Re: [RBW] One Bike Concept
For removable cockpits, have you considered the daVinci splitters? http://www.davincitandems.com/comp.html#split I was considering it-- but the most I change handlebars is twice a year (spring and winter). Cables are cheap, and I do it in time with semi-annual maintenance. I know some folks who use the splitters for shipping bikes, and seem to like 'em. On Monday, March 25, 2013 11:24:25 AM UTC-4, justin...@gmail.com wrote: Interestingly enough - I've been toying with this. I have: 58cm 650b Saluki (Noodles) 58cm 700c SimpleOne (Jitensha) 58cm 700c or 650b Motobecane Gran Jubilee (Promenade) (fixed gear 650b Hetre townie) And was lusting after building up a mountain bike. It's my yearly Spring cleaning (even as it snows outside in Philly) and was really thinking about about going down to just 1 bike. The Saluki is the obvious choice. I know I'd regret parting with the S1 after such a short time but I really have to say that I just prefer the feel of 650b in almost every aspect, especially the town riding I do much of the time. My thought was to get some Paul Racers (or use the Mafacs I have downstairs) and set up a system to swap out bars between Noodles, Jitensha bar and Promenade (narrow Boscos), using straddle carriers on the brakes and slotted barrel adjusters at the headset and rear. I already have downtube shifters and prefer them right now - the lack of cable clutter and my infrequent shifting helps. I would feel more in tune with things and feel a lot less indulgent owning more than one $1k+ bike. Has anyone set up a removable cockpit like this? Has it worked well? -J On Monday, March 25, 2013 10:53:38 AM UTC-4, cyclot...@gmail.com wrote: Hi Captain, you know, I was just thinking that same thing yesterday. I do have more than one bike, but one is really all I need. My most recent thoughtful ruminations on the subject can be found here: http://cyclotourist.blogspot.com/2013/03/a-versatile-bicycle.html On Sun, Mar 24, 2013 at 6:29 PM, Yahoo! Service capn...@bellsouth.netwrote: I am 65 and ride with a semi-retired psychologist who is 80 and a retired ophthalmologist who is 66. We ride almost 100 miles every week year round. Two of us own steel bikes and one has an aluminum road bicycle. The long miles we put on a bike almost demands we go for comfort, even at a small cost in weight. My SOMA Fabrications Extra Smoothie is the only bike I could ever need. As a matter of fact, I had a Specialized Roubaix Pro with Dura-ace and a double-suspended mountain bike, but I found that I was using the Soma for all or most of my rides, so I sold the other bikes. If I want to do some trail riding then I remove my 700c X28mm tires and instal my 32mm's. Grant is right about most things bicycling; You don't need all the stuff they try to sell you. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bun...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owne...@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- Cheers, David Redlands, CA ** Censorship is telling a man he can't have a steak just because a baby can't chew it. -*Mark Twain* -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Question 27 wheel conversion to 700c wheels and maybe to 650b
Hi Hugh, 27 to 700C should be pretty smooth. The radius difference of 4mm means you need that much additional brake reach. Hopefully you can move your brake pads in your cantilevers down (toward the dropout) by 4mm? Here's a VO blog post: http://velo-orange.blogspot.com/2011/10/27-wheels-and-measuring-brake-reach.html Conversion to 650B is more involved. It may be doable, but you'll need to measure more things and relocate your canti bosses. Good luck! Shoji On Monday, March 25, 2013 9:18:05 PM UTC-4, hsmitham wrote: Hey Folks, First can a bike with 27 wheels (630mm) be converted to 700c ( 622mm) essentially 8mm difference smaller wheel diameter. What would be the best Canti breaks to use? And can a 27 wheel be converted to a 650B? There is a 46mm difference between 27 to 650B which seems too large a jump down for such a conversion. In advance thank you for any advice. Best, Hugh Sunland, CA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Shimano bar-end shifters Albatross bars for commuting
Hey Erl, If you're comfortable with friction (from your downtube shifting days), then you may want to go with friction for bar ends. You won't have to worry about setting up indexing, which could mean a little more tweaking to make it index properly. Also, you won't have to worry about getting compatible parts for indexing. You may even like it better than click-click-clicking. Good luck, sho On Wednesday, March 27, 2013 8:45:54 PM UTC-4, WETH wrote: Ryan and Steve, thank you for your responses. Steve, the bike takes a tumble on a monthly basis (I am a teacher and park my bike in the classroom; at home the dogs and children manage to knock it over regularly). In regard to index shifting on a 6 and 7, here is the product write up from the rivendell site:Shimano's best bar-end shifters,the Dura-Ace's are indexable only with 9-speed cassettes; the Ultegras index good enough with 6, 7, or 8 speed cassettes and both work with a friction mode, tooso if the good enough isn't good enough, throw it into friction, cowboy, and ride away. I will definitely have to make sure they are compatable with my 7 speed cassette. Thanks again for taking the time to respond. Safe cycling, Erl -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: Handlebar
Grant wrote a short piece in an earlier RR about TC factor-- TC for tilt-control. My mind's paraphrase (which could be entirely misrepresentative of GP's view), is that wider Q-factor is countered by wider tilt-control, i.e., handlebar width. It's a leverage thing. There's a lot of personal preference in bikes. Try to find what you like-- it keeps the shops in business and Nitto bending metal! On Wednesday, March 27, 2013 5:42:35 PM UTC-4, Steve Palincsar wrote: On Wed, 2013-03-27 at 12:01 -0700, René Sterental wrote: I also read somewhere in Jan's blog or magazine that narrower drop bars work better with low trail forks whereas wider bars are better for higher trail geometries. Jan has pointed out that bar width changed over time, in relation to changes in steering geometry. As tires narrowed and trail increased, bars got wider. He has also been very clear about his preference for narrower bars with low trail bikes. Depending on your definition of narrow that may or may not be the case for other riders. I like 44 cm bars with my low trail bikes. I tried a bike once (around a big parking lot) that had Grand Bois Randonneur bars. I have no idea what steering geometry the bike had; I didn't like the bars because they felt to me as though there was almost no room for my hands on the bar tops. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Swapping Bars Threaded Stems
HI Liesl, Best wishes for a comfortable solution! Here's a link to the VO quill to threadless, if you didn't already see it: http://store.velo-orange.com/index.php/components/stems/quill-stems/vo-threadless-stem-adaptor.html (I think it's actually a nice solution.) The V-brakes are gonna be a problem, tho. Linear pull won't play nicely with cantis, as linears pull more cable. Good luck, Sho On Thursday, March 28, 2013 9:37:29 PM UTC-4, Liesl wrote: Ah, good options, especially the VO. Next question: the alba's have some reasonable Tektro Quartz brake levers that work with v-brakes. Anyone know if these levers would work with canti's? (I'm also contemplating Bosco's but I gotta figure out expenses—that's why the VO as a temporary and efficient move sounds poifect! especially if the levers work) and not to worry; my neck isn't totally crunched, just a little between #67. More upright position will be just the ticket. thanks pals, Liesl -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Speaking of Photos. (Kinda off topic)
Hi Manny, I enjoy your pics and write ups. I think you capture great parts of cycling, the Bay Area, and people. A few points if you start selling photos: - You'll need to get permission from people. For example, the Merry Sales catalog cover shows a person who is recognizable, and I think a Model Release would be required. - You may need permission from parks or private areas. - Certain events may require permission (e.g., races). The above starts to get all legal, but when you move into commercial work the personal-use exemption does not apply. One [simple] thing to protect your photos from appearing in print without your permission is to limit the upload size of the image to Flickr. Presently, your account permits download of large (printable) size images. Best wishes, shoji On Monday, April 1, 2013 5:43:31 PM UTC-4, Philip Williamson wrote: I agree on all counts - it can cost a lot to license a photo. Getty Images charges BANK ($1000+ for a temporary license). Speaking of which, you can flag your Flickr pictures to be eligible for licensing through Getty. Tag the bejeezus out of them. You can also sell your photos through Dreamstime.com, http://www.dreamstime.com/sellimages Istockphoto.com (http://www.istockphoto.com/sell-stock-photos.php) I've bought from them both at different jobs. They're pretty popular with designers, because they're cheap, and I've had better luck with Dreamstime for bigger photos and better variation from the same photographers. That indicates to me that maybe they pay better? As a contributor, tag your photos well, so they can be found. It takes practice: if you were looking for an image that looked exactly like this, what keywords would you use? Even as a web designer, I don't design sites for myself. I would just use WordPress (free), and a cheap photography template. Let the pictures do the talking. You're pretty comfortable on Flickr, so I'd keep that my focus, and join some groups for semi-pro photographers. Use the site to point people toward your Flickr stream, which is already active with people saying how fantastic the images are. Also link very obviously to any stock photo services you work with. Bon courage and good luck! Philip www.biketinker.com On Monday, April 1, 2013 1:40:43 PM UTC-7, jinxed wrote: I very much enjoy your photos and think they have plenty of marketable value. Just because you're not a professional does not mean you don't take incredible photos. I agree with the ladyfriend *especially* when it's a business wanting to use your photos. I cannot believe Merry Sales approached you without some offer of remuneration!? And for their cover no less! It's one thing to turn down payment or negotiate other arrangements, but straight up can we have it? that's just rude in my opinion. Reverse the scenario, how would they have responded if you (or anyone else for that matter) contacted them and asked for free bike parts? I'll just hazard a guess they'd tell you to hit the road. You need to be as confident as your photographs sir! They're fantastic. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: What's the Biggest Advantage of Stem-mounted Shifters?
If anyone's inclined to try a top tube-mounted position, Problem Solvers has a clamp on shifter mount. Designed as 31.8mm clamp with shims for 28.6mm tubes, and mounts Shimano shifters. I don't see why it couldn't be attached to the top tube (assuming diameter is appropriate). http://problemsolversbike.com/products/downtube_shifter_mounts On Thursday, April 4, 2013 12:00:47 AM UTC-4, Jan Heine wrote: More like this http://www.bikequarterly.com/images/faure.jpg And if you are concerned about the shifters, you also should be concerned about the stem right in front of them... Jan Heine Editor Bicycle Quarterly www.bikequarterly.com Follow our blog at www.janheine.com On Wednesday, April 3, 2013 7:01:53 PM UTC-7, Steve Palincsar wrote: On Wed, 2013-04-03 at 18:57 -0700, Jan Heine wrote: I wonder why few bikes in recent years have put the shifters on the top tube. That was common in the 1930s, when most cyclotourists rode in a more upright position. Top tube-mounted shifters would be as accessible as stem-mounted ones, but you'd eliminate the cable housing (the shifters no longer have to turn with the fork) and thus get a lighter, more positive system. With modern top-pull derailleurs, the cable routing would be easy - cyclocross style along the top tube and down the seat tube (front derailleur) and seatstay (rear derailleur). Like this, you mean? Very popular back in the 70s, I believe. But at least in urban legend, it had a small emasulation problem... -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] FS 64 cm Atlantis - custom blue
Wow, great bike, beautiful color. Great price. If it were only 10cm smaller! Good luck! On Friday, April 5, 2013 1:02:03 AM UTC-4, cyclot...@gmail.com wrote: Understood. Life happens, right! Cheers, David On Thu, Apr 4, 2013 at 9:33 PM, Andrew Jensen andrew.how...@gmail.comjavascript: wrote: I would like to, but I have been home with our twin 3 year olds instead of earning actual money since we moved to Colorado so I have to sell to pay for the mountain bike. Really, I hardly have time to ride much anyway and the little I do I have been enjoying more on the gravel trails which is just more enjoyable on a different bike. Thanks for the kind words. On Thursday, April 4, 2013, cyclotourist wrote: Yowzer that's a nice one. Don't know your situation Drew, but I'd say hold on that that very unique bike that was obviously built up with a lot of though and consideration (and $$$). Fatbikes are pretty awesome, I'd like a Mukluk like nobody's business, but your Atlantis is something special. Cheers, David On Thu, Apr 4, 2013 at 9:10 PM, Seth Vidal skvi...@gmail.com wrote: Drew, I don't need this bike and I don't think it would fit me but I just need to say: HOLY CRAP IS THAT A GREAT COLOR! just gorgeous good luck with the sale. -sv On Thu, Apr 4, 2013 at 9:52 PM, drewjensen andrew.howard.jen...@gmail.com wrote: Hey everyone - I moved to the Boulder area a couple of years ago and there are so many great trails here compared to where I lived in the Bay Area for so long. I've taken my Atlantis out on them, but my wife has tired of my suggesting new ways to retrofit it to make better use of the trails and so talked me into a Surly Ogre works a little better on the trails around here. It's not an Atlantis, but I think it's the right tool for this job. Alas, though, I need to do the fiscally responsible move and sell off my Atlantis. I got it in 2006 when they were still Toyo made and had it painted a dark blue that I liked. I had to save money for it for a couple of years and took great pains to get the best parts I could afford/justify for it. Really, the only corner I can think that I cut was that I didn't get Phil Wood hubs but I stand behind all of my other choices in putting it together. Anyway, it's a sad day, but a necessary one. If you know anyone looking for a 64 please pass along the information. If anyone has any questions feel free to ask. Thanks for your time. Drew Here's a link to my local CL listing: http://boulder.craigslist.org/bik/3723729971.html (note to moderator: I attempted to use the tag, but got an error indicating that the tag was not for use in this forum) -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com . Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to a topic in the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this topic, visit https://groups.google.com/d/topic/rbw-owners-bunch/TVZegiUmuFE/unsubscribe?hl=en-US . To unsubscribe from this group and all its topics, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bun...@googlegroups.com javascript:. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owne...@googlegroups.comjavascript: . Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to
Re: [RBW] Rambouillet, finally built!
Nice build-- enjoy! I really like that Nitto girder stem. On Sunday, April 7, 2013 10:58:18 AM UTC-4, Eric Norris wrote: Very nice! Eric N www.CampyOnly.com CampyOnlyGuy.blogspot.com Twitter: @CampyOnlyGuy On Apr 6, 2013, at 7:43 PM, PATRICK MOORE bert...@gmail.com javascript: wrote: https://picasaweb.google.com/BERTIN753/RAMBOUILLETFINALLYBUILT040613# I've added a Fly rack and a small seat wedge for basic kit, but otherwise, as you see it. The wheels are loaners, hope to get my own shortly. Pro 5 Vis 44/30 pulling 14-15-16-17-18-20-23 7 speed cassette by 7400 series derailleurs, with old Dura Ace SPD pedals and 7 speed Dura Ace dt shifters -- indexed! First indexed drivetrain I've owned since, what, 1993. Kevlar bead 35 mm Kojaks are light and roll quite well despite the armored tread -- would love to get some very nice Compass Bike tires. 9 cm Nitto stem with 42 cm Noodles: I've got the bar a bit higher than on the other Rivs, but also 1 cm further out -- serendipity, but the original setup seems to be a keeper. Shimano levers pulling (for now): front: Nashbar, rear: Shimano A550. Nitto Jaguar post (thanks again, Tom!), original issue Flite, used but good tape, Fly rack. That's all you need! I think this will take over grocery runs from the Fargo, which will go back to off road duty. Thanks to Tim Whalen, sometime of this list, for a good price and very easy terms! -- http://resumespecialties.com/index.html patric...@resumespecialties.com javascript: __ -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bun...@googlegroups.com javascript:. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owne...@googlegroups.comjavascript: . Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: First Generation Bosco's
Great pics, Liesl Norman. I have only one or two of me with my son (and none with my daughter-- she's only now getting old enough). These pics have really pushed that as a higher priority; what nice feelings they evoke. On Tuesday, April 9, 2013 10:08:24 PM UTC-4, Norman wrote: https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-mXwLBO-Vd84/UWTI9j8OuTI/C0g/MMFfQMhBmfU/s1600/Sol+and+Kids+-1950%27s..JPG I'm not sure how this scanned photo will turn out but that's me on those old time handlebars in Newark, NJ 1950's. Norman On Tuesday, April 9, 2013 5:58:55 PM UTC-4, Liesl wrote: Well friends, imagine my surprise when I found this photo taken by my grandfather in about 1932. The girl on the right bicycle is my mother; the little guy up in the tree is her brother and the other girl is her sister. The boy on the Early Double Top-Tube Riv with the first bullmoose top-tube prototype Bosco's is a mystery. So now it all makes sense: it's genetic! Riv Chica Warrior, Jr. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: New AHH build drivetrain problem
Could be worn cogs or chain rings, but unlikely with 200 miles (unless using a worn out chain to begin with). First, I'd check the chain (which OP noted as new)-- move the crank slowly (when up on a repair stand or in reverse) to see if you have a tight link or one that's bent. I had this problem late last year with a new chain. Too bad I didn't have my chain tool with me at the time. On Thursday, April 11, 2013 12:35:25 PM UTC-4, Joe Bernard wrote: I don't know how you managed it with only 200 miles on the transferred parts, but it sounds like your new chain is dancing over worn cogs and/or chainrings. On Thursday, April 11, 2013 9:22:26 AM UTC-7, Doug M wrote: Submitted for your consideration: a crunchy drivetrain problem on my new Hilsen build. I’m experiencing some auto-shifting and cog skipping when going uphill, pedaling hard or pedaling out of the saddle. I’d appreciate the group’s suggestions for a solution. Frame: 65 AHH, Waterford, 135 spacing, 1 TT, new Crank: Sugino XD2 road double 48-34 BB: Shimano UN-54, 110 mm Shifters: Silvers on bar ends RD: Shimano LX, low normal Rims: Sun CR-18, 36 hole Rear hub: Shimano 105, 130 spacing, a 1.5 mm spacer added to each side Cassette: SRAM 8 speed, 11-32 Chain: SRAM 7-8 speed, new Components not indicated as new have maybe 200 mi. of use on a previous bike of mine. Me: 6’3”, PBH 92, 265 lbs. What I’ve tried: Grease on BB cable guide, tightening rear QR skewer more. No luck so far. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Riv model decoder? New Riv owner
How about calling Riv with the serial number? I think you can re-register serial numbers with them. Here's the serial number database link: https://www.rivbike.com/Articles.asp?ID=323 On Thursday, April 11, 2013 12:02:45 PM UTC-4, Tim Gavin wrote: I don't know if this admittedly crappy picture post will work (forum noob). I plan on taking a nice set of pictures with my gf's DSLR this weekend. For now, a crappy pic from my basement. [image: Inline image 1] On Thu, Apr 11, 2013 at 10:59 AM, Jim Mather math...@gmail.comjavascript: wrote: We're not going to help until you post pictures. On Thu, Apr 11, 2013 at 4:46 AM, Tim Gavin tim@littlevillagemag.comjavascript: wrote: I just bought a '97 Rivendell from a gent on craigslist. I forgot to ask him what model it is! I'll probably bug him today to be sure, but is there a way to tell the model from the serial? My BB is stamped Everest on one side, and H970XX on the other side. Handcrafted in Waterford on the chain stay. Other scooby clues: It's red with cream head tube Has a Rivendell logo boss, not Atlantis or Rambouillet Has sidepull brakes, not canti Anyone know? I've been very interested in Rivendells since I got back into biking a couple years ago, but this is the first one I've touched. Now if it will only stop raining... Tim -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bun...@googlegroups.com javascript:. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owne...@googlegroups.comjavascript: . Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bun...@googlegroups.com javascript:. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owne...@googlegroups.comjavascript: . Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] trying again - drop on On-One Midge and Soma Road 1 bars?
