[RBW] Oh Boy Got the '96 All Rounder Repainted

2017-10-30 Thread Craig Montgomery
After 2 decades of beating the doo-doo out of my All Rounder I broke down and got it repainted. Omar at Oasis Custom Cycles in Glendale (100 miles away because Tucson doesn't have a frame painter) did an excellent better than original job of doing the classic XO-1 burnt orange. And then I got

[RBW] Re: Grant in PDX 10/28

2017-10-30 Thread velomann
Yes - I was there. Wide-ranging conversation that occasionally even touched on bicycles ;-) John moderated. They even stopped by Blue Moon cameras before to pick up a darkroom timer in a partially successful attempt to keep Grant concise allow a wide selection of topics. Originally planned on 1

[RBW] A question about frame bags

2017-10-30 Thread Philip Kim
I like full frame bags as it allows you to pack heavier items towards the bottom and in between the frame so the bike feels more planted. The con is of course limited space so you got a pack pretty well, which can be more time consuming. -- You received this message because you are subscribed

Re: [RBW] Goofy question about silver shifters

2017-10-30 Thread Patrick Moore
This suggestion might be far fetched, but just in case: when I was using Silvers mounted on bar end pods, and when the bolts (I assume you meant "bolts" and not "nuts") with the rings kept loosening, as they do, I replaced them with allen head bolts and kept them snug with blue Loctite. In short,

[RBW] Re: A question about frame bags

2017-10-30 Thread Bill M.
I have read that Tour Divide riders found that racks inevitably failed due to fatigue or damage from crashes, so they dodge that potential failure by just lashing everything to the frame, fork, handlebar or seatpost. Bill Stockton, CA On Sunday, October 29, 2017 at 7:01:56 AM UTC-7, Tim

[RBW] Re: A question about frame bags

2017-10-30 Thread nash5510
I have a small revelate tangle bag. I use it just for small stuff but it is a small bag. Perfect for a few beers or a jacket or whatever. I think a big part of bikepacking, as I understand it, is that you don't bring as much stuff. More like lightweight backpacking. On Sunday, October

[RBW] Goofy question about silver shifters

2017-10-30 Thread nash5510
I have a pair of silver shifters set up as thumbies on a set of sunrace mounts with the 'Roman Mod' done. They are very nice and I like them but the little metal rings on the adjuster nuts rattle and drive me a little nuts. Any tips on how to quiet them down? Thanks -- You received this

Re: [RBW] Re: What is a Rivvish bike?

2017-10-30 Thread Ben Miller
Patrick, I agree ride quality does take precedence, and we all trust Riv to put that first and foremost, and they deliver. But there is more than one way to skin a cat, as they say, so there are lots of different ways to make a bike that rides well and is durable (the other really important

[RBW] Re: Beartown Mountain Overnight, Cheviot, Rain, Question

2017-10-30 Thread John G.
Yeah, I’d also like to know more about the vibe of those rides. They sound like fun, but there’s nothing worse than camping with people with different expectations than you. And man, I hear ya on the “all good rides are 45 minute train rides away” thing. Makes it much harder to just sneak in a

[RBW] Re: Alex DM 24 Rims

2017-10-30 Thread Belopsky
I have a Clem en route as of tomorrow so I will know by end of week ;) -- 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: Alex DM 24 Rims

2017-10-30 Thread Doug H.
Belopsky... my apologies. I blame spell check! -- 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

[RBW] Re: Alex DM 24 Rims

2017-10-30 Thread Doug H.
Nice setup. Thanks for the info Joe and Velopsky. -- 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

[RBW] Re: Beartown Mountain Overnight, Cheviot, Rain, Question

2017-10-30 Thread Bob B
Cool ride! And cool bike! Boscos! I've been wondering about those 718 trips. Was it a good bunch? I wish we New Yorkers didn't have to get on a train to get to some decent bicycling. If I were you I would go up to a triple if you wanna do lots more long rides like this, but at least a double.

