought a clem for full price and it is worth it! But then I saw Riv had discounted it and I thought dang if I ever go to sell, which I don't plan on but I never rule out, people will remember that lower price. This happens to me occasionally enough because I am in a situation where i kinda have to buy to try for better or worse. Unfortunately my experiences with most LBS has been on the not that good side of things. Most of the shops in my area cater to the racier type folks. so when I ask for "regular" type stuff they don't typically stock they don't seem in all that much of a hurry to help. Which sours me in general to tryin LBS.This has happened to me at shops even when they do specialize in "normal" suff. I took a trip out to one such shop in the Los Angeles area about a 75 min drive from where I live to buy a bike. I said yeah I'll take it! Order it up... and they gave me some rig a ma roll about needing to check stock first and then never got back to me until days later after having had promised to get back much sooner. I end ended up buying the bike direct and could clearly see the bike was I'm stock online from jump. Not sure what that was about but I was bummed because i really wanted to find a great new shop to support...b ut the servuce wasn't there :(. I'm not money rich but am blessed to have a wife kid, morgage and all that good stuff. Expensive bikes and parts are a luxury for me so I spend to support when I can and save a few bucks when possible. I support Rivendell as much as I can because I really have learned so much about cycling from Grant. If I hadn't found Riv I'd prolly be all hunched over on some to small frame staring at the ground and missing out on so much of what I enjoy about riding a bike. That is worth something to me. With that said sometimes I am broker than others and because I am here in Cali I get hit with tax plus shipping and the higher price from Riv which just makes that voice kick in and say I gotta support my family also and that cheaper price becomes to hard to pass up... There shouldnt be any judgemt passing or guilt. I think amongst those who participate in this group we are all mindful and all just doing the best we can working within the economy we have. Stevies looks great by the way! I would love to have a shop like that in my neck of the woods. Seems to show good service really does sell. Richard -- 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: Awesome new bars on Blue Lug Blog.
Takashi, Thank you for the link and letting me know I'll be taking a closer look at the bars and might order a set. Hmmm but that means I might just need a new bike to put them on :/... -- 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: Awesome new bars on Blue Lug Blog.
I have no idea what those wild looking bars are either. But the pair of bars I was referencing were on the second link and have 25.4 clamp diameter. I'll check out fairweather to see if they got um thanks for the tip :) -- 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: Awesome new bars on Blue Lug Blog.
I have no idea what those wild looking bars are either. But the pair of bars I was referencing were on the second link and have 25.4 clamp diameter. I'll check out fairweather to see if they got um thanks for the tip :) -- 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] Awesome new bars on Blue Lug Blog.
Looks like Blue Lug has Riv's new bars or something very close to them on sale. I am thinking about ordering a pair they look great! Anyone order from them before? https://bluelug.com/blog/kamiuma/84384/ https://store.bluelug.com/nitto-b356-m-s-bar-black-13739.html -- 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] 55 CROMO Bosco bars for sale
HI Everyone, I just swapped out stock 55cm bosco bars for the wider 58 version so i am selling the originals. Asking 45$ paypal friends and family plus actual shipping cost. My guess would be around 15$ shipping, I will be using the box and packing riv sent me which is kinda large. local pickup is welcomed 92313. I'll post a picture shortly but nothing much to see other then the bars. There might be some VERY faint insertion marks but basically looks new. Preguntas, Call 909 910-7424 Thanks, Richard -- 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] FS: New Clem Smith Jr take off parts.
Items sold! Thanks Valerie :) -- 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] FS: New Clem Smith Jr take off parts.
Hi Everyone, Bought a new clem smith I didn't end up using the saddle or pedals as i already had a brooks and some old thin gripsters waiting... 20$ for saddle plus standard flat rate shipping envelope which is 6.45 i think. 20$ for plastic clem pedals and little bell plus flat rate shipping. If you know a slicker / cheaper / easier way to ship i am willing to try that i just go flat rate because it is the easiest method i know. If interested i usually respond to txts first. Papal friends and family please. Local pickup is welcomed i'm at 92313. Thanks, Richard 909 910-7424 -- 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: Clem / long CS CROW PIE!
Clem has arrived. Picked um up on Monday. Haven't had a chance to build it up but looking forward to get a ride in this weekend. Ride impressions to follow. :) -- 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: Misc Nitto rack parts. Struts, p clamps, diving board...
