[RBW] Re: Rear derailer on my Hillborne

SunXCD rear derailer. Its all silver. -- 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,

[RBW] Re: Rear derailer on my Hillborne

I'd like to try one of those clutch derailers Shimano makes that prevents chain-slap. There's a tiny wrench under a cover which you use to adjust how how strong the friction is. I have no idea how this actually works, I just think it's hilarious you can buy a derailer with a wrench inside ;)

[RBW] Re: Rear derailer on my Hillborne

Agreed on whimsy and anti-snobbery, but if your bike was mine, I'd spend the same twenty-whatever bucks on a gently used M737/739 and hope that I get summoned in a seance 100 years from now so I can check in on it. Jeff Hagedorn Los Angeles, CA USA -- You received this message because you are

[RBW] Rear derailer on my Hillborne

I get the whimsy and anti-derailer-snobbery that GP sees in the Altus, but I don't think I could bring myself to put one on a nice bike like your Sam. It makes more sense to me on the complete CLEM builds, which are intended to be a budget entry into Rivbikes. My thinking there is that you

[RBW] Re: SOLD Re: FS: Low Trail Hunqapillar Frame/Fork/SP/HS size 58 - $1,300 OBO + shipping

I'll be waiting for photos and a full report! René On Tuesday, February 16, 2016, Brian Campbell wrote: > Looking forward to its arrival. Build detailsThunder Burts, 2.1, vintage > 8 Speed Shimano XT drive train, triple crank and thumb shifters, silver > XT V

[RBW] Re: SOLD Re: FS: Low Trail Hunqapillar Frame/Fork/SP/HS size 58 - $1,300 OBO + shipping

Looking forward to its arrival. Build detailsThunder Burts, 2.1, vintage 8 Speed Shimano XT drive train, triple crank and thumb shifters, silver XT V brakes, lugged nitto post/lugged nitto stem with nitto Nordeast handlebars,(I also have the silver, Riv Bullmoose option) well worn Brooks

[RBW] Rear derailer on my Hillborne

Riding my canti-Hillborne to work today, my pedals came to a very abrupt stop. One of the chain links popped and hooked the rear cage. Not as bad as Grant's incident on the blug but my trusty LX is now a severly damaged single speed limping home tonight (after replacing the chain). I thought

[RBW] Re: Santa Barbara Mini Tour Ride Report.

What Erl said! Looks like you had great scenery, weather, and company. Bob E On Tuesday, February 16, 2016 at 5:13:01 PM UTC-5, WETH wrote: > > Hugh, > Gorgeous photos and excellent write-up. I am quite jealous of you West > coast folks this time of year. Sharing a bike adventure with your

[RBW] Re: ROSCO mailing list

This is really cool and one of the reasons I love rivendell. Who else would be making a small run of misfit bikes from the forks out? I'm hoping for a tricycle with at least 3 crisscrossing diagatubes and 9 bottle cage mounts. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the

Re: [RBW] Re: 26" vs. 700c for touring/load hauling

Now now -- though I believe a little well considered spitefulness is sometimes a work of mercy. On Tue, Feb 16, 2016 at 2:59 PM, sameness wrote: > So what size wheels are on your Magna? > > Jeff Hagedorn > Los Angeles, CA USA > > > On Tuesday, February 16, 2016 at 1:53:05 PM

Re: [RBW] 3 very nice bikes at Stevie's Happy Bikes in Corrales, NM

I'm just passing the temptation along to y'all, hee hee hee. -- 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: ROSCO mailing list

Not all the spare forks have canti-studs. I'd speculate that the forks with canti-studs will be mated to frames with canti-studs. The forks with only sidepull or centerpull support will probably be mated with frames with the same capability. On Tuesday, February 16, 2016 at 4:59:20 PM

[RBW] Reviews and/or photos of Big Ben 700c X 55 tires?

I've put on probably 400 miles on my Big Ones (all urban commuting) and they seem stout enough to me, at least when run as tubeless. I had ridden Super Motos before and while a quality, serviceable tire, the Big One is much more supple and easy rolling, even with the Snakeskin sidewall. It does

[RBW] Re: [socalallrounders] Re: Strada Rossa March 19th... you all are invited!

