[RBW] Re: Can you fit 130 mm modern group specs with old 126 mm spacing?

some bike shops sell bikes, others live them On Thursday, February 21, 2013 8:35:14 PM UTC-6, William wrote: Jim Thill knows, this ain't rocket surgery On Thursday, February 21, 2013 6:34:05 PM UTC-8, Jim Thill - Hiawatha Cyclery wrote: I don't use tools. I clamp the frame in the stand,

[RBW] Re: Budget Riv? Still on the horizon?

Any o' em. I'm sort of looking to replace my lht- I've been eyeing the san Marcos too so who knows. Every single Riv is so versatile and I don't tour just commute and ramble so they could all work. Glad to hear its on the horizon though. -- You received this message because you are subscribed

Re: [RBW] Can you fit 130 mm modern group specs with old 126 mm spacing?

On Thu, 2013-02-21 at 14:25 -0800, Mark R. wrote: I had no issue with indexing and Campy above the bb cable guides. Not sure why that would be an issue anyway. Well, the issue (the only one I know about, the Campy above bb cable guides was a question, as they do it differently now) with the

[RBW] Re: OT Bunyan Velo

Great article Jim! Good stuff. On Wednesday, February 20, 2013 6:41:36 PM UTC-5, Hiawatha Cyclery wrote: Bunyan Velo is a new online publication by a local guy that is focused on bicycle travel and adventure. I wrote an article and provided a bunch of photos for the first issue, which was

[RBW] Re: OT Bunyan Velo

I'm definitely looking forward to picking up a copy. The images are fantastic. --mike -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to

[RBW] Re: Budget Riv? Still on the horizon?

I guess I meant, for example: what if the budget Riv was a singlespeed? or a mixte? or did not have lugs? I don't know anything about where they are willing to make concessions for savings or what their design targets are. If you know your size, I'd stay ready with some cash handy and be

[RBW] Re: Any Riv tandem riders--tire width?

Owen -- We've been very happy with two discs for the riding we do in the east, which are mostly steep relatively short downhills. In the west I could see using a drum on long multi-mile descents, especially when loaded. In Colorado I had to scrub speed periodically which works fine, but with

[RBW] Re: RBW Rides Calendar

I'm in! Just so long as it's on a sundayI work saturdays. On Thursday, February 21, 2013 7:14:44 PM UTC-8, Philip Williamson wrote: Hmmm... North Bay Entmoot? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this

[RBW] Campy Only!: Lee Mitchell Needs Our Support

Even if you aren't a California cyclist, you may have heard of Lee Mitchell, a true legend in ultra cycling here in CA. For as long as this rider can remember, Lee and his sag-support BikeVan have been providing support to riders on centuries, double centuries, and other rides. He has driven

[RBW] ride suggestions for Bay Area visit next weekend?

My wife and I are visiting SF next weekend and hoping to do a ride northwards. Current plan is to catch a ferry to Sausalito and pick up some rental bikes (yikes) and head north. I did a Riv ride a couple years ago that headed up to a bakery near the Pt. Reyes turnoff, I think. That was a nice

Re: [RBW] ride suggestions for Bay Area visit next weekend?

You can find a well-used route from Sausalito to Pt Reyes here: http://www.sfrandonneurs.org/route-archive.htm Look for the Pt Reyes Station 115K Populaire You're heading for the Bovine Bakery in Pt Reyes Station--delicious pastries! --Eric campyonly...@me.com www.campyonly.com

Re: [RBW] ride suggestions for Bay Area visit next weekend?

That's the one! Should've thought of the Randonneurs site. Thanks... On Friday, February 22, 2013 9:56:19 AM UTC-7, Eric Norris wrote: You can find a well-used route from Sausalito to Pt Reyes here: http://www.sfrandonneurs.org/route-archive.htm Look for the Pt Reyes Station 115K

Re: [RBW] Re: FS Sackville, Grip Kings some non-Riv items

Just a final note on this. everything that I needed to sell has sold, I found local homes for most of it, but thanks to everyone on the list that bought/traded. Joe Bunik, if you still want the crank from my 850, let me know (If I can get the freewheel off, I'll have the original black XT hubs

[RBW] Re: FS: Nitto Mini Front Rack - $100

Sold On Thursday, February 21, 2013 10:02:30 AM UTC-5, Jon Doyle wrote: For sale: Nitto Mini front rack (aka Campee 32F) was briefly used and in great condition. Fits on Rivendell and Rawland rSogn bikes with hourglass braze-ons (see photo), but comes with p-clamps for any road fork. See

Re: [RBW] update RCWS24O

We're all bringing food and food to share, right? Also, are we going to be at a place with water, or do we have to carry all the water we want for cooking and for Sunday morning's climb? On Tue, Feb 19, 2013 at 10:11 PM, grant grant...@gmail.com wrote: After a month or so of fair weather we had

