[RBW] Re: Rohloff IGH Questions

2015-10-28 Thread 'doc' via RBW Owners Bunch
What kind of gear/inch range do you typically get with the Rohloff? On Tuesday, October 27, 2015 at 5:26:33 PM UTC-4, Steve Cole wrote: > > I'm looking for a rider who is experienced with the Rohloff hub to respond > to some questions I have. I recently converted a Simpleone to a Rohloff > and

Re: [RBW] Rivet Saddles

2015-10-28 Thread Ron Mc
My experience with SA v. Rivet is all about stretch. SA Never stopped stretching on me - every ride - and every ride required turns of the stretch bolt. this much after the first 8 miles (luckily, the

[RBW] Re: Rohloff IGH Questions

2015-10-28 Thread Matthew J
> So thanks to the moderators for putting my first reply in so late it makes me look like moron. :-P Forum has a single moderator with a busy life who does this as a labor of love. We are very lucky to have him and this forum. On topic - I was a very early Rohloff adopter - deciding on

Re: [RBW] Bleriot with Middle Ear Problem?

2015-10-28 Thread clyde canter
Wheel flop? If there is such a thing. Sounds like the way I've heard it described. On Tue, Oct 27, 2015 at 3:26 PM, Kevin Lindsey wrote: > My Bleriot has begun acting strangely in that I can feel it "wandering" > underneath me, as if the front wheel were loose and

Re: [RBW] Bleriot with Middle Ear Problem?

2015-10-28 Thread Steve Palincsar
But all Bleriots have wheel flop, and it doesn't change and become more or less pronounced. This sounds to me like a headset problem. On 10/28/2015 10:57 AM, clyde canter wrote: Wheel flop? If there is such a thing. Sounds like the way I've heard it described. On Tue, Oct 27, 2015 at 3:26

[RBW] Re: Bleriot with Middle Ear Problem?

2015-10-28 Thread Jeremy Till
Things to check: 1. Inspect the fork and frame closely for cracks, maybe by giving them a thorough wipe-down. 2. You didn't mention a front rack, but if there is one, inspect that closely and make sure all its fasteners are tight. 3.. Headset too loose? Put weight on the saddle, lock the

RE: [RBW] Re: Rohloff IGH Questions

2015-10-28 Thread Allingham II, Thomas J
One more comment about my Bombaloff/Rohladil. Because the frame wasn't built with the Rohloff hub in mind, I had to do two things that would be unnecessary on a bike designed for the hub: (i) install a torque arm, to prevent rotation in the dropout; and (ii) use Rohloff's chain tensioner.

[RBW] Re: Bleriot with Middle Ear Problem?

2015-10-28 Thread Leslie
I think Patrick and Jeremy have you covered, but, just trying to cover the bases. The 'squirreliest' thinng I've felt, is a crank-arm coming loose; I doubt it, but, if the headset doesn't solve it, check the pedals, the crank arms and the saddle, too, if it shifted around a bit, it

Re: [RBW] Re: FS/FT tires and thumbies

2015-10-28 Thread Scott Shelton
They measure 22.5mm with my calipers? On Wed, Oct 28, 2015 at 8:31 AM, Scott Shelton wrote: > I'll measure > > On Wed, Oct 28, 2015 at 8:18 AM, Dave Redmon > wrote: > >> Will your Paul Thumbies fit drop bars? >> >> Dave >> >> >> On Tuesday,

RE: [RBW] Re: Rohloff IGH Questions

2015-10-28 Thread Allingham II, Thomas J
>From Sheldon: "The Speedhub 36 500/14 has a gear range of 526%, which means that the highest gear is 5.26 times higher than the lowest gear. Across the entire range of the 14 gears shifts increase or decrease in even increments of 13.6%." I'm running mine with a 44 tooth ring and a 16 tooth

[RBW] Re: Rohloff IGH Questions

2015-10-28 Thread Ginz
Something is wrong. The cables, I agree, are probably way too tight. As for the "non-shifting" issue, try removing the external shift box (Assuming you have the external shift box.) Put the bike in the workstand and try pedaling and shifting with a box end wrench. If the probably persists,

