Re: [RBW] Single speed handlebar recommendations

+ 1. You're not going to make it up a lot of hills with just a wider bar; you have to adjust your climbing method and tempo and, if you do that, your regular bar will be just right. Sure, a wide bar like a Moustache is nice when standing and pulling hard to grunt up a very steep climb, but this

[RBW] Single speed handlebar recommendations

My favorite bar for many years now on my Quickbeam is the WTB flared dirt drop. The 58cm Nitto RM-3 is the closest bar I’ve found to that. My stem is a riser Salsa from the 80’s, maybe 125mm long with a 40* rise from horizontal. Not an extreme rise. Bars are an inch above saddle height. I’ve

[RBW] Re: Top Gear Ride on the Trails

Thanks, Carl. Gorillapod with an iPhone. With abandon, Patrick -- 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: Top Gear Ride on the Trails

Patrick, Your photos and narration are sources of great pleasure for me. Could you say a few words about how you set up and capture those lovely pictures of you riding? I've been trying to figure it out and am stumped. Thanks, - Carl On Saturday, January 6, 2018 at 6:11:04 PM UTC-5, Deacon

[RBW] Re: Crankypants & Thoughtful Responses

Jim, Thank you, Thank you, Thank you! I love reading what this group has to say and would be saddened without it! -- Carl in NC. On Saturday, January 6, 2018 at 11:52:37 AM UTC-5, Cyclofiend Jim wrote: > > The tenets of this group have not changed. It's right there in the top > line - "...a

Re: [RBW] Single speed handlebar recommendations

Hi Tom, When I first converted to the butterfly bar last year it was replacing a Nitto dirt drop bar... in this case a RM014... and with my aero levers I did not need to re-cable and wasn’t sure whether I’d go back to the drops or not so I left them as is. In fact, the cables could have really

[RBW] Re: Good New/Bad News on my repaired Atlantis

Chris, if it needs repainting, it will be panted to match it’s name, Shadowfax. From Lord of the Rings: “By day his coat glistens like silver; and by night it is like a shade, and he passes unseen.” With abandon, Patrick -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google

[RBW] Re: Good New/Bad News on my repaired Atlantis

Are you having repainted in the same color scheme? On Sunday, January 7, 2018 at 4:45:04 PM UTC-6, Deacon Patrick wrote: > > Let us know how you like them, John! Me Hunq is just fine. It’s in to swap > the dropouts to long horizontal dropouts for fixed riding. So, Mark > Nobilette has it now,

[RBW] Re: Long pull levers slipping around

Now I’m feeling like my tektros aren’t gonna be a long term solution. Anyone have any experience with a travel agent? Specifically their quality compared to actual v levers and long term durability/maintenance -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW

[RBW] Re: Good New/Bad News on my repaired Atlantis

Lum, the Moon Unit can be adjusted with two hands easily (vs. the six hands required with the rest). The vertical cable goes into a dimple at the bolt, the body is treaded for the bolt, so no separate nut, and the bolt is allen, and no second micro bolt that leaves you scratching your head

[RBW] Re: Good New/Bad News on my repaired Atlantis

Let us know how you like them, John! Me Hunq is just fine. It’s in to swap the dropouts to long horizontal dropouts for fixed riding. So, Mark Nobilette has it now, is designing the dropouts, then likely to the painters for a fresh coat. Hoping for spring. I didn’t think I’d miss it much with

[RBW] Stuff for sale

I have a few bike items for sale. All items are new or NOS as noted. Prices include CONUS shipping. - Velo Orange threadless stem, 110mm, 1-1/8", +/-6 deg. New. $30 shipped. (Can include a 1" to 1-1/8" shim, new, for an additional $5). - SRAM Rival FD, braze-on, 10-speed. New. $20

[RBW] Re: Good New/Bad News on my repaired Atlantis

What makes it better than other carriers? -- 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: Good New/Bad News on my repaired Atlantis

Patrick! Jeffrey! I ordered a set of Paul Touring Cantis and Moon Unit hangers. I will report back as soon as I have them set up. Thanks for the tip on the Moon Units—I probably would’ve missed them otherwise. Patrick: did I miss a post about your Hunq? I do hope it’s okay. -- You received

Re: [RBW] FREE STUFF FOR SHIPPING!

I’ll take the Swiss bag. Thanks, Patrick On Sun, Jan 7, 2018 at 11:51 AM somervillebikes wrote: > For the cost of shipping (please no more than one item per person), I am > offering the following: > >- VDO wireless computer with optional cadence sensor. I have three >

Re: [RBW] Single speed handlebar recommendations

Wow thanks all for your input. For me, Albatross bars are comfortable but a little laid back. I may try them again in the future. Love the noodles on my Sam, and can see how they’d work nicely. Never heard of the Osprey until now and will take a look. Kinda similar to Ahearnes but wider. I’m

[RBW] Re: Long pull levers slipping around

Drew, you brought up another peccadillo with those RL520's- I'm only able to get into that clamp bolt with a balldriver T-handle wrench- anything else binds up or is too short! Don't know why this pair seems to not want to stay anywhere but the middle of the hook, though... Glad they are

[RBW] Re: Four Senor Frank Jones left...

