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

Pretty sure they are 10mm but will check -- 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] Panaracer Pasela Tires FS

Used tires have been sold. New tires are still available. If you’re interested, make me a reasonable offer. --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com www.campyonly.com campyonlyguy.blogspot.com > On Mar 12, 2016, at 4:19 PM, Eric Norris wrote: > > Several Panaracer Paselas

Re: [RBW] Shimano Road Hub 135mm spacing

FWIW, the Maxicar rear hub that has been on my Singer since the day it was built was originally made for narrower spacing, but was modified at the Singer shop to fit a more modern frame—with the original axle. There is perhaps 2mm of threading extending past the locknuts on either side. It

Re: [RBW] Shimano Road Hub 135mm spacing

New axle plus a spacer, then re-dish the rim a bit. Although I thought I remembered Sheldon writing that you could do it without a new axle. I couldn't find that posting though. On Mon, Mar 14, 2016 at 9:50 PM, Keith Muller wrote: > You will need a new axle. Your current

[RBW] Shimano Road Hub 135mm spacing

You will need a new axle. Your current axle is to short. -- 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] Shimano Road Hub 135mm spacing

Anyone have experience adding a spacer to convert shimano road hubs to 135mm? My primary question is can you simply add a spacer to the non drive side or should I replace the axle with a mtn axle and add a spacer? I am looking for wheels for my homer. Scott -- You received this message

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

Drew-- One more stipulation is hook size. LS pannier hooks come in two sizes to fit either 8mm or 10mm diameter rack rails. Use calipers or even open end wrenches to determine diameter capacity of the panniers. Note: 10mm rails are about the same diameter as a AAA Duracell battery. If you

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

Thanks! On Monday, March 14, 2016, Mike Shaljian wrote: > 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

Re: [RBW] New Bike Day!

Oh for sure. Take a look over at SCAR its happening. On Mar 14, 2016 8:41 PM, "dougP" wrote: > "Now I hope I don't regret selling it. > > ~Hugh" > > > I assume you negotiated visitation rights? > > > doug > > > On Monday, March 14, 2016 at 8:01:27 PM UTC-7, Hugh Smitham

Re: [RBW] New Bike Day!

"Now I hope I don't regret selling it. ~Hugh" I assume you negotiated visitation rights? doug On Monday, March 14, 2016 at 8:01:27 PM UTC-7, Hugh Smitham wrote: > > You guy's are the best! > > I sent an invite to our SoCal All Rounder group and sent him a link to the > RBW OWNER'S

Re: [RBW] New Bike Day!

You guy's are the best! I sent an invite to our SoCal All Rounder group and sent him a link to the RBW OWNER'S BUNCH with the caveat that his initial posts will be moderated. I hope he follows through. I just spoke with him and he's into an April s24o. Erl, I always appreciate your dear

[RBW] FS - various Riv parts and 650b wheelset.

Wheelset has been sold. -- 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 email to

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

hey dave, the bottom bungee attachment is like the 1st photo. i believe all of the smaller panniers have this attachment and only the larger ones have the bungee attached to the top with the strap that allows for segmented-side to side adjustment. youll notice that in the photos, only the

[RBW] New Bike Day!

Perfect. I hope he engages here so we can continue to keep up with the further adventures of Willy. 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

[RBW] Re: New Bike Day!

Great bike. Better vibes. Congrats all around! Esteban San Diego, Calif. On Monday, March 14, 2016 at 12:36:36 PM UTC-7, Hugh Smitham wrote: > > Well we have another convert and the Atlantis has found a new home and > local at that. > > I find the universe works when you let it and in this case

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

Good! Now please confirm these panniers have the Type 2 bottom fasteners (final 3 photos) and not the Type 1 bottom fasteners (first photo). Comparison photos at http://www.thetouringstore.com/LONE%20PEAK/LP%20PANNIERS/P099/P099%20PANNIERS%20PAGE.htm Quote from that website: "For years I have

Re: [RBW] Re: What do Rivendell riders use for riding Sandals?

Way to go Bob! Back-to-back half centuries last weekend!! -- 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

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

Dave, >From the top of the hook, straight to the bottom of the pannier is exactly 12 >inches. -- 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: FS - various Riv parts and 650b wheelset.

I'll take the wheelset if still available. -- 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: What do Rivendell riders use for riding Sandals?

