[RBW] Re: Rancid Proofhide

Beard balm...now that's something RBW should sell. -- 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

Re: [RBW] Re: My first Roadeo, built and ridden!

Hi Tim, Your Rodeo looks awesome and I love the colors. I had Campy 10 speed 53/39 crankset with 13/27 cassette when I bought my used Rodeo. I love all the Campy but I live on top of a hill. I ended up changing out the crankset and BB to a White Industries VBC 44/28. All I had to do was lower t

[RBW] Re: Frame geometry comparison question(s)...

That's what I thought. Thanks! On Wednesday, February 24, 2016, Bill Lindsay wrote: > Yes, it should be easy to set up a 61 Atlantis and a 61 Hilsen to fit > identically, because all the important fit-geometry numbers are identical. > > On Wednesday, February 24, 2016 at 4:30:54 PM UTC-8, René w

Re: [RBW] Re: WTB: 46/30 subcompact/cyclotourist/wide-low crankset

You always have a line ready, don't ya! ;-) KJ On Wednesday, February 24, 2016 at 7:53:56 PM UTC-5, Bill Lindsay wrote: > > If I win the crankset at $93, I'll gladly take the rings and sell the bare > arms for $102.50. ;-) > > On Wednesday, February 24, 2016 at 4:36:42 PM UTC-8, Kieran J wr

[RBW] Re: Frame geometry comparison question(s)...

Yes, it should be easy to set up a 61 Atlantis and a 61 Hilsen to fit identically, because all the important fit-geometry numbers are identical. On Wednesday, February 24, 2016 at 4:30:54 PM UTC-8, René wrote: > > As far as I can tell, the 61 Atlantis frame is identical to the 61 Homer > frame

[RBW] Re: Rancid Proofhide

If the Brooks website is to be believed, the primary ingredients for the current recipe are tallow and cod oil. Probably why they recommend keeping the tin in the freezer. Efficacy has probably not diminished, but the only good smelling ingredient is the last on the list, and I don't see citron

Re: [RBW] Re: WTB: 46/30 subcompact/cyclotourist/wide-low crankset

If I win the crankset at $93, I'll gladly take the rings and sell the bare arms for $102.50. ;-) On Wednesday, February 24, 2016 at 4:36:42 PM UTC-8, Kieran J wrote: > > For reference, these NOS bare arms sold recently: > > LINK >

Re: [RBW] Re: WTB: 46/30 subcompact/cyclotourist/wide-low crankset

For reference, these NOS bare arms sold recently: LINK KJ On Wednesday, February 24, 2016 at 5:12:27 PM UTC-5, Bill Lindsay wrote: > > My bid is in. I bid $93. If any of

[RBW] Re: Rancid Proofhide

Someone mix butter with your Prooftide? There shouldn't be anything in Prooftide to go rancid. Mine (beeswax, coconut oil, and a few other oils, essentially the same as my beard balm, lasts for years at room temperature. With abandon, Patrick On Tuesday, February 23, 2016 at 7:06:10 PM UTC-7, L

[RBW] Frame geometry comparison question(s)...

As far as I can tell, the 61 Atlantis frame is identical to the 61 Homer frame. There are only two differences I can tell from the geometry charts and one is irrelevant to me. - the rake of the forks is different, which means the front center is different - the slope of the top tubes is different,

[RBW] Re: Rancid Proofhide

Sounds like someone borrowed a dollop of your proofide and replaced it with sno-seal :p. i have a 5 year old tin of proofide that's been left open on occasion and it smells fine? On Tuesday, February 23, 2016 at 6:06:10 PM UTC-8, Lungimsam wrote: > > Bought about 2 years ago(?). > No longer has

[RBW] Re: Rancid Proofhide

I think it will keep. I buy old mucilin tins (the real thing) for charging braided leaders for fly fishing - the synthetic replacement doesn't work near as well. On Tuesday, February 23, 2016 at 8:06:10 PM UTC-6, Lungimsam wrote: > > Bought about 2 years ago(?). > No longer has that dreamy Pr

[RBW] Re: "Store Credit" on BLUG

The notice was removed... so have all five slots been taken? Cool. - Andrew, Berkeley On Wednesday, February 24, 2016 at 3:49:08 PM UTC-8, Lungimsam wrote: > > Wow! 3 people already did it. > > > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch"

