Re: [RBW] Re: Binder bolt and nut specs?

Ace hardware near moi has an huge selection of bolts. Harder to find are the washers that fit the bolt AND the seatcluster hole. -- 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

[RBW] Re: The RBW Website has a new look...

Coupla year ago i tried uploadin me bleriot but looks like the page is de-funct. -- 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] Digest for rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com - 25 updates in 14 topics

My gawd, Scott! What bike have you with a better frame than the Ram, pray tell? There really aren't that many Toyo frames in existence are there? Just teasing, sorta. I bought an orange Ram from a fellow Georgia iBob last June. I've loved the color for ages and blessed to now own one (size 54). I

[RBW] Re: Anyone know about cycling Death Valley

Tim, Gorgeous country, some of my favorite ever. Probably dry as a bone most of the time and it could also be hot, so LOTS of water and hydration awareness is required. The weather in the desert can change in an instant and it is unforgiving territory. (Just because it is mild now does not

[RBW] WTB: 26" Rivvy Dynamo Wheelset

Hi - please let me know if you have something that fits this description. I am looking for a dynamo wheelset that will work with my girlfriend's Atlantis. Also looking for a dynamo light, too. Let me know what you got that fits this description: -rivvy style (strong wheels with higher spoke

[RBW] Re: WTB 650b Wheel/set

On Wednesday, November 8, 2017 at 12:09:37 PM UTC-8, LBleriot wrote: > I have a set of as new Riv Budget 650B Wheels (Velocity Twin Hollow rims > laced to Deore hubs).  $200 plus Bikeflights shipping for the pair. > > On Tuesday, November 7, 2017 at 4:01:56 PM UTC-5, Paul Choi wrote: > I need

[RBW] PSA: tall Quickbeam FS on SFBay Craigslist

I have no association with the seller, but here’s a tall quickbeam for $1500. Doug https://sfbay.craigslist.org/nby/bik/6379566948.html -- 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: FT: Nitto Bullmoose for Chocomoose

I have chocomoose bars I would trade you! On Sunday, November 5, 2017 at 2:54:01 PM UTC-8, Timothy Hurley wrote: > > I have a set of TIG welded Nitto Bullmoose bars (the ones Riv sells) that > I'd like to trade for a set of Chocomoose bars. They're in great condition, > I'm just looking for a

[RBW] Re: 3-Speed MTBing Resources?

Jim, Extreme cold poses the issue of needing lighter lubricant, but does not post the challenge of thaw, mist, freeze. That’s a very different issue. With abandon, Patrick On Wednesday, November 8, 2017 at 3:53:38 PM UTC-7, Jim M. wrote: > The Iditabikers use mostly derailleurs, so there must

[RBW] Re: 46cm appa clearance

I also have a 46 cm Appaloosa. I would very much like to add fenders but am not ready to give up my Big Ben's (52 mm). If you find a way to make it work, please post it. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe

Re: [RBW] Re: 3-Speed MTBing Resources?

You can get the S3X, or could, in a 130 mm OL spacing. I have one, set up with a freewheel. On Wed, Nov 8, 2017 at 1:03 PM, dougP wrote: > Is anyone aware of a 3 speed hub that fits Rivendell's drop out spacing? > IIRC ithat's usually 132.5 on geared bikes. My personal

Re: [RBW] Re: 3-Speed MTBing Resources?

Philip: what rings/cogs did you, or would you, use for a 2X2? I agree that, once you get into chain tensioners and chainkeepers, you might as well use derailleurs. On Tue, Nov 7, 2017 at 2:50 PM, Philip Williamson < philip.william...@gmail.com> wrote: > Patrick is right - you get twice as much

[RBW] Re: 46cm appa clearance

Rat Trap Pass measured 54 tubeless, 53 with inner tube. On Wednesday, November 8, 2017 at 4:35:15 AM UTC-8, Belopsky wrote: > > I'm assuming you cannot as the max tire listed for the appa is 26x55 > > On Wednesday, November 8, 2017 at 7:01:41 AM UTC-5, Sky Coulter wrote: >> >> Oh, I see compass

[RBW] Re: 46cm appa clearance

Rat Trap Pass tires fendered (SKS Commuter II) on 26" Atlantis. On Wednesday, November 8, 2017 at 1:48:01 AM UTC-8, Sky Coulter wrote: > > Looking to buy one soon for my wife. Just wondering if anyone who owns one > has fendered a rat trap pass w reasonable clearance? I’m trying to decide >

Re: [RBW] Re: Winter tires - studded

Forty years ago I was regularly riding through the winter. Some days I was riding a Raleigh 3 speed (full coverage fenders, so great in the rain) but most days I was riding my Bob Jackson racing bike with Michelin Elan 23mm tires. In snow the skinny tires did cut through to pavement and I was

[RBW] Re: 3-Speed MTBing Resources?

