Re: [RBW] Re: Clem vs. Joe A, sizing...

Not sure about the Chev/Clem part of your questions, but regarding Hillborne/Homer, you are basically right. The only detail I'll add is that the Hillborne was introduced as a bike that is halfway between Homer and Atlantis. Having ridden both, I think Homer is faster. On Mar 13, 2016, at

[RBW] Re: choco-moose versus bullmoose

I am actually interested in this as well. I'm curious to hear how any choco owners in general like their bars, and more specifically do you find yourself using the flats (with that nice little curve) or is that too narrow or uncomfortable and you find yourself using the grip area more. -- You

[RBW] choco-moose versus bullmoose

Hi, I was wondering if any mtb riders might chime in the merits of one bar over the other for a Hunqapillar? The wisdom of this board is appreciated, as always. Jim S. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from

[RBW] Re: FS:nitto stuff, acorn bag, filson jacket, woolrich, odds & ends, free stuff.

Drew-- Are there photos of the Lone Star panniers available? I have Tubus Tara front racks. Apparently there are difficulties fitting earlier Lone Stars on the Taras. You can compare older and newer LS panniers at

[RBW] Just Bought a Heron Randonneur

I can still barely walk but I managed to ride it 6 miles today. The B17 is new to me (always had racier stuff). Going to take some getting used to but I think I'll like it. I'm going stir crazy! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch"

Re: [RBW] Re: Pass & Stow Porteur Rack Experiences.

I saw the Potluck rack on the Box Dog Bikes webstore so it looks like they've got them in stock there. As far as the Pass & Stow i'm glad to see all the praise, I've been wanting to get one but I just haven't pulled the trigger yet. On Saturday, March 12, 2016 at 7:20:17 PM UTC-5, Pudge wrote:

[RBW] Re: Clem vs. Joe A, sizing...

Wasn't the Hillborne more or less literally just a Homer-like bike with the expanded geo/fewer sizes and made in Taiwan things? That was the impression I always got from the Readers when they announced them, anyway. I wonder if the rider weight thing with the Chev is the step-through and lack

[RBW] Re: Cheviot sizing help

I have an 80 PBH and comfortably fit a 51cm SH and 48 or 51 Hunq (went 48 for more standover clearance for trail riding). I briefly had a 55cm Cheviot but sold it. One primary reason being that I missed the top tube since I was constantly lugging it up and down stairs. But also because it felt

[RBW] Re: Clem vs. Joe A, sizing...

that's an interesting table that zed posted. im sort of surprised that the cheviot can handle more loads (but less rider weight) than a hillborne, and that the hilsen and hillborne are so similarly maxed out. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW

[RBW] Re: Pass & Stow Porteur Rack Experiences.

No mention yet of the SOMA porteur here, but I've been using it for 4+ years on my commuter, and I can't recommend it highly enough. I've carried everything from 30 pounds of books to an old Weber grill that I found on the side of the road, disassembled, and strapped on. Putting a basket on a

[RBW] Cheviot sizing help

GM, I have a 60cm Cheviot awaiting parts for a build. If you live near Washington, D.C., you are welcome to check it out. I will second Patrick's advice to give RBW a call; they are super helpful. Congrats on the baby. Erl -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google

Re: [RBW] Is there a practical alternative to a Roadeo for lightweight yet comfortable build?

We are a three Gunnar family over here. I've got a sport and crosshairs and my wife just got a roadie last year. I've got quite a lot I've written about my happiness over these bikes at my blog: http://reno-rambler.blogspot.com/search?q=gunnar+sport May be more info for the conversation...

[RBW] Is there a practical alternative to a Roadeo for lightweight yet comfortable build?

Pierre, Have you looked at the Soma San Marcos? It's super light. Built up with racks, fenders and non light weight parts it's easily 23lb. I have the 51 lb -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group

[RBW] Re: Cheviot sizing help

With a PBH somewhere in the 91.5-92 cm range, I had the same questions when I bought my Hunq and AHH. I decided to go with the larger frame (62 and 65 respectively) in both cases and do not regret the decisions. Adjustments to effective TT length can be made up or compensated for in saddle

[RBW] Re: Bullmoose fitting, what's it similar too?

Forgot to mention one thing: When I am climbing steep and bumpy (unpaved) ascent, gripping near center of the bars for forward-leaned position allows little leverage, so I have some difficulty maneuvering my bike. When I grip ends, my hands are too far apart, and my body is in too much upright

[RBW] Re: Cheviot sizing help

Give Grant and Co. a call. Many of us have been in the same boat as you, living far away. They sized me perfectly. With abandon, Patrick On Sunday, March 13, 2016 at 3:39:12 PM UTC-6, gentlemanmark wrote: > > I am hoping to buy a Cheviot this summer when the new bikes arrive. > -- You

[RBW] Just Bought a Heron Randonneur

I vote for the Berthoud GB model, in whatever height will meet your handlebars at the height you need for the decalleur. Blue color. You can get them with/without carry straps, with/without side pockets, leather buckles or elastic bands. I like the elastic closure bands. I use side pockets for

Re: [RBW] Re: How to Determine the "Correct" Tire Pressure?

