[RBW] Re: The Cheviot has arrived!

Funny that the photo of the shifters in the Soma page is exactly reversed to how I set them up, which is to mimic how the shifters work on the down tube. David, I set the tires up on Atlas rims which are wider than standard road rims. I'll measure them when I get home next Sunday afternoon. BTW,

Re: [RBW] Re: Hypothetical albastache handlebar setup

I'm actually looking at the albastache because I want the longer reach option - I have a very long torso, proportionately, and most swept-back bars end up too close for comfort except with really, really long top tube bikes and really long stems. I appreciate all the feedback from folks on this

[RBW] Re: Hypothetical albastache handlebar setup

3rd that. I have albastaches on my hunqapillar and hear what you're saying. I keep going back and forth between having something upright like the albatross with brake levers at the ends of the bars vs. albastache with breaks in the drops and at the end of the day I prefer the albastache - the

Re: [RBW] Leah's Bicycle Bus! (and question)

Agreed. I envision a future post about the lone car trying to eek its way into the massive line of parents on bikes dropping off kids at your school. Wouldn't that be ideal! John On Sunday, September 25, 2016 at 9:20:38 PM UTC-7, Evan E. wrote: > > Leah, > > Please post a bus update at least

Re: [RBW] Leah's Bicycle Bus! (and question)

Leah, Please post a bus update at least once a week! For one thing, it's just plain fun to hear about your adventures and read your observations. For another, it'll be fascinating to see how things change in your neighborhood, or perhaps don't change, as the weather cools, as your bus gains

[RBW] Re: JumboBackabikeGrabbySackThingy

I'll be sure to bring it on our Point Reyes Lighthouse Ride, Evan. John On Sunday, September 25, 2016 at 9:07:38 PM UTC-7, Evan E. wrote: > > Looks great! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and

[RBW] Re: JumboBackabikeGrabbySackThingy

Looks great! -- 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] JumboBackabikeGrabbySackThingy

This is just fantastic -- 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

[RBW] JumboBackabikeGrabbySackThingy

I was fortunate enough to stumble across what looked to be an early prototype of the Jumbo Grabby Sack for $20 in the last Riv garage sale. It has a handle and shoulder/waist strap in the back and had a makeshift brown shoulder strap loosely attached with a sewing awl. It also has only one

[RBW] Re: Hypothetical albastache handlebar setup

Agreed. I find the brakes on the hooks to be really easy to get to. I thought about inverse levers when I got mine, because i assumed I'd be riding mostly near the ends, but I'm really glad I went with standard road levers And setup the bars the way riv does. I find I ride between the hooks and

[RBW] Re: Hypothetical albastache handlebar setup

I remember asking Keven about interrupters when I first bought my Albastache bar set up. He said that there really wasn't any need since you can quickly shift your grip from upright to the braking position quickly and easily. It has been my experience that he was right. John On Sunday,

[RBW] Hypothetical albastache handlebar setup

I'm putting together a commuter bike for my 18-mile commute because my fancy bikes are too fancy and my Clem is too long to fit nicely in the bike racks on the train back home. So I'm going to build up an old English 3-speed that will hopefully fit the bill. For handlebars, I am thinking about

Re: [RBW] Leah's Bicycle Bus! (and question)

Thank you Leah. I had been waiting for the next installment of the "Bicycle Bus", and to follow Patrick, I much enjoyed it. Bob On Sun, Sep 25, 2016 at 5:16 PM, LeahFoy wrote: > Lol, Patrick Moore! That's high praise, indeed! My rides are not epic, but > they are

Re: [RBW] Re: Rat Trap Pass tubeless on Atlas rims?

On Sun, Sep 25, 2016 at 2:35 PM, Kellie wrote: > this page implies Atlas rims are tubeless ready: http://www.velocityusa. > com/tech/rims/ > Alas, it is not so. See here: http://www.velocityusa.com/product/rims/atlas-622 The "Tire Interface" is stated as "Clincher".

[RBW] Re: Bars for Climbing

Nice setup! On Sunday, September 25, 2016 at 7:03:37 PM UTC-7, Kai Vierstra wrote: > > > > > >

[RBW] Re: Bars for Climbing

Bosco'd out of the box, then

[RBW] Re: 650b'd romulus

Erl, I don't have callipers to measure the tire width, but holding up a tape measure it looks a little over 40mm - although I'm not sure the picture I took shows that very convincingly. I also took another photo of the clearance with fender and tire and the crown, which seemed plenty to me. I

[RBW] 650b'd Redwood.

