[RBW] A. Homer Hilsen / San Marcos

Hey Michael, Not sure how useful this is for you as my experience is with the larger 700c versions, but... I ride a 63cm AHH, and have also put a bunch of miles on a 63cm San Marcos that I built for my Dad. Even though they're both 63cm they fit really different. With the sloping top tube I

Re: [RBW] Upright bars--my Cheviot review

That photo makes me want to get a Cheviot. Very nice! About the Fly Pedals: I tried another version, also all aluminum, but with blunt teeth that were meant to give you more grip. 2 problems: 1, the teeth did not grip the vibram soles of boat shoes, and my feet slid all over -- I was more secure

[RBW] A. Homer Hilsen / San Marcos

To your original question since the pool of riders of both bikes is basically nil: I've owned an AHH and it's WAY underpriced for how much 'lifetime bike' you get. You'll love it. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To

[RBW] Upright bars--my Cheviot review

Ditch the double sided and go for regular spd mtb pedals and then get these! https://www.flypedals.com -- 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] Upright bars--my Cheviot review

I'm basically a drop bar guy, but I love my wife's Betty Foy, so I thought it would be great to have a bike that I can just ride on with no fuss and I have it pitlocked so I can take it to the grocery and not have to worry about it getting stuff stolen too easily. The bike doesn't really turn too

[RBW] WTB/T: Liteskin Big Ones, 700C

If anyone has unwanted Liteskin versions (~450 gram model) 700C X 60 mm Big Ones, I'm in the market. Any hassle with tire flop (my term) aside, they certainly roll exquisitely well and certainly negotiate 1-2-3 inches of sand better than the F Freds. **Moderately** used examples welcome. Thanks.

Re: [RBW] A. Homer Hilsen / San Marcos

I removed the steel stay atachment hardware and covered the holes with tape on the inside surface. I use a single stay for the front fender and two for the rear. The first time I converted a rear I only used 1 stay attached close to the tail of the fender. It worked fine for a while but

[RBW] Re: WTB: 62 Quickbeam or SimpleOne

Fantastic, Tom! Congratulations. May each ride bring a quick beam to your grin that lingers long after! 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

[RBW] Re: WTB: 62 Quickbeam or SimpleOne

Congratulations! Welcome to the virtual Entmoot! Philip (60cm green QB) Santa Rosa, 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

Re: [RBW] Re: WTB: 62 Quickbeam or SimpleOne

You do know that list rules require posting of photos and build descriptions within 1 (one) week of build? Is this your first foray into fixed or ss riding? (Which sort of drivetrain will you install?) If so, tell us how you like it. On Tue, Jan 23, 2018 at 5:44 PM, tc wrote:

[RBW] Parts Bin Sale

How long are the stays on the VO original style rack? Bottom of platform to center of mounting hole. Bill -- 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: WTB: 62 Quickbeam or SimpleOne

Hope you enjoy your QB as much as I do! Good luck and happy trails, JohnS On Tuesday, January 23, 2018 at 7:44:19 PM UTC-5, tc wrote: > > Bought group member Ben's! He did a fantastic job wrapping, padding, and > boxing the bike. Thanks, Ben - can't wait to build'er up :) > > On Sunday,

[RBW] Re: WTB: 62 Quickbeam or SimpleOne

Bought group member Ben's! He did a fantastic job wrapping, padding, and boxing the bike. Thanks, Ben - can't wait to build'er up :) On Sunday, December 17, 2017 at 8:35:45 PM UTC-5, tc wrote: > > Uh, for some reason it didn't occur to me to ask if anyone here has a 62 > Quickbeam

Re: [RBW] Re: Rear V Brake Setup Help

ed, you can shorten the rear brake housing by aiming the noodle downward to more directly meet the housing...less friction that way After Weeks Of Rumors, Joanna Gaines Comes Clean risingstarnewspaper.com

[RBW] Re: Frame lock installation - Clem

It's mostly for running into 7-Eleven real quick for a snack. If you're standing in line and see through the window that some fool is trying to pedal away with your bike, the comedy of the wheel not moving and the bike falling over gives you enough time to get out there and watch fool run away.