Rene, In my experience the most obvious sign is the noise the tire makes in contact with the ground and it just sounds off. Also the immediate and troubling sign is a lack of confidence when cornering, a feeling as if the bike could easily lose traction and spill over when cornering tight

[RBW] Just Bought a Heron Randonneur

Frank, Welcome. That is a great looking bike. Best wishes for a speedy recovery. Erl -- 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] Cheviot sizing help

I am hoping to buy a Cheviot this summer when the new bikes arrive. My problem is getting the right size. According to the Riv website, I should get a 60. pbh 85.5 / 5' 10.5 ht. A liitle heavy. However, I keep reading how "huge the 60 cm is. I live way too far from Walnut Creek or any other Riv

[RBW] Re: Just Bought a Heron Randonneur

I apologize in advance for these replies to be disjointed but being a new member my posts are still being moderated (I'll be nice, moderators, I promise!) and there is a delay. Anyway, this was from Massachusetts. I'm leaning more and more towards spending the money on the GB, but I seem to

Re: [RBW] Riv 650b vs. Riv 700c rbike ride quality diffs?

I think the only reasonably direct comparison would be a 57 AHH and either a 56 or a 58. I believe RBWs position would be that with the same width tires those bike would ride the same. A 55 or 57 Roadeo will be more responsive/less stable than a 56 AHH but I think that is more about the design

Re: [RBW] Riv 650b vs. Riv 700c rbike ride quality diffs?

It's all about the wider tires. They are simply more comfortable. I rode the Ram 700c/650b and they handle similarly, but the 650b with 42 mm tires just rides more comfortably and feels much more stable. My Roadeo 700c is quicker handling in terms of steering input compared to a Hilsen 650b,

[RBW] Re: PSA: 56cm Rambouillet on Los Angeles Craigslist

Not trying to convince you to do anything - just complete my own thoughts, at this point. I just checked again to see if my recollection was wrong, but it isn't. Ram is indeed shorter than the same size Quickbeam, despite charts saying otherwise. (It's closer to a cm difference than a

[RBW] Riv 650b vs. Riv 700c rbike ride quality diffs?

Any? Or do they ride the same between the two wheel sizes. Between different models. Or among the same models with different wheel sizes. -- 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: Shoulder strap on a Sackville bag?

It should hold fine, though the bag will naturally have a tendency to flip over on it's own. Adding d-rings to the top sides of the bag shouldn't be difficult if you have a sewing machine or want to handstitch them. David Chicago On Sunday, March 13, 2016 at 2:32:45 PM UTC-5, Esteban wrote: > >

[RBW] Re: PSA: 56cm Rambouillet on Los Angeles Craigslist

Oops.. I meant 52, ,54, or 56. -- 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] Shoulder strap on a Sackville bag?

Has anyone attached a shoulder strap to the clasps sewn onto the sides of a Sackville Shopsack? They This pulls up on the straps/clasps, rather than "down" because of the direction of the clasps for basket attachment. https://www.flickr.com/photos/25671211@N02/25762991365/in/dateposted-public/

[RBW] Re: PSA: 56cm Rambouillet on Los Angeles Craigslist

Charts. http://www.cyclofiend.com/rbw/rambouillet/rambflyer/17.html My 53 Bleriot is a 77.5 so with a 54.5 TT and I love it. But I use a 6cm stem with Noodles and bars a little below saddle. Fisful of seatpost. So I don't want to experiment with anything longer. I have a short reach. 5'7" 81

[RBW] Re: Is there a practical alternative to a Roadeo for lightweight yet comfortable build?

In addition to the Gunnar mentioned, a Waterford 22-series lugged bike is about the same price as a Roadeo, depending on the options. You won't get the Rivendell niceties but you will get what you are looking for. > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups

Re: [RBW] Re: Is there a practical alternative to a Roadeo for lightweight yet comfortable build?

Hard to tell on the stiffness. Very interesting though. I've been looking at the Lynskey Salsa bikes, thinking that's a great option. The rear drop outs on this bike are hideous looking though... yuck. I get the reasoning behind them, but don't care for bikes that try to be all things to everyone.

[RBW] Re: PSA: 56cm Rambouillet on Los Angeles Craigslist

Are you looking at the geometry charts and saying you like shorter top tubes than this particular bike features, or are you saying you prefer shorter top tubes as a general preference? If the later, you might still consider. I can't remember where it's written, but Grant once said

Re: [RBW] Re: Clem vs. Joe A, sizing...

That is certainly true when one is young; I did very fast and moderately long (50-60 mile) rides as a teenager under the equatorial sun (tho' at 5-6-7K feet) on an Indian roadster and various home builts. In my 30s my road bars were 6" below saddle an my riding position was AFU; in my 40s to mid

[RBW] Re: Just Bought a Heron Randonneur

Nice Setup. Was that the 54cm Heron from Dupont WA, per chance? -- 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: Is there a practical alternative to a Roadeo for lightweight yet comfortable build?

