[RBW] Re: Flat Bottom Backpack

I don't know how I feel about this, but I saw what I thought was a really clever, simple, but full-featured back for practically free at IKEA: https://www.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/products/90412997/ I also have a soft-spot for Inside Line Equipment, and they have a ton of flat-bottom designs,

[RBW] Re: Another chain question

Michael, We use SRAM and KMC 9 speed chains. Both shift well. Because I am frugal I made my own chain tools: Took a pair of small scissors and Dremeled out a radius on both blades of the scissors. Grab the chain with the 'tool', squeeze the links with your fingers and the chain breaks.

[RBW] Re: Does Sackville blue bag color match Rambouillet color?

Thanks so much! I’ll get the grey color. -- 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: Complete Betty Foy - $1900

Well I'm learning some nuances. I've attached pictures showing the tire sidewall where it clearly reads 26 x 1 1/2 and another showing my tape measure from the top of the tube to the center of the crank. I guess it is closer to 58cm than anything else. I hope this clarifies what I have. Thanks

[RBW] Re: Hot waxing chains?

as a retired person with the cycling hobby, I get a certain amount of satisfaction from doing a relatively quick 4 step cleaning process and then warming up the hot wax in the crock pot and then pushing the chain down into the molten liquid and watching it bubble. have been using the shake jar

Re: [RBW] Re: WTB or WTT: choco-moose

i think they are 56...i'll check tomorrow. I'll have to take a pic of the stem, it's a real clean looking nitto nib...don't remember the name and i'm in for the night but can send you some info tomorrow after work. thanks much! On Sun, Jun 3, 2018 at 10:31 PM, Kainalu V. wrote: > 56 wide

[RBW] Re: WTB or WTT: choco-moose

56 wide Albatross by chance? And what neat stems? -Kai BKNY On Sunday, June 3, 2018 at 11:15:50 PM UTC-4, cbone97 wrote: > > will buy, trade, or some of both for your choco-moose. > > I have albas, dove bars, gripster and grip king pedals, a couple of neat > nitto mtb stems...lemme know what you

[RBW] WTB or WTT: choco-moose

will buy, trade, or some of both for your choco-moose. I have albas, dove bars, gripster and grip king pedals, a couple of neat nitto mtb stems...lemme know what you gotta have. thanks! charles -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch"

[RBW] What frame and build set make you a safer, slower rider?

I would second what Erl said. Haven't ridden a Cheviot, but the Appaloosa with albatross bars and 38+ tires (mine are 42 mm Shikoros) is a great setup for anything around town. Stable, relatively upright, comfortable, and load-capable. It's not inherently slow, but I feel much safer on it than

[RBW] Re: Flat Bottom Backpack

another backpack which is a personal favorite of mine is the Goruck GR1. While the Goruck ethos is a little different from mine the GR1 is my favorite everyday bag ever. Pricey, but their lifetime warranty is for real. I highly recommend it and if you don't like it or will go for close to the

[RBW] Re: Flat Bottom Backpack

Never heard of Duluth. I'll check em out! -- 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: pinching fenders and Quickbeam clearances

Hi I have a set of 45mm hammered honjos over a set of 35mm Bon Jon Pass tires on a 62 Quickbeam and the fit is TIGHT at the rear brake bridge. That said it works. I cant imagine 38s with this setup. I avoid the wheel removal problem by using a Phil hub where I remove the axle completely from

[RBW] Peter Weigle on Flickr

Do you follow Peter Weigle on Flickr?  You might have noticed, he's had trouble getting access and hasn't been able to post for the past six weeks or so.   While he's working on the problem, he's started up a second Flickr account and has posted some photos of the new bike he brought to the

[RBW] Re: FS: 62 Rambouillet 745$ complete bike ebay

I believe 38s. I have 33 JBs with fenders on mine. At least compass Bon Jons -- 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: Pics of an older Atlantis Garage Find, updated

I said in another post that there's nothing prettier than a fully loaded Atlantis, but a stripped down Atlantis is pretty sensational, too. I have a very similar build on mine--love the Snoqualmies, too. On Saturday, June 2, 2018 at 7:42:39 PM UTC-4, reynoldslugs wrote: > > Hi Gang, > > For all

[RBW] Step-Thru Build, Big Front Rack, plus Nitto Hi-Riser Praise

My step-thru experiment is nearing completion. The original seat post (a shorty) and Tallux stem we're leaving me a few centimeters from optimal position. By chance I had another seat post available so that got me to the proper seat height, but then the handlebar height was maxed at seat

Re: [RBW] Re: What frame and build set make you a safer, slower rider?