[RBW] Re: April 7 SoCal Rive Ride in Ventura

Sounds great! I should be able to make it. Bryan On Wednesday, February 20, 2013 9:12:01 AM UTC-8, rperks wrote: Save the Date, if you still can, and have the time to make it to our little part of the SoCal playground. April 7 is gelling as the date for this year's Sulphur Mtn loop out

Re: [RBW] update RCWS24O

Having trouble tracking down the original post, but hopeful that I can join. Good question Anne, I'd assume we're all bringing food - but would love some guidance on the water! Dave On Friday, February 22, 2013 9:12:16 AM UTC-8, Anne Paulson wrote: We're all bringing food and food to share,

[RBW] FS: 61cm AHH F/F/HS/BB

Hey Group, Up for sale is a used 61cm AHH F/F/HS/BB. Its Toyo built, if that means anything. Repainted Butterscotch. Its 'creamier' in life than in the photos. definitely used, never abused. It has some paint chips here an there that i covered with nail polish. Some chainsuck chips

[RBW] Re: new photos of Sam sporting center pull brakes

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

[RBW] Re: new photos of Sam sporting center pull brakes

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

Re: [RBW] Re: Budget Riv? Still on the horizon?

Unless Grant has done a very complete *volte face, *they won't save by giving up lugs. On Fri, Feb 22, 2013 at 9:27 AM, William tapebu...@gmail.com wrote: I guess I meant, for example: what if the budget Riv was a singlespeed? or a mixte? or did not have lugs? I don't know anything about

[RBW] Re: FS: 60cm Bombadil - Frame Sold - Parts Available

I'm happy to say the frame has been sold, and hope that doesn't make anyone who was waiting for another price drop too bummed. It's going to a good home. So now I have a number of related parts I'm willing to offer. You can refer to the pics in the first post to see them, but let me know if you

[RBW] Re: new photos of Sam sporting center pull brakes

the bike with drop bars has side pulls. The bike with albys and a dyno hub has center pull On Friday, February 22, 2013 12:47:57 PM UTC-6, 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?

[RBW] Re: new photos of Sam sporting center pull brakes

Ron Mc's link shows a bike with Dia-Compe centerpulls. I linked to photos of a bike with sidepulls to compare brake pad position front and rear. Those are the only links I saw. On Friday, February 22, 2013 12:47:57 PM UTC-6, Ryan Ray wrote: People in this thread keep talking about center

[RBW] FS in Berkeley, CA: 56cm Sam Hillborne, Orange, Single TT, Canti, Waterford-Built

It is with some reluctance that I am selling my former everyday (and I mean every day) ride. It is nearly irreplaceable now, since all new 56cm Hillbornes have double top tubes and no canti posts. I have since bought a heavier touring bike and a lighter randoneurring bike, so the Hillborne no

[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

Re: [RBW] Re: Budget Riv? Still on the horizon?

We have a nice 54 cm Singular Osprey here. It's Rambouillet-esque, lugged, 1 threaded fork, offset paint scheme, and internal rear brake cable housing routing, plus some other cute little touches. MSRP is around $700 for frame/fork. If there were corners cut, it's not clear where. The problem

Re: [RBW] Re: FS Sackville, Grip Kings some non-Riv items

Hi Eric, Can you shoot me a few pics of the 850? My email is h...@smitham.com. What size is the 850? Thanks, Hugh On Friday, February 22, 2013 9:09:23 AM UTC-8, EGNolan wrote: Just a final note on this. everything that I needed to sell has sold, I found local homes for most of it, but

[RBW] Re: new photos of Sam sporting center pull brakes

I had to zoom in to see them. I see it. http://a248.e.akamai.net/origin-cdn.volusion.com/ctxtv.wmppt/v/vspfiles/photos/staff17-3.jpg?1360600770 - Ryan On Friday, February 22, 2013 11:04:21 AM UTC-8, Shoji Takahashi wrote: I think the OP was on the Staff Bike blue SH:

[RBW] Re: new photos of Sam sporting center pull brakes

I had DC 750 centerpulls on my side-pull Sam for a while. (Pics are around here somewhere. Will post) They worked really well, looked nice (i'm a sucker for symmetry) and cleared a 45mm fender and 35mm Pasela with ease. The rear cable hanger must be improvised, obviously, so I used one of the

[RBW] Re: new photos of Sam sporting center pull brakes

Same stopping power? I wonder if they would increase the clearance of a Ram. - Ryan -- 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] Looks like Rivendell now has the extrastout Fatty Rumpkins in stock