[RBW] Re: Alex DM 24 Rims

2017-10-30 Thread Joe Bernard
Doug, they're 9-speed Microshift thumbshifters that set up like this on most bikes: Right/rear shifter has 9 hard clicks or pure friction. Left/front is friction only with a ratchety feature similar to Suntour/Silver Power Ratchet. Now flip that for CLEM: The ratchety friction shifter goes on

[RBW] Grant in PDX 10/28

2017-10-30 Thread Irreguleur
Did any one from the group make it out? If so, do you know if the Q was recorded in any way? I’d love to hear what people were curious about. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving

Re: [RBW] Re: What is a Rivvish bike?

2017-10-30 Thread Patrick Moore
Oh, and I have to say about the Niner: as far as I can tell, it's a very Rivendellian bike in its subordination of form to function; but true, it's not a Rivendellian mannter of subordinating form to function. But that's fine; there is plenty of room for wonderful, practical bikes that are outside

Re: [RBW] Re: What is a Rivvish bike?

2017-10-30 Thread Patrick Moore
On Mon, Oct 30, 2017 at 6:25 PM, Ben Miller wrote: > ... end of the day Grant decides what Riv is. (This is said slightly > tongue-in-cheek, but only slightly) > That's true; what is left for debate is, if this is all that Riv is, is it worth following? I've followed

[RBW] Re: Alex DM 24 Rims

2017-10-30 Thread Belopsky
Hey Doug - I don't think they are. They're the microshift kind On Monday, October 30, 2017 at 8:39:30 PM UTC-4, Doug H. wrote: > > Thanks Grant. I’m really looking forward to the Clem, my first Rivendell > and non-drop bar bike or flat bar mountain bike since I was a teen racing > BMX. After

[RBW] Re: Alex DM 24 Rims

2017-10-30 Thread Doug H.
Thanks Grant. I’m really looking forward to the Clem, my first Rivendell and non-drop bar bike or flat bar mountain bike since I was a teen racing BMX. After reading Just Ride I checked out Rivendell and agree with the build philosophy. One other Clem question though. Are the shifters click

[RBW] Re: What is a Rivvish bike?

2017-10-30 Thread Ben Miller
In response to the original posting by Bill, I'm going to go out on a limb and say that the Niner is definitely NOT Rivvish (sorry). There may be a few things or a lot that make it un-Riv, but what really jumps out at me is the carbon fork. I mean, come on, RBW has had whole campaigns

[RBW] Re: Alex DM 24 Rims

2017-10-30 Thread Grant @ Rivendell
xcuse my funky typing in last one. babying a $#%@! typing injury and trying a new technique.. On Monday, October 30, 2017 at 5:53:34 AM UTC-7, Doug H. wrote: > > I was just looking over the specs for the new Clem H and noticed they are > using Alex DM 24 rims. According to the Alex website

[RBW] Re: Alex DM 24 Rims

2017-10-30 Thread Grant @ Rivendell
alex made it before the emotorbike went big. it is nearly identical (dimensionally) to the early '80s mtb rims, and at 32mm xternal wide, it is ideal for holding 45mm to 60mm tires, even at low pressure. The sidewalls are also appropriate for allaround rogh use and all-weather braking. the

Re: [RBW] OT: New Bike Shed Day

2017-10-30 Thread Patrick Moore
You don't have it too bad. Years ago, after my divorce, when I moved into a 1 bedroom apt after moving out of a 3000+ sq ft house with triple garage (and only 2 cars), I turned the "dining area" into a bike cache, with hooks along the north wall to hang 6 of my then 7 bikes (or was it 5 of my then

Re: [RBW] OT: New Bike Shed Day

2017-10-30 Thread WETH
Dear Patrick, The answer to your question, where do I work on my bikes, is on our screen porch in spring, summer, & fall, and in the living room in winter. Longer projects like hanging components on an empty frame or refurbishing an old bike often occur in my basement workroom. The

[RBW] No More Rambouillet Decals @ RBW

2017-10-30 Thread Fullylugged
I'm readying my blue Ram for a re-paint (going green this time) and emailed Roman about decals. He reports none left and they don't have the graphics files. Actually, that's Okay. I'd be happy with a more minimalist badging anyway. I've asked about an R deat tube decal, but if that is a dead

[RBW] Re: Found Stolen Riv in LA - Help me find the owner!

