[RBW] Re: Phil "Rivy" freewheel wheelset opinions?

As of 20 November 2017 it appears they still have them in stock . I have several Shimano "Tourney" 7 speed freewheels in a drawer that I must have got for about 10 bucks each. I really love this

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: Joe Appaloosa, 58cm, butternut

That’s a nice set up! Tempting for sure. Would need to sell off some stuff... Anyhow, weren’t the Appas intended for swept back bars?.. What’s the distance between back of saddle to bar clamp (and/or nose of saddle to center of stem fixing bolt)?.. - Max in A2 -- You received this message

[RBW] Re: Minimalist cycling shoe article.

I felt the article was akin to Grant's articles about biking hacks, like fixing up sagging Brooks saddles, etc. Also, It mentioned a minimalist shoe that works well for biking, and mentioned a type of pedal that a recent thread here discussed. So I thought it would be of interest to some here.

[RBW] Re: FS Salsa Fargo Titanium large

Bump On Sunday, October 29, 2017 at 11:06:00 AM UTC-7, Bruce Smitham wrote: > > For sales is my Salsa Fargo Titanium size large in excellent condition. > Less than 1,000 miles. No dents, dings, chips or scratches. There is some > normal rub marks from cables and some light rubbing on the crank

Re: [RBW] Re: Minimalist cycling shoe article.

Werent heels made for riding in stirrups? -- 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

[RBW] Re: FS 51 Joe Appaloosa silver

$1700 plus shipping -- 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: WTB: 175mm SILVER crank; left crankarm Pro 5 Vis - 170mm

bump On Wednesday, November 15, 2017 at 10:05:00 PM UTC-5, Belopsky wrote: > > Double or triple? Probably just Double. Riv still has the 170mm but I want > the 175mm > > lemme know..thanks.. > > Also wanted is a TA Pro 5 Vis left crankarm only.. > > -- You received this message because you are

[RBW] Re: FS: Grabsack, like new, $40

Rats! Mine is a daily bag, but it took a header off my front seat and landed on a wet painting. It already looked more “art student” than “corporate drone” before it got stippled with paint. Philip www.biketinker.com -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups

[RBW] Quickbeam Winter-bike

Good on you! That looks great. I’m glad you went the Quickbeam route. I hope fixed works for you, just because that’s a pet of mine, like the QB. I notice the soft-pedal while braking gives better control than simple braking, too, and fixed is indeed more of that, but easier. Philip

Re: [RBW] Re: Winter tires - studded

> > But there are those days, when you're riding home from work after dark, > and it's been a bit above freezing with the sun out, and the snow banks on > each side of the road were in melt mode for several hours, and now the > temperature is 29, it's an hour after sundown, and all of that

Re: [RBW] Here is an infrastructure proposal so crazy it just might work!

What I want to know is: Who will plow the lanes in winter? > > -- 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] Hubbahhubbah build question - Motolite brakes?

Thanks David and Igor for the input. The solution, as it turned out, was just a little more brute force and ignorance. The fit of the rear dropouts on the rear hub was tight, and I hadn't gotten it fully seated. A little extra oomph and now things look like they'll line up. David, that build

[RBW] WTB: Phil Rivy hubs

Looks like Riv still has 1 front 32H so if someone has a 32 (or 36) rear... Thanks -- 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] Hubbahhubbah build question - Motolite brakes?

Jeremy, I used Motolite brakes on a Hubbahhubbah, and the fit was fussy. I had to remove some of the adjustment hardware behind the pads in order to have more space to play with. In the end, the brakes are great stoppers with lots of control. You can see some pictures here:

[RBW] Re: Phil "Rivy" freewheel wheelset opinions?

So these hubs are gone gone right? -- 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: Hubbahhubbah build question - Motolite brakes?

That build makes me kind of wish they'd had a small orange in stock when my wife told me to buy a tandem frame and build it up. Super bold colors! Mine is a much more sedate blue with black accents. Ahh well. Regardless, while Motolites may have worked for that frame (and at least one other

Re: [RBW] Here is an infrastructure proposal so crazy it just might work!

Good for Kalamazoo. You say you dislike bike lanes. I'm not disagreeing (yet, anyway) but I'm curious what problems you have in mind. I've used both here in ABQ, NM and can't say that I've found one worse or better than the other -- though there are certainly some bike lanes that are less than

Re: [RBW] Re: Minimalist cycling shoe article.

Humans are highly adaptable, and we often adapt to things less than ideal and yet continue to do amazing things along the way. Democracy of the herd buying mostly raised heels doesn’t answer the question: what does a raised heel accomplish? With abandon, Patrick -- You received this message

[RBW] Re: Hubbahhubbah build question - Motolite brakes?

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[RBW] Re: Hubbahhubbah build question - Motolite brakes?