Re: [RBW] Re: Grant Clem L special on the Blahg

Diego: The Paul instructions say to size with the small chainring putting the rear pulleys at vertical. I have a little more chain than that 'cause I bought a SRAM 8 chain and just tossed it on there without removing any links. This gives me a little more leeway to replace the bashguard with a

[RBW] Parts Bin Sale

Hi All, I changed out some parts on my Clem and have somethings I’d like to clear out, as well as some Riv-ish parts that I’d like to part with too. All prices are shipped. DM for additional info if needed Pictures in link https://photos.app.goo.gl/NkkgGJRwwgJGmEMC2 Shimano Altus Rear

Re: [RBW] A. Homer Hilsen / San Marcos

Ted Did you remove the portion of the stay which is on the inside of the fender??? In my experience this steel strip causes the water to come the side of the fender above 15 mph when raining. Did you keep the 2 stays on the front or only used the Al stay for the lower steel stay?? John

Re: [RBW] Re: My trials and tribulations with upright bars

Quick update: dstein, the blog post you linked to resonated with me. I, too, have fought a Bosco-high setup, deliberately going for an upright build that's not *too* upright so isn't sit-up-and-beg. But the blog post's author finally realized that Grant knew more about bikes than *he* did,

[RBW] Rear V Brake Setup Help

Things to check that come to mind: Return springs on brake arms could be too loose Cable and housing could have drag in the system Tighten the cable at pinch bolt -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this

Re: [RBW] Re: My trials and tribulations with upright bars

I bought a bike from a fellow list member about two years ago that has “upright” Soma Oxford bars on it. I found the bike’s initial setup to be uncomfortable even for short-is rides, and ended up getting a longer stem that puts me in a position somewhere between “upright” and “road bike.”

[RBW] Re: My trials and tribulations with upright bars

I don't think giving your body a little time to acclimate to a certain piece of equipment is equatable to selling someone a too-small frame. That said, if people are experiencing sharp or debilitating pain, as opposed to mild discomfort or a little initial soreness, I would never say keep on

Re: [RBW] A. Homer Hilsen / San Marcos

I've replaced the original steel stays on sks longboards with al berthoud stays. Works very well. Stiffer and lighter. -- 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] Re: My trials and tribulations with upright bars

On 01/23/2018 11:53 AM, Dave Small wrote: Thanks to everyone for the continued discussion.  My experimentation phase has waned, but it hasn't disappeared.  I also know what I like and what works for me---for now.  But my preferences have changed over the past 10 years, and are continuing to

Re: [RBW] Re: My trials and tribulations with upright bars

I've never had an upright bar that didn't make my hands numb by 40 miles, and in most cases a lot quicker than that.   For short distances, maybe riding in suit jackets and slacks 3-speed Raleigh style, fine; but in my experience, not for sporting rides. On 01/23/2018 01:03 PM, 'Mark in

Re: [RBW] Re: Grant Clem L special on the Blahg

Joe - that's a beautiful bike there! Love the 2x1 concept. I'd love to know how you went about sizing the chain for your setup. Was it based on bigger chain ring + the rear sprocket, assuming the tensioner would take care of the rest when shifting to smaller chainring? giving me some ideas

[RBW] Re: My trials and tribulations with upright bars

OJ! On Sunday, January 21, 2018 at 12:16:13 PM UTC-8, Dave Small wrote: > > Hi all, > > As I read more and more testimonials from people about how awesome their > switch was to upright handlebars, I wanted to try 'em. I like drop bars as > long as they're saddle-height or higher, but there's a

Re: [RBW] A. Homer Hilsen / San Marcos

Justin- SKS Chromoplastic fenders are among the least constricting, because none of their hardware is on the inside of the fender. But yes, metal fenders are thinner so they could be the least constricting--if you use "ideal" hardware. Many metal fenders have exposed nuts on the inside at the

[RBW] Re: My trials and tribulations with upright bars

Meh. If it continually causes pain, even after futzing around with the different variables, how long are you supposed to "stick with it" before it suddenly works? My motto: "If it don't fit, then you musta quit!" On Tuesday, January 23, 2018 at 1:03:17 PM UTC-5, Mark in Beacon wrote:oo small