2017-10-30 Thread 'Beaverton Bob' via RBW Owners Bunch
Philip, You are a good man. I have always told my wife I need to be ready to buy a bike if I saw it being sold and figured it was stolen. Am happy you acted quickly. May I suggest asking the potential true owner for certain details about the bike, such as scratches and dents, or details on

[RBW] Re: Calif. Atlantis rider on the GAP last week?

2017-10-30 Thread Rusty Click
I'll jump in and echo all the info regarding the GAP and AMTRAK service. I ride the GAP often between PGH and Cumberland (sometimes to DC,) but my S Hillborne certainly wouldn't be mistaken for an Atlantis. I certainly hope to run into other Riv Riders while I'm out, but other than visiting

[RBW] Re: WTB Feeler: 62-64cm Quickbeam or Simpleone

2017-10-30 Thread Kelly Mulholland
Hi John, are you still looking for a bike? I have started thinking about selling my 64 cm orange quickbeam. I've finally come to the conclusion it is just too big for me Thanks, Kelly On Thursday, September 14, 2017 at 7:52:41 AM UTC-4, John G. wrote: > > Putting the feelers out. I'd take a

Re: [RBW] OT: New Bike Shed Day

2017-10-30 Thread Patrick Moore
Very clever; kudos. The construction looks well done -- I say this as someone whose carpentry has inevitable marks of (a) amateurism in the negative sense, (b) haste. I'm lucky to have a 2 car garage for a 1 car household, and even 0 cars when my 16 year old daughter takes it to her mother's

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: Correction Blue 58 Rambouillet

2017-10-30 Thread Jonathan Thomas
It’s a 58 Sent from my iPhone > On Oct 30, 2017, at 1:38 PM, Jonathan D. wrote: > > Is this a 58? I am a little confused by the listing. > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to a topic in the Google > Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. > To

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: Correction Blue 58 Rambouillet

2017-10-30 Thread Jonathan D.
Is this a 58? I am a little confused by the listing. -- 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

[RBW] Re: OT: New Bike Shed Day

2017-10-30 Thread WETH
Thanks all! Jeremy and Geoff, I have no construction plans, we improvised off of the two photos. I am happy to take more detailed photos this weekend. When I do, I will add them to the Flickr folder linked above. Also happy to answer questions via email. Thanks again, Erl -- You received

[RBW] Re: Calif. Atlantis rider on the GAP last week?

2017-10-30 Thread 'Bikie#4646' via RBW Owners Bunch
Well, Doug, you have a Doppleganger on this coast! I'm not disappointed, hearing that you plan a GAP trip with the wife sometime. You will enjoy it! Combine it with a C trip to D.C. and you have some of the best trail riding we can offer. I'm in Va., but let me know if you nail down dates.

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: Correction Blue 58 Rambouillet

2017-10-30 Thread Patrick Moore
I didn't see links ... I meant that I'd like to see photos. On Mon, Oct 30, 2017 at 2:02 PM, Jonathan Thomas wrote: > I'm not so sure what you meant by that? There are pics on the posting. > > > On Mon, Oct 30, 2017 at 1:00 PM, Patrick Moore > wrote: >

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: Correction Blue 58 Rambouillet

2017-10-30 Thread Jonathan Thomas
I'm not so sure what you meant by that? There are pics on the posting. On Mon, Oct 30, 2017 at 1:00 PM, Patrick Moore wrote: > How do you tell someone who buys seriously from someone who buys > frivolously? Do they use the same currency? > > Patrick Moore, who actually

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: Correction Blue 58 Rambouillet

2017-10-30 Thread Patrick Moore
How do you tell someone who buys seriously from someone who buys frivolously? Do they use the same currency? Patrick Moore, who actually knows what you meant to say, in ABQ, NM, and who sold his own 58 Ram, but still would like to see photos of yours, serious or not. On Mon, Oct 30, 2017 at

Re: [RBW] An Autumn Ride, With a Serendipitous Visit to an Outdoor Art Show

2017-10-30 Thread 'Mark in Beacon' via RBW Owners Bunch
Hi Paul. Yes, that bridge is impressive. It spans a rather small creek, Indian Brook, just outside of Cold Spring, NY. And yes, the Takara is completely chrome under the paint. Initially I bought it with the intent to strip it down to all chrome. But as often happens, I became enamored with