RE: [RBW] Re: Rohloff IGH Questions

2015-10-28 Thread Allingham II, Thomas J
Wow – what a sweet-looking bike. I wondered if Steve Cole was the Steve I remembered from the Boathouse – now I know. I have zero issues shifting my Rohloff, except from 7th to 8th, and even then only when I try to make that shift under load. All other shifts can be made at rest or under

[RBW] Re: Rohloff IGH Questions

2015-10-28 Thread Deacon Patrick
Welcome, Noel! If its any consolation, you did a much better job of it yourself with this comment. Sardonic grin. With abandon, Patrick On Wednesday, October 28, 2015 at 12:14:10 AM UTC-6, CyclesNoel wrote: > > So thanks to the moderators for putting my first reply in so late it makes > me

Re: [BOB] Re: [RBW] Recommended for customer service

2015-10-28 Thread Patrick Moore
The section he sent me is just shy of 7 mm thick. The flat ones on my Dahon, perhaps not Woodys -- their OEM -- are almost as thick, 6.3 versus 6.7 mm. On Tue, Oct 27, 2015 at 1:29 PM, Joe Broach wrote: > Patrick or others, > > How thick are these wood fenders, and does

[RBW] Re: FS/FT tires and thumbies

2015-10-28 Thread Dave Redmon
Will your Paul Thumbies fit drop bars? Dave On Tuesday, October 27, 2015 at 9:08:50 PM UTC-5, Nanga Parbat wrote: > > 2 x Schwalbe Big Ben 50 x 622 Race Guard LiteSkin w /3 presta tubes no > patches $65 shipped > > used with plenty of tread miles left see photos > > 2 x Compass Stampede

[RBW] Re: Big in Hong Kong...

2015-10-28 Thread Paul S
I really like what this guy's style - a good example that you don't need disc brakes and bikepacking bags to hit the dirt roads for weeks at a time. In case you guys didn't know, this is his instagram: https://instagram.com/ultraromance/ He also has a review of the Atlantis up on

[RBW] Re: Clems have shipped!

2015-10-28 Thread 'Mark in Beacon' via RBW Owners Bunch
Grips: I think they weren't, then they were, then they reposted something that

[RBW] Re: Rohloff IGH Questions

2015-10-28 Thread CyclesNoel
So thanks to the moderators for putting my first reply in so late it makes me look like moron. :-P WRT to the OP's question: I agree that the problem is probably that the cables are too tight. Backing off both adjustors half a turn or so will probably make a big difference. Of course, the

Re: [RBW] Re: FS/FT tires and thumbies

2015-10-28 Thread mikel66...@juno.com
road bar thumbies fit on the bulged sleeves of Noodle bars if that helps What's your flood risk? Knowing your flood risk and being prepared can help keep your family safe and reduce potential damages.

Re: [RBW] Re: FS/FT tires and thumbies

2015-10-28 Thread Scott Shelton
Hello Dave, I do not know if they will widen to fit 23.8mm. I have never used the thumbies with any index shifters. Cheers On Wed, Oct 28, 2015 at 8:55 AM, Dave Redmon wrote: > So will 22.5 mm not widen to 23.8mm road bar diameter when it comes to > Pauls Thumbies? And will

[RBW] Re: The Riv Allrounder at Zion

2015-10-28 Thread Deacon Patrick
Stunning! With abandon, Patrick On Wednesday, October 28, 2015 at 10:02:38 AM UTC-6, Addison wrote: > > Hello all, > My wife's family has owned land adjacent to Zion for decades and we made a > quick trip down there. > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google

Re: [RBW] Re: FS/FT tires and thumbies

2015-10-28 Thread mikel66...@juno.com
paul thumbies came is shimano, campy and sram comfigurations too..what kind are yours What's your flood risk? Knowing your flood risk and being prepared can help keep your family safe and reduce potential damages.

[RBW] Re: FS/FT tires and thumbies

2015-10-28 Thread Nanga Parbat
Compass Stampede Pass EL -SOLD Thumbies are the 22.2mm On Tuesday, October 27, 2015 at 7:08:50 PM UTC-7, Nanga Parbat wrote: > > 2 x Schwalbe Big Ben 50 x 622 Race Guard LiteSkin w /3 presta tubes no > patches $65 shipped > > used with plenty of tread miles left see photos > > 2 x Compass

Re: [RBW] Re: FS/FT tires and thumbies

2015-10-28 Thread Dave Redmon
So will 22.5 mm not widen to 23.8mm road bar diameter when it comes to Pauls Thumbies? And will Dura Ace indexed 7900 10 spd downtube shifters work with Paul Thumbies anyway? Dave Redmon On Oct 28, 2015 10:40 AM, "Scott Shelton" wrote: > They measure 22.5mm with my

[RBW] The Riv Allrounder at Zion

2015-10-28 Thread Addison Wilhite
Hello all, My wife's family has owned land adjacent to Zion for decades and we made a quick trip down there. I took the Allrounder for the riding from our farm up to the back entrance to the park and the "guacamole trail." Thought I'd share photos from a couple of posts. Enjoy!

[RBW] Re: Bleriot with Middle Ear Problem?

2015-10-28 Thread 'jinxed' via RBW Owners Bunch
I've been on two bikes that felt exactly like that, one while seated, the other while out of the saddle. The seated one was an old Raleigh that the drive side chainstay had broken at the dropout. So even though it was the back wheel shifting, it showed up in the steering. Much like piloting a

Re: [RBW] The Riv Allrounder at Zion

2015-10-28 Thread Mike Williams
Wow! Thanks for sharing Addison, looks like really great riding! Sent from my iPhone > On Oct 28, 2015, at 9:02 AM, Addison Wilhite wrote: > > Hello all, > My wife's family has owned land adjacent to Zion for decades and we made a > quick trip down there. I took

Re: [RBW] Re: FS/FT tires and thumbies

2015-10-28 Thread Scott Shelton
I'll measure On Wed, Oct 28, 2015 at 8:18 AM, Dave Redmon wrote: > Will your Paul Thumbies fit drop bars? > > Dave > > > On Tuesday, October 27, 2015 at 9:08:50 PM UTC-5, Nanga Parbat wrote: >> >> 2 x Schwalbe Big Ben 50 x 622 Race Guard LiteSkin w /3 presta tubes no >>

Re: [RBW] Re: FS/FT tires and thumbies

2015-10-28 Thread Scott Shelton
These were purchased more than 10 years ago, I have used them with Shimano shifters only. The current model shows a slightly different shifter mount. Sorry I can not be more helpful. Cheers, Scott On Wed, Oct 28, 2015 at 8:42 AM, mikel66...@juno.com wrote: > paul thumbies

FW: [RBW] Re: Rohloff IGH Questions, now S-A X-RF8

2015-10-28 Thread olofstroh
From: Olof Stroh [mailto:o...@stroh.ee] Sent: Wednesday, October 28, 2015 4:11 PM To: 'rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com' Subject: RE: [RBW] Re: Rohloff IGH Questions, now S-A X-RF8 I have no need for 14 gears and 526%, but have looked more than once upon Sturmey-Archers x-rf8 on the

[RBW] Re: Bleriot with Middle Ear Problem?

2015-10-28 Thread Kevin Lindsey
All - Many thanks for the excellent suggestions. I'll put the bike up on the stand this weekend and see if I can determine what's what. All the best, Kevin On Wednesday, October 28, 2015 at 12:22:21 PM UTC-4, jinxed wrote: > > I've been on two bikes that felt exactly like that, one while

[RBW] Re: Bleriot with Middle Ear Problem?

2015-10-28 Thread Kurt Manley
I wouldn't ride it till you get it figured out. I agree it sounds like a possible headset but I too have have similar issues when I have broken a frame (chainstay) and had a fork crack at the crown. Hope it's something easy but risking a frame failing completely isn't worth it. On Wednesday,

[RBW] Re: FS LongLow F/F/HS

2015-10-28 Thread Ryan Fleming
That seems to be a pretty sweet deal to me...someone should be all over this. Frame looks like it's in nice shapeyeah, sure a 17 year-old frame but it's a classic for someone looking for this size. I actually like the plainer lugs On Tuesday, October 27, 2015 at 11:55:59 PM UTC-5, IanA

[RBW] Re: FS/FT tires and thumbies

2015-10-28 Thread Nanga Parbat
Big Bens are SOLD On Tuesday, October 27, 2015 at 7:08:50 PM UTC-7, Nanga Parbat wrote: > > 2 x Schwalbe Big Ben 50 x 622 Race Guard LiteSkin w /3 presta tubes no > patches $65 shipped > > used with plenty of tread miles left see photos > > 2 x Compass Stampede Pass EL 700 x 32 w 3 schwalbe

[RBW] Re: Rivet Saddles

2015-10-28 Thread Deacon Patrick
Of course all this is just a whole of of cheeky opinions that may not crack up to much, so perhaps we should just butt out before they chafe? Grin. With abandon, Patrick On Saturday, October 24, 2015 at 2:20:04 PM UTC-6, Daniel Jackson wrote: > > Anybody have any experience with them? Thoughts?

