Re: [RBW] Re: Well done Cheviot marketing

I saw this for sale today and I couldn’t help but think of Will’s Cheviot email. I chuckled. It does not bring her joy, folks, so she would like you to buy it: -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group

[RBW] Re: Seeking hearty, weatherproof duffle bag

Not sure how rummage-able the contents need to be, and admittedly not a duffle, but what about a 30-40L dry bag? Round, waterproof, cheapish, MUSA : pick four! Jeff Hagedorn Los Angeles, CA USA -- You received this message because you are

[RBW] Seeking hearty, weatherproof duffle bag

check bailey works' whale mouth. It is cordura and available with a waterproof liner. Clayton Scott HBG, 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

[RBW] Seeking hearty, weatherproof duffle bag

I’m looking for an bag I can strap to the top of my saddlesack: 20-22” x 10-12” round or square. Most I’ve found have a fully exposed zipper. Filson’s medium duffle is the main one that works for sure, but it’s pricy. I prefer natural materials (waxed canvas), but may consider cordura or

[RBW] Re: FS: Nitto, lezyne, thermarest, jacket, free stuff

So I guess the jcrew parka and salsa cage are left. -- 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

[RBW] Kiley: Those fenders. Rivendellish if not Rivendellian.

Beautiful bike! Dave in Kansas -- 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] Oddities that make the ride home extra-adventurous

Deacon your story reminds me of a mountain bike race, I think in the late 80’s. The seatpost on Cindy Whiteheads bike broke about a mile into the race. She rode the remaining 49 miles standing up. And won. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW

[RBW] Re: clean-ish routing for generator lights

I used gorilla clear tape on fork legs, front rack and the downtube run to the rear fender connection. Like Jeff, wanted to drill holes but i chickened out. The tape is very sticky, the internet ad shows a happy parent repairing a kiddie pool under water or a leak on the outside. It may not be

[RBW] Re: 6 MORE BOOKS added FOR SALE

BOOKS SOLD = MORE BOOKS FOR SALE SOON. Charlie Petry JENNERSVILLE PA On Wednesday, January 23, 2019 at 9:29:20 AM UTC-5, Charlie wrote: > Other recipients: > GOOD OR BETTER CONDITION - NO MISSING PAGES - NO NOTES ON PAGES $110 > SHIPPED TO U.S.A. - NO SINGLE BOOK SALES . DERAILLEUR BICYCLE

[RBW] Re: FS: Nitto, lezyne, thermarest, jacket, free stuff

You always sell cool stuff at great prices! I’m always late to the game! -- 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: A. Homer Hilsen - 61cm (Old model)

I have a problem. On Monday, January 28, 2019 at 4:36:03 PM UTC-5, sameness wrote: > > Dude, what do you have going on over there? Some artificial scarcity > scheme? Futures on lugs? Are you Igor's taller brother? > > Jeff "Buy Order on MUSA" Hagedorn > Los Angeles, CA USA > > On Monday, January

[RBW] Re: FS: A. Homer Hilsen - 61cm (Old model)

Sold -- 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: FS: A. Homer Hilsen - 61cm (Old model)

Dude, what do you have going on over there? Some artificial scarcity scheme? Futures on lugs? Are you Igor's taller brother? Jeff "Buy Order on MUSA" Hagedorn Los Angeles, CA USA On Monday, January 28, 2019 at 12:09:44 PM UTC-8, jamison brosseau wrote: > > pm sent > -- You received this

[RBW] Swapping Inner Chainrings on VBC Crank

Has anyone swapped the inner chainring depending upon their seasonal or event needs? Any issues with marking/beusage, set-up or shifting? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving

[RBW] Re: FS: A. Homer Hilsen - 61cm (Old model)

Sale pending -- 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: FS: A. Homer Hilsen - 61cm (Old model)

pm sent On Monday, January 28, 2019 at 2:08:25 PM UTC-5, Mat Grewe wrote: > > $2,000 shipped CONUS. I bought this second hand recently, but realized I > prefer lower trail and wider tires. It's in great condition, a few small > scratches in the paint, nothing abnormal and purely cosmetic. I

[RBW] Re: FS: Brooks Saddles

Prices dropped to $65 and 75$ shipped CONUS. Includes Brooks adjusting wrenches. On Thursday, January 24, 2019 at 10:25:44 AM UTC-5, lconley wrote: > > Standard Black B-17, new bike take-off, maybe 10 miles: $70 shipped CONUS. > > Customized (chromed springs and rear bar from B-67), Honey Flyer

[RBW] Re: FS: Nitto, lezyne, thermarest, jacket, free stuff

salsa cage and thermarest pad are left. feel free to make me an offer. -- 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: clean-ish routing for generator lights

