[RBW] GF looking for riv bike size 50

Jonathan, have you vanished? Were you actually looking for a bike? Idle chat? Here you go: http://m.ebay.com/itm/Specialized-Sequoia-1980s-/391529770823?nav=SEARCH -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this

[RBW] Re: New Atlantis setup, loving the drops

Oh, I get it. On Monday, August 15, 2016 at 9:03:44 AM UTC-7, Mark Reimer wrote: > > I've been riding albatross bars for the last few months after more than a > year

[RBW] FS (or T): Various Riv-ish Parts

Hi All- I’m making some minor changes to my SimpleOne and cleaning house. Here’s what I’ve got (all prices include shipping CONUS): Brooks B17 Black, Barely ridden: $90 Brooks Flyer Imperial Black, Good condition: $90 Sturmey Archer S3X Wheel, Open Sport Rim; Includes Shifter and Fixed

[RBW] Re: New Clem-L Bike Day

You have never steered me wrong, Joe. ;-) There's a quiet stretch of bike path near me that I'm planning to practice on. On Monday, August 15, 2016 at 10:30:22 PM UTC-4, Joe Bernard wrote: > > Linda, you might get the hang of the infernal clicking after a few weeks. > I was admittedly on a

[RBW] Bridgestone sold. 58cm new Betty Foy $1000 shipped CUSA

Bridgestone RB-T sold pending payment, shipping, and trip to West CUSA. New Betty Foy frame set $1000 shipped CUSA. Ryan Hankinson West Michigan -- 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: New Clem-L Bike Day

Linda, you might get the hang of the infernal clicking after a few weeks. I was admittedly on a borrowed bike and trying desperately to keep up with people who ride a lot more than myself. This was not a good time for a 'new part' test! -- You received this message because you are subscribed

Re: [RBW] New Atlantis setup, loving the drops

Steve Palincsar wrote: It's not "hand strength," it's more like "finger strength." From the hoods you really don't get to use your more powerful hand muscles. My hand consists mainly of a bunch of fingers. See here:

Re: [RBW] New Atlantis setup, loving the drops

On 08/15/2016 07:21 PM, Patrick Moore wrote: I've asked this question before in another context, but I'll ask it again here, since the general question has been raised: if non-aero levers require more force on the hoods, /not/ because of the shape of the lever, but because the leverage is

[RBW] Re: Introducing the wife to night riding.

Before long she'll be asking for a dynamo setup. Living the Dynamo dream, Edwin -- 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: Parts FS

Dave, I sent you a private message yesterday (Sunday) regarding the seat post. If you didn't receive it, please reply here and I'll try again. Sorry, everyone, for the public message here, but sometimes a public message seems necessary. Thanks, Evan -- You received this message because you

[RBW] Re: New Clem-L Bike Day

Thanks, Kai! I will give the infernal clicking a little more time. Good to know there is an easy fix if I decide to give up on them. On Monday, August 15, 2016 at 1:28:00 PM UTC-4, Kai Vierstra wrote: > > Beautiful set up, and as has been mentioned on this list before, the > Silvers fit on

Re: [RBW] The New England Elements, a Homer and an Outdoor Bike Rack

I will second the just bring it inside approach Patrick and others have suggested. I started doing that at my work, and no one has said anything. Several co-workers are now doing the same. On really wet days or snowy days, I do my best to shake water / slush off of tires and frame before I

[RBW] Re: New Clem-L Bike Day

Yespretty eyebrows and wings! I understand that not all of the bikes are coming with these.I will be writing someone at Rivendell a nice thank you note. I thought I'd give the shifters a chance and I did I make steady progress over the course of a weekend. We'll see. I do a lot of

[RBW] Re: New Clem-L Bike Day

Thanks for all of the kind words and good wishes! I dusted off my Flickr account and added a few more photos . -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop

Re: [RBW] Re: New Atlantis setup, loving the drops

Not 100%. I meant to call myself a buttinski. Calling myself a butt-in-sky could be taken differentlyI really meant that I have a tendency to answer questions not directed at me, when I think I know the answer. I did not mean that my butt is currently pointed at the sky. :-/ Bill