Yes, I think On One's text description needs a bit of formatting to help it. Let's try this (I'm guessing): Geometry: Width at the ends -- 554mm - centre/centre Width of flat section or tops - 375mm Overall drop - 112mm centre/centre Sweep forward - 64.5mm centre/centre (from centre of bar clamp to centre of tube at the front) Flare at ends - 113deg Finish - black anodised with lazer logos. ID at ends (for bar end shifter users) - 19.8mm Brake Lever clamp size on main bit of bar - 23.8 (road lever clamp standard) Stem Bar C. Material:- 6061 aluminium. Weight 25.4mm 277gr (White finish) Weight 31.8mm 299gr (White finish) On Wednesday, April 17, 2013 2:43:04 PM UTC-4, Patrick Moore wrote: My own personal hermeneutic of the ancient text below interprets it to mean: 554 mm ends of hooks, 37.5 mm width of tops, 112 mm drop c-c . http://www.on-one.co.uk/i/q/HBOOMI/on_one_midge_handlebar Dimensions and stuff:- Geometry:- Width at the ends -- 554mm - centre/centre Width of flat section or tops - 375mm Overall drop - 112mm centre/centre Sweep forward - 64.5mm centre/centre (from centre of bar clamp to centre of tube at the front. Flare at ends - 113deg Finish - black anodised with lazer logos. ID at ends (for bar end shifter users) - 19.8mm Brake Lever clamp size on main bit of bar - 23.8 (road lever clamp standard) Stem Bar C. Material:- 6061 aluminium. On Wed, Apr 17, 2013 at 12:37 PM, Ron Mc bulld...@gmail.com javascript: wrote: Has anyone here ridden on Soma Road 1 bars, and what are your impressions? Also, the published overall drop on Midge bars, 345mm, makes no sense whatsoever. Can anyone measure the actual drop and reach on their midge bars? 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-bun...@googlegroups.com javascript:. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owne...@googlegroups.comjavascript: . Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- http://resumespecialties.com/index.html patric...@resumespecialties.com javascript: __ -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Pictures of the worlds most perfect Atlantis (for me). Should I paint the head tube ivory?
Hi Clayton, Looks like a super workhorse, military-spec, explorer bike. What a nice color your honey B-17 turned out. I'd probably leave the color as is-- maybe put the head badge back on, or even get a custom one made. Maybe try Bosco hbars? Happy riding, shoji On Tuesday, April 23, 2013 3:31:50 PM UTC-4, clayton wrote: https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-efZlLQqhjok/UXbcQGpczaI/AAs/Tcrh6V91Frs/s1600/IMG_0219.JPGhttps://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-HQDeJayE4VA/UXbb-lQExgI/AAk/56HjmKs0MP8/s1600/IMG_0222.JPG This is my Atlantis I bought new in '98 or so. I recently rebuilt it with Deore XT 10 speed (9 speed rear derailleur to work with 10 speed bar end shifters), Tubus Cosmo rear rack, Nitto M-12 front, Nitto H20 cages, Salsa Woodchippers (my favorite bar yet, even though it took some dirt drop stem modification to get the sharp curves through the stem), XT V-brakes with Cane creek V-brake compatible brake levers and platform pedals that Rivendell sells. Also honey B-17 and a White Brothers suspension seat post (the best I have found yet, and I tried a BUNCH. Too bad they don't make them anymore). Fenders are Planet Bikes which are polycarbonate and seem to last much longer than the ESGs(?). The frame bag I made myself and is made from heavy green canvas. I had it built before with a proper Rivendell build, which was great for the past 12 years or so. Thought I would try something new. I love the new 24-36 low gear for my bad knees and steep trails are easy now. Not too sure about platforms yet. They are great everywhere but on long rides and off road. I feel so naked on them, like I could get bucked off at the slightest bump. Not being able to bunny hop is weird too. This is my car. I don't own a carbon spewing, children killing, money sucking car. This sucks up my money insteadlol. Now I ask the groups wisdom. Do I paint the head tube ivory? Now it is solid powder coat gloss olive and looks utilitarian and off roady. I think it needs to be classed up a bit. I have had three back surgeries and three carpal tunnel surgeries, hence the HIGH bars. Thanks for looking and thanks for your head tube advice in advance... Clayton -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: Tubus racks for Summer tour with a few thoughts pictures.
Thanks for posting that, Hugh. Nice read. Now I'm gonna google for more pics. On Friday, April 26, 2013 3:36:16 AM UTC-4, hsmitham wrote: Thought I'd add this interesting article I came across about a frame and rack builder from the 80's I found it interesting I hope you do as well. https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-R8YNkO-6rgw/UXouKxvs9mI/ACM/FlAI1dlH6a0/s1600/mertz1.jpg https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-Uin0bnA8uls/UXouTvpCviI/ACU/fSJa-DOpTGs/s1600/Merz2.jpg Hugh Sunland, CA On Monday, April 22, 2013 7:11:53 PM UTC-7, hsmitham wrote: Wow when I decide to create this post I had no idea! I want to thank all who have contributed and thank you for sharing all of your experiences with the Tubus, Nitto, Axiom and other racks. Still haven't had a chance to mount my new racks, but will soon enough. What I have learned so far is don't bend a Tubus rack too far or else, and Jim Thill's comment: As far as Tubus customer service, or any customer service...I never put my faith in an email's ability to communicate my point (or get through spam filters). I have a hunch that a phone call to Ortlieb/Tubus USA would have the desired result. I talk to those people all the time. They're really helpful. I didn't buy my Tubus racks because they had a 10 year warranty I purchased them because they seemed to have been well thought out and their price point, and as I stated I have no experience with any of these racks but look forward to having some data to report back. Again thanks to all. Best, Hugh -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Bombadil
chocolate looks great with creme headtube and bombadil headbadge. Can't wait to see the full build. On Monday, April 29, 2013 9:01:44 AM UTC-4, tdusky wrote: Great looking! On Sunday, April 28, 2013 11:00:30 PM UTC-4, Kelly wrote: Well it's back from paint. I forgot to order a bottom bracket sheesh. Wheel built, racks, cockpit and saddle still good. Had I remembered the bottom bracket or headset it could be on its way back together.. Grrr http://www.flickr.com/photos/tksleeper/8688893925/in/photostream/lightbox/ Had a nice ride today on the Ahh today instead of working on e other bike. Kelly -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: Bombadil for self-defense
those pics are priceless. On Tuesday, April 30, 2013 4:10:36 PM UTC-4, Ron Mc wrote: Silca is right out. Great link. On Tuesday, April 30, 2013 2:52:54 PM UTC-5, Peter M wrote: I like how a heavy duty pump could double as a club, hahaha. On Tue, Apr 30, 2013 at 3:49 PM, Michael john1...@gmail.com wrote: Cool page! Notife the ancient ftyle of riding the faddle all the way forward on the railf. forry for the feventeen Hundred fpeak. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bun...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owne...@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Crank Length Question
Not a freak, Rob. Many cyclers in Beantown are tip toers at stop lights. (Many also dismount, many also track stand.) I'll usually tip toe except at the really long red lights. On Wednesday, May 1, 2013 12:42:33 AM UTC-4, rob markwardt wrote: 'I'd echo what others have said, that is you are supposed to dismount when stopped. I must be a freak. I'll dismount for a long light but for the quickies I'm a tip-toer from the saddle...always thought it was pretty easy. I think I like my saddle a little lower than some but nothing excessive. I've had cranks from 165-175 and it works for all of them. proof... http://www.flickr.com/photos/77502424@N00/6040583544/in/photostream/ Rob I am not an animal. I am a human being!! Markwardt -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Appaloosa - the first of a whole new horse breed?
I, too, am excited for the Appaloosa, and the Jones Long Ranger is an interesting bike-- long mixte-like mountain bike with huge tires. Very un-Riv but beautiful to me. NAHBS had a few longer bikes with fat tires (http://www.dirtragmag.com/webrag/nahbs-2013-fat-bikes-gallery-part-1). The longer chain-stay length reminds me of the Kona MinUte. I wonder how that rides? Is the longer wheelbase what provides the definitive riding characteristics? position/weight balance between the tire contacts? I like being able to tell my spouse that the long bike will permit a more comfortable ride for our kids on the back. Much easier to justify an Appaloosa than another bike with that reasoning. shoji On Friday, May 3, 2013 3:38:09 PM UTC-4, Philip Williamson wrote: Thanks for the link! I saw a picture of the bike on Jim Thill's FB page. I'm definitely in the same boat as you, and considering starting out with a non-spaceframe Jones for budgetary reasons, and trading up over time. Possibly even just adding the fork to a bike I already have. The proprietary barrier is pretty high: 135mm front hub, etc, the groovy bars. I would be very interested in seeing how the Appaloosa and the Long Ranger differ from each other, and from the cargo bike longbikes like the Big Dummy. Philip www.biketinker.com On Friday, May 3, 2013 11:34:48 AM UTC-7, iamkeith wrote: Hope this isn't too off topic for the list. I'm still really intrigued by the Appaloosa concept, even though I can't quite explain why. But since I don't really have the opportunity to visit RBW headquarters and check one out in person, I'm having to pay attention to the comments from others on the list to try to get a better picture of it. And any other limited information I can find that might explain the ride characteristics and theory behind a long bike is obviously valuable too. So I was excited to, by chance, just find another new bike that seems to share some of the same thinking. The only other bikes that I daydream about and lust after as much as Rivendells are Jeff Jones Space Frames. I'll bet some of you are in the same boat, though. It's odd because, on some levels, they're about as opposite from each other as bikes can be - the Jones' are un-traditional in style to say the least; they use proprietary parts that can't be found on a shelf anywhere; and they're really designed for serious off-road riding as opposed to occasional off-road or versatility. On the other hand, Jones is another rare bird in the industry in that he equates comfortable riding position with performance; doesn't get caught up in the hype of ultra-light weight builds; and shuns suspension completely. (Just as with the Bridgestone mountain bikes, this non-suspended-yet-high-performance mountain bike is still what appeals to me most, I guess, being way more of a mountain biker than a roadie.) So Jeff Jones' blog has a new entry describing a concept bike he's been working on, that he's calling the Lone Ranger, and it's main charachteristics are much longer top tube and chainstays than his normal bikes (and room for even fatter rubber). Pretty cool. And his description seems to echo the same things many have said about the Appaloosa - that it is NOT a sluggish, slow, old-guy's bike, and can hold its own quite well off-road! You can see it here: http://www.jonesbikes.com/?p=2828option=com_wordpressItemid=58 So, for those of you who understand geometry better than me and/or have ridden the Appaloosa, might this actually become a whole new direction for the industry? (P.S.: I checked... Silver was a Tennessee Walking Horse, not an Appaloosa.) -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Anyone have recommendations for a good Electrolyte solution.
If you like 'em, try pickle juice or sauerkraut juice. Dilute to taste, or bring the jar! On Monday, May 6, 2013 10:15:44 AM UTC-4, Scott G. wrote: Nunn, works for me, no sugar. E-Load if you want some calories, has a little flavor to it. It has some sugar in it. Has anyone used SuperStarch ?, gets you carbs without the sugar. http://www.generationucan.com/super.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 http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: Show me your overstuffed Small Sackville Saddlesack
To SJB: I would recommend at least the medium based on how you'd like to use it. I use the medium saddlesack for commuting with a change of clothes. Any smaller and I wouldn't be able to do it. I fold and pack my work clothes (shirt and pants) in an Eagle Creek packing folder to keep me presentable. It won't fit in the small; it can be maneuvered into the medium. (FWIW: I have the small saddlesack, too. It's nice for packing a lunch and doing a day trip.) The medium doesn't require a rack, but if you're on a small bike, you may have clearance issues. I have it on a 52cm Crosscheck (fistful or so of seatpost), and if it weren't for the metal fenders and rack, it'd be on the tire. It does reduce the capacity of the saddlebag, as opposed to those having larger bikes with more room to the rear wheel. (Or same size bike with smaller wheels.) The large requires a rack. I recall some people having trouble with the large and the tombstone on the Nitto Big Rack (though others seemed not to mind). If I had to do it again, I would probably go with the large (since I already have a rack, and could use the space). --shoji On Monday, May 6, 2013 2:26:58 PM UTC-4, Christopher Chen wrote: One other log to toss on the fire: During a wonderfully muddy ride with Manny and the PDX Riv gang, my fenders kept junk off most everything, and my large saddlesack emerged essentially spic-n-span: http://www.flickr.com/photos/lumachrome/8645949783/in/photostream http://www.flickr.com/photos/mannyacosta/8646855277/in/set-72157633237315741/ On Mon, May 6, 2013 at 11:19 AM, PATRICK MOORE bert...@gmail.comjavascript: wrote: Well, we must agree to differ, then. I've not use the Large, so perhaps it is unique among saddlebags, but I have used the Hoss and the Sackville Medium, and, compared to these, the ease of use (for grocery shopping and about-town errands) the Banjos are better by a mile. Nothing to roll, cinch, strap, fiddle: just a wide, gaping maw that willing swallows absurd bulk. I hear that Ortlieb actually has a shopping pannier that is much like a higher-quality Banjo -- basically a single, unobstructed cavity designed with the appropriate stiffening so that, when you drop a standard paper (or cloth) grocery sack) into the opening, there is nothing to obstruct its downward progress. I hear that this Ortlieb model is much like the Banjos, but better made with better materials and 3x the cost. At least you will admit that I have Gravity on my side! On Mon, May 6, 2013 at 12:14 PM, Anne Paulson anne.p...@gmail.comjavascript: wrote: Those Banjo Bros panniers look like my Ortlieb back roller panniers. Good panniers, but the 10.5 by 12 opening (approximately; I just measured it but it's not exactly rectangular as used) on the Large Saddlesack is far bigger, I'm pretty sure. It's just huge. On Mon, May 6, 2013 at 11:04 AM, PATRICK MOORE bert...@gmail.comjavascript: wrote: But, but, but I agree if we are talking about, say, Ortlieb Packers -- those otherwise very desirable and capacious panniers with so many straps, cinches, and contours that interfere with quick, simple stuffing: I have two pairs (Pluses and Sportses). But for shopping and quick stuffs, nothing but nothing beats my Banjo Bros Market Panniers. Slam, dunk: even grossly overstuffed cloth grocery sacks with large bottles distorting the would-be rectangular sides sinke gratefully into the wide, inviting maw of the BBMP mouths - desperately mixing metaphors here. Compared to at least the Medium Saddlesack, no contest at all in the Swallow All And Very Quickly category. I do agree about Paleo though. Or rather: all paleo and all carbs all the time! Patrick Moore, washing his deep-fried french fries and fatty bacon -- grease mingling with heavy mayo applications -- BLTs (all home made of course) down with a wide selection of better beers and wines in ABQ, NM. On Mon, May 6, 2013 at 11:58 AM, Anne Paulson anne.p...@gmail.comjavascript: wrote: The opening on the Large is easier to use than panniers. It's easier to put stuff in, and easier to get stuff out again, because the opening is bigger. Let's say you stop at the grocery store on the way home. You buy a gallon of milk, a big bag of potatoes (no paleo here!), some vegetables, a package of meat, some laundry detergent, some cans of tomatoes. Maybe you already had a jacket and your laptop along. With panniers, you have to painstaking allocate everything. With the Large Saddlesack, you just jam it all in, and scrooch stuff into the corners to fit everything. I like panniers for touring. I've crossed the US west to east, and also south to north, touring and camping with panniers, so I know what it's like to use panniers every day. But for daily commuting/around town/picking stuff up after a ride, the Large Saddlesack is my choice. On Mon, May 6, 2013 at
[RBW] Re: old pasela 37's on the Simpleone and picking up new wheels for the Protovelo
love that pumpkin pic, and hope you caught a tailwind with that big box. --shoji On Monday, May 6, 2013 11:22:29 PM UTC-4, jeffrey kane wrote: Beautiful, man ... I always like seeing the awkward package portage pics ... here's one of your 'ol Bleriot from last October: On Monday, May 6, 2013 6:40:04 PM UTC-4, jandrews_nyc wrote: A couple of phone pics from today I took the Jack Browns off the Simpleone since they will be going on the new Protovelo. I had some Pasela 37's that seem to really beef up my Simpleone. Then picked up some new wheels that the Jack Browns will go onto. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: Plastic Fenders and Hetres
Orange w/blue handlebars on that 650b Ram are great. Love the WI crank, too. On Tuesday, May 7, 2013 6:09:30 PM UTC-4, ttoshi wrote: Hey Alex, That's awesome! I may get the Leger tires whenever my regular Hetres wear out. Did you have any brake reach issues in the rear? Toshi On Tue, May 7, 2013 at 12:47 PM, Alex Zeibot velob...@gmail.comjavascript: wrote: Here is my newly converted 650b Rambouillet with new Hetre Legers and SKS Longboards. The tires and fenders fit just perfectly fine with few millimeters to spare. FWIW - The new Legers are exact 41mm wide. Pictures: 650b converted Rambouillet w/Herte Leger and Longboards Alex, St. Paul, -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: Pics of you on your Rivendell.