[RBW] Re: FS: Correction Blue 58 Rambouillet

2017-10-30 Thread Jonathan Thomas
BUMP! Serious buyers only. Complete bike only. Need to sell this badly! On Thursday, October 19, 2017 at 4:04:59 PM UTC-7, Jonathan Thomas wrote: > > > > On Tuesday, October 10, 2017 at 11:21:33 AM UTC-7, Jonathan Thomas wrote: >> >> Bump/Price drop $2000 to $1100 >> >> On Saturday, December 17,

Re: [RBW] Re: OT: New Bike Shed Day

2017-10-30 Thread Geoff Klingsporn
Erl, Ditto what Jeremy said. I'd love to see the plans, if you have them and can share... Geoff (Denver) On Mon, Oct 30, 2017 at 8:54 AM RichS wrote: > Erl, thanks for sharing. Nice shed for nice bikes! > > Regards, > Richard > > > On Monday, October 30, 2017 at

[RBW] Re: JuJu on that Bike

2017-10-30 Thread Daniel D.
I didn't know the backstory behind his TD celebration. https://twitter.com/thecheckdown/status/924836657462833152/video/1 On Sunday, October 29, 2017 at 11:41:18 AM UTC-7, LeahFoy wrote: > > Maybe you all heard about Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver JuJu > Smith-Schuster's bicycle being stolen

Re: [RBW] Re: Lost & found anything while riding?

2017-10-30 Thread Patrick Moore
I rode home 15 miles many times with either the side pockets or the main flap of my various Caraidices unstrapped, and lost nothing -- very, very fortunately, and surprisingly, given the main pockets' rearward slant. On Mon, Oct 30, 2017 at 7:15 AM, Bruce K Jamison wrote: > I

[RBW] FS: Clem L 52

2017-10-30 Thread Joe Bernard
Ok, here's the first run at (maybe) selling this bike because I'm getting a Cheviot. This is the uber-high-price e-kitted version, which probably won't show much interest here but I'm starting with it 'cause it's still built up this way. I'll gradually move to selling as originally built

[RBW] Re: PSA: 2 Rivendells in Boston area

2017-10-30 Thread Joe Bernard
The Riv site says 40 with fenders, although that might be a tad conservative so people aren't jamming sticks between tire and fender. -- 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: PSA: 2 Rivendells in Boston area

2017-10-30 Thread Paul Choi
I think you can go up to a 42 with fenders without doing any surgery to the fenders. On Monday, October 30, 2017 at 9:49:27 AM UTC-7, RickH wrote: > > Paul, is that 45mm title with fenders? > > Rick Hill -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners

[RBW] Re: PSA: 2 Rivendells in Boston area

2017-10-30 Thread 'RickH' via RBW Owners Bunch
Paul, is that 45mm title with fenders? Rick Hill -- 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

[RBW] Re: JuJu on that Bike

2017-10-30 Thread LeahFoy
Andy, I was waiting for you to chime in! Yes, JuJu is overtly appreciative of where he is - and seemingly everything else around him. I looked at his Twitter and everything is “lit.” His bike is “lit.” His style is “lit.” Love it. Also love Al Villanueva, hero that he is. And of course he has a

[RBW] Re: Found Stolen Riv in LA - Help me find the owner!

2017-10-30 Thread cyclotour...@gmail.com
Thank you for doing this, Philip! Great bit of public service there. I hope it can be reunited! On Sunday, October 29, 2017 at 8:42:43 AM UTC-7, Philip Meyer wrote: > > Hi All, > > I'm not a Riv owner, but I have a Riv owner's bike right now and want to > reunite it with him or her. > > It is

[RBW] Re: PSA: 2 Rivendells in Boston area

2017-10-30 Thread Paul Choi
The Clem can take up to a 60 while the Cheviot takes up to a 45. On Monday, October 30, 2017 at 8:46:06 AM UTC-7, Belopsky wrote: > > The Cheviot is a nicer bike, but does the Clem fit bigger tires? I surely > like the green color > > On Monday, October 30, 2017 at 11:33:43 AM UTC-4, Belopsky

[RBW] Re: PSA: 2 Rivendells in Boston area

2017-10-30 Thread Belopsky
The Cheviot is a nicer bike, but does the Clem fit bigger tires? I surely like the green color On Monday, October 30, 2017 at 11:33:43 AM UTC-4, Belopsky wrote: > > A1Cyclery still has the green Clem L so I'm waiting to hear the total cost > on that as well > -- You received this message

[RBW] Alex DM 24 Rims

2017-10-30 Thread Kainalu V.
They're fine rims, yes, but after tasting both my Clem says it prefers Cliffhangers. Tubeless being so clemish and whatnot. -Kai BK NY -- 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: PSA: 2 Rivendells in Boston area

2017-10-30 Thread Belopsky
A1Cyclery still has the green Clem L so I'm waiting to hear the total cost on that as well -- 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: Lost & found anything while riding?

