[RBW] Re: Alone in a Sea of Autos

Aboslutely. Around here (Tel Aviv) bikes, mostly electric, are for kids and people who can't afford a car. On Thursday, February 8, 2018 at 7:38:33 AM UTC+2, J Imler wrote: > > I do my best to ride my bike vs drive, mostly because riding is a lot of > fun along with personal and enviro

[RBW] Re: Bullmoose vs. Choco-moose

My Chocos are chopped and I still wouldn't want it on singletrack. They're fine for just plonking along on a trail, but you really need that bar in front of your palms when barrelling down roots and rocks. Yes, you can get that position in the curves, but the brake levers won't be there. --

[RBW] Re: Bullmoose vs. Choco-moose

My Chocos are chopped and it wouldn't make much difference on singletrack. It's fine for just plonking along a trail, but you really need that bar in front of your pa -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from

[RBW] Re: Bullmoose vs. Choco-moose

The grip area of chocomoose bars is pretty long. It looks like you could trim the ends down to just enough for grips and controls. You would still have the curves and front for getting more aero, but the controls would be more forward - closer to where they would be on be on bullmoose bars. --

[RBW] Re: Bullmoose vs. Choco-moose

Why, just the other day, I was trying to keep up with Clayton (on his Jones) on some single track. I had chocos on and kept getting stuck on the switchbacks, where the bars would hit my knees. Between the two, I would definitely go Bullmoose for single track. Nate -- You received this

Re: [RBW] Alone in a Sea of Autos

I was just thinking the opposite thought last night. I live in a residential neighborhood about 3 miles from downtown Seattle. Last night I was coming back home from a spin class in south Lake Union about 5:30 and I was struck by how many bikes were on the road. I was one of many (you'd get

Re: [RBW] Re: Have a Sub 20lb Roadeo?

I weighed my Roadeo out of curiosity and it is 22 lbs as shown in this picture, but without the wrap under the saddle. I suppose if you used a double crank and got a lighter seat, it might be close to 20 lbs, but that was not my goal for this bike. I like using the Roadeo for long rides with

[RBW] Re: Bullmoose vs. Choco-moose

That's a good point, Clayton, which I'd kinda forgotten about. The upsweep bothered me, too. -- 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: Bullmoose vs. Choco-moose

So many factors that could make one work better for you than the other that you need to try both for yourself to really know. I would choose almost any bar over the bullmoose. Their upsweep annoys my hands (have no issues with other flat or riser bars). should be easy enough to sell the one you

[RBW] Re: FS: Rivendell Protovelo

Looks like it is here in Music City, where I feel like I know each and every Rivendell... but I guess I don’t! https://nashville.craigslist.org/bik/d/rivendell-protovelo-55cm/6487405597.html Edwin -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch"

[RBW] Who wants a Hunqadiscer?

You think a Hunqapillar with disc brakes is the same as a Surly? By that reasoning it's the same as any steel mountain bike with disc brakes. I'm sorry, but only Rivendells look and ride like a Rivendell, which why I want my discs on that bike. -- You received this message because you are

[RBW] Who wants a Hunqadiscer?

Sounds like a pretty Karate Monkey to me -- 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

Re: [RBW] Re: Fancy grip-making (starring my bike!)

Should have gone with one more wrap around of the felt. Purchased felt from local hobby store, on the thinnish side. Overall a quality comfy grip that looks good and no doubt should last awhile. BTW, to nail the surgeons knot follow the video instructions and add another through the loop on

[RBW] Re: FS: Rivendell Protovelo

Well that was fun. -- 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: Frank Jones Senor on the BLUG

I really dig the kickback Quickbeam. It's about perfect in traffic, at least coming up Market Street in San Francisco. Without a coaster brake it doesn't feel heavy, either. I just switched the QB back to a dingle fixed drivetrain, and there's no easy swap between the two setups. I think the

Re: [RBW] Re: Fancy grip-making (starring my bike!)

Looks nice! Well executed too. How do you like the way it feels? Regards, Richard Sent from my iPhone > On Feb 8, 2018, at 5:29 PM, Deacon Patrick wrote: > > Joe, any craft shop will have wool felt. > > With abandon, > Patrick > > -- > You received this message because

[RBW] Re: Bullmoose vs. Choco-moose

"singletrack mountain bike trails with very little road riding going on, so quick handling, secure gripping, and easy turning is a plus" based on this quote from the op i'd 100% go regular bullmoose. when you ride super swept back bars, you give up control for comfort IMO. I have had the

Re: [RBW] Alone in a Sea of Autos

Oh alright, I see it.  -- 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: Fancy grip-making (starring my bike!)