If you happen to have a cantilever Sam I highly recommend the Busch & Müller Cross Bracket. On Monday, January 28, 2019 at 8:28:47 AM UTC-8, Neil Doran wrote: > > So many excellent responses, thank you! > > I neglected to mention that because my Sam has a pump peg, I have a > full-size Zefal

Re: [RBW] Re: RBW 25 -Atlantic side of things

I would prefer having April 18th-28th as blackout dates as well. NYC public schools spring break too. Looking forward to this. Thanks for planning! -Todd -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group

[RBW] Re: ISO 55cm Orange Cheviot

I am ISO of 55cm Chev, prefer the greenish yellow one like the color Will at Rivbike has. -- 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: Mix-n-Match Knobbies and Slicks: Which goes in the Front?

i'd do knobby front slick rear. even if you often are climbing really steep, slippery stuff (the only time i'd want the knobby on the rear), you'd want the knobby on the front for descending safety IMO. my opinion. On Friday, January 25, 2019 at 1:39:39 PM UTC-8, Collin A wrote: > > Oh Hey, >

[RBW] Re: Mix-n-Match Knobbies and Slicks: Which goes in the Front?

Thanks all. For context, I have more clearance in the rear than on the front on my non-riv bike that I've been wanting to ride up in the mud as of late (its been semi-rainy here, and some trails drain better than others). I also slashed a couple tires so I have a hodgepodge of mis-matched

Re: [RBW] Re: Tubeless questions

There's such a thing as non removable valve cores on tubeless valves?! Or you're talking tubes? And the "goo" is latex, which made me flash back to those pesky latex tubes as a possible ultimate tube for the latex gooing, that they themselves being latex would be good for the goo's adhesion,

[RBW] Re: Roadini handlebar ideas

Davin, thanks. I did that very thing (flipped Albatross) with a SimpleOne I used to own. As you pointed out, it’s importsnt to make the stem reach long enough so that you’re comfortable but not cramped, nor knocking your knees! Tom -- You received this message because you are subscribed to

Re: [RBW] Re: clean-ish routing for generator lights

The Seculas are very nice and bright lights (steady only) and -- I learned this from Kelly at K-Lites -- are designed to prevent overvolting; apparently the K Lite puts out enough power (it charges a large capacitor in a separate box) to blow unprotected rear dyno lamps (Thanks Steve Kurt, I think

[RBW] Re: clean-ish routing for generator lights

I lived with the benefits and deficits of battery lights for 10 of my 12 years of year round commuting. The inability of knowing how much charge remains in regular (or rechargeable) batteries or what effect cold will have on them broke the decision making tie for me. I was stuck in the cold

[RBW] Re: clean-ish routing for generator lights

So many excellent responses, thank you! I neglected to mention that because my Sam has a pump peg, I have a full-size Zefal that lives permanently beneath the top tube. So it makes some sense to run the wire along that mess. I also have a permanent mass of bags in front (Wald basket with

[RBW] Re: what is the front spacing for Hunqapillars

I just built up my Hunqapillar last week and the fork spacing is 100 mm. On Monday, January 28, 2019 at 9:22:59 AM UTC-6, I like Coffee !! wrote: > > does anyone own a hunqapillar know what the front spacing is? > rear is 135, but i'm not sure what the front is.. > -- You received this

Re: [RBW] Oddities that make the ride home extra-adventurous

[RBW] FS: Nitto, lezyne, thermarest, jacket, free stuff

Interested in the rack and wall mount -- 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,

Re: [RBW] Oddities that make the ride home extra-adventurous

BTW: I cut my cycling teeth roaming the regional blacktop, usually without traffic during the workday, and especially the Limuru road from Rosslyn to Limuru and beyond, and sometimes back (forget route) along Rift VAlley road toward airport, then back to L Road north to Rosslyn; long Sunday

Re: [RBW] Oddities that make the ride home extra-adventurous

Robert: We lived on the crest of the hill on the old Limuru Road about 1/4 mile south of the turnoff to Rosslyn Academy; Kilileshwa (which may not have existed in the '70s) is a good 15 km south of the Rosslyn area, which itself is 5-6 km north of the Muthaiga Mini Market, near the junction of

[RBW] Re: what is the front spacing for Hunqapillars

If it is not a fatbike or a folding bike; 99% chance it is 100. I don't know of any Rivendell that is not 100 on the front. Laing Cocoa, FL On Monday, January 28, 2019 at 10:22:59 AM UTC-5, I like Coffee !! wrote: > does anyone own a hunqapillar know what the front spacing is? > rear is 135,

[RBW] FT Lynskey peleton for Roadeo Roadini Ram

Winter has me thinking more and riding less...I have a Lynskey Peleton but am thinking I would like to try a Roadini or maybe Ram. The specifics on the Lynskey: size Medium (eff TT-55cm), "relaxed geometry", brushed finish (upgrade), Waterford straight blade lugged fork (lots of steer tube),

Re: [RBW] Re: RBW 25 -Atlantic side of things

Not that this is an issue for all, but kid's Spring Break is the week of April 15th. We already were planning on a bike trip on Rails to Trails locations south for that week, so the tip about the Silver Comet Trail was great. But coming North from DC works also. I am thinking the early

Re: [RBW] Oddities that make the ride home extra-adventurous

I used to live next to said coffee plantations in Kilileshwa. Not surprised to hear of close encounters with what was likely a Grant's gazelle even in periurban areas. I used to see such things still even into the 90s. Now, no more. On Sat, Jan 26, 2019, 9:57 PM Patrick Moore It was very unusual

[RBW] Re: Rambouillet Refresh

That Gold and Cream is a gorgeous combination! On Saturday, January 26, 2019 at 2:37:49 AM UTC-7, Fullylugged wrote: > > Let me know if this one is better: > > https://photos.app.goo.gl/5pMUAKTpHnkArUKs7 > > I used the "create link" function this time. Put the headset on > yesterday

[RBW] Re: ISO 55cm Orange Cheviot

OH!!! I didn't even think of them...perfect! thanks On Wednesday, January 23, 2019 at 2:40:45 PM UTC-5, Matt Rhodes wrote: > Hey Spencer, > > Not sure if you're looking to buy new, but it looks like Analog Cycles has > one 55cm orange Chev frameset: > >

Re: [RBW] Re: RBW 25 -Atlantic side of things

i think we have a winner here! (Minnewaska) i'm helping Wally and Alex plan this, we will get more info out asap. On Thursday, January 24, 2019 at 7:18:37 PM UTC-5, Call Me Jay wrote: > > In for Minnewaska! Great venue. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google

[RBW] Re: RBW 25 -Atlantic side of things

Spencer we are gonna make it happen! On Wednesday, January 23, 2019 at 12:17:49 PM UTC-5, Spencer wrote: > > I will follow this with great interest, Minnewaska is a breathtakingly > beautiful place, if you have never seen it. Close to major transportation, > also for those that want to ride

[RBW] Re: Roadini handlebar ideas

I'm with you on the drop bars making the Roadini tough to enjoy. I originally set up mine that way, buy wasn't loving the pinched hand position of hoods or the reach of the drops. I switched from an 8cm stem to a 12cm stem and the flipped Albatross. As you can see from the picture, I have them

[RBW] Re: clean-ish routing for generator lights

This is something I've never found a particularly elegant solution for on a bike without full fenders, framebag, etc. Usually I ziptie or tape to and run along the rear brake cable and housing. Then wrap around the seatstays. The black wire will stand out on a non-black frame but its

[RBW] what is the front spacing for Hunqapillars

does anyone own a hunqapillar know what the front spacing is? rear is 135, but i'm not sure what the front is.. -- 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

Re: [RBW] Re: Tubeless questions

Those are the valves. I replace valves every two to three year and when I finally purchased new ones i got the removable core. At least for me. it makes a huge difference in the goo application department. On a side rant, why do people still even consider latex tubes..I figured out in the

[RBW] Re: HubbuhHubbuh email from Riv & donation idea

Hi, I'm Lynn, and I'm de-lurking to raise my hand and say that if a back-up charity is needed, I've put out a feeler to a suitable blind and visually impaired stoker group here in Austin, Texas. If they are interested (and I can't imagine they wouldn't be!) I can make the introduction. The

Re: [RBW] Re: RBW 25 -Atlantic side of things

Jason, On the works behind the scene w/ a few of us for a North Easter meet-up. My apology for not being more vocal on that. Stay tuned. Should get something up this week. CHEERS! Wally On Friday, January 25, 2019 at 3:23:03 PM UTC-5, jandrews wrote: > > FYI > not sure if there is a

Re: [RBW] Re: PSA 56cm Heron Touring

MIke: How do you like your bike? Where were these made? >>i have the same frame, Heron Warfarer, in a 57cm size. this looks to be slightly smaller mike goldman << -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from

[RBW] Re: Joe Appa vs. new Atlantis?

Doug, I had a $1000 bike budget (more than the cost of all my adult bikes combined ) when I was looking for a new bike. Then I rode a (54cm?) made in US Atlantis. LOVED it, but too much money for me. However, I was now willing to increase my budget. I went back to the dealer six months