The Iditabikers use mostly derailleurs, so there must be some kind of freeze protection. I know there are low-temp lubricants but I don't know if they've been used on bikes. Perhaps walrus blubber on the pivots? On Wednesday, November 8, 2017 at 2:16:19 PM UTC-8, Deacon Patrick wrote: > >

[RBW] Re: Anyone know about cycling Death Valley

I'm looking forward to the ride to Dante's View. -- 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: Winter tires - studded

Rona et al, There are two schools of thought when it comes to snow riding: thinish tires that cut through the snow on top to bite on the “bed rock snow” beneith or wider tires to float on top. Handling is different for each and shifting from one to the other harrowing, but both are very

[RBW] Re: 3-Speed MTBing Resources?

Fascinating, Jeffery! Thanks. I called them. He said the mechanics ride all kinds of MTB trails with the Sturmey Archer 3-speed and it holds up just fine — but these are lads who work on bikes all the time and I couldn’t get a picture of where on the spectrum of “maintenance free” to “well,

[RBW] Re: 3-Speed MTBing Resources?

Here's an interesting Instagram post from the folks at Old Spokes Home in Burlington, VT: https://www.instagram.com/p/BbPtcscl8Zr/?hl=en=oldspokeshome It's about three speeds, in crappy conditions ... I'd call it a resource On Sunday, November 5, 2017 at 6:10:28 PM UTC-5, Deacon Patrick wrote:

[RBW] Re: 46cm appa clearance

I have Schwalbe " Big Ones" on my Appaloosa, which I believe are 700x60. Not sure a fender would fit, though... -- 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

[RBW] Re: Cheviot dreaming

That's going to be real pretty, Chris. My Brompton is that color - they call it Stardust Black - and it's quite a sight in the sun. I can't wait to see pics of your Roadini. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe

[RBW] Re: FS Silver Power Ratchet Shifters and Bar-end Pods

Shifters sold in record time! Bar-end pods are still available for $25 shipped. Thanks! Tim On Wednesday, November 8, 2017 at 11:36:10 AM UTC-8, Tim O. (Portland, OR) wrote: > > Hello again, > > I have a set of Silver/IRD thumbies with some cosmetic character for sale. > The bolts on the

[RBW] Re: WTB 650b Wheel/set

I have a set of as new Riv Budget 650B Wheels (Velocity Twin Hollow rims laced to Deore hubs). $200 plus Bikeflights shipping for the pair. On Tuesday, November 7, 2017 at 4:01:56 PM UTC-5, Paul Choi wrote: > > I need 135 spacing for the rear. > > On Wednesday, November 1, 2017 at 2:33:29 PM

Re: [RBW] Re: 3-Speed MTBing Resources?

Sturmey Archer hubs are spaced at 120mm, but they come with spacers that allow use in wider frames. I have one on a frame with 126mm spacing and it works fine. --Eric N campyonly...@me.com www.CampyOnly.com Campyonlyguy.blogspot.com @Campyonlyguy > On Nov 8, 2017, at 12:03 PM, dougP

[RBW] Re: Anyone know about cycling Death Valley

Who's the scruffy character? Is it you? Whoever it is the scenery looks like something out of Mad Max or High Plains Drifter or something On Wednesday, November 8, 2017 at 1:17:41 PM UTC-6, dougP wrote: > > Just took the time to find a couple of photos. This was April 2013. You > have to

[RBW] Re: FS: 700c Wheelset - Mavic A319 Rims - Shimano Deore Hubs - 36h - $150 plus shipping

These are spoken for, pending pickup. Thanks, David On Wednesday, November 8, 2017 at 11:43:18 AM UTC-6, David B wrote: > > Selling a spare wheelset. These were installed on a my Redwood and went on > a test ride the length of an alley. > Decided to go with stick with CR18s instead. These would

[RBW] FS Silver Power Ratchet Shifters and Bar-end Pods

Hello again, I have a set of Silver/IRD thumbies with some cosmetic character for sale. The bolts on the bottom are oxidized on the outside and one of the black tabs has been replaced with Newbaums. They are mechanically perfect. Originally, they come with two sets of washers--one with a

Re: [RBW] Re: 3-Speed MTBing Resources?

I remember seeing a schlumpf drive at my old shop. Kinda cool but too weird for me. I currently have my cross check setup as a 2 x 9 with no front der. I didn't have the correct shim so I left the der off and I may just leave it that way. Bif ring for commuting, then nudge the chain over

[RBW] FS: 700c Wheelset - Mavic A319 Rims - Shimano Deore Hubs - 36h - $150 plus shipping

Selling a spare wheelset. These were installed on a my Redwood and went on a test ride the length of an alley. Decided to go with stick with CR18s instead. These would be great with larger tires. Details... 700c. Mavic A319 Rims - silver - double-eyelets Shimano Deore Hubs -

[RBW] Re: BG Rock and roll tires 700c

Davey do you want them? Where do you live? I’ll send them to you so let me know. -- 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: Cheviot dreaming

Ryan I'm getting Metallic Black. Thought that would be a classic color that goes well with many other colors (bar tape, pedals) On Tuesday, November 7, 2017 at 1:50:12 PM UTC-5, Ryan Fleming wrote: > > Well! Pictures of both, please ...So Chris, what colour did you end up > going with? > > On

Re: [RBW] Cheviot dreaming

Porsche Ruby Red by Rivendell's current painter. I thought about this colour myself. Very classy! On Cyclofiend http://www.cyclofiend.com/cc/2006/cc095-cvanorsdol0406.html On Tuesday, November 7, 2017 at 10:52:51 PM UTC-6, Joe

[RBW] Re: Bicycle Belle Ding Ding

I think it is a noble use of TBBITW--to give comfort to someone you love. ... I started using TBBITW as a dog stroller. Riding was too rough for his > back, so I’d just walk the bike - with him in his Wald - around the > neighborhood. The many uses of a rivbike. Probably not its noblest use,

Re: [RBW] Re: Enjoying autumn colors

Great photos Takashi, thank you for sharing Sent from my iPhone > On Nov 7, 2017, at 8:56 AM, Ryan Fleming wrote: > > I love your pictures. So evocative! Autumn is my favourite season, but in > Winnipeg , MB the autumn colours maybe last 6-7 weeks. Depending on

Re: [RBW] Winter tires - studded

Yup, it's silly alright. Frustrating too. PJW On Wed, Nov 8, 2017 at 7:49 AM, Belopsky wrote: > This is kind of silly, is it not Peter? Order placed in May but still no > confirmation of shipment. > > On Tuesday, November 7, 2017 at 7:56:28 AM UTC-5, Peter White

[RBW] Re: Winter tires - studded

Hey all, I've found a bike shop in Finland that will ship Nokian A10 to the states. I'm thinking about putting an order in. It does not make sense to only order 2 due to the shipping cost so seeing if there is interest for more. If I order 4 tires to myself it comes in at $62 a tire -- You

Re: [RBW] Re: 3-Speed MTBing Resources?

I have a dingle speed that works wonderfully... it does require a "manual shift" another idea, though somewhat more technical would be http://blog.jonesbikes.com/6-speed-cassettes/ On Tuesday, November 7, 2017 at 2:50:46 PM UTC-7, Philip Williamson wrote: > > Patrick is right - you get

[RBW] Re: Winter tires - studded

On Tuesday, November 7, 2017 at 9:02:29 AM UTC-6, David B wrote: > > The Nokian A10s are good for regularly plowed roads. They measure around > 35mm, so they'll look tiny on a Clem but would work fine for commuting on > plowed roads. I used them for a couple winters in Chicago on a 650b road

Re: [RBW] Re: Binder bolt and nut specs?

(+) 1 on bicyclebolts.com -- their stainless steel bolt quality is quite good. You don't have to buy the Tamper Proof caps (they have regular hex head types as well) -- I use the Tamper Proof caps because I lock my bike up here and there in NYC. On Wednesday, November 8, 2017 at 9:20:51 AM

[RBW] POST YOUR BIKE PICS ON FLICKR RIVENDELL SITE

I saw a post where owners were wanting a site to up load photos of their Rivendells. Rivendell has a site on flickr. https://www.flickr.com/groups/rivendell/pool/ Jon -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this

[RBW] Re: BG Rock and roll tires 700c

so...about these tires... -- 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] Re: Who's ridden a Steamroller and can compare to the Quickbeam?

If you crave clearance get an All City Nature Boy. If not, get a Big Block (28mm) or a Wabi (32mm) IMO all are better options than the Roller. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop

[RBW] FS 58cm Rambouillet

Hi, guys. I'm selling my 58cm Orange Rambouillet. $1000. It will be packed at the LBS, buyer pays actual shipping from 17011. Local pickups are fine, too. Photos here: https://photos.app.goo.gl/CjXMrpmPRKyMh16k2 If you have any trouble accessing the photos, please let me know. I'd be happy

Re: [RBW] Re: Binder bolt and nut specs?

I hadn't tried them in a while but a few years back I went to Home Depot by my old house and they were pretty well stocked up with all sorts of socket cap hex bolts that were useful on bicycles, so I stocked up. I never bought an M6, I guess, because I didn't have one in my collection big enough

Re: [RBW] Re: Binder bolt and nut specs?

I second the Ace Hardware suggestion. Beware of using a stainless nut with a stainless bolt unless you use anti-seize, they can gall. A metric class 8.8 (~SAE grade 5) or 10.9 (~SAE grade 8) bolt works well if you don't want stainless. Laing On Tuesday, November 7, 2017 at 8:26:36 PM UTC-5,

Re: [RBW] Winter tires - studded

This is kind of silly, is it not Peter? Order placed in May but still no confirmation of shipment. On Tuesday, November 7, 2017 at 7:56:28 AM UTC-5, Peter White wrote: > > We have an order in for 40 of the 650b A10s, but we are waiting for > confirmation that they have shipped from Finland. I

[RBW] Re: 46cm appa clearance

I'm assuming you cannot as the max tire listed for the appa is 26x55 On Wednesday, November 8, 2017 at 7:01:41 AM UTC-5, Sky Coulter wrote: > > Oh, I see compass has a naches pass ~44mm -- I think that pretty much > solves my problem. It'd be interesting to know if it can fender a 52-54mm >

[RBW] Re: 46cm appa clearance

Oh, I see compass has a naches pass ~44mm -- I think that pretty much solves my problem. It'd be interesting to know if it can fender a 52-54mm tire though. On Wednesday, 8 November 2017 01:48:01 UTC-8, Sky Coulter wrote: > > Looking to buy one soon for my wife. Just wondering if anyone who

Re: [RBW] Re: The RBW Website has a new look...

I really like the sound of a Fellowship of Rivendells: "The autumn tour attracted a variety of bicycles including a Fellowship of four Rivendells." But I suppose it could sound a bit Precious to some folks. Cheers, Steve On Tuesday, November 7, 2017 at 2:28:37 PM UTC-5, lconley wrote: > >

[RBW] Re: Bicycle Belle Ding Ding

Leah, I'm so happy to hear that your dog continues to do well. It's so hard for us sometimes to know how our pets feel, but yours is giving you a pretty clear message! Regarding your upcoming court date, I hope you're not stressing too much over it. I'm not an attorney, but I did have a

[RBW] Re: Winterizing Ideas?

Patrick, In the winter I find that narrowing my gear choices is a proactive winter conditions strategy. If the chain is on a cog, the slop is less able to pack in enough to for it to become problematic so I change gears as little as I can. I'm service-averse of my own bikes and choose parts

[RBW] 46cm appa clearance

Looking to buy one soon for my wife. Just wondering if anyone who owns one has fendered a rat trap pass w reasonable clearance? I’m trying to decide what tires to build around. I’d be happy w anything 40-50mm ish. Thanks, Sky in new west -- You received this message because you are