Joe, any craft shop will have wool felt. 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

Re: [RBW] Alone in a Sea of Autos

On 02/08/2018 05:11 PM, Bicycle Belle Ding Ding! wrote: 1. When people recognize me in the community, they know me as the "bike girl" or the "biking mom." One family said I'm referred to in certain circles as Mother Goose. (I scratched my head at that one.) Image result for mother goose

[RBW] Re: Frank Jones Senor on the BLUG

I’d do unsavory things for a 61cm Senor Frank Jones. I’m happy for all of you that got one in your size! -- 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: Fancy grip-making (starring my bike!)

Nice! Where/how did you find the felt part? Grant mentioned it on the Blahg but I forgot to ask him where to buy that stuff. -- 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,

[RBW] Re: Frank Jones Senor on the BLUG

Joe I have a 2 speed kickback installed on my Quickbeam. I love the simplicity and the lower gear is there if I need it. Funny how you can return to the "simple" way of riding when you have to! On Thursday, February 8, 2018 at 10:11:07 AM UTC-5, Joe Bernard wrote: > > Ah, it's a 2-speed. I

[RBW] Bullmoose vs. Choco-moose

I agree with Jeremy about pullback bars on singletrack, I don't think the grip position is secure enough for it. Reach of Bullmoose compared to what you're used to is a tough call. I had that bar for a while..it's on a virtual stem length of 15cm, but sweeps back a good bit. If you can

Re: [RBW] Alone in a Sea of Autos

Yes, I understand. I am most definitely 100% alone in a sea of autos on our school commute. I feel like what Deacon Patrick said about people seeing you as part of the community rings true for me. You cannot NOT notice the boys and me, because we're the only bikes 95% of the time. I've studied

[RBW] Re: Bullmoose vs. Choco-moose

I'm not a huge fan, personally, of fully 90-degree-swept-back hand positions for any sort of rough surface riding. I think rough-terrain bars tend to be 45 degrees or less sweep for a reason probably something to do with differences in strength of different arm muscles. I do enjoy my Bullmoose

[RBW] Bullmoose vs. Choco-moose

I'm pondering bars for my Appaloosa I ordered and have a choice to make. I'm thinking about some sort of 'moose bar having already had the Bosco Bullmoose in the past and liked them. My choice for this bike is coming down to the regular Bullmoose bar or the Choco-moose bar but can't figure

[RBW] Re: Fancy grip-making (starring my bike!)

I attempted to replicate the fancy grip on my JA. Here's the look: Needs another 'lac coat. Also, here's a link that helped me with the surgeon's knot.

[RBW] Re: FS: Rivendell Protovelo

What's the max tire clearance? Looks like it has similar clearance to a Roadeo or Ram? On Tuesday, February 6, 2018 at 11:26:33 PM UTC-6, Nick Davis wrote: > > Hi all, > > I'm thinking about selling my 55cm Rivendell Protovelo. As the name > indicates, it was a prototype bike made by

Re: [RBW] Alone in a Sea of Autos

Riding to the Left: I agree with you, Patrick. Same name, same mind. Grin. Drivers see me as fellow traffic (or at least roadkill IN traffic), not road kill. No one moves over for roadkill on the far right, but they do for roadkill in traffic. Grin. With abandon, Patrick -- You received this

Re: [RBW] Alone in a Sea of Autos

Patrick: Perhaps part of the latest change is simply because now people recognize you and consider you a part of a community, rather like the people you meet regularly at the checkout line or while walking the dog; you become friendly with them. Patrick, you've become "that guy who I always see

[RBW] Alone in a Sea of Autos

Och, aye! When I first began riding through the nearby town to get to other rides that my wife used to drive me to (they are on quiet roads and trails, so my bludgeoned brain could handle them, riding them helped me heal enough I could eventually ride through town and get to them myself), I saw

