[RBW] Re: Teaser

Very nice build. Reminds me of an early 80's Schwinn Le Tour mixte that I built a few years back for a neighbor, great riding bike, similar pseudo mixte tubing. JohnS On Monday, November 9, 2015 at 9:00:56 AM UTC-5, Pudge wrote: > While everybody (including me) is waiting for their

RE: [RBW] Re: Teaser

Spirit willing, flesh weak From: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com [mailto:rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Minh Sent: Monday, November 09, 2015 10:02 AM To: RBW Owners Bunch Subject: [RBW] Re: Teaser Tom, You keep saying that you are trying to thin the herd, but then you keep

RE: [RBW] Re: Teaser

I have such affection for Riv mixes. But then your glorious (haha) Wilbury got overshadowed when I saw your wall organization. Amazing! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving

[RBW] Re: Let's See Some Clem/Clementine Pics

She didn't get a full test ride but did take it around the block a couple times, seems like a winner. Nov in the mid-atlantic is a frustrating time to get a new bike w/ the short days and cooling weather but I'm sure we'll get out and about at some point over the next week. Mark thanks for

Re: [RBW] Rohloff IGH Questions

> That would be my Goodrich with Rohloff # 5841. Thanks for the follow up Ken. Das Knob always seemed to me a real good solution to the Rohloff control quandary. Curt should consider marketing them. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners

[RBW] Re: Teaser

Tom, You keep saying that you are trying to thin the herd, but then you keep posting these awesome build pics. :) Minh On Monday, November 9, 2015 at 9:00:56 AM UTC-5, Pudge wrote: > > While everybody (including me) is waiting for their Clem/Clementine or > pics of someone else's, I

[RBW] Re: Build help needed

glad it worked. I used a 121mm SKF with a 2.5mm spacer for a cyclotouriste triple (Boulder recommended 126mm). I much prefer the narrower spindle, especially on the left side - otherwise, it looks like the left side crank is in the next county. My chain line came out perfect. I had one

[RBW] Re: Rivendell sightings

Don't think so. The mini-Abus is a serious deterrent. The U piece does not rotate like the other brands. One has to cut both sides of the U bar to free the bike. And the pits make removing wheels or adjusting the seat almost impossible. If you put a pit-stopper in the stem bolt, they can't

RE: [RBW] Teaser

"Fashionable" being Bubba's gentle way of saying "foppish." Deservedly, to be sure. Wait'll you see the bagmatching on this fop-cycle…. From: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com [mailto:rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Bill Lindsay Sent: Monday, November 09, 2015 3:50 PM To: RBW

Re: [RBW] Teaser

*FALSE* "fashionable" is most certainly *NOT* Bubba-code for "foppish" The Bubba-code phrase for "foppish" is "highly fashionable" Get it right On Monday, November 9, 2015 at 1:48:53 PM UTC-8, Pudge wrote: > > "Fashionable" being Bubba's gentle way of saying "foppish." Deservedly, > to be

RE: [RBW] Teaser

Ah! So then "highly highly fashionable" = "highly foppish" = "precious"? Now I understand. From: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com [mailto:rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Bill Lindsay Sent: Monday, November 09, 2015 5:12 PM To: RBW Owners Bunch Subject: Re: [RBW] Teaser FALSE

Re: [RBW] Teaser

And what's wrong with wanting your front and rear bags to match? As much money as bags cost these days, they damn well ought to match. Not so sure about wooden rims, though. It's one thing to retune your guitar strings when the temperature & humidity change, but it would be quite another to

RE: [RBW] Teaser

I have built six wheelsets using the Ghisallo wooden rims, and they've all stayed quite true. (Well, the three I still have access to have, and I haven't gotten any complaints from the owners of the others.) The rims are less pliable laterally than aluminum rims, so maybe that's the

[RBW] Re: Neo Light

That's very cool, Dave. At least it's a lot cheaper than the Helix folder that I had my eye on: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/330901966/helixtm-the-worlds-best-folding-bike?ref=discovery Fortunately, I didn't mix my kickstarter with my tequila or I might have been awaiting a

Re: [RBW] Re: Coffeeneuring ride.

Hi Don, You know I think so too. Clearly you have some fantastic terrain and I'm sure coffee stops too. Tail Winds, ~Hugh On Nov 9, 2015 7:28 PM, "Don Compton" wrote: > Hugh, > Looking at your blog, you guys have some great coffee rides. > Don Compton > > > On Monday,

[RBW] Re: Coffeeneuring ride.