Re: [RBW] Rivet Saddles

2015-10-28 Thread Kieran J
While I'm (mostly) a lover of SA saddles, I recently did a couple of rides on a Rivet Pearl I had in the parts bin. To my eye (and keister) the Rivet more closely resembles a B17 than the SA Titanico - both in feel and appearance. Overall, I quite liked it (FWIW to you). KJ On Tuesday,

Re: [RBW] Re: Va. Capital Trail open!

2015-10-28 Thread 'Paul Germain' via RBW Owners Bunch
Let me know if you would like company on the trail Tony. I could act as your "official" history guide! Feel free to pass on these, but this was an overnighter last Feb. on a warm(ish) weekend that some of us did on the trail from Charles City Courthouse to the campground, taking in some

Re: [RBW] Rivet Saddles

2015-10-28 Thread Ron Mc
ps - just because my SA didn't last for me to my expectations, doesn't mean you won't be totally satisfied with it. I'm 6'3", 215 lbs. I will say it was the most invisible saddle I've ever ridden. On Wednesday, October 28, 2015 at 8:14:20 AM UTC-5, Ron Mc wrote: > > My experience with SA

[RBW] Re: FS LongLow F/F/HS

2015-10-28 Thread Ryan Ray
The pain job is just amazing. I JUST bought a bike but Ian if you took better photos showing off tat paint job I bet this would be sold already. "35mm Kojaks with SKS have good clearance" + that paint job = very sweet bike. - Ryan On Wednesday, October 28, 2015 at 11:06:05 AM UTC-7,

[RBW] Tail wind, head wind

2015-10-28 Thread JohnS
Yesterday I got out for a really nice ride of about 38 miles. The day had an overcast sky with temps around 50, which made for a pleasant if not cool ride. We're in the middle of fall here in eastern PA with all the trees in various shades of oranges, reds, yellows and browns. My ride started

RE: [RBW] Re: Clems have shipped!

2015-10-28 Thread Edwin W
I am building mine as a first 26 inch size bike as my boys grow into that size. The first one 9 years old) will get it as soon as I get it built up, assuming he can fit! Cockpit: dirt drop stem and swept back bars so that he can reach. Cotton grips. Shifting: simple thumbie for a 1x8 with Altus

Re: [RBW] Re: Rivet Saddles

2015-10-28 Thread Jim Bronson
I feel compelled to contribute to this thread that Deb is a real swell lady to ride with! Always has a smile on her face. We had a late season 600K here in the Austin area last December and she flew out along with some other RUSA characters and we had a real good time. On Sat, Oct 24, 2015 at

[RBW] Re: Clems have shipped!

2015-10-28 Thread Montclair BobbyB
ANYONE have a photo of a 59cm Clementine with fat 700c tires, or a confirmation photo of the (new) orange color. I suppose I could always just wait for mine to arrive but I don't want to :) BB On Thursday, October 22, 2015 at 7:17:26 PM UTC-4, Wayne Naha wrote: > > I just got an

RE: [RBW] Re: Clems have shipped!

2015-10-28 Thread Allingham II, Thomas J
Those Gamoh porters are very heavy -- might be a bit of a struggle for your boys. -Original Message- From: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com [mailto:rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Edwin W Sent: Wednesday, October 28, 2015 3:43 PM To: RBW Owners Bunch Subject: RE: [RBW]

[RBW] FS: Nitto Technomic Deluxe 70mm

2015-10-28 Thread Ed Felker
Excellent condition, 70mm Deluxe stem. I purchased it from a list member who incorrectly sold it to me as an 80mm, so I have't installed or ridden it. Slight marks above the minimum insertion line. Photos here: https://www.flickr.com/photos/8193389@N06/albums/72157660056416390 $50 shipped.