I've used them. Porteur bars with inverse levers are my first choice (the angles just feel good to me), but the B302s are nice. Eric On Sunday, June 3, 2018 at 7:58:37 PM UTC-4, John W wrote: > > Eric, you bring up a good point. > > I don’t weave around cars per se but the sharrows are narrow

[RBW] Pics of an older Atlantis Garage Find, updated

Yes! That looks great. Nice work. Good gear thinking, too. Philip also 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

[RBW] pinching fenders and Quickbeam clearances

Hey Patch, I pinched the Zeppelin* fender for a couple reasons (lower run of chain coverage, and the ability to wheelie the bike on and off transit), but you can tip-mount it, too. That would maximize clearance at the chainstays. Running the axle further back (one link more) would put the

Re: [RBW] Re: What frame and build set make you a safer, slower rider?

Eric, you bring up a good point. I don’t weave around cars per se but the sharrows are narrow where I am. What about the Nitto B302 All Rounder bars? 49cm wide, 65mm rise? Are they a popular choice? John > On Jun 3, 2018, at 7:39 PM, Eric Karnes wrote: > > Handlebar choice is also going

[RBW] Re: FS: 62 Rambouillet 745$ complete bike ebay

This is indeed tempting, and exactly my size. Anyone know the max tire that can fit on an orange Rambouillet? Eric On Sunday, June 3, 2018 at 5:21:24 PM UTC-4, JohnS wrote: > > Very nice bike, very temping > > JohnS > > > On Sunday, June 3, 2018 at 11:48:37 AM UTC-4, Lum Gim Fong wrote: >>

[RBW] Re: What frame and build set make you a safer, slower rider?

Handlebar choice is also going to depend on the type of city street you ride on. Center city Philly (where I ride) has tight gridded streets, lots of traffic, and limited bike lanes. I found a MAP bar to be much too wide, an Albatross to be a bit too wide, and a Velo Orange Porteur to be just

[RBW] pinching fenders and Quickbeam clearances

I ran fenders on my quickbeams no problem, but it looked pretty ugly. I used sks with the quick releases front and back to facilitate wheel removal and general safety. When I upped the tire size I just split the fenders and bracketed them so that there was no actual fender between the frame and

Re: [RBW] Hot waxing chains?

I ride 6000 mi/yr, run Wippermann stainless chains on 4 bikes. I have a minimum effort system that maximizes drivetrain life. -- 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: Hubbuhubbuh Tandem, large WIP

Patch, I'll be doing solo trips from Northern Brooklyn to the UWS, if you see me, hop on! And thank you Julian! I had the extendo stem maxed for the kid (just for a test sit, no rolling), and I never set it back to typical adult size for that ill fated test ride, my mistake. I'll be watching

Re: [RBW] Hot waxing chains?

you can get a really nice one in lieu of a trip to a dentist *or there are inexpensive ones * a glass beaker that fits chain and cleaner is also handy best result is first run in

Re: [RBW] Hot waxing chains?

Ultrasonic chain cleaning? Do I need to take the chain to a dentist? Michael On Sunday, June 3, 2018 at 5:39:15 PM UTC-4, Ron Mc wrote: > > I've covered this a few times and shared my results with Patrick before he > picked up the habit. > Ultrasonic cleaning of a chain lubed with liquid

[RBW] Re: What frame and build set make you a safer, slower rider?

John, hmm, slower - really? You can always go slow on any bike -- but you can't always accelerate quickly, nor make quick turns (which you will need to do it traffic eventually) when on a bike set up in a very upright "Mary Poppins" mode meant just toodle around on. Also depends on how

[RBW] Re: Pics of an older Atlantis Garage Find, updated

Gorgeous Atlantis Max. That's a nice "find"! Best, Richard On Saturday, June 2, 2018 at 7:51:01 PM UTC-4, reynoldslugs wrote: > > > sorry, meant to say Cane Creek levers. > > The cross interrupters are by Paul. > > > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups

Re: [RBW] Hot waxing chains?