Those should be great. Any sort of fast 35mm CX tire will fit the bill. There are a few sections of sand, but I rode them with Challenge Eroicas (smooth 32mm) and while it sapped some energy, didn't stall me out. The rest is really hard pack. Minimal rocky sections. On Tue, Feb 16, 2016 at 2:02

[RBW] Re: ROSCO mailing list

All the above plus canti studs -- 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

[RBW] Re: 3 very nice bikes at Stevie's Happy Bikes in Corrales, NM

Serious? You had to post this and give me one more thing to think about bicycle related. I'll try to turn this into an exercise in self control. On Tuesday, February 16, 2016 at 3:09:03 PM UTC-6, Joe Bernard wrote: > > WHY YOU DO THIS, PATRICK? That Raleigh would be useless on my big hill, >

Re: [RBW] Possible FS: Raleigh Superbe in NorCal

Seat tube is 58cm C-T, but remember that the bike has 26” wheels, which lowers things a bit. I’m 6’ and wear pants with a 33” inseam, and it fits me fine. --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com www.campyonly.com campyonlyguy.blogspot.com > On Feb 16, 2016, at 3:56 PM, Steve Palincsar

Re: [RBW] Possible FS: Raleigh Superbe in NorCal

Size? On 02/16/2016 06:52 PM, Eric Norris wrote: In case anybody’s interested, I have a vintage Raleigh Superbe that looks to be in better condition than the one at Patrick’s shop: https://flic.kr/p/i88qEA I haven’t really considered selling it, but I’m not riding it and I may let it go to

[RBW] Possible FS: Raleigh Superbe in NorCal

In case anybody’s interested, I have a vintage Raleigh Superbe that looks to be in better condition than the one at Patrick’s shop: https://flic.kr/p/i88qEA I haven’t really considered selling it, but I’m not riding it and I may let it go to someone who will get

[RBW] Re: ROSCO mailing list

Hoping for tentacular chainstays; diag-a-tube optional. Possibility of more than a single design? Pretty open ended. Should be fun. dougP On Monday, February 15, 2016 at 12:43:56 PM UTC-8, Joe Bernard wrote: > > Just saw this on the BLUG. Put "ROSCO BUBBE, your name" in the subject > line

Re: [RBW] Santa Barbara Mini Tour Ride Report.

Thank you so much Erl. And I'm jealous of you East coasters and your gorgeous trails and history. ~Hugh On Feb 16, 2016 2:13 PM, "WETH" wrote: > Hugh, > Gorgeous photos and excellent write-up. I am quite jealous of you West > coast folks this time of year. Sharing a bike

[RBW] Santa Barbara Mini Tour Ride Report.

Hugh, Gorgeous photos and excellent write-up. I am quite jealous of you West coast folks this time of year. Sharing a bike adventure with your brothers is a great idea. Thanks for sharing. Erl Ps: I look forward to more photos of your Hilsen -- You received this message because you are

[RBW] Re: [socalallrounders] Re: Strada Rossa March 19th... you all are invited!

Based on the comments from Dave and Mike, I think I will put 35 mm cross knobbies on her Romulus and have her test them out. I have a WTB Cross Boss that should fit its clearances. On

[RBW] Re: 26" vs. 700c for touring/load hauling

Several (more like 20) years ago, I rode a 55 or 56 cm (can't remember exactly) Bridgestone X0-3, which I loved, although it was a bit small for me (I'm almost 6 feet tall). It had 26" wheels, mustache bars, slicks (26x1.75) and knobbier (up to 1.95s). What a fun bike! I toured with it and it

[RBW] Re: 26" vs. 700c for touring/load hauling

So what size wheels are on your Magna? Jeff Hagedorn Los Angeles, CA USA On Tuesday, February 16, 2016 at 1:53:05 PM UTC-8, Garth wrote: > > > Theories abound, everyone has them and yet no one knows the Truth. > There is a reason why theories are called theories ! No man knows or can >

Re: [RBW] Re: 26" vs. 700c for touring/load hauling

On 02/16/2016 02:02 PM, Ron Mc wrote: I'm thinking if your legs are short, a 26" is fine. But if you're 6'3" and all limbs like me, it has to be 700c. If nothing else, just to have acceptable pedal clearance. Looks like plenty of pedal clearance here... -- You received this message

[RBW] Re: 26" vs. 700c for touring/load hauling

Theories abound, everyone has them and yet no one knows the Truth. There is a reason why theories are called theories ! No man knows or can know the Absolute , Truth . Just ride what you Love , with Love. Pay no mind, funny how everything turns out just perfect in spite of all the

[RBW] WTB: V-Brakes & Levers, preferably silver.

Like the subject line says. Building up my wife's Clementine and realized it's for her, not me, so v-brake will work fine. I'd prefer silver v-brakes and compatible silver brake levers. Contact me offlist if you have any and how much you'd like for them shipped to 60618. Thanks, David Chicago

[RBW] Re: PSA: Coupled Saluki

They never "switched" the Saluki. It was pretty much always an either/or. By the time the Saluki became the 650B Hilsen, then it was only sidepull/centerpull, but now even that bike is back to either/or. On Tuesday, February 16, 2016 at 1:24:42 PM UTC-8, Michael Hechmer wrote: > > I have a

[RBW] Re: Sorta FS post: Bags in Martexin Ranger Tan fabric.