[RBW] Re: Joe Appaloosa geometry

2015-10-28 Thread dougP
"With the JA, sounds like maybe, possibly, they are thinking of finally retiring the flagship...slowly, gently" Certainly lots of mention of the differences between Joe & Atlantislonger stays, more tire clearance, etc. The Atlantis has been around since 1999.75. Maybe with the design

[RBW] Re: Clems have shipped!

2015-10-28 Thread Tim Wood
Look at that grey!! Can't wait. I'm sure I'm biased but the 59 Clem's look proportionately just right. Do you have any more Clem photos from your visit? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and

[RBW] Re: Joe Appaloosa geometry

2015-10-28 Thread Wayne Naha
No regrets here. But that doesn't mean that I wouldn't love to have a Joe alongside my Clem. It just that when my wife and I were discussing my Clem purchase she asked, "Is this the last bike you are going to buy *during our marriage*?" It's a little soon to try and weasel out of that one.

[RBW] Bleriot with Middle Ear Problem?

2015-10-28 Thread Joe Bernard
This is probably a silly question, but does the front tire have enough air? What you're describing sounds like a tire flopping back and forth on the rim. Low tire pressure - especially on a big-ish tire - can still look rideable until it's almost completely flat. -- You received this message

[RBW] Re: Joe Appaloosa geometry

2015-10-28 Thread 'Mark in Beacon' via RBW Owners Bunch
I really like the proto silver color with the cream, understated classy but not boring. With the JA, sounds like maybe, possibly, they are thinking of finally retiring the flagship...slowly, gently On Wednesday, October 28, 2015 at 7:56:40 PM UTC-4, Joe Bernard wrote: > > I *love* the bars.

[RBW] Re: Joe Appaloosa geometry

2015-10-28 Thread Tim Wood
Any Clem buyers regretting their decision? I'm waiting for my 59 Clem but the 58 Joe seems appealing. A lot of the same positive features (long chain stays, tire clearance, high bars, load carrying capacity), but it seems the joe could be set up as a drop bar fast tourer. I feel like the Clem

[RBW] Re: FS: Bags. Carradice, Acorn, Axiom

2015-10-28 Thread Ryan Ray
I believe all are spoken for. Thanks for looking. On Tuesday, October 27, 2015 at 6:06:46 PM UTC-7, Ryan Ray wrote: > > Selling some bags I don't use. Strong preference to meet up in Seattle and > not ship but I will ship too. > > Carradice Camper Longflap Black + SQR > Originally $145 + $30

RE: [RBW] Re: Clems have shipped!

2015-10-28 Thread Edwin W
Pudge you are right about those Gamoh racks. That is why I took it off my Sam! Maybe I'll pop one of those cheap little Nashbar front racks on, it is what he has on his 24" bike now. Edwin -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group.

Re: [RBW] Re: Clems have shipped!

2015-10-28 Thread Bill Lindsay
Those rinko headsets have a cartridge bearing that is sitting inside the cups, similar, but not identical to Shimano. With Shimanos, the cartridge falls right out. With 'normal' ball bearing headsets there's a ring with ball bearings that you slather with grease and install. The headset on

Re: [RBW] Re: Clems have shipped!

2015-10-28 Thread BSWP
Hmmm... watching the video, I wonder, how did the fork bearings get in there? They came already packed in grease, in the cups, in the frame? - Andrew, Berkeley On Monday, October 26, 2015 at 3:06:19 PM UTC-7, Edwin W wrote: > > Just posted on the Blug: > http://rivbike.tumblr.com/ > "For anyone

Re: [RBW] Re: Clems have shipped!

2015-10-28 Thread Wayne Naha
I noticed the same thing. The bearing install was definitely skipped over. On Wednesday, October 28, 2015 at 4:19:09 PM UTC-4, BSWP wrote: > > Hmmm... watching the video, I wonder, how did the fork bearings get in > there? They came already packed in grease, in the cups, in the frame? > > -

[RBW] Re: Tail wind, head wind

2015-10-28 Thread Ryan Fleming
Welcome to our world in windy Winnipeg...unfortunately our urban canopy is pretty bare and stark right now...butI love fall; it's my favourite riding season, especially when the leaves are turning. I prefer a headwind going out and usually find wind picks up in the afternoon, then it's

[RBW] BAGS FOR SALE

2015-10-28 Thread Charlie

Re: [RBW] Re: Clems have shipped!