Bruce, I am oldish and need bars up high, but still like to avoid aesthetic of high riser stem. The Carver design was the best way I knew how to have some aesthetic and some comfort. By the way I did a pay a bit more to have butted downtube and and more stout chainstays. The best overall road

Re: [RBW] Re: Is there a practical alternative to a Roadeo for lightweight yet comfortable build?

Cool bike, Ed! On Sun, Mar 13, 2016 at 9:27 AM, eflayer wrote: > > > On Saturday, March 12, 2016 at 12:45:38 PM UTC-8, Pierre wrote: > >> Hi bunch, >> >> I found myself increasingly attracted to the the idea of a lightweight >> (sub-20lbs) Roadeo build. >> >> But I already

Re: [RBW] Re: Is there a practical alternative to a Roadeo for lightweight yet comfortable build?

Really nice Eddie. By getting the custom you got a taller headtube so you can keep your carbon steerer tube at recommended 30-40mm height. You also get to use a normal rise stem. These are all things I'm sacraficing with my Ritchey. You have a sweet Ti road bike. Bruce On Sun, Mar 13, 2016 at

Re: [RBW] Re: Is there a practical alternative to a Roadeo for lightweight yet comfortable build?

Hi Eddie, sounds very interesting. So which model did you purchase and do you happen to have any pictures you can share? I'd love to see your setup. Cheers, Bruce "Ti and steel loving" Smitham On Sun, Mar 13, 2016 at 8:57 AM, eflayer wrote: > Regarding Carver Bikes. The

[RBW] Re: Is there a practical alternative to a Roadeo for lightweight yet comfortable build?

Regarding Carver Bikes. The Gravel Grinder is built by Lynsky and it not a custom to your spec. Other than country of origin, I can pretty much guarantee that the Eastern made frame will be to your absolute liking. And you can then work with Davis to design it exactly the way you want it.

Re: [RBW] Re: Is there a practical alternative to a Roadeo for lightweight yet comfortable build?

That looks like a great frame with a bunch of modern features like the tapered headtube. I wonder how it rides and if it is too stiff for road riding. On Saturday, March 12, 2016 at 10:10:38 PM UTC-6, cyclot...@gmail.com wrote: > > Interestingly, the one that catches my eye there says MUSA: >

[RBW] Re: PSA: 56cm Rambouillet on Los Angeles Craigslist

I like blue Rambouillets the best. I fall in the category of a 56, but I like shorter TT's so I would get a 54 if I were to get one. -- 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: Ditched the dirt drops for Alba's. Not sure yet...

I'll put in another plug for Ahearne Map bars. I've been 88 mi on these without a circulation pinch anywhere. Getting the hand position correct is everything, and 30+ mile rides are the key there, making

[RBW] Re: PSA: 56cm Rambouillet on Los Angeles Craigslist

Im still eyeing the quickbeam in LA. If i was local id make an impulse buy -- 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: Clementine Delights

I have to say, seeing the quality of Cleary Bikes (and I presume Isla Bike as well) that they've hit the quality/value point Schwinn occupied as I was growing up in the 70's. Quality to the point of encouraging riding without being precious. Mark, keep us posted on your adventures with your son

[RBW] Re: Clem vs. Joe A, sizing...

I'm with ya mostly. There are a few set-ups that just really seem to tweak my wrists something awful though, and they happen randomly enough I live more or less in constant worry of it happening then setting up a new ride. It was just weird, with the Clem. I know on paper the albas should work,

[RBW] Re: Clem vs. Joe A, sizing...

The issue I have with the Boscos I think is mostly just a matter of "body memory" getting in the way for the moment. I confess that (within a certain reasonable range, of course) I've never been terribly meticulous in my bike setups, from reach to drop to tt size to what size cogs are on the

[RBW] Re: Clem vs. Joe A, sizing...

Mark, the only reason I mention the bar/saddle height relationship thing is because of my experience using it with the albastaches. The same theory from the expanded sizing that lets the bars come back at you fast as they come up thanks to slack head tubes also makes them go away from you fast

[RBW] Re: Can I post a San Marcos?

The San Marcos has already become my go to bike when riding without my daughter. With the breaks we have been having from winter, I've put on about 50 glorious smiling miles on the steed. I just stopped off for some coffee and it was nice to see my post made it to the group! I feel great

Re: [RBW] Clementine Delights

Thanks; please do. On Sat, Mar 12, 2016 at 7:05 PM, Jeremy Till wrote: > I have a 59cm Clem frame and a pair of 710mm Loop bars in the garage just > waiting to test the same question. The rest of the build is going to take > me a while, but I'll let you know how it goes.

[RBW] Re: Clem vs. Joe A, sizing...

I think comparing the sizing to traditional bike sizes will not be of much help with the newest Riv bicycles. I normally ride a 58-59cm standard diamond frame bike, but my Clem, at 52, fits me perfectly. Also, I think somewhere (the Clem brochure? it is written that these are "not lowest bar

[RBW] Re: Clementine Delights

That is awesome. They will be developing great bike handling skills, too, while having all that fun. Even though my son rarely complains about his rather beat up second-hand 20" Hot Rocks, I decided to do some pinching myself and eagerly await a toxic green Beinn 24" Islabike (Ben