Definitely not having the braze-ons moved LOL On Sunday, November 19, 2017 at 6:15:39 PM UTC-5, Jeremy Tavan wrote: > > I'm building up a Hubbahhubbah, and everything has gone very smoothly (at > least after getting the defective eccentric bottom bracket replaced), even > though this is my

[RBW] Re: What do Rivendell Riders use for minimalist dress and biking shoes?

my favorite no drop, or "minimal" in this instance are Merrells. I used to think all that Merrell made were the no drop style, now it seems they had expanded their line to everything imaginable.Anything with "glove" in the name is worth looking at.

Re: [RBW] Re: Minimalist cycling shoe article.

People will wear whatever they wish, the more the merrier ! People use the idea of "this is how man was" and "this is how man evolved" therefore "this is man is supposed to be" only to promote whatever they are trying to sell you, be it goods or a way of life. These dayze we have the same

Re: [RBW] Re: What do Rivendell Riders use for minimalist dress and biking shoes?

Understood; thanks. My brother tried those "feets gloves" and injured his feet, though he admits that was because he ran to much too soon in them, but he's back to regular running shoes, albeit not ones that are too structured. I was a toddler in the '50s and my brother was a toddler in the

Re: [RBW] Re: Minimalist cycling shoe article.

What if I want to look like a noble orangutang on horseback? Or a hot noble? Seriously, Patrick, people have walked the length of continents on heels. I agree that there are extremes of style and that these are probably injurious, but heels have been around too long to allow me to dismiss them

Re: [RBW] Re: Minimalist cycling shoe article.

Ha! Well, if you want to look like nobility on horseback or an orangutang in heat, raised heels are the way to go. To my knowledge those are the only functional reasons for a raised heel, other than messing up body mechanics. Sardonic grin. With abandon, Patrick -- You received this message

[RBW] Hubbahhubbah build question - Motolite brakes?

I'm building up a Hubbahhubbah, and everything has gone very smoothly (at least after getting the defective eccentric bottom bracket replaced), even though this is my first full-bike build from parts. I have run in to one challenge, however, involving the brakes. I've picked Paul Motolite

Re: [RBW] Re: "We’ll have “classic” single speed frames again...."

I wonder when we'll know more info? December is almost here -- 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] Re: Rambouillet in orange metallic

FWIW, my 58 blue ram took 35 mm (nominal; Kojaks; actual about 31-32 on Open Pros) with SKS fenders and room to spare. On Sun, Nov 19, 2017 at 9:17 AM, lum gim fong wrote: > For my blue 54 rambouillet: > > 700c. - I only have room for 28mm with fenders. For me this is

[RBW] Re: Rambouillet in orange metallic

That is a beautiful bicycle. Thanks for the pics. On Sunday, November 19, 2017 at 8:17:17 AM UTC-8, lum gim fong wrote: > > For my blue 54 rambouillet: > > 700c. - I only have room for 28mm with fenders. For me this is the max > for safety with fenders. 32 was too tight for my comfort zone. > >

Re: [RBW] Re: Minimalist cycling shoe article.

Well, remember that what works for one will not always work for or be true for another. My bike shoes feel fine, though I do have narrow feet, and though I did go through a weeding process to leave behind only the shoes that are comfortable -- comfortable in that you don't think about them when

[RBW] Protovelo build

I braved the elements (70 deg F and clear skies) and took my Protovelo for a ride this morning, now that it is reassembled. Frame: Protovelo with Appaloosa headbadge. Wheels; Built by Peter White. 700c 48 spoke. Velocity Chukker rims. Phil Wood 9 speed cassette rear hub. Schmidt front dynohub,

[RBW] Re: Fender suggestions for a 26" wheeled Atlantis

Ben's Cycle (benscycle.com) carries a big selection of Honjo fenders. Laing On Friday, September 2, 2016 at 4:31:50 PM UTC-4, masmojo wrote: > Building upthe Atlantis frame I bought here a few weeks ago and I've > happened upon a rather odd problem. Fender selection; or more precisely > lack

[RBW] Re: Clem Smith Jr L - "done"

more photos: https://photos.app.goo.gl/pEEI3e1Kg37stVB42 -- 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

Re: [RBW] Re: Minimalist cycling shoe article.

Walking with a healthy gate involves a gentle heel first landing/roll onto a fully loaded foot which includes a dynamically moving arch helping support our weight as we pass over it to the next step. This does not apply to cycling. Running with a healthy gate involves a soft forefoot landing

Re: [RBW] Re: Minimalist cycling shoe article.

Hi Bruce, I think they are mixing form and function. The idea behind this is that you are supposed to have a minimalist heal on the shoe but this applies to walking and running, not cycling which has a another criteria. The rigid sole for cycling is there for a reason and is it is related to

Re: [RBW] Re: Minimalist cycling shoe article.

Hi Garth, You are right in that health is not in a body part but I think shoes are built around the idea of narrow feet and what looks good as opposed regards to a foot is supposed to look like when it is healthy. The LEMS shoes are wide box meaning they are have a box wide foot area up front

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: Joe Appaloosa, 58cm, butternut

790mm as pictured! Good question, thanks. On Sun, Nov 19, 2017 at 12:01 PM stoker wrote: > On Sunday, November 19, 2017 at 8:43:59 AM UTC-6, Jonathan Neve wrote: > > Reshuffling the garage and the stable a bit this winter and the trusty > Appaloosa has to find a new,

[RBW] Re: FS: Joe Appaloosa, 58cm, butternut

On Sunday, November 19, 2017 at 8:43:59 AM UTC-6, Jonathan Neve wrote: > Reshuffling the garage and the stable a bit this winter and the trusty > Appaloosa has to find a new, loving home. Posting here only because I’m > certain it’ll get the love it deserves from someone in this group. Looking

[RBW] Re: Quickbeam Winter-bike

Patrick of the Moore, silt sand like you have down there doesn’t exist here, and I suspect these would be too narrow for you, but I experience these as having as much or more float, and far better control, in loose stuff as my 50 Duremes of old. Plush tires simply handle all terrains better

[RBW] Re: Quickbeam Winter-bike

Great minds think alike, Andy. Apparently, so do ours. Grin. I have a Sackville flap somewhere and it’s in the plan to drill and mount it. With abandon, Patrick -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this

[RBW] Re: FS: Quickbeam wheelset and Nitto Tallux+ Dove Handlebar

Everything sold! Thanks all! Chris -- 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: Minimalist cycling shoe article.

Platform pedals and a minimalist shoe that fits. Done. No hacking required. But the point that cycling shoes are NOT foot shaped (unless you’ve deformed your feet in modern footbinders to make them last-shaped, sardonic grin), so if your foot is foot shaped, cycling shoes will fell horrible,

[RBW] Re: Minimalist cycling shoe article.

I can't understand the concern with heel elevation. I don't place my heels on the pedals! And...cutting the bottom with a hacksaw? Uh, no. On Sunday, November 19, 2017 at 12:39:37 AM UTC-6, lum gim fong wrote: > > https://naturalfootgear.com/blogs/education/17861648-cycling-shoe-surgery

[RBW] Re: Allbird wool shoes? Your experiences?

I have 2 pair and will be getting more. They are great. I don't cycle in them and my Houston winters won't put them to much of a test. But about cycling - no, I can't imagine riding in them for any appreciable distance. Get a pair for comfort and every day wear, they are fabulous for

[RBW] Re: Quickbeam Winter-bike

Time to attach a long flaring mudflap off that front fender, Patrick! Even more of the road, path or trail will be kept off your downtube, BB, feet and drivetrain. I use some remnant torch-down flat roofing material, works fantastically. I'll send you a billet from my stock if you want. Andy

[RBW] Re: Rambouillet in orange metallic

For my blue 54 rambouillet: 700c. - I only have room for 28mm with fenders. For me this is the max for safety with fenders. 32 was too tight for my comfort zone. 650b- I now have 650b x 42 Compass tires and fenders with massive clearance all around on my 54 Rambouillet.

[RBW] Re: FS: Quickbeam wheelset and Nitto Tallux+ Dove Handlebar

How about $50 shipped for the bar stem combo. Everything else has sold and it’s worth it to me to bring it all to the PO together. Cheers! Chris -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop

Re: [RBW] Minimalist cycling shoe article.

I found the article strange. Here's what you can do to your too small shoe...or, you could just buy the right size. I say this having worked at a healthy foot/shoe store for years in college. Weird. Addison Wilhite, M.A. Academy of Arts, Careers and Technology

[RBW] Here is an infrastructure proposal so crazy it just might work!

I thought I would share what is happening in our little neck of the woods in SW Michigan. Marc -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To

[RBW] Re: What do Rivendell Riders use for minimalist dress and biking shoes?

I also misinterpreted the term “minimal” - I took it to mean fewer items that perform the tasks of many. Like an all-rounder or spork. -- 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: Rambouillet in orange metallic

Bill Is there room for fenders with the 38mm tires??? John Hawrylak Woodstown NJ > > > -- 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: What do Rivendell Riders use for minimalist dress and biking shoes?

Patrick of the Moore's , just think of "minimal" shoes as a generalized term for shoes with no drop from heel to toe and little to no padding. No drop meaning no elevated heel. Sometimes confused with the term "barefoot" style shoes which only infers the most minimal shoes of all which are

Re: [RBW] Minimalist cycling shoe article.

I do not think I would destroy a shoe for a wider box. Cycling shoes are pretty expensive up front and cutting them like that only means I will have to replace them sooner. The other thing is that cycling is different than walking but he is applying foot health for walking unto cycling and