Forgot to add: if you're happy with Riv's color selection for a basket bag, please order a bag from them. David Chicago On Tuesday, February 16, 2016 at 3:21:24 PM UTC-6, David Banzer wrote: > > Ian, > I sent a PM. To others wondering, yes I have a basket bag design for a > Wald 137. > Seen

[RBW] Re: 3 very nice bikes at Stevie's Happy Bikes in Corrales, NM

Get out of my mind! Any idea if that Raleigh's a 21" or 23"? I'm guessing the former, which would save me from having to think twice, but the angle of the seat tube plus 27" wheels is throwing me a bit. Jeff "Super Bee or Soo-PAIR-bhuh?" Hagedorn Los Angeles, CA USA On Tuesday, February 16,

[RBW] Re: PSA: Coupled Saluki

I have a very early Saluki, which has Canti brakes. When did RBW switch to C/SP brakes? Michael On Tuesday, February 16, 2016 at 4:15:02 PM UTC-5, Joe Bernard wrote: > > Here's something you don't see every day. 54cm S coupled Saluki..and > it's red! The seller says it's a custom Steve Rex

[RBW] Re: Sorta FS post: Bags in Martexin Ranger Tan fabric.

Ian, I sent a PM. To others wondering, yes I have a basket bag design for a Wald 137. Seen here on my Clem: http://s821.photobucket.com/user/dabanzer/media/Rivendell%20Clem/805EC47D-5C61-468E-BF73-00FDFCF0BDC3_zpshljdmeyx.jpg.html?sort=3=3 I certainly can make these in a less eye-burning color

Re: [RBW] Re: Clemmin' Around

Note: Take care that if you want to use the Shimano Bar ends on the Sunrace body then you will want to use the special spacer that comes with the Shimano Bar ends that fits over the square thing on the bar end pod and has a tab on the shifter side for the shifter. The spacer that comes with the

[RBW] Re: 26" vs. 700c for touring/load hauling

We run 26" wheels on our touring tandem. We are a tall ( 6'1" & 5'9") and heavy (360 lbs) team. Add in a heavy steel frame at 40+ lbs, front and real panniers, water, etc and our touring weight runs around 430lbs, and day rides a bit over 400 lbs. Yet we have been riding the same 26", 36

[RBW] PSA: Coupled Saluki

Here's something you don't see every day. 54cm S coupled Saluki..and it's red! The seller says it's a custom Steve Rex spray, and the cream panel under the seattube decal is a neat not-like-stock detail. Somebody in the Bay Area or Sacramento nerds to hike up to Lake County and snap this up.

[RBW] 3 very nice bikes at Stevie's Happy Bikes in Corrales, NM

WHY YOU DO THIS, PATRICK? That Raleigh would be useless on my big hill, and would probably put me in traction carrying it upstairs to my apartment, but JUST LOOK AT IT. Ok, I'm gonna stop looking at it now. One more peek... -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google

[RBW] Re: 26" vs. 700c for touring/load hauling

Rivendell, more than any other bicycle source in the world, believes that wheel diameter should go along with frame size. There is no other bicycle manufacturer on earth that practices that theory more than Rivendell. There is nothing fundamentally wrong with 26" wheels for a really tall

Re: [RBW] Re: ROSCO mailing list

There might be some fun single-speeds coming out of this project, I'd wager. There might be some ULTRA-MEGA-EXPANDED frame designs to fit almost everybody with one frame size, since the fork choices are limited. Like a 'one-mixte-fits-all' kind of thing. It will be fun to see what he comes

Re: [RBW] 26" vs. 700c for touring/load hauling

Road wheels must be 26". Off road wheels must be 700C. Amen. On Tue, Feb 16, 2016 at 11:46 AM, john wrote: > I'm wondering about the difference in tire sizes for loaded touring. > > Wouldn't a 26" wheel work better for loaded touring, regardless of the > frame size? > >

Re: [RBW] Re: ROSCO mailing list

I'm holding out for a welded single-color Mystery Bike along the lines of what Pudge and Riv Chica Warrior have. With the diagatubes and tentacular stays and whatnot. Hey Grant!! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To

Re: [RBW] Re: ROSCO mailing list

My German friend pronounces both the L and the "buh" in Schwalbe. I started copying him. Philip www.biketinker.com On Monday, February 15, 2016 at 4:08:36 PM UTC-8, Lungimsam wrote: > > I like to say Shwahbeee. > But was told shwahb. > > I also say "Bler-ee-it" > -- You received this message

Re: [RBW] Re: Santa Barbara Mini Tour Ride Report.