2017-10-30 Thread stevef
My banana bounced out of my camelback side pocket when I hit a jump whilst riding a rugged section of trail. When I did a 2nd lap, it was still there on the side of the trail so I stopped and had it for a snack... On Saturday, October 28, 2017 at 3:14:38 PM UTC-4, Conway Bennett wrote: > > I'm

[RBW] Re: Lost & found anything while riding?

2017-10-30 Thread Bruce K Jamison
I rode for hours with an unzipped XSmall saddle sack. Nothing fell out. I was amazed. I had my phone, wallet, keys, etc. in there and all was safe. I ordered another for another bike after that. On Saturday, October 28, 2017 at 2:14:38 PM UTC-5, Conway Bennett wrote: > > I'm all but

Re: [RBW] 10x200 challenge complete

2017-10-30 Thread RichS
Bill, well said. I'm with you 100% on your assessment of the Sam. 650b 38s on mine. Congratulations on all your recent riding accomplishments! Richard On Monday, October 30, 2017 at 1:08:17 AM UTC-4, Bill Lindsay wrote: > > Ian > > I think the Hillborne is the ideal Rivendell rando frame. > >

[RBW] Re: PSA: 2 Rivendells in Boston area

2017-10-30 Thread Joe Bernard
Igor: I love my Clem L, but the Cheviot is fully-lugged and presumeably lighter. If you can get a new Chev complete for what I paid for my L, DO NOT DODDLE. You'll easily sell that Brompton for the same price, so no worries! :-) -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the

[RBW] Re: OT: New Bike Shed Day

2017-10-30 Thread RichS
Erl, thanks for sharing. Nice shed for nice bikes! Regards, Richard On Monday, October 30, 2017 at 10:11:25 AM UTC-4, Bikie#4646 wrote: > > Wonderful design Erl! Love the design. > > Paul Germain > Midlothian, Va. > > On Monday, October 30, 2017 at 7:52:45 AM UTC-4, WETH wrote: >> >> Riv content

[RBW] An Autumn Ride, With a Serendipitous Visit to an Outdoor Art Show

2017-10-30 Thread Paul in Dallas
I enjoyed the pics Mark. My fav is the cattails and river and of course the trees showing their fall colors. That's a unique looking red bridge. At one time there was an outdoor art show north of Dallas that was interesting to see. Is your Takara chrome underneath the paint? Thanks for

[RBW] Re: What do Rivendell riders use for winter weather head gear?

2017-10-30 Thread 'Clayton' via RBW Owners Bunch
https://www.rei.com/product/874556/outdoor-research-prismatic-cap I have a cap like this, but insulated with primaloft, made by REI. It fits under my helmet and is ridiculously warm. I also use a Giro winter wool bike cap for milder conditions and a wool beanie for temps between really cold and

Re: [RBW] 10x200 challenge complete

2017-10-30 Thread Ryan Fleming
Congratulations ,Bill on doing your 200K rando. And no, your 10 X 200 challenge reports were not tiresome in the least! On Monday, October 30, 2017 at 12:08:17 AM UTC-5, Bill Lindsay wrote: > > Ian > > I think the Hillborne is the ideal Rivendell rando frame. > > I'm having a hard time thinking

[RBW] Calif. Atlantis rider on the GAP last week?

2017-10-30 Thread 'Bikie#4646' via RBW Owners Bunch
When my brother-in-law, Ian, lived in L.A., Calif. for a number of years, I flew out to ride with him and his great bunch of buddies. (And visit my sister, too, of course)! One of those I enjoyed meeting was Doug P. who posts here. (I've been preoccupied lately and have not been able to visit

[RBW] New bag design by DirtDance.

2017-10-30 Thread 'Clayton' via RBW Owners Bunch
My new prototype foam laminate rack top bag design for bag making people. The evolution of the Stuinniker continues. The bag is shaped like a boot, with a roll down top. It doesn't look like it, but you can see into the toe when open, so finding stuff is a non issue. For camping the sleeping

[RBW] Re: OT: New Bike Shed Day

2017-10-30 Thread 'Bikie#4646' via RBW Owners Bunch
Wonderful design Erl! Love the design. Paul Germain Midlothian, Va. On Monday, October 30, 2017 at 7:52:45 AM UTC-4, WETH wrote: > > Riv content is the Riv contents: Rosco Bubbe, Romulus, and Road Standard. > > Short version: photos of my two new bike sheds recreated from two photos > found

[RBW] Alex DM 24 Rims

2017-10-30 Thread Doug H.
Thanks for the links and info. I agree that this rim seems a good fit for the Clem concept and build. -- 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: PSA: 2 Rivendells in Boston area

2017-10-30 Thread Belopsky
I inquired about the Cheviot. My wife has a 50cm orange w/o the creme headtube. I am between the Cheviot and the Clem, not sure which I'd like more. This here Cheviot is much nicer than a stock Clem however On Monday, October 30, 2017 at 9:15:13 AM UTC-4, Joe Bernard wrote: > > It IS sweet, and

[RBW] Re: Anyone selling a mountain mixte?

2017-10-30 Thread Bill Lindsay
Ok cool. It’s not clear if this was a Want To Buy post or just a curiosity about resale value of a scarce item. It would take a fair bit to shake mine loose. I think the most likely one to go on the market might be Roman’s. Now that he’s gotten his feet wet on the bike design thing I expect he

[RBW] Re: What is a Rivvish bike?

2017-10-30 Thread 'Clayton' via RBW Owners Bunch
> > A Rivish bike description from your 'average' rider: A Rivish bike has a > steel frame, (usually) a leather saddle, upright-ish handlebars, an ability > to carry a load and is comfortable. > Clayton Bailey (Bendite) -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google

[RBW] OT: New Bike Shed Day

2017-10-30 Thread Bill Lindsay
N+1 sheds! Nobody needs to know how many bicycles are inside.  Bill Lindsay El Cerrito 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] Alex DM 24 Rims

2017-10-30 Thread Garth
It's really not that heavy considering it's 32mm wide. It is inexpensive , wide for wide tires, and "good enough", perfect for the Clem at that price point. Here is info about ebike rims, the link is bunk but the cache is still there

[RBW] Re: OT: New Bike Shed Day

2017-10-30 Thread Jeremy Tavan
Erl, This is brilliant, and just the thing I've been looking for to free up the garage. I don 't suppose, having gone through this recently, that you have plans that you can share? Otherwise we can improvise, and the photos will help. Thanks, /Jeremy On Monday, October 30, 2017 at 4:52:45 AM

Re: [RBW] Re: Alex DM 24 Rims

2017-10-30 Thread Belopsky
I believe so, yes. It may also have something to do with rotational mass..But I also don't know if this is much a matter when you have a mid-drive motor vs a hub motor. Here's an article about it related to hub motors https://www.electricbike.com/moped-rims-tires-hubmotors/ On Monday, October

Re: [RBW] Re: Alex DM 24 Rims

2017-10-30 Thread Steve Palincsar
On 10/30/2017 09:33 AM, Belopsky wrote: Ebikes require more strength/stronger parts. Why?  Is it just a matter of their greater weight? -- Steve Palincsar Alexandria, Virginia USA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To

[RBW] FS: Nitto Big Back Rack & Brooks Select Flyer

2017-10-30 Thread Justin Schoop
It's the large size rack 33R -- 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

[RBW] Re: Alex DM 24 Rims

2017-10-30 Thread Belopsky
Ebikes require more strength/stronger parts. Why the Clem comes with this, I don't know. It's a really heavy rim (725g according to Alex's site) On Monday, October 30, 2017 at 8:53:34 AM UTC-4, Doug H. wrote: > > I was just looking over the specs for the new Clem H and noticed they are > using