The 57 was showing as sold out then reappeared, I think. I am so tempted on the 53 even though I know the 51 would be a better fit. I will not buy a bike this year. I will not buy a bike this year. I will not buy a bike this year -- You received this message because you are subscribed to

[RBW] Re: Crankypants & Thoughtful Responses

Thank you Jim. I am new to the list and really value the time I spend here. It’s a wonderful group and place to be, along with a distraction from world events. I hope everyone continues to contribute and forgives the occasional cranky responses. Thank you as well to Grant and co (John at Rivelo

Re: [RBW] Re: FS Baggins Handlebar bag. Choose my adventure. Buy my handlebar bag OR make me buy a rack.

John, My experience with the bar sack as well. Used it for a bit on my Atlantis but switched to baskets for more carrying capacity on two of my Rivs. The bar sack and F-15 rack have been dormant for a year or so. If anyone is interested in purchasing an olive green one let’s talk. Thanks very

[RBW] FREE STUFF FOR SHIPPING!

For the cost of shipping (please no more than one item per person), I am offering the following: - VDO wireless computer with optional cadence sensor. I have three complete units (computer + speed sensor + cadence sensor + magnets), I had them on all my bikes until I got a Garmin.

[RBW] Re: FS Baggins Handlebar bag. Choose my adventure. Buy my handlebar bag OR make me buy a rack.

I guess it’s going to depend greatly on the Bike, the size of the Bike, and the load. Here’s my experience: I use the bag/rack combo on my Mercian Superlight, which is a size 63 and acts as my Go Fast Roadeo wannabe. The bike has a way huge headtube, and has been known to shimmy a bit on

[RBW] Re: FS 58 Simple One F/F/HS/BB $550 + shipping

Sold! On Saturday, January 6, 2018 at 10:07:40 AM UTC-5, Stephen D wrote: > > Posted additional pictures in the Flickr album above to show close ups of > chips in the paint. Don't hesitate to let me know if you would like > additional close-ups or videos or whatever. > > Additionally, I am in

[RBW] Re: Crankypants & Thoughtful Responses

You are a gift to us all, Jim. Thank you! With abandon, Patrick -- 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: Single speed handlebar recommendations

46 Nitto "Dream" bars. Works for me for everything but singletrack. Love em' enough so that I stocked up on them when they became hard to find. On Sunday, January 7, 2018 at 10:45:12 AM UTC-5, A. Douglas M. wrote: > > I had Nitto noodles on my QB when purchased. It was ok, but Riv sizing >

Re: [RBW] Generator tail light on Longboard Fenders

https://www.flickr.com/gp/70237737@N00/67p95S -- 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] FS Mark's M1 front rack

Re: [RBW] Generator tail light on Longboard Fenders

I did this instead of resar fender. Less committed, away from moving bike parts. Shorter run. https://flickr.com/photos/70237737@N00/sets/72157678065003296 -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and

[RBW] FS: Moving sale, nice part

I’ll take the albatross bars. -- 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: FS Baggins Handlebar bag. Choose my adventure. Buy my handlebar bag OR make me buy a rack.

How do the F-15/bag combination affect the handling and stability of the bike? I bought an Acorn bag for my Hunqapillar last year and found that it turned that platform of stability into a kind of squirrely ride, even to the point that I could no longer ride hands off. Kevin On Friday,

Re: [RBW] Generator tail light on Longboard Fenders

I have no experience with the Longboard, but for some years I had a 4D-Lite Plus mounted to a SKS plastic fender: in the usual manner, drill 2 holes, one for the bolt and one for the little "stud".   The generator was mounted on the front fork, and the wire ran along the top tube and was glued

[RBW] Re: Generator tail light on Longboard Fenders

I have, by drilling a small hole in the fender and running the wire along the downtube, under, chain stay, fender stays. Not the most beautiful set-up but it's nice to never worry about the wiring dropping down from inside the fender. On Sunday, January 7, 2018 at 12:24:40 PM UTC-5, Call Me

[RBW] Generator tail light on Longboard Fenders

Has anyone made this work? How? -- 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

Re: [RBW] FS Baggins Handlebar bag. Choose my adventure. Buy my handlebar bag OR make me buy a rack.