Force Field Fatty Rumpkins. Like it! Wire bead. I might have to get a pair of these when I wear out my New Express'. Maybe I'll show up to Riv a little early tomorrow and put them on, on the spot! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners

[RBW] FS: Bunch of vintage Shimano components

I'd be happy to email photos of any of the following. I'm willing to combine shipping to save you a few $$$. Please reply offlist. XT RD-M737 rear derailleur long cage, mostly silver but main derailleur body is black, used but good condition, $35 shipped XT FD-M737 front derailleur, 28.6 clamp,

[RBW] New look on Quickbeam - Gripsters and TrunkSacks

It's been raining hard today here in Honolulu with flash flood warnings and everything. Of course I was out in it on my Hunqapillar getting soaked as met up with a friend for breakfast. Coming home wet as a drowned rat I was pleased to see a shipment from RBW. I completely forgot about the

[RBW] Re: FS: Bunch of vintage Shimano components

Hi Jim, Would you mind sending me a picture of the XT RD-M737 rear der.? I am also interested in seeing a picture of the gold LX 170 crankset and well as the gold LX rear der. Thanks, Chris On Friday, February 22, 2013 2:01:29 PM UTC-8, Jim Thill - Hiawatha Cyclery wrote: I'd be happy

[RBW] Re: FS: Bunch of vintage Shimano components

Sorry that first post should have been off list. Not sure what happened. Hi Jim, Would you mind sending me a picture of the XT RD-M737 rear der.? I am also interested in seeing a picture of the gold LX 170 crankset and well as the gold LX rear der. Thanks, Chris On Friday, February 22,

[RBW] Re: Looks like Rivendell now has the extrastout Fatty Rumpkins in stock

Hey just got a set today! They look awesome. Planning on using them for mixed terrain rides. Riv said they only had 10 sets for now. Regards, Hugh Sunland, Ca On Friday, February 22, 2013 1:32:02 PM UTC-8, William wrote: Force Field Fatty Rumpkins. Like it! Wire bead. I might have to get

Re: [RBW] New look on Quickbeam - Gripsters and TrunkSacks

One more for the Quickbeam, since the universal Cosmic principle is: if you are choosing between a fixed gear (or ss) and something else, the fixed gear (or ss) is better. On Fri, Feb 22, 2013 at 3:05 PM, Robert F. Harrison rfharri...@gmail.comwrote: BTW - for those who might have wondered how

[RBW] Re: FS: Bunch of vintage Shimano components

Chris, hopefully you received the pics I sent. On Friday, February 22, 2013 4:15:00 PM UTC-6, Chris wrote: Sorry that first post should have been off list. Not sure what happened. Hi Jim, Would you mind sending me a picture of the XT RD-M737 rear der.? I am also interested in seeing a

[RBW] Re: Dyno Headlights at Riv

I am getting the Luxos U from PJW. Absolutely dying in anticipation of all that LIGHT! On Wednesday, February 20, 2013 10:25:30 AM UTC-8, Christopher Miller Rosales wrote: I remember a post some time ago on the forum where it was commented that none of the staff bikes had dyno-powered

[RBW] Re: Looks like Rivendell now has the extrastout Fatty Rumpkins in stock

I have a used set of Rumpkins (without the extra armor) that my wife didn't want any more. She did not wear them out. Anyone interested in a 650b set for $25 shipped? On Friday, February 22, 2013 1:32:02 PM UTC-8, William wrote: Force Field Fatty Rumpkins. Like it! Wire bead. I might have

[RBW] Today's Riv-Powered Ride

Took my Riv Road out for a ride today: http://www.flickr.com/photos/campyonlyguy/sets/72157632830200849/show/ Apologies to everyone in the Midwest who's suffering through the blizzards, but today's weather here was perfect. --Eric campyonly...@me.com www.campyonly.com www.wheelsnorth.org Blog:

[RBW] Re: LOST Robert! Smallest Wood Sasquatch !

Manny: In think the forces of nature are at work here, and Robert has returned to live in the mountains. dougP On Thursday, February 21, 2013 10:16:57 PM UTC-8, Manuel Acosta wrote: For those that don't know on my last summer tour back from Seattle, I picked up my token todem wood carved

[RBW] Re: ride suggestions for Bay Area visit next weekend?

My usual ride from the City is Mill Valley -- Corte Madera -- Kentfield -- Farifax -- Bolinas Road to Alpine Dam and then to Ridgecrest, turn left toward the Tam summit, eventually dropping back down into Mill Valley. Ridgecrest is a solid climb after the climbs to Alpine Dam and to the

[RBW] Re: Today's Riv-Powered Ride

Eric: Thanks for the photos. Looks like spring has sprung. The Jimtown Store is not to be missed if one is cycling in the area. dougP On Friday, February 22, 2013 5:00:08 PM UTC-8, Eric Norris wrote: Took my Riv Road out for a ride today:

[RBW] Re: ride suggestions for Bay Area visit next weekend?