Great pic-- and definitely red brooks! (I think you were the one posting the question in another thread?) Is that matching red+blue leash on the dog? Then again, maybe this'll be too matchy-matchy for the classy hobos-- sorry if this is too much inside baseball. :) On Sunday, May 12, 2013 9:22:05 PM UTC-4, LeahFoy wrote: Thank you; you are too kind. I had a great whole weekend with this crew! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Thoughts on going upright....
Hi Steve, Yes, they are handlebars. I think the confusion is that one version of the Bosco (Nitto Bosco Bullmoose Bar, Cromo dullbrite 58cm - 16242 on rivbike) is fillet brazed to a quill stem. The non-bullmoose version of the Bosco Bar are available as 25.4mm clamp (handlebar only-- you supply the stem appropriate to your bike). Albatross are handlebars only (as far as I know). On Tuesday, May 14, 2013 3:22:12 PM UTC-4, Steve Palincsar wrote: On Tue, 2013-05-14 at 13:10 -0600, PATRICK MOORE wrote: Thanks, Eric; just now realized that, until Grant makes a threadless Boscoe, I'm stuck with the Albatrosses. Not that *that* appears to be a huge liability. Now I'm really confused. Albatross Bosco are HANDLEBARS, right? There's no such thing as a threaded or threadless HANDLEBAR. Stems and headsets and steerers are threaded/quill or threadless. Some threadless stems fit handlebars of a diameter that is unsupported by quill stems. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Gransfors Bruks Hatchets
Beautiful, Liesl. The personalized touches are wonderful. I didn't think I was in the market for an ax, knife, or cup, but that may be changing... just in time for Father's Day! On Thursday, May 16, 2013 2:04:45 PM UTC-4, Liesl wrote: Of course, you cannot imagine how excited I am about Grant’s teaser. On wooden cups and bicycling: I’m a fan. Advantages: they are light weight, they don’t make clanky sounds, they have some insulating properties as in they don’t urn your hands if you have scalding hot tea, and they look dapper hanging from a saddlebag, pannier, or backback. My favorite source for traditional Norwegian wooden cups is Killi Tredreiling. http://www.ottatre.no/ Alex, here are my secrets: 1) I use an inexpensive pen-type wood burner from Garret Wade. 2) I draw the designs in pencil, burn them in, and then erase any remaining pencil lines. 3) I have practiced drawing Celtic knots and animals for years—especially during long meetings. I recommend books by Aidan Meehan as a starting point for anyone who is interested in learning. Oh, and the knife is an EKA Swede 88 with an arctic birch handle. http://www.eka-knivar.se/en/products/5/outdoor Hey Grant! a bike-axe-cup variation … -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] ISO Tektro or cheaper Linear long pull Interrupter Levers
Hi Clyde, I think you turn the dial (red knob) to introduce slack in the housing. Make sure you set up the brakes to permit slackening (?) for QR. (This is the Tektro RL740 interrupter for v-brakes.) good luck, shoji On Monday, May 20, 2013 10:53:36 AM UTC-4, Steve Palincsar wrote: On Mon, 2013-05-20 at 10:38 -0400, clyde canter wrote: Ok, just received a pair in the mail. like these: http://www.google.com/imgres?imgurl=http://howdy.files.wordpress.com/2009/10/rl740.gif%3Fw%3D292%26h%3D266imgrefurl=http://howdy.wordpress.com/category/bikes/h=266w=292sz=11tbnid=tBjANZn-8O0cPM:tbnh=76tbnw=83zoom=1usg=__LeqHbu2oW7JEwvGDmUKZbbBURZ4=docid=KUbGbdLPVENopMsa=Xei=IjWaUeFgherQAYqtgLAHved=0CDkQ9QEwAwdur=781 The URL leads to a blog with pictures of a blue bike with no brakes, so I don't understand your point. However, as a general rule, interrrupter levers do not have quick releases. The quick releases are on the brakes themselves. In-line levers are just that: in-line. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Conversion to Albatros Bars... maybe
Hi Mike, Since your wife is comfortable on the tandem, can you replicate the stoker position on the Specialized? What about using the same saddle and seatpost? What does her hand position/reach look like on the tandem? I do love my albatross handlebars, but I think winning the raffle is the way to go. :) shoji On Monday, May 20, 2013 4:08:58 PM UTC-4, Garth wrote: Try some Alba bars, a VO threadless stem adapter, and some +/- 6 degree-ish threadless stems from ebay. I suggest this as this will allow you to play with various heights and reaches before you buy another Tallux stem. . Or, just keep the VO adapter and threadless stem combo. I am done with the hassle of the old school quills . You're gonna need new cables and housing too, so set the bars as high as she *might* want them, then cut the cables. Do a test ride. You can always trim them later, but not add to them !! The Alba bar handles just as well if not better than drops for me. Drop bars were fine back in the day but for many if not most people they are unnecessary . The perceived aerodynamics of being lower and the truth of a wind tunnel can be surprisingly different ! THE most important factor of course ... in ALL of This . is Having FUN ! Alba bars are Fun Waaay fun !! So much so , she'll say .. wow ,what was I thinking using drop bars ? with a big smile on her face :) -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] WTB: 48cm Hunqapillar or 53cm Atlantis
Hi All, I've got a great set of 26 wheels from an RBW lister, so I'm looking for a 48cm Hunqapillar or 53cm Atlantis to put them to good use. Frame/Fork/Headset preferred, but I'd consider a complete bike, too. Contact me off list with price and condition. Thanks! Shoji -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Sackville Shop Sack Wald basket
there are reusable zip ties? whoa-- mind blown. I've a stash of the regular one-use... when they run out I'll have a look. Back on topic: I have a medium and large Wald, and I just got a large shopsack. My first question is: what do you intend to carry? I use it for extra grocery hauling space and taking packages to the post office (boxes and large/XL envelopes). For this, the large is much better. The shopsack is really nice for groceries. I've also found the large space better for restaurant take-out runs; the medium didn't have enough area. Maybe I'm also a lousy packer... I do agree with others that the large feels less sturdy. To waffle again, I'm pretty sure I'll get a med shopsack to go with my med Wald. On Friday, May 24, 2013 3:15:56 PM UTC-4, Liesl wrote: I've used a large shopsack and large wald zip-tied snugly on a rear Tubus Fly. In addition to zip-tying it the the rack in four places, I also zip-tied the basket to the saddlebag loops on my brooks. (I should mention I'm short, have a fairly wee bike (50 cm), and a low saddle.) I use the re-usable zip-ties so I can take it on and off easily and repeatedly. All is secure with the shopsack and I've carried maybe 20-25 pounds of groceries with this set-up. I like the basket in the rear because I don't like how the load handles in front.It all works but I wouldn't like it loaded for all day. I think a small basket and the small shopsack, especially mounted with the long edge parallel to the frame would be better fitting and balanced, but obviously not carry quite as much. liesl -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Association of Caffeinated Wheelmen store NOW OPEN.
Thanks for re-doing these! online store looks nice, too. On Thursday, May 30, 2013 1:48:14 PM UTC-4, Ron Mc wrote: that looks great - love the button - you're going to need some electric-visibility-color tees to accentuate the theme. On Thursday, May 30, 2013 11:30:30 AM UTC-5, jinxed wrote: OK...it took me a bit to learn the ropes of setting up and running a store...but I think it's a go. Some additional items have been added and a concept tee if interest is there. I may tweak some things once I get the feel but I would love to get feedback too. This will be a first for this stay home parent, cyclist, artist, coffee drankernow online purveyor. Association of Caffeinated Wheelmen STOREhttp://bradclick.bigcartel.com/ -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: White Industies VBC crank on Hunqapillar
I'd ask Riv-- looks like Brian has it on his Hunqapillar, and Keven on his proto-paloosa. Let us know, b/c I'm thinking about doing it when I get the funds! --shoji On Thursday, May 30, 2013 1:37:54 PM UTC-4, Garth wrote: This thread may help, not Bomba specific but the same issues may apply: Namely,* chainline *and a* proper FD* that will work. http://forums.mtbr.com/drivetrain-shifters-derailleurs-cranks/2x9-white-industries-vbc-crank-478613.html On Thursday, May 30, 2013 1:12:32 PM UTC-4, Christian wrote: Hi everyone, I am thinking of getting a White crank on my Hunqapillar. Has anyone done this? What BB did you use? Any problems with wide chain stays? I've got a Sugino triple on their now with a 115BB. Thanks, Christian -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: FS: 47cm Hilsen in Denver for anyone looking
Here's back story on the sale: http://endlessvelolove.blogspot.com/2013/06/rivendell-homer-hilsen-for-sale-and.html Glad her spouse is doing better. Hope AHH goes to a good home. On Thursday, June 6, 2013 11:42:45 AM UTC-4, jinxed wrote: Just saw this listed on Craigs list Denver.http://denver.craigslist.org/bik/3851814698.htmlNo affiliation at all, but a fairly solid deal for a complete smaller AHH. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] New-to-me Hunqapillar (drop-bar mountain bike/commuter rig)
Hi All, What a great Fathers' Day weekend-- I got to build up my new-to-me Hunqapillar. Many parts are from RBW Listers-- thanks so much for the parts, ideas, suggestions. Here it is before its maiden voyage. A few adjustments for fit, but it was pretty good out of the repair stand. http://www.flickr.com/photos/stakx/9066100361/ Build: 48 cm, Waterford build Phil Wood Rivy 26 wheels Schwalbe Big Ben 2.15 (measure 50mm and 52mm mounted)-- cushy, but [dare I say] pretty heavy. I'm used to Jack Brown Greens on my Commuter CrossCheck, so the Big Bens are a very different tire. No problems running over things and hopping curbs; I'm a kid again on a BMX. 48 cm Nitto Noodle 1x7 drive train (I couldn't get the crank+bottom bracket to work as a triple-- I'll need to get longer bb) VP Thin Gripsters-- I like these much better than the GripKings on my CrossCheck King Cage IRIS-- works great with stainless steel Klean Kanteen bottle. Small Saddlesack (I put an Irish strap around it to keep it off the tire on my commute this morning) Acorn Handlebar bag A few more from the neighborhood and trails: http://www.flickr.com/photos/stakx/with/9066100361/ Happy riding, shoji -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Shorty bolt for kickstand plate
I just bought a shorty bolt from Riv. Jared guided me to the hidden treasure bolt: http://www.rivbike.com/product-p/k5.htm Use the drop down to select shorty bolt instead of the chain stay sandwich. (If the link doesn't work: go to Add Ons -- Kickstands -- Pletscher Kickstand Hardware.) On Tuesday, June 18, 2013 1:56:53 PM UTC-4, Peter M wrote: Does Rivendell still sell the short bolt for mounting kickstands on kickstand plates? I am looking at the twin legger and the bolt is too long for a bike with a kickstand plate. I know I got the short bolt at Rivendell a while ago for another bike but I don't see it now. Would this fleabay one work? http://www.ebay.com/itm/Greenfield-Kickstand-Allen-key-25mm-Bolt-For-Tight-Mount-Fit-/350809426394?pt=Cycling_Parts_Accessorieshash=item51addf09da Thanks all. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: DIY 40-26 questions
Yes (assuming your Sugino triple is 110/74 BCD, which the XD2 from Riv is) -- you can change out the middle ring for a 40 and replace the outer (big) chainring with a guard. If you're just trying it out, change the middle with the 40. After riding/testing, if the gearing is suitable for you, then swap out the outer for the guard. From my experience, if your front derailer is working fine, I'd leave it alone. (I've managed to mess up perfectly adequate in attempting to fix it better too often to count. YMMV.) On Wednesday, June 19, 2013 3:21:23 PM UTC-4, Jay in Tel Aviv wrote: I'm intrigued by Grant's idea of 40-26 front gearing for my Sam Hillborne, but Riv is out of their wide-low cranks and there's actually nothing wrong with Sugino triple that's on there now. So I was wondering if it would be possible to just replace the middle ring with a 40, and either replace the outer ring with a bash guard or just leave it as is. Would the Tiagra triple derailler I have on there work well with this configuration? Obviously I could reset the limit screw to restrict its range to the inner and middle rings. But could I also lower the mounting position to match the middle ring? Or would the outer ring be in the way? If it works, this would be a neat way to try out wide-low gearing for the price of 1 chain ring. Thoughts? Jay -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Cracked Ramboullet Update
Agreed-- great customer support. It's a tricky balance dealing with customers, but I think GP and Riv do it right. (And no, the customer is not always right!) On Wednesday, June 19, 2013 4:53:57 PM UTC-4, dougP wrote: That sounds like real product support that means something. Under the circumstances the wait time is doesn't sound too bad. dougP On Wednesday, June 19, 2013 10:17:08 AM UTC-7, chris wrote: Riv contacted me and will have Steve Rex in Sacramento fix the break and their paint person will repaint the re-brazed area all at no cost to me, so good news. Unfortunately, 6-8 week wait but it was very generous of Riv to do the repair at no cost. I'm the original owner, 2003 model, last of the orange ones. Can't wait to get it back! Chris San Jose -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Cracked Ramboullet
Wow, great field repair. And your pics of Ver 2.0 are terrific. On Thursday, June 20, 2013 7:59:39 AM UTC-4, Will M wrote: Some may recall a 11/23/2008 post on this list called Broken Rambouillet by Mike where his Rambouillet cracked where the chainstay meets the dropout. Here is the crack and Mike's quick fix in the field: http://www.flickr.com/photos/41335973@N00/sets/72157609818335769 Of course the folks at RBW were excellent about the repair, and the bike received new paint (a variant of Quickbeam Orange if I recall). I am now the caretaker of the bike and it's going strong. http://www.flickr.com/photos/millhiser/sets/72157626161174071 On Monday, June 17, 2013 11:09:57 AM UTC-4, chris wrote: I was on a ride last Saturday in the Gold Country in CA and the chain stay broke through on the drive side at the rear dropout. I bought the Ram new in 2003. Fortunately no injury. I stopped at Riv on my way home and spoke to Scott who told me to leave the bike and Kevin would get back to me today regarding repair which would involve sending the bike to a local builder. Scott mentioned that Riv now beefs up the rear dropout area on frames. Has anyone had a similar experience with their Riv.? I've always loved the Ram and it appears fixable. Not sure if there is any type of warranty. Chris San Jose -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: DIY 40-26 questions
Hi Jay, Yes, you can just take off the outer ring. The chain ring bolts will probably need to be changed to single, or you can use spacers (i.e., washers). http://sheldonbrown.com/harris/fixed.html#stackbolts It looks like the way Max did it on his Gunnar: http://www.flickr.com/photos/41563482@N06/sets/72157628055130729/ On Thursday, June 20, 2013 12:00:09 AM UTC-4, Jay in Tel Aviv wrote: Is it possible to just leave the outer ring off altogether? Maybe using spacers of some kind? On Thursday, June 20, 2013 2:38:40 AM UTC+3, reynoldslugs wrote: The set up works fine. Here are pictures of a Gunnar CX/commuter with 40-26: http://www.flickr.com/photos/41563482@N06/sets/72157628055130729/ Cassette is 9-speed 11-36. It works fine. I use only the upper or lower 7 cogs, depending on which chainring I'm in. Max -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: New rig and Sunday afternoon ride