I've covered this a few times and shared my results with Patrick before he picked up the habit. Ultrasonic cleaning of a chain lubed with liquid results in a teaspoon of Wear particles and Sand, because liquid lube wets and sticks sand. Here's the bottom of the beaker after a 700-mi run with

[RBW] Re: Analog Cycles: Official open in the wood of Vermont

James & Candice, Wishing you the best of luck and great success! I can imagine how fun to be working on bikes on a snowy winters day with the wood stove a blarin'. Stay in touch! Jon > > > > > > > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners

[RBW] Re: FS: 62 Rambouillet 745$ complete bike ebay

Very nice bike, very temping JohnS On Sunday, June 3, 2018 at 11:48:37 AM UTC-4, Lum Gim Fong wrote: > > no affiliation. just thought some would be interested. > > >

[RBW] Re: Model redundancy: Why not offer only canti/V brakes on all models? Why not offer a 650b on every model?

Well, this has been interesting :) Thanks to those who offered opinions and comments, which I think are netted out below: - aesthetics ... sidepulls look right on a road bike - now that the homer and atlantis are made in taiwan, and pretty much clones of their formerly-cheaper taiwan

[RBW] Re: Another chain question

The KMC chains have worked fine for me. The Park chain tool is most helpful at snapping the link in place or removing it. Best, Richard On Sunday, June 3, 2018 at 7:13:07 AM UTC-4, Michael Hechmer wrote: > > I have been using the Conex 908 chains on all my bikes for many years and > like both

Re: [RBW] Hot waxing chains?

Michael, My experience with Boshield T9 has been positive. I use both the spray and the dropper bottle. I clean/lube my chains every 200-300 miles. Best, Richard On Sunday, June 3, 2018 at 6:29:15 AM UTC-4, Michael Hechmer wrote: > > I have used the one drop per link method for years with a

Re: [RBW] Hot waxing chains?

Yeah ! Lube and GO ! All I can say about "dirt" and "cleanliness" is well ... just because someone sez something is true, never makes it so. Truth Itself is True and not anything else could ever be so Trut. I realized the whole concept given by man of "clean" is based on the

Re: [RBW] Hot waxing chains?

WHAT was I thinking, Michael? Grin. With abandon, Patrick, whose “woodworking” experiments are limited to 2x4 type construction sawn by handtools outdoors where no cleanup is required! Grin. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group.

Re: [RBW] Hot waxing chains?

Deacon, now you've gone from preaching to meddling! There's no way I am going to ride around with a dirty chain. Even if I were constitutionally capable of such an abomination, there is still the issue of removing the timing chain from the tandem when we break it in half and put it in the

[RBW] FS: Nitto 34F

Hi All, Have a Nitto 34F big front rack for sale. Looks like this: https://www.rivbike.com/products/nitto-big-front-rack-34f-20075. Comes with all the required hardward. Rack is in excellent condition. $165 shipped to CONUS via bikeflights. Best, Clayton Scott SF, CA -- You received this

[RBW] Re: Does Sackville blue bag color match Rambouillet color?

The bleu may fade over time and not match at all, 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-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To

[RBW] Does Sackville blue bag color match Rambouillet color?

I've owned both (at separate times) and would say it's pretty close. But I'm not sure I would try it; I'd rather have contrasting colors - say, dark blue bike with grey bags - than slightly different variations on the same color. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the

Re: [RBW] Re: What frame and build set make you a safer, slower rider?

I agree. I like to wave my thanks and give thumbs up. I think the more the drivers see you as a person instead of an object on the road (a bike), the more respect and patience you will receive. Toshi On Sun, Jun 3, 2018 at 11:44 AM, Joe Bernard wrote: > The waving thing is very underrated.

[RBW] Does Sackville blue bag color match Rambouillet color?

Anyone know? I would call Riv but I don't think they have a Rambouillet around to compare. -- 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 frame and build set make you a safer, slower rider?

The waving thing is very underrated. I do a lot of eye-and-hand communicating with drivers to signal things like "gimme a minute, I gotta jet past this row of parked cars before moving right", then give a little wave of "thanks" afterward. I can't verify it, but I would swear the next 5-10 cars

[RBW] Flat Bottom Backpack

Filson? https://www.filson.com/luggage-bags/backpacks-rucksacks.html Duluth Pack? https://www.duluthpack.com/backpacks/lifestyle?p=1 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

[RBW] Re: What frame and build set make you a safer, slower rider?