2015-10-28 Thread Ryan Fleming
I bet your oldest son won't let you take waay to long to build it upif he's anything like my kid was On Wednesday, October 28, 2015 at 2:42:45 PM UTC-5, Edwin W wrote: > > I am building mine as a first 26 inch size bike as my boys grow into that > size. The first one 9 years old) will

[RBW] Advice on internal gear hubs

2015-10-28 Thread Patrick Moore
Well, it looks as if the return by the shop of the 36-hole S3X hub I didn't order (I ordered a 32) is a forlorn hope, as Vaughn just checked all the suppliers and they have only 36s -- very odd for a hub of this sort, no? If i don't have it built into a 28 hole rim, and return it, I may order a

RE: [RBW] Re: Rohloff IGH Questions

2015-10-28 Thread Daniel M
Another multi-Rohloff owner chiming in here. First, regarding shifting effort, it definitely requires more effort than a derailer or a Shimano IGH, but the reason is that you are feeling the effort required to change the gears in the hub itself, as opposed to just advancing the indexing in the

Re: [RBW] Tail wind, head wind

2015-10-28 Thread Patrick Moore
This is generally the way riding is in NM -- wide open spaces that the wind just sweeps through. It used to bug me especially when I was getting used to fixed gear riding, but I've long since adapted. However, as I get older and warmups become more important, I've been using the flip side smaller

Re: [RBW] Re: Tail wind, head wind

2015-10-28 Thread Patrick Moore
That used to be one of Bicycling Mag's "10 ways to make your ride faster/better/funner/lighter/cooler/stiffer/more compliant" regulars, trotted out at least once every 24 months. Personally, at least with a fixed gear or ss, I prefer warming up with a tailwind and, when I am feeling nice and

[RBW] Re: Joe Appaloosa geometry

2015-10-28 Thread drew
cool. looks like a fun bike, and a good deal. not sure how i feel about the new bars yet. if i didnt have a sam and a bunch of parts lying around, i'd be all over this. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe

Re: [RBW] Re: Tail wind, head wind

2015-10-28 Thread Ron Mc
certainly in the summer heat and humidity here, a headwind is in many ways preferable to a tailwind - at least I never complain with one. On Wednesday, October 28, 2015 at 5:21:29 PM UTC-5, Patrick Moore wrote: > > That used to be one of Bicycling Mag's "10 ways to make your ride >

Re: [RBW] Re: Joe Appaloosa geometry

2015-10-28 Thread Philip Kim
Looks like Geo was released on the riv tumblr -- 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

Re: [RBW] Re: Rohloff IGH Questions

2015-10-28 Thread Jon Dukeman in the foothills of Colorado
I'm enjoying this conversation. Very informative and interesting. I'd love to use one on a future build. Doesn't Peter White sell Rohloff hubs? Jon > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop

[RBW] Re: FS: Acorn Boxy Rando, large V-bag Rack bag, XS Saddlesack

2015-10-28 Thread Julian
Dropped prices and measurement of V-bag at the suggestion of a list member: V-bag is 10” wide, 7” deep, and 5” tall. Now $65 shipped w/in CONUS XS Saddleback in grid grey now $50 shipped in CONUS. Reply off list. Thanks. On Tuesday, October 27, 2015 at 8:46:34 AM UTC-5, Julian wrote: >

Re: [RBW] Advice on internal gear hubs

2015-10-28 Thread Eric Norris
Patrick: I’m not sure if you can buy them separately, but Brompton designed and S-A builds a 3-speed hub to go with their folding bikes. It’s called the BWR (Brompton Wide Range) and offers a combination of pretty broad range of gears and a simpler, more robust set of internals that they also

[RBW] Re: Joe Appaloosa geometry

2015-10-28 Thread BSWP
The new J-A looks great, so many nice details all worked out. I had been leaning to a custom, for touring, but finances have been tight, and so that project is delayed. Does anyone know if the Joe will be offered eventually as just frame & fork? - Andrew, Berkeley -- You received this