Super bike-- love the color and build. Happy riding indeed. On Monday, June 24, 2013 8:42:59 AM UTC-4, Matt Beebe wrote: Hi All, A couple years ago Rivendell mentioned in their mailing list update that their custom queue had gotten very short. This certainly planted a thought in my mind and after pondering for a while, being a huge fan of all bikes Rivendell, I decided to order my first custom from them, an all-rounder. If you are on the fence about going to Rivendell for a custom (or any bike), I advise going for it. Let's just say they go way, WAY above and beyond to help you find what you are looking for. Anyway I got it this past week and am blown away, I could not be more psyched on this thing. I built it up in an craze of excitement and have been riding it more or less nonstop, it's a blast. Here are some pictures from the local woods this past Sunday afternoon. The bike rides fantastically, comfortable and natural feeling. It is like a wolf in sheep's clothing in a way- in addition to the signature rivendell good looks and regalness, it handles the trails like it was nothing (except fun of course!) https://www.flickr.com/photos/43029278@N07/sets/72157634302421200/ Happy riding everyone Matt -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Overheard on Sierra to the Sea
Great read... thanks, Anne. Maybe a little red Foy will materialize at some point. Gotta keep trying! On Sunday, June 23, 2013 2:20:09 PM UTC-4, Anne Paulson wrote: Last week I was on the (very fine) Sierra to the Sea ride put on by Almaden Cycle Touring Club. It was tons of fun. Rivendell was represented by me, and also JimD. The first night, I hopefully snuggled my British racing green Roadeo next to JimD's orange custom, hoping that in the morning I'd see a little red Betty Foy, but alas, I was disappointed. That was pretty much the only disappointment of the entire trip, though. The food was super and plentiful, and somehow ACTC managed to route us across the entire state of California on fabulous roads. Some of those roads were rough: Dogtown Road in the Sierra foothills, some Delta roads and the fabulous Coleman Valley Road in Sonoma County spring to mind. My Roadeo with Rolly Polys purred like a kitten. The Jack Browns might have even been a better choice. Overheard: Rider #1: My neck gets so sore sometimes when I'm riding, I have to look down for a while instead of looking ahead. Rider #2: Me too, even though I know it's not that safe. Me: Have you tried raising your handlebars? Rider #1: ?? You mean tilting them? Me: No, just moving them up higher. Rider #1: (puzzled) I don't think you can do that on my bike. Jim Warren showed up to say hello and ask about the ride, on his Hunqa with the Big Bens. The two riders with me were obviously appalled at the the idea that someone might try the ride with Big Bens. (But they're so heavy!) In fact, Big Bens would be great. In addition to the idea that bikes need to be shod with 23 mm or 25 mm tires, a number of the Sierra to the Sea riders apparently subscribed to the common belief that extra clothing, food and equipment weigh less if you carry them in a backpack or in jammed pockets, than if you carry them on the bike. Saddlebags and front bags were not much in evidence. One day we rode from Calistoga to the Russian River. The optional route included Sweetwater Springs, one of those roads that is terrific in almost every possible way: deserted, with oak grasslands, then a secluded little valley, then a (steep) climb up through redwoods. The regular route was not too shabby either, but I chose the Sweetwater option. On the way up I passed a couple of other riders walking. I understand the appeal of compact doubles if compact doubles give you low enough gears. And for a lot of people (who are stronger than me or lighter than me or both) compact doubles do work. But riders who are walking the steep hills, or riding up them with some knee-destroying cadence in the 30s or 40s, need lower gears. It's sad to hear, The guy in the bike shop told me... when the guy in the bike shop obviously told the rider the wrong thing. I highly recommend Sierra to the Sea. Try it for yourself next year and see! -- -- Anne Paulson My hovercraft is full of eels -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: Water!
Hi Jim, Agreed on the Valgan... wow. Great attention to details on the build, too. From the photostream, it's seat tube is 58.5 c-c. http://www.flickr.com/photos/stronglight/3609521375/in/set-72157602257150196 He also writes: the stand-over height (on 700Cx25mm tires) is a full 840 mm (33) --shoji On Monday, June 24, 2013 3:59:27 PM UTC-4, Jim wrote: Both of those are beautiful bikes, but the Vangal is, in my opinion, on an entirely different order of beautiful. Any idea what it sold for new in the '70's or what size it is? Jim D.Massaachusetts On Sunday, June 23, 2013 6:45:28 PM UTC-4, Patrick Moore wrote: Here are links to Bob's Vangal Chambord (not Champion). http://www.flickr.com/photos/stronglight/8120162907/in/set-72157602257150196/lightbox/ http://www.flickr.com/photos/stronglight/1483723440/in/set-72157602257150196 http://www.flickr.com/photos/stronglight/1482953579/in/set-72157602257150196 http://www.flickr.com/photos/stronglight/1483728740/in/set-72157602257150196 http://www.flickr.com/photos/stronglight/3609521375/in/set-72157602257150196 The Sumitomo (gawd, that's a beautiful bike -- Riv content? A new standard or benchmark for Riv bikes, or simply excellentissimum workmanship). http://www.flickr.com/photos/stronglight/4040453738/in/set-72157602133562948 http://www.flickr.com/photos/stronglight/1432593943/in/set-72157602133562948 http://www.flickr.com/photos/stronglight/1433458884/in/set-72157602133562948 http://www.flickr.com/photos/stronglight/1436932752/in/set-72157602133562948 http://www.flickr.com/photos/stronglight/3733531742/in/set-72157602133562948 http://www.flickr.com/photos/stronglight/8885631828/in/set-72157602133562948 http://www.flickr.com/photos/stronglight/1432704299/in/set-72157602133562948 http://www.flickr.com/photos/stronglight/4039707011/in/set-72157602133562948 On Sun, Jun 23, 2013 at 8:02 AM, Ron Mc bulld...@gmail.com wrote: triple the humidity and ride with us in S. Texas...but I like your style. We often opt for liquid bread at our halfway stops - chased with much water, of course. Wish you had your camera for the Vitus. -- http://resumespecialties.com/index.html patric...@resumespecialties.com http://www.linkedin.com/in/patrickmooreresumespec/ Albuquerque, NM -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Family S24O
great pics! Wonderful memories for you and your family. On Friday, June 28, 2013 9:37:28 AM UTC-4, Deacon Patrick wrote: We've done car camping with all of us, and I've done bikepacking with our two oldest, but this was our first bikepacking trip with the lot of us. Not much Riv content in the pictures, other than the Hunqapillar being how I got there. The ride in was fairly short, but I rode it twice on the way in and twice on the way out, to take stuff and then get our 3-year-old, as my wife is not yet comfortable riding the more technical roads and trails with wee ones. A wonderful way to spend time with family and, in this case, avoid a huge and loud block party in our town that would have taken me a few days to recover from. http://www.flickr.com/photos/32311885@N07/sets/72157634375320692/ With abandon, Patrick *www.MindYourHeadCoop.org* *www.OurHolyConception.org* -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Question about blinkies and saddlebag loops
Hi Patrick, If you take the clip part off of the clamp, thread a longer bolt through it and into your rack braze on. Here's a pic (not from me): http://www.flickr.com/photos/58781331@N07/7863634762/in/photostream/ good luck, shoji On Thursday, November 15, 2012 2:26:40 PM UTC-5, Patrick Moore wrote: Kevin -- I assume you are talking about the PB Superflash? I don't follow your description -- can you explain further? You say remove the ring which, I take it, means the clamp meant for the seatpost. That leaves you with the light and the attached clip. How does this clip bolt to a braze on? I've thought of bolting a blinkie to dropout-area brazeons, but haven't quite figured out how to do that. Thanks. On Thu, Nov 15, 2012 at 6:44 AM, Kevin Mulcahy kpmu...@gmail.comjavascript: wrote: Remove the ring portion and hardware of the PB mount and just bolt the clip directly to any M5 braze-on. I've used this method on seatstay rack mounts and on dropout mounts with success. Kevin Chicago, IL -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/LDeaN0vzTlIJ. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owne...@googlegroups.comjavascript: . To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bun...@googlegroups.com javascript:. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- - Patrick Moore, Albuquerque, NM, USA For professional resumes, contact Patrick Moore, ACRW http://resumespecialties.com/index.html - -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/Ug8QIJ4MXZMJ. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: How waterproof are the Sackvilles?
I have a medium saddlesack. I've ridden in heavy downpours and steady rains in the Boston area for my commute (~40 min). I have not had water get into the main compartment or side zip pockets. (In rains, I put the removable outer pocket into the main compartment. The zipper for the outer pocket is brass(?), and I wouldn't trust it to keep water out.) On Wednesday, December 26, 2012 1:15:03 PM UTC-5, Michael wrote: Any water get inside in rainy rides? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/EgS4BRFu1TIJ. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: And the winner is...
I'm new here-- so I googled Riv Chica Warrior and read the great story by Liesl. Congrats! On Thursday, January 3, 2013 1:00:56 PM UTC-5, Joe Bernard wrote: Liesl Chatman!! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/54_sPlC_ng0J. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Modifying Thin Gripster Pedals
For side-by-side pics (by olipop) of MKS Grip King | MKS Touring | MKS Sneaker | Thin Gripster: http://www.flickr.com/photos/olipop/8322939933/ http://www.flickr.com/photos/olipop/8322939597/ http://www.flickr.com/photos/olipop/8323125039/ On Saturday, January 19, 2013 2:47:28 PM UTC-5, Liesl wrote: I just checked in at Velo Orange and it they have a really nice looking sealed cartridge platform pedal. Check it out here: http://store.velo-orange.com/index.php/components/pedals/grand-cru-sabot-pedals.html It looks like it's shorter than the GK's at 10 cm (picture on Riv shows GK's at 11.5 cm), but also wider at 10cm. The Epicurean cyclist came back from (active) hibernation and has a side-by-side comparison/photo of the VO pedal and the Thin Gripster. The VO is bigger in every way. http://epicureancyclist.com/spotted-velo-orange-sabot-pedal-vs-thin-gripster/ I have a pair of the Riv Thin Gripsters and, as I've posted before, *love* them. Here's my best measurements using a cheap caliper: Thin Gripster deck size: 94 mm wide at the axle 71 mm wide at the front and rear edges 83 mm fore/aft (just the deck; not front to back because the top and bottom decks are off-set) 9mm thick (deck, not axle) Grip King Deck size: 46 mm wide at the axle 74 mm wide at widest 112 mm fore/aft 18 mm thick (deck, not axle) Another comparison; MKS Touring cage size: 89 mm wide 58 mm fore/aft -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/5ZWw6cUP1A0J. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Horseshoes!
I'm reading back issues of RR-- got the cork compilation a few months back. The horseshoe BLUG was timely, since I'm at RR26 (or thereabouts), which has a story on horseshoes. Love those random stories about things in RR. On Thursday, January 24, 2013 2:12:28 PM UTC-5, William wrote: I'm all inspired to take the Blacksmithing class at The Crucible in Oakland, thanks to that BLUG post -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Jenny, Riv-Chica Warrior West saved my bike!!!!
Your bicycle comes with a great story even before its first ride! It needs a special RCWw badge or something. On Thursday, January 31, 2013 3:39:55 PM UTC-5, ttoshi wrote: I just picked up my most amazing Roadeo (more later), and I found out that it was my frame that Jenny saved from the dastardly villains!!! I got a full re-enactment of the event (apparently it got embellished further by the villains themselves to include ninja knife stabbings by the rescuer). I give my wholehearted thanks to all of Rivendell for being such a great company and a great group of people, but especially to Jenny who went into harm's way to save my frame. Thank you, thank you, thank you! From Toshi in Oakland. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Fender Install Help (Fender Wedge)
Does this drawing on VO site help? http://velo-orange.blogspot.com/2009/10/another-fender-trick.html On Thursday, February 7, 2013 4:18:40 PM UTC-5, Minh wrote: Ok, so in the middle of winter tweaking, has anyone installed a fender wedge, http://www.renehersestore.com/servlet/the-520/Fender-Wedge-for-underside/Detailon a Hillborne? I can't figure out how to position it to get it to fit, i'd like to replace the rubber washer and get the fender a little tighter in that one spot. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Fender Install Help (Fender Wedge)
Can you post a few pics of your current setup? It could be that your daruma bolt is too short (which could be solved with a recessed nut). Orthie-- I think this is Rene-- has a pics of daruma-bolt setup on his Betty Foy: http://www.flickr.com/photos/orthie251/8371814700/in/photostream/ Here's Somervillebikes's fender install with a stack of washers-- replace it with your wedge. http://www.flickr.com/photos/7516215@N03/5411771107/in/photostream/ There's also a pic of the recessed nut on daruma bolt: http://www.flickr.com/photos/7516215@N03/5403383604/in/photostream/ On Friday, February 8, 2013 11:08:50 AM UTC-5, Minh wrote: Shoji's diagram (thanks i remember seeing this before), is how i have it now with with the rubber washer, i'm able to get the fender up tight against the bottom of the fork crown, but i can't swap in the wedge for the flat metal washer with the daruma in there now, when i switch out with a longer daruma, the eyelet is in the wrong spot. I guess i just don;t have the right daruma to use the wedge, i need one with the slot in the daruma a little higher for the combination of fork+ fender that i have, but i appreciate all the input to affirm that it is in fact simple, but that i don't have the right hardware to make it work. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Big Reflecto Triangle
I wrap the belt/webbing around the seatpost and saddlesack or saddle wedge. I didn't cut it down, because I occasionally belt it around a backpack or other bag. A few extra turns around the seatpost seems fine. Good around a basket, and you can move it from bike to bike if you only have one triangle. On Saturday, February 9, 2013 9:29:58 PM UTC-5, Pondero wrote: I bought one at the beginning of winter for extra conspicuousness during the longer nights. I like it, and have been wearing it, using the pre-attached belt. But I've seen several have attached one to bags, racks, and baskets. What are your methods? Safety pins, zip ties, shoe lace? Are you guys removing the attached belt, or shortening it? How about some tips on what works 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 http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: More Riv Posters?!?!?