I have only my own anecdotal evidence, specific for where I ride. What I’ve learned for visibility and safety when riding rural roads and small town traffic (which may or may not transfer to city riding): — Street cloths rather than cycling specific looking cloths means drivers see me and

[RBW] Re: What frame and build set make you a safer, slower rider?

I believe that Chartreuse is the most visible color in a refective medium (as opposed to projected). That is why emergency vehicles have shifting over from red and other “visible” colors. However, otange is probably way up there for visibility being so close to the yellows on the color

[RBW] Re: Suspension seatpost with Cambium experiment

Update: C17 didn't work for me - too wide in the crotch. C17 is pear shaped, not more T shaped like a B17, and the sloping crotch area is totally different than a B17 design. Makes for alot of width in the crothc/upper thigh areas. So, like all saddles, it is just a matter of anatomy and what

[RBW] A Homer Hilsen Appraisal Help?

We don't do "make offer" posts disguised as "what's it worth" here. Also, it's not a "custom built" AHH, it's built exactly the same as Grant has spec'd all Hilsens. Name a price on your stock Riv and good luck. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW

[RBW] Re: What frame and build set make you a safer, slower rider?

I don't have any stats, but I would think the bike frame is too small for color to make much difference, it's the rider you want to brighten up. A lot of riders here in Marin use orange safety vests over regular gear, which I see a mile away in my car. A bright helmet should help, too, although

[RBW] Re: Analog Cycles: Official open in the wood of Vermont

Place looks amazing. You guys are living my dream. Best of luck. -- 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: pinching fenders and Quickbeam clearances

To me, the challenge with metal fenders on a quickbeam is accommodating needed fore-aft space so the wheel can be removed/inserted without complete tire deflation. SKS fenders can also be cut/trimmed without worrying about crack initiation and propagation. I much prefer the

[RBW] Re: What frame and build set make you a safer, slower rider?

Hi, Does anyone have any evidence that color makes a difference in safety? Brighter colors=safer colors? There was a study of motorcycle helmets, and the white ones have been shown to be more visible. Lady pulled out in front of me a while back, she stopped and apologized said she did

[RBW] Flat Bottom Backpack

I just sold my Green Guru so that I can fund a new bag for my wife. She needs a new multi-use bag to use as a diaper bag/daily bag/life bag. She has a few requirements, one of which is hard to find. She has a nicely sized Burton but it does not have a flat bottom. She puts the bag down

Re: [RBW] Hot waxing chains?

Michael, what if you took the radical step of not cleaning your chain(s)? Just lube as needed and go. You may have to change your chains a week or two earlier. With abandon, Patrick -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To

[RBW] Re: Analog Cycles: Official open in the wood of Vermont

Woah. Add two cats and these pictures are what the inside of my brain looks like. I can’t wait to visit. -- 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] WTB: Mark's Hub Area Rack, hoopless

Thanks, Sean! -- 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: Analog Cycles: Official open in the wood of Vermont

That shop looks beautiful! I hope to visit some day! Best of luck to the two of you! Clayton Scott SF, CA On Sunday, June 3, 2018 at 10:17:14 AM UTC-7, James / Analog Cycles wrote: > > >

Re: [RBW] WTB: Mark's Hub Area Rack, hoopless

Isaac: awaiting details (off list) on Ryan’s panniers+rack bundle offer. If offer of hooped surface in any other correspondence, I’ll let you know. Via small keys - pls excuse brevity _ From: Birdman Sent: Sunday, June 3, 2018 10:15 Subject: [RBW] WTB: Mark's Hub

[RBW] Re: A Homer Hilsen Appraisal Help?

Hm This is on Ebay now, correct? And this is your first and only post to the group? I would say keep the bike listed for whatever you want/need to sell it for but add the "make offer" option. You can always say no... Searching for completed listings on Ebay through the advanced

[RBW] Analog Cycles: Official open in the wood of Vermont

After 20+ years in the ‘normal’ bike shop world, James and Candice decided to start Analog Cycles. It’s an alternative bike shop:

Re: [RBW] Hot waxing chains?