[RBW] Re: "Store Credit" on BLUG

Wow! 3 people already did it. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send e

Re: [RBW] Re: "Store Credit" on BLUG

Yes, Riv jerseys would be nice. We don't all want to ride in RR shirts ( not that there's anything wrong with it!) Gravel n Grind advertised that they were trying to do a run of nice wool jerseys. I don't know if that came to pass, as I didn't order. I should have. -- You received this mes

Re: [RBW] Re: "Store Credit" on BLUG

+ 1 for Rivendell jerseys. Add front pockets and button placket! On Wed, Feb 24, 2016 at 3:49 PM, Eric wrote: > Maybe something w/ the update about changing all the geometry for longer > chainstays also plays into this. > > I for one don't want longer stays, Riv's are already very generous but

[RBW] Re: "Store Credit" on BLUG

Maybe something w/ the update about changing all the geometry for longer chainstays also plays into this. I for one don't want longer stays, Riv's are already very generous but did prompt me to investigate a possible purchase. And again, they really need to stop selling kitchy stuff like cheese

Re: [RBW] Re: "Store Credit" on BLUG

>From all the exciting stuff coming out I think Rivendell is doing fine. The pre-sale method is not unique to Rivendell, and is really a brilliant way to manage cash flow. Even better is Acorn's "pay with order" but what's workable on $100 items would be a stretch for a $2,000 item. Busines

Re: [RBW] Re: WTB: 46/30 subcompact/cyclotourist/wide-low crankset

My bid is in. I bid $93. If any of you want it really bad and want to bid over me, I won't cry or get mad. Bill On Wednesday, February 24, 2016 at 12:23:42 PM UTC-8, jbu...@gmail.com wrote: > > Bill, > > Let me/us know, before I become the bidder N>1 for the Ritcheys. Don't > want to get

Re: [RBW] Clems for Kids

> > My 7 year old has been riding a 24" wheeled Giant mtn bike for a coupla > years. I had a buddy that was sponsored by Fairdale bikes & they sent him a > small instead of medium Weekender > > to race cyclocross. Rather

[RBW] Re: FS - Nitto lugged stem, handlebars, etc.

Sorry. My bad: the Nitto Noodles are 42cm: https://www.flickr.com/photos/bikecrazy-paul/24613998873/in/album-72157660981689094/ Paul Germain Midlothian, Va. On Tuesday, February 23, 2016 at 6:32:20 PM UTC-5, Bikie#4646 wrote: > > Left over from a recent frameset sale: bars, levers, stem as follow

Re: [RBW] Re: WTB: 46/30 subcompact/cyclotourist/wide-low crankset

Bill, Let me/us know, before I become the bidder N>1 for the Ritcheys. Don't want to get into an unnecessary arm wrestle within these good ranks. LOVE the 94bcd. =- Joe Bunik Walnut Creek, CA On 2/24/16, Bill Lindsay wrote: > Holy crap, I might bid on those cranks just to get the rings, which

Re: [RBW] Re: WTB: 46/30 subcompact/cyclotourist/wide-low crankset

I'll sometimes rig up a crankset with Willow rings just to see if it'll sell on eBay. No bites on the Exage. :( If anyone wants an ugly crank with nice rings, I'll sell for much less than eBay price. David Chicago On Wednesday, February 24, 2016 at 2:19:54 PM UTC-6, David Banzer wrote: > > They

Re: [RBW] Re: WTB: 46/30 subcompact/cyclotourist/wide-low crankset

They certainly are ugly, and certainly wouldn't look right on a Roadeo. I don't want them for any bikes I have hence the sale. If you find a 110/74 crank without chainrings and do want to go that route with a chainguard, I do have 46/30 chainrings that'd fit. David Chicago On Wednesday, Februar

Re: [RBW] small sized wool clothing for sale

PM sent, did you get it? On Sat, Feb 20, 2016 at 10:27 PM, Jenny wrote: > Keep warm and toasty with wool clothes! Prices do not include shipping. > Shipping will be via USPS. > > - Ibex, used, Arm Warmers, Size S, Grey, $10 > - Ibex, new, Ws, Size S, 100% merino wool, Giro Short Sleeve Cycling