And now that Bill's bag is off to a new home, I may as well use the thread to put in a plug for the BarSack. I love mine, and it's a great way to Brevetize a bike that won't easily take a front rack. It's super easy to quickly add/remove the rack and bag. Looks like Rivendell is phasing them

[RBW] FS: Saluki

Beautiful bike. Glad this doesn’t fit my saddle height! Always wanted a Saluki! -- 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: Crankypants & Thoughtful Responses

Jim, A heartfelt thank you for your efforts and commitment to this group. It means so much! Kind regards, Richard -- 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

Re: [RBW] FS Baggins Handlebar bag. Choose my adventure. Buy my handlebar bag OR make me buy a rack.

Yes, they are quite stable and beautifully made like you’d expect from Nitto. Best, Richard -- 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: FS: Saluki

MORE PHOTOS: Headbadge Cool cable route built into frame

[RBW] Single speed handlebar recommendations

I had Nitto noodles on my QB when purchased. It was ok, but Riv sizing lends itself to upright bars IMO (long top tube)0. I put on a pair of albatross bars and fell in love with upright fixed. Perfect for the mountainous city I lived in. Multiple hand positions, and like others, I enjoyed the

[RBW] Re: Crankypants & Thoughtful Responses

Boy, was that nice to read- I didn't totally follow the posts that led up to it, but I sure do appreciate the sentiment and the articulation. Also, as someone mentioned, I appreciate the work that Jim does so that I can read about bikes, and others can read about and discuss bikes. I feel

[RBW] FS: Moving sale, nice part

Howdy, I'd love to take those paul love levers off your hands. Michael -- 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] 62 Hunqapillar for sale/trade. Looking for a 60 Cheviot.

Hey team, I have a 62 Hunq, and after riding a friend's Cheviot in Knoxville, I realized that it would be the perfect bike for me. Anyone interested in buying a used Hunq or trading it for a Cheviot? Anyone have a used 60 cm Cheviot for a sale? Putting out some Rivendell feelers :) -- You

[RBW] Re: Crankypants & Thoughtful Responses

Seriously all that John and everybody has said. Jim means the world to me, I have more respect for him than I can ever utter, and I know most of us here feel some kind of version of that. He can write me under a tractor, every sentence, things that I'd stew over and ultimately screw up with

Re: [RBW] Baggins and Bell

Ok, it's yours. PM for details, etc. Thanks On Wednesday, January 3, 2018 at 1:52:40 PM UTC-5, jbu...@gmail.com wrote: > > I'll take the bell please!! > Joe > > On 1/3/18, Joe Huddleston wrote: > > FS; 1.A 1st. generation Rivendell Candy Bar Bag (c. early 2000's).

Re: [RBW] FS Baggins Handlebar bag. Choose my adventure. Buy my handlebar bag OR make me buy a rack.

Hey Bill, I’ve been wanting to try one of these. Glad to buy yours and pick up an F15 from Riv next time I stop by. PayPal ok? Best, Reed On Fri, Jan 5, 2018 at 11:26 AM Bill Lindsay wrote: > If you are like me, you believe that any bike can be made better with a >

Re: [RBW] FS Baggins Handlebar bag. Choose my adventure. Buy my handlebar bag OR make me buy a rack.

Thanks John for your input Jon -- 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

Re: [RBW] FS Baggins Handlebar bag. Choose my adventure. Buy my handlebar bag OR make me buy a rack.

+1 to the F15 being very solid. I have one that I occasionally use on my Mercian, and it does the job very well. I almost prefer it to the Acorn/Marks's Rack setup on my Atlantis. On Saturday, January 6, 2018 at 11:41:56 PM UTC-5, Jon Dukeman,central Colorado wrote: > > Thanks Bill > > On Jan

[RBW] Re: FS: Saluki

Wow. Beautiful bike,, probably my size, favorite color. Alas, I have a lovely Bleriot, can't justify the switch. Best of luck with the sale Kellie. On Saturday, January 6, 2018 at 6:59:25 PM UTC-5, Kellie wrote: > > 50cm, 650b Rivendell Saluki; complete. Built up from frame with 100% brand

[RBW] Re: Crankypants & Thoughtful Responses

Thank you for all that you do for the group, Jim. Wonderful post. Steve Alkire Kensington, MD On Saturday, January 6, 2018 at 11:52:37 AM UTC-5, Cyclofiend Jim wrote: > > The tenets of this group have not changed. It's right there in the top > line - "...a respectful, supportive and polite

Re: [RBW] Chain width

I got the resin version secondhand and it is beyond value. For those looking to really optimize the cost/effectiveness ration but like to have new things, I offer this: cost effective resin caliper

[RBW] Re: Long pull levers slipping around

I have both the Tektro 520 RL and Dia Compe 287V levers. The Tektros seem like an update to the of long pull road lever idea that the DC pioneered They pivot nicer under cable tension and have that ergonomic shaping of the levers. Good, right? The resin body of the Tektros breaks easier than