Info-graphical poster of the bikes is a great idea. I hope you can find someone with the right aesthetic. On Sunday, February 10, 2013 7:49:48 PM UTC-5, grant wrote: A bit of a surprise. Dan Blackman is a talented artist, and I found out about him when I toured the Pointer Brand factory in Bristol, VA--when i was on my book tour. I liked the work he did for pointer, contacted him and talked about posters. He and Dave were talking, and I/Dave too THOUGHT we were clear about what we wanted---INFO-graphical posters that told the story of the bike via symbols, graphs, pie charts. We were to pay him about $4,500---I think that was the figure--for six or seven posters, with a KILL FEE of $1,000. A kill fee is what the artist gets if the project goes south for any reason. In our case, the posters were taking a direction we didn't expect and that didn't seem to be info-graphical. So we nipped it in the bud, so we thought, paid the kill fee, and that should have been it. It it is suprising to find that the posters continued. I don't know what to think about it, really. It never occured to us that it would go this way. I like to control any-and-all impressions of Rivendell, because there's a certain style that I want associated with us and the bikes and all. But I don't think we can stop anybody from doing that, legally---and if we could, I wouldn't bother or go to the expense. It would be so unpleasant, almost mean, and we have our hands full already. Plus it's not like Dan Blackman is the enemy, either. I wish he hadn't, but he did, and I hope he makes a little money off them and then they sort of fade away. On Sunday, February 10, 2013 2:05:38 PM UTC-8, Christopher Murray wrote: Ran across this on the 'tubes. Anyone seen these in person? Do they exist? Like'em a lot. http://www.thefoxisblack.com/2012/12/12/rivendell-bicycle-works-posters-by-daniel-blackman/ Cheers! cm -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Opinions Wanted on Alternative Mark's Rack Installation
Try it with the struts to the hub. I'd guess it's stronger with hub setup, but it depends no what you're carrying. Also, if you don't like it, you can cut 'em down further and mount them to the mid-fork. (You can get replacement struts, too.) On Sunday, February 10, 2013 1:53:16 AM UTC-5, hangtownmatt wrote: Before I finalize this installation by cutting the struts to proper length, I'd like your opinion. I ask, because a long Nitto strut attached to the front hub area seems like such an obvious improvement in overall strength, yet I do not believe I've ever seen it or read about it before. Am I missing something, or is this a good idea? http://www.flickr.com/photos/93060983@N03/ Matt -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: WTB: Wedge Saddlebag (VO Croissant)
I have one and like it a lot for trips where I'm not carrying much. Go ahead and get at VO for 20% off (ends tonight 2/12): http://velo-orange.blogspot.com/2013/02/inconvenience-sale-extended.html And here's VO's instructions on mounting to saddle rails: http://velo-orange.blogspot.com/2012/05/leather-u-lock-holder-and-croissant-bag.html On Monday, February 11, 2013 2:55:15 PM UTC-5, KTY wrote: Dear Riv Listers: Before hitting 'purchase' on a new, Velo Orange Croissant Saddlebag, I thought I'd check in here first in case someone has a lightly used model that needs a new home. Here's the bag: http://store.velo-orange.com/index.php/vo-crossaint-saddle-bag.html I'd be open to other wedge designs such as the Acorn med saddlebag. However, the VO seems best for my needs, as it's optimized to attach directly to saddle rails rather than loops; and I'd be putting it on an old Brooks saddle w/out loops. Hit me up off list at kolbyt at gmail dot com. 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 http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Nitto Big Front Rack fitting issue
And here's a pic from Renaissance Bicycles of that Sam+Big Front Rack http://www.renaissancebicycles.com/images/rivendell/pratiks_touring_sam_hillborne/hillborne-nitto-racks.jpg Maybe a pic of yours, Scot? Did Riv move the placement of the mid-fork attachment? Is this is sidepull vs canti difference or maybe 650b vs 700 difference? BTW: the Bombadil on the Riv install video (http://www.rivbike.com/product-p/r5.htm) has mid-fork brazeons, but Mark's installing the rack with p-clamps. On Wednesday, February 13, 2013 2:33:46 PM UTC-5, Scot Brooks wrote: I finally got a lovely Nitto R34 yesterday. I noticed the placement of the top attachment point is a little weird when mounting to the Sam's fork; it doesn't really come close to the eyelets so I have to use the p-clamps instead. However, I've seen photos from Renaissance Bicycles on Flickr that show a Sam with the same rack perfectly fitted to the eyelets. I guess it's a minor point, but the Nitto stuff usually seems so perfectly suited to the Riv stuff and this seems just a little sloppy. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: OT (for goofball content): Bosco Bars daydreaming
Hi Scot, Check out Podosteering by Olipop-- fun stuff. http://www.flickr.com/photos/olipop/7360864854/ On Saturday, February 16, 2013 11:48:36 PM UTC-5, Scot Brooks wrote: I was just visualizing having some Bosco Bars and all the various hand positions, and I had a little revelation; they look big enough and long enough that I could really easily and comfortably put my feet up on the flats. As obviously unsafe as that sounds, I'm definitely going to try it if I ever get a set. Not sure if an extra foot position counts toward the versatility of a bar, but I'll let history decide. That also just made me realize that while people talk a lot about how different bikes handle a front load, I seem to recall that giving somebody a ride on the handlebars of my BMX bike when I was a kid was a piece of cake, and that's *gotta *be 50 or 60 pounds at least. The Boscos would've given the comfiest ride ever to one of my BMX passengers. If Riv ever does a frame raffle again and I win, I'm gonna go for a peg-provisioned-Bosco-BMX and really riding like a kid again. I wonder if Rich can make me some sweet mag wheels... -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: new photos of Sam sporting center pull brakes
I think the OP was on the Staff Bike blue SH: http://www.rivbike.com/product-p/staff17.htm Description from Riv: Bike Of the Month - Well that's the idea at least. Monthly or so one employee whips up a dreamy build with some less-than-usual stuff on it and it becomes a demonstrator bike in the showroom. ADDENDUM: YOU CAN BUY THIS ONE #1 Dave's Pick: Lil' City Sam 48cm Sam Hillborne with Shimano dyno wheel, Schmidt E6 light, Centerpulls, cream longboard fenders, wide range double crank with chainguard, Silver thumbshifters, the Tektro slim levers. I've been reading old RR (got the cork collection for Xmas). RR#30 has an article by Jan Heine on center pull brakes and describes adv/dis with comparisons to sidepulls and cantilevers. (I don't want to step on Grant's or Jan's toes by quoting it here, and I have no experience with them anyway-- so I'll let others chime in.) -- Shoji On Friday, February 22, 2013 1:47:57 PM UTC-5, Ryan Ray wrote: People in this thread keep talking about center pulls, then post links to photos with bikes set up with side pulls. What am I missing? - Ryan On Friday, February 22, 2013 10:28:45 AM UTC-8, Jim Thill - Hiawatha Cyclery wrote: It is good looking. It's nice to see how much reach those brakes have since I'm using them for a build where max reach will be important. I think it's about 75 mm max. Looks like it's set at minimum reach in front, but closer to middle-reach in back, which is actually consistent with the blue/cream 60 cm Sam I have here. GP has been known to be serious about brake even-ness, but I suppose it's one of those dimensions that can be compromised a little for the greater good. In this case, I doubt it affects anything. Here's an orange one from a couple years ago that seems to be more brake-even. http://www.flickr.com/photos/twowheelflight/4860314027 On Wednesday, February 20, 2013 1:52:50 PM UTC-6, Christopher Miller Rosales wrote: That whole build is just plain beautiful to me! Interesting to see that it's actually up for sale, I wish I had the funds. Any reason to go center-pulls? More clearance/power/modulation? Chris Berkeley, CA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: 4 struts on a Mark's rack on a Betty
Hi Gernot, There was an earlier discussion on alternative installs for Mark's Rack (including your question on struts to dropout eyelets): https://groups.google.com/d/topic/rbw-owners-bunch/5waTg7bA4co/discussion I'd just try it out either way. Attaching both struts to the outside eyelet (like Miesha's) is a simpler installation than one strut inside, the other outside. I don't think it will make it more rigid/sturdy, but maybe someone's tried it and can chime in. If the intended use if for 4.4lbs, you may want to consider a different rack (like Nitto Front Rack, porteur rack, Paul's Rack, etc.). On Monday, February 25, 2013 10:33:27 AM UTC-5, Earl Grey wrote: Since my wife carries a lot more than 4.4lbs in the Wald zip-tied to her Mark's, I'd like to add two extra struts from the back eyelets on the rack to the mid-fork braze-ons. I don't have the extra two struts that the Mark's came with, so I was going to order two 16.5cm bent Nitto struts from Riv (I know I need to order the nuts, too). But looking at a couple of photos of Riv staff bikes (Miesha and Brian), I notice that they used 4 straight struts and attached them both to the outside of the hourglass mounts on the fork. I was imagining attaching the bent struts to the inside part of the hourglass mounts, and would think that might be marginally more rigid/sturdy. Any reason why I shouldn't? Is there not enough room for brake clearance (Tektro 559s)? Does it look ugly? Any other thoughts? What about using the two short straight struts on the rack's rear eyelets, and getting two long straight struts to connect to the dropout eyelets? Has anyone done that? Do you like it? Is it sturdier? I know I should just call Riv, but it's too early there, and too late here (Thailand) to stay up another 2 hours. Thanks! Gernot -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Ride Review: The Appaloosa
What a great camping trip (thx to all for posting pix)! The first time I saw the mystery bike, I thought, whoa, but not in a good way. Then, as more pics of the diagatubes and long chain stays have become familiar to me, I think whoa, in a good way. Keven's bike looks terrific-- I want one, don't know the color, but definitely creme headtube. It'd have a front derailer, too. Albas or Boscos, don't know, but I was dreaming about that custom until RCW shattered it! :) Lucky 7 to RCW-- pedal on the War Horse... PS-- tell Grant to hurry up and make this a production reality for the rest of us. --sho On Tuesday, February 26, 2013 6:51:52 PM UTC-5, Liesl wrote: This bike is •the bomb*. I think there's the impression out in the cloud that suggests it's a cruiser built for flat-lands. I don't think this idea holds much water to anyone who saw Keven drop like a falcon on a vole during his Appaloosa-descent down Shell Ridge this past Sunday. With those l-o-n-g chainstays and diagatubes, the bike held a line over rough terrain that was elegant and true—and fast. This is not to mention all the other parts of the uphill-and-down single-track trail riding that the Appaloosa handled like, well, like its namesake. At 5'2,I never thought this design could be made small enough for me—but there it was, a little Appaloosa that I could stand over. I took it for a ride, and then rode it again, and then rode it some more…I took it for spins 4 days in a row and just fell in love. The Bosco's are crazy comfy and a million hand positions, goofy as they look. Upright, relaxed with elbows on the grips, crouched down with hands on the flats—whatever you need. This bike is really a bit of a revolution. Mine will be maybe the 7th (?) in the world and will be the only one with canti's, 26 wheels, and clearance for 55cm fatty tires and fenders. It'll be a Riv Chica War Horse! SO that's the news on the custom front. RCW -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: Front Rack ideas
For added peace of mind, take an Irish strap or two and loop it between the handlebars and the basket. Presumably, it'll take some weight off the rack and onto the handlebars, which can support a lot of weight. I think Keven's Appaloosa has straps in the pic. On Tuesday, February 26, 2013 2:12:24 PM UTC-5, William wrote: Edwin Sounds like a good list. The key to using the Mark's Rack with a true load is the second set of struts, as you can see in the staff bikes photos (Keven's Appaloosa, Grant's Homer). It's much more loadable with the second pair of struts. On Monday, February 25, 2013 5:36:47 PM UTC-8, Edwin W wrote: I am weighing (no pun intended!) a few of the helpful suggestions from the group. I think I am considering: CETMA strong and tough, ugly and expensive. Blackburn cheap and tough, ugly and not made for this bike. Marks elegant and made for the bike, expensive and wondering about weight limit, but I see on the staff bikes they appear to hold more than 4.4 pounds. Someone from the list has told me they might have one of these. Gamoj porter like on Sean's bike on the staff bikes page. As to my original post: I almost always carry 5-10 pounds in my work bag to and from work, and on rare occasion a 12 pack of beer and very rarely a case or other such groceries, but would love to have the option. And have it be better than the current situation with soma rack and p clamps. Thanks for all of the suggestions. Edwin -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] 2-legged kickstand options/opinions
I have the VO Copenhagen Dual Leg Kickstand, too. I think the length adjustment is nice. I'm not as enthusiastic with the build compared to the Pletscher. In the up position, the upper leg wobbles a bit. Not anything bad or dangerous, but I don't see the same thing on my Pletscher. The plastic feet are wide. Good for stability, but it could cause a problem in the up position. I tried it on a ss bike: too much one way, and the feet were into the spokes; too much the other way and they were into the pedal/foot. For wheel flop, I take my ankle band and wrap it around the tire and downtube. I used to have an extra bungie cord on my basket, but that disappeared. On Thursday, February 28, 2013 1:55:22 PM UTC-5, Pudge wrote: I have this one on my Atlantis with the 50mm Marathon Supremes, and it clears those pretty fat tires just fine. http://store.velo-orange.com/index.php/accessories/chainguards-stay-protectors-kickstands/vo-retractable-dual-leg-kickstand.html I like the ability to adjust the length of the kickstand legs when you change tires, too. Works very well. Whether the rear or front is lifted with the stand down depends on where the load is, though; I try to adjust the length of the legs so that both tires are as close to the ground as possible. *From:* rbw-owne...@googlegroups.com javascript: [mailto: rbw-owne...@googlegroups.com javascript:] *On Behalf Of *Dan McNamara *Sent:* Thursday, February 28, 2013 1:28 PM *To:* rbw-owne...@googlegroups.com javascript: *Subject:* [RBW] 2-legged kickstand options/opinions I just swapped the tires on my 52 Bombadil 2TT from Fatty Rumpkins to the 54 (actually measure 48) Conti Tour Guards and, of course, the Pletscher 2-legged kickstand won't clear the rear tire. By not clear I mean the stand rubs against the tire when it is in the up position. Any thoughts on other 2-legged stands that might clear a wide-ish tire? I would prefer that the stand raised the rear of the bike rather than the front to avoid the front wheel flopping around when I am loading. So far there are two options from VO, a couple from Hebie and at least one from Crow. Any user feedback on these and ideas on others? Thanks in advance Dan -Marin -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bun...@googlegroups.com javascript:. To post to this group, send email to rbw-own...@googlegroups.comjavascript: . Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- To ensure compliance with Treasury Department regulations, we advise you that, unless otherwise expressly indicated, any federal tax advice contained in this message was not intended or written to be used, and cannot be used, for the purpose of (i) avoiding tax-related penalties under the Internal Revenue Code or applicable state or local tax law provisions or (ii) promoting, marketing or recommending to another party any tax-related matters addressed herein. This email (and any attachments thereto) is intended only for use by the addressee(s) named herein and may contain legally privileged and/or confidential information. If you are not the intended recipient of this email, you are hereby notified that any dissemination, distribution or copying of this email (and any attachments thereto) is strictly prohibited. If you receive this email in error please immediately notify me at (212) 735-3000 and permanently delete the original email (and any copy of any email) and any printout thereof. Further information about the firm, a list of the Partners and their professional qualifications will be provided upon request. == -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Front fender mount on Blue Sams - how to?
Whichever way you choose. Brake bolt is fine (L-bracket-- you can use Sheldon Fender Nuts for easier on/off). Mount it under the fork crown with a fork crown daruma bolt. Some bicycle forks have threaded fender mount, but I don't think Rivs have that. On Thursday, February 28, 2013 1:34:11 PM UTC-5, Michael wrote: Does a fender mount on the brake bolt, or does the fork have one of those thingamajjiggies for direct bolting fenders to the fork crown? Sorry for the lack of technical jargon. I forget what that mounting hole is called under the fork. Thanks for the info. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: OT - Family Biking
Nice post, Smitty. I like your Nitto Big Rack child-seat mod. (I assume kiddos like it? Are the pieces zip-tied on?) I can't trust my not-quite 3 yo son to hold on, but maybe I'll get to work on collecting and building the pieces for when he's ready. I enthusiastically endorse the front seat. I use the Yepp Mini, which works great with quill stems. (There's an adapter for threadless, but maybe that's not relevant for this group.) The Yepp has a nice quick release (with key lock) and optional windscreen, which sounded dumb to me initially, but enabled us to ride comfortably in cool and cold weather. (When you're not pedaling and just along for the ride and exposed on the front, it gets cold... go figure.) The front seat means he has access to the handlebar bell, and it brings smiles to all the folks on the sidewalks who see and hear us coming. And we always stop to look at the brook and hear the running water (at his request). For us, riding is a much different experience from driving, and by different, I mean better. --sho On Friday, March 1, 2013 11:19:27 AM UTC-5, Andy Smitty Schmidt wrote: This is somewhat OT but the pics are full of stuff from Riv... Aussie Wool, Bosco Bars, Betty Foy, Cork Grips, and more. I wrote a guest post on a friends blog about family biking and going car-free. Thought it might be of interest to some folks on here. Becoming A Biking Familyhttp://paranoidstayathomemom.blogspot.com/2013/02/guest-post-becoming-biking-family.html --Smitty -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] interview with Ritchey on steel, gravel, wide tires and innovation
Nice interview of Ritchey. I'll have to set aside time for the video. Ritchey pops up in RRs every now and again-- clearly an influence to GP and the industry. I'm interested to see how Ritchey's prediction of simplification plays out. I see more 1-by-X's around, and SS, and fixies. (Maybe b/c I'm in an urban environment? or flatter land area?) Appaloosa/Mystery bike's 1-by-X (or stick-by-X?). Then again, I checked out the SRAM XX1 Ritchey mentioned, having no idea about these modern groups, and... wow $425 for an 11-speed cassette! (XX1 chain's $58.) On Wednesday, March 6, 2013 12:22:05 AM UTC-5, Jim M. wrote: On Tuesday, March 5, 2013 10:40:44 AM UTC-8, Daniel wrote: I have huge respect for Tom Ritchey, am intrigued by the Woodsies, but I don't believe the first MTBs built by Rtichey were 650B. Have you seen the video by Jay Ritchey: http://vimeo.com/47207697 Tom says he was building a 650B before Joe Breeze and Gary Fisher approached him. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Noob question of the week: what's the deal with chain suck?