Cool 650b-ing. Watch it with those stays! I think I read that a tire can cut into a stay in no time. -- 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] WTB: Knickers (MUSA) size small

In case anyone has a pair kicking around that doesn't get use... Pls drop a line with your price incl shipping: kolbyt at gmail dot com. Riv only has XS with no plans for a reorder on the horizon, strangely. Thx Kolby -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google

[RBW] Re: 650b'd romulus

Sky, I am just now realizing you got 42 tires under fenders. Ian impressed! Could I trouble you for the actual width of the tires on your rims? I knew I had room to go wider, but I did not dream that wide. Thanks, Erl -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google

[RBW] Re: 650b'd romulus

Thanks Richard...sky On Sunday, September 25, 2016 at 3:51:24 PM UTC-7, RichS wrote: > > Very sweet! Enhanced by the F15 rack/Riv bag combination! > > Best, > Richard > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from

[RBW] ISO: riv frame

I still have my 650b wheels and some brakes and some random parts, and I sort of want to build a bike, but it depends on price.. PBH of 83.x effective top tube of 55.5 works best, no bigger. smaller may even be better.. let me know what you have.. -- You received this message because you

[RBW] FS: Nitto F15 Rack. $45 plus shipping.

Bought this used off this list but never used it. One handlebar mount was drilled through and fastens with a nut on the underside. Will send photos to show. Functions just the same. $45 plus shipping, typically $6 USPS Priority mail. Can send a PP invoice. Contact off list if you can. David

[RBW] Re: 650b'd romulus

Very sweet! Enhanced by the F15 rack/Riv bag combination! Best, Richard -- 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 Cheviot has arrived!

http://store.somafab.com/irddoshmofor.html On Sunday, September 25, 2016 at 9:10:11 AM UTC-4, masmojo wrote: > > What sort of mount did you use for the shifters? I need something similar > for my Atlantis. Nice build, tempted to get one myself, but between my > Clementine & Atlantis it might be

[RBW] Re: Rat Trap Pass tubeless on Atlas rims?

this page implies Atlas rims are tubeless ready: http://www.velocityusa.com/tech/rims/ On Sunday, September 25, 2016 at 10:24:54 AM UTC-7, dstein wrote: > > Anyone mount Rat Trap Pass tubeless on Velocity Atlas rims? The tires are > tubeless ready but I don't think the rims are. I've asked

Re: [RBW] Leah's Bicycle Bus! (and question)

Lol, Patrick Moore! That's high praise, indeed! My rides are not epic, but they are colorful! Thanks for the offer of the bike; I only wish I had someone it would fit! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from

[RBW] Re: The Cheviot has arrived!

Bike looks great! I'm trying to figure out how I can justify a Cheviot in my stable. I just broke my daily commuter, building up a VO Campeur as new commuter, but if that doesn't fit right, a Cheviot might be in my future. Any chance you measured the actual width of the Compass Snoqualmie Pass

Re: [RBW] Leah's Bicycle Bus! (and question)

*3. I think instead of arguing, I'm going to use kindness. The next time I hear a negative comment, I'm going to hit the brakes, jump off my bike and walk alongside the offender. "I heard what you said. So, you're displeased with me, now tell me why." I'll explain that we can't use the street, and

Re: [RBW] Leah's Bicycle Bus! (and question)

Sorry, that should be "narsty barstid." On Sun, Sep 25, 2016 at 2:56 PM, Patrick Moore wrote: > > Patrick Moore, reading Dervla Murphy and recalling Paul Theroux (nasty > bastard, but writes well), Eric Newby (hugely funny in his earlier > publication, but lost steam by the

[RBW] 650b'd Redwood.

While I've converted my Redwood to 650b wheels in the past, I briefly swapped back to 700c wheels with Barlow Pass tires. I swapped out 650b as I had been using Vee Rubber Speedsters which measured 47mm actual. Under heavy pedaling, the tires would rub at the chainstays. I could dent the

Re: [RBW] Leah's Bicycle Bus! (and question)

* Why do I read Leah's quotidien report about kids and bikes and parents riding 2 miles to school, when I'll sniff and put aside reports of epic adventures across inaccessible deserts half a globe away? The quality of writing, my friends, and the liveliness of the descriptions. I remember reading

Re: [RBW] Leah's Bicycle Bus! (and question)

*The below is really just storytelling about a neighborhood and its kids and their bikes. There won't be anything informative or life-altering. It's really just my reflections on bringing back cycling in the suburbs.* We've been having a lot of new experiences on our bicycle bus. Lots of kids

Re: [RBW] A plug to buy something from Rivendell Bicycle Works: A Nitto F-15 rack

a small rando-type bag than hangs from the F-15, possibly smaller than usual On Sunday, September 25, 2016 at 2:22:03 PM UTC-5, Frank Brose wrote: > > Please do! If you don't mind me asking what is he cooking up? I'm looking > forward to the pictures. If for nothing else to see more of Ely's

Re: [RBW] A plug to buy something from Rivendell Bicycle Works: A Nitto F-15 rack

Please do! If you don't mind me asking what is he cooking up? I'm looking forward to the pictures. If for nothing else to see more of Ely's work. Beautiful bags. On Sunday, September 25, 2016 at 10:23:10 AM UTC-5, Ron Mc wrote: > > Ely is at work for me - I'll post a photo in a few weeks. > >

[RBW] Re: FS: Small Gray Trunk Sack/King Cages/Berthoud Touring Saddles

Updates based on feedback Pictures of Saddle 1 - https://www.icloud.com/sharedalbum/#B04GY8gBYGYFjtE Pictures of Saddle 2 - https://www.icloud.com/sharedalbum/#B045nhQSTngYSf Pictures of Grey Trunk Sack - https://www.icloud.com/sharedalbum/#B04G6XBubG6W35L Questions posted answered. Yes, these

Re: [RBW] Rat Trap Pass tubeless on Atlas rims?

Not my experience, alas. I've had experts set up tubeless ready tires on tubeless unready rims with lotsa tape, and while it worked after a fashion, it was chancy whether the beads would stay tight against the rim when air pressure was released; IOW, the setup required air pressure to secure the

[RBW] Re: Rat Trap Pass tubeless on Atlas rims?

I too have the Atlas rims and have thought about it, but have not tried. On Sunday, September 25, 2016 at 1:34:10 PM UTC-4, Belopsky wrote: > > great question, the velocity atlas rims are not tubeless ready s0 - yes > with the right tape and sealant, they would be, potentially? > -- You

[RBW] Re: Rat Trap Pass tubeless on Atlas rims?

great question, the velocity atlas rims are not tubeless ready s0 - yes with the right tape and sealant, they would be, potentially? -- 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] Rat Trap Pass tubeless on Atlas rims?

Anyone mount Rat Trap Pass tubeless on Velocity Atlas rims? The tires are tubeless ready but I don't think the rims are. I've asked tubeless questions in the past and the general response I get is - if you use the right tape and enough sealant, anything can be tubeless ;). Thinking of buying

[RBW] DC Area Friends Meet-up?

Chris, I rode the gap @ c this past spring. You'll enjoy much nicer trail conditions on the gap. Hopefully fall colors will greet you. If you camp at one place I recommend Husky Haven Campground in Rockwood. Reserve early enough and your group might get a covered campsite. They have a few. Very

[RBW] DC Area Friends Meet-up?

I was fortunate to meet several of you DC area folks last year when I came out for the C tour. Some of you even rode and camped with us. We had such a great time, we wanted to come back and do something similar this year. Me, son-in-law Carey, and Steve Butcher (graveldoc) are planning a

[RBW] FS: 64 Orange Rambouillet frame (f,f,hs)

As per my previous posts,which contain pics of the full build, I am listing the frame only. Condition as noted before, suitable for a 650b conversion. Serial # RB 038. Asking $850 Thanks, Alan -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch"

Re: [RBW] A plug to buy something from Rivendell Bicycle Works: A Nitto F-15 rack

Ely is at work for me - I'll post a photo in a few weeks. -- 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.

Re: [RBW] Tire trouble & puzzlement

I had a Challenge Chicane tubular that came apart at a casing defect on the 3rd ride - biketiresdirect handled warranty for me On Saturday, September 24, 2016 at 8:25:03 PM UTC-5, Patrick Moore wrote: > >

[RBW] Re: The Cheviot has arrived!

It's the IRD quill mount that RBW sells, but they are currently out of them. René On Sunday, September 25, 2016, masmojo wrote: > What sort of mount did you use for the shifters? I need something similar > for my Atlantis. Nice build, tempted to get one myself, but

[RBW] Re: The Cheviot has arrived!

What sort of mount did you use for the shifters? I need something similar for my Atlantis. Nice build, tempted to get one myself, but between my Clementine & Atlantis it might be too much duplication. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners

[RBW] FS: Small Gray Trunk Sack/King Cages/Berthoud Touring Saddles

Cages gone. -- 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: Silver DT shifters on Simplex band braze ons?

Thanks for all of the tips and insight. Upon closer inspection, my bike apparently has a half band with a frame braze on the other side. Looks like I'm stuck using Simplex. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe