Re: [RBW] Sugino chainring swap as easy as this Rivideo makes it look?

Jean recommends 35-40 lbs for the torque on his René Herse cranks. Not sure what torque wrench to use... On Thursday, May 26, 2016, Joe Bernard wrote: > Check Greg Reiche's post in this iBob thread. > > https://groups.google.com/forum/m/#!topic/internet-bob/EJwZY9TJoS0 > >

Re: [RBW] Thinking of a Riv

So much great advice! Go for the Homer, set it with 9 or 10 speed, double or triple, downtube shifters (indexed) and ride it. You'll be able to easily fine tune your cockpit without messing with your drivetrain every time. When you settle on the cockpit, you'll know if you want to keep the

[RBW] Re: Sugino chainring swap as easy as this Rivideo makes it look?

Check Greg Reiche's post in this iBob thread. https://groups.google.com/forum/m/#!topic/internet-bob/EJwZY9TJoS0 -- 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: Chainrings...when to replace?

Yep, you're due. With a new chain acting up, it's wear on the rings. If you change rings today, you will notice an immediate reduction in the amount of noise the drivetrain makes. Rings wear so gradually that things get pretty rattly, even with a new chain. dougp On Thursday, May 26,

Re: [RBW] Thinking of a Riv

Joe, You're not much older than I. I'm 51. On the idea of planning ahead as mentioned earlier, I'm not sure I want to learn to use friction at this point either. Who knows how long my hearing may last. So, some type of indexing would be preferred, whether indexed bar ends or brifters. Thanks.

Re: [RBW] Re: Thinking of a Riv

Zach, I agree. The responses on this thread have been wonderful, including your response. I may be a bit further along than at the beginning. After all, I've been thinking of a Riv for many years. I think I have the bike choice narrowed to just the AHH, mostly thanks to the comments on this

[RBW] Re: Sugino chainring swap as easy as this Rivideo makes it look?

Main concern is getting the crank arm back on tight enough. How do you know? Is there a torque spec for square taper cranks? -- 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,

Re: [RBW] Chainrings...when to replace?

Ach, tis time to re chainring, or if it be symmetrical, without fancy ramps, it may be reversed and ridden awhile before skipping intolerably. Or, it'll ruin precious chain. On Thursday, May 26, 2016, Lungimsam wrote: > Juust starting to see a hint of shark toothing

Re: [RBW] Thinking of a Riv

dougP, Thanks for the mention of the cable routing thread. I'll do a search and give it a read. Thanks. Tim On Thu, May 26, 2016 at 10:17 AM, dougP wrote: > "Just to be clear on this, I don't know what I may add in future, > rack/bag, handlebar bag, etc. My preference

Re: [RBW] Thinking of a Riv

Tim, Lots of great info. Thanks. If I go with bar ends, I was thinking of running the cable along the bar, existing the tape vertically through a notch in the inside of the brake hoods. That may keep the cable loop from going too far forward and interfering with a bag I may mount in the front

Re: [RBW] Re: Thinking of a Riv

John, I would ride roads more than trails. Currently, my riding is all paved except for a few hundreds yards. Half of that is grass, the other half gravel. There are some trails I would like to ride, but I would be riding pavement to get to them. For handlebar position, I think I want a drop

Re: [RBW] Re: Thinking of a Riv

masmojo, You echo some of my sentiments on this. I don’t want something just for today or even this year. Part of that is the desire to be mentally invested in my choices as I mentioned to Patrick instead of letting Grant or someone else at Riv pick it for me, as wonderful as that result might

Re: [RBW] Re: Thinking of a Riv

Patrick, Hi. It’s been a while since we chatted on the Minimal list. I see you’re still enjoying your Riv and have added another to the stable. That’s great. I think it was a comment you had made quite a while back. I came across it while searching the group and it made me think of the

Re: [RBW] Re: Thinking of a Riv

Brian, Thanks for that info. I think the possibility of maybe wanting a rack in future may rule out the Roadeo. I don't know that I'll want racks, but it's certainly possible. So, I think this narrows down my choice to the AHH. Yeah. One more decision done. :) Thanks. Tim On Thu, May 26,