Re: [RBW] Re: New Atlantis setup, loving the drops

Bill, you got it 100%! > On Aug 15, 2016, at 6:41 PM, Bill Lindsay wrote: > > John Hawrylak asked: >> >> >> What front rack are you using? >> >> What front bag is that? It blends in well. >> >> Do you use a decailluer? >> > Butt-in-sky Bill Lindsay replies: > > The

Re: [RBW] The New England Elements, a Homer and an Outdoor Bike Rack

If much of your riding is commuting, then I think that you should use a good bike to the extent this is practical, and practicality basically means "secure from theft." If theft is not a problem, then by all means use your Homer. Perhaps a bike cover might help with the elements? But I recall at

[RBW] Re: New Atlantis setup, loving the drops

John Hawrylak asked: > > > What front rack are you using? > > What front bag is that? It blends in well. > > Do you use a decailluer? > > >> Butt-in-sky Bill Lindsay replies: The front rack is a Nitto Campee model 27F. You can buy it from Somafab, Bens in Milwaukee, or Alex's straight from

Re: [RBW] New Atlantis setup, loving the drops

I've asked this question before in another context, but I'll ask it again here, since the general question has been raised: if non-aero levers require more force on the hoods, *not* because of the shape of the lever, but because the leverage is less favorable, then: Doesn't this mean that

[RBW] Re: New Atlantis setup, loving the drops

Mark, The new does look 'royal'. What front rack are you using? What front bag is that? It blends in well. Do you use a decailluer? Thanks John Hawrylak Woodstown NJ On Monday, August 15, 2016 at 12:03:44 PM UTC-4, Mark Reimer wrote: > I've been riding albatross bars for the last few

Re: [RBW] New Atlantis setup, loving the drops

Always keep a couple rolls of Eggplant Newbaums on hand for the ROYAL TREATMENT. Bill Lindsay El Cerrito, CA " I do think the Atlantis looks better with drops and that bartape!" -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To

[RBW] Re: The New England Elements, a Homer and an Outdoor Bike Rack

I don't worry about the elements at all. If I'm willing to ride in that day's weather I'm willing to leave my bike out in it :>). but I do cover my leather saddles. I only worry about thieves... On Monday, August 15, 2016 at 12:23:29 PM UTC-7, Call Me Jay wrote: > > I'm starting a new job

Re: [RBW] The New England Elements, a Homer and an Outdoor Bike Rack

Will they forbid you from bringing it inside? There might be an out of the way area where you could leave it. Ask nicely! Rene, lucky I can bring my bike into my office. On Monday, August 15, 2016, Ryan Fleming wrote: > If security is at all an issue (one of our

Re: [RBW] New Atlantis setup, loving the drops

I will give the non-aero levers a try just to experience the difference and decide if I leave them or switch to the aero ones like I have on the other bikes with drop bars. Haven't used those since I was 16-17! Back when I didn't even know frames came in different sizes and just rode a bike I was

[RBW] Re: Some recent Gravel & Grind Riv builds and a last plug for our Riv and B-stone owners Bunch Ride Sunday the 14th

Single speeding hilly country is a blast, Phil! https://www.flickr.com/photos/deaconpatrick/28388418704/in/dateposted-public/ With abandon, Patrick On Monday, August 15, 2016 at 8:57:29 AM UTC-6, Philip Kim wrote: > > i'm still trying to process how you rode the quickbeam through that >

[RBW] Re: New Atlantis setup, loving the drops

Zippy! Agreed on the Albatross. You're smarter than me. I took two years to figure that out. Grin. With abandon, Patrick On Monday, August 15, 2016 at 10:03:44 AM UTC-6, Mark Reimer wrote: > > I've been riding albatross bars for the last few months after more than a > year on dirt drops, and I

[RBW] Re: Introducing the wife to night riding.