Three and a half lengths of chain definitely calls for Sheldon Brown’s “The ShelBroCo Bicycle Chain Cleaning System“ — https://www.sheldonbrown.com/chainclean.html For waxing, substitute the Phil Wood green grease with paraffin wax and the Deakins White RollerGrease with paraffin oil. -Ana,

[RBW] WTB: Mark's Hub Area Rack, hoopless

Any luck, Sean? I hope you don’t mind the hop-on, but I’m looking for the hub area racks WITH hoop. (This will save another WTB thread.) Good luck, Isaac PDX -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this

[RBW] Re: shimano cx-70 canti question

I was pulling my hair out with this one too. Its much easier than we think. Apparently the metal cable end just a little stuck, preventing it from sliding out when grabbing onto the cable handle thingy. Just take something like a small screwdriver or allen wrench (or a little stick if you're

[RBW] A Homer Hilsen Appraisal Help?

Hello! I would love an appraisal on my used A. Homer Hilsen I am trying to sell. Ideally, I would include the the sale some Sogreni fender/pedal upgrades and some Carsick Designs Panniers. Thanks for the help! Custom-built Rivendell A. Homer Hilsen touring bicycle. Built in 2010. Low mileage.

[RBW] 650b fenders for 50mm tires?

I use these on 650b x 50. https://www.rivbike.com/collections/fenders/products/sks-esge-commuter-ii-silver-fenders-b65-700c-29er -- 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] pinching fenders and Quickbeam clearances

Hi Bunch, I've decided to fender the Quickbeam. My first and quite wet Spring here on the East Coast in addition to much encouragement from RBW New Yorkers in a previous thread have been convincing enough. I understand 45mm wide fenders will fit the Quickbeam; I've used SKS P45 before. I can

[RBW] Got a banana sax on your sprung saddle?

What is the best way/angle to mount? Got a pic to show? Can/t find any online. -- 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] FS: 62 Rambouillet 745$ complete bike ebay

no affiliation. just thought some would be interested. https://www.ebay.com/itm/Rivendell-Rambouillet-Road-Bicycle-62cm-Excellent-Condition/292587804128?hash=item441f9795e0:g:DSUAAOSwj0RbEVa9 -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group.

[RBW] Re: Pics of an older Atlantis Garage Find, updated

Awesome refurb Max! Looks like a new bike, should be a blast to ride. JohnS -- 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: Hubbuhubbuh Tandem, large WIP

stoked to see y'all out there on this in real life! Patch BKNY -- 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 Riv riders like for front low rider racks?

Edwin, The literature on my Riv hub-area rack (Nitto MF-2) says 5kg (11lbs) per side. Good luck with your rack! Cheers, John On Saturday, June 2, 2018 at 7:28:05 AM UTC-7, Edwin W wrote: > > I have a Joe Appaloosa with a Mark’s rack, Wald medium and a rear > rack.That is all fine and good,

[RBW] Re: PSA 56 Atlantis Portland Oregon

Darin, that is most excellent! It has that "let's go find adventure" look. Thanks for the photo. Enjoy! Chris Johnson Sanger, Texas -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving

Re: [RBW] Hot waxing chains?

Pro tip: Never mistake your hot wax for your chamois cream... -- 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.

[RBW] Re: Hubbuhubbuh Tandem, large WIP

Kai, If you've not yet done so, you might want to familiarize yourself with Bill McReady's (of Satana tandems) "Proper Method" for starting and stopping a tandem -- a good video can be found at http://tinyurl.com/yadsk422 -- it is a great way to stop and start smoothly -- and that's key in

[RBW] Another chain question

I have been using the Conex 908 chains on all my bikes for many years and like both the way they shift and that their quick link works so much better than shimano & Sram links. Now I see that the RBW site describes the KMC quick link as "the best." Most links are pretty easy to put on but

Re: [RBW] Hot waxing chains?

I have used the one drop per link method for years with a great variety of lubes, some a little worse some a little better, but none great. When I was commuting 30 miles every day I took it for granted that I needed to clean the chain, rings & cogs every two weeks. Now that I'm retired and

[RBW] Re: New Bike Day! Black Mountain Monster Cross

That’s a green meanie right there. APPROVE -- 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