[RBW] Re: Wide drops for loaded Hunqapillar

Sorry Matt, just seeing this now. Honestly - having a wider flat bar & the option of drops is incredible, especially on the Hunq. Most of the time with drops I ride up on the flats anyways, and now with this bar I've got more control and more options for hand positions. My only regret is not

[RBW] Re: WTB/WTT/FS: Albatross HT Alu for Bullmoose Fillet Brazed Bars

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[RBW] Re: Photos of new silver Joe Appaloosa color

I love the silver cranks, too. Especially the logo. Put my order in for a 55 in silver earlier today. Sold two bikes and with the money I got from that, was just $5 short of the Appaloosa + shipping. On Monday, March 20, 2017 at 5:38:31 PM UTC-5, Philip Kim wrote: > > Yes the silver cranks are

[RBW] Re: Rosco Road is much more complete now. Docena handlebar bag

The Bob Jon Pass measures a true 35mm on Open Pro rims. The closest spot for clearance is under the fork crown. I probably would be comfortable with 38s with fenders and I suspect Rock and Roads would fit without fenders, and those are 43mm knobbies -- You received this message because you

Re: [RBW] Re: New bike day: unpacking

https://fitkitsystems.com/product/pedal-spacers-20mm/?gclid=Cj0KEQjwnsPGBRDo4c6RqK-Oqu8BEiQAwNviCVM-vfOVecBoaNnqALDo7EP5bLrXUjP5aO7-UEeYBawaAihk8P8HAQ On Tue, Mar 21, 2017 at 5:23 PM, Ryan Fleming wrote: > what are pedal extenders exactly? > > On Tuesday, March 21,

[RBW] Re: REMINDER: Coffee Outside Bay Area

*Coffee Outside* is coming this Sat., 7AM. There's an incredible prize donated from *Rivendell *for one lucky cyclist. Bring your brewing setup/thermos or some "eats" for trade and I'll make you a cup. Rain or shine (there's an overhand if it's raining about 50 yds. from where we usually

Re: [RBW] Re: How to clean Ortliebs?

I wonder what gall soap is. I just wipe with a damp towel, and am always careful to air dry thoroughly. I don't worry about newsage. On Tue, Mar 21, 2017 at 8:32 AM, Brian Campbell wrote: > For the lazy or challenged: > > My Ortlieb product is dirty. What is the best way

[RBW] Re: Rosco Road is much more complete now. Docena handlebar bag

How is the tire clearance? Are the chainstays the limiting point? What's the actual width of the Bon Jon Pass tires? How big do you think you could go with/without fenders? Sorry for the barrage of questions, but inquiring minds have to know! Chris On Sunday, March 19, 2017 at 1:06:44 PM

[RBW] For Sale/Trade: Selle Anatomica NSX

Black NSX, lightly used (maybe 5 times?). Very minor scuff (see pics); otherwise in excellent condition. $90 (free shipping); prefer to trade for Brooks (B17, Flyer, Pro, etc...). Please email me: montclairbob...@gmail.com Thanks! BB

Re: [RBW] Re: Clem L (low bar) for longer rides?

Thank you all! I think I'll need to go to "local" RIV reseller and ride some. I have two bikes, both early 1990 hybrids. The first is hybrid more of mountain bike and that one is at work, so I can ride after work without having to tote my more-liked bike back and forth. I'm the original

Re: [RBW] Re: New bike day: unpacking

It looks like they used the same length chainstays on the 65cm Clem as the 59cm. They look more proportional (but still long!) on the big bike. Looks great! On Tue, Mar 21, 2017 at 5:28 PM, Jim Bronson wrote: > The front hub is marked Clem. The back hub is unmarked. I

Re: [RBW] Re: New bike day: unpacking

what are pedal extenders exactly? On Tuesday, March 21, 2017 at 4:29:18 PM UTC-5, Jim Bronson wrote: > > The front hub is marked Clem. The back hub is unmarked. I don't think > they're Silver hubs per se. They look like older Shimano MTB hubs. > > What do I think about the bike? Feels big,

Re: [RBW] Re: New bike day: unpacking

The front hub is marked Clem. The back hub is unmarked. I don't think they're Silver hubs per se. They look like older Shimano MTB hubs. What do I think about the bike? Feels big, bigger than the 65cm size would indicate. Standover was pretty tight when I stood over it in bare feet after

[RBW] Re: Red Rosco

Here's mine, not quite done, but further along thwn these photos show. These are from a couple weeks ago. http://smg.photobucket.com/user/masmojo/media/bikes/20170219_164352_zps1pamvsmf.jpg.html http://smg.photobucket.com/user/masmojo/media/bikes/20170223_205757_zpse5ibq8mu.jpg.html Fenders,