Strange Mike your comment never made it to my email? I'm resisting the impulse :^) Tail Winds, ~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] Re: Rivendell sightings

Friday, I was looking for parking near the Museum of Craft and Design in the Dogpatch neighborhood of San Francisco and this Quickbeam was nice enough to be holding a spot for me. https://goo.gl/photos/58JugpTC24W3LJdm6 Very nice bike. John On Sunday, November 8, 2015 at 11:10:56 AM

[RBW] Re: Updated Atlantis build, initial Compass tire review

I've mine on Dyads, no issues. David Chicago On Monday, November 9, 2015 at 5:51:45 PM UTC-6, John Phillips wrote: > > I have mine mounted on Velocity Atlas rims. No problems at all. > > John > > On Monday, November 9, 2015 at 3:44:16 PM UTC-8, john wrote: >> >> Could be wrong, but it looks like

[RBW] Re: Ways to make your Rivendell cheap

Meh ... On Friday, November 6, 2015 at 6:17:34 PM UTC-5, Edwin W wrote: > > Or seem cheap... > Compare it to the Merckx 70 > > ! > > > It's all relative, > > Edwin > --

[RBW] How to clean a Brooks saddle?

Rode my Brooks, shower-capped, in the rain for many ours this weekend. Didn't get soaked, just a little sprinkled at quick stops when cap wasn't on earlier in the day, but spent most of the time under a shower cap. Took off shower cap for the car bike rack ride home. Next day, I noticed some

[RBW] Re: Ways to make your Rivendell cheap

Interesting that the article mentioned that the builder for this project was Merckx's personal builder *starting from* 1980. Didn't Merckx retire from racing in 1980? On Friday, November 6, 2015 at 3:17:34 PM UTC-8, Edwin W wrote: > > Or seem cheap... > Compare it to the Merckx 70 >

Re: [RBW] Re: Rivendell sightings

Hi Tom, that was probably me. I would love to ride anytime. I try to get out everyday time permitting. Give me a call/text on my cellphone and lets do it. My number is (310) 968-6910 and I live on the east side of Carmel Creek Park. Cheers, Bruce On Sun, Nov 8, 2015 at 7:30 PM, Tom Virgil

Re: [RBW] Re: Updated Atlantis build, initial Compass tire review

I run the extra light version of the Barlow Pass on my Sam mounted on Grand Bois rims. One puncture early on due to a glass shard and several due to goat heads. Now running Mr. Tuffy's liners with no discernible impact on the ride quality. Have survived half a dozen goat heads at one time in

[RBW] Niles Canyon Ride

A couple of weeks ago our lovely Niles Canyon that stretches between my quaint little neighborhood of Niles in Fremont, CA and Sunol, CA was closed. The first day was for Caltrans maintenance but the second day was for a full day Roll and Stroll through the canyon. There were roving bands of

[RBW] Re: Show me your Garage/Workshop/Cave/Storage Spaces

Drew, I hope your newly acquired garage space is coming along nicely. I would suggest looking at Pinterest for ideas using search terms such as "garage organization", "workshop organization", etc. I've gotten a few good ideas for the shop there. Been trying to get my converted garage now

Re: [RBW] Re: Coffeeneuring ride.

Hugh, In '84 I started riding to replace running. I was a college golfer and played after college in amateur tournaments. I had some serious back issues and decided to replace running with cycling after watching Grewal winning the Olympic road race in Costa Mesa. Golf became less fun and

Re: [RBW] Re: Coffeeneuring ride.

Hi Jon, Sorry for the delay in replying.Been in the saddle a bit :) So glad you enjoyed the post. Tail Winds, ~Hugh “Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep moving.” ― Albert Einstein http://velocipeedemusings.com/ On Mon, Nov 2, 2015 at 1:38 PM, Jon Dukeman in

[RBW] Re: Teaser

Love that Wilbury! On Monday, November 9, 2015 at 9:00:56 AM UTC-5, Pudge 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

[RBW] Updated Atlantis build, initial Compass tire review

With winter around the bend and 11 straight days of rain, I was getting a bit down. But the weekend suddenly cleared off and temperatures soared, 40 degrees C higher than it was two years ago! Better go ride. The ground was still very wet so I decided to change up the Atlantis: - Put my Velo

[RBW] Kingsport library canti-Romulus sighting

So, unlike the SF Bay area, there aren't as many Rivendells around here. Thanks to MSL in Bristol, there's several, tho'... I usually see them on the Creeper, or at Steele Creek; in Kingsport itself, other than my own, I've only seen one other Rivendell, was a Quickbeam out on our