Re: [RBW] Re: Thinking of a Riv

Shoji, I did take a look at those, quite a bit actually. I haven’t moved on the Roadeo for a couple of reasons. They show the PBH for that one goes up to 82, while my PBH is 83.8. I also had not yet decided on a Roadeo over a AHH. The blue 55cm Sam would fit, but I excluded it also, at least

Re: [RBW] Re: Thinking of a Riv

On Thu, May 26, 2016 at 6:18 AM, Belopsky wrote: > As to wear issues or weather, I wouldn't want to leave an AHH outside for > long for many reasons...One of the reasons I sold my Hillborne was because > I was commuting to work and it was too pretty to lock up, and

[RBW] Re: Thinking of a Riv

Amen to your post. I am an old roadie ( 64 ). My Roadeo is my 4th Riv. I have ridden some of my friends carbon bikes and they are wonderful. But, with my age and bad back, it's all about handling and comfort. And I love the lugged steel frames. GO RIVENDELL !!! On Thursday, May 26, 2016 at

Re: [RBW] Thinking of a Riv

Wow. So many great comments. Thanks everyone. It's given me a lot to think about. I'll try to reply to a bunch of the comments. Thanks again. Tim On Wed, May 25, 2016 at 7:14 PM, Tim Butterfield wrote: > I've been thinking of getting a Rivendell bicycle for a

[RBW] Re: Sugino chainring swap as easy as this Rivideo makes it look?

Yep. You'll need Allen wrenches to fit the center crank bolt, plus the chainring bolts. -- 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: Sugino chainring swap as easy as this Rivideo makes it look?

So for my Sugino XD600 crank and my Shimano square taper bb spindle I just need this, an allen wrench, and a chain ring bolt wrench to get the job done? http://www.parktool.com/product/crank-puller-for-square-taper-cranks-ccp-22?category=Crank & Bottom Bracket -- You received this message

[RBW] Re: Tire wear question. When to replace?

It is a Compass Loup Loup pass standard casing tire...maybe I'll give it through the weekend, and if it doesn't flat and require a field repair I will just replace it. Or, I could just do it now and cut it in half to see how close I got for future reference. -- You received this message

[RBW] Chainrings...when to replace?

Juust starting to see a hint of shark toothing on my Sugino middle ring and big ring... Noticing that dropping from the big ring onto the middle ring with my brand new chain hesitates sometimes, like the big ring goes around 1/2 turn before releasing it...jammed once into the derailer body

[RBW] Re: Remember Islabikes?

Wow... -- 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: WTB: Nitto Tallux Stem 26.0 mm - 7 cm

Sent a PM. Reid On Thursday, May 26, 2016 at 5:21:45 PM UTC-7, S. Greco wrote: > the Technomic is indeed a 7. > > - Steve > > >>> -- 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: Massively upgraded Appaloosa

Am I wrong to understand that you bought new brakes when all you needed to do in the first place was replace your housing? Thanks for the updates with your journey of the Appaloosa, it's been a fun one to watch. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW

[RBW] Re: Remember Islabikes?

Yes, yes, yes. Mark's response hits on another thing that pinched a nerve with me - these weird proclamations of all the benefits of this new tech. "We were able to save 40grams!" and other silly remarks makes me feel a little sick to my stomach. When I look at the original line of happy,

[RBW] FS: 26" wheel set: Deore LX/Mavic/Ritchey

Mavic rims, Deore LX hubs (rear hub 135mm, comes w/7-sp cassette and spacer but you could swap in an 8 if you wanted), Ritchey tires showing age but still good tread. Wheels in good used condition. Priced to move - $60 for the set. *Need to be rid of these by Weds Jun 1. * Email

[RBW] Re: Remember Islabikes?