Re: [RBW] Re: PSA: 56cm Quickbeam on eBay

I agree that we probably won't be seeing a new QB iteration soon (excluding the Blue Lug project). It would be cool to see a Quickbeam/Simpleone mixte-- maybe the QuickMix? I do wonder if you could invert the QB's angled dropout so you could use it as a derailer bike or single speed without

[RBW] Re: Red Rosco

hmmm maybe you were one of the ladies at RBW picking up a red Roscoe? On Tuesday, March 21, 2017 at 10:01:31 AM UTC-5, Eli Queen wrote: > > (First post!) > > I'm building one up right now. It's taking a while (or you could say I'm > taking my time) b/c I'm also building my fist set of wheels as

[RBW] Re: Red Rosco

Congratulations and the red is a beauty! I will have a blue one in the near future. Go Rosco's! -- 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: Clem L (low bar) for longer rides?

Roberta, I owned a Clem H, and currently have an Appaloosa. I think they both handle about the same - smooth and stable in a straight line, but still a nice turn-in - but I would pick the Appa for a 50 mile ride. It's a little lighter and more responsive, which are things you will appreciate 30

Re: [RBW] Re: Clem L (low bar) for longer rides?

Ryan, I laughed at your comment about cringing with a "hybrid"! I decided a few years back to ditch drop bars and go with alt bars (read Mary, Bosco, Albas, MAPS, etc). My local shop, who are great guys really, always call my bikes a "hybrid" and it does make me cringe. I've modified '80's

[RBW] Re: WTB: Sugino XD2 or XD600 triple 170mm

Kieran, I just pm'd you. Regards, Richard On Monday, March 20, 2017 at 10:11:56 PM UTC-4, Kieran J wrote: > > Hi All, > > Looking for a good example of this crankset in 170mm length. New or close > to it. > Should have 46/36/26t rings or thereabouts. > > Anyone have a spare one? Let me know.

Re: [RBW] Re: New bike day: unpacking

Congratulations! Clem are an excellent value. Stable and comfortable. Best, Richard On Tuesday, March 21, 2017 at 11:08:18 AM UTC-4, Ryan Fleming wrote: > > Nice...Jim are those Silver hubs as well? That Silver crank impresses me > more and more every time I see it. You'll have to let us know

Re: [RBW] Re: Clem L (low bar) for longer rides?

Hi Roberta I am a multi-bike owner - 64 - and though I used to tour and do centuries , I now enjoy the rides you describe and 50 miles would be my upper limit. I do have a Riv road bike and an all-rounder w moustache bars...etc. so most of my fleet are "hybrids" - cringe. and I've just

[RBW] Re: Clem L (low bar) for longer rides?

Roberta, I'm not sure what your fitness goals are but I come down on the side of bike riding isn't that great a form of exercise. I think Grant has written a good number of posts about this topic. If I recall correctly without trying to put words in anyone's mouth, I think it is in part how

[RBW] Re: Clem L (low bar) for longer rides?

Roberta If I set up a Clem L or Cheviot with some nice wheels/tires and albatross/bosco bars i would probably get rid of at least 2 bikes. At speeds of 12-15 mph I don't really like drop bars as much as upright bars that have a forward hand position. I have not rode a Clem L but I have ridden 2

[RBW] Re: Clem L (low bar) for longer rides?

Yes, the bike frame or how high the bars have nothing to do with the ability to ride it as long as you like. The only limits are really in the comparing. Bike riding is bike riding, it's really rather simple you know. Pick a bike and ride and smile the whole time. -- You received this

[RBW] FS: 26" Schwable Rock Razors

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Re: [RBW] Re: PSA: 56cm Quickbeam on eBay

I vaugly recall mention of working on a drop out for bikelug. When I saw that I did not take it to imply another iteration of the QB/SO was in the offing. For a long time there was a sticky thread at the top of this list regarding RBWs conditions for doing another run of SOs. It didn't seem very

Re: [RBW] Re: Clem L (low bar) for longer rides?

Roberta, I actually test rode both the Clem L and the Appaloosa for a day. I was surprised at how much I loved the Clem L. It's not a "fast" bike, but I honestly did not care nor notice while riding it. Something about getting up to speed kind of goes to the back of your mind when you get on,

Re: [RBW] Re: Clem L (low bar) for longer rides?