Re: [RBW] Neo Light

So true, not friction. However, work must be done to induce a current. What object is doing the work? http://hyperphysics.phy-astr.gsu.edu/hbase/electric/farlaw.html Curtis "where friction is is not work" McKenzie On Mon, Nov 9, 2015 at 10:19 AM, Eric Norris wrote: >

Re: [RBW] Neo Light

"The drag must be measurable, but it’s not perceptible to me." That is all that matters! Enjoy! Curtis On Mon, Nov 9, 2015 at 10:50 AM, Eric Norris wrote: > The lights have a rotating ring of small, very strong magnets in them, > which think are somehow turning in

Re: [RBW] Neo Light

Neo Light No friction? Interesting. Grin. Curtis "cannot get something for nothing" Mckenize On Mon, Nov 9, 2015 at 9:29 AM, dstein wrote: > I got a little liquored up and backed a few too many kickstarter projects > the other night: >

Re: [RBW] Re: 10-speed Cassette with Sunrace Friction Shifters.

FWIW, the Microshift rear road derailleur on the Fargo shifted more precisely across my 9 sp cassette than the 7410 rd that replaced it after the MS got caught in the spokes and busted, because the MS required more lever throw. The (Silver) lever had to move some 110-115* to move the chain from

[RBW] Re: Coffeeneuring ride.

Okay knocked off a couple more. Here's the scoop . Tail Winds, ~Hugh On Saturday, October 31, 2015 at 1:13:31 PM UTC-7, hsmitham wrote: > > Hot off the presses. > > Here >

Re: [RBW] Neo Light

This looks like it works on the same principle as the Magnic Lights, which I’ve been using for several years. Magnic just came out with Ver. 2 of their product, which added new circuitry for a steadier and brighter light. No friction!? Absolutely true. There is no contact between the Magnic

[RBW] FS: Nigel Smythe Lil' Loafer in Tweed

Hi All, I have a Nigel Smythe Lil' Loafer/Small Trunksack for sale. Tweed w/ tan leather trim. Comes with the matching green rain cover. Near mint. Pics here. $120 shipped. Thanks, Kieran Toronto, Canada -- You received

[RBW] Re: Teaser

A chainring like that deserves a classy bicycle project. Well done! Chris Johnson Sanger, Texas -- 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] Neo Light

I got a little liquored up and backed a few too many kickstarter projects the other night: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1651132789/neo-worlds-most-powerful-friction-free-bikelight This looks cool but looks like it is just meant for city riding? Not a lot of info on the site about

[RBW] Re: 10-speed Cassette with Sunrace Friction Shifters.

+1 on this. Friction shifting the 8 speed cassette on the Clem is loads trickier than the old 5 cog freewheel. Obviously, it's a matter of practice and familiarity, but trying it with 10? Nope! On Monday, November 9, 2015 at 10:44:10 AM UTC-5, Joey Korkames wrote: > > I find it difficult to

Re: [RBW] Neo Light

The lights have a rotating ring of small, very strong magnets in them, which think are somehow turning in response to the wheel going by them, but I’m not sure. As I said, in the real world, on real bikes, I can’t feel any kind of drag from these lights. My guess is that they’re much more

[RBW] Re: Teaser

Here's my Le Tour mixte, parked at the farmers market yesterday. I would not call it a pseudo mixte. As long as it has the extra seat stays, it would still qualify as "dual" in

[RBW] Re: 10-speed Cassette with Sunrace Friction Shifters.

I don't think it matters as most 9 speed and 10 spd have same cable pull (at least for shimano). I think 11 speed is another story. I've been successful using 1x10 speed on ultegra barcons, and the dia compe ene bar end shifters. Just requires a bit more careful shifting, but i got used to it.

[RBW] Re: Updated Atlantis build, initial Compass tire review

Mark, Could i see a pic of your DIY mud-flaps, i'm thinking of doing this on a new set of fenders as well On Monday, November 9, 2015 at 10:34:32 AM UTC-5, Mark Reimer wrote: > > With winter around the bend and 11 straight days of rain, I was getting a > bit down. But the weekend suddenly

[RBW] Re: Teaser

BTW, for 2 years Schwinn sold the Le Tour in a townie configuration, the Le Tour Tourist (I think it was '81 and '82) Great bikes. I had one for a bit, just changed the 27" steel wheels to alloy. Regretted selling, which is why I eventually tracked down a Le Tour frame and built it up in

[RBW] Re: Updated Atlantis build, initial Compass tire review

Nice build! I'm a huge fan of the babyshoe pass on my hunqapillar, fantastic tires. What tires was the Jones 29+ running (more than anything curious if they were mtn bike tires or road tires). Also, which handlebars are those and how do you like them? On Monday, November 9, 2015 at 8:20:41 AM

[RBW] Re: Updated Atlantis build, initial Compass tire review

Good looking build, nicely appointed. I like that harlequin tape job, subtle and a surprise. I also dig that backdrop in the second photo. Thanks for the Compass review. I have extra lights in 32mm and the Rat Trap. I have some miles on the 32s, but not much on the Rat Traps. Love them both,

Re: [RBW] Re: Local Rivendell Dealer suggestions for DELMARVA area?