Keen Newport - I have a couple pairs of the leather variety. I wear them year round except for in the deep snow, which we don't get very often here in the DC Metro area. If it gets a bit cold I just throw varying levels of smartwool socks on, enduring the groans of my wife and daughters. I love my

[RBW] Re: What do Rivendell riders use for riding Sandals?

Oh, I do so love to write about shoes. It's all about Keen sandals. I have three kinds and love them all. You will love the Newport H2, Venice H2, or the Clearwater CNX. The CNX is the lowest profile, makes a more natural connection between your foot and the ground, and I don't find them

[RBW] Re: What do Rivendell riders use for riding Sandals?

I remove the pins from one side of the pedals, and the VP Vice is then a wonderful barefoot pedal. I wear Zem Terra's when I wear shoes (for either temp or terrain protection, unless it's less than 20˚F, then it's Sorrel's). With abandon, Patrick On Monday, March 14, 2016 at 4:27:01 PM UTC-6,

[RBW] Re: What do Rivendell riders use for riding Sandals?

Ditto on the Keens -- 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 email to

Re: [RBW] Re: Just Bought a Heron Randonneur

my Heron Road is the blue/green 'Bailey Falls Blues' i had a first gen Tourer that was also Bailey Blue' i have a second gen Wayfarer tourer that is 'Gooding Green'...metallic green my buddy has a 55cm Rando like Frank's bike in Gooding green

[RBW] Re: What do Rivendell riders use for riding Sandals?

I've gone the "minimal" route these days. I just got a hankerin' for walking barefoot and soon it became apparent the shoes I had now just felt so oddly stiff I couldn't wear them anymore ! Fortunately they do make shoes that are as minimal in structure as possible, basically nylon

[RBW] Re: What do Rivendell riders use for riding Sandals?

I wore the keen sandles all last year. They were wonderful. That was the only shoe I took to ragbrai. Wore them all day riding and all night partying. Can't wait for it to warm up in Michigan so I can break them out. Howard Livonia mi. -- You received this message because you are subscribed

[RBW] Re: What do Rivendell riders use for riding Sandals?

+1 for tevas (specifically the hurricane model. good for hiking too) +1 for birkenstocks D.P, did you remove the pins on those vp pedals? i've torn up my legs several times with weird dismounts and bike carrying. cant imagine what they would do to the bottom of my feet. -- You received this

Re: [RBW] Re: Just Bought a Heron Randonneur

No idea. Mine is kind of a deep green color. BQ did a test a long time ago on this and mine looks like that. I'll have to getting around to buying that issue to find out more. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To

Re: [RBW] Re: Just Bought a Heron Randonneur

Did Todd Kuzma do Herons in that metallic blue/green color? I thought that was only on the first-gen Ted Durant models. -- 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

Re: [RBW] Re: What do Rivendell riders use for riding Sandals?

Tevas - regular old Tevas - not bike specific and not particulary stiff. As some else mentioned they last about a year and don't cost too much. I use Gripster pedals as well. I've had to switch models of late because they don't seem to sell the ones I started with but the newer model is about the

[RBW] WTT/B: Silver SON dyno wheel for my black one

I have a black 700C SON klassik, black spokes, wide-ish black rim, no labels. 100mm QR, non-disc. Not pristine, but looks and works fine. Looking for same in silver, silver spokes and rim. Decent user shape. Long shot, I know. The newly re-befendered Quickbeam looks so nice that I don't want

Re: [RBW] Yepp Mini on Rivendell experiences?

I had the Yepp Mini on my Bomba. Ended up going with Bosco bars to keep me from leaning into Alice. That worked out pretty well. I kept the Yepp mount as low as possible on the stem. Getting on the bike was mostly a swing leg over rear rack affair. Dan > On Mar 14, 2016, at 8:35 AM, Dave

[RBW] Re: What do Rivendell riders use for riding Sandals?

Update: Been wearing waterproof Keens with MKS touring pedals and they are working well. They are wide and comfortable for my wide feet. Though they look bulky they don't feel heavy and no heel strike on chain stays. Added bonus is there is probably no need for shoe covers in the rain in warm

[RBW] Re: What do Rivendell riders use for riding Sandals?

https://www.pipersandals.com/ I ride in these when I go open toed and have used them on river trips where they held up quite well but the leather does stretch if you're wading all day. I used to live in Chacos but the Pipers are much more comfortable and the sole is smaller so they rub less

[RBW] Re: New Bike Day!

Excellent! You couldn't ask for a better outcome. Congratulations to both of you. And now, about that empty space in the bike stable...??? (forgive a little poke). dougP On Monday, March 14, 2016 at 12:36:36 PM UTC-7, Hugh Smitham wrote: > > Well we have another convert and the Atlantis

Re: [RBW] Re: New Bike Day!

Wonderful. On Mon, Mar 14, 2016 at 2:08 PM, sameness wrote: > No kidding. Homeboy looks like he works the swing shift at BB > > "Have a question about twine waxing or bandana softening? Ask Sean." > > Nice work, Hugh! > > Jeff Hagedorn > Los Angeles, CA > > On Monday,

Re: [RBW] Re: New Bike Day!

No kidding. Homeboy looks like he works the swing shift at BB "Have a question about twine waxing or bandana softening? Ask Sean." Nice work, Hugh! Jeff Hagedorn Los Angeles, CA On Monday, March 14, 2016 at 1:28:17 PM UTC-7, cyclot...@gmail.com wrote: > > He looks Rivendell-approved!!! :-) >

Re: [RBW] Re: Just Bought a Heron Randonneur

that review is for the first generation Heron Tourer not the Randonneur model Affordable Wireless Plans Set up is easy. Get online in minutes. Starting at only $9.95 per month! www.netzero.net?refcd=nzmem0216 -- You received this

Re: [RBW] Re: New Bike Day!

No kidding. Homeboy looks like we works the swing shift at BB "Have a question about waxing twine or softening bandanas? Ask Sean." Nice work, Hugh! Jeff Hagedorn Los Angeles, CA USA On Monday, March 14, 2016 at 1:28:17 PM UTC-7, cyclot...@gmail.com wrote: > > He looks Rivendell-approved!!!

[RBW] FS: Shimano V-Brake Set T4000 (Brakes & Levers) & Shimano Deore LX V-Brake Levers

All sold. -- 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 email to

[RBW] Re: New Bike Day!

Awesome. Nice bike. On Monday, March 14, 2016 at 2:36:36 PM UTC-5, Hugh Smitham wrote: > Well we have another convert and the Atlantis has found a new home and > local at that. > > I find the universe works when you let it and in this case a really great > person ended up with a wonderful

[RBW] Re: choco-moose versus bullmoose

i had regular chocos on my hunq for a couple of days with a 13cm stem. didnt do any trails with them, but here are my thoughts. found them to be most like a flat bosco, in that they come back really far. reg chocos are pretty flexy, more flexy than ive ever experienced in a bar. i wanted

Re: [RBW] Re: New Bike Day!

He looks Rivendell-approved!!! :-) On Mon, Mar 14, 2016 at 1:06 PM, Jon Dukeman in the foothills of Colorado < row.n.2nowh...@gmail.com> wrote: > Now that's what you call a Win! Win! Win! Situation. > Nice when that happens! > Jon > > >>> -- > You received this message because you are subscribed

[RBW] Re: choco-moose versus bullmoose

I just installed the Choco-Moose bars on my Hunqapillar after years of riding with Noodle drop bars, but I don't have the brakes or derailleur cables set up yet. I will do this later in the week and then get back to you with a ride report. -- You received this message because you are

[RBW] Re: New Bike Day!

Now that's what you call a Win! Win! Win! Situation. Nice when that happens! Jon >> -- 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: Just Bought a Heron Randonneur

Great looking bike Frank and congratulations for getting such a good deal on it. I'm not sure how to tell it's vintage, but I had found this review from 1999 so I would guess yours would be from around that time. http://www.adventurecycling.org/default/assets/resources/rivendell.pdf Good luck

[RBW] Re: What do Rivendell riders use for riding Sandals?

Well, I got home from work the other day and found that my newly adopted doggie (just over a year old, lab/collie mix) had rummaged his way into my closet, proceeding to destroy one of my Birkenstocks. Luckily, I'd been mulling over options for new multi-purpose sandals as it was, looking for

[RBW] Re: New Bike Day!

Outstanding! I am glad it found a new home and you a new riding friend. On Monday, March 14, 2016 at 3:36:36 PM UTC-4, Hugh Smitham wrote: > > Well we have another convert and the Atlantis has found a new home and > local at that. > > I find the universe works when you let it and in this case a

[RBW] FS: Shimano V-Brake Set T4000 (Brakes & Levers) & Shimano Deore LX V-Brake Levers

I was going to put these on my wife's Clementine, but then gave cantilevers a chance and they seem to fit fine. Shimano V-Brake Set - T4000 includes: Shimano BR-T4000 V-Brakes - front & rear, mounted but unused, silver, includes noodles Shimano BL-T4000 V-Brake Levers - silver body, black

[RBW] New Bike Day!

Well we have another convert and the Atlantis has found a new home and local at that. I find the universe works when you let it and in this case a really great person ended up with a wonderful ride. https://www.flickr.com/photos/pedalpusher61/25696930871/in/dateposted-public/ And the bonus is

[RBW] Re: FS - various Riv parts and 650b wheelset.

payment sent via paypal for the bottom bracket. On Monday, March 14, 2016 at 2:51:11 PM UTC-4, RJM wrote: > > I believe the Bottom Bracket has been sold. > > On Monday, March 14, 2016 at 11:34:14 AM UTC-5, RJM wrote: >> >> I have a few parts sitting around that I'm not using and would like to

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: And cheap too!!

Did you get my email about the V-O bag? --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com www.campyonly.com campyonlyguy.blogspot.com > On Mar 14, 2016, at 10:22 AM, Miles wrote: > > Both Nitto racks have sold. Tons of interest in the Marks. Thanks everyone > > On Monday,

Re: [RBW] Re: MIESHA HAS LEFT RIVENDELL

Wil Miesha’s new employer name a product after her? I think not. --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com www.campyonly.com campyonlyguy.blogspot.com > On Mar 14, 2016, at 12:24 PM, iamkeith wrote: > > Just stumbled upon this in the Spring, 2004 Reader, while looking for >

[RBW] Re: MIESHA HAS LEFT RIVENDELL

Just stumbled upon this in the Spring, 2004 Reader, while looking for something else. Kinda bittersweet, but appropriate. -- You received this message because

[RBW] Re: FS: VP-001 "Thin Gripsters" - Silver - $60 shipped.

Nevermind. Looks like these are going for less than $50 shipped on eBay. I'll hang on to these for a future build. Of course I'll need another bike to go with them! David Chicago On Monday, March 14, 2016 at 2:10:57 PM UTC-5, David Banzer wrote: > > Doing the pedal shuffle, found these in the

[RBW] FS: VP-001 "Thin Gripsters" - Silver - $60 shipped.

Doing the pedal shuffle, found these in the parts bin - had these briefly on my Redwood. Couldn't have seen more than 100 miles. VP-001, silver. Riv stocked these in silver at some point, only seem to offer the dark gray now. $60 shipped. Contact offlist if you're interested. Thanks, David

[RBW] Re: FS: And cheap too!!

Both Nitto racks have sold. Tons of interest in the Marks. Thanks everyone On Monday, March 14, 2016 at 1:09:41 PM UTC-4, Jeff Bogdanovich wrote: > > I'd like the marks rack -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe

[RBW] Re: Yepp Mini on Rivendell experiences?

Thanks guys. What Shoji and dstein mention is my experience as well: having to swing leg over rear of bike as opposed to being able to use the step-through. Makes me a bit nervous about stopping and standing while riding... On Monday, March 14, 2016 at 11:48:56 AM UTC-7, dstein wrote: > > Had

Re: [RBW] Just Bought a Heron Randonneur

Wait...650$US for a heron bike with fenders, rack, lights, and dyno wheel?!?! Thats like the deal of the century! -- 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

[RBW] Re: FS - various Riv parts and 650b wheelset.

I believe the Bottom Bracket has been sold. On Monday, March 14, 2016 at 11:34:14 AM UTC-5, RJM wrote: > > I have a few parts sitting around that I'm not using and would like to > sell. It's kind of a spring cleaning kind of thing as I collect money for > the up coming Legolas I'm going to

Re: [RBW] Just Bought a Heron Randonneur

Jackpot! -- 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 email to

[RBW] Re: Yepp Mini on Rivendell experiences?