Although I have yet to take my Clementine on a ride of the distances you are talking about, I would make a few observations. Riding a bike is riding a bike--you will be "exercising" whether you are commuting, touring, tootling, or riding fast to nowhere and back. Your body doesn't much care to

Re: [RBW] Re: PSA: 56cm Quickbeam on eBay

Chris this sounds familiar. I also made an offer with no response. After a message he did offer to meet in the middle regarding price so I think I came away pretty good considering the "near new" description and less than 50 miles. I guess we will see when it arrives Thursday. -- You

Re: [RBW] Re: Reminder: Rivendell Road Standard FS

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Re: [RBW] Re: Reminder: Rivendell Road Standard FS

I'm sorry but I must have missed it (I did read the thread again). What is the frame size? On Monday, March 20, 2017 at 11:10:14 PM UTC-4, Eric Norris wrote: > > It does have vertical drops, and will soon have an unstuck stem. > > –Eric N > > > > On Mar 20, 2017, at 7:40 PM, iamkeith

Re: [RBW] Re: PSA: 56cm Quickbeam on eBay

I was trying to find the post and could not, either..usually my google-fu is great On Tuesday, March 21, 2017 at 10:23:26 AM UTC-4, Wally Estrella wrote: > > I think they are. I couldn't find the post on it. IIRC it was only in > smaller sized frames. > > On Tuesday, March 21, 2017 at 9:00:54

Re: [RBW] Re: PSA: 56cm Quickbeam on eBay

I recently bought a 2004 green Quickbeam off of eBay and can't help but to think that this seller used my purchase as a benchmark for his asking price which happens to be to the dollar what I paid for it. I had sent in an offer for a small discount off and the seller ignored my offer so I bit

[RBW] Re: How to clean Ortliebs?

For the lazy or challenged: My Ortlieb product is dirty. What is the best way of cleaning it? All ORTLIEB products may be cleaned with warm water and mild soap. Please do not use solvents, alcohol or acid cleaners. You may also use gall soap and a soft brush to clean your Ortlieb product. On

[RBW] Re: Red Rosco

Looking forward to seeing the photos Eli! On Tuesday, March 21, 2017 at 11:01:31 AM UTC-4, Eli Queen wrote: > > (First post!) > > I'm building one up right now. It's taking a while (or you could say I'm > taking my time) b/c I'm also building my fist set of wheels as part of a > class at my

Re: [RBW] Re: New bike day: unpacking

Nice...Jim are those Silver hubs as well? That Silver crank impresses me more and more every time I see it. You'll have to let us know what you think about this bike On Tuesday, March 21, 2017 at 2:00:29 AM UTC-5, Jim Bronson wrote: > > And > > On Mar 20, 2017 18:35, "Jim Bronson"

[RBW] Re: Clem L (low bar) for longer rides?

Hi Roberta, You mentioned that you have two bikes and go faster on one vs the other. What's your motivation for getting another bike? How are those bikes limiting your exercise rides of 40 - 50 miles? I think the upright position hindering distance rides can be misleading. But like saddles,

Re: [RBW] Re: Clem L (low bar) for longer rides?

Thank you all. I had read the clem vs Appaloosa thread, among others, which got me rethinking my intended use/bike and starting this thread. I'll take a look at the Roadini and continue to look for used Rivs. I don't have room or else I'd consider clem/cheviot AND another bike. Even though I

[RBW] Re: Red Rosco

(First post!) I'm building one up right now. It's taking a while (or you could say I'm taking my time) b/c I'm also building my fist set of wheels as part of a class at my local co-op. The only in-progress photos I have are from my cluttered basement, but I'll try to take so better ones soon.

Re: [RBW] Re: PSA: 56cm Quickbeam on eBay

I think they are. I couldn't find the post on it. IIRC it was only in smaller sized frames. On Tuesday, March 21, 2017 at 9:00:54 AM UTC-4, Belopsky wrote: > > I was under the impression that Riv is doing a single speed bike in > collaboration with Blue Lug - if memory serves it should be

[RBW] Re: FS: Bosco bullmoose

$110 plush shipping On Tuesday, March 14, 2017 at 11:48:39 AM UTC-4, Philip Kim wrote: > > selling bosco bullmoose 54cm, filet brazed version. $125 plus shipping. > > > thanks, > > Phil in DC > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch"

Re: [RBW] Re: New bike day: unpacking

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Re: [RBW] Re: PSA: 56cm Quickbeam on eBay

I was under the impression that Riv is doing a single speed bike in collaboration with Blue Lug - if memory serves it should be coming sometime spring/summer... -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this

[RBW] How to clean Ortliebs?

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