Re: [RBW] Re: The Riv Allrounder at Zion

2015-10-28 Thread Addison Wilhite
One of the few places a pumpkin colored Riv "blends" into the scenery Addison Wilhite, M.A. Academy of Arts, Careers and Technology *“Blazing the Trail to College and Career Success”* Educator: Professional Portfolio

[RBW] Re: Tail wind, head wind

2015-10-28 Thread Daniel D.
I'd rather have a tailwind on the way out. I more often than not find the headwind I fought on the way out didn't turn into a tailwind for the return. > > > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group

Re: [RBW] Re: Joe Appaloosa geometry

2015-10-28 Thread Bill Lindsay
That bike is SICK! On Wednesday, October 28, 2015 at 2:59:31 PM UTC-7, Philip Kim wrote: > > Looks like Geo was released on the riv tumblr -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop

Re: [RBW] Re: Joe Appaloosa geometry

2015-10-28 Thread James Warren
GREAT gearing-Original Message- From: Bill Lindsay Sent: Oct 28, 2015 4:51 PM To: RBW Owners Bunch Subject: Re: [RBW] Re: Joe Appaloosa geometry That bike is SICK!On Wednesday, October 28, 2015 at 2:59:31 PM UTC-7, Philip Kim

[RBW] Re: Joe Appaloosa geometry

2015-10-28 Thread Joe Bernard
I *love* the bars. Very cool looking, and in that "reach straight back at you" shape which seems to be the only one I can ride more than 5 miles. The fork crown is pretty sweet, too. I love the bike..we'll see about the color. I'm not a big fan of Sam Blue, but the Clem Blue is awesome. I'm in

[RBW] Re: Joe Appaloosa geometry

2015-10-28 Thread Jack B
Wondering if the 62cm will be a single- or double-top-tube. Anyone know? -- 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: Joe Appaloosa geometry

2015-10-28 Thread Wayne Naha
I love this bike! On Wednesday, October 28, 2015 at 7:56:40 PM UTC-4, Joe Bernard wrote: > > -- 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] Rivet Saddles

2015-10-28 Thread Steve Palincsar
The Rivets to me feel very "rounded" on top across the back, much more so than SAAs. Also, SAA to me feel rather "sharp" at the edges and the edges are horizontal, whereas the Rivets (and Brooks and Berthoud) have vertical edges. On 10/27/2015 10:08 PM, Daniel Jackson wrote: How are they

[RBW] Re: FS/FT tires and thumbies

2015-10-28 Thread lukeheller
I could use the thumbies if no one has claimed them Luke On Wednesday, October 28, 2015 at 1:31:04 PM UTC-4, Nanga Parbat wrote: > > Big Bens are SOLD > > On Tuesday, October 27, 2015 at 7:08:50 PM UTC-7, Nanga Parbat wrote: >> >> 2 x Schwalbe Big Ben 50 x 622 Race Guard LiteSkin w /3 presta

[RBW] Re: Joe Appaloosa geometry

2015-10-28 Thread David Banzer
58cm & 62cm are double top-tube. I'm glad I went with the Clem frameset - complete bikes just don't appeal to me as I usually have enough parts to build up a couple frames. If this were offered as a frameset only in the future, I'd definitely be interested. David Chicago On Wednesday, October

Re: [RBW] Re: Joe Appaloosa geometry

2015-10-28 Thread James Warren
If I were betting, I'd bet double. Tougher call is parallel versus diagonal. I'm gonna guess parallel double. Sent from my iPhone > On Oct 28, 2015, at 5:20 PM, Jack B wrote: > > Wondering if the 62cm will be a single- or double-top-tube. > > Anyone know? > > -- > You

[RBW] Re: Rivet Saddles

2015-10-28 Thread Bill M.
I was an early adopter, having bought a brown Pearl Ti from Deb at their debut at NAHBS in Sacramento a few years ago. It has been in continuous use since then and I like it a lot. It fits me better than a Brooks (of which I own five of various models and vintages, none of them being used

[RBW] Re: Rivet Saddles

2015-10-28 Thread Daniel Jackson
Width wise, does anyone know which Rivet has similar sit bone measurements to the SAs? On Wednesday, October 28, 2015 at 8:55:12 PM UTC-4, Bill M. wrote: > > I was an early adopter, having bought a brown Pearl Ti from Deb at their > debut at NAHBS in Sacramento a few years ago. It has been in