She likes it. We rode the next night, too. Hopefully more this week, too. -- 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: The New England Elements, a Homer and an Outdoor Bike Rack

If security is at all an issue (one of our offices has outside bike racks where thieves lock crappy bikes and "shop") , I'm afraid I'd say take a nice-riding beater. If rain is the only issue, there's nothing that can't be fixed by a good saddle cover and fenders. On Monday, August 15,

Re: [RBW] New Atlantis setup, loving the drops

On 08/15/2016 02:23 PM, Mark Reimer wrote: René, a few reasons for those levers, with the main reason being that I had them kicking around, and didn't have any non-aero levers available. But beyond that, I think there is some aesthetic value there. The classic non-aero levers really look nice

Re: [RBW] New Atlantis setup, loving the drops

And this is where I love those groovy TRP levers. I can brake easily from the hoods or the drops...they are sinfully comfortable and they really work well ...esp. combined with the VO Grand Cru brakes which replaced the old Campy Super Record brakes and levers. On Monday, August 15, 2016 at

[RBW] Re: The New England Elements, a Homer and an Outdoor Bike Rack

I would and do just ride my Homer to work. I wrap the Brooks saddle with a plastic shopping bag in bad weather. In late fall, I squirt some Boeshield in the frame through the seat tube, water bottle bosses and frame vent tubes to help protect against rust. I also give the frame a coat of wax.

Re: [RBW] New Atlantis setup, loving the drops

On 08/15/2016 02:26 PM, 'Mark in Beacon' via RBW Owners Bunch wrote: I never got that one, other than maybe some don't have the hand strength to pull the lever completely from the hood position, which I guess takes a bit more muscle. It's not "hand strength," it's more like "finger

[RBW] The New England Elements, a Homer and an Outdoor Bike Rack

I'm starting a new job tomorrow at an employer with an outdoor bike rack. I'm neurotic and spoiled---my last employer had a bike rack in the parking garage. The 20 mile roundtrip ride will be much more enjoyable on my Homer but I'm concerned leaving it out in the elements. Getting an old

Re: [RBW] New Atlantis setup, loving the drops

On 08/15/2016 02:55 PM, Bill Lindsay wrote: Rene said that he: " just read one if Jan's articles explaining why they are much harder to use from the hoods as that position has a much shorter lever arm and braking is better from the drops" Jan is absolutely right and it's all just math.

[RBW] Re: Cheviot (or Sam)

Oh snap! Figured the Clem would have a better configuration than a traditional Dutch step-through. And since you asked, here's an OK picture of Betty in Central Park, near the boat launch. Hard to see from here, but I have a weird configuration that always gets compliments at bike shops:

[RBW] Re: Parts FS

What model are the cranks? On Sunday, August 14, 2016 at 11:33:59 AM UTC-4, Dave Nawrocki wrote: > > All are in good condition, pix available on request. > Paypal, bank money order or Riv gift cert for payment. > > Wheel set, Ultegra hubs, mavic open pro rims 32 hole 700c with matching >

[RBW] Re: Rambouillet Serial #'s?

I just found this site. FWIW, I have an Atlantis and a green Rambouillet purchased as frames new from Rivendell (October2006). The Rambouillet serial number is (RB 1100) Cheers Gunner . -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To

[RBW] Re: CSJ: Non-moose Boscos

Very nice, and those Chocomoose bars look right at home. Now you're tempting me into a bar swap and my Clem isn't even here yet! Will be on Wednesday by end of day, however, FedEx promises... On Saturday, 13 August 2016 16:39:18 UTC-4, Kai Vierstra wrote: > > Pictured, the Clempaloosa, this

[RBW] For Those Who Are "In-Between" Riv Sizes

Hi Joe, I'll try and get over there for a test ride. They look like great bikes. I'll keep an eye out for you on yours. Cheers, Ray Vallejo CA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop

Re: [RBW] New Atlantis setup, loving the drops

Rene said that he: " just read one if Jan's articles explaining why they are much harder to use from the hoods as that position has a much shorter lever arm and braking is better from the drops" Jan is absolutely right and it's all just math. The pivot for non-aero "traditional" brake levers

Re: [RBW] New Atlantis setup, loving the drops

I never got that one, other than maybe some don't have the hand strength to pull the lever completely from the hood position, which I guess takes a bit more muscle. I have non-aero on both my current drop setups and have never had an issue with braking from the hoods. The brake doesn't know

Re: [RBW] New Atlantis setup, loving the drops

René, a few reasons for those levers, with the main reason being that I had them kicking around, and didn't have any non-aero levers available. But beyond that, I think there is some aesthetic value there. The classic non-aero levers really look nice with a Rivendell in my opinion. You are correct

Re: [RBW] Re: Handlebar Suggestions for MTB Build?

Nice, I love GW park. I've never been biking out there though. On Monday, August 15, 2016 at 2:12:04 PM UTC-4, kielsun wrote: > > I thought I'd follow up on this thread since you all gave me such great > tips during the search phase. I ended up settling on the Surly Open Bar for > my build,

Re: [RBW] Re: Handlebar Suggestions for MTB Build?

I thought I'd follow up on this thread since you all gave me such great tips during the search phase. I ended up settling on the Surly Open Bar for my build, mostly because I was intrigued by the width and thought it would be of benefit on trails. I took a three-day bikepacking trip in the

[RBW] FS: racks, bars, stem...

A few leftovers from bicycles I have known before - who travelled in and out my door - VO rando front rack w/ decaleur (bag-attachment arm not pictured but *will be included*) $80 / new-ish (take-off) condition https://www.flickr.com/photos/joe_bunik/sets/72157664370465286 VO campeur rear rack

[RBW] New Clem-L Bike Day

Beautiful set up, and as has been mentioned on this list before, the Silvers fit on the S.A. bases. Easy swap, but maybe not necessary if you can stand the infernal clicking. -Kai Brooklyn NY -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch"

Re: [RBW] Free hub body comes loose

Just got off the phone with velocity customer service. What a pleasant experience. They listened to my story then offered me 2 options. I could have a complete wheel exactly like I have or I could have the same wheel with high end hub. The only drawback is the high end hub is black. I chose the

Re: [RBW] Introducing the wife to night riding.

Night riding on quiet roads - lovely! Night riding on buys roads - not so nice... On Monday, August 15, 2016, WETH wrote: > Agree on the joys of night riding. Glad she enjoyed it. Seems like > you'll be doing this more frequently. Enjoy! > > -- > You received this

[RBW] New Atlantis setup, loving the drops

Your Atlantis looks great Mark! I like the non-aero levers to. Bar change must be in the air.. I've been riding with alba's on my Saluki for over a year now and have been getting itchy to put Noodles back on. I almost started last night but ended up messing around with my XO3 instead

Re: [RBW] Quickbling

That rack is very cute and little. Send it my way when you want to run something more butch. :-) Bill Lindsay El Cerrito, CA On Monday, August 15, 2016 at 9:34:42 AM UTC-7, Esteban wrote: > > Its a custom I got from Gino - I forget who made it. Simple for a simple > bike. > > On Sunday,

Re: [RBW] New Atlantis setup, loving the drops

Any reason for going with non-aero brake levers? I 'm considering them for my custom to try them for the look/personality, but just read one if Jan's articles explaining why they are much harder to use from the hoods as that position has a much shorter lever arm and braking is better from the

[RBW] Re: Quickbling

Wheels are awesome - thanks, Bryan! On Sunday, August 14, 2016 at 7:48:51 PM UTC-7, comveo wrote: > > Esteban! > > > That setup looks excellent. So happy that the wheels found a new home on > such a thoughtful build. Very tastefully done : ) > > > Enjoy! > > > -Bryan > > On Sunday, August 14,

Re: [RBW] Free hub body comes loose

Wow, that's terrible. I like their rims for the most part but will think twice about running any of their hubs. Who is the actual OEM, I wonder? Surely Velocity doesn't make those hubs themselves. Novatec? On Mon, Aug 15, 2016 at 6:48 AM, Howard Hatten wrote: > Hi Peter >

Re: [RBW] Quickbling

Its a custom I got from Gino - I forget who made it. Simple for a simple bike. On Sunday, August 14, 2016 at 8:24:57 PM UTC-7, jbu...@gmail.com wrote: > > Toei front rack by way of Jitensha Studio? > =- Joe Bunik > Walnut Creek, CA > > On 8/14/16, Bill Lindsay wrote: > >

[RBW] New Clem-L Bike Day

Hey, you got cream details on the fork! Cool! Good luck with those shifters..I had them on the Clem I borrowed for the Bike Snob Book Ride, and *really* didn't like them. I'd take Silver Power Ratchets over those things any day. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the

Re: [RBW] Free hub body comes loose

Just call them. They answer and will have a solution. They are the only wheels I will but based on my interactions with the staff. Fair winds, Captain Conway Bennett > On Aug 15, 2016, at 11:23 AM, Howard Hatten wrote: > > Conway , thanks for the reply. After finally

Re: [RBW] Free hub body comes loose

Conway , thanks for the reply. After finally locating a 12mm Allen wrench I attempted to tighten the free hub back on and the attachment bolt broke. It must have cracked and loosened itself up. Now I have half of the bolt trapped inside the hub. I've messaged Velocity , waiting for reply

[RBW] New Atlantis setup, loving the drops

I've been riding albatross bars for the last few months after more than a year on dirt drops, and I decided it was time for a change. Alba's are awesome in the city, but I found the upright position a bit inhibiting for bigger and longer efforts. With fall coming up, I've got some longer rides

[RBW] Re: Cheviot (or Sam)

something like this would work for me On Sunday, August 14, 2016 at 10:47:25 PM UTC-5, Jame E wrote: > > I have another mixte, but I did want to make a recommendation to those of > you with mixte or other step-through frames. > > I have this leather frame handle >

[RBW] Re: Some recent Gravel & Grind Riv builds and a last plug for our Riv and B-stone owners Bunch Ride Sunday the 14th

Nice photos, John! Bummed I couldn't make it out to the ride yesterday, but we had just gotten back into town from vacation. I'll be there next year if another meetup is planned. Bob in Baltimore -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners

[RBW] Re: New Clem-L Bike Day

Nice bike. love the gray, blue, and silver together. Congrats on being able to get out again for a 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

Re: [RBW] Free hub body comes loose

Yep, worst hubs ever. However velocity's customer service is the best I have ever experienced. I went thru two sport hubs in two years. With regular commuting, let's say 100 miles a week, each failed within 8-9 months. Each time the hub came out of adjust and by the time I found the source

[RBW] Re: Some recent Gravel & Grind Riv builds and a last plug for our Riv and B-stone owners Bunch Ride Sunday the 14th

bummed i bowed out early, thanks for being encouraging during the ride! i'm still trying to process how you rode the quickbeam through that ride... On Monday, August 15, 2016 at 10:26:04 AM UTC-4, John G wrote: > > Good time, good people. Nice to meet some of the folks from away. A > Quickbeam

[RBW] Re: New Clem-L Bike Day

Nicely appointed, and the color is super--the grayish silver of the P65s looks great with that wonderful blue, as does the stock gray saddle. Just a super looking, super capable bicycle! I have the Rustine grips on two bikes, they look and feel great. But the stock grips on my Clementine are

[RBW] Re: FS-Big MUSA and Wool, Bags, and more...

I bought them when I wore a 40-42" waist and they fit okay, maybe a little tight in the legs. I'm a 36" these days and they actually still fit okay, not going to fall down anyway. But since they don't make these anymore, I can't find a size chart. They are called the "Fenster" knickers, so if

[RBW] Re: Some recent Gravel & Grind Riv builds and a last plug for our Riv and B-stone owners Bunch Ride Sunday the 14th

Good time, good people. Nice to meet some of the folks from away. A Quickbeam was perhaps not the best choice for the terrain, but I did OK anyway. Someday I will go on a group ride and not get a flat. Couple of photos here: https://www.flickr.com/photos/14612032@N00/albums/72157672387444346

[RBW] Re: FS-Big MUSA and Wool, Bags, and more...

On Sunday, August 14, 2016 at 3:11:18 PM UTC-7, scott wrote: > Here is what is left: > > One pair of XXL Swobo wool knickers with a pad. Don't know if they make > these anymore. Very, very, very lightly used. $20 shipped > > One Carradice bag support, like the Silver Hupe. Rubber intact, not

[RBW] Introducing the wife to night riding.

Agree on the joys of night riding. Glad she enjoyed it. Seems like you'll be doing this more frequently. Enjoy! -- 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

Re: [RBW] Free hub body comes loose

Hi Peter This is off of a velocity atlas wheel. Came on my Atlantis. Looking at the velocity website the hub looks like the "sport rear hub". Site says hub body # cb07. Don't see any identifying numbers on the part. Attachment bolt is internal to the hub Howard -- You received this

Re: [RBW] Free hub body comes loose

And the brand and model of hub would be? PJW On Sun, Aug 14, 2016 at 7:11 PM, Howard Hatten wrote: > Group help needed. > Lately my shifting has been getting bad. I've checked the deraileur hanger > and it is good. I switched to friction mode and it worked fine. All of the >