Re: [RBW] Re: WTB: 46/30 subcompact/cyclotourist/wide-low crankset

Thanks for completing the circle for me. I should have known that, given the new Willow rings. I spent some time on his site this morning going over the Tripleizer options for my existing 135 bcd crank, but decided that I'd prefer a double. I respect David Banzer highly, and I treasure the Rando

Re: [RBW] Re: WTB: 46/30 subcompact/cyclotourist/wide-low crankset

Those ugly cranks belong to our own David Banzer, he of Treetop bags. Jeff Hagedorn Los Angeles, CA USA On Wednesday, February 24, 2016 at 11:40:57 AM UTC-8, Tim Gavin wrote: > > > > On Wed, Feb 24, 2016 at 1:30 PM, sameness > > wrote: > >> Tears are falling into someone's new Treetop saddle bag

Re: [RBW] Re: WTB: 46/30 subcompact/cyclotourist/wide-low crankset

On Wed, Feb 24, 2016 at 1:30 PM, sameness wrote: > Tears are falling into someone's new Treetop saddle bag. > > Jeff Hagedorn > Los Angeles, CA USA > > Perhaps your irony is a bit obtuse, but I'm not sure what you're getting at here. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to th

Re: [RBW] Re: WTB: 46/30 subcompact/cyclotourist/wide-low crankset

On Wed, Feb 24, 2016 at 1:36 PM, Bill Lindsay wrote: > Holy crap, I might bid on those cranks just to get the rings, which are 29 > and 44 (not 46). > > > On Wednesday, February 24, 2016 at 11:30:33 AM UTC-8, Kieran J wrote: >> >> There's a beautiful NOS Ritchey Logic Compact 46/29 double on ther

[RBW] Re: WTB: 46/30 subcompact/cyclotourist/wide-low crankset

Holy crap, I might bid on those cranks just to get the rings, which are 29 and 44 (not 46). On Wednesday, February 24, 2016 at 11:30:33 AM UTC-8, Kieran J wrote: > > There's a beautiful NOS Ritchey Logic Compact 46/29 double on there now: > > LINK >

Re: [RBW] Re: Weird shimmy when climbing standing on the pedals

Thanks all for the suggestions and insights! Will keep you posted on the changes/adjustments I make and their effects. René On Tue, Feb 23, 2016 at 3:33 PM, Patrick Moore wrote: > I can't speak about Nitto racks, but even the 11 oz Tubus Fly is so rigid > that it doesn't sway under 40 lb, and

Re: [RBW] Re: WTB: 46/30 subcompact/cyclotourist/wide-low crankset

I don't dispute that the Exage cranks are ugly. The Sakae on is also 170mm. Since I do that search frequently, I usually don't buy unless the price is <$50 shipped. Filing the teeth off a 52 to make a chainguard out of it takes about 20 minutes. Don't let that be a barrier to you, unless y

Re: [RBW] Re: WTB: 46/30 subcompact/cyclotourist/wide-low crankset

Tears are falling into someone's new Treetop saddle bag. Jeff Hagedorn Los Angeles, CA USA On Wednesday, February 24, 2016 at 11:18:58 AM UTC-8, Tim Gavin wrote: > > In my judgment, they don't have a good value proposition when compared to > the Grand Cru 50.4. > 1. They're ugly >

[RBW] Re: WTB: 46/30 subcompact/cyclotourist/wide-low crankset

There's a beautiful NOS Ritchey Logic Compact 46/29 double on there now: LINK Not sure about your preferences on Q-factor - these will not be super narrow, bu

Re: [RBW] Re: WTB: 46/30 subcompact/cyclotourist/wide-low crankset

I see those as well, Bill. In my judgment, they don't have a good value proposition when compared to the Grand Cru 50.4. 1. They're ugly ,

Re: [RBW] Re: WTB: 46/30 subcompact/cyclotourist/wide-low crankset

I see two cranksets on ebay with 52/46/30 and one of those has 175mm arms. It's $99 with apparently new Willow rings. Crankset 1 My ebay se

[RBW] WTB: 46/30 subcompact/cyclotourist/wide-low crankset

Hi Tim, I have a new Velo Orange polished 46x30 with guard I have had for a year. It was new in box until last weekend when I installed it on a new project, but I don't like the look on this bike . It is 175mm length. The box says Grand Cru, but it is not like the current 50.4 bolt center ones.