Deacon: It was really great! Thanks! Yeah lots of sun for sure. And dialing in a ride feels awesome. Curtis: It really was. Glad you liked it. ~Hugh “Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep moving.” ― Albert Einstein http://velocipeedemusings.com/ On Tue, Feb 16,

Re: [RBW] Re: ROSCO mailing list

I signed up (what the heck!) Even though some of the bogeys here seem open ended & possibly dubious? I mean what could we be talking about here? Cargo Bikes, Beach Cruisers? And Economical!? Well, I am all about economy!!! But, anywayz sort of excited to see what happens & what direction this

Re: [RBW] Santa Barbara Mini Tour Ride Report.

Hugh, Looks like a great trip. Thanks for sharing. Curtis On Tue, Feb 16, 2016 at 10:45 AM, Hugh Smitham wrote: > No Strava or mapmyride but this did happen. > > Here > > Tail Winds, > > ~Hugh > > -- > You

Re: [RBW] 26" vs. 700c for touring/load hauling

As a former XO-1 owner I can tell you the smaller wheels accelerate faster and are probably a little easier on a slow grinding climb while loaded, but in the other end of the spectrum the larger wheels seem to maintain momentum better. I might go 26" if traveling to somewhere outof tge way,

[RBW] Re: Nitto Threadless Stem, Thomson Setback Seatpost, Nitto RM-013, Gran Comp EVO, Nitto Technomic Stem

Nitto RM-013 Handlebar and Nitto 80mm reach stem sold. On Tuesday, February 16, 2016 at 10:07:38 AM UTC-5, Philip Kim wrote: > > Nitto UI-71 threadless stem. 31.8 clamp, 80mm reach. Brand new (reference > ). > $95

[RBW] Re: Sorta FS post: Bags in Martexin Ranger Tan fabric.

I have the same question as Tim, I believe you posted in another thread with pictures of a hi-viz basket bag? I've tried to comment on other threads before and they haven't shown up, so maybe this time it will work...Would love a basket bag! -- You received this message because you are

[RBW] Re: FS: "Biketinkers Union" patches

It would be hard to mail one farther and still have it's destination be on this planet! What every happened to the Mars Rivendell contingent anyway? Grin. With abandon, Patrick On Tuesday, February 16, 2016 at 12:59:50 PM UTC-7, Philip Williamson wrote: > > New Zealand is the furthest-sent

[RBW] Tour Dem Parks, Hun! ride in Baltimore early bird registration open if any Rivriders who want to go.

This looks good, I will seriously consider 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

[RBW] Re: FS: "Biketinkers Union" patches

That is super cool. New Zealand is the furthest-sent patch I mailed out, too. Philip www.biketinker.com On Monday, February 15, 2016 at 6:53:16 PM UTC-8, Clayton wrote: > > I screwed the schedule up...Correction: First race is in New Zealand > > On Monday, February 15, 2016 at 8:58:37 AM

Re: [RBW] 26" vs. 700c for touring/load hauling

I am 6'2", touring on a Thorn with 26" wheels and am very comfortable if the frame is well designed it will work regardless of wheel size Also much easier to pack if you fly with your bike It was Grant who convinced me years ago on 26" wheels but on larger frames he didn't like the extra long

Re: [RBW] 26" vs. 700c for touring/load hauling

It's like we attend the same meetings and drink the same kool-aid-laced #coffeeoutside. Grin. With abandon, Patrick On Tuesday, February 16, 2016 at 12:02:11 PM UTC-7, Tim Gavin wrote: > > > Grant designs the frames to have roughly the same tire clearance for each > wheel size, so each size

[RBW] Re: 26" vs. 700c for touring/load hauling

What about relative wheel strength? 26" is smaller, shorter spokes, stronger wheel...? In theory, but I bet the real-world difference is small, all things being equal. On Tuesday, February 16, 2016 at 10:46:53 AM UTC-8, john wrote: > > I'm wondering about the difference in tire sizes for loaded

Re: [RBW] Re: ROSCO mailing list

Patrick, thinking upon such meaninglessness will drive you crazy. Especially while walking through a Toyota lot. Corolla? Camry? Prius? At least Avalon is a real word! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from

Re: [RBW] 26" vs. 700c for touring/load hauling

Some folks believe that 26" wheels are best for touring because of their widespread availability. I.e., if you're touring in Borneo you'll still find tires, tubes, and wheels. Other than parts availability, I don't believe that one wheel size has an inherent advantage over the others.