SOLD! On Saturday, January 7, 2017 at 11:01:46 PM UTC-8, Richard Rios wrote: > > Hi, > > I have managed to collect a small bunch of miscellaneous rack parts. > Since i don't have any racks in the works or need the parts thought i would > bundle them up. Got a Clem on the way so I'm sure there will be > accessories that need to be bought from Riv.. Asking 25$ for the lot 6$ > standard flat rate to have them shipped. A true tinkerers delight. Cut > struts measure 17.5 from end to center of eyelet. 18 cm total. Paypal > friends and family please or local is always welcomed. > > Thanks, > Richard > 909 910-7424 > -- 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] strada rosa, goatheads, tubeless
Sorry I didn't even mention tubeless but unless you are curious or have other reasons for wanting to go tubeless I would say it is unnecessary. -- 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] strada rosa, goatheads, tubeless
Yes there are lots of goatheads out there. I say how good are you at fixing flats and how much do you mind mid ride flat repair. If you are good run em as is and patch the flats as they come along. Medium don't care slime or orange seal is great. Hate fixing flats tire liners and some sorta sealant and you are good to go. For what it's worth I've done the ride twice and love it! :) the first time I had nada other than pasela tour guard tires and had one goat head flat towards the very end of the ride. The other time I ran tire liners and had zero flats. But the route changes so you might want to check in with ride organizers as to what they will be running the ride through for the best advice. -- 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: Clem / long CS CROW PIE!
Definitely different opinions here which makes things fun and interesting, I guess it just remains to be seen as to how i feel the Clem rides once it arrives. I briefly spoke to Grant about Clem and he gave it a ringing endorsement "your gonna love it". I didn't go into all the details and ask for a comparison or anything like that i had actually just called in about ordering some bar tape and happened to catch him on the phone. As for the frame price i don't know that one being more expensive than the other makes one better straight off. My understanding is that it is primairly a labor cost issue and not frame quality per se. I am sure a good bike designer can account for tube specs and butting and get it to ride pretty much any way they would like. As for the Hunqa I think i mentioned in one of the posts that i had ordered that bike to be my "mountain bike". Mind you i didn't think that i was going to be able to scream down the hills of whistler on it, but it just didn't end up working for me anything beyond pretty mellow fire roading. I apologize if this didn't come through clearly most my posts are just kinda shot off the cuff from my cell phone. It was / is a great bike for off road touring, and all around heavy duty riding. But the long CS and handlebar setup bullmoose just didn't work for me. I could have monkeyed around with the bars but i would have gone to something more swept back and pushed the bike more in the touring camping commuting direction which is not what i had intended. When i went to check out Clem and rode the Appa i had no such preconceived notions as to how i intend to ride the bike. I just rode it and it felt great! I have an Atlantis that i use as my road bike, a simple one for darting about town, a surly for the time being for mountain biking, so in my mind justifying Clem came down to a great "whatevering" (thanks for the term gravel and grind) bike. I'm in the camp of glad it is TIGed and perhaps will feel a bit less precious to me. The wheel house did have a Clem frame that I was able to check out and it was really nicely done! Looked better than i had expected it to. Yes it was TIGed but the welds looked super clean and Riv really did a great job with all the details they put into the bike. I was really surprised at how well it all came together. I will report back once i get a chance to give Clem a good go. Oh yeah I like 650B and have found that tires really make a huge / the biggest difference as to how lively a bike feels. Best, Richard On Sunday, January 1, 2017 at 6:58:59 AM UTC-8, masmojo wrote: > > Well, you're getting so many different opinions here I could certainly > understand a little uncertainty!LOL > The opinions that the Clem won't ride much heavier then the Appa. Or that > it will ride better then the Appa. Are a little silly. The Appa. Has a > lugged frame, with a lighter gauge tubing, the Clem is welded which is > going to require much thicker tubing (at least on the ends). One is a $800 > frame & the other is a $1,400 frame! There's a reason the Appa. costs more! > Additional cause for concern is that you had a Hunq. Prototype and did not > like it!? Huh? An Appa. Is basically a Asian made, slightly lighter Hunq. > So if you didn't like the Hunq. I wouldn't think you would like the Appa. > either!? > A Clem. is plush, an Appaloosa? Not nearly so much, more lively. > Anywayz, to me it sounds like to me your problem isn't so much with the > bike as it is set up; whatever you get, just keep trying different things > until you get it where you like 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. 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: Clem / long CS CROW PIE!
Thanks for the feedback ian. I read as much as I can and hand wring while trying to make sense of the numbers but admittedly I am no where near close to an expert on any of that. I usually just go by how a bike"feels" for what I am looking to do with it. Now I had a long CS hunqapillar proto that really didn't end up working for me. Perhaps it was my expectation of the bike based on what I was thinking of using it for / as a "mountain bike that really didn't make it work for me. or perhaps it was the way it was set up and how that got along with my body proportions (longish? top tube bullmoose bars and long CS). When i rode the appa I really didn't go into it expecting anything and I have a surly that covers mountain biking so I wasn't framing the bike up as a full blown off roader. When i just left well enough alone and pedaled...the ride was GREAT. Just felt fun like a sporty kids bike. Made me want to "just ride" around endlessly slaloming through anything I could find fast or slow didn't seem to matter. I'm not exactly sure what makes the bike feel the way it does or different from my first experience with long CS, but I gotta say it again the ride felt great! Perhaps swept back bars are the magic ticket that make the long CS shine for me, have to shake my head and say I dunno!? Does it matter? But if the Clem rides even 80 percent the same as an appa then that is totally close enough for me. As for the lugs I have a couple of other Rivs with a full Monty worth of em. I actually like that clem is a bit plain. I am in my 40s now and grew up in the era of base ball card collecting and the notion of keeping everything in gem mint condition. That has kinda followed me and I hope to see clem as a little less precious and beausage worthy...we shall see !) bAnyy the way any one want to buy a hoard of mint condition 1990s baseball cards !) I'll let um go cheap... -- 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: Clem / long CS CROW PIE!
Hi masmojo, I have read various opinions on the ride qualities would you share your impressions on how they differ. From what I put together I thought it would be good enough. I anticipate that the clem will ride a bit more husky than the appa but what impressed me was the smooth yet nimble feeling it had. I was / am hoping the clem will share most If not all of that. I'd love to hear more of your thoughts. Also who does clem / Clementine compair with atlantis. Any one else care to weigh in with their impressions that would be great as well. I really was hoping to test ride the clem but it was gone. One of the bummers about being a so cal Rob fan no "easy" way to test ride so you hope you are close. Thanks Richard -- 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] Clem / long CS CROW PIE!
Thanks Joe, I did / do anticipate a bit of a difference based on description and ride reports but it does sound close enough and I was hedging my bet just a wee bit due to my previous experience. But close enough in this case will be PLENTY GOOD enogh cause the appa was a wow grin inducer. -- 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] Clem / long CS CROW PIE!
So a few weeks back The Wheelhouse los angeles posted on their facebook page that they had some Clems, Appas, and Sams in stock. So I though Howdee I live close enough to there to grab a quick look. And there is a pretty decent ramen shop near by score twofer! Also to be completely honest the new bike bug has been biting a bit. Anyhow I stopped by to check out the bikes, the clem that was my size 52 had already been sold and I have owned a Sam so I was offered a test ride on the Appa. It was a size to small but they got things close enough for me to take it for a spin...and well WOW was I surprised! Not that I should have been per say but I was. Two words Smooth and responsive! Like a Caddie with Porsche handling! Also loved the choco moose bars that were on there. The forward hand position felt really good to me and natural better than that of the Albas for compairson. So as for the crow I've been a bit of a poopooer on the whole long CS thing. Not in any major way but based on my experience with a particular bike. Now I don't know if the feeling I got was because of the smaller frame or bar position or simply because it was a parking lot test ride and the bike is STUNNING! But man was I impressed. So much so I whent ahead and ordered a Clem. Not the appa I know but I had sold a few bikes recently and thats what I had the scratch for. Still might be an appa in my future as an upgrade from clem if need be. Anyway when the Clem arrives I sure hope I have the same experience all over again and get to eat a great big giant Clem Smith / long CS CROW pie! -- 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] Re: Multi Use Path Etiquette
Maybe I'm just weird but I do glance back every so often as I walk along. Do the same on my bike. Keeps me from being surprised at least 80 percent of the time. Also most bikes are not absolutely silent usually there will be some kind of noise that alerts me to a bike comming along. Tire buzz, chain squeek, brake squeel, friends talking and enjoying the ride, dirt or leaves being ran over. The only problem I find with that is if some one is playing out racing fantasies and being a bit inconsiderate, then they will close to fast to react to and it is a bit startling. But hey if having to pay some attention to what is going on in the environment is to much to ask ...maybe I'll just go into the mirrors for pedestrians buisness! That way they can just look straight ahead, with ear buds in, monitoring Fit bit, smoking a pipe, drinking a cup o' joe, while reading Ann Patchette and still see what is going on behind them !) Richard "spider sense" Rios -- 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] Re: Multi Use Path Etiquette
As to original question posed. I say yes it is absolutely ok, go for it and why not. My experience is that people you can pass in this manner are generally the more considerate and aware types. They don't seem startled or to mind. I know I dont, just slow down a bit and go on about your buisness. I find the issue to be with the groups of walkers or cyclist taking up the whole path talking loudly and in general showing no concern for others. But these folks tend to be a no win...if you just try to go around quietly they look at you all indignantly and don't seem to want to share the space or if you use a bell they seem startled and scatter in all directions causing even more of a ruckus and still look at ya all indignantly. People with kids and dogs I will generally try and give some warning because kids being kids will dart and I wouldn't want them or fido to get hurt. Point being everyone should keep a general awareness of others about them on multi use paths and be considerate / use common sense. Then there really is no problem and need to signal every time you go around. I dont honk before I pass in my car. The expectation is that as drivers we keep a general awareness of what is happening around us for everyone's safety. Think the same should be true of multi use paths as well. I also like my brass bells because they look, and sound great. I will ping mine at times just for shits and giggles because the sound makes me feel happy. What I actually find them most useful for is when going around blind corners or when or where sight is somehow limited. Then I will just ping away to let others know I am around. Just my .02 -- 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: I need help. I have become a Riv enabler.
Looks like The Wheelhouse in LA. Great shop nice people, I know they posted they have a few rivs in stock a couple o days back. I'm planning a trip out that way hopefully someone will enabale 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 https://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: PSA Inexpensive Cheviut
Yeah selling on CL is no fun at all. Between the scammers, the low ballers, the information seekers with no intention to buy, and flakes it really does get a bit frustrating! So sadly I go all Bird in hand when selling. Doesn't feel so nice but darn... My experience selling a Rivemdell has always seemed worse VERY low baller and info seeker heavy! -- 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] Clementine
Rasta bar tape very natty! Approve :) -- 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 Velo orange Cigne dirt drop / ld stem nickle 70mm New (plus extras)
SOLD! Thank you. On Sunday, November 13, 2016 at 9:22:08 PM UTC-8, Richard Rios wrote: > > 70 mm version. > > Thanks, > Richard > -- 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 Velo orange Cigne dirt drop / ld stem nickle 70mm New (plus extras)
70 mm version. Thanks, Richard -- 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 Velo orange Cigne dirt drop / ld stem nickle 70mm New (plus extras)
sale pending... On Sunday, November 13, 2016 at 10:15:32 AM UTC-8, Richard Rios wrote: > > Pictures Attached > > 70$ for just stem shipped if interested friends and family papal. > > Thanks, > Richard > > On Saturday, November 12, 2016 at 3:47:37 PM UTC-8, Richard Rios wrote: >> >> Hi Everyone, >> >> Have a brand new Velo orange Cigne stem nickle plated for sale small >> scratch version (which is almost nothing don't know why they even mentioned >> it). Also including a set of new 31.8 to 26.0 shims as well as a Titanium >> simworks 20mm with me headset spacer. The spacer matches both the diameter >> and color of the stem pretty closely so if you wanted to get a couple of >> extra cm on there to really get the bars up this will look a good bit >> better than using an aluminum spacer t. Asking 86.00$ Shipped paypal >> friends and family. Stems are currently out of stock at Velo Orange. Any >> questions feel free to ask. >> >> Thanks, >> Richard >> 909 910-7424 >> > -- 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 Velo orange Cigne dirt drop / ld stem nickle 70mm New (plus extras)
Pictures Attached 70$ for just stem shipped if interested friends and family papal. Thanks, Richard On Saturday, November 12, 2016 at 3:47:37 PM UTC-8, Richard Rios wrote: > > Hi Everyone, > > Have a brand new Velo orange Cigne stem nickle plated for sale small > scratch version (which is almost nothing don't know why they even mentioned > it). Also including a set of new 31.8 to 26.0 shims as well as a Titanium > simworks 20mm with me headset spacer. The spacer matches both the diameter > and color of the stem pretty closely so if you wanted to get a couple of > extra cm on there to really get the bars up this will look a good bit > better than using an aluminum spacer t. Asking 86.00$ Shipped paypal > friends and family. Stems are currently out of stock at Velo Orange. Any > questions feel free to ask. > > Thanks, > Richard > 909 910-7424 > -- 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] FS Velo orange Cigne dirt drop / ld stem nickle 70mm New (plus extras)
Hi Everyone, Have a brand new Velo orange Cigne stem nickle plated for sale small scratch version (which is almost nothing don't know why they even mentioned it). Also including a set of new 31.8 to 26.0 shims as well as a Titanium simworks 20mm with me headset spacer. The spacer matches both the diameter and color of the stem pretty closely so if you wanted to get a couple of extra cm on there to really get the bars up this will look a good bit better than using an aluminum spacer t. Asking 86.00$ Shipped paypal friends and family. Stems are currently out of stock at Velo Orange. Any questions feel free to ask. Thanks, Richard 909 910-7424 -- 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] blug notes
Read the post to go Grant! He has my support! -- 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.