Re: [RBW] Alone in a Sea of Autos

This is for Garth: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6AyXc7s8l3A On Thu, Feb 8, 2018 at 3:12 AM, Garth wrote: > On the contrary . Each and every formation in the Sea, IS the Sea > Itself ☺ > > Sea here, Sea there, Sea this and Sea that ☺ > > Sea Be All I Be ☺ > > -- > You

[RBW] Re: FS: Rivendell Protovelo

That thing is awesome! Out of curiosity . . . where is this / where are you located? -- 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: Clem L Sizing for Wife with 87.5 PBH

I like the G-Ones. I didn't get to ride them offroad, but they were great on the bumpy industrial streets of Northern Brooklyn. I switched them out for Big Bens so I could run full fenders. One thing I noticed: the bike felt more stable when I switched to the slightly smaller tires. With the

[RBW] Re: WTB or trade: Nitto F-15 Handlebar Rack

Michael, I don't have a F-15 but might be interested in the wheels. Could I get a picture? On Wednesday, February 7, 2018 at 8:40:29 PM UTC-8, allenmichael wrote: > > I just ordered one of the blue bar sacks before they were all gone. I sold > my rack though on this list awhile back. > >

[RBW] Re: Clem L Sizing for Wife with 87.5 PBH

Thanks Brad. I will ask Riv to measure saddle-to-bars for the 59 Clem L vs 60 Chev -- good idea. Hard to get a confident feel looking only at geo's. Love your Clem, and the pup! Great pic. How to you like your G-Ones? Done any relatively tame single track on them? I imagine they'd be

[RBW] Re: Clem L Sizing for Wife with 87.5 PBH

She just returned from a business trip,so hopefully she'll decide soon! 59 Clem L definitely a bigger bike than a 60 Chev. On Thursday, February 8, 2018 at 7:13:07 AM UTC-5, Mark in Beacon wrote: > > Any conclusion? That 59 Clem L special on the Riv website seems like a > very good deal. > >

[RBW] Re: Alone in a Sea of Autos

J Imler, I hear you. Totally agree. Cycling is one amazingly efficient mode of transport and it is FUN too. Your observation about motorists in cars is spot-on: Way back in the day I used to ride motorcycles. As a motorcyclist, we/I would refer to automobile drivers as 'cagers' (a person

[RBW] Re: Alone in a Sea of Autos

Yes, I can relate. My 5 year old VW has 13K miles on it. It's on track for another sub 3K year. Would love to equal that on my bikes but 2K or so is more realistic. Regards, Richard On Thursday, February 8, 2018 at 12:38:33 AM UTC-5, J Imler wrote: > > I do my best to ride my bike vs drive,

[RBW] Re: WTT: B17 (honey) for C17 Carved (black/slate)

Bueller? Bueller? My B17 (plus “cash considerations,” if needed) for your C17 carved? Thanks, Bob K. in Baltimore -- 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

[RBW] Re: Frank Jones Senor on the BLUG

Ah, it's a 2-speed. I hadn't noticed that. -- 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: Clem L Sizing for Wife with 87.5 PBH

Hi, I'm 6' with an 88 pbh and I'm riding a 59 Clem L. I'm the opposite of your wife- relative to my height, I have short legs and a long torso/arms. I love the way my Clem fits, but I have a really small amount of seat post showing (you can kind of see it here

Re: [RBW] Alone in a Sea of Autos

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kq3kxtDJxR0 On 02/08/2018 05:12 AM, Garth wrote: On the contrary . Each and every formation in the Sea, IS the Sea Itself ☺ Sea here, Sea there, Sea this and Sea that ☺ Sea Be All I Be ☺ -- Steve Palincsar Alexandria, Virginia USA -- You received this

[RBW] Re: Clem L Sizing for Wife with 87.5 PBH

Any conclusion? That 59 Clem L special on the Riv website seems like a very good deal. https://www.rivbike.com/collections/web-special-framesets-and-bicycles/products/grants-bike-of-the-week-green-59cm-clem-l On Monday, February 5, 2018 at 10:23:51 PM UTC-5, tc wrote: > > Yeah Mark I need to

[RBW] WTB: 60-70mm quill stem 26.0 clamp

Got one. Thanks group! -- 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] Alone in a Sea of Autos

On the contrary . Each and every formation in the Sea, IS the Sea Itself ☺ Sea here, Sea there, Sea this and Sea that ☺ Sea Be All I Be ☺ -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop