[RBW] Re: Only three more mountain mixtes remain....

Sitting in a box in the garage as I type this. :) Sadly work and family stuff prevents me from building it up for a couple of weeks. I'll try to post photos when I do get it built up. On Friday, February 10, 2017 at 11:45:36 AM UTC-8, Bill Lindsay wrote: > > The 54.5 cm step-thru Rosco Bubbes

[RBW] Re: I could have a lot of enthusiasm for this (Riv Tandem)

Many tandems are designed with more rake/less trail due to different handling forces than a single. I suspect this might apply even more to a sub-700c frame designed for fat tires & upright bars. On Friday, February 10, 2017 at 7:49:34 PM UTC-5, Christopher Cote wrote: > > Wow, 66mm of fork

[RBW] Re: Only three more mountain mixtes remain....

Where did you guys see a picture of Will's upcoming Mixte? 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 receiving emails from it, send an email to

[RBW] Re: Only three more mountain mixtes remain....

Oops, I mean Roman's Bubbe. By the way, I just bought this GT mountain mixte for my ex last week. $40. It really looks this pink in real life! I would love to find a bigger one for myself. Everything is working like the day it was made: On Friday, February 10, 2017 at 10:56:02 PM UTC-5,

[RBW] Re: Only three more mountain mixtes remain....

It will be different, but not that different. And if the BF does everything you need it to (and why couldn't/shouldn't it) you don't really need a Bosco Rubbe mountain mixte. But if you love bicycles, it's hard not to pine after some of these cool new models. I have a Clementine and a

[RBW] Re: Only three more mountain mixtes remain....

There's a portage strap by walnut studios, which I have on my Pelican. Works great looks great. Really nice since the frame pump fits under the top tube, so it gets in the way of shouldering. Maybe worth a look -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW

[RBW] Only three more mountain mixtes remain....

Bob, It should take a fatter tire than a 50. It has the same fork crown as the Appaloosa. If you look at the staff bikes you can see the one Roman set up. It has 55s on it and they aren't (to my taste) crowded. When I saw that bike the other day, those tires looked plenty fat for

[RBW] Only three more mountain mixtes remain....

Bill, I would've jumped on this and possibly unloaded my Sam (two bike limit for me), but the clearances aren't as massive as with Will's huge mixte. 50cm is great and all, but I can almost clear that on my canti Sam. I may be greedy, but here's to hoping for another somewhere down the pike.

[RBW] Re: Snowy Ride Report

Cool video. I guess it was that iphone? Do they make a gopro style holder? Many years ago I got up in the middle of the night, hopped on my Kestrel mountain bike (with tire chains!) and did a lap of Central Park in blizzard conditions; I almost got buried by a giant snow plow truck. But never

[RBW] Snowy Ride Report

Thanks Michael. One enjoyment I get from RBW & IBOB lists is getting an idea of bicycle life in other environs. I have always lived in small to medium western towns, except for a year each in Portland OR and Daegu Korea. So NY NY is exotica for me. Looks like a fun ride. Joe in GJT where it

Re: [RBW] Re: Correct Honjo Fenders for Saluki frame?

Patrick, I used the dimpling/indentation method described a BQ volume from 2011 or so. Basically, I drilled a 1" hole in a 2x4 and cut the 2x4 so the 1" hole was halved. Place the fender on the wood form where you want the dimple and gently form the dimple with a wooden dowel and mallet. In

[RBW] Re: Only three more mountain mixtes remain....

Different enough that it would be worth considering. It's able to take fatter tires, likely to draw less attention and begs to be a rough stuff utilitarian steed. Ray Vallejo CA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To

[RBW] Re: I could have a lot of enthusiasm for this (Riv Tandem)

Wow, 66mm of fork offset. Not what I'd expect from Rivendell. Chris On Thursday, February 9, 2017 at 11:47:57 PM UTC-5, Tom Virgil wrote: > > Well I certainly don't need another bike. Sam Hillborne and the Boulder > have fulfilled my biking needs beyond my imagination. I have a few others >

[RBW] Re: Only three more mountain mixtes remain....

Hmmhow different would it be from a Betty Foy? I mean, I already have the best bike in the world (TBBITW) but I sort of have a desire to have ALL the Riv mixtes. This would never fly in my household, but a girl can dream. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the

[RBW] Re: Grant on WIRED

I love that he actually cares that people have fun riding bikes! Haters say it's all marketing--but it's clearly not. Grant used that article to plug several products he doesn't sell. Awesome. Bob K. in Baltimore -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: 1997 57cm Rivendell Road, Waterford-built; $1500 OBO

SOH is 32"/81.3mm with 32 tires. -- todd On Fri, Feb 10, 2017 at 3:02 PM, John Hawrylak wrote: > Todd > > What is the SOH?? > > John Hawrylak > Woodstown NJ > > > On Friday, February 10, 2017 at 2:31:25 PM UTC-5, Todd Fahrner wrote: >> >> Thank you, Tim, for

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: 1997 57cm Rivendell Road, Waterford-built; $1500 OBO

Todd What is the SOH?? John Hawrylak Woodstown NJ On Friday, February 10, 2017 at 2:31:25 PM UTC-5, Todd Fahrner wrote: > Thank you, Tim, for providing detailed geometry. I confirm this is a 57cm > Road Standard. Prior to actually fitting said tires and fenders, it's hard > to say for sure

[RBW] FS: '05 58cm Red Glorius F/F/H -- Joe Bell Paint

Oh my! The Riv of my dreams!! This is not good from a financial position. I hope someone else buys this gorgeous bike immediately! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving

[RBW] Re: Only three more mountain mixtes remain....

I have to say...the lift-a-tube is a really smart idea especially for the mixtesbecause I think schlepping my new mixte up the stairs (I rent top half of a duplex) could be a pain. No way I'm locking the bike in my garage. However...Reader #44 has a pretty good hack to get around that ;

[RBW] Re: Only three more mountain mixtes remain....

Ray, good question. I was more referring to seatpost and chainstay lengths as being too big. Still workable, but wanted something slightly smaller in terms of ST & CS, as well as tire clearance, brakes added to the equation of trying to resize to a 55cm. A 55cm would mean my saddle would have

[RBW] Rosco Bubbe photos on Flickr

I really enjoy the various photos of bicycles that group members post. I'd enjoy seeing lots of Rosco Bubbes, in all their variety of forms, in one place. I'm no photographer, but I created a group, added a couple of photos of mine, and attached a link. https://flic.kr/p/Rr7vz7

[RBW] Rosoc Bubbe photos

I really enjoy the various photos of bicycles that this group posts. I'd love to see lots of Rosco Bubbes, in all their variety of forms, in one place. I'm no photographer, but I created a group, added a couple of photos of mine, and attached a link. https://flic.kr/p/Rr7vz7 If you happen to

[RBW] Re: Grant on WIRED

Never miss a chance to harpoon the bike industry! Thanks for posting. I like the color range of these cheapy pedals he recommends! On Friday, February 10, 2017 at 11:28:05 AM UTC-5, sameness wrote: > > "Your Handy Guide to Riding a Bike Like a Kid Again" >

[RBW] Re: Only three more mountain mixtes remain....

Phillip, Just curious, why do you think a 55 Cheviut is too big? Aren't the top tube distances the same as on the Roscoe? 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

[RBW] Re: Only three more mountain mixtes remain....

mine will be in monday! my 50cm chev was great, but always wanted more tire clearances (and cantis/v brakes), and found lifting the bike up the stairs was too awkward. Also wished it was slightly bigger - I was a bit too big for 50cm, but 55 was a bit too big. Got a Hunq. Loved it, but saw

[RBW] Only three more mountain mixtes remain....

I've been really tempted by one of those myself. I testrode one with bull moose bars, it's a tad long in the top tube but could work fine with different bars. By comparison, the 51cm Appaloosa was a perfect fit with the same bars but a little snug on standover. Both great bikes and both

[RBW] Only three more mountain mixtes remain....

Thank you for that public service announcement Bill! Been eyeing it up but the Roadini is in the wings. Ugh! Decisions decisions -- 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] Only three more mountain mixtes remain....

The 54.5 cm step-thru Rosco Bubbes are down to only three left. Medium sized folks who want a mountain mixte should get one before they are gone. Look at all the tall folks complaining that the big mountain mixtes sold out so fast. You medium sized folks don't want to feel that regret.

[RBW] FS: '05 58cm Red Glorius F/F/H -- Joe Bell Paint

If you received the latest RBW email, you can see a photo of this frame (as a complete bike) there. A 2005 Glorius with a Joe Bell paint job. Bike was ridden 100 miles, max. A few chips and scrapes, otherwise pristine, and in great condition. Joe Bell touchup paint included. This was a special

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: 1997 57cm Rivendell Road, Waterford-built; $1500 OBO

Thank you, Tim, for providing detailed geometry. I confirm this is a 57cm Road Standard. Prior to actually fitting said tires and fenders, it's hard to say for sure what will fit, but my good-faith guess is that it will fit 35s without fender, 32 with fender (tight) and 28 with fenders no

[RBW] Re: Snowy Ride Report

Neat video. Thanks for sharing! On Friday, February 10, 2017 at 1:07:39 PM UTC-5, Michael Morrissey wrote: > > I took a nice snowy bike ride yesterday and documented it on video: > > https://youtu.be/B0xyW6dUSow > > I didn't take my Rivendell, but my bad-weather bike is pretty > Rivendell-esque.

Re: [RBW] FS: Vintage Deore components, cages, tires, and more

Okay, update. Rear derailleur and VO cage sold, everything else still remains. I lowered the prices on some of the stuff. If this stuff doesn't move by the weekend, I may go the ebay/Craigslist route (with regular prices reinstituted.) So now is the time to act! And if you are interested, please

[RBW] Snowy Ride Report

I took a nice snowy bike ride yesterday and documented it on video: https://youtu.be/B0xyW6dUSow I didn't take my Rivendell, but my bad-weather bike is pretty Rivendell-esque. Enjoy! M -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To

[RBW] Re: FT: TRP EuroX cantilever brakes for Albatross bar

Forgot to add that I'd also be interested in trading for Tektro R559 (55-73 mm drop) calipers with the nutted bolts for older, non-recessed frames. Thanks, Leif -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this

[RBW] BUMP! BUMP! FS: 64 Quickbeam frame/ fork/ wheels

Hey group, up for sale is an 64cm Orange Quickbeam. Includes headset/ bottom bracket/ wheels. I have some stems/ seatpost I could throw on. Additionally, I have a White Industries DOS freewheel (17/19). I bought it used, and the decals had been removed and I just left it like that. You

[RBW] Grant on WIRED

"Your Handy Guide to Riding a Bike Like a Kid Again" 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

[RBW] Re: I could have a lot of enthusiasm for this (Riv Tandem)

I know Riv will have more for sale when they land for a bit more.. $1800 I think -- 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] FT: TRP EuroX cantilever brakes for Albatross bar

Hi Folks, I picked these up recently at a bike swap, and neglected to notice that a straddle cable carrier and barrel adjusting hardware for one

Re: [RBW] Re: FS/FT- 23" Stumpjumper, F/F & extras -$225-

Ant, Thanks for the additional information. I think I'll have to pass as the price is a little high for the particular build I was envisioning. If it's not already sold, I'm sure it will sell very soon. Thanks, Ryan On Thu, Feb 9, 2017 at 6:08 PM, ant ritchey

[RBW] Re: I could have a lot of enthusiasm for this (Riv Tandem)

At least part of my motivation for getting the tandem is enticing the wife to ride more (She is a "fair-weather" leisure rider, with a justifiable dose of bike shop owner's wife resentment)I'll let you gentlemen know how that works out and I'll be sure to share pics :-) On Friday, February

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: 1997 57cm Rivendell Road, Waterford-built; $1500 OBO

Here's the geometry sheets for the 1st generation Rivendell frames, including the Road Standard. http://www.cyclofiend.com/rbw/gen1/#catalog5 Tire clearance is supposed to be up to a 700 x 35, but there seems to be some variation on this. My '97 Road Standard 59 cm, for example, has very tight

[RBW] Re: FS: 1997 57cm Rivendell Road, Waterford-built; $1500 OBO

Can you provide some measurements? What's the biggest tire this will fit? Fender mounts? -- 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: I could have a lot of enthusiasm for this (Riv Tandem)

Im kicking myself for not pre-ordering. I think my wife will ride a lot more with me if we are on a tandem. -- 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