Had one for a while on a Cheviot, once I was on the bike it was fine but I couldn't step through the frame to get on like I hoped I would be able to as there wasn't enough room so I had to swing my leg over the rear and mount that way. Once I was riding it was fine. I now use the Yepp mini on a

Re: [RBW] Just Bought a Heron Randonneur

The Berthoud looks better in person than in pics. You will be pleased with the high quality and dapperness of the design. I like the blue color better than black. The blue is a close match for my blue Sam. Looks great on my Bleriot, too. I dont know why racks/decaleurs/bags have to cost so

Re: [RBW] Just Bought a Heron Randonneur

Luckily, for the $650 I paid, it came with a Schmidt dynohub and a Supernova E3 light! -- 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: Clem vs. Joe A, sizing...

sorry, im responsible for thread drift here. that makes sense though, since the atlantis is straight gauge now, and since the hillborne is butted in some way/calipered/tighter clearanced the similarities probably do err much more on the side of the current hilsen. -- You received this

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

OK, from RR41: "The Sam may be even more versatile than the AHH, because the tubing is slightly thicker (same gauge as the Atlantis), so it more suited to loaded touring. With AHH clearance, Atlantis tubing gauges, and a fork that splits the diff, you can think of it as halfway between the

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

updated list. offers welcome *Vintage Nitto bullmoose bars- *130mm ish extension. 60 wide- 35$ shipped *Lone peak sundance front or rear panniers*- gray- made in USA, really great little bags. New-80$ shipped *Sackville bar tube*- brown, new but has been sitting- 60$ shipped *Filson

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

My recollection is that the tubes were heavier on the Hillborne. Jim D. Massachusetts On Monday, March 14, 2016 at 12:41:38 AM UTC-4, James Warren wrote: > > > Not sure about the Chev/Clem part of your questions, but regarding > Hillborne/Homer, you are basically right. The

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

hey dave, ill do some measurements tonight and let you know. for now, you can see these at http://lonepeakpacks.com/shop/index.php/packs/panniers/p099.html not sure what rack they are on here. these are a newer version. less than a year old. unused. On Sunday, March 13, 2016 at 7:25:41 PM

[RBW] Re: FS: Bags, Round 2.

Adding another set of bags to this list. I've been prototyping saddlebags, making a matching basket bag to go with it, then testing the saddlebag out on commutes. I made a big ol' saddlebag this time. 12" tall, 13' wide, 6" deep, Carradice style saddlebag. I'm also using this as an opportunity

[RBW] Portland-area Riv fans: Social ride?

I've got some free time this Thursday (March 17) to ride over to Rivelo and see the new Appaloosa bikes that just came in. Anyone want to make it a social ride? I plan to leave the Woodlawn neighborhood around 12:30 and ride downtown so I can cross Tillikum. Slow pace, mellow vibe. I hope to

[RBW] Re: FS - various Riv parts and 650b wheelset.

On Monday, March 14, 2016 at 9:34:14 AM UTC-7, RJM wrote: > > I have a few parts sitting around that I'm not using and would like to > sell. It's kind of a spring cleaning kind of thing as I collect money for > the up coming Legolas I'm going to order. > > Nitto Bosco Bullmoose bar with

[RBW] WTB: Front Child Seat.

Thought I'd start a separate thread with a WTB post, apart from the Yepp Mini thread. My son should be old enough pretty soon to fit into a front seat, and looking at my options, thought I'd throw out the option of finding a used one on this list. If you've got one to sell, let me know. I'm

[RBW] Re: FS - various Riv parts and 650b wheelset.

The Phil BB is size 108 and the threaded inserts are for English threaded BBs like what are on Rivendells. -- 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

[RBW] FS: And cheap too!!

I'd like the marks rack -- 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 email to

[RBW] FS - various Riv parts and 650b wheelset.

I have a few parts sitting around that I'm not using and would like to sell. It's kind of a spring cleaning kind of thing as I collect money for the up coming Legolas I'm going to order. Nitto Bosco Bullmoose bar with Shimano MTB brake levers (canti pull ratio) and Meisha's Cork Grips

[RBW] Re: Yepp Mini on Rivendell experiences?

Hi Dave, I use the Yepp Mini on my 48-cm Hunqapillar (effective top tube 54.5cm) with albatross bars. My PBH is 80/81 (saddle height ~70), and I'm 5'7". Here's a pic (and there's more in the photostream): https://www.flickr.com/photos/stakx/21356997484/in/datetaken/ How do you get on your bike?

Re: [RBW] Just Bought a Heron Randonneur

Frank- Consider getting a bag from David Banzer (RBW listmember). http://treetop.bigcartel.com/product/tall-rando-bag-red-waxed-canvas He can make the bag the exact height required to fit well with whatever decaleur you use, and he has a selection of canvas colors to choose from. He made me a

[RBW] Re: Ditched the dirt drops for Alba's. Not sure yet...