Just bought a Soma San Marcos and other stuff from Gravel & Grind. I mostly corresponded with James, who was super helpful (I kept changing my mind, and he was always patient and worked with me), always emailing me updates on my order, so there were no surprises when I went to pick up the

[RBW] Re: 10-speed Cassette with Sunrace Friction Shifters.

I find it difficult to friction shift 8+ speed clusters with "set it and forget it" precision. Trimming a 10sp must require a tailor's touch! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving

[RBW] Re: Updated Atlantis build, initial Compass tire review

Absolutely. The leather is quite heavy, which is good and bad in some ways. Good in that it's stiff and maintains it's position for optimal coverage. Bad because it's too thick to mount on the inside of the fender, which would look a bit nicer in my opinion. Leather isn't really the best

[RBW] Re: 10-speed Cassette with Sunrace Friction Shifters.

there's a parallel thread going on ibob. I recommended Microshift index shifters, bar-end or thumbies. Very happy with results on two bikes. On Monday, November 9, 2015 at 9:44:10 AM UTC-6, Joey Korkames wrote: > > I find it difficult to friction shift 8+ speed clusters with "set it and >

RE: [RBW] Re: Teaser

That's a really lovely bike. From: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com [mailto:rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com] Sent: Monday, November 09, 2015 11:14 AM To: RBW Owners Bunch Subject: [RBW] Re: Teaser BTW, for 2 years Schwinn sold the Le Tour in a townie configuration, the Le Tour Tourist (I

Re: [RBW] Re: 10-speed Cassette with Sunrace Friction Shifters.

This is very odd to me because among the most precise and "intuitive" shifting I ever experienced was the Retrofriction dt shifter-cum-Am Classic-10-sp (11-23, 12-27) cassette system originally installed on my 2003 Curt. Note that these cassettes were fully stock. The 9 s- Silver BES + home-brew

[RBW] Re: In Palm Springs for the week. Good source of C/Rivish stuff around?

i think the problem is that palm springs is mostly retirement/vacation homes, so either the good stuff doesnt come, or it gets liquidated upon arrival. undoubtedly, there is amazing stuff in a few garages, but the people are older and not craigslist savvy. also, most of the people you see out

[RBW] Re: In Palm Springs for the week. Good source of C/Rivish stuff around?

Ryan, or anyone else, we're having a dirt-heavy ride just on the other side of the San Jacinto pass this Saturday. Little under 40 miles, most all dirt. If you can make it, I can try to scare up a bike! I'll post a formal announcement of it in a sec... On Monday, November 9, 2015 at 11:33:22

Re: [RBW] Re: Teaser

Agreed, my work area looks like a hurricane hit. On Monday, November 9, 2015 at 7:10:44 AM UTC-8, LeahFoy wrote: > > I have such affection for Riv mixes. But then your glorious (haha) Wilbury > got overshadowed when I saw your wall organization. Amazing! -- You received this message because you

Re: [RBW] Teaser

Tom is a frequent wooden rim user in his highly fashionable builds. On Monday, November 9, 2015 at 12:32:10 PM UTC-8, Steve Palincsar wrote: > > Is that a wooden rim? > > On 11/09/2015 09:00 AM, Allingham II, Thomas J wrote: > > While everybody (including me) is waiting for their

[RBW] Re: In Palm Springs for the week. Good source of C/Rivish stuff around?

Thanks! We will check out gypsyland. On Monday, November 9, 2015 at 11:50:21 AM UTC-8, drew wrote: > > i think the problem is that palm springs is mostly retirement/vacation > homes, so either the good stuff doesnt come, or it gets liquidated upon > arrival. undoubtedly, there is amazing stuff

Re: [RBW] Neo Light

Eric, Thanks for shedding light via your personal experience. How do the magnetic lights do in rain/mud. It seems like it has to be close to the rim in order to generate the magnetic force to turn the generator inside the light, but is there any safety risks to being so close to the rim?