There are devices to protect against chain suck. Essentially, they block the chain from coming up with the chain ring. RR36 has a few pics of commercially available devices (don't know if they're still around) and a homemade zip-tie version. Seems like some cranks/chain ring combos are more prone to chain suck than others. On Friday, March 8, 2013 10:22:34 AM UTC-5, Joe Bernard wrote: Bad chainrings, bad derailer adjustment, bad shifting technique, bad karma...the causes are endless, but they all lead back to one common denominator: Triple cranks. I'm so tired of the issue that I eschewed triples and front derailers altogether, and put a 2-speed FSA Patterson Transmission crank on my Saluki. No more moving the chain around, no more chain suck. Joe Bernard Vallejo, CA. On Friday, March 8, 2013 7:05:20 AM UTC-8, Garth wrote: I've been riding triples since the early 80's ... never once have I experienced chain suck . I keep my FD perfectly tuned however, and I guess I must have good enough technique to not to have experienced 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 http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Does shellaced tape feel crusty?
I love the look of bare Nitto-- great not-shiny look. Too bad it gets darn cold and darn hot here in the Boston area! On Monday, March 11, 2013 12:27:41 PM UTC-4, Earl Grey wrote: A tropical data point: cloth tape with two or three coats of shellac only took a year to develop mold spots in northern Thailand. Just an aesthetic concern, but worth a note. I then swapped bars a couple of times (noodles to moustaches to VO porteurs) and haven't bothered retaping at all. Am quite happy with the feel of bare aluminum, with or without gloves. But then again it doesn't ever get cold here. Gernot Thailand -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: Noob question of the week: what's the deal with chain suck?
Thanks, Jim, RE: conjecture. Does chain suck happen more often with certain types of derailers? I would guess that ones with weaker chain-tensioner springs would chain suck more often. (Perhaps something w/long cage vs short cage given the chain angle.) Seems like the chain-suck descriptions I'm familiar with (=not many) don't mention the rear derailer used. Then again, this is probably starting to over think the situation, and I need to go out and ride more. :) On Monday, March 11, 2013 3:47:15 PM UTC-4, Tom Goodmann wrote: Your conjecture makes a lot of sense to me, Jim: chain slack might be the leading element, suggesting careful maintenance in that regard. I'm new to Rivendells, and as I check out frames for sale, I can't help but notice the frequency of scarring to the drive-side stay, so I asked. On Mon, Mar 11, 2013 at 2:31 PM, Cyclofiend Jim cyclo...@earthlink.netjavascript: wrote: Hmmm... downhill with low-load and brand new components is definitely weird. I'd suspect a stiff chain link before blaming an inherent design flaw. (And just to restate it, we're talking about chainsuck with the chain not letting go of the chainring from the 6 o'clock position, and climbing up into the chainstay from below. Not simply jumping off the ring during a shift.) On the other hand, it may have something to do with where the bottom bracket is with respect to the shifty bits... Most mtb's have reasonably high bottom brackets - certainly when compared to the RBW designs. And Grant's bikes have lengthy chainstays. Combine that with wide range gearing and you probably end up with a bit more slack and less tension in the drivetrain. So, you are coming from a lower point, which could wrap an extra tooth or two. With no chain tension drawing the chain towards the derailleur, you start wrapping things up. It's less than a 1/4 turn of the cranks, so it can happen fast. Any sharkfinning on the chainring would of course exacerbate that. Pure, unadulterated conjecture on my part. - Jim / cyclofiend.com On Sunday, March 10, 2013 11:54:11 PM UTC-7, samh wrote: I guess I must have good enough technique to not to have experienced it ;) I really don't think it has anything to do with shifting technique. I have triple's on mountain bikes that get muddy, and I've never experienced chain suck while riding them. Sometimes my mountain bikes are sporting worn chainrings, cog sets, or chains. Sometimes those components are new. I have doubles on my other road bikes, and they've never experienced chain suck. I've switched gears in every conceivable situation, high load, low load, wrong direction, right direction, while double shifting, or single shifting--no chain suck ever. I've snapped chains while mountain biking due to bad shift choices, but I've never experienced chain suck. However, while riding my Rivendell on its maiden voyage, I experienced chain suck during a low load shift while riding downhill. Based on all the damaged chain stays I see in pictures of used Rivendells, it appears to be a common problem. That's been my experience. I'd welcome a commercially available device to prevent chain suck on my Rivendell. Perhaps they should be standard equipment? On Friday, March 8, 2013 8:05:20 AM UTC-7, Garth wrote: I've been riding triples since the early 80's ... never once have I experienced chain suck . I keep my FD perfectly tuned however, and I guess I must have good enough technique to not to have experienced it ;) On Friday, March 8, 2013 8:05:20 AM UTC-7, Garth wrote: I've been riding triples since the early 80's ... never once have I experienced chain suck . I keep my FD perfectly tuned however, and I guess I must have good enough technique to not to have experienced it ;) -- You received this message because you are subscribed to a topic in the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this topic, visit https://groups.google.com/d/topic/rbw-owners-bunch/DSOsQDLsZLQ/unsubscribe?hl=en-US . To unsubscribe from this group and all its topics, send an email to rbw-owners-bun...@googlegroups.com javascript:. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owne...@googlegroups.comjavascript: . Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Fixed Bike in the Mountains?
Hi Patrick, I enjoy riding fixed, but I also like my geared bike. To tickle your curiosity, you may want to consider getting a rear wheel with the Whitehead Industries ENO hub. It's a fixed/free hub designed for vertical dropouts (which I think Hunqapillar has?). http://www.whiteind.com/rearhubs/singlespeedhubs.html Kent Peterson did the Great Tour Divide on a single speed (http://kentsbike.blogspot.com/2010/01/tour-divide-frequently-asked-questions.html), which won't turn crank arms/pedals into deadly flails whipping around. Single-speed is nice, too. Shoji On Monday, March 11, 2013 3:06:21 PM UTC-4, Deacon Patrick wrote: The concurrent thread on fixed bikes triggered a question I've long had -- how feasible is a fixed gear for living in an area with long, steep climbs/descents? What gearing would make sense? In general the climbs range from 4-7 mph, descents up to 45mph or more. There are a lot of other wants and needs before I'd consider purchasing a fixed bike, but curiosity reigns. Grin. With abandon, Patrick *www.MindYourHeadCoop.org* *www.OurHolyConception.org* -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Betty Foy's new handlebar...
Hi René, The Bosco bars can take bar-end shifters, so you can use reverse levers. Here's CNYRIV's (notably shortened Bosco): http://www.flickr.com/photos/cnyriv/7609435114/ And brendanoid (not shortened, but also with interrupters): http://www.flickr.com/photos/76272304@N02/8099501186/ Nowadays, I've become quite fond of handlebar changes-- I think LBS's should offer kit deals for regular folks (nice displays, some sort of package deal, etc.) as many weekend bikes could surely be improved by a shape change. Shoji On Tuesday, March 12, 2013 2:44:41 AM UTC-4, René wrote: As you know, I keep tweaking my bikes. I like doing it, and I keep searching for that elusive perfection that seems to keep changing as I change. An additional benefit is that some of the tweaks, most noticeable handlebar changes, seem to give the bike a whole new personality. Some bars do that more than others. Sometimes, the new personality isn't as nice as the previous one, but sometimes, the change is so amazing that you wonder how can this happen on the same bike where nothing else has changed. My Betty was pretty much perfect after my last round of tweaks. The Hetre tires make the ride incredibly amazing, the Bullmoose Bosco bars made the ride better than anything before and I was pretty happy on my commutes. There was, however, a little something still missing... The Bullmoose Bosco bar is pretty wide. It didn't seem so at first, but wide bars have their own personality. Also, since you can only use mountain bike brakes, the brake lever is halfway on the straight end which means that you can only access the brakes when your hands are on the grips or the ends of the bar and you are fully upright. When riding, one tends to drift forward with the hands, especially when riding faster and one of the favorite positions is with the hands on the curves of the bar. From this position, there is no access to the brake levers. So, in order to keep experimenting, I ordered the Grand Bois Promenade bar, which looks like a mini Bosco bar but with one very significant detail I was looking for... it takes reverse brake levers! These allow access to the brake levers from pretty much any position on the straight back sections of the bar, including almost to the curves. The bar is quite narrow, especially compared to the Bullmoose Bosco bar. I ordered an 11cm Tallux 25.9 stem to position the bars in relatively the same position of the Bosco and have been riding it for the past couple of weeks on my commutes to work. And here's the magic, the bike's personality completely changed. It goes faster, it zooms and floats on the road. At first the narrowness was disconcerting, but aside from feeling different at slow speeds by removing the torque wide bars provide, the position is very comfortable and it has made the bike really disappear from under me. I'm still tweaking the angle and height since I find my hands hurt a bit as there are no grips, just Brooks leather tape, but when riding faster, my hands go to the curves and I've experienced this feeling where it's as though all I can feel is my feet on the pedals but nothing else between me and the road. Ah, the other thing that feels different is when standing to climb a steep climb; that is really where the narrowness becomes more of an issue since I have to be careful for my knees not to hit the ends of the bars. They don't fit inside the bars like they do on the wider bars. I'm starting to think that perhaps I'll try the regular Cromoly Bosco bars that aren't as wide as the Bullmoose Bosco and see how I like it with those. But then again, I do love those reverse brake levers on that bike. It's the one thing I wish Grant had done differently, although I understand that those aren't so readily available and the logical thing was to go with regular brake levers. But then again... There is something about that Betty that makes it so special! Photos to illustrate the story... http://tinyurl.com/brtgkt3 Enjoy... René -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Betty Foy's new handlebar...
Hey RCW, Here's a pic of the interruptors on the flat near the stem (not my pic): http://www.flickr.com/photos/76272304@N02/8099501186/ And yes, that Hunq BOM looks awesome with the balloon-like big bens. Sho On Tuesday, March 12, 2013 11:14:13 AM UTC-4, Liesl wrote: Has anyone tried putting interrupter levers on the forward flat of the Bosco's right up near the stem? This seemed like it could also be the solution for better brake access. And also check out the Bosco'd Hunq BOM at Riv. That, my friends, is a dreamy and good-lookin' bike! liesl I-can-feel-the-spring-coming in Minneapolis -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Please review this bell from Rivendell...
Hi Michael, I have the Crane striker bell on handlebar mount. It has a pleasant sound, is appropriately loud, and seems durable. I've used it for two seasons in the Boston area, leaving the bike in the weather at times, and it's non worse for the wear. There's a nice patina on it. I have the spacer headset mount (for threadless) with temple bell on a different bike. The spacer mount is terrific, if you like having a bell on the stem. It's a very clean and refined look. Sho On Thursday, March 14, 2013 12:27:43 AM UTC-4, Michael wrote: Was thinking of getting this. *http://www.rivbike.com/product-p/bellhed.htm*http://www.rivbike.com/product-p/bellhed.htm My only concern is I think it doesn't rotate around the steerer tube, so one would have to know exactly where you want it facing before cranking down on the headset locknut. I can rehearse that with my regular bell before installing. The price is very nice. I have lotsa room for it on the sterrer tube/headset. Let me know if you have it and like it, and if anything to think twice about before attempting installation. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Tech specs on Rivendell seat binder allen bolt and nut
Hi Patrick, From your subject, you're looking for seat binder post info? (I'm not sure based on the text if that's what you're after): Screw: M6 Hex Socket Cap, 22mm length Nut: M6 Nylon Insert Nut (Source: http://www.rivbike.com/product-p/f-hillborne-blue.htm-- I'm pretty sure all Rivs use the same screw+nut for seat post binder.) Have a nice weekend! Shoji On Friday, March 15, 2013 4:11:50 PM UTC-4, Patrick Moore wrote: Can someone give me, in tech speak, the measurement of the allen bolt and hex nut that fits in Riv frames (Ram in this case)? Easier for me to ask hardware store than to lug mostly built bike into the store. Have to cable up derailleurs and adjust, install saddle on pin and adjust; adjust bar; tape. And then somehow get some Stan's into the tubs. Hopefully this weekend ...!!! Oh: I swapped out the very graciously donated Veloces (thanks again, Tom) that didn't quite reach far enough (55..?) for some old Nashbar dual pivots (57) and these seem to reach fine except for the drive side rear, which is 1, perhaps 2 mm higher than optimum. I've double checked the slot position. Arch is centered. What gives? Next step to try another pad, but ...??? Thanks. PAMoore, off to the store (and PO) on the Green Riv. -- __ BUSINESS BUILDING COME-ON!! $300 off a $600 resume + letter or Linked In profile package with referral that leads to full price sale! Refer two full-pay clients and you get the package for free! I am not cheap, but I am very good. So they say. Patrick Moore, Ph.D, MBA, ACRW, Albuquerque, NM, USA http://resumespecialties.com/index.html * patric...@resumespecialties.comjavascript: __ -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Optimal clearance for metal fenders...
Lovelybike has info on a Surly Cross Check with Fat Franks and VO Zeppelins. (Lots of pics.) http://lovelybike.blogspot.com/2011/06/surly-cross-check-review-colourful.html She mentions: On the downside, the clearances between the tires and fenders are so tight, that the set-up is not really practical for serious off-road cycling: stuff can get caught in there and cause problems. But for fire trails and gravel paths it is fine... I don't think I would do this with knobbies. Good luck-- looking forward to the pics of the build. Shoji On Monday, March 18, 2013 2:09:53 PM UTC-4, AaronY wrote: Bob, What size were the hammered fenders? The largest size I can find on the VO site is a 47 which could be the reason that a 47 tire would have difficulty fitting with sufficient clearance. If you really want metal fenders they have the Zeppelin style in 52, but that might even be a tight fit for Rene's 50 mm Duremes. Here's a link to their fender page. I http://store.velo-orange.com/index.php/accessories/fenders.html?p=1 In the past my metal fenders have all been from VO and I've been happy with them. Aaron Young Vancouver, WA On Sunday, March 17, 2013, Robert Barr wrote: Rene, I struggled with the fenders on my Hunqapillar. My thoughtful wife bought me some hammered VOs as a gift because I had mentioned that I thought they would look great on the Hunq. And they would have - but with 47-622 Marathons there wasn't a mm to spare. My normal commute takes me down a gravel trail with stones and sticks. I fret the sticks more than the stones. After several attempts to fit the VOs (two sizes and lots of thinking..). I had to go back to my tried and true SKS. They worked best for me and where I ride. Good luck... Bob -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Legolas!