I agree 100% with Leah. Disappointing. I bought an Islabike for my 6 year old in March. He loves the bike. I will say that if they were offering the "pro" series

[RBW] Re: Thinking of a Riv

What a great thread. I would say the worst thing about buying a Rivendell is that every option is a win. That said, people who ride Riv (in my opinion) know exactly what type of riding they are wanting to do and then pick out which bike is best for that. Most all of them are going to attach

[RBW] Re: WTB: Nitto Tallux Stem 26.0 mm - 7 cm

the Technomic is indeed a 7. - Steve >> -- 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: FS: Ibex and Wooly Warm, New and used (lightly)

Sorry, I will add, all Large, not fitted, nice normal fit..not sure what Ibex calls them. On Thu, May 26, 2016 at 7:56 PM, Julian wrote: > Sizes? > > > > > On Thursday, May 26, 2016 at 6:06:17 PM UTC-5, Joel Stern wrote: >> >> I just got done cleaning out my cedar chest,

[RBW] Re: FS: Ibex and Wooly Warm, New and used (lightly)

Sorry about the sizes being left out, they are all Large, none are fitted, these are nice fitting tops... On Thursday, May 26, 2016 at 7:06:17 PM UTC-4, Joel Stern wrote: > > I just got done cleaning out my cedar chest, when I was working I bought a > lot of ibex and wooly warm that I liked.

[RBW] Re: Secondary Levers and V-Brakes

My two cents is that I would stay away from any set-up that involved a Travel Agent. Tried them and did not like the result. David On Thursday, May 26, 2016 at 8:34:04 AM UTC-7, Joe Bernard wrote: > > My largely uneducated guess would be no. These tend to be used on bikes > with side-pulls or

[RBW] Re: FS: Ibex and Wooly Warm, New and used (lightly)

Sizes? On Thursday, May 26, 2016 at 6:06:17 PM UTC-5, Joel Stern wrote: > > I just got done cleaning out my cedar chest, when I was working I bought a > lot of ibex and wooly warm that I liked. Since I have not been cycling > these things are not really needed, I have set aside what I want,

[RBW] Re: Tire wear question. When to replace?

There's frugal & there's foolish. It sounds like you're getting close to crossing the line. Replace when convenient. Don't wait for critical. Doug p -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop

[RBW] Re: Tire wear question. When to replace?

FWIW , I rode some Vittoria Hypers well down to the casing showing without any issue at all, so any theory I had about it was thrown out the window :) -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group

[RBW] FS: Ibex and Wooly Warm, New and used (lightly)

I just got done cleaning out my cedar chest, when I was working I bought a lot of ibex and wooly warm that I liked. Since I have not been cycling these things are not really needed, I have set aside what I want, need and am putting up for sale both new and used ibex. I will post links to photo

[RBW] Re: Tire wear question. When to replace?

Replace it. You got the goody out of that tire. On Thursday, May 26, 2016 at 4:51:49 PM UTC-5, Lungimsam wrote: > > Rear tire on Bleriot. Tread bald down center for a while now. Front tire > still has plenty of tread. > > I inspect the tire every few rides. > > *Is it safe to ride down 'til the

Re: [RBW] Re: Tire wear question. When to replace?

I think at that point, you went too far. On 05/26/2016 05:52 PM, Lungimsam wrote: Sorry, I mean is it safe to ride until the */casing/* starts peeking through the tread... - -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe

[RBW] Re: Tire wear question. When to replace?

Sorry, I mean is it safe to ride until the *casing* starts peeking through the tread... -- 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] Tire wear question. When to replace?

Rear tire on Bleriot. Tread bald down center for a while now. Front tire still has plenty of tread. I inspect the tire every few rides. *Is it safe to ride down 'til the tread just barely starts showing? To the first peek of tan color? Or is the tire gonna rip open at that point and better to

Re: [RBW] Re: Secondary Levers and V-Brakes

Modern bike has a $20 discount and free shipping on the Paul cross levers -- 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: Secondary Levers and V-Brakes

On 05/26/2016 01:09 PM, Bill Lindsay wrote: Shoji is correct that long-pull "interrupter" levers exist. I've used the Pauls, and figure somebody must make a cheap long pull version. The Paul lever works both ways. You move an adjustment to switch. -- You received this message because you

Re: [RBW] Indian food run and Goose face-off!

We have a big goose over-population problem in my town (Cedar Rapids, IA), especially on the bike paths near the river. Go figure! But it's become serious enough that the city is planning on hunting or trapping many of the geese (in rural land on the edge of the city) and donating them to food

Re: [RBW] Thinking of a Riv

On 05/26/2016 01:25 PM, Bill Lindsay wrote: Steve P. runs barcons with housing under the tape all the way to the tops on at least one bike. Two bikes are set up that way, and it does not affect cable life. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW

[RBW] F/S Shimano 9 speed bar end shifters friction only

A set of 9 speed bar ends that don't index very well but would be good for someone who runs friction. I recently purchased these shifters from another lister who used them in friction mode. He didn't know that the indexing isn't good and I needed them for a friends bike who needs indexing.

[RBW] Re: freaking gorgeous

way cool - I guess it's Miamisburg that is close to Midletown On Thursday, May 26, 2016 at 12:29:25 PM UTC-5, George Schick wrote: > > "... Back to the Flying Merkel, made in Miami, Ohio ..." > > I grew up in the area of East-Central Indiana/West-Central Ohio and > something about this just

[RBW] Clem Velo saddle model ? Maybe ISO one ....

Anyone know the exact model number/name of the Velo that comes with the builds ? About how wide is it in mm's ? If it's in the 170+ range and you have one not being used I may be interested in buying it . Thank you ! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the

[RBW] Re: Secondary Levers and V-Brakes

Wouldn't the JoeApp accept canti brakes? Then you could use road levers with interrupters. I really like having the cross levers on my drop bars it's reassuring to know that you can brake in a pinch. But I find that I rarely use the rear brake, so it seems like if the Pauls are too spendy then

[RBW] Re: Secondary Levers and V-Brakes

Tektro makes them or made them at some point. Here's an eBay listing for them: http://www.ebay.com/itm/New-Tektro-RL740-Road-Bicycle-Bike-V-Brake-Levers-Silver-/361568158165?hash=item542f2441d5:g:rDYAAMXQLw1Rz0YG I vaguely recall Riv stocking these at some point in the past. David Chicago On

[RBW] Re: Secondary Levers and V-Brakes

True. Mine just cleared the 42c tires. On Thursday, May 26, 2016 at 1:33:12 PM UTC-4, Bill Lindsay wrote: > > Mini-V's are worth considering most of the time, but given the plump tires > on an Appaloosa, you should probably rule them out. Brakes in the category > "mini-V" usually won't clear

[RBW] Re: Secondary Levers and V-Brakes

Tektro makes/made the RL741 lever for V-brakes. I am 92% certain I have seen a Cane Creek-branded version at some point as well. Jeff Hagedorn Los Angeles, CA USA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this

Re: [RBW] Re: Remember Islabikes?

By golly yes ! It IS going to be alright . It's just another material to choose from. Obviously everyone who owns a carbon isn't crashing and burning nor will they be . On Thursday, May 26, 2016 at 10:56:50 AM UTC-4, Skenry wrote: > > Carbon is much much sturdier than you think.

[RBW] Re: Secondary Levers and V-Brakes

Mini-V's are worth considering most of the time, but given the plump tires on an Appaloosa, you should probably rule them out. Brakes in the category "mini-V" usually won't clear a tire bigger than 45mm and forget about fenders. Bill Lindsay El Cerrito, CA On Thursday, May 26, 2016 at

[RBW] Re: freaking gorgeous

"... Back to the Flying Merkel, made in Miami, Ohio ..." I grew up in the area of East-Central Indiana/West-Central Ohio and something about this just didn't click. Then I looked more closely at the head badge and saw that it said "Miami Cycle Mfg. Co." in "Middletown, Ohio." Now it makes

[RBW] Re: Remember Islabikes?

With four kids life is a wee menagerie! Grin. And we pray for more! With abandon, Patrick On Thursday, May 26, 2016 at 11:11:36 AM UTC-6, doc wrote: > > Ha! That was my first thought until I opened the link. doc, father of > Hazard. > > On Wednesday, May 25, 2016 at 5:51:31 PM UTC-4,

Re: [RBW] Thinking of a Riv

Steve P. runs barcons with housing under the tape all the way to the tops on at least one bike. My Atlantis has a DT shifter on the left, and an 8-speed indexed barcon on the right, with housing under the tape all the way to the tops. Another alternative that keeps housing out of the way

[RBW] Re: Secondary Levers and V-Brakes

I have used Cane Creek interrupter levers with V brakes. While not the best for stopping power because of the shorter cable pull, they will slow the bike if the pads are set fairly close. The "regular" levers were the long pulls offered by Tektro, and one could feel the difference. Another

Re: [RBW] Thinking of a Riv

I ran my barends under the tape - no issues On Thursday, May 26, 2016 at 11:21:22 AM UTC-4, Tim Butterfield wrote: > > On Wed, May 25, 2016 at 10:45 PM, Tim Butterfield > wrote: > >> One thing I have noticed from the bike pictures that included bar end >> shifters is

Re: [RBW] Thinking of a Riv

"Just to be clear on this, I don't know what I may add in future, rack/bag, handlebar bag, etc. My preference is for neat and tidy cable routing. If barcon cables can be mostly tucked under the bar tape instead of big and loopy, they may still work for me. But, I don't know how neat and tidy

[RBW] Re: Remember Islabikes?

Ha! That was my first thought until I opened the link. doc, father of Hazard. On Wednesday, May 25, 2016 at 5:51:31 PM UTC-4, Lungimsam wrote: > > Are those really your kids' names? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To

[RBW] Re: Secondary Levers and V-Brakes

Shoji is correct that long-pull "interrupter" levers exist. I've used the Pauls, and figure somebody must make a cheap long pull version. Since you also need to think about shifter placement, and since you could easily sell your take-off set of Choco Bullmooses right here on this group,

Re: [RBW] Price drop on El Fito at Ibex

BTW - After hemming and hawing for a bit I've ordered a pair of the 3/4 El Fito. They're really too heavy for me in Hawaii except for those rare cold mornings. But I do travel to the mainland in early March every year so I figure they'll get some use. That's not why I'm sending this though - Ibex

[RBW] Re: Secondary Levers and V-Brakes

Brad: Another option to consider is either flat or slightly angled back bars. I too don't care for the swept back bars due to wrist angle. Since she spends most of time on the tops, try a bar first & you can use the existing controls. Personally I use Origin8 Space Bars on my Atlantis. The

Re: [RBW] Re: Remember Islabikes?

We used to get going at speed on the bikes, jump off and watch to see how far the bikes would "ghost ride" before they crash-landed. We jumped curbs, off-roaded into the coolies and ditched the bikes wherever we felt like it. We carried friends on the bars. Yeah, carbon would have been a

[RBW] Re: Remember Islabikes?

If a bike is a throw away item rather than a pass it on item, perhaps (and if so, that is a whole other kettle of fish against CF). Still seems a big risk to take. A bike tumbling off the top of a dirt pile suddenly has significance it should never have. With abandon, Patrick On Thursday, May

[RBW] Re: Remember Islabikes?

I know carbon would not have held up to what we did as kids. We were monsters! Our parents would have been foolish to spend extra cash on a bike with carbon parts. John -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe

[RBW] Re: Secondary Levers and V-Brakes

Paul Components has a cross lever that can be used short- or long-pull (with a change in the pivot): https://paulcomp.com/shop/components/cross-lever/ Not cheap at $120 for a pair. But, if you switch to cantilever, you could still use them. Also, MUSA, FWTW. Good luck! Shoji On Thursday,

[RBW] Re: Remember Islabikes?

Carbon's perfect for a kid's bike they'll outgrow it before the auto self destruct timer grant talks about activates. > > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it,

[RBW] Re: Remember Islabikes?

Oh my word - little darlings, right there!!! -- 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] Thinking of a Riv

I run 9 and 10-speed cassettes with bar end shifters. With the silver shifters it is friction, so I don't see why 10-speed wouldn't work (I use silver shifters with 9-spd). For my 10-speed there are microshift 10-speed shifters--I prefer friction mode and reversed the shifters. The 10-speed

[RBW] Re: Spring in CA

Stunning photos! Thanks. On Tuesday, May 24, 2016 at 7:07:17 PM UTC-7, Daniel Jackson wrote: > > Howdy folks, > > Here are photos of a trip > this past Spring inspired and aided by many of you. Thanks to all who > helped me put these routes

Re: [RBW] Thinking of a Riv

Bianchi uses Dia-Compe (same internals as Silver) friction shifters with a 10-speed cassette on their L'Eroica bike. Or you can use 10-speed indexed bar-ends, which would be my preference (front is still friction). I've pretty much walked away from rear friction at this point; at 54-years-old

Re: [RBW] Thinking of a Riv

Tim- *Regarding cable loops*: there are several ways to run the shift cables with bar-end shifters. You can have the cables run in separate loops that stick out in front of the head tube, with partial wrap or even no wrap at all. These big loops put the least friction on the shift cable, but

[RBW] eCLEM

I agree the bike could use bigger rubber - right now the amount of tire clearance is almost comical, like a lifted Jeep running mini spares - but I'm pretty happy with the 1.6 Continentals, so they'll be on there 'til they wear out. The previous bike the electric kit was on had 700 x 28, so I'm

[RBW] Re: Thinking of a Riv

Tim, I'd +1 Drew's suggestion of a Hilson or Hillborne or, possibly an Appaloosa. Since you are only going to have one, those three seem to be more all-arounder than the Rodeo (although I've always coveted the Rodeo). The way I view them, the Hilson and Hillborne are the all-arounders if you

Re: [RBW] Thinking of a Riv

I'll second that. Works well, stays in gear and close enough equals a shift. Andy Cheatham Pittsburgh On Thursday, May 26, 2016 at 1:38:10 AM UTC-4, Lungimsam wrote: > > If you are going to be bar end friction shifting I recommend 7- or 8- > speed cassettes. Less autoshifting. > > I run 7-speed

[RBW] Secondary Levers and V-Brakes

My largely uneducated guess would be no. These tend to be used on bikes with side-pulls or cantilevers, which use shorter cable travel than v-brakes. Also, my experience with road levers that supposedly work with V's is that you have to set the pads very close and hope it works. She might be

[RBW] Re: FS : Price Drop : 60cm SimpleOne / Multi-Speed Mods / Clear Powdercoat

This is such a cool bike. I'm a little surprised it hasn't found a home yet. I'd be in if I were a little shorter and a little more flush with cash. Andrew in SLC -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this

Re: [RBW] Re: Price drop on El Fito at Ibex

Daniel- I have a pair of Ibex bike shorts that I bought used, and have used heavily myself for the past 18 months. The elastic waist still has the same tension (just right, actually) as the day I received them. I ordered the El Fito full tights and the 3/4 tights. Thanks for the heads-up,

[RBW] eCLEM

Love it! I did something similar with my LHT (opting to leave the Ramboulliet analog). Echoing a previous poster, fat tires are a good idea. You'll get going faster than you might be used to and a poor man's suspension provides much better control on uneven surfaces. Jon Shinefeld PhilaPA --

[RBW] Secondary Levers and V-Brakes

Hello All: My wife and I recently bought matching Joe Appaloosas and the bikes have been great as anticipated. My wife, however, does not find the swept back bars comfortable and would like to put drop bars on instead. She also wants secondary (in-line) brake levers because she spends 99.9% of

[RBW] Re: FS - Simplex Retrofriction Downtube Shifters

You got 'em Daniel. Yes, PayPal. Please shoot a note privately when you have access.Thanks! Bob On Sunday, May 22, 2016 at 10:51:25 AM UTC-5, Daniel Jackson wrote: > > I'll take 'em! > > On mobile so can't reply privately. > > PayPal address for payment? > > Thanks, > Daniel > > -- You

Re: [RBW] Thinking of a Riv

> I went from brifters to bar ends and I loved bar ends at first shift. For some reason I find them more fun to use than brifters. That is an interesting observation. Thanks. One thing I have noticed from the bike pictures that included bar end shifters is there seems to be more cable looped in

Re: [RBW] Thinking of a Riv

On Wed, May 25, 2016 at 10:45 PM, Tim Butterfield wrote: > One thing I have noticed from the bike pictures that included bar end > shifters is there seems to be more cable looped in front of the bars. If I > decide to add a front rack and bag later, would that extra

Re: [RBW] Thinking of a Riv

Doug, Security is somewhat of a worry. The bike is just outside of our RV door and our German Shepherd barks at most things that move around us. Noisy gravel provides some alert for movement outside. There is a covered cabana with a picnic table in it. A Topeak cover is over the bike and it

Re: [RBW] Thinking of a Riv

I've done a bit more research and found my handlebar choice may affect my shifter choice. I like the hook/drop angle of the Nitto Randonneur bars. That angle seems like it may be more comfortable to hold for longer periods than a more outward/vertical hand position. But, I've read it may not be

[RBW] Re: freaking gorgeous

SWEET for sure! On Thursday, May 26, 2016 at 7:48:23 AM UTC-4, Ron Mc wrote: > > they actually still are, currently dba Henry Repeating Arms. > Back to the Flying Merkel, made in Miami, Ohio (no relation to Iver > Johnson) > > >

[RBW] Re: freaking gorgeous

Yes. The annual "Fitchburg Rides" event is happening next month. The Fitchburg Historical Society will have some really cools Ivers on display. I've been the past few years, also participate as I run the kids bike rodeo for the event. IJ was producing bikes from about early 1890's to WW2.

[RBW] Re: Thinking of a Riv

Out of the two you've presented the HH is the most versatile and would be my recommendation (especially considering you weight, in fact I think maybe even an Atlantis might be worth considering). A couple other things to consider, first no matter which you choose the ability to turn around and

[RBW] Re: Remember Islabikes?

I am not partial to carbon fiber forks or bikes, not because of it failing (at least not right away), but because I tend to keep my bikes for long periods of time and carbon had a definite shelf life. There a re exceptions, but overall I would not feel safe riding the average 15 year old

Re: [RBW] Re: Remember Islabikes?

Carbon is much much sturdier than you think.Carbon is also much more trusted everywhere else in life than it is on this list.By the mode of thinking around here, carbon would also have no place on a seatpost, mountainbike, or a folder, or a car, airframe, in the military It'll be fine.

[RBW] Re: FS : Price Drop : 60cm SimpleOne / Multi-Speed Mods / Clear Powdercoat

I had some people contact me about the Nitto mini rack. I am going to hold off on selling the rack to see if anyone is interested in getting it with the frame. If the frame sells without it I'll contact those of you who reached out and/or re-list it separately. I'm sorry I should have been

[RBW] Re: Price drop on El Fito at Ibex

Got my order yesterday 3/4 medium fits me perfectly. 5'8" 155 31-32" waist, Surprised no drawstring. Usually a bib fan. How does the elastic waist band hold up over time, does it start drooping after a couple of years? On Friday, May 20, 2016 at 11:16:06 AM UTC-7, danmc wrote: > > Just

[RBW] Re: Remember Islabikes?

In a world of "racing light" is king, customers will buy carbon and be uninformed that the bikes are throwaway after the first hard knock (who can imagine that with a kid's bike?" or at the very least the frame integrity needs be checked by a competent specialist after every spill ("did you

[RBW] Re: Remember Islabikes?

I kinda get it for the older kids, but Islabikes offers Pro Series down to the 16" bike designed for 4+-- at nearly $1,200! Most of my friends with young kids gave me a look when I spent ~$300 on the non-Pro Cnoc. I have no regrets on that: my 6yo son learned on it and now my 4yo daughter

[RBW] Re: Thinking of a Riv

"are there still benefits to the more traditional setups?" Absolutely. A Riv setup is brilliant, simple, and easily adjusted/fixed in field if needed. More importantly, they ride fantastically, and that matters for every distance. I haven't ridden the bikes you have, but the non-rive bikes I've

[RBW] Re: Remember Islabikes?

Yes, it's nice to have choices. Islabikes makes a great line of kids' bikes, and as long as that original line exists, I'm a happy customer. Yay for Islabikes, and all that stuff. BUT Is no one else a bit nervous about carbon forks on children's bikes? What did Grant say on the BLUG?

[RBW] Re: Thinking of a Riv

I have had an AHH for 5 years now. I love the bike. It has been built up in many configurations and handled all of them very well. Currently, it is set up for Commuting/Road/Rando riding. All in minus. repair kit it, weighs 24.9 pounds (lights/fenders/ pedals/ water bottle cages and Brooks b17

Re: [RBW] Seeking advice (and WTB) front lowrider rack and panniers for canti Sam

I have the Ortlieb Sport Packer Plus front panniers in red, and they're great. I also have Ortlieb Back Roller Plus rear panniers in red, and they're great as well. Their Packer panniers have a drawstring top and lid that buckles down quite securely. They're much easier to open and access your

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