RE: [RBW] Re: Teaser

Dan Reid, the guy who makes the chainrings, is a one man shop in Australia: http://bespokechainrings.com/ He's a delightful guy to deal with, and his stuff (I have a couple of his vintage design-based chainrings) is just beautiful. From: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com

Re: [RBW] Neo Light

pun was not intended... On Monday, November 9, 2015 at 2:22:16 PM UTC-5, Philip Kim wrote: > > Eric, > > Thanks for shedding light via your personal experience. > > How do the magnetic lights do in rain/mud. It seems like it has to be > close to the rim in order to generate the magnetic force

Re: [RBW] Teaser

Is that a wooden rim? On 11/09/2015 09:00 AM, Allingham II, Thomas J wrote: While everybody (including me) is waiting for their Clem/Clementine or pics of someone else's, I decided to build up an old school Riv mixte. Attached is an in-progress pic of my Wilbury single speed build.

[RBW] In Palm Springs for the week. Good source of C/Rivish stuff around?

I'm in Palm Springs and was wondering if there was a good source of C stuff nearby. Craigslist is pretty light too. Is everything good here just locked up in people's garages? I would assume there would be some good stuff around due to the climate being easy on everything other leather and

[RBW] Re: In Palm Springs for the week. Good source of C/Rivish stuff around?

Leaving Friday otherwise I'd try and make it for sure. - Ryan On Monday, November 9, 2015 at 12:09:59 PM UTC-8, cyclot...@gmail.com wrote: > > Ryan, or anyone else, we're having a dirt-heavy ride just on the other > side of the San Jacinto pass this Saturday. Little under 40 miles, most all

[RBW] Re: In Palm Springs for the week. Good source of C/Rivish stuff around?

It was a good try!!! On Monday, November 9, 2015 at 12:24:53 PM UTC-8, Ryan Ray wrote: > > Leaving Friday otherwise I'd try and make it for sure. > > - Ryan > > > > > On Monday, November 9, 2015 at 12:09:59 PM UTC-8, cyclot...@gmail.com > wrote: >> >> Ryan, or anyone else, we're having a

Re: [RBW] Re: Teaser

Tom has been warned: If my wife and kids ever kick me out of the house, I'm roadtripping to Delaware and taking residence in Tom's workspace. I'll be his "bike gimp". Tom yells into workspace: "Lace me up some wooden wheels, GIMP!" Bill: "Yes, master" On Monday, November 9, 2015 at

[RBW] Re: Coffeeneuring ride.

looks like you'r going to have to pull out those bibs out of the closet... hehe! ~mike Carlsbad 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] Re: Coffeeneuring ride.

Hugh, Looking at your blog, you guys have some great coffee rides. Don Compton On Monday, November 9, 2015 at 10:12:46 AM UTC-8, hsmitham wrote: > > Okay knocked off a couple more. Here's the scoop > > . > >

Re: [RBW] Re: Updated Atlantis build, initial Compass tire review

I love the Barlow Pass super light on my Atlantis. Definitely! On Mon, Nov 9, 2015 at 5:55 PM, David Banzer wrote: > I've mine on Dyads, no issues. > David > Chicago > > > On Monday, November 9, 2015 at 5:51:45 PM UTC-6, John Phillips wrote: >> >> I have mine mounted on

Re: [RBW] Re: Coffeeneuring ride.

Spot on Don. On Nov 9, 2015 9:07 PM, "Don Compton" wrote: > Hugh, > In '84 I started riding to replace running. I was a college golfer and > played after college in amateur tournaments. I had some serious back issues > and decided to replace running with cycling after watching

[RBW] Re: Let's See Some Clem/Clementine Pics

Thanks for posting pics of the grey. I ordered a complete Clem Smith in the same color. Trying not to get too anxious. -- 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,

[RBW] Re: Updated Atlantis build, initial Compass tire review

I have mine mounted on Velocity Atlas rims. No problems at all. John On Monday, November 9, 2015 at 3:44:16 PM UTC-8, john wrote: > > Could be wrong, but it looks like you're running Velocity rims on the > Atlantis...Can you speak to the mounting of the tires on your rims? Easily > mounted, or

[RBW] Re: Updated Atlantis build, initial Compass tire review

Can't wait until Jan produces a 42 or even 50mm 700c tire. -- 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.

[RBW] Re: Updated Atlantis build, initial Compass tire review

Could be wrong, but it looks like you're running Velocity rims on the Atlantis...Can you speak to the mounting of the tires on your rims? Easily mounted, or only with care and patience? I've been told mounting Compass tires can be a challenge on Velocity synergy rims (not sure about the other

RE: [RBW] Teaser

And know that I've finally achieved my life's goal -Original Message- From: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com [mailto:rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Bill Lindsay Sent: Monday, November 09, 2015 5:21 PM To: RBW Owners Bunch Subject: RE: [RBW] Teaser When you see me