One more thought, depending on your time and ambition and preferences -- maybe get yourself to Fairfax, start your ride there, and play in the country roads around Nicasio, Valley Ford, back through Pt Reyes. High quality roads, and you've cut out the urban. pb On Friday, February 22,

[RBW] Re: ride suggestions for Bay Area visit next weekend?

Borrow bikes from Riv and ride the Shell Ridge trails. -- 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

[RBW] Re: Looks like Rivendell now has the extrastout Fatty Rumpkins in stock

Used Rumpkins are spoken for. On Friday, February 22, 2013 1:32:02 PM UTC-8, William wrote: Force Field Fatty Rumpkins. Like it! Wire bead. I might have to get a pair of these when I wear out my New Express'. Maybe I'll show up to Riv a little early tomorrow and put them on, on the

[RBW] Re: Chilly Hilly 2013

I am at this point 90% in. I'm not signed up yet because of that 10% not in. If I go I'll sign up at the start. Are you registered already? Are you doing the Chilly Hilly or the FHR? - Brian On Wednesday, February 20, 2013 6:27:52 PM UTC-8, Andy Williams wrote: Any other riders signed up for

[RBW] Re: Chilly Hilly 2013

I can't go after all so if one of y'all wants mine you can have it if you pick it up tomorrow in Seattle. Ryan On Friday, February 22, 2013 6:40:36 PM UTC-8, Benedikt wrote: I am at this point 90% in. I'm not signed up yet because of that 10% not in. If I go I'll sign up at the start. Are

Re: [RBW] Re: Budget Riv? Still on the horizon?

That singular is pretty nice. Especially the one with the chromey chainstay. For those that can fit on a level TT bike thats a nice one. For a roadbike with fender clearance and a slight upslope TT there's the black mountain cycles offering. Black mountain also has a monster cross that

[RBW] Re: Budget Riv? Still on the horizon?

how about something like a Sam that fits 50mm tires with Canti brakes? Seems like that would get a lot of interest. Kind of a low cost Hunqapillar. We all want to run the big tires like the new Big Bens and others. ~mike Carlsbad Ca. On Wednesday, February 20, 2013 8:58:02 AM UTC-8,

[RBW] FS: Blue 60 cm Ramboullet in So Cal

Not mine (just noticed on LA CL): http://losangeles.craigslist.org/sfv/bik/3626995902.html Nicely spec'd nicely priced. dougP -- 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

Re: [RBW] Re: Budget Riv? Still on the horizon?

I know my bro-in-law would buy such a bike if the available size was as large as 64 cm with 6 degree top tube. He couldn't do the $3000 that the Bombadil got to, and the 64 cm Sam didn't have the dirt tire capability he was after.-Original Message- From: Mike Schiller

Re: [RBW] Re: Budget Riv? Still on the horizon?

With a powder coat, no head badge and using existing lug designs I bet you could sell a Taiwan frame at around the 600-700 dollar price range. With a budget build you could have a whole bike brand new for under 1,500, although I know the talk was about coming in around 1k. On Feb 22, 2013 11:28

Re: [RBW] Re: Budget Riv? Still on the horizon?

A full bike that is Atlantis-like in capability and lugged selling for around $1500 would be the absolute best deal for sale in bikes. It would be like the LHT but better.-Original Message- From: Peter Morgano Sent: Feb 22, 2013 9:28 PM To:

Re: [RBW] FS: Blue 60 cm Ramboullet in So Cal

N + 1(evil laugh...)-Original Message- From: cyclotourist Sent: Feb 22, 2013 10:00 PM To: RBW Owners Bunch Subject: Re: [RBW] FS: Blue 60 cm Ramboullet in So Cal Wow.On Fri, Feb 22, 2013 at 8:55 PM, dougP dougpn...@cox.net

Re: [RBW] Re: Budget Riv? Still on the horizon?

On Friday, February 22, 2013 9:28:31 PM UTC-8, Peter M wrote: With a powder coat, no head badge and using existing lug designs I bet you could sell a Taiwan frame at around the 600-700 dollar price range. What you're talking about is something like the Soma Stanyan Road Sport frameset:

Re: [RBW] Re: Budget Riv? Still on the horizon?

A LHT stock complete is now approaching $1400 based on a $470 msrp frame. I'm not sure how you start with a $700-1000 frame and ala carte parts and keep it south of $2000 complete. The way to lower prices is to buy in bulk, not make the lugs plainer. -- You received this message because you

Re: [RBW] FS: Blue 60 cm Ramboullet in So Cal

Look away from the Ramboo. Look away -- 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,