[RBW] Re: 26" vs. 700c for touring/load hauling

I'm thinking if your legs are short, a 26" is fine. But if you're 6'3" and all limbs like me, it has to be 700c. If nothing else, just to have acceptable pedal clearance. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe

[RBW] Re: 26" vs. 700c for touring/load hauling

A wheel is a wheel is a wheel. There are different characteristics to different sizes, but no "ideal". As near as I can tell looking at Grant's offerings, he sizes the wheel to the frame which is presumably sized to the rider. That makes far more sense to me than does 26" for all MTBs or other

[RBW] Santa Barbara Mini Tour Ride Report.

No Strava or mapmyride but this did happen. Here 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

[RBW] Re: Santa Barbara Mini Tour Ride Report.

What a great time with your bro, Hugh! That's a lot of sun and beautiful terrain. Always good to dial things in, and it sounds like you are more comfortable with the Atlantis sale. Success all round! With abandon, Patrick On Tuesday, February 16, 2016 at 11:45:03 AM UTC-7, Hugh Smitham wrote:

[RBW] 26" vs. 700c for touring/load hauling

I'm wondering about the difference in tire sizes for loaded touring. Wouldn't a 26" wheel work better for loaded touring, regardless of the frame size? Why therefore doesn't Rivendell offer 26" wheels in their larger touring-capable frames, like the Atlantis and Hunq? What am I missing here?

[RBW] Re: Sorta FS post: Bags in Martexin Ranger Tan fabric.

Fabric ordered for those who pre-ordered. I ordered a little extra so if anyone is still interested I can make a few more bags. David Chicago -- 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: Old Man Petersen decal

looks great! I've sent a picture of a dead president and hope that results in some decals coming back my way. One will go on the pending re spray of an old Nashbar Japanese frame. Thread drift: that frame has a brandywine red Imron original coat. I'm bringing my Riv Road spare fork, and which

[RBW] Tour Dem Parks, Hun! ride in Baltimore early bird registration open if any Rivriders who want to go.

Tour Dem Parks, Hun! is 35 mile a ride through Baltimore city MUPS, streets, and parks and stops at some gems along the way. Looks like a laid back and fun ride. Would be cool to meet up at the start and ride Rivendells together. *Date*: Sunday, June 12, 2016 - *Year*: 14th annual (June

[RBW] Re: What's in a Rivendell name?

On this same topic - I wish I had not bought two bikes so I could afford one Riv! LOL -- 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] Re: FS: "Biketinkers Union" patches

That's a cool idea. Couture aprons. Some pockets, a loop for a rag? Brown? Philip www.biketinker.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

Re: [RBW] Re: ROSCO mailing list

Well! About all I have to say to that, in my best Balmerese is: Ram- boo- lay, Hun! -- 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] Nitto Threadless Stem, Thomson Setback Seatpost, Nitto RM-013, Gran Comp EVO, Nitto Technomic Stem

Nitto UI-71 threadless stem. 31.8 clamp, 80mm reach. Brand new (reference ). $95 shipped Thomson Setback Seatpost 27.2 diameter 250mm length. Brand new. $65 shipped Nitto RM-013 handlebar. Listed as 48cm size drop to

Re: [RBW] Quickbeam on the Range

I love it, Thom! There is a stretch on this ride I think of as flat, but it's actually 22mph going north, and 15 going south. With abandon, Patrick On Monday, February 15, 2016 at 8:52:06 PM UTC-7, Thom Goodmann wrote: > > Great ride . . . had the QB out yesterday, and it felt so good that I am

Re: [RBW] Re: ROSCO mailing list

yes, and then there's anglicizing of all French proper names... On Tuesday, February 16, 2016 at 6:03:04 AM UTC-6, islaysteve wrote: > > Lungimsam please just don't. If you must pronounce the T in Bleriot, at > least switch to Blue Riot (with apologies to the list member who invented > Blue

Re: [RBW] Re: ROSCO mailing list

Lungimsam please just don't. If you must pronounce the T in Bleriot, at least switch to Blue Riot (with apologies to the list member who invented Blue Riot!). ; ). -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this

Re: [RBW] Re: ROSCO mailing list

After pulling Joe's leg, I thought more about Shimano model names, and damn if they are not very weird indeed -- as weird in their own way as proprietary drug names (Sidafex: good for *all* your ills.) Deore? Ultegra? Exage? Sante? Dura Ace? From what abyssal mental sink do these bubble forth?