[RBW] Re: OT: New Bike Shed Day

2017-10-30 Thread Bob Ehrenbeck
That's brilliant, Erl! -- 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: Cheviot and Canti-Sam presale

2017-10-30 Thread lconley
With Little Big Bens and sidepulls: With Big Bens and centerpulls:

[RBW] Re: PSA: 2 Rivendells in Boston area

2017-10-30 Thread Joe Bernard
It IS sweet, and that's a $1300 frame selling as a complete new bike for $1600obo. Someone here should march down to Harris and buy that Cheviot right now. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group

[RBW] Alex DM 24 Rims

2017-10-30 Thread Doug H.
I was just looking over the specs for the new Clem H and noticed they are using Alex DM 24 rims. According to the Alex website these are E-Bike rims. It made me wonder what makes a rim an E-Bike rim? Is it just marketing or is there something in the design that makes it more suitable for an

[RBW] Re: OT: New Bike Shed Day

2017-10-30 Thread Sky Coulter
pretty cool solution Erl! Sky in new west On Monday, 30 October 2017 04:52:45 UTC-7, WETH wrote: > > Riv content is the Riv contents: Rosco Bubbe, Romulus, and Road Standard. > > Short version: photos of my two new bike sheds recreated from two photos > found online: >

[RBW] Re: What is a Rivvish bike?

2017-10-30 Thread 'Mark in Beacon' via RBW Owners Bunch
It's free online: http://www.mom.arq.ufmg.br/mom/arq_interface/3a_aula/illich_tools_for_conviviality.pdf Go right to Two Watersheds. Don't get Mangry! (Mentally Angry, spin-off of Hangry.) On Sunday, October 29, 2017 at 9:00:16 PM UTC-7, Philip Williamson wrote: > > I’ll approach it again

[RBW] Re: Anyone selling a mountain mixte?

2017-10-30 Thread Belopsky
I don't do offers, sorry not sorry. -- 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,

[RBW] Re: OT: New Bike Shed Day

2017-10-30 Thread islaysteve
Congratulations Erl, Finally! They look great. I'd be envious except that I'd wouldn't need all that capacity (well, room to grow, I guess...). Hope to see them in person soon. Cheers, Steve On Monday, October 30, 2017 at 7:52:45 AM UTC-4, WETH wrote: > > Riv content is the Riv contents:

[RBW] Re: JuJu on that Bike

2017-10-30 Thread ascpgh
Not only was there the whirlwind of press about his bike, there was the overlooked fact that JuJu doesn't even have a driver's license, he is very proudly a bike-only guy in an age group that wouldn't usually be so overt about such. He's also pretty overt about enjoying where he is. His

[RBW] Re: OT: New Bike Shed Day

2017-10-30 Thread Belopsky
Love it! On Monday, October 30, 2017 at 7:52:45 AM UTC-4, WETH wrote: > > Riv content is the Riv contents: Rosco Bubbe, Romulus, and Road Standard. > > Short version: photos of my two new bike sheds recreated from two photos > found online: >

[RBW] OT: New Bike Shed Day

2017-10-30 Thread WETH
Riv content is the Riv contents: Rosco Bubbe, Romulus, and Road Standard. Short version: photos of my two new bike sheds recreated from two photos found online: https://flickr.com/photos/86975051@N08/sets/72157687667377971 Longer version: I have been searching for a bike storage solution for a

[RBW] Re: Lost & found anything while riding?

2017-10-30 Thread ascpgh
I lost my keys on the way home a few years ago on a blustery fall night, not having shoved them deep enough into my pocket. At my front door, just having thought how lucky I was not to suffer more in the evolved weather since I didn't anticipate being so late or out after a front passed, and

[RBW] SFR Marin Mountains 200k 10/28/2017 ride report

2017-10-30 Thread William R.
Epic and inspiring ride report Bill. Well done getting through the ride within the time limit. Bill in Westchester, NY -- 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

Re: [RBW] 10x200 challenge complete

2017-10-30 Thread Ian A
IMO 23lb is certainly light enough for a randonneuse. My longest brevet was 400km and I did that on 32mm tires on my Marinoni Turismo ~ 28lb. Now I have also have an rSogn with 40mm Hetre tires, but I'm yet to do a ride longer than 100km on that. I haven't dialed in the fit, but otherwise thnk