Re: [RBW] Re: My trials and tribulations with upright bars

Me too, except it's my left palm that goes numb anywhere except ramps and hoods, though I can go further in the hooks without the numbness than I can using non-drop bars. But, that said, I do want eventually to try Albatrosses or somesuch with a more upright position, on a frame with a

[RBW] Re: My trials and tribulations with upright bars

Or the fourth camp, which says "Stick with one setup for a while. You might like it." I will say I'm surprised at how many folks say they outright dislike upright bars. Again, count me grateful that my body is just not that challenged by various positions on a bicycle. Within limits, especially

[RBW] Re: Frame lock installation - Clem

Most of the time bikes are ridden away. Also most thieves in the US are likely unfamiliar with ring locks and may just be surprised enough to move on. My lock has a plug-in cable that allows you to fix it to a rack or post. They make plug-in chains as well. My bike is also a really heavy Dutch

Re: [RBW] A. Homer Hilsen / San Marcos

in my experience the array of plastic fenders seem to be more constricting in clearance and tire size. It seems as if, as evidenced here in this thread, that aluminum fenders allow you to mount them closer to the frame with a profile that allows for greater tire size with adequate clearance.

[RBW] Re: Frame lock installation - Clem

How does this lock help secure the bike when the bike can still be lifted by saddle and rolled away or tossed into a pickup bed? -- 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: Pivots and CR720s

Just wanted to thank Jeremy for this detailed tip. Now I'm going to have experiment with my brakes... On Tuesday, January 23, 2018 at 8:06:01 AM UTC-8, Jeremy Till wrote: > > Yes, CR720's can have a little bit of play on the posts, as will many > cantilever brakes, and yes, generally higher-end

[RBW] Re: My trials and tribulations with upright bars

My very specific reason for trying to make uprights work is I don't like the braking situation on drops. I'm too old a creaky to ride in the drops so all my braking is on the hoods, which feels unstable on steep descents. I like mtb levers I can get to. -- You received this message because

[RBW] Re: OTT: 10 speed X Wide Low(2x)?

I have diabetes, wide feet, and flat arches. This dilemma has put me on a lifelong quest for a truly comfortable shoe. My quest has ended at last ! Orthofeet shoes are remarkable! After a full day on my feet, it's like I haven't even had shoes on! My feet have never

[RBW] Smells like spring

Hi Tom, I’m just outside of Midland. Flat lands here, windy tho. I don’t have a Riv now but I’m considering my options and trying to be thoughtful this time around. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this

Re: [RBW] Re: My trials and tribulations with upright bars

This is a really interested and thorough review of someone who went through something similar on a Clem Smith: http://zedmartinez.com/2016/06/rivendell-clem-smith-jr/ On Tue, Jan 23, 2018 at 8:53 AM, Dave Small wrote: > Thanks to everyone for the continued

[RBW] Re: Found Upright riding worse than drops riding.

PS- previously had drops below saddle. -- 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: My trials and tribulations with upright bars

Thanks to everyone for the continued discussion. My experimentation phase has waned, but it hasn't disappeared. I also know what I like and what works for me---for now. But my preferences have changed over the past 10 years, and are continuing to change. I'm trying the anticipate my

[RBW] Re: My trials and tribulations with upright bars

I don't like upright bars. There, I said it! I have tried: Albatross/Dove/Moustache/Bullmoose/ GB All Rounders/MAP Aherne/ Flatbars/ Riser Bars/Arced bars and trekking bars. All make my right palm numb. Sometimes in minutes and sometimes longer. Height reach have en effect but never eliminate

[RBW] Re: Pivots and CR720s

Yes, CR720's can have a little bit of play on the posts, as will many cantilever brakes, and yes, generally higher-end brakes have closer tolerances. I once heard a story, probably from Paul Brodek on this list or iBOB, about Charlie Cunningham. When he was licensing his Roller-Cam brake

[RBW] Pivots and CR720s

I have a first generation canti Sam and my CR720s wiggle quite s bit in the pivots, more so on the fork. With more than usual toe-in they perform just fine. Still as the toe-in lessens with pad wear the judder starts to reappear. Do others have this issue? Are the tolerances of the 720s just

[RBW] Re: My trials and tribulations with upright bars

Lester Lammers wrote:* However, we are all different and upright bars may never work for you.* Well maybe. But, imagine if we lived in a parallel universe, one that was exactly the same as ours, except drop bars had never been invented. Muscle memory combined with mental attitude (I'm

[RBW] WTB: Riv MUSA Rain Pants / size small (the orange ones)

HI all, I'm looking for a pair of the old Riv MUSA Rain Pants / size small (the orange ones) ... mine haven't really been good for rain for years now but I love them as a wind and filth barrier for winter commuting. That said, I've nearly worn them to tatters and are wondering is anyone has an

[RBW] Re: Frame lock installation - Clem

I have the Abus lock on my dutch bike and it clears 2" wide tires but a wide margin. Here's the lock description: LOCK ABS FRAME AMPARO 4850LH F/FIXED SCREW MOUNTSOn Monday, January 22, 2018 at 9:53:50 AM UTC-5, lconley wrote: > > Just need to file a little. Mine was a slightly different model

Re: [RBW] A. Homer Hilsen / San Marcos

Michael- I'm not sure that the 650b San Marcos can clear a 42 mm tire plus fenders. I got my (ex) gf a 51 San Marcos, and 650 x 38 plus SKS P45 fenders was a very tight fit. 42 mm tires would have rubbed the fenders for sure, and maybe the chain stays. She rode it for a couple years, but ended

Re: [RBW] A. Homer Hilsen / San Marcos

I’m running 42mm Hetres on my 56 AHH under VO Zeppelin fenders. > On Jan 22, 2018, at 11:43 PM, ted wrote: > > I've had ~41mm soma gr tires under 45 sks longboards on my 56 AHH. Clearance > was tight but sufficient for me, however I've decided I prefer 38mm tires. >

Re: [RBW] Re: Winter tires - studded

The 650b A10 tires should be here around January 31. PJW On Sun, Nov 19, 2017 at 7:40 PM, Bob B wrote: > 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

[RBW] Re: Frame Pump for a 59-60cm gap?

On 68cm frames with a long top tube(Bridgestone 400), I have strapped a Zefal HPX to the seat stay. Works well and stays put. On Monday, January 22, 2018 at 10:13:53 PM UTC-5, Birdman wrote: > > Snagged a XL Topeak Road Master Blaster on ebay for $20. Someday a > Silca... > > Thanks y'all > >

[RBW] Re: My trials and tribulations with upright bars

Don't give up yet Dave but don't expect the Cheviot to be a road bike. I was going to throw in the towel until I got the cockpit right for me the set up is much different than any road bike I have had. The new Cheviot geometry/design is different from the Foy/Gomez and Mountain mixte. More

[RBW] “The Man” Club

(Smiling yes that "or something" . says and does and IS "everything" !!! ☺ Ahahahahaahaahahahaahahah ☺ -- 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

[RBW] Smells like spring

Hello Andrew, Felt the same to me in Twin Lake near Muskegon. 3 rides in 4 days on 3 different bikes and already changed setup on one. Hoping an early spring, supposed to be above freezing this weekend again. Where are you? Tom Palmer -- You received this message because you are subscribed to

[RBW] 650b Nokians on the way at last

We expect to receive our shipment of Nokian/Suomi A10 650b x 40 tires on or about January 31. We will be receiving 40 of these. Awfully late in the season but at least we'll have some available next winter. ;-) -- Peter White Peter White Cycles LLC -- You received this message because you are

Re: [RBW] Rear V Brake Setup Help

Is the cable braided? Braided brake cable stretches like Silly Putty. Peter White On Mon, Jan 22, 2018 at 8:46 PM, Conway Bennett < captainconwaybenn...@gmail.com> wrote: > All, > > It's 50 in Chicago in January which means it'll be 40 in June but in any > case the weather made the wife want to

Re: [RBW] Re: “The Man” Club

Agree to that. Rain turning to snow this evening, it'll be a nice commute. Andy Cheatham Pittsburgh On Monday, January 22, 2018 at 4:34:16 PM UTC-5, Deacon Patrick wrote: > > The human powered gym is the only gym, and to not use human power to get > to the gym is to defeat the purpose of the