Just a bit on the albas and the tuck: I have toured with them quite a bit and found that on descents, I can maintain a pace with friends tucking on drops by using the normal hand positions on the albas but tucking my elbows in at my ribs. I always feel like I should be wearing a cape doing

[RBW] Re: Yepp Mini on Rivendell experiences?

Yup on the Yepp. I think I had to swing straight into the seat, lean the bike slightly, and tiptoe to get on/off/going. Awkward. There is inadequate space between my seat and the Yepp (and other kid-in-front carriers we tried), not to mention the change in handling. We ended up going with a

[RBW] Re: Yepp Mini on Rivendell experiences?

Wish I had taken pictures during a break in stormy weather yesterday. Will add some to this thread this evening :) On Monday, March 14, 2016 at 8:43:43 AM UTC-7, Edwin W wrote: > > Pictures, please! I just bought one for my sister and her husband and > heard they like it on their

Re: [RBW] Just Bought a Heron Randonneur

I saw the VO bag at NAHBS, and personally I would pass on that bag. The price is nice, but quality and details are ho-hum. My feeling on a rando bag is that they get a lot of use and you spend a lot of time lookIng at it. I have an Acorn that I love, and of course the Frenchie is unimpeachable.

Re: [RBW] Just Bought a Heron Randonneur

Thanks for the welcomes! I've only recently discovered the virtues of steel bikes, I've been steadily testing my wife's patience. Having acquired a new plastic (I call it that in a derogatory manner, but it is pretty nice) Ridley Fenix and two beautiful Eddy Merckx steel bikes (MX Leader and

[RBW] Re: Just Bought a Heron Randonneur

Thanks for the B17 tip. I'll certainly give that a try. I treated it with Obenauf's last night and it felt sort of rewarding in a strange way. Never really cared for a bike part like that before. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners

Re: [RBW] Curious Brooks damage

I am liking my C15 a lot. I have not done a lot of miles yet, but it seems like I needed a narrower seat a long time ago. I suppose a B17 narrow may be in my future -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this

[RBW] Re: Yepp Mini on Rivendell experiences?

Pictures, please! I just bought one for my sister and her husband and heard they like it on their non-Rivendells. Edwin On Monday, March 14, 2016 at 10:35:46 AM UTC-5, Dave wrote: > > Hi folks, > > Picked up a Yepp Mini stem-mounted child seat this weekend for my 55cm > Cheviot and was

[RBW] Re: Yepp Mini on Rivendell experiences?

Hi Dave, Can you post a photo? I'm trying to decide which front carrier to go with and I'd be interested to see what the Yepp Mini looks like on a Cheviot. I'd be putting one on a Clem. Thanks, David Chicago On Monday, March 14, 2016 at 10:35:46 AM UTC-5, Dave wrote: > > Hi folks, > > Picked up

[RBW] Re: Just Bought a Heron Randonneur

One suggestion for the B17 - I'm reading into this a bit, so apologies if this is redundant. Pretty much everyone I've met (myself included) has been surprised by the unusual upward angle most people have their Brooks saddles positioned at for optimal comfort. I came from years of race saddles

[RBW] Yepp Mini on Rivendell experiences?

Hi folks, Picked up a Yepp Mini stem-mounted child seat this weekend for my 55cm Cheviot and was surprised to find that the bike is now incredibly hard to get on and off of. My PBH is 84 and I'm about 5'8". Seems strange to me that on a step-through frame with a long theoretical top-tube that

Re: [RBW] Curious Brooks damage

I put in 85km on the new Brooks B17 Special yesterday. I had an interesting observation, which is that this new saddle is much stiffer and much less comfortable out of the box than my first Special was. I remember being shocked how my first one felt as if I had been riding it for years on the

[RBW] Re: Ditched the dirt drops for Alba's. Not sure yet...

Weekend ride report on Albatross and prairie winds: Overall positive experience. I did 85km in misty grim weather. Mostly trail riding, mix of gravel and pavement, lots of ice still on the road. Alba's were nice for maintaining control on the real slippery stuff when it crept up on me. Heading

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

An interesting question. I have a Ram with 700 x 29mm Compass tires, a Saluki with 650 x 38 Pari Motos & a Trek 620 which I converted from 700 to 650, which also has Pari Motos. So my answer is. it depends! Both the Ram & Saluki have Al fenders and small front racks, but the Ram has

[RBW] Just Bought a Heron Randonneur

I support getting the Berthoud if you'll use it often, but then I'm a sucker for really nice (expensive) bags :) -- 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