Re: [RBW] Re: WTB: 46/30 subcompact/cyclotourist/wide-low crankset

Bill, thanks for your pointers! Yes, I'm looking for a 175 mm crank arm. 172.5 would probably be OK. I'd consider a triple-converted-to-chainguard-plus double, but it would need to have the correct rings. Changing rings always ends up costing as much or more than getting the right rings to star

[RBW] Re: WTB: 46/30 subcompact/cyclotourist/wide-low crankset

Maybe it doesn't matter to you, or maybe you've overlooked it. My apologies in advance if it was deliberate, but most people on this small family of boards are pretty persnickety about crank arm length. If you care what crank arm length you are looking for, you should probably tell your prosp

[RBW] Re: A Singer in my size available! But....

Anybody else notice that blue Nobilette Herse in the sale section? Kind of a weird (and vaguely worded) background explanation attached to it. It would be interesting to know the actual brake drop and 650b tire clearance. LINK

[RBW] WTB: 46/30 subcompact/cyclotourist/wide-low crankset

I'm looking for a wide-low crankset for my Roadeo, to provide adequately low gearing with a 12-28 cassette. I'd like: * 46/30 or similar gearing. 48/32, or odd-numbered near facsimiles would probably work ok. I'm not interested in a 110 mm BCD compact; I want a smaller inner BCD. * Silver arms a

Re: [RBW] Clems for Kids

Mark, I felt like an ass when it dawned on me that I had purchased the very frame you introduced to discussion. I can be awkward and slow that way. When I saw some 45's with white trim become available, I called Vince and changed our order. I love that white trim! So if you have interest, ther

[RBW] Yet another late winter FS list (Clem Smith, Nitto/MAP/XT cockpit, Choco moose, etc.)

Working but interested in map bar setup. Thanks! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to th

Re: [RBW] Stealing bikes

J-Smooth That's the Betty you bought from me, right? It's good to see her out and about Bill On Monday, February 22, 2016 at 8:05:28 PM UTC-8, Justin August wrote: > > Proof: https://m.flickr.com/#/photos/justinaugust/25206396235/ -- You received this message because you are subscribed to th

Re: [RBW] Re: My first Roadeo, built and ridden!

Thanks for the mirror info, Tim. Enjoy your new ride! -- 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] Yet another late winter FS list (Clem Smith, Nitto/MAP/XT cockpit, Choco moose, etc.)

Colleagues, Inspired by all the recent selling activity, I too have gone through my parts bins and have some items I’m offering here before they go to ebay. If you have questions, please ask. Thanks, David Sprunger Fargo, ND -Clem Smith frame, blue, 59 cm. $800. Has the headset, bottom brac

Re: [RBW] Re: My first Roadeo, built and ridden!

On Wed, Feb 24, 2016 at 10:41 AM, Paul G wrote: > I've been using the VO 46/30 MkII crank for a couple hundred miles now and > have had no problems. It basically goes unnoticed when riding and looks > really nice when I'm not. I used the recommended 118mm BB width on my 61cm > Roadeo, but would h

Re: [RBW] Re: My first Roadeo, built and ridden!

I've been using the VO 46/30 MkII crank for a couple hundred miles now and have had no problems. It basically goes unnoticed when riding and looks really nice when I'm not. I used the recommended 118mm BB width on my 61cm Roadeo, but would have preferred a 115 for a slightly better chainline. Th

[RBW] Re: No bike parking lockable signs? What's going on these days???

Our local hardware store now allows me to park my bike by the cashiers since (a) they know us so well and (b) they love the look of the bike. Of course they also display a classic cars in their entry occasionally. I also do most of my grocery shopping at Whole Foods now despite my feelings ab

[RBW] Re: Stealing bikes

I wanted to buy my wife a Cheviot for the same reason. She saw through the ruse and vetoed the plan. You're a lucky man, Justin! John On Monday, February 22, 2016 at 10:15:09 AM UTC-8, Justin August wrote: > > ...from your own family! > > Last night I decided that I was going to abscond with m

Re: [RBW] Re: My first Roadeo, built and ridden!