I think Riv should post Cross Bike or Cyclocross Bike on their site with pics... maybe write call for details and ask for Grant Legolas-is-not-my-middle-name Petersen. That can't get them into trouble, right? On Monday, March 18, 2013 1:17:04 PM UTC-4, Philip Williamson wrote: This Rivendell model ( http://www.flickr.com/photos/philipwilliamson/2917695862/) is available again, but can't be advertised on the Rivendell website. Here's the plain English from the email newsletter: *Custom Frames, Old Models* Mark asked me to mention that the wait on Custom Rivendell frames is at an all time low of 6 months. That might seem like a long time but this is fully custom mind you, it takes a while, but there's nobody on the list almost except for Liesl who won the custom frame raffle. She came by and fell in love with the Appaloosa long-bike prototype and is going to get her custom in that vein. Before Betty and Yves, there was Glorious and Wilbury, the nicest mixtes ever made. The lugs were so fancy builders would mess up too often and we stopped production. You can still get them though, we have the fancy lugs but they're now deemed customs. See previous paragraph. Also, when the Lord of the Rings movies came out, some tangent of the Tolkein estate made us stop using the Legolas name on our staff-favorite lugged-steel-cross bikes and as the deal went down we can't have them marketed on the website. So we don't. But! People like them and we can still use the decals we have so if you want a really light canti-braked cross bike we can make it in Wisconsin for $2200. Call Mark if you're serious. Legolases now available: $2200, but not on the site. Philip www.biketinker.com On Sunday, March 17, 2013 2:57:14 PM UTC-7, samh wrote: Hello, Is there anyone who could state in plain English what this thread is about? Thanks. On Thursday, March 14, 2013 9:07:23 PM UTC-6, Peter M wrote: Dont tell the LOTR estate, its a hush hush deal... *Legolases now available: $2200, but not on the site*. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: Albas and Saddle Width
I use B17 with Albas on my Surly Cross Check (Bars above the saddle). I had to angle the nose up a little when I changed over from Moustache bars. Otherwise, the B17 has been great. (5'7 on a good day, 155#) On Wednesday, July 3, 2013 12:09:48 PM UTC-4, Lee Chae wrote: I've also used a B17 with Albatross bars for a couple of years, with no issues. Lee, 5'7, 150 On Wed, Jul 3, 2013 at 9:01 AM, Jeremy Till jerem...@gmail.comjavascript: wrote: I've been using a B17 with Albas and a Flyer (sprung B17) with Boscos, and it's been working really well for me. The big turn off for the wider saddles for me is that they make it harder to sit farther back on the saddle, which for me is important for upright riding comfort. Pictures: http://www.flickr.com/photos/85709120@N07/9067526045/ http://www.flickr.com/photos/85709120@N07/8714991825/ I should also say I'm not a small guy--6'3 and 220+ lbs. I'd try a B17 and see if it worked for you. On Monday, July 1, 2013 2:19:32 PM UTC-7, Larry H wrote: I'm wondering what type (width) of Brooks Saddle people use with Albatross Bars. I've been using a B-67 on my Sam Hillborne. RBW recommends the wider saddles for upright bars. Does anyone use the B-17 with Albas or Bosco bars? I'm not a big fan of the textured leather on the B-67. I would need to switch to a B-17 or B-72 to get non textured leather. The B-72 is a double rail saddle and would need a seat post sandwich or Nitto simple seat post. I also don't like the creaky springs. I don't really need a sprung saddle since I'm only around 145 lbs. Thanks for the feedback. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bun...@googlegroups.com javascript:. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owne...@googlegroups.comjavascript: . Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: riv ride redux
Great write up, Brian. What a fine part of the country to ride... and looks like nice company, too. shoji On Sunday, July 7, 2013 12:38:00 PM UTC-4, dougP wrote: That looks like great good fun. I hope the photos from our upcoming July 27 Socal / Norcal adventure are as stunning. We'll have the ocean but fewer trees that are a lot smaller. One time when our route became misplaced, the discussion turned to back-tracking. One of my touring buds stated We recover, we don't retreat. It sure keeps the adventure going. dougP On Saturday, July 6, 2013 9:29:17 PM UTC-7, stonehog wrote: I did a more thorough ride report on last month's Seattle vs. Portland Riv Rumble - hopefully inspiration to the nor-cal vs. so-cal rumble coming up. Special thanks to Chris and Andy for extra photographs! http://stonehog.wordpress.com/2013/07/06/camping-with-bikes/ Brian Hanson Seattle, WA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: Terrible News
I am so sad to hear this news. Seth-- you've had such a positive impact on many people, and you are missed. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] good ride
This list has introduced me to many great photographers, beautiful bikes, and gorgeous landscapes. Thanks! On Thursday, July 11, 2013 7:01:21 AM UTC-4, Ron Mc wrote: really great photos and awesome country -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Bikepacking with kids
One suggestion: if you find a nice place to camp, don't be afraid to stay there. Instead, take a day ride or two and go back to base camp. Sometimes it's nice not having to pack up and go some place. It'll also give her time for her art and/or writing. Happy camping, Patrick. (We're off for car camping later this weekend. We'll go to the swimming hole, take a hike, go to the playground, or probably spend a lot of time picking up sticks and rocks.) On Friday, July 12, 2013 10:09:54 PM UTC-4, Robert Barr wrote: If we are wise we learn from children On Fri, Jul 12, 2013 at 9:52 PM, Deacon Patrick lamon...@mac.comjavascript: wrote: Happy to share our experience. She's both excited and apprehensive, so she's already wiser than I am. Grin. With abandon, Patrick On Friday, July 12, 2013 7:33:49 PM UTC-6, Robert Barr wrote: Me as well Patrick. My eldest daughter will be 11 in August. My daughter's (my younger daughter will be 8 in August) have been a wonder to me since they were born. We have progressed to riding the local trails as a family and with the pleasure they seem to have in riding together, I have no idea where this adventure will lead, but I will forever be grateful for the opportunity. Keep us posted on your adventure. With big smiles - Bob On Fri, Jul 12, 2013 at 9:21 PM, murphyjrfk murph...@gmail.com wrote: I've got nothing on advice Patrick, but I also have a daughter rapidly approaching that age and I'd love to hear about your trip when it's over! Have a blast! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bun...@**googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owne...@googlegroups.**com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/**group/rbw-owners-bunchhttp://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch . For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/**groups/opt_outhttps://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out . -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bun...@googlegroups.com javascript:. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owne...@googlegroups.comjavascript: . Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Family Bike Tour
Great pics (and memories, I'm sure)! On Monday, July 15, 2013 1:17:42 PM UTC-4, Deacon Patrick wrote: Beautiful! With abandon, Patrick On Saturday, July 13, 2013 10:52:42 AM UTC-6, Andy Smitty Schmidt wrote: Landing back at home after a week bike tour with my family and hearing the news about Seth V was/is gut wrenching. Like most of those who commented on that thread, I only knew Seth online through this group. It still feels like a loss nonetheless. Right before we departed on our trip, I heard another incident of a cyclist hit-and-run on a road just outside Portland. As me and mine pedaled over this past week, it was tough to shake thoughts of the risks we take by riding on roads. We made it through without incident and the the time spent with the family on the bike was the stuff to remember for a lifetime. Despite the risks involved in doing a trip like this, my belief that bicycling is the freedom of the open road that car commercials have been peddling for however many years, is that much stronger. Pics remind me why I ride. http://www.flickr.com/photos/15966859@N07/sets/72157634624349704/ --Smitty -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: WTB: VO or other decaleur
That's a beautiful Glorius. I think the decaleur idea is a good one. Here's a pic from Somervillain on using a decaleur and fender mount for a Peterboro basket for a solid (permanent) mount: Fender mount: http://www.flickr.com/photos/7516215@N03/5986081182/in/set-72157626542404830 Decaleur mount: http://www.flickr.com/photos/7516215@N03/5986082754/in/set-72157626542404830 shoji On Wednesday, July 17, 2013 3:38:55 PM UTC-4, cyclot...@gmail.com wrote: Looking for a budget option to try a bike-basket hack on my wife's Glorius. Figured the VO decaleur would be a good place to start http://store.velo-orange.com/index.php/accessories/racks-decaleurs/decaleurs/vo-decaleur-kits.html Does anyone have a used one collecting dust they want to sell? I need both pieces. Open to other suggestions for mounting the basket as well. It's a Peterboro basket, hanging by leather straps. You can see in this pic http://www.flickr.com/photos/64942209@N00/8446879114 that it hangs down too low and rubs against the brake cable/hanger. Thinking the decaleur would push it out and lower. Again, open to other options that would work. Permanently attachment is not a problem. -- Cheers, David it isn't a contest. Just enjoy the ride. - Seth Vidal -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Nitto Large Front with AHH?
Hi cc, There's an old thread from 12/2008 (Subject: HELP - install Nitto Big Front Rack): https://groups.google.com/forum/#!topic/rbw-owners-bunch/hm48Y3aiEl4 But... it could depend on your particular build. It seems like some production models change ever so slightly, which means YMMV. Anyway, the relevant text: Hi Everyone-- Just to provide more supporting information, I tried to fit the Nitto Big Front Rack on my 700c A. Homer Hilsen today and was unable to get it mounted using the mid-fork braze-ons. I was told, however, that the rack fits fine using the braze-ons on the 650b models. It sounds like 26/650b are ok but 700c is problematic. Bummer. On Thursday, July 18, 2013 12:22:16 AM UTC-4, Christopher Chen wrote: I've been looking for pictures of a Hilsen with the large front rack (see, there's this sale going on), and I wonder how it all comes together. Can I use the upper eyelets on the fork, or will I be forced to use the clamps? How does it work with the SKS longboard mounting hardware? Etc, etc. Any tips? cc -- I want the kind of six pack you can't drink. -- Micah -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Atlantis build help
BikeTinker has instructions (linking to a previous RBW list question) and video on winding the shifter: http://www.biketinker.com/2013/projects/fixing-the-bar-end-shifters/ On Monday, July 22, 2013 4:45:31 PM UTC-4, William wrote: I *think *you could get all the travel switching to friction, but I'd have to sabotage my own and check to be sure. On Monday, July 22, 2013 1:28:02 PM UTC-7, dougP wrote: If this were the case, could one switch from index to friction get all the cogs? Or does incorrect position of the washer alter the travel of the lever? dougP On Monday, July 22, 2013 12:50:44 PM UTC-7, William wrote: Shawn OK, great, that provides an excellent clue. Here is a very common mistake. Sometimes when you pull OFF the bar end shifter from a bike, the shifter is in an up position, like it was in the middle of the cassette. Then, when you reinstall it onto the barend pod you put it in the down position. That square shaped recess that you fit the base washer on to allows you to do this. The problem is that now you have hidden 2 or 3 clicks of your shifter. When you try to pull up to the bigger cogs on the cassette it goes click-click-click-click-SLIIIDE. The shifter feels like it only has 5 or 6 clicks instead of the 9 distinct positions it is supposed to have. Could you have done this? If so, remove the cable and count the clicks. If you don't have 9 distinct positions, then push the shifter all the way down, and then unscrew it. Re-attach it with the base washer rotated 90 degrees up, and count again. If you now have 9 distinct positions, then move on. Check this first and then get back to us. Or if you are sure this already works, let us know and we'll move on. Bill On Monday, July 22, 2013 12:20:16 PM UTC-7, shawn wrote: William, I am using the Shimano bar end shifters that came off my son's LHT. Thanks On Monday, July 22, 2013 2:50:55 PM UTC-4, William wrote: Shawn What shift lever are you using? Knowing that, I (or several others here) could give you a very specific step by step procedure to follow. On Monday, July 22, 2013 11:27:42 AM UTC-7, shawn wrote: I haven't tried shifting by pulling on the cables, but I have tried to physically place the chain onto the the largest cog and it will not stay there once I rotate the crank. Thanks On Monday, July 22, 2013 4:30:16 AM UTC-4, IanA wrote: Try pulling the cable where it runs along the chainstay by hand. If it shifts up into 34/36 then you may need to take a little slack out of the cable. On Sunday, July 21, 2013 3:44:54 PM UTC-6, shawn wrote: I am building up my wife's 51 cm Atlantis and I have ran into some trouble. I cannot for the life of me get the rear cassette to shift into the largest two cogs. The drive train is as follows: Sugino XD-2 46/36/24, Shimano cassettes- 9 Speed 12-36t, Shimano Deore LX rear derailer, Shimano Deore XT front derailer. I believe my chain line is ok. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated. Thanks Shawn -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Blug 7/22/13
You can still get the Glorius or Wilbury-- call RBW. It's a sold as a custom, like the Bombadil. From what I understand (which isn't much), the lugs are super extravagant, beautiful, and expensive to braze. On Tuesday, July 23, 2013 9:47:03 AM UTC-4, Michael wrote: I notice Anne's Dad put reflective tape ovals on the rims. I assume this is so oncoming drivers will see them reflect in their headlights? If this works I may do it on my bike. Anyone know if it reflects well this way? BTW, that bike is beautiful. I wonder why they ever stopped making it. Or is the Betty the same? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: First s24o with Yves
Fun! Even better story with the log bridge. On Monday, July 22, 2013 2:37:12 PM UTC-4, Phillip Hathaway wrote: Just to prove I could do it and to leave a hectic week in Boulder behind I decided to try an overnight camping trip with my Yves Gomez. As it happened it turned into more of an s26o. The flatland campsites were all full so I decided to head up the mountain where I knew I could find a nice site. Only 20 miles away but 3000 feet up! The grade was very friendly for the first 14 miles and I went at a leisurely pace. All was well though next time I would make the basket a little lighter since I was fighting a floppy wheel at slow speeds. The pitch increased significantly in the last 5 miles and I did end up walking probably 3 of those miles but arrived before sundown. I had a spot in mind but I had forgotten it involved crossing a fallen log bridge across the creek. Probably won't choose that one next time but I made it, though not before dumping the rear wheel cassette deep in the drink. All the gear was dry however so I spent a pleasant night at 8500 feet and after a leisurely couple of coffees and some strategic repacking I walked out and up about a mile and then a much appreciated coast back to town. Pictures prove it happened. http://www.flickr.com/photos/flipvelo/sets/72157634746175045/ -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: Bikepacking Colorado Trail with Eldest Daughter
great adventure, Patrick. That's a lucky 12 yo. On Thursday, July 25, 2013 12:15:58 AM UTC-4, Peter M wrote: Awesome pics and adventure. Speaking of Rivs and kids how much arm twisting would it take to get a small run of the Bosco Rubbe? Come on! On Wed, Jul 24, 2013 at 11:44 PM, Andy Smitty Schmidt 54c...@gmail.comjavascript: wrote: I love seeing the 6, 8, 7, 5 mileage days. That's how you know it's an adventure... when the mileage isn't impressive at all. Low miles by necessity means there's a lot going on. Cool comment about the daughter and the milky way. Seeing the 10 year old boy riding his own bike on tour was a revelation to me regarding trips in the near-dstant future. Hearing about your 12 y.o. is more fuel on that fire. Rivs and kids... they just go together. --Smitty On Wednesday, July 24, 2013 6:48:51 PM UTC-7, Deacon Patrick wrote: Our intrepid eldest daughter (12) joined me for 5 days of wild wonder on this bikepacking trip that included some of the most well known, quintessential single-track Colorado has to offer. The Monarch Crest trail is spectacular, alpine tundra and forest mountain biking at its very best. Then theres what comes after Silver Creek trail intersection (where most MC riders return to lower elevations). Miles of the trails are so chewed up by motorbike as to be devastating to travel up, flat, or down. It's all LCG (lowest common gear, walk-a-bike), which is fine when the trail is passable, but not when it's essentially turned into a quagmire of brain sized rocks, massive ruts, and loose torn up dirt. We later learned this section and the next one are the worst sections for such travesties. Learning the trail ahead was the same as what we'd taken to get the Sargents Mesa, we decided to head out from there, down a great county road in near complete seclusion for the 3,700 foot, 30 miles descent to Saguache. All camping was stunning and the motorbike trail, while frustrating, helped us appreciate the beauty of where we ended up all the more. We traveled 6, 8, 7, 5, and 30 miles (can you guess which day was the downhill, dirt and paved road day?) So, how did bikepacking fairly technical single-track with my 12 year old daughter go? Wonderfully! She set the pace. We talked about the importance of taking breaks when needed, but also balancing that with the need to get to a campsite with water. She chose to push herself, and learned all kinds of new skills for riding rocky trails, narrow trails slightly rutted, steep rocky descents (except for the motorbike area, she rode all the descents. I was amazed!). She had a fantastic attitude and we were both wide-eyed with wonder at this incredible plea we were blessed to be. One casualty: her wicker basket did not survive the second day's descent to Marshall Pass. It bounced right off it's top hoop save for a few tenacious wicker bits. It is now a future bird or squirrel nest at Marshall Pass. The test a a trip is would she want to go again. Absolutely! Wonderful! Here are the photos: http://www.flickr.com/photos/**32311885@N07/sets/**72157634780609741/http://www.flickr.com/photos/32311885@N07/sets/72157634780609741/ With abandon, Patrick *www.MindYourHeadCoop.org* *www.OurHolyConception.org* -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bun...@googlegroups.com javascript:. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owne...@googlegroups.comjavascript: . Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Rumor is... Manny can break dance.