Thanks for all the compliments! On Tue, Feb 23, 2016 at 8:17 AM, RJM wrote: > > I don't have one, but allow me to spend your money in my imagination...I > would think that Compass Bikes Rene Herse crank would be killer for a > Roadeo. > > The Rene Herse cranks are gorgeous, but I don't want to

[RBW] Re: A Singer in my size available! But....

It rides well, too, but will be happiest with 25-28mm tires. Cheers, Will William M deRosset Fort Collins CO -- 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: looking for a Nitto 34f front rack, or reassurance, or advice or something

Robert, I may have one sitting in my pile o'parts closet. Let me dig it out to check CHEERS! Wally On Tuesday, February 23, 2016 at 2:04:28 AM UTC-5, Robert Liebermann wrote: > > Having decided I really like my current Surly front rack's configuration > (high/low possibility, top rack, s

[RBW] Re: "Store Credit" on BLUG

I seem to remember Riv doing something similar in the past, but the amount was much smaller and it was opened to more numbers of people. I would imagine doing it this way lessens the amount of paperwork/checking up/mistakes that could be made. One thing is for sure, if someone is looking to pi

Re: [RBW] No bike parking lockable signs? What's going on these days???

Now? Maybe. I also happen to check all the boxes of privilege: White. Male. Cis-gender. Culturally bland in dress. I got stopped more when I had a beard that you could build a birdhouse in. Nearly every time I flew, in fact. -J -- You received this message because you are subscribed to th

[RBW] Re: No bike parking lockable signs? What's going on these days???

Businesses should have some responsibility, but this sounds like city infrastructure changes that don't have bikes in mind. Your description sounds like lack of bike parking on city sidewalks, rather than on private property. I'd complain to my alderman, city council, reps, or whatever you have,

Re: [RBW] No bike parking lockable signs? What's going on these days???

On 02/24/2016 01:16 AM, Justin August wrote: I apply the same attitude to bike carrying/locking as I did tony early days as a music journalist. I would get asked how I got certain interviews and exclusives - my response was that I just walked back, past security and whomever else like I was su

Re: [RBW] FS - Paul, Thompson, White Industries, Berthoud, Phil, Surly

Missed original FS message. Can you resend? > On Feb 24, 2016, at 6:50 AM, Tony DeFilippo wrote: > > Berthoud bag is sold. > > Feel free to make an offer on any other item if your interested! > > Tony > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups > "RBW Own

[RBW] My first Roadeo, built and ridden!

Tim, I'll join the others to say that the color combo is a real winner on the Rodeo. Your choice of saddle and tape match my taste and compliment the build perfectly, IMO. A minor question, what mirror did you use, and how do you like it? Thanks for sharing, Steve -- You received this messag

Re: [RBW] Re: "Store Credit" on BLUG

It will be interesting to see if this works out for Riv, trading inventory for quick cash. I was reading some old bike forum posts recently and was reminded of the membership feature that they used to have. It generated some flak on the mainstream forum, but what else is new? Lungimsam, Grant

[RBW] FS - Paul, Thompson, White Industries, Berthoud, Phil, Surly

Berthoud bag is sold. Feel free to make an offer on any other item if your interested! Tony -- 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-bunc

[RBW] Re: FS: Baggins Hobo and Boxy Bags

Hello Conway, I responded privately. Thanks, - Frank On Tuesday, February 23, 2016 at 6:55:43 PM UTC-5, frank_a wrote: > > Hi All, > All I ever use is a Candy bar Bag and small saddle pouch so these are up > for sale: > > Baggins Hobo bag in nice condition. I always wanted one of these, boug

[RBW] Re: My first Roadeo, built and ridden!

What a great bike, Tim That the one really has the bait for me. Your build makes me nostalgic for the New Success group I used on a '91 RB-1. Got it on a coupon deal at Interbike for attending a training session Sachs put on to expand exposure to their IGHs and conglomerate groups. I was reall

[RBW] looking for a Nitto 34f front rack, or reassurance, or advice or something

I show Ben's to have 2 in stock. $209. I am running one and am liking the form and function. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bun