You guys are inspiring. I can't wait for my kids (3 yo, 1 yo) to get a little older for these types of trips. We're in the car camping phase, which is great fun, but it'd be nice to explore a bit more. Keep the pics (and adventures) coming! Shoji On Thursday, July 25, 2013 12:44:31 AM UTC-4, hsmitham wrote: Andy, What Aaron said, great images which inspire. You're really exploring the region. Best, ~Hugh On Wednesday, July 24, 2013 6:34:49 PM UTC-7, Andy Smitty Schmidt wrote: No pics to back up that claim, and I'm not even sure if it's true, but it seemed like a good title. My kids have been on fire about bike camping since we returned from a 6-day family bike tour a couple weeks ago. List member Tommy put out the feelers for a mid-week overnighter to the Columbia River Gorge. I was available as long as I could bring my kids (age 5 and 6). Tommy offered to tow one of them on a tag along bike. I'd only ever been out the gorge via a car on the interstate. Our pedaling route would be on the Historic Columbia River Highway. Low traffic mid-week made for nice riding once we got beyond the suburbs. We stopped at all the waterfalls and roadside rests to make the most of our time getting out to the campground. We slept out cowboy/cowgirl style. The kids saw their first satellite not too long before I fell asleep. Apparently my daughter was up quite late talking about the sky with Tommy. Didn't stop quite as much on the return trip. One of our few stops was to talk to a father/son duo who were on a PNW bike tour. The dad was on a Box Dog Pelican and the son was 10 years old and carrying is own load. It sounded like they were having a blast. They had gone south along the coast and were going to head north through the mtns. Twenty-Nine hours and 70 miles... overall duration/distance. Pics prove that just 'cause a kid has pedals, doesn't mean they're going to add to forward momentum. http://www.flickr.com/photos/15966859@N07/sets/72157634786759618/I imagine Tommy will post some pics as well. --Smitty -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Need Cycling Safety Statistic for newspaper article
Many reading this have no doubt googled for resources (http://www.bicyclinginfo.org/ ; http://www.nhtsa.gov/Bicycles ; IIHS). I don't think you'll find precisely what you're after, because all crashes are not reported and cataloged, and I don't think crash reports comprehensively include how long someone has been cycling as a usual question. Many bicycle falls are not reported, because they don't result in injury serious enough to report or be logged.This is one of the challenges with helmet safety statistics, riding/collision statistics, etc. One of the resources (can't remember which one) looked at the changing demographics of bicycle collisions. (I'll have to revisit that one, but it seems like information from older sources may not reliably be applied to the present given the shifts in collision demographics.) On Thursday, July 25, 2013 3:01:35 PM UTC-4, George Schick wrote: If I were looking for information like this the first place I'd be inclined to start would be with John Forester. You can begin at http://www.johnforester.com/Articles/Facilities/Pucher%20Revs.htm and then look at his bibliography. There should be references to the stats you're looking for someplace there. On Tuesday, July 23, 2013 10:34:24 PM UTC-5, bo richardson wrote: I wrote an article for the Bellingham Herald about who pays for roads and that Chuckanut Drive was built for bicycles and wagons and not for cars. In the article I cited an old statistic that ninety percent of all cycling crashes happen in the first two years of cycling. I have been quoting the statistic for years and cant remember where I picked it up. I got called on it and the closest I could come to backing it up was that novices crash at a rate of five times that of experienced cyclists in spite of novices almost never riding in bad weather or at night or other dangerous times. Can anyone help me out or correct me on this point of fact? Thanks Bo Richardson -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Rumor is... Manny can break dance.
Thanks Andy Patrick... I'm feeling the pressure to take the kids bike camping! Maybe I'll start small and take just the 3 yo out with me. On Thursday, July 25, 2013 2:58:32 PM UTC-4, Deacon Patrick wrote: Shoji, We bikepack with our family of six, including a 7-month old and 3-year old. Depending on the terrain, my wife hikes in with a pack and our 7-mo. old (4 or fewer miles) and I ride with the rest. But it gets us all out together, away from anyone else and works great. Here's a picture of the bike setup on a day ride: http://www.flickr.com/photos/32311885@N07/8953217299/in/set-72157633937237638 In fact, the plan is to escape the next town event with a 2-3 night family bikepacking trip. With abandon, Patrick On Thursday, July 25, 2013 8:27:32 AM UTC-6, Shoji Takahashi wrote: You guys are inspiring. I can't wait for my kids (3 yo, 1 yo) to get a little older for these types of trips. We're in the car camping phase, which is great fun, but it'd be nice to explore a bit more. Keep the pics (and adventures) coming! Shoji On Thursday, July 25, 2013 12:44:31 AM UTC-4, hsmitham wrote: Andy, What Aaron said, great images which inspire. You're really exploring the region. Best, ~Hugh On Wednesday, July 24, 2013 6:34:49 PM UTC-7, Andy Smitty Schmidt wrote: No pics to back up that claim, and I'm not even sure if it's true, but it seemed like a good title. My kids have been on fire about bike camping since we returned from a 6-day family bike tour a couple weeks ago. List member Tommy put out the feelers for a mid-week overnighter to the Columbia River Gorge. I was available as long as I could bring my kids (age 5 and 6). Tommy offered to tow one of them on a tag along bike. I'd only ever been out the gorge via a car on the interstate. Our pedaling route would be on the Historic Columbia River Highway. Low traffic mid-week made for nice riding once we got beyond the suburbs. We stopped at all the waterfalls and roadside rests to make the most of our time getting out to the campground. We slept out cowboy/cowgirl style. The kids saw their first satellite not too long before I fell asleep. Apparently my daughter was up quite late talking about the sky with Tommy. Didn't stop quite as much on the return trip. One of our few stops was to talk to a father/son duo who were on a PNW bike tour. The dad was on a Box Dog Pelican and the son was 10 years old and carrying is own load. It sounded like they were having a blast. They had gone south along the coast and were going to head north through the mtns. Twenty-Nine hours and 70 miles... overall duration/distance. Pics prove that just 'cause a kid has pedals, doesn't mean they're going to add to forward momentum. http://www.flickr.com/photos/15966859@N07/sets/72157634786759618/I imagine Tommy will post some pics as well. --Smitty -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: Custom Paint: Army Green or Tuxedo Black?
Another vote for the green! Will your li'l appaloosa have the diatube and tentacular stays? On Monday, July 29, 2013 9:26:32 PM UTC-4, meehan...@gmail.com wrote: I've got a Surly Ogre in Shrek (i.e. Army) Green and a Long Haul Trucker in black. Both colors are great. I like the green of the Ogre better, for what it's worth. But that's not to say you would. Shaun Meehan On Mon, Jul 29, 2013 at 8:19 PM, Evan Spacht evan@gmail.comjavascript: wrote: my vote: army green black headtube / black lug filler On Monday, July 29, 2013 1:54:55 PM UTC-7, Liesl wrote: Hi Friends, I anticipate getting closer to the delivery of Appaloosa custom and was all set on a good WWII type Khaki green, and THEN just as Grant predicted I've been wavering. I am now considering a black frame --either way with of course a cream headtube. So I'm throwing out some chum to see what all y'all think: black or army green? Please feel free to post links to your beautiful black or army green bike. RCW -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bun...@googlegroups.com javascript:. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owne...@googlegroups.comjavascript: . Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: On Loss and Love
Thanks, Liesl. I echo your thoughts and feelings. Great group of people... thx to all. On Monday, July 29, 2013 6:24:59 PM UTC-4, William wrote: Liesl put a bead in my hand, after explaining the emotional energy she had put into choosing them and carrying them to California for the specific purpose of distributing them to us. I promised to use it as a zipper pull for my Saddlesack. I'm proud I have it every time look at it. On Monday, July 29, 2013 1:42:43 PM UTC-7, Liesl wrote: I am terribly past due, but I still need to write this. Several weeks ago, Erin came into the living room and asked me some mundane question. I didn’t respond; when she looked at me, she saw tears streaming down my face as I stared at my laptop. With urgency and tenderness, she asked what was wrong. Crying quietly, I stammered out as best as I could, “It’s ... one of my Riv Pals…he died.” I couldn’t get out much more in the moment about Seth, but I read all of the posts. Others have been eloquent, and I will simply offer my heart and deep sympathy to Seth’s family and friends on or off this list. Here is what I want to say, though, to all of us here–lurkers and posters alike: My tears let me know that, dang it all, I have come to love our curious little Riv family. How the heck does that happen with a silly old listserv? So thanks for being a part of my life, each and every one of you. Dang it. With great affection, Riv Chica Warrior -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Child seat
I have and use a Yepp Mini Front seat. My 3-yo son is just about at the weight limit, and my 1-yo daughter is now getting her turn at the h-bars. I ride the Yepp Mini on a 52cm Surly Cross Check with albatross bars (there's a special adapter for threadless stems) and Medium Breezer Uptown 8 (step through). I have room on my bikes for the Yepp-- the child seat is pretty much in my lap. I do have to splay my knees at the top of my pedal stroke in order to clear the bottom of the seat. I can be a little challenging at low speeds to steer (when one relies more on turning the bars than leaning the bike). I don't think the Yepp Mini would work well with drop bars (even with cross levers), and even flat bars would be difficult for me. I would recommend the front seat for fairly flat areas. It's a great way to socialize with a child while riding and pointing out the scenery. It also allows you to see what your child is doing (e.g., sleeping, pulling on his/her helmet b/c it's bothering them, etc.). I've also used it for dropping my son at daycare. I also have a Burley D'Lite trailer. It's convenient and spacious. For carrying two, it's my only way unless I get a cargo bike (but I'd rather get an AHH!). It's fine, but communicating with the children in the trailer is not easy. Although it doesn't affect the balance of the bike, there is a definite impact on handling. First is the weight (tough on brakes and climbing), and the second is shifting weight and momentum swings when mashing gears. I would like to try a back seat to get the child's line-of-sight higher. I think their view point from the trailer can be rather limiting (e.g., seeing the guard rails instead of what's just above/beyond the guard rail). --shoji On Tuesday, July 30, 2013 12:47:58 PM UTC-4, Peter Pesce wrote: I use a Yepp Mini front seat on my 60 Sam with Alba bars. I was surprised how little room - as in none - I have between the nose of the saddle and the back of the seat. I'm not slim, mind you, but I'm not that fat and I cannot fit between the saddle and seat to straddle the top tube. I had to drop my saddle way down so I can support the bike when we stop. Even given that challenge, I like the front seat for interaction, and it works fine for our short rides around the neighborhood. If you are thinking of more intensive trips it might be a good idea to teat a front seat first to see if you have fit issues. -Pete in CT On Tuesday, July 30, 2013 4:08:55 AM UTC-4, Michael Hechmer wrote: Somewhat OT, but a post to the Lifestyles list got only one response. My grandson is now old enough to ride behind his mom, and really loves it, so I am thinking about getting a seat and putting it on my Trek 620. Any advice about models and use would be much appreciated. Michael -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Custom Paint: Army Green or Tuxedo Black?
Could you get a swatch of that material to Joe Bell? Maybe he could come up with an color-matched swatch that has the special glitter or pearl or fairy dust to replicate the richness? (if that's what you're after) Don't forget the color of your components, tires (brown bens?), and anodized accents! On Tuesday, July 30, 2013 1:03:56 PM UTC-4, Liesl wrote: As folks who went on the RCWS24o will attest, I have a great fondness for vintage BSA uniforms, equipment, etc, especially from the 1930's and '40's (long OT story that I'll spare you). For the camping trip, I had a quite dapper 1940's era wool BSA shirt--metal buttons and everything. They don't make 'em like that anymore! I spent some time in the parking lot outside of RivWorldHQ trying to match the color paint swatches with my shirt. The catalog categorized this color range as yellow-greens. I would add that they have a smitch of red so that the color goes in a subtle brown-tan direction. Is this Khaki? OD? Olive? Who knows! But the WWII era color is quite a bit richer/more complex than what I see in the current OD to Khaki directions. It's a bit like the Derby Green tweed of the Riv sweaters under a magnifier—lots of different colors in the details. On Tuesday, July 30, 2013 10:28:51 AM UTC-5, Leslie wrote: Alternate aside: am I weird for only using khaki to describe tan or beige, and if it goes green, I call it olive or olive drab, but not khaki? Maybe it's the former Marine in me, but OD and khaki get paired a lot. On Tuesday, July 30, 2013 10:42:21 AM UTC-4, Liesl wrote: I knew I wouldn't be disappointed by a lack of opinions! A few quick comments: 1) Grants says any color headtube as long as it's cream (or the same color as the rest of the bike) 2) the diminutive frame size, the diagatube and tentacular stays, and my request for a fork that'll take 55mm tires all combined are a design challenge worthy of the designer! last report was it's like fitting four balls into three and a half holes. Keep your fingers crossed on that front. keep your suggestions coming! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Custom Paint: Army Green or Tuxedo Black?
Hi Patrick, It's mounted to the canti studs (on which V-brakes are mounted). I'm guessing it's the Nitto M-12 front rack. shoji On Tuesday, July 30, 2013 2:21:29 PM UTC-4, Deacon Patrick wrote: Clayton, how are the bottom stays of your front rack mounted? With abandon, Patrick On Tuesday, July 30, 2013 12:11:54 PM UTC-6, clayton wrote: Army Green. I too, was wavering between the two colors, black and green. I picked army green and am very glad. I appreciate the color more and more as time goes on. One thing I like the best about it is when it gets dusty and dirty. It looks better dirty than clean...lol. Black, no. My Rivendell Atlantis: https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-bYncxzNlvRI/UfgBndF6hFI/ACM/XLUx1htm1hU/s1600/IMG_0221.JPG Trust me.GREEN! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: AHH 2.0 w/ Modern Looking Nitto Rack
beautiful build. I'm surprised at how different the AHH looks with the R-26 vs Big Rear Rack. How do you like the Hold Fast Straps? I'm thinking of getting them for my winter fixie commuter (instead of traditional toe clips and straps, which have totally rusted out now). --shoji On Sunday, August 4, 2013 9:50:50 PM UTC-4, Brian Campbell wrote: I made some changes to my AHH. I finally caved in to function over form and swapped the Paul Racer brakes for long reach Tektros. I will be using this for commuting a couple of days a week, now that I have changed jobs. I added the Nitto R-26 rear rack, SON 28 wide body hub in Open Pro, (Peter White built) and put a Supernova tail light in the Busch Mueller tail light housing. I was unaware, previously, that the Supernova headlight and taillight were a matched pair and had to be used toghther. Ran the wiring along the front rack w/ Supernova quick disconnects. The rack works fine with my size 11.5 feet and my Arkel Utility Basket rear bags. I do wish I could mount it lower without havint to cut it but the mounting tang gets hung up on the rear quick release. I mat still make the cut in the future, we'll see. Hope this link works. http://s91.photobucket.com/user/bylar13/media/AHH/090_zps90e4fca5.jpg.html?sort=2o=0 -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Kinda OT but Kinda ON-T: Riv'd Ritchey Road Bike
+1-- great color. That'd look nice with a cream head tube, too... (make note to self). The seat-tube cluster is terrific. I'm glad they could fix it. On Sunday, August 4, 2013 11:50:20 PM UTC-4, Tony DeFilippo wrote: Gorgeous bike. Love the color in particular and the complementary bartape. Also good to hear further good reports on Bilenky. I heard back from them very promptly with a frame repair question I had. Happy riding! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Friction Brifter?
Another possibility: Kelly Take Offs. IIRC, these were featured many moons ago in a RR. http://kellybike.com/2nd_xtra_takeoff.html On Monday, August 5, 2013 6:13:41 AM UTC-4, Johnny Alien wrote: Those are a good suggestion. Cheaper would maybe be mount them to the stem. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: DIY Pedal Spike Installation - Grip Kings
I've got a baggy of spikes in my tool bag... gotta find the time before the really cold new england weather rolls in. I'll try the lazy [riv] way first, but maybe I'll take a short ride to the local hardware store (LHS?) before too long. Also, nice pics. The bunny ears post is fun! On Wednesday, September 11, 2013 1:22:20 AM UTC-4, Andy Smitty Schmidt wrote: Feeling a bit arty and quasi helpful... and a package of recently ordered pedal spikes were sitting on the work bench waiting to be installed into some Grip Kings. It was a perfect storm of sorts. The camera came out and the drill press was plugged in. Not that installing pedal spikes is rocket science. Regardless, it was a fun little project to document the process. Pedal Spike Tutorial http://smittyagogo.wordpress.com/2013/09/10/diy-pedal-spike-install/ Thanks to list member Tommy for taking the pictures. --Smitty -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: A Librarian and her Betty Foy
I'm so happy for you, Cecily! I hope they can fix some of the factual errors-- but I think it's tough for non-bikers to see the actual price without cringing. (For me, not too long ago ~$1,200 seemed like a lot for a complete bike. But that Crosscheck was a gateway to bicycles, and I'm thankful and fortunate that I jumped into the Riv pool. Love my Hunqapillar and I'd love to try others.) Also-- ask the photographer to get some pics of the LUGS (with the heart cut outs)! I love the story of how Grant P. hand sketched a heart onto the lug design (lower head-tube lug, I think), asked the lug-casting company (maybe Long Shen?) to do that, and it came out just as sketched. Not a symmetrical heart like you'd see by computer, but a nicely asymmetric and organic heart. There's a blug post or RR about it... I'll see if I can find it, but others on this group have a better memory. Happy riding, Shoji On Wednesday, September 11, 2013 3:24:22 PM UTC-4, Cecily Walker wrote: A friend wrote a profile of me and my Betty Foy for a local newspaper: http://www.vancourier.com/sports/cycling-the-dream-of-custom-wheels-come-true-1.620588 A lot of the factual details around price are wrong, but I've asked her to correct a few of those. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
